UNC Baseball Wins Thursday Night Thriller Over Duke

Posted Apr 4, 2025
Perry Hargett's hustle and Alex Madera's crazy double play secured a 4-3 win for the Diamond Heels on Thursday against Duke. The Tar Heels found themselves in a bases-loaded pickle in the ninth with no outs and a two-run lead when Walker McDuffie entered. The freshman got the first out before an unbelievable effort from Madera sealed the win. (GoHeels.com)

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