Tar Heel Times
Your comprehensive source for Tar Heel sports news

What the numbers and analytics say about UNC Basketball signee Neoklis Avdalas

UNC Basketball secured one of the nation’s most dynamic players in out of the transfer portal. The 6-foot-9 Virginia Tech transfer is extremely versatile. He can play on the wing and take over point guard duties if called upon. Because of his height, he could also play in the post if needed. Here is an advanced analytics breakdown of Avdalas. (USA Today)

UNC Men's Lacrosse, Syracuse Meet Friday Night In ACC Tournament Semifinal

The second-seeded UNC men's lacrosse team will meet No. 3 Syracuse on Friday night in the semifinal of the 2026 Atlantic Coast Conference Men's Lacrosse Championship. Opening faceoff between the Tar Heels and Orange is set for 8 PM, televised on ACC Network. The Tar Heels hold a 22-21 all-time record in the ACC Tournament, winning nine titles. (GoHeels.com)

Video: TarHeel247 Podcast - Why Maxim Logue Is Not Expected To Enroll At UNC

Andrew Jones and Jacob Turner from TarHeel247 discuss Thursday's news that FAU power forward is no longer expected to transfer to UNC and play for the Tar Heels next season. (View Video)

UNC football unveils special Air Jordan 14 PE

UNC Football's social media account revealed the new Air Jordan 14 Player Edition for the upcoming season, dressed in an all-Carolina blue colorway. The shoe is dominated by Carolina Blue and features black accents throughout. A UNC emblem is featured as well as the Jumpman and 23 branding on the heel. These shoes are strictly player editions. (USA Today)

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

UNC Football has concluded the second spring practice of the era. Andrew Jones and Jacob Turner of TarHeel247 discuss their takeaways, various news and notes on what they're hearing, the Tar Heels' defensive strengths and weaknesses, position battles, and more. (View Video)

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 , 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 . 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

’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

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 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 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)
< BackNext >

Scores & Schedules
Full Schedules
Men's Basketball Football Women's Basketball Baseball All UNC Schedules *All Times Eastern
Saturday, May 2
UNC logoWomen's Tennis
South Carolina logoSouth Carolina
4:00 PM Chapel Hill, N.C.
Streaming
 
Sunday, May 3
UNC logoBaseball
Duke logoDuke
2:00 PM Chapel Hill, Boshamer Stadium
ACC Network, Tickets, Streaming
 
UNC logoMen's Lacrosse
Virginia logoVirginia
12:00 PM Charlotte, N.C.
ACC Network, Streaming
 
Wednesday, May 6
UNC logoBaseball
Winthrop logoWinthrop
6:00 PM Chapel Hill, Boshamer Stadium
ACCNX, Tickets
 
UNC logoSoftball
ACC Tournament logoACC Tournament
Charlottesville, Va.
 
Thursday, May 7
UNC logoSoftball
ACC Tournament logoACC Tournament
Charlottesville, Va.
 
Tar Heel Birthdays
Ron Burton (62)
Football
Summer Green (31)
Soccer
Dee Hardison (1956-2018)
Football
Marcus Holman (35)
Lacrosse
Bentley Spain (30)
Football
J.B. Tanner (39)
Basketball
View All Birthdays
Thought for the Day
You can't build a reputation on what you are going to do.
--Henry Ford
Quotes Archive
Friendly Feedback
"I call your site 'The Carolina Newspaper', for you present all things pertaining to UNC, sports and all. Your site is the first one I look at in AM, and PM. Thank you for your good work!"
--J.M.B.
Send us your feedback What others are saying