Erik Paulsen’s 2 HRs, Jackson Rose’s pitching lift UNC Baseball to run-rule win over VCU

Led by four hits and two home runs from Stony Brook transfer Erik Paulsen, the Tar Heels blasted three long balls in a 13-3 seven-inning victory over VCU at Boshamer Stadium on Wednesday, their fourth run-rule win of the season (Highlights). The Tar Heels (8–1–1) also got an impressive relief outing from freshman left-hander Jackson Rose. (Tar Heel Tribune)

UNC Women’s Tennis star Reese Brantmeier reaches deal with NCAA in prize money case

UNC Women's Tennis star Reese Brantmeier and the NCAA have reached an agreement to settle her federal class action lawsuit over prize money. The parties told the judge in a court filing that they "have reached agreement on material terms of a class action settlement fully resolving this action." They asked for a 60-day pause to finalize the agreement. (WRAL.com)

Carolina Covenant Documentary Wins Emmy

Chase Martin, assistant director of video for university development, and Jeyhoun Allebaugh, assistant director of photo and video for university development, accepted the best educational content award for the short documentary they directed about the Carolina Covenant, a 22-year-old program that allows low-income students to graduate debt-free. (Carolina Alumni Review)

UNC Working to Reschedule RJ Davis' Jersey Ceremony

After R.J. Davis' jersey celebration was canceled Monday due to severe weather that affected travel plans, North Carolina is exploring options to reschedule the ceremony, a school spokesperson said Wednesday. The spokesperson said nothing is official as the program works through its options. With two home games remaining, only one appears viable. (TarHeel247)

Tar Heels Playing With Fire At Free Throw Line

When asked what the Tar Heels can do to close out games better, Henri Veesaar laughed and said, "Make some free throws. That would help." The Tar Heels shot 7-for-13 from the line in Monday’s second half, and finished the game 9-of-19, their worst outing of the season. It’s no secret, free-throw shooting has been a persistent problem for the Tar Heels. (Inside Carolina)

New arena $20 million less, but Bubba Cunningham says emotional factors complicate decision

If the decision to renovate the Smith Center or build a new arena for UNC's basketball teams were purely financial, it would be easy. Athletics Director Bubba Cunningham, in the first episode of the weekly “Arena Discussion” podcast, said it would cost $20 million less to build a new arena, but the emotional component makes the decision more challenging. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Video: Locked On Tar Heels - Seth Trimble’s New Mindset

UNC Basketball has surged as Seth Trimble’s aggressive play sparks postseason hopes. Can Trimble’s transformation carry UNC past rivals and into the ACC elite with Caleb Wilson sidelined? Isaac Schade discusses Trimble’s statistical jump and impact on both ends of the basketball court. (View Video)

Henri Veesaar Among College Basketball's Top Transfer Portal Additions

6. C Henri Veesaar, UNC: Stats: (26 games) 16.3 points, 8.5 rebounds, 1.9 assists, 0.6 steals, 1.2 blocks, 61.4% FG, 43.1% 3P. Even with Caleb Wilson still out, the look of the UNC team with Henri Veesaar and without him is drastically different. The 7-foot-0 transfer from Arizona is among the top two players for UNC in points, rebounds, and blocks. (On3.com)

UNC Baseball Wins 9-1, But Coach Scott Forbes Emphasizes Standard Over Score

UNC Baseball notched its seventh win of the season on Tuesday with a 9-1 victory over NC A&T at Boshamer Stadium. Carolina improved to 7-1-1. Here are some takeaways from the Tar Heels' performance: Owen Hull had a 3-for-5, 4-RBI night and credited a mindset reset: "I was trying to do a little bit too much...we kind of slowed things down." (TarHeel247)

Coby White’s Hornets debut; transitions for Black, Love, Barnes; big games for Ryan, Ingram

Coby White finally made his Charlotte Hornets debut. Leaky Black’s contract was converted to a two-way deal. Portland sent Caleb Love to the G League. Cole Anthony remains in limbo as Harrison Barnes settles into a reserve role. Cormac Ryan scored a career-high 36 points in the G League while Harrison Ingram earned Player of the Week honors. (Tar Heel Tribune)

New ‘Arena Discussion’ addresses evolution of Smith Center, UNC Basketball success

A special edition of the "Carolina Insider" podcast addresses the evolution of Carolina Basketball and discussions regarding the Dean E. Smith Center. "The Arena Discussion" podcast includes guests discussing the future home of Tar Heel basketball. Chancellor Lee H. Roberts and Athletic Director Bubba Cunningham join for the first episode. (UNC.edu)

Takeaways from UNC Basketball’s top-25 win over Louisville

Seth Trimble had a career night for the Tar Heels, scoring a career-high 30 points on 11-for-16 shooting, including 6-for-8 in the second half. He also posted four rebounds, four assists, and a steal. UNC’s defense held one of the best offenses in the country under 40% shooting. Louisville shot just 39% and made only 34% of its shots in the second half. (USA Today)

Video: Chloe Humphrey Receives 2025 Honda Award

UNC's Chloe Humphrey receives the 2025 Honda Award for Women's Lacrosse at halftime of the Men's Basketball game vs. Louisville. Humphrey's 90 goals set an NCAA freshman record and powered the Tar Heels to their fourth National Championship. A first-team All-American, Humphrey also earned NCAA Tournament MOP honors. (View Video)

Black belt Owen Hull, who brings speed, ‘killer instinct,’ leads UNC Baseball's rout over NC A&T

Owen Hull continues a tradition of speedy Tar Heel center fielders, and brings an extra edge. The hits had been slow to come for the George Mason transfer, but he stacked them in the No. 8 Tar Heels’ 9-1 victory Tuesday over N.C. A&T (Highlights). Hull topped his hit and RBI totals from the first eight games, going 3-for-5 with a double and four RBI. (Tar Heel Tribune)

No. 16 UNC Women's Golf Wins Chevron Collegiate In Houston

Sophomore Helen Yeung and senior Megan Streicher finished second and fourth, respectively, to lead No. 16 North Carolina to the team title Tuesday in the Chevron Collegiate at the Golf Club of Houston. The win is the Tar Heels' second in three tournaments and eighth under coach Aimee Neff. It's UNC Women's Golf's second title ever in Texas. (GoHeels.com)

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