Meet Jake Knapp: The 270-pound workhorse Cubs hope is their next big thing

Jake Knapp is the definition of a workhorse on the mound, which is all you can ask for from a starter, while also having the reputation of being a strike thrower, especially with his heater. Of all the pitchers the Chicago Cubs selected, this guy could have the highest upside and may be the one pitcher who makes the biggest jump the quickest. (CubsHQ)

UNC is searching for a new men’s basketball coach. Here’s who has to sign off on the new hire.

The president of the UNC System, which oversees all public universities in North Carolina, must give written approval of any contract for the University of North Carolina Tar Heels’ next men’s basketball coach, a byproduct of the messy process that led to the hiring of football coach Bill Belichick and one that limits the role of the university’s board of trustees. (WRAL.com)

UNC Baseball’s young pitching depth shines again as Caden Glauber outstanding in win over BC

For the second time in three games, a freshman pitcher came out of the UNC bullpen with an impressive outing and a season-high pitch count. Friday, it was Caden Glauber, who threw 94 pitches and 5 1/3 innings of two-hit relief as the No. 6 Tar Heels evened the series against No. 22 Boston College with a 5-2 victory (Highlights) at Boshamer Stadium. (Tar Heel Tribune)

No. 2 UNC Women’s Lacrosse Hammers No. 22 Virginia, 19-4

No. 2 UNC Women's Lacrosse started strong and kept its foot on the gas in a 19-4 win at No. 22 Virginia on Friday (Highlights). The Tar Heels jumped to a 6-0 lead and didn't look back. Chloe Humphrey scored seven goals. Betty Nelson (6) and Lexi Zenk (1) combined for seven saves. Addison Pattillo, Caroline Godine, and Kate Levy each scored twice. (GoHeels.com)

Video: Locked On Tar Heels - Tommy Lloyd Staying At Arizona

Tommy Lloyd announced Friday that he has signed a contract extension and will be staying at Arizona. UNC strikes out with its top choice in its basketball coaching search and will have to move on to other candidates. Will it be Dusty May? Billy Donovan? Someone else? (View Video)

What's next for UNC coaching search after Tommy Lloyd signs new deal with Arizona?

North Carolina's A1 target is off the board. Arizona coach Tommy Lloyd announced Friday that he will ink a new contract to stay in Tucson. On the eve of the Final Four, a fresh $7.2 million annual contract will head Lloyd's direction. Now it's time to swerve in Chapel Hill. North Carolina is expected to ramp up the heat on Michigan coach Dusty May. (CBS Sports)

Dusty May happy at Michigan, won't talk about UNC job

Michigan basketball coach Dusty May addressed speculation surrounding the UNC vacancy Friday: "I think it's well-documented how happy I am at Michigan. Obviously, my private life, my personal life, my family, their happiness is very important. I love it at Michigan, but you'll never hear me comment on any other job unless Michigan lets me go." (ESPN)

Tommy Lloyd says he’s staying at Arizona

Tommy Lloyd isn’t leaving Arizona for the opening at UNC. "I’m happy to announce I’m staying at Arizona," Lloyd said during a Friday press conference in Indianapolis. "We’ve been able to get some things done the past couple days, and I really appreciate President Garimella, John Arnold and Desiree for showing a real commitment to our program." (Tar Heel Tribune)

Video: IC Podcast - The Wait - UNC's Basketball Coaching Search and the Final Four

UNC basketball coaching targets Tommy Lloyd and Dusty May, square off at the Final Four on Saturday. Inside Carolina's Greg Barnes and Tommy Ashley discuss the importance of the waiting game for all involved in the coaching search process, their Final Four picks, and more. (View Video)

Tommy Lloyd, Dusty May Address UNC Opening; Arizona Players Weigh In

Thursday marked the third time Arizona basketball coach Tommy Lloyd has addressed UNC's opening since Hubert Davis was fired on March 24. In his previous responses, he didn't deny any potential interest, nor did he offer any long-term commitment to Arizona — unlike some other coaches who have faced similar questions. Thursday was no different. (TarHeel247)

Video: Big Hitters Podcast - UNC Basketball Coaching Search and Tommy Lloyd

UNC’s search for a new basketball coach has narrowed in on Arizona’s Tommy Lloyd with Chicago Bulls’ Billy Donovan and Michigan’s Dusty May still in the picture. This episode focuses the best scenario in the Final Four for Lloyd to become UNC’s head coach, Billy Donovan as another outstanding candidate, and more. (View Video)

Boston College Outpitches UNC Baseball to Take Game One

UNC Baseball's six-game win streak has come to an end. After Tuesday's 14-inning marathon, there was no Bosh magic left late on Thursday night as a hot Boston College team prevailed 6-1. The numbers tell the story: BC advanced 18 runners compared to the Tar Heels’ three. Here are the takeaways from UNC’s opening game loss to Boston College. (Inside Carolina)

UNC coaching search looms over Final Four. Ask Kansas how that goes

"No way Roy’s going to Carolina," read the headline in the Kansas City Star on April 2, 2003 If we’ve learned one thing in the more than two decades since then, it’s to never say never when it comes to these situations, and that a coach’s loyalty is the underdog when matched up against his ego. Now here we are at another Final Four, and UNC is hiring. (USA Today)

Like with Roy Williams at Kansas, there is reported tension between Tommy Lloyd and his AD

As North Carolina pursues Arizona basketball coach Tommy Lloyd, one factor in his decision could be one that existed at Kansas when Roy Williams left to take the UNC job. Reports suggest that Lloyd's relationship with Arizona athletic director Desireé Reed-Francois could be central to whether he stays in Tucson or becomes Carolina’s next coach. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Development for Young Tar Heels Goes Beyond 15 Spring Football Practices

Though 59 of the 114 Tar Heels on North Carolina's football roster this spring are true or redshirt freshmen, it's still Bill Belichick and his staff going about the teachings of football in the same manner it would if the Tar Heels were a far more grizzled bunch. "I think every day is developmental for coaches, players, and everybody else," Belichick said. (TarHeel247)

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