Video: IC Podcast - UNC Football Depth Chart A Work in Progress
Football analyst Jason Staples joins Tommy Ashley of Inside Carolina to discuss the second day of media availability for UNC Football practice, the quarterback group's potential, early defensive starters, the Tar Heels' emphasis on speed and athleticism, and more.
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Fri Aug 7
UNC Football Seeking Linebacker Depth
The linebacker position could present the most uncertainty on the
UNC Football roster. "We had like 4% play time returning at that position; literally, almost none,"
Bill Belichick said. "So, it's been a total makeover." The revamping mostly took place at the top, with
Derek McDonald transferring from Syracuse and
Peyton Seelmann from Richmond. (
TarHeel247)
Preview: UNC men's soccer schedule features tests and homestand
As UNC men’s soccer looks toward the 2026 season, the Tar Heels will prepare for a schedule featuring early road tests, an extended homestand and a challenging slate of ACC opponents. They come off a 9-5-6 season that ended in the second round of the NCAA Tournament against Maryland. October brings several of UNC’s toughest tests. (
Daily Tar Heel)
Kane Kepley promoted to Double-A in Chicago Cubs' farm system
Kane Kepley is one step closer to fulfilling his lifelong dream of playing in the big leagues. After impressing in High-A, the former Tar Heel center fielder is now set to take on the next challenge of his professional baseball career. The Chicago Cubs believe he is ready for promotion to AA, putting him one step closer to calling Wrigley Field his future home. (
Keeping It Heel)
UNC hires outside lawyers to assist with Michael Lombardi investigation
Bill Belichick spoke to the media Thursday for the first time after new developments surfaced in the investigation into UNC football's general manager, Michael Lombardi. The University of North Carolina has hired at least three outside lawyers to help with its investigation into Lombardi, who was placed on paid administrative leave last week. (
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Video: TarHeel247 Podcast - John Henson, David Sisk On UNC Basketball's Big Man Hunt
College basketball recruiting analyst David Sisk joins former UNC and NBA forward
John Henson to share the latest scoop on Michael Malone’s search for a big man to complete his
2026-27 Tar Heel basketball roster, including where things stand with
Micah Handlogten, Duke Brennan,
Cameron Fens, and
2027 recruits.
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Thu Aug 6
Former UNC Outfielder Skye Bolt Added to UNCG Baseball Coaching Staff
UNC Greensboro (UNCG) baseball Coach Cody Ellis has announced the hiring of
Skye Bolt to his coaching staff. Bolt joins the Spartans as an assistant coach, bringing Major League Baseball experience and a strong background in hitting instruction, player development, and mentorship. Prior to his professional career, Bolt was a standout at UNC. (
UNCG Spartans)
UNC Men's Basketball To Face West Virginia In Charlotte
UNC Men's Basketball will play West Virginia on Friday, Nov. 27, in Charlotte in the Dick Vitale Invitational. The Charlotte Sports Foundation and ESPN will host the game at the Spectrum Center (tip time TBA). This will be the sixth game between UNC and West Virginia and the first since Dec. 21, 1965. The Mountaineers have won all five previous games. (
GoHeels.com)
UNC Kicker Rece Verhoff Returns to Practice; Bill Belichick Addresses Eligibility Situation
Less than 24 hours after UNC Football announced that
Rece Verhoff was back with the team, the fifth-year kicker was on the practice field Thursday going through drills. Verhoff, who was granted a fifth season after a Colorado court ruling by Judge Charlotte Sweeney gave class of 2022 athletes a fifth season, was the Tar Heels' leading scorer in 2025. (
TarHeel247)
2026-27 UNC Women’s Basketball Non-Conference Schedule Breakdown
Last week, UNC Women's Basketball released the non-league portion of the
2026-27 schedule, a 14-game slate to complement the soon-to-be-announced ACC portion of the docket. Carolina has assembled a quality non-conference lineup that will position the Tar Heels to host in the NCAA Tournament and run its Sweet 16 streak to three years. A few notes: (
GoHeels.com)
Video: UNC Football Thursday Post-Practice Player Interviews
North Carolina wide receiver Trech Kekahuna, linebacker
Derek McDonald, defensive back
Kaleb Cost, and offensive lineman
Andrew Threatt speak with the media on Thursday following the Tar Heels' seventh practice of preseason training camp.
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Thu Aug 6
Houston Dash Midfielder Linda Ullmark Named NWSL Rookie of the Month
Former UNC and current Houston Dash midfielder Linda Ullmark was named NWSL Rookie of the Month for July. Ullmark recorded an assist against the Washington Spirit on July 3 before scoring her first NWSL goal and adding an assist in a 2-2 draw with Denver Summit FC. Ullmark capped the month with a dramatic game-winning goal against Bay FC. (
Houston Dash)
From LT to Kobe: Bill Belichick discusses defending generational talent
Bill Belichick is known for often giving short answers, but he often expounds on certain subjects that aren’t directly team-related expansively. That was the case during
Thursday’s press conference at the Kenan Football Center when he talked about changing schemes to stop star players, using examples that spanned football, basketball, and beyond. (
Tar Heel Tribune)
Why UNC Believes WR Mason Humphrey Can Be the Perfect Complement to Jordan Shipp
Jordan Shipp established himself as the Tar Heels' top receiver during his sophomore season. But for Bobby Petrino's offense to reach its ceiling, the Tar Heels need another wide receiver capable of consistently threatening opposing defenses.
Bill Belichick and Petrino believe Lehigh transfer
Mason Humphrey can become the ideal complement to Shipp. (
TarHeel247)
Video: Bill Belichick Thursday Training Camp Press Conference
North Carolina head football coach
Bill Belichick speaks with the media on Thursday to discuss the Tar Heels' preseason training camp progress, player updates, defensive coordinator Steve Belichick's medical leave, and more.
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Thu Aug 6