What Michael Malone Sees in UNC Basketball’s Rebuilt Frontcourt

Michael Malone inherited a UNC Basketball roster full of questions when he arrived in April, but none more pressing than the frontcourt. Now, with the start of preseason practice days away, that rebuilt frontcourt has taken shape. Sayon Keita, Alexandros Samodurov, Cade Bennerman, and potentially Cameron Fens make up a completely revamped group. (Inside Carolina)

2026 UNC Football Opponent Preview: Clemson

Clemson will trot out true freshman Tait Reynolds as its starting quarterback Saturday against North Carolina. Reynolds replaces Christopher Vizzina, who started the first two games of the season but is reportedly dealing with an elbow injury and is considered week-to-week. But even with Vizzina healthy, it was clear the Clemson offense needed a change. (Chapelboro.com)

Coby White Family Foundation Gives Back to Goldsboro Youth

Goldsboro native and NBA player Coby White returned to his hometown on Saturday as the Coby White Family Foundation brought young people and families together for its Youth Giveback Community Day. Held at the Goldsboro Family YMCA, the free event offered an afternoon of basketball, art, music, wellness activities, food, supplies, and giveaways. (Goldsboro Daily News)

Dalton Pence Named Nolan Ryan Minor League Pitcher of the Year

The Texas Rangers announced their 2026 minor league award winners on Monday and Round Rock Express LHP Dalton Pence was named the organization’s Nolan Ryan Minor League Pitcher of the Year. Pence has appeared at three levels this season (High-A, Double-A, Triple-A) and was promoted to Round Rock on Aug. 1. Pence is 6-4 with a 2.44 ERA. (MLB.com)

North Carolina Football and Field Hockey Players Join Indiana Eligibility Lawsuit

UNC placekicker Rece Verhoff and field hockey players Ryleigh Heck, Sietske Bruning, and Dani Mendez have joined an eligibility lawsuit in Indiana, becoming part of a group of 97 student-athletes seeking emergency relief against the NCAA’s new age-based eligibility model. UNC Basketball transfer Cameron Fens is not attached to the Indiana lawsuit. (Inside Carolina)

North Carolina vs. ETSU: Winners, Losers, and Honorable Mentions

Winners: Jelani Thurman - There was a huge talent mismatch but it was good to see Thurman follow up his star turn two weeks ago to be the leading receiver again. Xavier Lewis - When your stand outs continue stand out, they should be mentioned. Demon June - He may have solidified himself as the goal line back Saturday with his 3 TD performance. (Tar Heel Blog)

Video: Tallest Tales - Brendan Haywood Had No Idea Julius Peppers Was the No. 1 Football Recruit

Brendan Haywood thought Julius Peppers was just another dude on his AAU basketball team. In this episode, Brendan takes us back to their AAU days in North Carolina, when nobody on the team really knew who this huge, quiet kid named Julius Peppers was. Then somebody started flipping through a football recruiting magazine. (View Video)

Roy Williams gave 'Scotty Boy' Forbes words of wisdom after UNC Baseball came win away from title

"Scotty Boy, just keep doing what you’re doing, and it will happen." Those were the words to UNC Baseball coach Scott Forbes from Roy Williams after UNC made it to the College World Series Finals, only to come up short. Forbes didn’t have to go far on the Carolina campus to find coaches who overcame heartbreak and came back to win a national title. (Tar Heel Tribune)

This Week in UNC Sports: September 14-20, 2026

Thursday, Sep. 17 - Women’s soccer will welcome No. 3 Duke at Dorrance Field. The Blue Devils won the only meeting between the schools last season. Kickoff is set for 8 p.m. TV channel: ACC Network. Sunday, Sep. 20 - Field hockey will play its ACC opener at Karen Shelton Stadium against No. 11 Virginia Sunday at 12 p.m. TV channel: ACC Network. (Chapelboro.com)

UNC’s Ackland Art Museum Preparing for $70 Million Expansion

The Ackland Art Museum is exploring options for its first major upgrades in decades, with aspirations to expand its footprint and create an arts-focused district along the northern edge of UNC campus. The museum — which operates as part of the university — is planning a $70 million project to expand and renovate its spot in downtown Chapel Hill. (Chapelboro.com)

Video: Shaq (DJ Diesel) chats with Roy Williams, plays music at UNC before football game

Video of Shaquille O'Neal (AKA DJ Diesel) before UNC football's home opener vs. ETSU. Shaq also met with fans and chatted with former UNC basketball coach Roy Williams. (Fayetteville Observer)

Video: Asst. Coach Ty Nichols, UNC Football Players Monday Pre-Clemson Press Conferences

North Carolina outside linebackers coach Ty Nichols, wide receiver Jordan Shipp, defensive lineman Isaiah Johnson, and offensive lineman Andrew Threatt speak with the media on Monday ahead of the Tar Heels' road matchup against the Clemson Tigers on Saturday. (View Video)

Ciara O'Shea Earns USTFCCCA National Athlete-Of-The-Week Honors

Ciara O'Shea has been named women's National Athlete of the Week by the U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association. O'Shea earned the national honor after aiding UNC's win at the Virginia Invitational while securing an individual win. The Richmond, Ky. native clocked a 5k time of 16:46.0, eight seconds ahead of the next competitor. (GoHeels.com)

Video: Locked On Tar Heels - UNC Basketball Family Reunion With Top-10 Recruits on Campus

UNC Basketball united past and present as Coach Michael Malone orchestrated a remarkable Carolina Basketball family reunion, connecting legends like Tyler Hansbrough and Phil Ford with current stars and top recruits CJ Rosser and Jordan Page in Chapel Hill. (View Video)

Inside The Trenches: Jaylen Harvey's Pressure, Xavier Lewis Again, Jelani Thurman's Blocking

UNC's offensive line created movement in the run game against ETSU, while Jaylen Harvey and Xavier Lewis disrupted things on defense. There were also some of the same details that stood out against TCU: two-man games along the defensive front, Jelani Thurman's blocking, and an offense finding different ways to build off the same initial looks. (TarHeel247)

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