Social Media Reacts: UNC Baseball Beats USC to Secure Trip to Omaha
Owen Hull’s walk-off hit in the bottom of the ninth helped the Diamond Heels overcome a 3-2 deficit entering the inning and win 4-3, punching a ticket to the College World Series. Moments after the UNC centerfielder drove in the winning run, Tar Heel fans, UNC leaders, and college baseball commentators took to social media to react to the finish. (
Chapelboro.com)
Super Regional Photos: Bosh Magic
Down one entering the ninth inning, North Carolina rallied in thrilling fashion for a 4-3 win over Southern Cal and a trip to Omaha. Inside Carolina’s Jim Hawkins brings you all the ninth inning winning moments at Boshamer Stadium. (
Inside Carolina)
Caden Glauber's Starting Performance Enabled UNC's Omaha Clincher
Years from now, when the story of UNC Baseball's 2026 run to Omaha is told,
Owen Hull’s “where were you?” moment on Sunday at Boshamer Stadium will likely be remembered as one of its defining scenes. Yet while Hull supplied the unforgettable ending, it was
Caden Glauber who spent just over seven innings ensuring there would be one. (
Inside Carolina)
Eric Ebron, Paris Kea, Bill Chambers inducted into Guilford County Sports Hall of Fame
Smith High School alumnus
Eric Ebron earned All-State honors in high school before becoming a two-time All-American at UNC. Paris Kea was twice named to the All-ACC first team and led UNC in scoring as a junior at 19.4 points per game. After playing for Dean E. Smith at UNC,
Bill Chambers went on to a coaching career that spanned more than three decades. (
WFMY)
UNC-Founded Eats2Seats to Create Entrepreneurial ‘Third Space’ with New Franklin Street Headquarters
Like an Uber Eats for sports and entertainment venues, the concessions and vending partner Eats2Seats allows fans to order food and beverages right to their seats. It started as a class project at UNC and now operates in more than 50 venues across the country – but the business recently celebrated the decision to keep its headquarters local. (
Chapelboro.com)
Video: TarHeel247 Podcast - Learning More About Neo Avdalas
As the
2026-27 UNC Basketball roster nears completion, Andrew Jones of TarHeel247 and college basketball recruiting analyst David Sisk discuss the versatility
Neoklis Avdalas brings to the floor and how he fits with players added since he committed nearly two months ago.
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Reese Brantmeier Earns Two ITA Regional Tennis Awards
The Intercollegiate Tennis Association announced the 2026 Regional Awards Tuesday morning. In the Carolina region,
Reese Brantmeier picked up two awards. Brantmeier was named ITA Senior Player of the Year and Arthur Ashe Leadership and Sportsmanship award winner. Brantmeier was also tabbed ACC Player of the Year for the second straight season. (
GoHeels.com)
Caden Glauber Named Perfect Game National Co-Freshman Pitcher Of The Year
UNC pitcher
Caden Glauber has been named Perfect Game Co-Freshman Pitcher of the Year. Glauber has been sensational this season, compiling the nation's seventh best ERA (2.20), 10th best hits per nine (5.73), and eighth most victories (10) in his debut season. He is the first pitcher in program history to earn a national freshman of the year award. (
GoHeels.com)
San Antonio Spurs forward Harrison Barnes teams up with UNICEF for day of play
San Antonio Spurs forward
Harrison Barnes still remembers the feeling of being a kid and shooting hoops at the court outside near his home. "It was my escape, my sanctuary. A place I always went to go have fun." Now, Barnes is partnering with UNICEF USA to help ensure that other children have the same access to play as he did growing up. (
Yahoo! Sports)
Video: This Week in UNC Baseball with Scott Forbes - Commitment, Success, and Omaha
Scott Forbes and his North Carolina Diamond Heels are headed to Omaha for 13th time in school history. Coach Forbes joins Inside Carolina's Tommy Ashley to discuss the journey, the moments on the field, and the commitment to success that it takes in today's era of college athletics.
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The Carolina Standard: How UNC’s Culture Has Propelled the Heels to CWS Twice in Three Years
A sliding outfielder, a puff of dust, and a bouncing ball off the wall were the first indications UNC was heading back to Omaha. There was no smile on
Owen Hull’s face as he rounded first – just outstretched hands as if to indicate this walk-off moment was inevitable. For the second time in three seasons, Carolina was going to the College World Series. (
Just Baseball)
OmaHeels Sendoff Scheduled For Wednesday Morning
Send the Tar Heels off to Omaha at Boshamer Stadium on Wednesday, June 10, as the team heads to the College World Series. Gates to the Bosh will open at 10 a.m. with the team coming up to the concourse at approximately 10:45 to the bus outside the main gate that will depart at 11. Parking will be available at Rams Head Deck for $1.75 per hour. (
GoHeels.com)
The First 60 Days Part I: Michael Malone’s Introduction to UNC Basketball
Michael Malone, who had virtually no connection to UNC before his hiring — other than his daughter, a student-athlete — wasn't part of the Carolina family tree. Yet over his first 60 days in Chapel Hill, one theme emerged: Whether building a staff, retaining players, or constructing a roster, Malone leaned on people who understood Tar Heel Basketball. (
TarHeel247)
Scott Forbes Happy and Thriving at North Carolina
UNC Baseball coach
Scott Forbes is a hot commodity as the season comes to an end for most programs. South Carolina made a play for Forbes after the school mutually agreed to part ways with Hall of Fame coach Paul Mainieri in March. Despite the noise, Forbes has his attention focused on this Tar Heel team and what it hopes to accomplish in Omaha. (
Inside Carolina)
UNC among top 10 in ESPN college basketball transfer class rankings
8. North Carolina: First-year coach
Michael Malone went overseas to secure frontcourt reinforcements but procured his perimeter group in the transfer portal, and clearly leaned into high-major experience, including with ACC-proven
Neoklis Avdalas and
Matt Able. Terrence Brown is a big-time scorer who has averaged right around 20 points per game. (
ESPN)