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Roy Williams gave 'Scotty Boy' Forbes words of wisdom after UNC Baseball came win away from title

"Scotty Boy, just keep doing what you’re doing, and it will happen." Those were the words to UNC Baseball coach Scott Forbes from Roy Williams after UNC made it to the College World Series Finals, only to come up short. Forbes didn’t have to go far on the Carolina campus to find coaches who overcame heartbreak and came back to win a national title. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Cubs No. 5 prospect Kane Kepley has been ultimate table-setter across the Minors in 2026

Get on. Get over. Get in. It's what Kane Kepley has done better than anyone in 2026. Between two Minor League levels, the Cubs’ No. 5 prospect has shown an exceptional feel for the zone, drawing 120 free passes, the fifth-most by a Minor Leaguer in a single season since 2005. On the basepaths, he's wreaked havoc, stealing a MiLB-leading 70 bags. (MLB.com)

Jackson Rose Eyes Sophomore Leap with UNC Baseball

Three years ago, Jackson Rose never imagined being where he was this past June — starting the winner-take-all Game 3 of the national championship series in Omaha. After undergoing an internal bracing procedure that cost him his sophomore season at Woodstock (Ga.) Etowah High, Rose feared his college baseball dreams were over before they began. (Inside Carolina)

UNC Baseball Hires Eric McKibban As Director Of Sports Performance

UNC Baseball announced the addition of Eric McKibban to its staff on Thursday, bringing him to Chapel Hill as the program's new director of sports performance. McKibban comes to Chapel Hill after serving in a similar role for five years for Carolina alum Robert Woodard and the Charlotte baseball program. He also worked with the 49ers' softball team. (GoHeels.com)

UNC Baseball's road back to College World Series starts soon with fall scrimmages

Following a run to the College World Series, UNC Baseball is back at Boshamer Stadium for its fall schedule. The Tar Heels started practice Sept. 7 to begin preparation for the 2027 season, which welcomes back key returners in pitcher Caden Glauber, second baseman Gavin Gallaher, first baseman Erik Paulsen, and third baseman Cooper Nicholson. (MSN.com)

Video: Time To Shine For UNC Baseball's Jackson Rose

Tommy Ashley and Spencer Haskell of Inside Carolina sit down with UNC sophomore pitcher Jackson Rose to discuss starting that national championship game, his summer improvement, what he expects from next season's squad, fall practice, and more. (View Video)

Home Runs Highlight UNC Baseball's Wednesday's Scrimmage

UNC Baseball held a 6 1/2 inning scrimmage that featured four home runs on Wednesday at Boshamer Stadium. Harrison Ailshie, who belted a 393-foot homer to right-center, was 2-3 with one RBI and two runs scored. Sawyer Black was 1-4 with four RBI and three runs scored. Black belted a mammoth, three-run, 415-foot homer to right field. (GoHeels.com)

Minnesota Twins have a dark horse prospect, Aaron Sabato, knocking on the door

There’s no such hype around Aaron Sabato, 27, who in his first few professional seasons struggled to find the stroke that made him a first-round pick out of UNC and is no longer among the team’s top prospects, according to MLB Pipeline. That means little to fans who have watched Sabato hit .276 with 21 home runs, 64 RBI, and a .915 OPS this season. (St. Paul Pioneer Press)

Smokies' top prospect Kane Kepley fueled by doubters as playoffs approach

Kane Kepley spent much of his baseball career trying to convince people he belonged. He still plays that way, despite his status as a second-round MLB Draft pick and No. 5 prospect in the Chicago Cubs organization. The 5-foot-8, 180-pound outfielder spent his entire childhood understanding he wasn't built like players who received the most attention. (MSN.com)

UNC Baseball Releases 2026 Fall Schedule

UNC Baseball has announced its 2026 fall schedule, with the first team practice set for Monday, Sept. 7. The 2026 squad that ran all the way to the College World Series Finals returns 18 players while welcoming 23 newcomers. There will be more opportunities than ever this fall to see your Diamond Heels, as coach Scott Forbes has set four fall scrimmages. (GoHeels.com)

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