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Video: IC Podcast - Road to Omaha Goes Through Chapel Hill
Greg Barnes and Tommy Ashley of Inside Carolina discuss the Chapel Hill Regional, the pathway to Omaha, and the UNC Baseball program that former head coach
Mike Fox and current head coach
Scott Forbes have elevated into the national discussion year in and year out.
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Wed May 27, 2026
20 Years Later: The 2006 College World Series Run that Elevated UNC's Baseball Program
Twenty years later, the sound still carries. Not just the crack of
Chad Flack’s bat – though anyone who lived through it can still hear that, too – but the way the moment hung in the air. On June 10, 2006, UNC trailed Alabama in the bottom of the ninth of the Tuscaloosa Super Regional. The Tide were 35-0 that season when leading after seven innings. (
Inside Carolina)
A Look at the History of the Chapel Hill Regional
For the 14th time in the last 20 seasons, UNC Baseball will host an NCAA Regional in Chapel Hill. The Tar Heels earned the No. 5 national seed and welcome Tennessee, East Carolina, and VCU to Boshamer Stadium this weekend. North Carolina played ECU and VCU earlier this season. Here is a dive into UNC's history hosting regionals at Boshamer Stadium: (
TarHeel247)
Diving into the Chapel Hill Regional for UNC baseball
Chapel Hill is the site of an NCAA Regional for the third straight year, and coming to town are a few familiar faces from North Carolina's regular season. The Tar Heels (45-11-1) are the No. 5 national seed, and they will host Tennessee (38-20), East Carolina (36-22-1), and VCU (37-23) with games in the double-elimination event starting Friday evening. (
TarHeel247)
Podcast: Scott Forbes Radio Show - Chapel Hill Regional Preview
North Carolina head baseball coach
Scott Forbes joins host Dave Nathan on his weekly radio show to discuss the upcoming Chapel Hill Regional. Plus, assistant coach Bryant Gaines, pitcher
Jason DeCaro, and second baseman
Gavin Gallaher discuss the Tar Heels' postseason.
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Tue May 26, 2026
Newsletter: Chapel Hill Regional Set, Neo Signs, Keita Wins EuroLeague Title, Latest On Samodurov
UNC Baseball hosts a tough Chapel Hill regional with VCU, Tennessee, and ECU coming to town this weekend.
Neoklis Avdalas has signed with UNC Basketball, Seyon Keita won a EuroLeague title,
Alexandros Samodurov is still on
Michael Malone’s radar, Women’s Lacrosse fell just short of an NCAA title, Kenan Stadium renovations have begun, and more. (
Tar Heel Times Newsletter)
Three big takeaways from UNC Baseball’s ACC Tournament
UNC Baseball didn’t leave Charlotte with a trophy, but it did take away something equally important in late May: answers. From a shaky weekend on the mound to a senior's breakout performance and multiple all-tournament selections, the Tar Heels' week in Charlotte revealed much about its potential, even if that potential remains to be fully realized. (
USA Today)
UNC Baseball needs deep outings from starting pitchers, beginning with Jason DeCaro in opener
UNC Baseball coach
Scott Forbes said the conversation is straightforward with his starting pitchers, and he does not see any benefit in tiptoeing around expectations. "You have to be honest with your players, 'Hey, man, we got to have you go deeper.' And if a kid takes that as too much pressure, then they’re not going to be able to perform at this level." (
Tar Heel Tribune)
Kane Kepley Has Unlocked Something Special Within Cubs' Farm System
Now that we're beyond the sample-size caveats of April,
Kane Kepley is growing impossible to ignore. The Chicago Cubs' No. 7 overall prospect and former Tar Heel outfielder is off to a very strong start to his 2026 season. Kepley was Chicago’s second-round pick in the 2025 MLB Draft. The Cubs selected the outfield prospect at 56th overall. (
North Side Baseball)
UNC's Regional Has Familair Foes, but Heels know they've Changed, too
For the 38th time in program history, North Carolina heard its name called on Selection Monday, earning the No. 5 national seed in the NCAA Baseball Tournament. The Tar Heels will host a regional for the third straight season, as they welcome Tennessee, East Carolina, and VCU to Chapel Hill with action beginning on Friday afternoon at Boshamer Stadium. (
TarHeel247)