Jelani Thurman Embracing His All-Around Role For UNC Football

Three games into his first season at UNC, Jelani Thurman is already showing more of what he can do as a pass catcher. His 11 receptions for 183 yards and a touchdown through three games has already surpassed his receiving numbers from last season at Ohio State. For Thurman, being an all-around tight end goes beyond his receiving production. (TarHeel247)

UNC Men’s Soccer Handles West Florida, 2-0

UNC Men's Soccer turned in a professional performance in a 2-0 win over West Florida on Wednesday at Dorrance Field (Highlights). Faraji Ramani scored first collegiate goal in the 33rd minute. Joschi Schelb added his fourth goal in four games and seventh on the season in the 59th minute to double the lead as the Tar Heels improve to 4-2-3 on the season. (GoHeels.com)

Video: Locked On Tar Heels - Can Angelo Brizzi's Experience Translate To UNC Basketball?

UNC Basketball has added a proven sharpshooter in Angelo Brizzi, aiming to strengthen the Tar Heels' backcourt depth. Will Brizzi’s 3-point prowess — after averaging 14.5 points and 37% from deep at Buffalo — translate to success in Chapel Hill? (View Video)

North Carolina Knows It Needs More From the Deep Passing Game

After three games, it's no secret that North Carolina's deep-passing game hasn't clicked. The stats speak for themself. But the coaching staff knows finding explosive plays is something the Tar Heels must do to enhance the offense. That's why they made it a priority to look for fixes and ways to open up the passing game during the team's second open date. (TarHeel247)

$12.3M Michael Jordan Jersey Takes NBA Collectibles to New Heights

The jersey that Michael Jordan wore during Game 3 of the 1998 NBA Finals sold for $12.3 million. It topped the previous NBA record of $10.1 million in 2022 for another MJ jersey during those same finals. The most expensive sports team jersey ever sold was Babe Ruth's "called shot" jersey from the 1932 World Series. It fetched $24.1 million in 2024. (Yahoo! Sports)

Special Warfare Center & School Hosts UNC Wrestling To Inspire Future Force Generation

When college wrestlers meet Army special operations at the U.S. Army John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center and School, the common ground is forged in sweat, performance, and the pursuit of excellence. The Special Operations Center of Excellence welcomed 39 members from the University of North Carolina's wrestling team on Sept. 21, 2026. (GoHeels.com)

No. 3 Notre Dame will challenge its top-ranked defense with test at North Carolina

Notre Dame’s defense seems to have turned a corner. Four games into last season, it was answering questions about whether it was stout enough to help the Fighting Irish make a title run. Four games into this season, the numbers indicate there’s not much doubt. The No. 3 Fighting Irish allow the fewest yards per game entering Saturday at UNC. (Associated Press)

Summer Denigan, Bella Devey Named To MAC Hermann Trophy Mid-Season Watch List

The 2026 MAC Hermann Trophy Mid-Season Watch List was announced Wednesday afternoon, and Summer Denigan and Bella Devey represent North Carolina. Last season, Denigan capped off her standout career at Georgia as a MAC Hermann Semifinalist and First Team All-America honoree. Devey has continued to have a breakout sophomore season. (GoHeels.com)

Extra Points: Memory Lane

Ray Perkins, Bill Parcells, and Bill Belichick were having a discussion before a New York Giants training camp scrimmage in July, 1981. The subject was rookie outside linebacker from North Carolina, Lawrence Taylor. Perkins (head coach), Parcells (defensive coordinator), and Belichick (linebackers coach) came to a consensus. "He's our best player." (GoHeels.com)

Houston Dash Defender Avery Patterson Named to U.S. Women’s National Team Roster

Houston Dash defender and former UNC Women's Soccer standout Avery Patterson has been named to the U.S. Women’s National Team roster for a pair of friendlies against Spain in October. Patterson has established herself as a regular contributor with the U.S. Women’s National Team since making her senior team debut against Brazil on April 5, 2025. (Houston Dash)

Monmouth Men's Basketball Announces Addition of Shammond Williams to Coaching Staff

Shammond Williams, a talented coach with 13 years of collegiate coaching experience, has been named an Assistant Coach by Monmouth University Men's Basketball Head Coach King Rice. In addition to his coaching experience, Williams was a member of the NBA for nine seasons and played professionally for 16 years following four seasons at UNC. (Monmouth Hawks)

Tar Heel Linebacker Jonathan Agumadu Makes It More Personal This Year

UNC linebacker Jonathan Agumadu has worked to become a better leader, a decision he made after what he viewed as a disappointing 2025 season. Based on testimony from players and coaches, the sophomore from Texas has held up his end of the bargain. With 12 tackles through three games, Agumadu is leading on the field and in the locker room. (TarHeel247)

UNC Women’s Basketball’s Elevates Cory McNeill To Associate Head Coach

Following two seasons as an assistant coach with UNC Women's Basketball, head coach Courtney Banghart has promoted Cory McNeill to the Tar Heels' newest associate head coach. McNeill has been instrumental in the development of Carolina's guards during his two seasons in Chapel Hill, assisting the Tar Heels in back-to-back Sweet 16 appearances. (GoHeels.com)

Angelo Brizzi’s Unexpected Second Chance Brought Him Full Circle to UNC

On a random Tuesday, Angelo Brizzi received an unexpected text while in the gym. Hardship waiver: approved. "The next couple of weeks were just a whirlwind," Brizzi said. "I was just trying to find a situation that made sense to come back to college." Turns out that ideal scenario was in Chapel Hill, playing for UNC and new coach Michael Malone. (TarHeel247)

Neo Avdalas’ vision, playmaking set him apart

With his size, court vision, and flair for playmaking, some have compared Neo Avdalas to a player the Virginia Tech transfer guard looked up to as a kid in Greece: Luka Doncic. One of the first players UNC Basketball coach Michael Malone targeted out of the portal was the 6-9 Avdalas, and he showed flashes of why in his first college season with the Hokies. (Tar Heel Tribune)

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