Meet Holden Geriner: What UNC Football Will Face at Quarterback Against Pitt

The Pitt Panthers have been one of the ACC's most productive offenses, averaging 38.4 points and 478 yards per game. But they will move forward without starting quarterback Mason Heintschel, who suffered a torn ACL against Virginia Tech and will miss the rest of the season. That puts the offense in the hands of fifth-year quarterback Holden Geriner. (Tar Heel Blue)

Achol Akot brings versatility, deep March run mission to UNC Women's Basketball

UNC Women's Basketball has plenty of talented newcomers, but one of the most versatile and experienced is Achol Akot, who is hungry for a memorable NCAA tournament run. The senior forward, who grew up in Canada, can mix it up inside and guard anyone on the court. Akot earned All-Big 12 honorable mention at Oklahoma State last season. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Bill Belichick explains how he handles losses as UNC Football prepares for Pitt

“They all, they hurt,” Bill Belichick said of the losses. “You put a lot into something and you don't get the results, it's not a good feeling. “That’s the way every competitor feels. What could I have done better?” Belichick said. “You start the process again next week, turn the page.” The challenge only grows tougher as the Tar Heels get deeper into October. (MSN.com)

Faraji Ramani learned soccer in a refugee camp, now he has his first collegiate goal

On the dirt field where Faraji Ramani grew up playing soccer, boundary lines are painted on just half the pitch. Thirty-five players share one ball, each one reusing their jersey every day and washing it every night. That is football at Dzaleka Refugee Camp in Malawi. In an area originally meant for 12,000 refugees, more than 50,000 people reside. (Daily Tar Heel)

Video: Locked On Tar Heels - Matt Able's Playmaking and Shooting Potential

With Matt Able poised for an expanded role with UNC Basketball, Isaac Schade explores how his underutilized skills could redefine the Tar Heels’ backcourt alongside Neoklis Avdalas and Terrence Brown. (View Video)

Round Of The Day Leads UNC Men's Golf To 4th-Place Finish At Fighting Irish Classic

Carson Bertagnole and Niall Sheils Donegan shot under par in the third round to finish in the top eight and lead UNC Men's Golf to a fourth-place finish in the Fighting Irish Classic Monday at Notre Dame's Warren Golf Course. The Tar Heels climbed two spots in the field by shooting the only sub-par round on Monday among the 14 teams in the field. (GoHeels.com)

UNC LB Coach Jamie Collins Pre-Pitt Press Conference Video & Takeaways

UNC inside linebackers coach Jamie Collins met with reporters Monday as the Tar Heels prepare for their noon matchup at Pittsburgh on Saturday. Few know Bill Belichick better than Collins, who played under him with the New England Patriots and now coaches alongside him. Collins said he has seen Belichick change quite a bit since joining the Tar Heels. (TarHeel247)

Sharpshooting sophomore Nyla Brooks poised for breakout season

Even with an influx of newcomers, Nyla Brooks is poised for a breakout sophomore season. She doesn’t plan to be shy about it, saying Monday at ACC Tipoff at the Hilton Charlotte Uptown that, “If I break out, I break out, which I plan to do.” The shooting touch that made her a weapon was not something many people expected when she arrived. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Jaden Jefferson Named ACC Football Specialist Of The Week

After scoring the Tar Heels' first kickoff return for a touchdown since 2024, North Carolina freshman Jaden Jefferson has been named the the ACC Specialist of the Week. On his first collegiate touch, Jefferson returned the second-half kickoff against Notre Dame 98 yards for a touchdown, which tied for the sixth-longest in program history. (GoHeels.com)

Video: Carolina Insider - Interview With UNC Freshman Guard Malloy Smith

UNC Basketball freshman guard Malloy Smith, son of Tar Heel legend Kenny Smith, joins Jones Angell and Adam Lucas on the Carolina Insider podcast for an interview to talk about the upcoming season. (View Video)

UNC Women's Basketball ACC Tipoff Press Conference and Interviews

Video and complete transcript from the press conference for UNC Women's Basketball during ACC Tipoff in Charlotte on Monday, with Coach Courtney Banghart, Achol Akot, and Nyla Brooks, plus videos of breakout room interviews. "We felt like we’ve had some really sustained success, and we feel like we’re ready to take another step on that climb." (Tar Heel Tribune)

UNC Football Game At Duke Set For 3:30 Kickoff On ESPN2

The ACC and its TV partners have announced that the 2026 edition of the Battle for the Victory Bell on Saturday, Oct. 17, at Duke will kick off at 3:30 p.m. on ESPN2. It will be the 113th meeting between the Tar Heels and Blue Devils, as Carolina owns a 66-42-4 advantage in the all-time series. UNC owns a 2-2 record, while Duke is 4-0 and 1-0 in the ACC. (GoHeels.com)

Michael Jordan’s historic $10 million gift honors mother, expands UNC School of Social Work’s impact

In honor of his mother, Deloris P. Jordan, Michael Jordan has made a $10 million commitment to the UNC School of Social Work. The largest gift in the School of Social Work’s history will expand the reach and impact of the Global Social Development Innovations Center, renamed the Deloris P. Jordan Global Social Development Innovations Center. (UNC.edu)

Video: Bill Belichick Monday Football Pre-Pittsburgh Press Conference

North Carolina head football coach Bill Belichick speaks with the media on Monday to review the Tar Heels' game against Notre Dame and look ahead to Saturday's noon matchup against the Pitt Panthers in Pittsburgh. (View Video)

Carolina Olympic Sports Weekly: Sept. 28 - Oct. 4

It was a strong week across UNC Olympic sports, with several programs continuing impressive stretches. Women’s soccer remained perfect in ACC play, volleyball improved to 4-0 in the ACC, men’s soccer extended its win streak, and field hockey continued its run. Here is a look back at the week across Carolina Olympic sports and what is coming up. (Tar Heel Blue)

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