ESPN REPORT: “Tar Heels Pride Lives in Me Forever” Michael Jordan donates $22.2 million for the construction of the Tar Heels basketball stadium in North Carolina….
In a heartfelt tribute to his alma mater, basketball legend Michael Jordan has pledged a staggering $22.2 million to the University of North Carolina for the construction of a state-of-the-art basketball stadium. The donation, one of the largest ever made by a former athlete to a college sports program, highlights Jordan’s enduring connection to the Tar Heels.
“This place made me,” said Jordan. “The pride of wearing that Carolina blue still lives in me. Forever.”
The new facility will honor UNC’s storied basketball tradition while providing cutting-edge amenities for future generations of athletes. Plans include a tribute wing to legendary Tar Heels players, advanced training and recovery centers, and increased fan capacity. Construction is set to begin early next year, with a projected completion in 2027.
UNC Athletic Director Carla Williams praised Jordan’s generosity, calling it a “transformative gift that solidifies his unmatched legacy both on and off the court.”
For Tar Heels fans everywhere, this moment is a powerful reminder: the legend may have left the court, but Carolina remains his home.
