UNC Softball Walks It Off Once Again, Moves To 17-0
It was another magical day at Anderson Stadium that featured another come from behind walk off-win for UNC Softball. This time it was a walk-off fielder's choice with a throwing error to seal the 17th straight win for the Tar Heels (
Highlights). Shelby Barbee got the party started in the first with an RBI double down the line for her 25th RBI of the season. (
GoHeels.com)
Video: IC Podcast - UNC Basketball's Group Effort Highlights Win Over Virginia Tech
UNC Basketball handled Virginia Tech with a collective effort, getting the 89-82 win and setting up a final week of regular-season play with momentum and chemistry. Inside Carolina's Greg Barnes and Tommy Ashley discuss the Tar Heels' win, pivotal players that have stepped up, and what lies ahead.
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Hubert Davis' spirited halftime message changed Tar Heels' mindset
When the mindset changed after an animated halftime discussion, so did the game. With more of a presence inside and better rebounding, No. 18 North Carolina pulled away from after halftime for a big 89-82 win Saturday at the Smith Center over Virginia Tech. "We had some spirited conversations at halftime. I want to dominate points in the paint." (
Tar Heel Tribune)
Box Score: North Carolina 89, Virginia Tech 82
View the complete box score from the No. 18 North Carolina Tar Heels' 89-82 victory over the Virginia Tech Hokies on Saturday night at the Smith Center in Chapel Hill. (
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Video: Hubert Davis Post-Virginia Tech Press Conference
North Carolina head men's basketball coach
Hubert Davis speaks with the media following the No. 18 Tar Heels' 89-82 victory over the Virginia Tech Hokies on Saturday night at the Smith Center in Chapel Hill.
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Video: Henri Veesaar, Tar Heels Hold Off Hokies, 89-82 - Highlights
Jonathan Powell scored 12 points in the first half and
Henri Veesaar had 18 in the second as No. 18 North Carolina shot over 50 percent in both halves and topped Virginia Tech, 89-82, on Saturday night in the Smith Center. Check out the highlights.
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Lucas: UNC vs. Virginia Tech Rapid Reactions
UNC played a solid second half, defeating Virginia Tech, 89-82. The Tar Heels weren't crisp in the first half, but hung around and allowed their standouts to take over.
Henri Veesaar scored 18 of his career-high tying 26 points after the break, and
Seth Trimble added 13 of his 20. The win tied the program mark for most home wins in a season (17-0). (
GoHeels.com)
Video: UNC Basketball Players Post-Virginia Tech Locker Room Interviews
North Carolina's
Kyan Evans,
Henri Veesaar,
Jonathan Powell, and Seth Trimble speak with reporters following the No. 18 Tar Heels' 89-82 win over Virginia Tech on Saturday night at the Smith Center.
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Henri Veesaar matches season-high 26 points to lead No. 18 North Carolina past Virginia Tech
Henri Veesaar matched a season-high with 26 points,
Seth Trimble scored 20, and No. 18 North Carolina pulled away in the second half to beat Virginia Tech 89-82 on Saturday.
Jonathan Powell scored 15 off the bench, 13 of which came before halftime. The Tar Heels improved to 17-0 at home, matching their most wins in a season at the Smith Center. (
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Henri Veesaar Shines, North Carolina Downs Virginia Tech 89-82
North Carolina remained perfect at home Saturday, knocking off Virginia Tech 89-82. The win is UNC’s 23rd of the season, boosting the Tar Heels’ record to 23-6, and 11-5 in ACC play. With Saturday’s win, the Tar Heels have moved themselves into a tie for fourth place in the
ACC standings with Clemson, setting up a colossal matchup with the Tigers Tuesday. (
Inside Carolina)
No. 8 UNC Men's Basketball Hosts Virginia Tech Saturday Night - Pregame Notes
UNC Men's Basketball closes out February hosting Virginia Tech at 8:30 p.m. Saturday in the penultimate home game of the season. The Tar Heels are 16-0 in the Smith Center this season. Carolina is 22-6 overall, tied for fourth at 10-5 in the
ACC standings, while the Hokies are 18-10, 7-8. Carolina will play without
Caleb Wilson for the fifth straight game. (
GoHeels.com)
Jake Schaffner leads No. 8 UNC Baseball to third straight run-rule victory
Jake Schaffner, the latest in a line of dynamic UNC leadoff men, went 3-for-4 with a home run and four RBI as No. 8 UNC Baseball coasted to a 12-2 victory over Le Moyne on Saturday at Boshamer Stadium. Schaffner leads the Tar Heels in batting average (.467), hits (21), doubles (4), triples (3), total bases (37), steals (6), and hit-by-pitches (5). (
Tar Heel Tribune)
North Carolina vs. Virginia Tech Basketball Preview: Tar Heels Host Hokies Saturday Night
Ranked No. 58 in KenPom, Virginia Tech is the third-best team UNC has hosted during ACC play this season. Tech has played excellent perimeter defense this season, holding teams to an average of 30.2 percent from beyond the arc, a mark that is top-20 nationally. The flipside, however, is the number of points the Hokies give up below the 3-point line. (
Inside Carolina)
Video: Carolina Insider - Interview With Danny Green
Former Tar Heel national champion and 3x NBA Champion
Danny Green, joins
Jones Angell from the
Tar Heel Sports Network and Adam Lucas of GoHeels.com on the Carolina Insider Podcast to reflect on his time in Chapel Hill and update fans on life after basketball.
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No. 18 UNC Men's Basketball Aims to Tie Smith Center Record vs. Virginia Tech
North Carolina is one win away from tying Smith Center history. With a win on Saturday against Virginia Tech, the Tar Heels can improve to 17-0 at home and match the most wins in a season at the Smith Center. The record was set in 2012, when UNC went 17-1 on its home floor. It's the third time the Tar Heels won at least 16 games at the Smith Center. (
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