THERE’S MUCH MORE than what meets the eye when it comes to rising junior standout Deja Kelly. There are so many layers to the San Antonio native’s story. Each layer exposes even more greatness lying beneath the surface. You find a genuine heart that enjoys spreading wisdom and building out her women’s empowerment initiative in her community. And then there’s the killer competitiveness and top-notch IQ on the court.
The men’s hoops program isn’t the only one enjoying a renaissance in Chapel Hill. The women’s squad is fresh off a Sweet 16 appearance for the first time in seven years and hungry for more. And yes, Deja Kelly is a major reason for it all.
“Deja Kelly, on the court, she’s a competitor. She loves to win, she wants to win and I think that she makes
