The intimadation factor North Carolina favors and carries is a major part of the battle Gonzaga has to face. A good coach will always remind and stress to his players, that the other team has to lace up their sneakers or cleats the exact same way as you do. Duke and North Carolina in college basketball, LA Lakers in pro basketball, Boston Red Sox in baseball, all have the estigma of being the elite of their respected sports. If you can every break through the mental block and overcome the reputation and intimadation factor, the playing field for the opponent becomes more level. After that, how you perform comes from discipline, heart, determination, and courage.