Erik Paulsen’s 2 HRs, Jackson Rose’s pitching lift UNC Baseball to run-rule win over VCU

Posted Feb 25, 2026
Led by four hits and two home runs from Stony Brook transfer Erik Paulsen, the Tar Heels blasted three long balls in a 13-3 seven-inning victory over VCU at Boshamer Stadium on Wednesday, their fourth run-rule win of the season (Highlights). The Tar Heels (8–1–1) also got an impressive relief outing from freshman left-hander Jackson Rose. (Tar Heel Tribune)

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