Sophie Burrows goes from Syracuse to UNC Women's Basketball with lofty goals, Olympic dreams
Playing on the other side of the world from home,
Sophie Burrows came to America to advance her basketball career and reach a goal of playing in the Olympics for Australia. When the versatile 6-2 guard entered the transfer portal after three seasons at Syracuse, Burrows looked for a program that would keep her on track to play in the 2028 Games. (
Tar Heel Tribune)
Caleb Wilson doesn't carry himself like the average NBA rookie
The draft whisper was that
Caleb Wilson couldn’t shoot. So he became one of the best three-point shooters in Summer League. He shows you, and maybe you began to think a little Derrick Rose. And then maybe we add a dash of that
Michael Jordan magic dust. But we should have thrown in a little Phil Jackson, because
Caleb Wilson is also a little bit Zen. (
NBA.com)
Bill Belichick Backs Billy Edwards Amid UNC Passing Game Struggles
As UNC prepares for Notre Dame this weekend at Kenan Stadium, fans shouldn’t expect a quarterback change. After
Billy Edwards' poor showing at Clemson, questions emerged over whether the sixth-year senior’s struggles might prompt
Bill Belichick and Bobby Petrino to reconsider the position during UNC’s open week. That doesn’t seem to be the case. (
Inside Carolina)
Video: Wes Durham Joins Tar Heel Tribune Podcast To Discuss UNC Football, Basketball, Woody Durham
Wes Durham joins the "Tar Heel Tribune Podcast" to preview this weekend's UNC vs. Notre Dame matchup, Carolina’s football and men’s basketball programs, the chances the Tar Heels move to another league, and how his dad, legendary Voice of the Tar Heels
Woody Durham, had no idea of the impact he had on fans.
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Jelani Thurman Embracing His All-Around Role For UNC Football
Three games into his first season at UNC,
Jelani Thurman is already showing more of what he can do as a pass catcher. His 11 receptions for 183 yards and a touchdown through three games has already surpassed his receiving numbers from last season at Ohio State. For Thurman, being an all-around tight end goes beyond his receiving production. (
TarHeel247)
UNC Men’s Soccer Handles West Florida, 2-0
UNC Men's Soccer turned in a professional performance in a 2-0 win over West Florida on Wednesday at Dorrance Field (
Highlights). Faraji Ramani scored first collegiate goal in the 33rd minute. Joschi Schelb added his fourth goal in four games and seventh on the season in the 59th minute to double the lead as the Tar Heels improve to 4-2-3 on the season. (
GoHeels.com)
Video: Locked On Tar Heels - Can Angelo Brizzi's Experience Translate To UNC Basketball?
UNC Basketball has added a proven sharpshooter in
Angelo Brizzi, aiming to strengthen the Tar Heels' backcourt depth. Will Brizzi’s 3-point prowess — after averaging 14.5 points and 37% from deep at Buffalo — translate to success in Chapel Hill?
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North Carolina Knows It Needs More From the Deep Passing Game
After three games, it's no secret that North Carolina's deep-passing game hasn't clicked. The stats speak for themself. But the coaching staff knows finding explosive plays is something the Tar Heels must do to enhance the offense. That's why they made it a priority to look for fixes and ways to open up the passing game during the team's second open date. (
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$12.3M Michael Jordan Jersey Takes NBA Collectibles to New Heights
The jersey that
Michael Jordan wore during Game 3 of the 1998 NBA Finals sold for $12.3 million. It topped the previous NBA record of $10.1 million in 2022 for another MJ jersey during those same finals. The most expensive sports team jersey ever sold was Babe Ruth's "called shot" jersey from the 1932 World Series. It fetched $24.1 million in 2024. (
Yahoo! Sports)
Special Warfare Center & School Hosts UNC Wrestling To Inspire Future Force Generation
When college wrestlers meet Army special operations at the U.S. Army John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center and School, the common ground is forged in sweat, performance, and the pursuit of excellence. The Special Operations Center of Excellence welcomed 39 members from the University of North Carolina's wrestling team on Sept. 21, 2026. (
GoHeels.com)
No. 3 Notre Dame will challenge its top-ranked defense with test at North Carolina
Notre Dame’s defense seems to have turned a corner. Four games into last season, it was answering questions about whether it was stout enough to help the Fighting Irish make a title run. Four games into this season, the numbers indicate there’s not much doubt. The No. 3 Fighting Irish allow the fewest yards per game entering Saturday at UNC. (
Associated Press)
Summer Denigan, Bella Devey Named To MAC Hermann Trophy Mid-Season Watch List
The 2026 MAC Hermann Trophy Mid-Season Watch List was announced Wednesday afternoon, and Summer Denigan and Bella Devey represent North Carolina. Last season, Denigan capped off her standout career at Georgia as a MAC Hermann Semifinalist and First Team All-America honoree. Devey has continued to have a breakout sophomore season. (
GoHeels.com)
Extra Points: Memory Lane
Ray Perkins, Bill Parcells, and
Bill Belichick were having a discussion before a New York Giants training camp scrimmage in July, 1981. The subject was rookie outside linebacker from North Carolina,
Lawrence Taylor. Perkins (head coach), Parcells (defensive coordinator), and Belichick (linebackers coach) came to a consensus. "He's our best player." (
GoHeels.com)
Houston Dash Defender Avery Patterson Named to U.S. Women’s National Team Roster
Houston Dash defender and former UNC Women's Soccer standout
Avery Patterson has been named to the U.S. Women’s National Team roster for a pair of friendlies against Spain in October. Patterson has established herself as a regular contributor with the U.S. Women’s National Team since making her senior team debut against Brazil on April 5, 2025. (
Houston Dash)
Monmouth Men's Basketball Announces Addition of Shammond Williams to Coaching Staff
Shammond Williams, a talented coach with 13 years of collegiate coaching experience, has been named an Assistant Coach by Monmouth University Men's Basketball Head Coach
King Rice. In addition to his coaching experience, Williams was a member of the NBA for nine seasons and played professionally for 16 years following four seasons at UNC. (
Monmouth Hawks)