UNC Men's Basketball Opens ACC Play vs. Georgia Tech Saturday - Pregame Notes
UNC Basketball looks to end a three-game slide when it hosts its ACC opener on Saturday vs. Georgia Tech at 2 p.m. (ACC Network). North Carolina is 57-14 in ACC openers and 63-8 in home ACC openers. The Tar Heels are 72-28 vs. Georgia Tech, including 32-6 in Chapel Hill. UNC has led for only 11:11 out of 165 minutes in the last four games. (
GoHeels.com)
Why UNC interviewing Bill Belichick is just a giant publicity stunt
Hit up any major sports website right now and you'll see the news that Bill Belichick interviewed for the UNC Football head coaching position. Let's be clear: this is not happening. It's all a publicity stunt, part of the carefully orchestrated dance that is a coaching search. Let's look at why the interview with the Tar Heels is a mutually beneficial exercise. (
CBS Sports)
Video: Ian Jackson Podcast - UNC Freshman Discusses Season So Far, James Brown Joins
Tar Heel Basketball freshman
Ian Jackson returns to host his "Captain Jack Show" alongside co-host Pat Wavyy and freshman teammate
James Brown to discuss the start to their freshman seasons at UNC, adjustments they've had to make, favorite college moments so far, and more.
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North Carolina vs. Georgia Tech Basketball Preview: Tar Heels Look To Reverse Tailspin
Georgia Tech has split its last six basketball games, with losses to Georgia (77-69) and Top-25 opponents Cincinnati (81-58) and Oklahoma (76-61). The Yellow Jackets' best victory this season, according to KenPom, came against No. 283 Charleston Southern (91-67). Their remaining three wins are against teams ranked outside KenPom's top 300. (
Inside Carolina)
Video: Theo Pinson Interviews Brice Johnson
Two former North Carolina Basketball greats sit down for an in-depth conversation, as former Tar Heel guard
Theo Pinson interviews former teammate
Brice Johnson on Pinson's "Run Your Race" podcast. The two share some great UNC behind-the-scenes stories, discuss the 2016 national championship game, and much more.
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UNC Basketball vs. Georgia Tech: Prediction and scouting report
The No. 20 Tar Heels (4-4) will try to get back on track against Georgia Tech (4-4) on Saturday at the Smith Center. Prediction: UNC 88, Georgia Tech 78. Carolina is 27-5 at the Smith Center against Georgia Tech. UNC needs to show it’s capable of taking down a high-major opponent. The Tar Heels have problems, but the Jackets seem to have a few more. (
Fayetteville Observer)
Where does Chapel Hill rank among the top college towns in the country?
We already know that Chapel Hill, North Carolina is among the elite college towns in America, but just how highly does Blue Heaven rank on the list? Andy Katz revealed his top 10 college towns, which obviously include North Carolina. Chapel Hill came in at No. 4 on the list, as it is the only ACC college community represented among the top 10. (
Keeping It Heel)
UNC Women’s Soccer Routs Duke, 3-0, To Advance To National Title Game
For the 28th time in program history, UNC Women's Soccer will play in the national championship match. No. 2-seeded North Carolina blanked No. 1 seed Duke, 3-0, Friday in the NCAA College Cup semifinals at WakeMed Soccer Park in Cary (
Highlights). It was the fourth meeting between the teams this year, with UNC winning both postseason matches. (
GoHeels.com)
Why Bill Belichick to North Carolina isn't a totally wild idea
Know this: Bill Belichick as a college head coach at a place already as appealing as UNC would cause a seismic shift in recruiting. Getting to the NFL is the No. 1 goal, or close to the No. 1 goal, for every great college football player. Who better to play for than the GOAT of pro football? Belichick the "recruiter" would get talented, dedicated players at UNC. (
Yahoo! Sports)
UNC Volleyball Keeps Dancing With NCAA First-Round Win Over Yale
UNC Volleyball rebounded from a first-set defeat against Yale in the opening round of the NCAA Tournament on Friday night, winning the next three sets to beat the Bulldogs and earn the Tar Heels' first NCAA Tournament win in eight years (
Highlights). UNC faces either No. 1 seed and quadrant host Penn State or Delaware State on Saturday night at 6:30. (
Chapelboro.com)
Video: Carolina Insider - Interview with Maddie Dahlien
UNC Women's Soccer standout Maddie Dahlien joins
Jones Angell and Adam Lucas in the Carolina Insider podcast studio to discuss the Tar Heels' season, how Carolina has prepared her for her stint with Team USA, Friday's Final Four matchup against Duke, and more.
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Report: Second Meeting Between Coach Bill Belichick and UNC
Furthering the intrigue around Bill Belichick and the UNC football coaching job, representatives from the university again met with Belichick on Thursday in Manhattan, according to sources. These talks with UNC align with what sources have said about Belichick, who doesn't want to be shut out of a coaching job for a second straight hiring cycle. (
CBS Sports)
Chansky’s Notebook: An ACC Breather
Georgia Tech is a sight for sore Tar Heel eyes. In past seasons, UNC has begun its ACC basketball schedule with tougher teams than the Yellow Jackets. Last season, it was Florida State at home. Carolina and Georgia Tech have the same 4-4 record, but GT has lost to North Florida, Georgia,
Wes Miller’s Cincinnati, and Oklahoma, all by double figures. (
Chapelboro.com)
Video: Car Wash Convos with UNC Quarterback Max Johnson
Kicking off another episode of "Car Wash Convos" with UNC quarterback
Max Johnson and host Kaitlyn Schmidt. Max talks about growing up with an NFL dad, his perfect post-game meal, advice for aspiring athletes, and more. You won’t want to miss it!
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UNC Women's Basketball Notebook: Maria Gakdeng’s Milestone, UNC’s Stifling Defense, and More
In two games since returning from injury, the payoff in
Maria Gakdeng's recovery time has been visible. The senior scored a season-high 16 points and grabbed nine rebounds in North Carolina's 72-53 win against No. 14 Kentucky on Thursday. Last week, she recorded a double-double against North Carolina Central with 10 points, and 11 rebounds. (
Inside Carolina)