Henri Veesaar Selected By Atlanta Hawks In NBA Draft

A lifelong dream came true Wednesday for North Carolina’s Henri Veesaar when he heard his name called with the No. 52 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft by the Atlanta Hawks. The seven-footer from Tallinn, Estonia makes the next step in his basketball career following one season in Chapel Hill where averaged 17 points and 8.7 rebounds for the Tar Heels. (Inside Carolina)

How pitching coach Joey Lancellotti helped La Salle throw its first no-hitter since 1997

When Joey Lancellotti was 3 years old, his father, Joe, lied about his son’s age so he could play in the 5- to 6-year age group for tee ball. However, the opposing coach noticed Joey’s diaper through his baseball pants. The unusual situation was the start of a deep love of baseball for the younger Lancellotti. Lancellotti had a successful four-year career at UNC. (Philadelphia Inquirer)

UNC's Gavin Gallaher gives heartbreaking quote after CWS title loss vs. Oklahoma

Gavin Gallaher played a major role in the University of North Carolina baseball program's success during the 2026 season. One of the key veteran returners, Gallaher not only switched positions (becoming a Gold Glover at second base), but continued to be "Mr. Clutch" at the plate. He also took on the responsibility of wearing the "C" on his jersey. (Keeping It Heel)

Video: Locked On Tar Heels - Caleb Wilson Is UNC's Highest NBA Draft Pick In 2 Decades

Caleb Wilson goes No. 4 to the Chicago Bulls and it's great news for the Tar Heels. He's the highest draft pick for UNC Basketball since Marvin Williams went No. 2 in 2005. This is big for Carolina from a branding and visibility standpoint, particularly with someone of Caleb's personality. (View Video)

Take a closer look at South Building’s new copper roof

The weathervane at the top of South Building hasn’t been the highest point on campus in nearly a century, but for now, anyway, it is the newest. The directional device was the finishing touch on a major roof construction project that wrapped up in March. South Building, which dates to 1798, had not undergone a project this extensive since 1927. (UNC.edu)

Scott Forbes sends tear-jerker message to his UNC players after rough loss to Oklahoma

It's tough to put this loss into words. For UNC and Scott Forbes, one win was needed to make school history in winning the College World Series for the first time. Oklahoma had other ideas, posting a dominant victory in Game 3 to break hearts all over Chapel Hill. Forbes himself was emotional after the defeat, fighting back tears while speaking to the media. (Keeping It Heel)

Bill Belichick, Three Tar Heels Set For ACC Kickoff July 17

UNC Football coach Bill Belichick, defensive lineman Melkart Abou Jaoude, offensive lineman Christo Kelly, and wide receiver Jordan Shipp will preview the 2026 football season at ACC Kickoff July 17 at the Hilton Charlotte Uptown in Charlotte. Belichick and the players will meet with the media and TV broadcast partners throughout the day Friday. (GoHeels.com)

Four UNC Women's Soccer Standouts Set For National Team Training Camps

U.S. Soccer is bringing the U-19 and U-18 Women's National Teams together for concurrent training camps June 25-July 3 in Fayetteville, Ga. at the Arthur M. Blank U.S. Soccer National Training Center. Bella Devey from UNC Women's Soccer is on the U-19 roster while Scottie Antonucci, Riley Kennedy, and Cali O'Neill will train with the U-18 squad. (GoHeels.com)

Caleb Wilson's selection at No. 4 in NBA Draft puts him among UNC Basketball royalty

There are several ways to be considered a legend at a blue-blood program like UNC. One criteria would be where a player is selected in the NBA Draft. When Caleb Wilson was drafted No. 4, he entered a select group of Tar Heel royalty. Seven players have gone at that spot and are not only huge names in Chapel Hill, but in the world of college basketball. (TarHeel247)

UNC Wrestling Adds Nine Newcomers For 2026-27 Season

Entering year four under coach Rob Koll, the UNC wrestling program has welcomed nine newcomers to campus prior to the 2026-27 campaign. The newest group of Tar Heels includes seven freshmen and two transfers, highlighted by Brody Kelly (184 lbs.), a two-time Illinois state champion who won the Class 2A 175-pound title as a junior and senior. (GoHeels.com)

Video: Caleb Wilson drafted by Chicago Bulls with 4th overall pick

Watch as NBA commissioner Adam Silver announces on Tuesday night that the Chicago Bulls have selected North Carolina forward Caleb Wilson with the fourth overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. (View Video)

UNC Women’s Tennis Signs Transfer All-America Nicole Khirin

UNC Women's Tennis has announced the signing of graduate transfer Nicole Khirin. The addition will bolster the Tar Heels' 2026-27 roster as Khirin brings all-America and national championship experience to Chapel Hill. Khirin spent the previous three seasons at Texas A&M. As an Aggie, she compiled a 60-15 record in singles and went 47-19 in doubles. (GoHeels.com)

Caleb Wilson follows Michael Jordan’s path to Chicago, wants to 'be better than Mike'

Caleb Wilson is headed to Chicago, joining one of the NBA’s most iconic franchises and following the path of the most famous Tar Heel, Michael Jordan. The moment Tuesday, when the Chicago Bulls made Wilson the No. 4 pick in the NBA Draft, carried added meaning because former UNC coach Hubert Davis was at the Barclays Center to share it with him. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Newsletter: Caleb Wilson To The Bulls, Angelo Brizzi Buzz, Oh So Close In Omaha

Caleb Wilson joined Michael Jordan and Coby White in becoming the third Tar Heel drafted in the first round by the Chicago Bulls, UNC Basketball is heavily involved with Buffalo transfer point guard Angelo Brizzi Recruiting Profile" rel="tag">Angelo Brizzi, Carolina Baseball fell just short in the College World Series to end an incredible season, and the Tar Heels landed 3 more football commits. (Tar Heel Times Newsletter)

Caleb Wilson goes to Chicago Bulls at No. 4, bringing athletic upside to rebuilding team

Caleb Wilson, who turns 20 next month, always felt like the most obvious fit for the Bulls. A 6-foot-10 forward with notable athleticism and high creative upside, Wilson averaged 19.8 points and 9.4 rebounds as a freshman for the Tar Heels while shooting 57.8% from the field and racking up highlights above the rim. Wilson will need to improve his shooting. (Chicago Tribune)

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