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North Carolina Baseball 2026 Season Preview

UNC Baseball's first test is the Indiana Hoosiers, a team that finished 32-24 last season. Golden Spikes Preseason Selection Jake Hanley anchors them. Friday will be the first baseball matchup between UNC and Indiana, as the historic basketball programs have never met on the diamond. UNC meets ECU in a 3-game series a week from opening day. (TarHeel247)

Video: Heels on the Diamond - UNC Baseball Pitching Rotation, Season Schedule, Indiana Preview

In this episode, we discuss UNC Baseball's projected pitching rotation, how the Tar Heels' pitching staff could shape up to start the season, bullpen depth, the full 2026 season schedule and key matchups, this weekend's season-opening series against Indiana, and more. (View Video)

Recruiting to UNC Baseball: An Interview with Assistant Coach Scott Jackson

UNC Baseball assistant coach Scott Jackson knows Carolina, knows Scott Forbes and knows college baseball recruiting as well as anyone in the game. Jackson serves as the Tar Heels' recruiting coordinator in addition to his on-field duties as first base coach. His return from Liberty two seasons ago has strengthened the bonds between staff and players. (Inside Carolina)

Carolina Insider Podcast: Caleb Wilson Injury, Pitt Preview, Scott Forbes, Sydney Seabrooks

Caleb Wilson has a fractured hand leaving his and UNC Basketball's season in doubt (1:32). The Tar Heels suffered a letdown at Miami (11:43) and now host Pitt looking to bounce back (23:00). Baseball season starts today and coach Scott Forbes preview the year (29:33). And star freshman gymnast Sydney Seabrooks joins (50:50). (Listen To Podcast)

Diamond Heels 2026 Batting Preview

On UNC Baseball media day, Coach Scott Forbes listed who would start in seven of nine positions if the season had started that day. Six are new faces to the program this year. Despite saying things may be different when Indiana visits on Friday, we will use his original list as a base for discussion. Here are the seven players in the batting order he mentioned. (TarHeel247)

UNC Baseball's outfield is a mixed bag of talent and depth

With departing talent and a fresh crop of outfielders, UNC Baseball's outfield is rebuilt but still ready to compete. The preseason No. 11 Diamond Heels are projected to see one transfer portal addition, one freshman and one unnamed returnee patrol the outfield for the 2026 season. The key is that UNC has depth at its disposal, especially in the outfield. (Daily Tar Heel)

UNC Catcher Macon Winslow’s Fresh Start in Carolina Blue

North Carolina junior catcher Macon Winslow arrived in Chapel Hill via the transfer portal from Duke, but his connection to Carolina runs deeper than a simple roster move. Winslow has been close with fellow Diamond Heel Gavin Gallaher since childhood, so close that he once lived with Gallaher's family during high school, and lives with him again now. (TarHeel247)

Matthew Matthijs Returns, Takes on Captain Role for UNC Baseball

Matthew Matthijs has never been the loudest guy, but entering 2026, he doesn't have to be. UNC Baseball's senior right-hander was named a team captain this preseason, a role coach Scott Forbes says reflects years of growth. "Gavin Gallaher and Matthew Matthijs are our two captains this year. They aren't our only leaders, but they are our captains." (TarHeel247)

UNC Baseball 2026 Pitching Preview

Despite the massive turnover seen with the batting order, the Diamond Heels were able to keep a steady staff of pitchers for 2026. Returning arms like Jason DeCaro, Matthew Matthijs, and Walker McDuffie anchor the crew of slingers looking to improve upon last season's ACC-best 3.47 ERA. So let's get familiar with the Tar Heels' pitchers this season. (TarHeel247)

Video: This Week in UNC Baseball with Scott Forbes - Opening Weekend

UNC Baseball season opens Friday with Indiana coming to Boshamer Stadium for a three-game series. It's the first time the Tar Heels and Hoosiers have met on the diamond. Inside Carolina's Grace Nugent and Tommy Ashley spoke with UNC coach Scott Forbes to discuss opening day and the lead-up to the 2026 season. (View Video)

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