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Video: Bill Belichick Monday Pre-Miami Press Conference

North Carolina head football coach speaks with the media on Monday to look back at the Tar Heels' 31-30 overtime loss to Syracuse and to preview Saturday night's matchup against the No. 1 Miami Hurricanes at Kenan Stadium. (View Video)

North Carolina's Quarterback Challenge

Up until now, it’s clear the UNC Football staff believes is the best quarterback option to maximize this year. But we’re not talking about a team trying to contend for a college football playoff. So where’s the line to what Edwards can provide now versus one of the other quarterbacks potentially showing you what you have for next season? (Inside Carolina)

Video: IC Podcast - UNC Basketball Recruiting Debrief, Charlotte Exhibition Preview

As UNC Basketball prepares for its final exhibition of the preseason Tuesday vs. Charlotte, and his staff continue to roll out the red carpet for blue-chip recruits. With some of these targets setting decision dates, Inside Carolina's Sherrell McMillan, Sean Moran, and Joey Powell discuss it all. (View Video)

Alex Samodurov brings a different level of basketball experience to UNC’s frontcourt

Alex Samodurov is new to college basketball, but the Greek forward arrives with experience in a professional organization and international competition. His transition to UNC will involve learning a different game while finding ways to apply what he already knows. For , that makes Samodurov one of his more intriguing frontcourt pieces. (Keeping It Heel)

How Kevin Thomas Found His Way to UNC After LSU’s Coaching Change

After committing to LSU and coach Matt McMahon in November 2025, four-star basketball recruit could finally relax. Four months later, the stress-free ride came to a screeching halt when LSU fired McMahon and hired former NC State coach Will Wade. Once North Carolina reached out, Thomas knew he'd soon call Chapel Hill home. (TarHeel247)

UNC's Kate Harpring looks like the top freshman in women’s college basketball

Asked about the lone freshman on the UNC Women's Basketball roster this season, coach lit up at ACC Tip-Off, the conference’s annual media days. Her name is , a 5-foot-11 guard from Atlanta. On Saturday, October 24, the rest of the world got to see a sampling of what Harpring is capable of against elite competition. (USA Today)

Video: UNC Legend Joel Berry Tells His Side of the Luke Maye Game-Winner

UNC basketball legend and national champion joins The Twins Take Podcast to discuss championship glory, heartbreaking losses, unforgettable March Madness moments, his faith, the heartbreak of falling short, the legendary game-winner against Kentucky, untold stories from UNC’s championship run, and more. (View Video)

No. 23 UNC Volleyball Downs No. 15 Stanford In Five-Set Thriller

No. 23 UNC Volleyball (14-4, 9-1 ACC) defeated No. 15 Stanford (13-7, 6-4 ACC) on Sunday in a five-set thriller, 3-2 (25-17, 17-25, 20-25, 25-20, 15-11) at Carmichael Arena. The victory marked Carolina's first win over a ranked opponent this season and first over the Cardinal since 2015. With the win, UNC remains perfect at home, with a 7-0 record. (GoHeels.com)

North Carolina vs. Syracuse: Inches Away

After experiencing the thrills of late wins the past two weeks, UNC felt the pain of losing on the final play in Saturday's 31-30 overtime loss to Syracuse at Kenan Stadium. The Tar Heels took a seven-point lead in overtime before the Orange reached the end zone on 4th-and-goal and scored the game-winning 2-point conversion by the smallest of margins. (GoHeels.com)

UNC vs. Syracuse grades, snap counts: Derek McDonald leads the way

’s 82.8 defensive grade from Pro Football Focus was the highest of any UNC Football player in the 31-30 overtime loss to Syracuse, while quarterback Jr. finished near the bottom of the offensive rankings. The numbers show a Tar Heel team that leaned heavily on the pass and struggled most when Edwards was pressured. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Late-Game Shortcomings Lead To UNC Football's Overtime Loss To Syracuse

Syracuse would ultimately go on to stun North Carolina with a game-winning two-point conversion in overtime Saturday. But long before that development, it’s what the Tar Heels failed to do with their opportunities, such as the possessions immediately following those turnovers on downs, that left the door open for the Orange to mount their comeback. (Inside Carolina)

A summer with the Brazilian national team gave Taissa Queiroz a lesson in communication

Sophomore guard returned to UNC after spending August as part of the Brazilian national team. As she continues developing as a player, she brings more than just another basketball experience. She is bringing a new understanding of what it means to be a communicator and leader. The experience came with its own challenges, too. (Daily Tar Heel)

Video: Carolina Insider - UNC vs. Syracuse Postgame Reactions

and Adam Lucas from the Carolina Insider Podcast, break down North Carolina's disappointing 31-30 overtime loss to the Syracuse Orange on Saturday night in Kenan Stadium. (View Video)

Good, Bad, and Ugly Report: UNC vs. Syracuse

Death. Taxes. UNC spitting the bit in a meaningful football game. There were two things that made this one particularly painful: First, Carolina did not have back-breaking turnovers or key penalties; and second, Syracuse did not lead until the final play of the game. With that in mind, here is the same-as-ever-was edition of the Good, Bad, and Ugly Report. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Video: IC Podcast - Same Old Situation For UNC Football

Jason Staples, Buck Sanders, and Tommy Ashley of Inside Carolina discuss UNC's loss to Syracuse, the play of quarterback , the play calling of Bobby Petrino, growing concerns for the defense including the defensive line's heavy snap count load, injuries, and more. (View Video)
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Today In UNC History
October 26, 1895
On October 26, 1895, UNC fullback Joel Whitaker threw the first forward pass in football to his teammate George Stephens. The history-making throw happened in Atlanta where the Tar Heels were playing the Georgia Bulldogs. Whitaker was punting from the Carolina end zone and, to avoid the Georgia players charging him, tossed the ball forward.
October 26, 1984
On Oct. 26, 1984, a young basketball player named Michael Jordan stepped onto an NBA court for the first time. Jordan's first game with the Chicago Bulls was a win over the Washington Bullets. The final score of the game was 109-93, and Jordan scored 16 points, with six rebounds and seven assists.
October 26, 2019
UNC football coach Mack Brown wins his 73rd game at Carolina to pass Dick Crum for most wins in school history in a 20-17 victory over Duke in Chapel Hill.
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Chapel Hill, N.C.
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Sunday, October 25
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Boone, N.C.
 
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Tuesday, October 27
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Friday, October 30
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