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Clemson to start freshman quarterback Tait Reynolds vs. North Carolina

Clemson is turning to freshman Tait Reynolds at quarterback beginning Saturday against North Carolina, hoping to jump-start an offense that has struggled through two games. Reynolds had come off the bench in each of the Tigers' first two games, including last week against Georgia Southern when starter Christopher Vizzina exited with an arm injury. (ESPN)

UNC Wrestling Announces 2026-27 Schedule

Entering year four under the direction of coach , UNC Wrestling has announced its schedule for the 2026-27 season. The slate, which features six matchups at Carmichael Arena, is also highlighted by the 2026 National Duals Invitational on Dec. 12-13 and a neutral-site meeting versus South Dakota State at the Sanford Pentagon on Dec. 18. (GoHeels.com)

Video: Coach's Corner with Bill Belichick - Sept. 15, 2026

With a 2-0 start for Tar Heel Football paving the way for its ACC opener this Saturday, and Coach discuss the Tar Heels' win over ETSU win, things Coach is pleased with, and the matchup at Clemson this Saturday at noon. (View Video)

Diamond Heels Reloaded and Ready for Fall Baseball

This year, UNC Baseball boasts an extra level of competition in the fall, including Friday's matchup against Charlotte and the subsequent game Saturday. On Oct. 2, UNC Baseball hosts Walters State, then faces NC State at the Durham Bulls Athletic Park on the 16th. UNC brought in 15 transfers and 10 freshmen while only losing seven from last season's crew. (TarHeel247)

Video: Locked On Tar Heels - UNC Basketball Pursues Top-10 Commitments In CJ Rosser, Jordan Page

UNC Basketball aims for a historic recruiting milestone as targets top-10 prospects and . Can landing these elite North Carolina natives reignite Tar Heel dominance on the recruiting trail? (View Video)

Two 5-stars, dozens of alumni, one big weekend for Michael Malone’s Carolina vision

Five-star forward , the No. 2 player in the 2027 basketball recruiting class and five-star guard , the No. 12 recruit in the same class, both took official visits to Carolina this past weekend. UNC hasn’t signed two top-10 recruits in the same class since 2006, when it brought No. 3 , No. 5 Ty Lawson, and No. 9 Wayne Ellington. (Tar Heel Tribune)

What Michael Malone Sees in UNC Basketball’s Rebuilt Frontcourt

Michael Malone inherited a UNC Basketball roster full of questions when he arrived in April, but none more pressing than the frontcourt. Now, with the start of preseason practice days away, that rebuilt frontcourt has taken shape. Sayon Keita, , , and potentially make up a completely revamped group. (Inside Carolina)

2026 UNC Football Opponent Preview: Clemson

Clemson will trot out true freshman Tait Reynolds as its starting quarterback Saturday against North Carolina. Reynolds replaces Christopher Vizzina, who started the first two games of the season but is reportedly dealing with an elbow injury and is considered week-to-week. But even with Vizzina healthy, it was clear the Clemson offense needed a change. (Chapelboro.com)

Coby White Family Foundation Gives Back to Goldsboro Youth

Goldsboro native and NBA player returned to his hometown on Saturday as the Family Foundation brought young people and families together for its Youth Giveback Community Day. Held at the Goldsboro Family YMCA, the free event offered an afternoon of basketball, art, music, wellness activities, food, supplies, and giveaways. (Goldsboro Daily News)

Dalton Pence Named Nolan Ryan Minor League Pitcher of the Year

The Texas Rangers announced their 2026 minor league award winners on Monday and Round Rock Express LHP was named the organization’s Nolan Ryan Minor League Pitcher of the Year. Pence has appeared at three levels this season (High-A, Double-A, Triple-A) and was promoted to Round Rock on Aug. 1. Pence is 6-4 with a 2.44 ERA. (MLB.com)

North Carolina Football and Field Hockey Players Join Indiana Eligibility Lawsuit

UNC placekicker and field hockey players , Sietske Bruning, and Dani Mendez have joined an eligibility lawsuit in Indiana, becoming part of a group of 97 student-athletes seeking emergency relief against the NCAA’s new age-based eligibility model. UNC Basketball transfer is not attached to the Indiana lawsuit. (Inside Carolina)

North Carolina vs. ETSU: Winners, Losers, and Honorable Mentions

Winners: - There was a huge talent mismatch but it was good to see Thurman follow up his star turn two weeks ago to be the leading receiver again. - When your stand outs continue stand out, they should be mentioned. - He may have solidified himself as the goal line back Saturday with his 3 TD performance. (Tar Heel Blog)

Video: Tallest Tales - Brendan Haywood Had No Idea Julius Peppers Was the No. 1 Football Recruit

thought was just another dude on his AAU basketball team. In this episode, Brendan takes us back to their AAU days in North Carolina, when nobody on the team really knew who this huge, quiet kid named was. Then somebody started flipping through a football recruiting magazine. (View Video)

Roy Williams gave 'Scotty Boy' Forbes words of wisdom after UNC Baseball came win away from title

"Scotty Boy, just keep doing what you’re doing, and it will happen." Those were the words to UNC Baseball coach from after UNC made it to the College World Series Finals, only to come up short. Forbes didn’t have to go far on the Carolina campus to find coaches who overcame heartbreak and came back to win a national title. (Tar Heel Tribune)

This Week in UNC Sports: September 14-20, 2026

Thursday, Sep. 17 - Women’s soccer will welcome No. 3 Duke at Dorrance Field. The Blue Devils won the only meeting between the schools last season. Kickoff is set for 8 p.m. TV channel: ACC Network. Sunday, Sep. 20 - Field hockey will play its ACC opener at Stadium against No. 11 Virginia Sunday at 12 p.m. TV channel: ACC Network. (Chapelboro.com)
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Tuesday, September 15
UNC logoMen's Soccer
American logoAmerican
7:00 PM Chapel Hill, Dorrance Field at Play2Dream Legacy Stadium
ACCNX, Streaming
 
Thursday, September 17
UNC logoWomen's Soccer
Duke logoDuke
8:00 PM Chapel Hill, N.C.
ACCN, Streaming
 
Friday, September 18
UNC logoVolleyball
#1 Nebraska logo#1 Nebraska
8:00 PM Lincoln, Neb.
B1G Network
 
Saturday, September 19
UNC logoFootball
Clemson logoClemson
12:00 PM Clemson, S.C. (Memorial Stadium)
ESPN, Tickets, Radio, Streaming
 
UNC logoVolleyball
FGCU logoFGCU
1:00 PM Lincoln, Neb.
 
UNC logoMen's Soccer
Clemson logoClemson
7:00 PM Chapel Hill, Dorrance Field at Play2Dream Legacy Stadium
ACCNX, Streaming
 
Sunday, September 20
UNC logoField Hockey
Virginia logoVirginia
12:00 PM Chapel Hill, Karen Shelton Stadium
ACC Network, Streaming
 
UNC logoWomen's Soccer
Alcorn State logoAlcorn State
1:00 PM Chapel Hill, N.C.
ACCNX, Streaming
 
Friday, September 25
UNC logoWomen's Soccer
Virginia logoVirginia
7:00 PM Charlottesville, Va.
 
UNC logoVolleyball
NC State logoNC State
7:00 PM Raleigh, N.C.
ACCNX
 
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