Benjamin Hall Rises As Leader Among UNC Running Backs

There’s a sense of rejuvenation across the North Carolina football program this spring. Running back Benjamin Hall, one of the few experienced veteran returners, senses the energy first-hand and believes players and coaches have taken last year’s failures in stride. "Everyone feels like we’re a few plays away from winning some more games," Hall said. (Inside Carolina)

As His Roster Comes Into Focus, Two Keys for Michael Malone’s UNC Basketball Debut

A handful of things have come into focus regarding the 2026-27 North Carolina basketball team, the program’s first under new coach Michael Malone. The Tar Heels will have a heavy international flavor. The Tar Heels also will be big. UNC also will have plenty of competitors with significant experience, by today’s standards, at the Power Four level. (Chapelboro.com)

Why UNC’s Henri Veesaar chose the NBA over multimillion-dollar NIL

Henri Veesaar’s decision to go pro was driven as much by lifestyle and academics as by money. CBS Sports’ Matt Norlander reported UNC made a substantial NIL pitch to keep him in Chapel Hill, but the 7-footer was ready to live like a full-time pro. "Some guys want to chase the professional life and don't want to be burdened by having class work anymore." (USA Today)

Forrest, Humphrey, Osburn Claim ACC Women's Lacrosse Awards

UNC Women's Lacrosse had three players claim ACC season awards. Sam Forrest was named Defender of the Year, while Chloe Humphrey took Attacker of the Year, and Eliza Osburn was the league's Midfielder of the Year. The Tar Heels went undefeated in ACC play and won their second consecutive ACC regular-season and tournament championships. (GoHeels.com)

Video: TarHeel247 Podcast - Takeaways From UNC's Offense Following Football Spring Practice

UNC Football has concluded spring practice. Andrew Jones and Jacob Turner of TarHeel247 discuss their takeaways, various news and notes on what they're hearing, new offensive coordinator Bobby Petrino, the Tar Heels' quarterback battle, offensive line, and more. (View Video)

UNC Women's Golf Hosting NCAA Chapel Hill Regional As No. 2 Seed

UNC is the No. 2 seed in the NCAA Women's Golf Chapel Hill Regional, which the Tar Heels will host May 11-13 at UNC Finley Golf Club. The 12th-ranked Tar Heels are one of 12 teams and six individuals selected to play in the Chapel Hill Regional. This is the fifth consecutive season head coach Aimee Neff's squad has earned a bid to an NCAA regional. (GoHeels.com)

UNC's Caleb Wilson turns pickup run at campus rec center into farewell moment

Caleb Wilson has maintained that, throughout his breakout freshman season at UNC, he’s tried to be approachable - someone who wants classmates to feel comfortable saying hello or asking for a photo. “Throughout campus, I just try to make sure I speak to everyone,” Wilson said in October. “I always try to make everyone feel like I’m personable.” (MSN.com)

Lawrence Taylor health update: Hall of Famer 'showing signs of improvement'

New York Giants legend Lawrence Taylor was hospitalized on Friday with a reported stomach issue but appears to be turning the corner. That’s according to his camp as the Hall of Famer remains laid up in the hospital. TMZ Sports later reported Tuesday that Lawrence was receiving treatment for pancreatitis. The outlet also reported his signs of improvement. (On3.com)

Projecting UNC Basketball’s 2026-27 starting lineup under Michael Malone

New UNC Basketball coach Michael Malone has done a strong job building the Tar Heels' roster through the transfer portal. Carolina has found a high-value point guard, added two productive transfers, a top international prospect, and brought back key players from last season. While the lineup is not complete, here are early projections for UNC's rotation. (USA Today)

When a Cold War trip to the USSR turned into a bizarre basketball game for UNC faculty and students

50 yrs ago, one of the most bizarre & hilariously mismatched basketball games in UNC history took place – and almost no one knows about it. During the Cold War in 1975, UNC faculty & students planned a cultural visit to the USSR. The UNC group thought it would be fun to arrange a casual pickup basketball game between American and Russian students. (Triangle Blog Blog)

Giving Bobby Petrino the Keys to UNC's Offense

I think new UNC offensive coordinator Bobby Petrino will be given a lot of leeway within the parameters that UNC football coach Bill Belichick sets. Belichick knows what he wants, and he understands the complementary nature of football and the importance of that. Petrino talked about how he’s got the offensive mind and Belichick has a defensive mind. (Inside Carolina)

Emily LeGette Named Top 25 Finalist For USA Softball Collegiate Player Of The Year

Emily LeGette has been named a Top 25 Finalist for USA Softball Collegiate Player of the Year. LeGette sits atop the North Carolina Softball record book for a single season in home runs (26), slugging percentage (1.121), total bases (148), and sacrifice flies (9). She ranks second in RBI (74), batting average (.470), on-base percentage (.571), and walks (43). (GoHeels.com)

Video: Locked On Tar Heels - UNC vs. Duke For Joaquim Boumtje Boumtje?

UNC Basketball coach Michael Malone has locked down one teenage frontcourt player while in Spain. The question is, can he land another while he's there to go with Sayon Keita? Joaquim Boumtje Boumtje is a 16-year-old big man with loads of talent. But can Malone win him over a suddenly more interested Jon Scheyer at Duke? (View Video)

Wednesday's UNC Baseball Game vs. Queens Canceled

UNC's baseball game against Queens on Wednesday has been canceled due to impending weather conditions in Chapel Hill. The two coaching staffs and administrations have agreed to cancel the game with player safety in mind. It will not be rescheduled. The planned Bark at the Bosh festivities will be rescheduled to next Wednesday against Winthrop. (GoHeels.com)

Video: TarHeel247 Podcast - John Henson Discusses Sayon Keita, Joaquim Boumtje Boumtje, and Others

247Sports director of scouting Adam Finkelstein and UNC basketball legend John Henson discuss 5-star Tar Heel center commitment Sayon Keita, the impact he could have on UNC’s roster next season, the latest scoops on frontcourt targets Joaquim Boumtje Boumtje, Brice Dessert, and Momo Faye. (View Video)

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