By The FirstPedro Israel Orta is a Miami-born son of Cuban immigrants who fled the tyranny of Fidel Castro’s communism. Pedro is a CIA and Intelligence whistle blower, an ordained minister and an award winning photographer. After receiving Summa Cum Laude from Florida International, Pedro received his Masters from George Washington University and then spent several years in conflict zones like Afghanistan, Yemen and Iran where he received eight Exceptional Performance Awards for his contribution to the country. In 2015 Pedro was appointed to the office of the Inspector General for two years. Pedro has written several books and continues to practice his ministry in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
Matt Doherty was a starter on the 1982 National Championship UNC Tar Heel basketball team with Michael Jordan, James Worthy and Sam Perkins. Matt went into coaching following college and returned as Head Coach at UNC receiving the AP National Coach of the year award, two years later he was forced to resign.
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