Off the basketball court, Caleb Wilson is in a league of his own
On the court,
Caleb Wilson is a freak athlete. Off it? He reads Stoic philosophy, builds Lego sets, chats with students, and treasures a good nap. He doesn't fit the mold of a typical basketball star, and he likes it that way. Expected to be a major contributor for UNC this season, the freshman is already beloved by teammates and the community alike. (
TarHeel247)
Observations from UNC Basketball practice, including a potential starting lineup
Caleb Wilson headlines a three-player
recruiting class featuring guards
Derek Dixon and Isaiah Denis. Former players, Kenny Williams and Joel James watched from the sideline as
Hubert Davis coached up his current players. "Great practice today, let’s go," Davis said to the group. Here are observations from the open portion of UNC Basketball’s practice. (
MSN.com)
UNC’s Kenan Stadium Selected As Banana Ball World Tour Host Site
The Savannah Bananas will be coming to North Carolina's Kenan Stadium as one of its sites for the 2026 Banana Ball World Tour. The Savannah Bananas will take on the Texas Tailgaters in two games on April 11 and 12. This will mark the Bananas' first appearance in Kenan Stadium, which has hosted international soccer games each of the last three summers. (
GoHeels.com)
Video: IC Podcast - UNC Baseball Fall Wrap with Coach Scott Forbes
As North Carolina’s fall baseball season comes to a close, Inside Carolina’s Tommy Ashley chats with UNC coach
Scott Forbes about his team’s progress the past month, the emergence of key contributors heading into 2026, the pitching staff, and how freshmen and transfers will play a vital role.
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Fri Oct 10
Fifth Annual Heel-O-Ween Lax Ball Set For Oct. 28
The UNC men's and women's lacrosse, baseball, and softball teams will host the annual Heel-O-Ween Lax Ball event to benefit UNC Children's Hospital on Tues., Oct. 28 at Kenan Stadium. The fun begins at 7 p.m. and a donation to UNC Children's Hospital is recommended. Costumes are encouraged and trick-or-treat stations will be set up in the stadium. (
GoHeels.com)
Video: The Game Plan Podcast - Bill Belichick and UNC Football’s Open Week Chaos
Open dates are normally a time to get healthy, change up scheme, and evaluate personnel. In UNC’s case, chaos erupted around
Bill Belichick’s program. Inside Carolina’s Jason Staples and Greg Barnes sort through the events of the past several days and discuss possible paths to success.
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Fri Oct 10
Caleb Wilson’s energy changes vibe at UNC on and off basketball court
There’s no mistaking when
Caleb Wilson enters a room. The 6-10 Carolina freshman forward doesn’t just walk in. He fills the space. His voice carries. His laugh echoes. His presence draws people in. There might be some five-star recruits who don’t have time for other students while walking through the UNC campus, but Wilson is just the opposite. (
Tar Heel Tribune)
Michael Busch is the One They Fear
Yesterday, in the bottom of the first inning, Cubs first baseman
Michael Busch hit his third homer of the postseason, and second against the Brewers this series. Combined with a first-inning home run against the Brewers on Saturday, Busch is apparently the first player ever to have multiple leadoff homers in a single postseason series. (
Bleacher Nation)
Chapel Hill-Carrboro Openings, Closings and Updates in July-September 2025
The top story of July, and one of the biggest of all 2025, is the historical rainfall and flooding caused by Tropical Depression Chantal in North Carolina. Many spots in Chapel Hill, Carrboro and beyond saw intense flash floods wreck properties on July 6 — with many businesses among them. Few businesses went unscathed at Eastgate Crossing shopping center. (
Chapelboro.com)
UNC suspends cornerbacks coach Armond Hawkins for rules violation
North Carolina suspended cornerbacks coach Armond Hawkins for recruiting violations, the school said Thursday. The suspension is related to extra benefits afforded to recruits, but a statement from the school said Hawkins would remain on leave pending an investigation into "other potential actions detrimental to the team and University." (
ESPN.com)
Video: UNC Basketball Thursday Open Practice
The North Carolina men's basketball team held an open practice session for the media at the Smith Center on Thursday to give reporters a glimpse of this season's Tar Heels at work. Here are 18 minutes of practice video from the open session.
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Thu Oct 9
Three ACC Tipoff Takeaways Reveal Why UNC Basketball’s Future Looks Bright
When coach
Hubert Davis and general manager Jim Tanner were building
North Carolina's basketball roster, they made it a priority to add size. Last season, only two players stood at least 6-foot-10. This season, there are six: James Brown and Zayden High return, joined by newcomers Ivan Matlekovic, Jarin Stevenson,
Caleb Wilson and
Henri Veesaar. (
Sports Illustrated)
Video: Jaydon Young Thursday Pre-Season Press Conference
UNC junior shooting guard
Jaydon Young speaks with the media Thursday to discuss growing up in North Carolina, his basketball journey to Chapel Hill, leading as a veteran player, his first impressions of
Caleb Wilson, lessons from his father, growing up a Tar Heel fan, and much more.
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Thu Oct 9
Collective Soul To Hit Chapel Thrill Concert Series Saturday, Oct. 25
American rock band Collective Soul is set to take the stage in Polk Place Saturday, Oct. 25 before UNC's football game against Virginia. The free concert will take place approximately 2 hours prior to kickoff (game time at Kenan Stadium has not yet been announced) in front of Wilson Library, in the heart of the University of North Carolina's campus. (
GoHeels.com)
Bill Belichick future: Why UNC Football coach's return in 2026 is highly doubted
Just over a month into his first season, it’s already a question of whether
Bill Belichick will have a second one at UNC. This is of little surprise to Josh Pate, though, based on how hiring him has gone from the start in Chapel Hill. "I highly doubt he’s the coach there in 2026. I can’t find many people up and down the ACC that think he’s going to be back." (
On3.com)