Chansky’s Notebook: Chapel Ben

Chapel Hill’s Ben Griffin has won his first PGA Tour championship. The former East Chapel Hill High and All-ACC golfer for the Tar Heels teamed with old friend Andrew Novak to win the PGA’s only team event in the New Orleans Zurich Classic that supports survivors of Hurricane Katrina. Griffin’s 35-foot birdie putt on the next to last hole sealed it. (Chapelboro.com)

Omarion Hampton Elated For 'Dream Come True' With LA Chargers

Former UNC running back Omarion Hampton held his introductory press conference Friday after being drafted 22nd overall by the Los Angeles Chargers. He was the second running back selected in the first round, behind Boise State's Ashton Jeanty. Hampton became UNC's highest-drafted running back since Ethan Horton, who went No. 15 in 1985. (Inside Carolina)

Eight UNC Women’s Basketball Players Earn Spots On All-ACC Academic Team

Coming off of a 2024-25 season where UNC Women's Basketball reached its 19th Sweet 16, eight Tar Heels shined in the classroom by earning spots on the All-ACC Academic Team. Lexi Donarski, Maria Gakdeng, Lanie Grant, Laila Hull, Reniya Kelly, Blanca Thomas, Ciera Toomey, and Alyssa Ustby all earned recognition for their work in the classroom. (GoHeels.com)

Diamond Heels tie season-high ranking in D1 Baseball poll

North Carolina tied for its highest ranking of the season at No. 4 in the D1 Baseball Top 25 rankings released on Monday morning. UNC (33–10, 15–9 ACC) also was ranked No. 4 on March 3 after never being ranked higher than No. 5 last season when the Tar Heels made the College World Series. Carolina remained No. 3 in the Baseball America Top 25 rankings. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Patriots' 2025 draft class shows commitment to QB Drake Maye

When the New England Patriots selected running back TreVeyon Henderson in the second round of the NFL Draft, it highlighted their significant draft investment around quarterback Drake Maye. That includes LSU offensive tackle Will Campbell (first round), Washington State receiver Kyle Williams (third round), and Georgia center Jared Wilson (third round). (ESPN.com)

UNC Baseball Powers Past Pitt, Claims Sixth Straight ACC Series

This road series at Pittsburgh was vital for UNC Baseball, and the Tar Heels got the job done. Friday’s 15-5 rout highlighted the most explosive form of the Tar Heel offense. However, on Saturday, that same offense was unable to string hits together in a 4-2 loss. Sunday, behind a strong start by Jason DeCaro, UNC claimed its sixth straight ACC series. (Inside Carolina)

Former UNC basketball assistant Steve Robinson retires: 'He has no weaknesses. He’s incredible'

Former UNC and Kansas assistant basketball coach Steve Robinson, who spent eight years in Lawrence and 18 seasons in Chapel Hill as a member of Roy Williams’ coaching staff, announced his retirement at age 67. Robinson was head coach at Tulsa (1995-97) and Florida State (1997-2002) and spent the past four seasons as an assistant at Arizona. (Yahoo! Sports)

Bubba Cunningham Expects Improved Roster Management to Bring 'Consistency' For UNC Basketball

UNC athletic director Bubba Cunningham acknowledged on the Carolina Insider podcast this week with Jones Angell and Adam Lucas the wide-ranging results UNC Basketball has seen the last few seasons. He believes the task of the general manager to improve roster construction will help the Tar Heels reach and stay at their standard moving forward. (Inside Carolina)

No. 1 UNC Women’s Lacrosse Claims ACC Title In A Thriller, 14-12

Top-ranked UNC women's lacrosse went on a 5-1 run to close a thrilling game with No. 2 Boston College and win the ACC Championship, 14-12, on Sunday. This is the Tar Heels' eighth ACC title and first since 2022. In the see-saw matchup, the teams exchanged goals for virtually the entire 60 minutes. Chloe Humphrey was voted ACC Tournament MVP. (GoHeels.com)

Week in UNC Athletics: April 28-May 3

As we wrap up the month of April, the UNC athletics schedule isn't as jam-packed as we've seen prior. However, there are some events going on, and we're here to give you the breakdown. Monday, April 28: Men's Golf- ACC Championship Match Play Final (Bowling Green, KY). Tuesday, April 29: Baseball- vs. George Mason (4:00 PM EST- ACCNX). (Keeping It Heel)

UNC Baseball's 6-0 Shutout Secures Series Victory Over Pitt

Jason DeCaro and Ryan Lynch combined to keep Pittsburgh off the board and UNC Baseball roll to a 6-0 win Sunday to secure their sixth straight ACC series (Highlights). The Tar Heels (33-10, 15-9 ACC) took their fourth straight series off the Panthers thanks in large part to some impressive defense that backed up stellar pitching on Sunday afternoon. (GoHeels.com)

Video: Bill Belichick on a life in football

Former NFL coach Bill Belichick is second in all-time victories, and holds a record six Super Bowl wins as coach of the New England Patriots. He discusses with "CBS Mornings" co-host Tony Dokoupil his father's advice about a coaching career, the talents of Tom Brady, and his new book, "The Art of Winning: Lessons from My Life in Football." (View Video)

Houston Texans sign former UNC cornerback Alijah Huzzie to reported 3-year, $2.675 million deal

The Houston Texans have signed five players to undrafted deals. North Carolina defensive back Alijah Huzzie is a 5-foot-10, 193-pound cornerback. He was graded as one of the top five nickels in the draft by several teams before tearing his ACL in the East-West Shrine Bowl practice. Huzzie signed a 3-year, $2.675 million deal, per a source. (Click2Houston)

UNC Softball Caps Off Regular Season With Sweep Over Notre Dame

Carolina softball (39-14, 15-9) closed the regular season with a sweep over Notre Dame on Sunday (Highlights). The 3-1 victory was highlighted by another stellar pitching performance by Kenna Raye Dark and middle infielders Grace Jackson and Kat Rodriguez. Dark twirled her 14th complete game of the season, allowing just one earned run. (GoHeels.com)

UNC Women’s Lacrosse Beats Boston College, Wins 8th ACC Championship

No. 1 UNC outscored No. 2 Boston College 6-3 in the fourth quarter of the ACC Championship on Sunday, and the Tar Heels beat the Eagles 14-12 to secure the program’s eighth ACC Tournament title (Highlights). UNC’s ACC title is its first since winning six in a row from 2016-22, and its eight ACC championships are the most of any school. (Chapelboro.com)

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