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Meet UNC’s Sarah Ferguson: A musician, model and the first paraplegic Marching Tar Heel

On early mornings, you might find University of North Carolina student Sarah Ferguson doing laps around campus, camera in hand, taking advantage of the quiet. Seeing students run in the morning isn’t unique, but Ferguson’s circumstances are: after becoming paralyzed from the legs down in 2020, her morning laps take place in her wheelchair. (Daily Tar Heel)

Drake Maye Emerging as True Leader for Patriots Ahead of Third NFL Season

was MVP runner-up last season with a QB rating of 113.5. He threw over 2,000 more yards than his rookie season and had twice as many TDs. The 24-year-old led the NFL in completion percentage and yards per attempt. Though the Patriots lost the Super Bowl to the Seahawks, Maye has elevated his game as a player and a leader. (NESN)

'Sky's the Limit' for Sayon Keita

When committed to UNC on April 28, his potential was never in question. Keita brings a 7-foot-1, 205-pound frame with experience in Spain’s top professional league, which made him one of the top international high school prospects. Malone wasted no time confirming that sentiment about Keita’s ceiling. "I think he has unlimited potential." (Inside Carolina)

What UNC Basketball Fans Can Expect From a Michael Malone Team

"I hope we're hard-working," UNC Basketball coach said. "We're a team that leaves it out there every night. That we exhibit toughness. We play with an unselfish mindset. We don't just play with each other; we play for each other. Those intangibles of playing hard, of being tough, and playing together lead to bigger and better things." (TarHeel247)

Bridget Malone's Career Night Leads No. 19 UNC Volleyball To Thrilling Win Over Colorado State

No.19 UNC Volleyball (4-0) remains undefeated after a 5-set battle against Colorado State on Friday at Carmichael Arena (25-19, 25-21, 21-25, 18-25, 16-14, Highlights). Bridget Malone had a career night with 23 kills, five digs, and four blocks, becoming the first Tar Heel since Safi Hampton against SMU on Oct. 31, 2025 to have 20+ kills in a match. (GoHeels.com)

Smokies' top prospect Kane Kepley fueled by doubters as playoffs approach

spent much of his baseball career trying to convince people he belonged. He still plays that way, despite his status as a second-round MLB Draft pick and No. 5 prospect in the Chicago Cubs organization. The 5-foot-8, 180-pound outfielder spent his entire childhood understanding he wasn't built like players who received the most attention. (MSN.com)

No. 10 UNC Field Hockey rolls in shutout, turns corner after two early losses

After one-goal losses and its first 0-2 start in five years, UNC Field Hockey clearly has turned an early corner. The young No. 10 Tar Heels steamrolled Penn 7–0 (Highlights) Friday at Stadium in the Conference Crossover event behind goals from five players, including two each from senior Charly Bruder and freshman midfielder Sofia Ferri. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Defensive Lineman Xavier Lewis Announces Himself in UNC’s Win Over TCU

heard the question. He cleared his throat and leaned forward. He left almost no room between his lips and the microphone. "Yes," he said assertively, then paused to make sure everyone heard him. It was as if someone finally said it. And as if he could put an exclamation point on his performance. "Was this your coming out party?" (TarHeel247)

New data shows UNC’s statewide impact

UNC has released new fiscal year 2025 economic impact data that shows the influence of North Carolina’s flagship university on the state through the categories of alumni, employees, research and affiliated startups. Alumni are serving communities from rural pharmacies to coastal research labs to small-town city halls to startup accelerators. (UNC.edu)

Time is of the Essence to Figure out UNC Football's GM Position

In August, when UNC Football general manager Michael Lombardi was suspended, the approach the Tar Heels took was a group effort to cover the bases. In training camp, it’s a lot easier because August is a recruiting dead period. Now, as we are in the season with recruiting visits beginning, it becomes much more important to have somebody in place. (Inside Carolina)

Audio: 100 Years of Kenan Stadium - 'One of the More Remarkable Football Performances'

Few players have left as enduring a mark on UNC Football as running back . McCauley arrived in Chapel Hill in 1967. Before he left, he won two straight ACC Player of the Year awards and earned consensus All-America honors as a senior in 1970. Former UNC trustee Rusty Carter, a classmate of McCauley’s, remembers his greatness. (Chapelboro.com)

UNC Baseball Releases 2026 Fall Schedule

UNC Baseball has announced its 2026 fall schedule, with the first team practice set for Monday, Sept. 7. The 2026 squad that ran all the way to the College World Series Finals returns 18 players while welcoming 23 newcomers. There will be more opportunities than ever this fall to see your Diamond Heels, as coach has set four fall scrimmages. (GoHeels.com)

With deep backcourt, UNC Women's Basketball sets sights on deep NCAA Tournament run

If there is a byword as UNC enters a women’s basketball season flush with talent and high expectations, it’s flexibility. Coach said the days of designating players as point guards, wings, small forwards, and centers are over for most programs. "The game has become much faster, quicker, and more positionless," Banghart said Thursday. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Video: Locked On Tar Heels - Michael Malone’s Press Conference Sends Clear Message

's press conference Thursday presented a new vibe for UNC Basketball. He was straightforward, gave honest and thoughtful evaluations, and painted the picture of what the Tar Heels will be under him. There were updates on , , the backcourt trio, and more. (View Video)

Steelers LB Cole Holcomb opens up on grueling 18-month knee injury rehab

When Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker suffered a catastrophic knee injury during the 2023 season, the road ahead was far more complex than a standard ligament tear. What followed was a brutal 18-month rehabilitation that tested his limits, mental resolve, and future in the NFL. "I had moments where people told me I wouldn't play again." (Yahoo! Sports)
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Sunday, September 6
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Princeton logoPrinceton0
Chapel Hill, N.C.
 
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Arizona State logoArizona State0
Tempe, Ariz.
 
UNC logoMen's Soccer2
Cal logoCal2
Berkeley, Calif.
 
Wednesday, September 9
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#3 Kentucky logo#3 Kentucky
7:00 PM Lexington, Ky.
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Thursday, September 10
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Friday, September 11
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5:00 PM Chapel Hill, Karen Shelton Stadium
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7:00 PM Chapel Hill, Dorrance Field at Play2Dream Legacy Stadium
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Saturday, September 12
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East Tennessee State logoEast Tennessee State
12:00 PM Chapel Hill, Kenan Stadium
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Sunday, September 13
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12:00 PM Richmond, Va.
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1:00 PM Chapel Hill, N.C.
 
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Always dream and shoot higher than you know you can do. Don't bother just to be better than your contemporaries or predecessors. Try to be better than yourself.
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Today In UNC History
September 7, 1996
#24 UNC beats #9 Syracuse, led by QB Donovan McNabb, 27-10 for its first road win over a top-10 team in 30 years
September 7, 2002
Dan Orner kicks a UNC-record-long 55 yard field goal in a 30-22 win at Syracuse
September 7, 2018
Charlie Scott, UNC's first African-American scholarship athlete and five-time ABA and NBA All-Star, is inducted into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame during an enshrinement ceremony in Springfield, Massachusetts.
September 7, 2019
Return of the Mack: UNC knocks off Miami in the final minute, 28-25, to begin the season 2-0 in Mack Brown's return to Kenan Stadium as the Tar Heels' head football coach.
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