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Christo Kelly On UNC Offensive Line's Execution, Backing Bill Belichick, And More

discussed 's willingness to listen to player feedback and adjust throughout the season. "When I tell you he's open to hearing everything, he's open to hearing everything." Kelly pointed to captains' meetings and exit meetings as opportunities for players to share thoughts on practice schedules, offensive procedures, and more. (TarHeel247)

Video: Locked On Tar Heels - ACC Basketball Preseason Snubs

UNC Basketball faces ACC media skepticism, landing fifth in preseason polls and notably absent from the preseason All-ACC First and Second Teams. Can , , , and Neo Avdalas prove the doubters wrong? (View Video)

Kevin Thomas Embracing Michael Malone's Vision for His Freshman Season

has made his expectations for clear: bring energy. As the 6-foot-6, 205-pound wing prepares for his first season of college basketball, North Carolina’s new head coach has already outlined the role he envisions for the athletic freshman and what it will take for him to carve out a place in the Tar Heel basketball rotation. (Inside Carolina)

Video: UNC Men's Basketball Season Preview with Michael Malone, Jarin Stevenson, Neo Avdalas

ACC Digital Network host Wes Bryant sat down with UNC Basketball coach Malone, forward , and guard to talk about why they fit best at Carolina, how each spent their offseason, and their outlook on the upcoming season. (View Video)

UNC Volleyball Finds Its Rhythm as Winning Streak Reaches Seven

UNC Volleyball's comeback against Georgia Tech was a memorable turning point, but the victories that followed have shown the Tar Heels are building momentum beyond one match. Seven straight wins have given Carolina a strong start to ACC play. Now, with Notre Dame and Louisville up next, the Tar Heels have an opportunity to extend that momentum. (Tar Heel Blue)

Podcast: Carolina Football Live - UNC vs. Pitt Recap, Duke Preview

North Carolina head football coach joins to recap the Tar Heels' 21-17 victory over No. 25 Pitt, preview Saturday's matchup at Duke, answer questions from Tar Heel fans, and more. (Listen To Podcast)

Xavier Lewis’ Unlikely Journey from Unheralded Recruit to UNC Football Star

joined Rolesville football coach Ranier Rackley and defensive coordinator in the meeting room. Reddick, a former UNC linebacker, knew of Belichick’s interest in Zavion Griffin-Haynes. But there was another player with hardly any recruiting momentum he wanted to endorse. "Coach, we’ve got a dawg a lot of people haven’t seen.’" (Chapelboro.com)

Carolina Insider Podcast: Duke preview, Indiana preview, Malloy Smith and Andrew Threatt join

UNC Football visits Duke in the Battle for the Victory Bell (4:56). Tar Heel Basketball has its second exhibition match-up as it travels to Indianapolis to face the Indiana Hoosiers (26:15). from Carolina Basketball joins (52:18), as does from Carolina Football (1:14:08). (Listen To Podcast)

UNC Football vs. Duke: 3 keys and a prediction

Prediction: North Carolina 23, Duke 20: The Tar Heels were a mess last season and nearly knocked off the eventual ACC champions. More disciplined with a clear identity, UNC finds itself in a much better place with a prime opportunity to reclaim the Victory Bell on Saturday. 's team will get it done with a strong fourth quarter in Durham. (MSN.com)

How UNC Safety Greg Smith Went From Limited Role to Defensive Mainstay

After transferring from Florida to UNC, safety didn't play much as a redshirt freshman in 2025. But when former defensive coordinator Steve Belichick called for that one third-down package, Smith and then-freshman jogged onto the field together, looking to make plays. They knew that was their chance to impress the coaches. (TarHeel247)

No. 1 UNC Women's Soccer wins battle at Clemson for ninth straight victory

No. 1 UNC Women's Soccer played its first match in 13 days, but there was no rust in the Tar Heels’ defense or from goaltender Hannah Johann. UNC limited Clemson to four shots and no corners on Thursday night in a 1-0 road victory to extend the Tar Heels’ win streak to nine (Highlights). Sophomore midfielder Hope Munson’s first half goal held up. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Video: Coby White - A Carolina Story

's journey to the NBA is a story of resilience and perseverance. From growing up in Goldsboro, North Carolina, to playing under at the University of North Carolina, to now being back in North Carolina with the Charlotte Hornets, Coby is the embodiment of a Charlotte Hornet. (View Video)

Xavier Lewis Named To AP College Football Midseason All-America First Team

North Carolina's was named to the Associated Press Midseason All-America First Team on Thursday. Lewis was one of two interior defensive linemen selected to the AP Midseason All-America First Team. The honor adds to a breakout season for the Rolesville, North Carolina, native, who has emerged as one of the nation's top defensive linemen. (GoHeels.com)

Video: Tar Heel Tribune - Bryn Renner Previews UNC vs. Duke

Former North Carolina quarterback joins the “Tar Heel Tribune Podcast” to discuss this Saturday's UNC vs. Duke game, what the Tar Heels need to do to win, insights into playing in the rivalry, and the college football scene. (View Video)

Sacramento Kings Convert Leaky Black to Two-Way Contract

The Sacramento Kings have converted forward to a two-way contract. In two NBA seasons, Black has averaged 4.3 points, 3.0 rebounds, and 1.1 assists per game across 41 games (12 starts) with the Charlotte Hornets (2023-24) and Washington Wizards (2025-26). Prior to his NBA career, Black played five seasons at North Carolina. (Sacramento Kings)
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October 17, 1992
Natrone Means rushes for 216 yards, helping UNC to a 27-7 triumph over No. 16 Virginia. Means carried 31 times as the Tar Heels recorded their first win over a ranked team in 10 years.
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Eric Ebron sets UNC's single-game tight end receiving yardage record with 199 yards and a touchdown, but the Tar Heels fall to Miami 27-23 on "Zero Dark Thursday" in Chapel Hill.
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