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)
UNC Softball Run-Rules NC State, Clinches Series, 11-3
UNC Softball clinched the series over NC State with an 11-3 five-inning run-rule victory on Friday evening (
Highlights). Carolina exploded out of the gate with a 5-run first inning. Sanaa Thompson extended her on-base streak to 20 games and set the Tar Heels' record for most runs in a season. Lexie Roberts extended her on-base streak to 17 games. (
GoHeels.com)
Scott Forbes, UNC Players Speak on Game Two Win Over Boston College
UNC Baseball tied the series at one apiece with a 5-2 win over Boston College at Boshamer Stadium on Friday. Afterward, coach
Scott Forbes, shortstop
Jake Schaffner, and pitcher
Caden Glauber spoke with the media. Schaffner had a 2-for-4 day with a triple and two RBI. Glauber tossed 5.1 innings in relief, striking out five and allowing one run. (
TarHeel247)
Video: Locked On Tar Heels - Billy Donovan To UNC?
Isaac Schade is joined by Haise and Pat the Designer from Locked On Bulls, who discuss Coach Donovan’s offensive schemes, his adaptability, player development expertise, and whether Donovan’s pedigree and recruiting savvy would result in immediate success for the Tar Heels.
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Sat Apr 4
No. 5 UNC Women’s Tennis Opens Weekend With Top-20 Win
No. 5 North Carolina Women's Tennis opened the weekend against no. 20 Clemson Friday evening at Chewning Tennis Center. The Tar Heels cruised to a 4-1 victory for their eighth ACC win of the season. No. 8 Oby Kajuru claimed a straight-set win in singles. No. 2
Reese Brantmeier later clinched the match for UNC after earning a win over Rinon Okuwaki. (
GoHeels.com)
Blueberry patch restoration: Sylvia Hatchell hosts planting event after Helene damage
Western North Carolina continues to rebuild after Helene changed their community forever in Sept. 2024. Former University of North Carolina women’s basketball coach
Sylvia Hatchell has spent the last year helping her neighbors in Fairview. It includes loaning her equipment to the fire department along with contacting state and federal leaders. (
WRAL.com)