Al’s Burger Shack Hailed as ‘Best Cheeseburger in North Carolina’

The website Fast Food Club named Al’s Burger Shack in Chapel Hill as the best cheeseburger in North Carolina in a new list, which sought the best cheeseburger in every state. Al’s Burger Shack was founded on National Cheeseburger Day in 2013 and has resided at its location at 516 West Franklin Street in downtown Chapel Hill ever since. (Chapelboro.com)

UNC pitcher Ryan Lynch drafted in the third round by San Diego Padres

The San Diego Padres selected UNC pitcher Ryan Lynch in the third round of the MLB Draft on Saturday, with the right-hander capping a two-season rise in Chapel Hill that featured big-game starts, a mid-90s fastball, and a wipeout slider. Lynch’s name had been rising all spring, and when the call came on Saturday it completed a rapid career arc. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Jason DeCaro selected by Pittsburgh Pirates in third round of MLB Draft

The Pittsburgh Pirates selected Jason DeCaro as the No. 80 overall pick in the third round of the MLB Draft on Saturday after a junior season at UNC when he combined heavy innings, swing-and-miss stuff, and a steady, process-driven approach. DeCaro’s ascent to the ace of the Tar Heels’ staff led to College World Series starts in multiple seasons. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Owen Hull Selected In Second Round of MLB Draft By Boston Red Sox

Following a standout junior season in Chapel Hill, Owen Hull has earned his shot at the pros. The Tar Heel center fielder heard his name called by the Boston Red Sox with the No. 67 overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft Saturday. Spearheading North Carolina’s offense this season, Hull led the Tar Heels in batting average (.393), OPS (1.115) and RBIs (87). (Inside Carolina)

Jake Schaffner drafted No. 20 overall by Boston Red Sox in MLB first round

Jake Schaffner was selected Saturday by Boston Red Sox as the No. 20 overall pick in the first round of the MLB Draft, capping a season that paired elite on-base skills with Gold Glove-level defense and postseason poise. Schaffner, No. 75 on the Top 250 prospects list, finished among UNC's leaders in batting average, on-base percentage, and stolen bases. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Diamond Heels in the minor leagues: Kane Kepley still rolling; good outings for Austin Love

Kane Kepley had a rare rough day on Thursday for the South Bend Cubs, but he’s had an incredible season in the High Class A Midwest League. Kepley leads the league in runs scored — he’s got 83. On July 5, Austin Love threw two scoreless innings (9th and 10th) to secure a 2-1 walk-off victory for Triple A Memphis against Charlotte on Thursday. (Salisbury Post)

Bulls' Wilson 'emotional,' dominant in 35-point summer league debut

Bulls rookie Caleb Wilson scored 35 points in his summer league debut, the second most in a Las Vegas debut since the event began in 2004. It was Wilson's first competitive game since Feb. 10, after his lone season at UNC ended in February with a broken wrist, and he said he cried before the game because he was so emotional to be back on the court. (ESPN)

Video: IC Podcast - Angelo Brizzi, UNC Recruiting in Las Vegas, Peach Jam Preview

As the UNC Basketball staff hits the recruiting trail for the summer evaluation periods, Inside Carolina's Sean Moran joins from EYBL Las Vegas, Sherrell McMillan previews next week's Adidas and Peach Jam events, and the guys analyze Angelo Brizzi's value to the Tar Heels. (View Video)

UNC baseball stars poised for 2026 MLB draft

Several North Carolina baseball players are expected to take the next step in their careers in the MLB draft. Five members of the Tar Heels' 2026 squad are expected to be drafted: Owen Hull, Jake Schaffner, Ryan Lynch, Jason DeCaro, and Gavin Gallaher. They all appeared in ESPN‘s final MLB Draft rankings and MLB's Top 250 Draft Prospects list. (USA Today)

Alexandria native Owen Hull expected to hear name called at MLB Draft

The next chapter of Owen Hull's baseball journey is just days away. The Alexandria, Virginia, native, who starred at Bishop Ireton High School before playing at George Mason and helping North Carolina reach the Men's College World Series championship series, is now waiting for the biggest moment of his career: the Major League Baseball Draft. (WJLA)

Video: Caleb Wilson goes off for 35 points in NBA Summer League debut - Highlights

Caleb Wilson, the Chicago Bulls' No. 4 overall draft pick, put on a spectacular scoring performance against the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday, setting a new record for most points in a Vegas Summer League debut, finishing with a game-high 35 points. Check out the highlights. (View Video)

Caleb Wilson breaks NBA Summer League record for debut with 35 points

Caleb Wilson was impressive in his first game in 150 days from the start, setting a record for points in an NBA Summer League opener with a 35-point show. Although his Chicago Bulls lost to the Memphis Grizzlies 97–96 on Friday in Las Vegas, the No. 4 pick outplayed former Duke star Cameron Boozer, the No. 3 pick, who had 23 points and six rebounds. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Carolina Swimming And Diving Places 21 On CSCAA Scholar All-America Teams

The University of North Carolina swimming and diving program placed 21 Tar Heels on the College Swimming & Diving Coaches Association of America (CSCAA) Scholar All-America teams. To qualify for first-team Scholar All-America, student-athletes must have earned a GPA of 3.5 or higher and participated in their national championship. (GoHeels.com)

UNC Football Schedule Lookahead: East Tennessee State

UNC Football's Sept. 12 game against East Tennessee State at Kenan Stadium is the Tar Heels’ only clear-cut favorite on a demanding schedule. The Buccaneers are an FCS program from the Southern Conference that went 7-5 and 5-3 in league play last season, finishing third in the SoCon. The Buccaneers ranked 15th nationally in total offense. (USA Today)

Video: Locked On Tar Heels - UNC, Luke Maye Create Unforgettable Elite-Eight Moment vs. UK

UNC Basketball fans reflect on their favorite memories, including the Tar Heels' 2017 Elite Eight win over Kentucky and Luke Maye’s legendary shot. Host Isaac Schade dives into R.J. Davis’ Smith Center scoring record, the electric Final Four showdown against Duke, and more. (View Video)

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