UNC alum works behind the scenes for Savannah Bananas baseball team

A mix of skills Kelly Yang learned at UNC help her play a key behind-the-scenes role for one of the most entertaining, innovative shows in sports. Last year, Yang left her career working in talent acquisition for large corporations to join the Savannah Bananas, the sensational dancing baseball team that brings their world tour to Kenan Stadium April 11-12. (UNC.edu)

What Michael Malone brings to UNC basketball offense, defense with coaching philosophy

Michael Malone said he shared a moment with Tyler Hansbrough, whose No. 50 jersey is retired and hanging from the Smith Center rafters. Hansbrough grabbed Malone by the arm and said, "I know we’re gonna play hard and we’re gonna be tough." Playing hard and playing with toughness are at the top of Malone’s list of requirements for his Tar Heels. (MSN.com)

No. 2 UNC Women's Lacrosse Hosts No. 12 Stanford Friday For Big ACC Matchup

No. 2 North Carolina Women's Lacrosse is hosting No. 12 Stanford for a big ACC matchup on Friday, April 10 at 6 p.m. at Dorrance field. The Tar Heels currently sit at the top of the ACC standings with Stanford in second. The programs have only met three times prior with UNC winning all three. The Tar Heels' game with the Cardinal airs on ESPNU. (GoHeels.com)

Video: TarHeel247 Podcast - John Henson, Scott Williams on Malone Hire, Transfer Targets, and More

Former UNC forward and NBA Champion Scott Williams joins fellow Tar Heel John Henson to discuss the hiring of Michael Malone, insights on Malone’s staff hires, transfer portal targets, and Michael Jordan's level of involvement with Carolina Basketball. (View Video)

Malone doesn’t want to 'Be Like Mike,' preferring 'Michael'

If a UNC Basketball player wanted to "Be Like Mike," Tar Heels coach Michael Malone would undoubtedly be delighted if they played like Michael Jordan. Just don’t call him Mike. Malone has made it clear he prefers to be called "Michael." That preference drew national attention during the 2021 NBA playoffs when Malone was coach of the Denver Nuggets. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Why defensive end Melkart Abou-Jaoude chose to stay at UNC

UNC defensive end Melkart Abou-Jaoude had opportunities elsewhere this offseason, but chose to remain at UNC because of his belief in the program and the relationships he built last season. He pointed to the opportunity Carolina gave him in 2025, his connection with his teammates, and his desire to help the Tar Heels continue in the right direction. (TarHeel247)

UNC Track & Field Coach Chris Miltenberg Signs Contract Extension

UNC director of track & field and cross country Chris Miltenberg, who led the Tar Heels to top-five finishes in USTFCCCA Program-of-the-Year rankings each of the past two seasons, has agreed to terms on a contract extension that will keep him in Chapel Hill through the 2030-31 season. The terms were approved by UNC's Board of Trustees in March. (GoHeels.com)

Kane Kepley could be a major piece of the Cubs’ future

Chicago Cubs No. 10 prospect, Kane Kepley, who, yes, is another lower-level player gaining plenty of attention, but one who has been turning heads since day one. When you look at the organization as a whole, some feel Kepley was the steal of the 2025 draft class and could emerge as the team's top organizational prospect before the end of 2026. (CubsHQ)

UNC Leaders Release Statement in Response to Trump Executive Order on College Athletics

UNC chancellor Lee Roberts and athletic director Bubba Cunningham released a statement Monday morning in response to a recent executive order from President Donald Trump aimed at restoring “order, fairness and stability” to college athletics. The executive order contained several stipulations, including “clear, consistent, and fair eligibility limits.” (Chapelboro.com)

How this century's UNC Basketball national championship teams stack up

No. 2. 2009 North Carolina Tar Heels: This team was ruthless. The Tar Heels had five players who averaged double-figures during the 2008-09 season. Tyler Hansbrough earned his second straight AP All-America first-team selection in 2009. Ty Lawson was ACC player of the year, and Wayne Ellington won Most Outstanding Player in the NCAA tournament. (ESPN)

Michael Malone says UNC will play tough defense, rebound and be unselfish

Michael Malone’s Denver Nuggets were known for torrid defense, and he says that it will be the cornerstone of how UNC will play under his leadership. Malone described himself at his introductory press conference as "a defensive-minded coach" and framed his approach as philosophical and practical in how it connects one end of the floor to the other. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Video: IC Podcast - UNC Basketball Family and High Expectations

Greg Barnes and Tommy Ashley of Inside Carolina discuss the Carolina influence in the hiring of Michael Malone as its new men's basketball coach, the importance of family ties, and understanding the Carolina Basketball tradition. Malone's connections to former players and having a daughter on the volleyball team were crucial. (View Video)

North Carolina Leads Learfield Directors' Cup Standings

Keyed by the UNC Women's Basketball team's Sweet 16 appearance in the NCAA Tournament and top-20 finishes by men's and women's fencing and men's swimming and diving, the University of North Carolina continues its lead in the 2025-26 Learfield Directors' Cup standings. The Tar Heels have amassed 781.50 points, 35.25 ahead of Stanford. (GoHeels.com)

Sean May, Pat Sullivan, Eric Hoots to Remain on UNC Basketball Staff

North Carolina's coaching staff won't undergo a complete overhaul with Michael Malone as the program's new coach, as he is retaining a few holdovers that have deep-rooted ties to the UNC Basketball family. Sean May, Pat Sullivan, and Eric Hoots, each of whom was on the staff for all five seasons of the Hubert Davis regime, are being retained by Malone. (TarHeel247)

Chansky’s Notebook: Past and Present

At his introductory press conference, Michael Malone said he was disheartened to see his new friend Hubert Davis lose his job, while acknowledging it’s simply a result of the business of basketball. Hubert still has his corner of loyalists, but the fact that there is a connection, and that Malone thanked Davis directly on Tuesday, hopefully can bridge the divide. (Chapelboro.com)

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