UNC Women’s Tennis Falls to No. 1 Georgia in NCAA Semifinals
Playing without ACC Player of the Year Reese Brantmeier, UNC struggled in its national semifinal match against No. 1 Georgia in Waco, TX Saturday. The Bulldogs controlled the match throughout and defeated the Tar Heels 4-0, ending Carolina’s season. UNC ends the season 27-5 overall, having won 12 matches in a row before Saturday’s defeat. (
Chapelboro.com)
Video: THI Podcast - What Are Realistic Expectations for Bill Belichick in Year One?
UNC Football kicks off the 2025 season in just over three months inside Kenan Stadium on Sept. 1 against TCU. It will mark the official start of the
Bill Belichick-era in Chapel Hill. Tar Heel Illustrated's Andrew Jones and Bryant Baucom ask the question: What are realistic expectations for UNC and Belichick in year one?
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Postgame Interviews: UNC Baseball Takes Florida State Series with 11-1 Rout
North Carolina's
Jason DeCaro went a strong six innings against the No. 2 Florida State Seminoles, striking out a season-high seven batters during the Tar Heels' 11-1, seven-inning run-rule win at Dick Howser Stadium. Inside Carolina's Grace Nugent and Tommy Ashley spoke to UNC head coach
Scott Forbes and DeCaro following the win. (
Inside Carolina)
Five things to know: Ryan Gerard
As a collegiate golfer at UNC, Ryan Gerard and his Tar Heel teammates tended to visit the driving range in the twilight hours. A notable presence often joined them on the range: former North Carolina basketball coach
Roy Williams, who led the Tar Heels to three titles in his esteemed career. The coach was wired to be the last one at the range. (
PGA Tour)
Offensive Barrage Secures UNC Baseball's Series Over No. 2 FSU
Behind five consecutive innings of runs, UNC Baseball took the series from No. 2 Florida State with a 11-1 seven-inning run-rule victory Friday (
Highlights). Tar Heel starter
Jason DeCaro went six innings, striking out seven and allowing one run. The Carolina offense overran the FSU pitching staff again, this time putting up double-digit runs on 13 hits. (
Inside Carolina)
UNC baseball run-rules No. 2 FSU, can win ACC regular-season title with Saturday victory
No. 4 North Carolina positioned itself to win the ACC regular-season title and the top seed in the ACC tournament with another dominant victory over No. 2 Florida State at Tallahassee, Fla. The Tar Heels poured on the offense to back dominant pitching from sophomore right-hander
Jason DeCaro to earn an 11–1 seven-inning run-rule victory Friday. (
Tar Heel Tribune)
UNC Softball Falls To Ohio State In Regional Opener
No. 4 seed Carolina softball fell to No. 3 seed Ohio State on Friday afternoon in game one of the Knoxville Regional. Tomorrow the Tar Heels will look to save their season, needing to win two games, first up will be Miami (OH) at 2:30 p.m. Should they win, they will face the loser of Tennessee/Ohio State for a berth into the regional championship game. (
GoHeels.com)
This Rare Air Jordan Sneaker Was Made for Michael Jordan’s Alma Mater
A new Air Jordan 9 “UNC” PE was shared by collector English Sole. Issued to University of North Carolina athletes during the 2024-25 season, it’s believed that only 50 pairs of this particular player exclusive were produced. The Air Jordan 9 was first released in 1993 during
Michael Jordan’s first retirement from the NBA. (
Yahoo! News)
Ryan Gerard, ex-UNC golfer contending at PGA Championship, has interesting history at Quail Hollow
The last time the PGA Championship came to Quail Hollow Club, in 2017, Ryan Gerard was moving into his freshman dorm at UNC. Six months later, Gerard and his Tar Heel teammates found themselves standing on Quail’s 18th tee for what seemed like the hundredth time. The NCAA Championship at Karsten Creek was around the corner. (
NBC Sports)
Top 3 Basketball Tar Heels From Before 1940
Jack Cobb was the 1926 National Player of the Year, three-time All-America in 1924, 1925, and 1926, three-time All-Southern Conference in 1924, 1925, and 1926, recipient of the Patterson Medal in 1927, in the Helms Foundation Hall of Fame, and has his Jersey retired by UNC. Cobb averaged 15 points per game when the Tar Heels averaged 35. (
Tar Heel Illustrated)
Seven Tar Heels Tabbed IWLCA All-South Region
UNC Women's Lacrosse had seven Tar Heels tabbed All-South Region, the Intercollegiate Women's Lacrosse Coaches Association (IWLCA) announced on Friday. Sam Forrest, Ashley Humphrey, Chloe Humphrey, and Brooklyn Walker-Welch claimed first-team recognition, while Betty Nelson, Eliza Osburn, and Ellie Traggio were named second team. (
GoHeels.com)
Bill Belichick on coaching at UNC: "I learn every day"
Bill Belichick discussed his new college team, what he has learned the most in his transition from the NFL, and more, during an
interview with "Good Morning America" on Friday. While promoting his new book, "The Art of Winning," the six-time Super Bowl champion said he has learned "every day" since becoming the Tar Heels' head coach in December. (
ESPN.com)
UNC David Ford A Finalist For Haskins Award
North Carolina senior David Ford is one of 10 finalists for the 2025 Fred Haskins Award, given to the top male collegiate golfer as voted on by college golfers, coaches, and members of the media. Ford is the No. 1-ranked player in the country and is No. 1 in the PGA TOUR University standings. Ford tied the career record for wins by a Tar Heel with seven. (
GoHeels.com)
Jaydon Young Brings Drive To Win, Adaptability To Carolina Basketball
Virginia Tech transfer
Jaydon Young, now a 6-foot-4 guard who committed to North Carolina through the transfer portal with two seasons of eligibility left, grew up with a willingness to win. Regardless of his role or what his coaches ask of him, he answers the call. "??He's a fierce competitor," his father said, "and he's gonna always play the right way." (
Inside Carolina)
T.J. Jaworsky Looks Back At His Storied UNC Wrestling Career
A three-time NCAA champion in perhaps the most physically grueling sport there is. Most Outstanding Wrestler in the NCAA Tournament. National Wrestler of the Year. Undefeated senior season. Given that list of accomplishments, it is fair to include
T.J. Jaworsky, 30 years after his final college match, as one of the finest to ever compete at UNC. (
GoHeels.com)