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UNC Football's Trip to Ireland 'Much More Than a Game'

UNC Football kicks off its season in Dublin, Ireland, playing Texas Christian University on Aug. 29 in the Aer Lingus College Football Classic. But the Tar Heel experience in Ireland will be “Much More Than a Game.” That’s what the University is calling the wide range of activities and events planned for students, fans, alumni, and faculty and staff going to Dublin. (UNC.edu)

Video: Michael Malone Wednesday Press Conference and Media Availability

UNC Men's Basketball basketball coach speaks with the media Wednesday to help introduce the inaugural Tobacco Road Classic, a two-year basketball event featuring UNC vs. NC State at the First Horizon Coliseum in Greensboro. Malone also spoke individually to reporters about this season's Tar Heels. (View Video)

Michael Malone on Sayon Keita and Alexandros Samodurov 'Everything is a Go'

"As far as I am aware, they're both cleared, they're in class, they're in workouts, and I think everything is a go," said of and . A program spokesperson said both players are fully cleared and participating in all team activities. Samodurov will be listed as a junior, but he has three years of eligibility. (TarHeel247)

UNC Men's Lacrosse Asst. Coach Dave Pietramala Named To 2026 IMLCA Hall Of Fame Class

North Carolina Men's Lacrosse assistant coach Dave Pietramala has been named to the 2026 Intercollegiate Men's Lacrosse Coaches Association Hall of Fame class. Named the Tar Heel defensive coordinator in the summer of 2023, Pietramala's assistant coaching resume includes stints at the Gilman School, Johns Hopkins, Penn, Loyola, and Syracuse. (GoHeels.com)

Video: Locked On Tar Heels - Breaking Down Cade Bennerman’s Potential

We continue our UNC Basketball roster preview with Northwestern transfer . With Bannerman’s rare size, 7'5" wingspan, and flashes of guard skills from a high school growth spurt, Isaac Schade and Jonathan Adams discuss whether Bennerman can translate upside into impactful minutes. (View Video)

UNC vs. N.C. State non-conference basketball game set for Greensboro on Dec. 15

North Carolina and NC State will play a non-conference basketball game in Greensboro on Tuesday, Dec. 15. The Tobacco Road Classic was officially announced at a Wednesday press conference that included coaches of UNC and Justin Gainey of N.C. State. Carolina is expected to announce the rest of its nonconference schedule Thursday. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Chansky’s Notebook: Setting the Expectations

It’s hard not to draw parallels between the first offseasons of and over with the football program. Aside from being championship-winning coaches at the professional level, both oversaw programs undergoing massive transitions. But Malone’s enthusiasm for his new digs is enough to quell worries of a Chapel Bill retread. (Chapelboro.com)

Video: IC Podcast - Michael Malone's First-Year Challenge at UNC

Basketball analyst Rob Harrington and Tommy Ashley from Inside Carolina discuss the challenges faced by first-year coaches and how the changing times in college basketball has altered those challenges, or not, for new North Carolina coach . (View Video)

Michael Malone Excited for High School Recruiting, 2026-27 Roster, and Becoming Carolina Family

UNC Basketball Coach : "I've put a great staff of people around me. We're off to a great start with recruiting for next year and the year after. I have attacked this. I didn't come here to hang out. People say, 'Coach, do you golf?' I don't golf. I work. We've been working hard to get this program back to where Tar Heel Nation wants it to be." (TarHeel247)

Willie Lampkin relishes NFL preseason after missing full year

Former UNC offensive lineman couldn’t help but smile on Saturday night after getting a chance to play in the Philadelphia Eagles’ preseason opener. He waited a long time to be back on the field. "It felt great to be out there." Lampkin started the game at center before moving to right guard. He played 23 offensive snaps and was impressive. (NBC Sports)

Video: Tar Heel Tribune - Former UNC WR Joe Jauch Talks Tar Heel Football

Former Tar Heel wide receiver Joe Jauch joins the Tar Heel Tribune podcast to discuss newly named starting quarterback Jr., UNC offensive coordinator Bobby Petrino's offense, defensive depth, avoiding outside distractions, and more. (View Video)

UNC shortstop Jamie Laskofski named No. 1 transfer hitter

Jamie Laskofski is already considered the best hitter to change addresses this offseason. D1 Baseball on Tuesday named the shortstop, who transferred to UNC from William & Mary in June, the No. 1 transfer hitter in the country. Laskofski, who will be a junior next season, went from mid-major standout to one of the most coveted names in the transfer portal. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Will Zac Gallen play a role for the 2026 Diamondbacks again?

When Diamondbacks pitcher popped up on the injured list with right elbow inflammation last month, it became uncertain whether he would ever pitch for Arizona again. Gallen has put forth the worst season of his career, went to see renowned surgeon Neal ElAttrache for a second opinion and has since been placed on the 60-day injured list. (Arizona Sports)

‘Witness’ Carolina’s role in the Revolutionary War

To commemorate America’s 250th birthday, Wilson Library is hosting a new exhibition. “Witnesses to the Revolution: North Carolina and the War for Independence” explores how the American Revolution swept through North Carolina, splitting communities that had to decide whether they wanted American independence or to remain under British rule. (UNC.edu)

Video: Locked On Tar Heels - UNC Basketball Targeting Jordan Page, 10 More Top-15 Recruits

UNC amps up its basketball recruiting strategy as aggressively targets elite prospects, offering scholarships to 11 of the top 15 players in the 2027 class, including 5-star wing from Raleigh. Is this approach the key to returning the Tar Heels to blue-blood dominance? (View Video)
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