UNC Baseball Downs Gardner-Webb, 5-2
Solid defense has been one of the keys to No. 15 UNC Baseball's success, with the run-saving efforts and incredible range of the outfielders justifiably getting plenty of attention. The Tar Heels’ infield also has plenty of range, and
Alex Madera has been a bit part of that at second base. He did it again Tuesday in a 5-2 win (
Highlights) over Gardner-Webb. (
Tar Heel Tribune)
David Ford Named To Second Palmer Cup Team
The Golf Coaches Association of America has selected UNC junior David Ford to represent the United States in the 2024 Arnold Palmer Cup, the second straight year Ford will be competing in the international amateur golf event. The Palmer Cup is July 5-7 at Lahinch Golf Club in Lahinch, Ireland. Ford recently helped UNC win the 2024 ACC Championship. (
GoHeels.com)
Video: IC Podcast - Seth Trimble Staying at UNC
North Carolina junior
Seth Trimble has decided to withdraw his name from the transfer portal and remain at UNC for his junior season. The Inside Carolina crew of Sherrell McMillan, Sean Moran, and Joey Powell break down what the decision means for
Hubert Davis and the North Carolina Tar Heels basketball team.
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RJ Davis reportedly returning for fifth season at North Carolina
According Matt Norlander of CBS Sports, senior guard
R.J. Davis will return to UNC for a fifth season, becoming the first All-American first-team selection to return for another season since
Tyler Hansbrough led the Tar Heels to the 2009 NCAA title. If he matches his 784 points from last season, he would finish tied with Hansbrough on UNC's all-time scoring list. (
Tar Heel Tribune)
Alyssa Ustby's All-Around Excellence Earns Tatum Award
Women's basketball standout
Alyssa Ustby has been named the 2023-24 recipient of the
Jim Tatum Memorial Award. Established in 1959 in honor of UNC football coach James M. Tatum, the award is presented annually to a "varsity intercollegiate athlete who has performed with distinction in their sport and who has contributed to the University community..." (
GoHeels.com)
Seth Trimble exits transfer portal, will return to North Carolina
It was a quick roundtrip in the transfer portal for
Seth Trimble, who said his "heart and soul belong in Chapel Hill." Fourteen days after entering the portal, the UNC guard pulled his name and will return to Chapel Hill for his junior season. He made the announcement in an
Instagram post on Tuesday. "I’ve taken time to realize where my home is." (
Tar Heel Tribune)
Chansky’s Notebook: Down the Line
Between interviews of quarterbacks
Conner Harrell and
Max Johnson after UNC's Spring Game, defensive lineman
Jahvaree Ritzie strode into the press conference still wearing his uniform pants. The 6-5 senior with the pleasant personality gave some hints on how the Tar Heels will improve against the run this season after finishing 12th in the ACC in 2023. (
Chapelboro.com)
Seth Trimble Withdrawing from Transfer Portal, Returning to UNC
In the end, Chapel Hill is still where
Seth Trimble wanted to be. Two weeks after entering the transfer portal, the sophomore guard is withdrawing from the portal and staying at UNC, he announced Tuesday. "I've taken time to realize where my home is. After much consideration, I've decided my heart and soul belong in Chapel Hill. Tar Heel Nation, let's work." (
Inside Carolina)
This Week in UNC Baseball: Pitching Decisions, Season Grind Continues
The North Carolina baseball team opens its last homestand of the season on Tuesday night against Gardner-Webb, before Virginia Tech come to Boshamer Stadium for the weekend ACC series. Coach
Scott Forbes discusses how the Tar Heels handled losing a close series to NC State, critical pitching decisions, and handling the grind of long season. (
Inside Carolina)
Plans for Michael Jordan museum in Wilmington scrapped
Plans for a
Michael Jordan museum in downtown Wilmington announced last year appear to have rimmed out. According to a news release from New Hanover County government, "The (Jordan) family has decided not to pursue a Jordan Family Museum at this time." Jordan, a Wilmington native, is considered by many the greatest basketball player ever. (
Wilmington Star News)
UNC outfielder Vance Honeycutt the only player in ACC baseball history to join 50-70 club
After two, tough-luck losses against North Carolina State Thursday and Friday, the North Carolina baseball team finally downed its longtime rival in major fashion Saturday, winning 14-3 behind a much-improved pitching performance and the deadly offense. The greatest offensive storyline, as is usually the case, was star center fielder
Vance Honeycutt. (
Tar Heels Wire)
Video: Locked On Tar Heels - Harrison Ingram is gone, right?! Koby Brea lists UNC in final 5
On Saturday, UNC junior
Harrison Ingram announced his intent to enter the NBA Draft. However, on Monday, Jon Rothstein posted that Ingram was maintaining his college eligibility despite not hinting at that initially. Koby Brea included the Tar Heels in his final five, and Cliff Omoruyi has scheduled visits to Kansas State and Alabama.
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Bubble gum to low-calorie ice cream: A look inside the Diamond Heels' pantries
Every Diamond Heel has a different preference for fueling up. Outfielder
Vance Honeycutt enjoys pre-game smoothies upon arrival at the facility. Out in the bullpen, pitcher
Aidan Haugh mentioned how he and others are always grazing on fruit snacks or applesauce pouches. Off the field,
Alberto Osuna has had the strictest diet plan on the team. (
Daily Tar Heel)
UNC Baseball Opens Homestand With Gardner-Webb Tuesday
UNC Baseball opens a 10-game homestand against Gardner-Webb at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, April 23. The contest precedes a return to ACC play later this week with a three-game series against Virginia Tech beginning on Friday night. Before the exam break, the homestand continues with midweek games against Charlotte (April 30) and William & Mary (May 1). (
GoHeels.com)
Video: Conversation With Roy Williams At USBW Banquet
Former North Carolina head men's basketball coach
Roy Williams was the featured speaker at the United States Basketball Writers banquet in St. Louis recently. Williams got to 900 wins faster than any college coach in history, won 3 national titles, and spoke with KSDK News about his basketball coaching journey.
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