Dusty May Tells Michigan He Will Not Pursue UNC Job
Dusty May will not be North Carolina’s next basketball coach. The Michigan head coach told university officials Sunday that he will not be pursuing any other college basketball jobs. With May declining UNC’s interest, the Tar Heel coaching search marches on. May signed a multi-year extension with Michigan in 2025, and his buyout is reported at $7 million. (
Inside Carolina)
Dan Hurley shuts down UNC rumors while teasing NBA future
Jeff Goodman asked UConn basketball coach Dan Hurley on Sunday about the rumors of him being linked to the North Carolina job, and if he wanted to dispel any of the talk or even gain leverage on his contract with UConn. Hurley said that he is "a UConn coach to the end," and went on to mention that a role in the "NBA someday down the line" is possible. (
Clutch Points)
Former UNC Center Tony Bradley Signs With Atlanta Hawks
With the injury to Jock Landale, the Atlanta Hawks decided to add a familiar center as the team prepares for postseason play.
Tony Bradley never appeared for the Hawks, but he did spend a chunk of last season with their G League affiliate College Park Skyhawks. He was later picked up by the Indiana Pacers, who came to within one game of the NBA title. (
Yahoo! Sports)
Forbes, McDuffie, Winslow Speak After Game Three 8-7 Win Over Boston College
North Carolina Tar Heels baseball coach
Scott Forbes, relief pitcher
Walker McDuffie, and catcher
Macon Winslow spoke to the media following UNC's 8-7 game-three victory over the Boston College Eagles on Saturday afternoon at Boshamer Stadium in Chapel Hill. The Tar Heels won the series, 2-1. (
TarHeel247)
Mariners Prospect Ratings: #7, Luke Stevenson
Though it’s still incredibly early in the grand scheme of things, the start of
Luke Stevenson’s pro career has been remarkable. Through his first 100 PA’s, Stevenson has hit .280 with more walks than strikeouts, a somewhat unexpected style of offense that greatly improved his overall outlook as a prospect. The plate discipline has been unreal thus far. (
Lookout Landing)
Dyami Brown is back with Commanders and 'better than ever'
In a way,
Dyami Brown needed to have a year of experiencing something new with the Jacksonville Jaguars. Brown missed playing for the Commanders, though, and he's glad to be back in the burgundy and gold with his old teammates, now armed with more knowledge and a refined skill set that he believes will help Washington reignite its offense. (
Washington Commanders)
Pete Thamel adds Dan Hurley to UNC coaching search list, identifies 'realistic list' of candidates
UNC's basketball coaching search has bled in to Final Four weekend, but that may be by design. According to ESPN’s Pete Thamel, the Tar Heels have their eyes on a couple of candidates including Michigan‘s Dusty May, Chicago Bulls’ Billy Donovan, and Iowa State‘s TJ Otzelberger. Now, it appears that UConn coach Dan Hurley’s name is in the mix. (
On3.com)
Eight UNC students selected as 2026 Carolina Blue Honors Fellows
Eight students from the University of North Carolina were selected as recipients of the 2026 Carolina Blue Honors Fellowship to pursue unique and self-initiated summer internships built around international sports entrepreneurship. The Carolina Blue Honors Fellowship was established in 2015 with a gift from UNC-Chapel Hill alumnus Ricky May. (
UNC.edu)
Why Roy Williams’ UNC retirement still echoes amid Tar Heels’ coaching search
At 70 years old,
Roy Williams admitted something few coaches — or more generally, men — of his stature ever do publicly: He was scared of what came next. “I don’t know what’s in the future,” he said. “I know I won’t coach again.” In the years since, it’s become easy to contextualize that decision within the broader transformation of college athletics. (
Yahoo! Sports)
UNC Softball Wins Series Finale 4-2, To Sweep NC State In Raleigh
UNC Softball earned a series sweep over NC State with a thrilling 4-2 win on Sunday afternoon (
Highlights). UNC pitching and defense were the stars of the show, Kenna Raye Dark got the start and pitched 4 1/3 innings, striking out two batters, allowing just two runs. Jil Livengood piggybacked Dark and closed things out with 2 2/3 shutout innings. (
GoHeels.com)
Diamond Heels erase 4-run deficit, Walker McDuffie closes door on No. 22 Boston College
After its worst inning of the season, UNC's bullpen shut down No. 22 Boston College as the Tar Heels’ potent offense ignited a gritty comeback. The Tar Heels overcame a four-run deficit to pull off an 8-7 victory Saturday at Boshamer Stadium to earn a series-clinching victory (
Highlights). Coach
Scott Forbes appreciated the win, even with its flaws. (
Tar Heel Tribune)
No. 2 UNC Men's Lacrosse Defeats No. 3 Syracuse In Top-Three Battle, 14-9
Five goals from Dominic Pietramala and 15 saves by Josh Marcus helped No. 2 UNC Men's Lacrosse defeat No. 3 Syracuse, 14-9, Saturday (
Highlights). Mason Szewczyk, Caden Harshbarger, and Owen Duffy each dished out two assists. Carolina is now 10-1 on the season and 1-0 in ACC play. The Tar Heels are now 7-0 at Dorrance Field this spring. (
GoHeels.com)
Wide receiver Jordan Shipp adjusting to third offensive coordinator at UNC
For UNC wide receiver
Jordan Shipp, the last three seasons have been defined by constant change. He entered the program under offensive coordinator Chip Lindsey, moved into a bigger role when Freddie Kitchens took over, and is now adjusting again with Bobby Petrino running a new offensive system. Shipp has had to evolve almost every season. (
TarHeel247)
UNC Men's Tennis Rallies Past Miami, 4-3, In Coral Gables
North Carolina's Men's Tennis fell behind early but raced to overtake Miami and beat the Hurricanes, 4-3, on Friday at the Neil Schiff Tennis Center. Ian Mayew gave Carolina a 3-2 lead with his 7-5, 6-3 win on court No. 3. The Hurricanes made things interesting with a win on court four, but then Constantinos Djakouris won his fourth clincher of the season. (
GoHeels.com)
Tyler Hansbrough lists four names for UNC Basketball coaching job after Tommy Lloyd extension
UNC's coaching search is one of the most talked-about storylines in college basketball. Tar Heel legend
Tyler Hansbrough relayed some of the names he has in mind following Tommy Lloyd’s extension with Arizona: Michigan coach Dusty May, Iowa coach Ben McCollum, Chicago Bulls coach Billy Donovan, and former Denver Nuggets coach Mike Malone. (
On3.com)