Melkart Abou-Jaoude’s Steady Rise Reflects UNC’s Culture of Consistency

Posted Nov 6, 2025
During his Tuesday availability, UNC Football coach Bill Belichick highlighted defensive end Melkart Abou Jaoude’s growth as a reflection of UNC’s standard for preparation and self-improvement. "Nobody works harder than Melkart. He’s a very good worker in every phase of the game - training, lifting, conditioning, film, practice, and then applying it in games." (Sports Illustrated)

Related: Football, Football Recruiting

THT Newsletter: 5-Star Dylan Mingo Visiting, UNC Basketball Hosts Kansas, Cardinal Comes Calling
Five-star guard Dylan Mingo visits this weekend as UNC Basketball hosts Kansas, Carolina Football faces Stanford, Women’s Basketball hosts Elon and multiple recruits, Theo Pinson...
Thu Nov 6, 2025

Stanford’s Visit Renews High School Rivalry for UNC Linebacker Khmori House
Two years ago, Mater Dei took down St. John Bosco 35-7 to capture the CIF Southern Section Division I championship in a clash between two...
Thu Nov 6, 2025

Video: Coach's Corner with Bill Belichick - Episode 9 - Nov. 6, 2025
Jones Angell from the Tar Heel Sports Network checks in with North Carolina Football head coach Bill Belichick following the Tar Heels' 27-10 road victory...
Thu Nov 6, 2025

Bill Belichick among 9 coaching semifinalists for Pro Football Hall of Fame’s 2026 class
Six-time Super Bowl-winning head coach Bill Belichick and four other coaches who won Super Bowls are among nine semifinalists in the coach category for the...
Wed Nov 5, 2025