Former UNC QB Drake Maye Ends Program’s Long NFL Drought
In the first 100-plus years of the NFL, there had never been a top-tier quarterback from the University of North Carolina. Until now. New England Patriots quarterback
Drake Maye, a former UNC superstar who became the No. 3 overall pick in the 2024 NFL draft, has emerged this season as a top Most Valuable Player candidate in the professional ranks. (
Chapelboro.com)
Quad-1 chances big for UNC Women's Basketball with ACC down
Early signs point to a down year for ACC women’s basketball. As conference play ramps up, only three ACC teams are ranked in the AP Top 25. That’s a sharp drop from last season, when five ACC teams were ranked in the final poll. While UNC’s ranking is encouraging for the Tar Heels, the changing landscape means fewer high-end opportunities. (
Tar Heel Tribune)
Henri Veesaar and Caleb Wilson accomplished an incredibly rare feat
On Sunday against Georgetown,
Caleb Wilson and
Henri Veesaar reminded us again of the potential that this year's North Carolina Tar Heels have when both big men are clicking on all cylinders. Against the Hoyas, Wilson had 20 points and 14 rebounds, while Veesaar had 18 points and 15 rebounds. Those two combined for 38 points and 29 rebounds. (
Keeping It Heel)
Beyond Boo-Yah: How Stuart Scott’s friends carry his memory to this day
What comes to mind when you hear the name
Stuart Scott? For
Roy Williams, it’s as simple as a smile. "That’s the best thing...that’s a pretty good legacy to have," Williams said. Williams has met thousands of reporters and stood in front of every kind of microphone. Scott was different. His passion felt real enough to trust. He was a broadcaster, and then friend. (
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Video: IC Football Recruiting Podcast - UNC Defense Status Check
Football recruiting expert Don Callahan joins Tommy Ashley of Inside Carolina to discuss potential transfer portal needs for the UNC defense, the current roster along with incoming freshmen and how those two groups determine necessary additions once the transfer portal opens in January, and more.
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Wed Dec 10
UNC Baseball, Softball Participate In Share Your Holiday, Women's Basketball Hosts Book Drive
Over the past week, the UNC baseball and softball teams participated in purchasing items for the "Share Your Holiday" initiative, coordinated by the Triangle Nonprofit & Volunteer Leadership Center. Share Your Holiday supports low-income families, the disabled, and the elderly during the holidays. Women's Basketball also hosted a book drive. (
GoHeels.com)
Video: IC Podcast - Timing And The Need For UNC Football Information
Greg Barnes of Inside Carolina outlines the checklist for
Bill Belichick and his staff and the need for information as UNC Football enters 2026. The differences in the NFL and college offseason, timing of change, and priorities are all covered in today's edition.
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Wed Dec 10
UNC Baseball to be Featured in ‘MLB The Show 26’ Video Game
UNC is one of 11 college baseball programs who will be added to the video game “MLB The Show 26” as part of its “Road to the Show” mode. “MLB The Show” debuted playable college programs as part of its 2025 edition with eight college teams. Only two of the 11 new college programs for the 2026 game have been revealed: UNC and Oregon State. (
Chapelboro.com)
Luka Bogavac Getting More Comfortable As Each Game Passes
As for how
Luka Bogavac is adapting to playing major college basketball in the United States, one must look beyond his numbers. Nine games into North Carolina's season, Bogavac is posting quality stats. Averaging 12.2 points, 2.9 rebounds, and 3.0 assists per game while still in full acclimation mode is impressive. But it's only part of Bogavac's story. (
TarHeel247)
Video: Locked On Tar Heels - Kyan Evans vs. Derek Dixon Debate
UNC Basketball faces a pivotal backcourt decision as debate swirls around
Kyan Evans and freshman standout
Derek Dixon. Is the winning formula playing both together or sticking with the veteran starter? Team chemistry and
Marcus Paige’s mentorship shape the discussion, and Seth Trimble’s upcoming return looms large.
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Wed Dec 10
UNC Women's Basketball flourishing with new-look offense, big strides by Ciera Toomey
No. 12 UNC Women's Basketball is off to an impressive start, thanks to playing well with a radically different offense and turning up the defense. The Tar Heels have stretched the floor and gone inside with slashing drives in the lane or skilled post moves from redshirt sophomore
Ciera Toomey, whose level of play has soared compared to last season. (
Tar Heel Tribune)
Video: Big Hitters Podcast - The State of UNC Football: Roster, Transfer Portal, Future
A deep dive into the next few weeks and months of UNC Football in regards to roster construction, transfer portal, and the money involved. Andrew Jones of TarHeel247 joins Ross Martin to talk everything Carolina Football (00:18). Kyle Peterson (26:20) and Mike Hardison (1:09:33) also break down the future of the program.
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Wed Dec 10
Podcast: Holding Court with Courtney Banghart - Ciera Toomey Interview, Louisville Preview
UNC Women's Basketball Coach
Courtney Banghart and radio play-by-play voice Matt Krause discuss the Tar Heels' offseason roster transformation, the importance of early-season trips, and more.
Ciera Toomey joins to talk about her improvement in the Tar Heel frontcourt, why UNC appealed to her, her golf game, and more.
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Wed Dec 10
Rebounding, Defense Boost UNC Basketball's Improved 2025-26 Start
While
Caleb Wilson’s dunks and
Henri Veesaar’s shooting range are welcome sights for fans of modern-day offensive basketball, what deserves even more recognition is how much better Davis’ squad has been on the defensive end of the floor so far this season. "For us to get to where we want to become, we have to be great defensively," Davis said. (
Inside Carolina)
Vera Sjöberg Named ACC Women’s Track Performer Of The Week
UNC's Vera Sjöberg earned her first ACC track and field accolade when she was named Women's Track Performer of the Week on Tuesday. Sjöberg (8:43.06) is now the eighth fastest 3k athlete in NCAA history as she shattered the twenty-two-year-old school record held by
Shalane Flanagan in the women's 3000m, breaking the record by 17 seconds. (
GoHeels.com)