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How Vince Carter built broadcasting career while still playing in NBA

Broadcasting was an avenue had been eyeing for his post-NBA life, only for it to get postponed with each season he returned. Carter's first bullet point on his resume took place 15 years ago when he attended Syracuse's Sportscaster U, a program held in conjunction with the NBA Players' Association to prepare players for broadcasting careers. (Yahoo! Sports)

Video: IC Podcast - Observations From UNC Football's First Preseason Practice

UNC Football held its first practice of the 2026 season on Thursday. Greg Barnes, Spencer Haskell, and Tommy Ashley of Inside Carolina discuss their takeaways from the press conferences and the opportunity to see the Tar Heels on the Koman practice fields. (View Video)

Bobby Petrino sees promise but not separation in UNC quarterback competition

After Thursday’s first football practice in which Texas A&M transfer , a redshirt sophomore, got the first reps and freshman was impressive, North Carolina offensive coordinator Bobby Petrino was encouraged with what he saw. But the competition is far from settled, Petrino said at the Kenan Football Center after practice. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Video: Tar Heel Tribune - Britt Whitmire, R.L. Bynum, and guest David Glenn

David Glenn of the North Carolina Sports Network joins R.L. Bynum and Britt Whitmire on the Tar Heel Tribune podcast to discuss the current state of the North Carolina Tar Heels Football program under head coach . (View Video)

Former Patriots Special Teams Ace Brandon Bolden Coaching at UNC During Fall Camp

North Carolina had a new coach on the football practice field for Day 1 of preseason camp Thursday morning. Brandon Bolden, who played for on the New England Patriots for eight non-consecutive seasons, is coaching special teams during camp, a source told TarHeel247. Bolden is assisting special teams coordinator Billy Miller. (TarHeel247)

The celebration of Michael Lombardi’s downfall is unprecedented

Michael Lombardi was put on administrative leave by UNC this week after HR allegations of misconduct. And in the wake of the news, it seems the entire football universe is taking turns dunking on him. Lombardi has been the right-hand man of as the program’s General Manager. The former NFL executive hyped up UNC as the “33rd NFL team.” (Awful Announcing)

Five Takeaways from Bobby Petrino On UNC's Offense: 'I Like What I See'

Ahead of his first season in Chapel Hill, offensive coordinator Bobby Petrino spoke on North Carolina football’s opening day of training camp. The 65-year-old — who served as the offensive coordinator and interim head coach in 2025 at Arkansas — hinted at his plans and his evaluation of the offense as the Tar Heels’ opener in Ireland approaches. (Inside Carolina)

Belichick focuses on practice progress, not the Lombardi story

Amid the backdrop of the HR investigation into General Manager Michael Lombardi, UNC began practice on Thursday. Coach did not address questions about Lombardi, who is on paid administrative leave, or the reported inquiries about the program from the College Sports Commission. Belichick focused on the positives. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Steve Newmark Speaks About Michael Lombardi's Administrative Leave

UNC AD Steve Newmark: "Any time we have allegations around a personnel matter, the duty of the university, as stewards of our students, faculty, and the UNC community, is to take seriously to evaluate what is an appropriate next step. We now have the office of the university counsel leading the investigation. We're going to let that process play out." (TarHeel247)

Safi Hampton, Chelsea Thorpe Named To Preseason All-ACC Team, UNC Volleyball Tabbed Fifth

UNC Volleyball was picked to finish fifth in the Preseason ACC Coaches Poll and Chelsea Thorpe and Safi Hampton were named to the Preseason All-ACC Team. Thorpe returns for her final season after a career year last year with 318 kills and 90 blocks. Hampton returns after leading the Tar Heels with 399 kills. She also led the team in points (440.5). (GoHeels.com)

Video: Locked On Tar Heels - Should UNC Basketball Pursue Micah Handlogten Amid Eligibility Drama?

UNC Basketball eyes potential Florida transfer as a surprising roster upgrade. Could the 7'1" big man from Lake Norman, NC tip the balance in Chapel Hill’s front court? Isaac Schade breaks down Handlogten’s medical hardship waiver saga, his rebounding numbers, and more. (View Video)

Chansky’s Notebook: Needs to Go...Now

This story is about Steve Newmark, and what he must do in his first year as AD at UNC. Mike Lombardi has grifted his way through college and pro football wearing fake championship rings and sharing inappropriate stuff on social media. Whatever he did to run afoul of UNC’s HR department is more than enough to lose a job he never should have had. (Chapelboro.com)

Video: UNC Football Players, Coaches Post-Thursday Training Camp Interviews

North Carolina offensive coordinator Bobby Petrino, special teams coordinator Billy Miller, running back , and defensive lineman speak with the media on Thursday following the Tar Heels' first practice of the 2026 season. (View Video)

UNC Women's Basketball Unveils Non-Conference Schedule, Including Nine Home Games

UNC Women's Basketball unveiled its non-conference schedule with nine foes set to visit Carmichael in the early season. The Tar Heels begin the 2026-27 season in the Oui-Play in Paris, France, against Oklahoma on Nov. 2. The Tar Heels face off against South Carolina at the Spectrum Center in Charlotte on Nov. 8 to wrap up the first week of the season. (GoHeels.com)

Video: TarHeel247 Podcast - John Henson, Jeff Goodman Discuss Michael Malone, UNC Basketball

College basketball analyst Jeff Goodman joins former UNC and longtime NBA forward to discuss how he reevaluates the hire four months later. The two also break down the strengths and weaknesses of UNC’s 2026-27 roster and identify the biggest threats in the ACC. (View Video)
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