UNC Women's Basketball

Complete coverage of North Carolina Tar Heels Women's Basketball.

No. 11 UNC Women's Basketball battles late but falls to No. 2 South Carolina in preseason test

UNC Women's Basketball dropped its lone preseason game Thursday, falling 91-82 to No. 2 South Carolina in Atlanta. The No. 11 Tar Heels stayed within reach late but couldn't erase an early deficit against one of the top teams in the country. UNC showed stretches of strong play in transition and at the rim, led by Indya Nivar, who scored 14 points. (TarHeel247)

Young Tar Heels flash, grit and growth, but UNC Women's Basketball can’t overcome No. 2 Gamecocks

The young No. 11 Tar Heels already knew they would get a significant preseason test against No. 2 South Carolina, and it got even tougher with two key players sitting on the bench. Preseason All-ACC pick Reniya Kelly and sophomore center Blanca Thomas missed the exhibition game as UNC battled the Gamecocks well at times before falling 91-82. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Video: UNC Women's Basketball Post-South Carolina Press Conference

North Carolina head women's basketball coach Courtney Banghart joins players Indya Nivar and Nyla Harris in speaking with reporters following the No. 11 Tar Heels' 91-82 exhibition loss to No. 2 South Carolina on Thursday night in Atlanta. (View Video)

Box Score: UNC Women's Basketball 82, South Carolina 91

View the complete box score from the No. 11 UNC Women's Basketball team's 91-82 exhibition loss to the No. 2 South Carolina Gamecocks on Thursday night in Atlanta, Georgia. (View Box Score)

Nyla Brooks finds new family with UNC Women's Basketball

The first time Nyla Brooks walked into Carmichael Arena, she felt something special. Months earlier, Brooks was committed to Tennessee. But when the Lady Vols fired head coach Kellie Harper, everything changed. Brooks reopened her recruitment. That’s when North Carolina head coach Courtney Banghart saw her chance, inviting Brooks to Chapel Hill. (Daily Tar Heel)

Lanie Grant looks to fill bigger offensive, leadership role for UNC Women's Basketball

UNC Women's Basketball has four freshmen. But the youngest player on the team is sophomore Lanie Grant. Despite that, Grant is set to take on a major role entering this season. She's molding into a leader for one of the country's youngest teams. "I think the experience that I gained last year was super special. I think that this year it's the same thing." (Daily Tar Heel)

No. 11 UNC Women's Basketball Heads To Atlanta For Exhibition vs. No. 2 South Carolina

No. 11 UNC Women's Basketball heads to Atlanta for an exhibition against No. 2 South Carolina on Thursday at State Farm Arena. UNC's lone preseason tilt will not be televised but can be heard over the airwaves on 97.9 FM/1360 AM WCHL, the Varsity Network App, or the GoHeels App. The teams meet for the first time since the 2024 NCAA Tournament. (GoHeels.com)

Sydney Barker brings new perspective to UNC Women's Basketball after coaching in Vietnam

A 15-minute conversation changed Sydney Barker's perspective. Throughout her freshman year, Barker continuously saw a flyer promoting Coach for College in Vietnam. Coach for College is a service program that brings together student-athletes from across the country to teach academics, sports, and life skills to disadvantaged children in Vietnam. (Daily Tar Heel)

Reniya Kelly looks to step up, lead UNC women's basketball this season

UNC Women's Basketball has a buddy system. They pair experienced players with newcomers, a system that is extremely important with six additions to the team this season. Reniya Kelly's buddy is sophomore Blanca Thomas. As one of only four upperclassmen on college basketball's eighth-youngest team, Kelly's leadership and experience is crucial. (Daily Tar Heel)

THT Newsletter: Still No Luka, Maximo Adams Update, Basketball Blasts WSSU, Halloween Football

UNC men’s basketball blasted Winston-Salem State, but Luka Bogavac is still waiting for clearance by the University. Four-star wing Maximo Adams is nearing the end of his recruitment, there’s Carolina Football on Halloween, Isaiah Denis introduces himself, Women's Basketball faces No. 2 South Carolina, football recruits are locked in, and more. (Tar Heel Times Newsletter)

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