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Video: Locked On Tar Heels - Is Syracuse a 'trap game' for UNC Football?

UNC Football eyes real momentum but faces classic trap game risk as Syracuse comes to Chapel Hill. Can ’ improved play and the Tar Heels’ disciplined approach keep the win streak alive, or will past patterns of letdowns after big Duke victories haunt them once again? (View Video)

North Carolina vs. Syracuse Prediction: Will Bill Belichick's Tar Heels keep winning?

As UNC Football takes aim at their fourth win in a row against Syracuse, here are some things to know, players to watch, and a prediction. UNC 27, Syracuse 19: Despite their record, the Orange haven’t been crushed in games this season and the Tar Heels have struggled to put together a full 60 minutes. Still, UNC is set on maintaining its upward trend. (MSN.com)

Syracuse Faces Quarterback Uncertainty Ahead of Saturday's Matchup With UNC

Syracuse has used four quarterbacks this season, with Steve Angeli, Malachi Nelson, Amari Odom, and Danny Lauter all throwing at least one TD pass. Yet the Orange have maintained one of the nation's more productive passing attacks. Now, with three quarterbacks on the injury report, Syracuse faces significant uncertainty entering Saturday. (Tar Heel Blue)

Audio: Previewing UNC Football vs. Syracuse with Jones Angell

Voice of the Tar Heels previews Saturday’s big game against the Syracuse Orange in Kenan Stadium. It’s a rare prime-time night game, and North Carolina is favored to win, looking to build on a two-game win streak against a Syracuse team that’s still looking for its first ACC victory. But Jones says the Orange are not to be taken lightly. (Chapelboro.com)

Video: Locked On Tar Heels - Fixing UNC Basketball's Weaknesses

UNC Basketball faces tough questions after Indiana exposed weaknesses in rebounding, turnovers, and backcourt consistency. Can ’s squad fix these issues before the regular season tips off? Hosts Isaac Schade and Josh Marlow discuss potential solutions. (View Video)

Three things to watch during UNC Football’s home game against Syracuse

UNC hopes to get its third win a row and fifth on the season Saturday at the expense of Syracuse. Currently 0-4 in the ACC, Syracuse’s two wins this season have come over New Hampshire by a lot and by one over UConn in OT. Thanks to injury, Syracuse has played four quarterbacks so far this season, which one starts against UNC is anyone’s guess. (Tar Heel Blog)

A workhorse and a journeyman, Angelo Brizzi’s competitiveness compels his play

It’s the bow on his college career. The final page. The closing curtain. Whatever you call it, this is it. Five teams, five seasons, four states. When asked about , senior forward ’s first thought was the three-letter colloquial term for an older person. “Unc,” Stevenson said through a giggle. The graduate guard has bounced around. (Daily Tar Heel)

Video: Justin Jackson On UNC Basketball, Roy Williams, Hubert Davis, New Arena, And More

, whose No. 44 hangs from the Smith Center rafters, joined the “Tar Heel Tribune Podcast” to talk about this season’s UNC basketball team, playing for , his feelings about , his view on a future arena, and much more. (View Video)

Pitcher Caden Glauber Ready to Take Next Step in Sophomore Season at UNC

Coming off a rookie season that earned national recognition, is back for his sophomore season as he looks to build upon the breakout year that established him as one of the premier pitchers in college baseball. The honors included First-Team All-American, National Freshman of the Year, ACC Freshman of the Year, and First-Team All-ACC. (Inside Carolina)

Video: IC Podcast - UNC vs. Syracuse Football Preview

Jason Staples, Greg Barnes, and Tommy Ashley of Inside Carolina discuss UNC Football's matchup with Syracuse on Saturday night in Kenan Stadium. The Tar Heels face a 'Cuse team struggling to find an offensive identity at quarterback but have one of the nations best receivers in Umari Hatcher. (View Video)

Achol Akot is a ‘full-grown problem,’ but carries whimsy on and off the basketball court

Senior forward arrived in Chapel Hill after stops at UCF and Oklahoma State. At OSU, she ranked No. 2 in the Big 12, shooting 63.3 percent from the field. Akot’s first two years of her college career were spent at UCF, where in her last season she averaged 6.6 points per game. At OSU, she nearly doubled that. But it still wasn’t enough for her. (Daily Tar Heel)

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

North Carolina head football coach joins from the Tar Heel Sports Network to recap UNC's win over Duke, preview Saturday night's matchup against Syracuse, answer questions from Tar Heel fans, and more.. (Listen To Podcast)

Banghart: UNC Women’s Basketball Enters Season With Enhanced Roster

For UNC women’s basketball, a new season is right around the corner, and it brings a familiar standard. The Tar Heels look to build on last season’s second straight Sweet 16 appearance, while finding out just how good this group can become. With a demanding schedule ahead, coach says the work begins with an experienced roster. (Chapelboro.com)

Kevin Thomas ready to win at the next level

After committing to LSU in October of 2025, thought he knew where he would spend his college basketball career as he chased his dreams of making the NBA. Then Tigers head coach Matt McMahon was fired and replaced by Will Wade. Suddenly Thomas had nowhere to go. Then texted. For Thomas, the decision was easy. (Daily Tar Heel)

Cole Anthony Wows Wyndham

Wednesday was a day to remember for a group of local basketball players with Melbourne United star taking them through their paces at Wyndham’s Eagle Stadium. The clinic was the first one that Cole and his foundation, the 50 Ways Foundation, have run since he has been in Australia. Anthony said they were loving the opportunity. (Star Weekly)
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Friday, October 23
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Chapel Hill, N.C.
 
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1:00 PM College Park, Md.
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1:00 PM Boone, N.C.
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8:30 PM Chapel Hill, N.C.
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Tuesday, October 27
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October 24, 1992
North Carolina defeats heavily favored national power Georgia Tech 26-14 in Chapel Hill. Fans celebrate by tearing down the goal posts for the first time ever in Kenan Stadium.
October 24, 2019
Vince Carter of the Atlanta Hawks checks into the game against the Detroit Pistons for the first time in the 2019 season, making it officially 22 seasons in the NBA, the most of any player in history.
October 24, 2021
Anson Dorrance claims career victory No. 900 as UNC Women's Soccer coach, an NCAA record, as the Tar Heels down No. 15 Notre Dame in double overtime, 2-1.
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