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Kenan Stadium Stair Climb remembers 9/11 heroes 25 years later

The 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb has become an annual tradition at UNC, and members of the Carolina community returned to Kenan Stadium on Friday to honor those who tragically died in the terrorist attacks 25 years ago. Participants climbed 2,071 stairs, representing the height of the World Trade Center towers, as tribute to the 2,977 lives lost on 9/11. (UNC.edu)

Video: The Game Plan Podcast - UNC Football's Keys to Success vs ETSU

Football analyst Jason Staples joins Inside Carolina's Tommy Ashley to discuss UNC Football's home opener against East Tennessee State, the Buccaneers' explosive offense, and the individual matchups that should make for interesting theater on Saturday at Kenan Stadium. (View Video)

Know Before You Go - UNC Football vs. ETSU

UNC Football kicks off its 100th season in Kenan Stadium this Saturday, Sept. 12th. Opening kickoff between the Tar Heels and the ETSU Buccaneers is set for noon. Be in your seats early to see a flyover featuring F5N Tiger II aircraft flown by Marine Fighter Training Squadron 402. The flyover is scheduled to take place at approximately 11:54 AM. (GoHeels.com)

Video: IC Podcast - The Effects of Saturday's UNC Football Recruiting Ban

Football recruiting expert Don Callahan joins Tommy Ashley of Inside Carolina to discuss UNC's recruiting ban for Saturday's home opener in Kenan Stadium against East Tennessee State. Callahan explains the violation, the penalty, and the reasons behind the recruiting rules in effect across college football. (View Video)

No. 7 UNC Women's Soccer cruises by Cal after two-week road trip across nine time zones

After a two-week road trip over nine time zones and thousands of miles, No. 7 UNC Women's Soccer was happy to play at Dorrance Field for the first time in 18 days. They went to Dublin, then to Arizona with stops in Tucson and Tempe, winning all three matches. But after four days home to recharge, UNC eased to a 3-0 victory Thursday over Cal. (Tar Heel Tribune)

25 Years Later: Remembering Ryan Kohart And His Legacy

Working in New York City was always in 's plan. He interned on Wall Street on several occasions, and his father worked there as well. Within two weeks of graduation from Carolina he had a job as a junior equities trader. He later moved to an attractive job at Cantor Fitzgerald, where he worked in the North Tower of the World Trade Center. (GoHeels.com)

UNC Baseball's road back to College World Series starts soon with fall scrimmages

Following a run to the College World Series, UNC Baseball is back at Boshamer Stadium for its fall schedule. The Tar Heels started practice Sept. 7 to begin preparation for the 2027 season, which welcomes back key returners in pitcher , second baseman Gavin Gallaher, first baseman , and third baseman . (MSN.com)

Video: Locked On Tar Heels - UNC Basketball's Defense-First Blueprint

UNC Basketball sets its sights on a renewed identity as Coach unveils his blueprint focused on defense, rebounding, fast-paced transitions, and ball movement. Isaac Schade and Bill Robinson break down how these shifts will translate on the court. (View Video)

Look back at how UNC responded to 9/11

The terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001 shocked the nation and world, including here in Chapel Hill. Campus came to a halt as Tar Heels followed the news and tried to make sense of what was unfolding. Six UNC alumni lost their lives on this day 25 years ago. Here’s a look back at how campus responded in the days, weeks, and months following 9/11. (UNC.edu)

Carolina Insider Podcast: Full Basketball Schedule, UNC Football vs. ETSU Preview, Lee Pace Joins

UNC Football begins its 100th season in Kenan Stadium by hosting ETSU. and Adam Lucas preview the matchup (4:43). Tar Heel Basketball released its full schedule for 2026-27 and has a big reunion this weekend (22:11). Plus, Lee Pace reflects on a career covering Carolina Football (34:47) and more. (Listen To Podcast)

UNC Football Freshmen Showing They Can Help in the Present

Eight true freshmen saw the field in UNC Football’s season-opening victory over TCU, including four who logged snaps on offense or defense: (10), (26), David Jackson (7) and Kenton Dopson (6). Four others contributed on special teams plays: DQ Forkpa (13), Jakob Weatherspoon (12), Jaziel Hart (12), and (7). (Inside Carolina)

Carolina remembers alumni lost on 9/11

Seldom has UNC's campus come to such a halt as it did Sept. 11, 2001. People were glued to TVs, trying to comprehend what was happening. The next day, 10,000 people streamed into Polk Place and listened for words of comfort and hope. Six Carolina alumni were among the almost 3,000 who lost their lives in the terrorist attacks. Here are their stories. (UNC.edu)

Podcast: Carolina Football Live - Bill Belichick Previews UNC vs. ETSU, Recaps TCU

North Carolina head football coach joins to recap the Tar Heels' win over TCU in Ireland, preview Saturday's noon matchup against East Tennessee State, answer questions from Tar Heel fans, and more. (Listen To Podcast)

No. 7 UNC Women’s Soccer Shuts Out Cal, 3-0, To Open ACC Play

No. 7 North Carolina Women's Soccer opened ACC play against Cal on Thursday in Chapel Hill. The Tar Heels picked up a shutout win, 3-0, over the Bears to start conference action in the win column (Highlights). In the 10th minute, Bella Devey scored the first goal of the night off a corner kick with assists coming from Izzi Stratton and Summer Denigan. (GoHeels.com)

Video: Tar Heel Tribune - THSN football sideline reporter and former UNC QB Bryn Renner

Tar Heel Sports Network football sideline reporter and former North Carolina quarterback talks UNC Football ahead of the Tar Heels' home opener on Saturday at noon against East Tennessee State. (View Video)
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Wednesday, September 9
UNC logoVolleyball0
#3 Kentucky logo#3 Kentucky3
Lexington, Ky.
 
Thursday, September 10
UNC logoWomen's Soccer3
Cal logoCal0
Chapel Hill, N.C.
 
Friday, September 11
UNC logoField Hockey
Old Dominion logoOld Dominion
5:00 PM Chapel Hill, Karen Shelton Stadium
ACCNX, Streaming
 
UNC logoMen's Soccer
Stanford logoStanford
7:00 PM Chapel Hill, Dorrance Field at Play2Dream Legacy Stadium
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Saturday, September 12
UNC logoFootball
East Tennessee State logoEast Tennessee State
12:00 PM Chapel Hill, Kenan Stadium
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Sunday, September 13
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Richmond logoRichmond
12:00 PM Richmond, Va.
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UNC logoWomen's Soccer
New Jersey Institute of Technology logoNew Jersey Institute of Technology
1:00 PM Chapel Hill, N.C.
 
UNC logoVolleyball
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2:00 PM New York, N.Y.
SECN+, Streaming
 
Tuesday, September 15
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American logoAmerican
7:00 PM Chapel Hill, Dorrance Field at Play2Dream Legacy Stadium
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Thursday, September 17
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8:00 PM Chapel Hill, N.C.
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September 11, 1993
Jason Stanicek sets the UNC single game record with a quarterback rating of 263.48 (14/17, 288 yards, 2 TDs) and UNC sets single-game record for most yards gained (714 at 9.7 per play) as the 14th-ranked Tar Heels beat Maryland 59-42 in Chapel Hill. UNC running backs Curtis Johson (168) and Leon Johnson (101) each rushed for over 100 yards and Curtis Johnson recorded UNC's longest touchdown run (90 yds).
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