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Where Caleb Wilson, Henri Veesaar Project In NBA Draft

UNC's frontcourt is firmly on the NBA radar, with projected by most to go in the top four of the 2026 NBA draft and Henri Veesaar trending toward the first round in multiple projections. Most projections have Wilson picked after Duke’s , BYU’s , and Kansas’ Darryn Peterson despite outplaying the latter two this season. (Tar Heel Tribune)

UNC Volleyball's Jackie Taylor honors late NFL dad Sean Taylor

Jackie Taylor was a 15-year-old who had been playing volleyball for two years and was coming off a nondescript season on Gulliver's JV team. At the time, there wasn't a hint she would become a middle blocker for a North Carolina team playing the NCAA tournament this week. Taylor's dad -- well, he was an athlete, too, and played in the NFL. (ESPN.com)

Carolina Insider Podcast: Jimmy Black Interview, UNC Basketball Beats Kentucky, Football Signing Day

UNC Basketball picked up a big road win in Rupp Arena defeating Kentucky 67-64 (4:50) and now hosts Georgetown (23:46). Tar Heel Football brought in 39 new players on the early Signing Day as it reloads the roster (29:38). 1982 National Champion joins (39:32). Plus, is ACC Basketball better? (19:40) (Listen To Podcast)

From Fargo to Chapel Hill, Jake Schaffner Brings Midwest Grit to UNC Baseball

If Jake Schaffner took anything away from his two years playing baseball at North Dakota State, it was that his coach, Tyler Oakes, wanted his players to be Bison. Why? Bison are the only animal that runs toward the storm. That’s the mentality Schaffner brought to Chapel Hill. The junior looks to slot in at the shortstop position vacated by . (Inside Carolina)

The Dance Continues For UNC Volleyball, Besting No. 6 Seed UTEP 3-1

UNC Volleyball won three straight sets against the UTEP Miners (26-24, 25-11, 25-18, 25-21) to advance to the round of 32 in the NCAA Tournament (Highlights). Carolina will face No. 3 seed Wisconsin on Friday night. The Tar Heels had a phenomenal showing in the first game of the postseason. UNC never trailed against the Miners in the last three sets. (GoHeels.com)

Box Score: UNC Women's Basketball 64, Texas 79

View the complete box score from the No. 11 North Carolina Tar Heels Women's Basketball team's 79-64 loss to the No. 2 Texas Longhorns on Thursday night in the ACC/SEC challenge in Austin, Texas. (View Box Score)

UNC women's basketball starts out hot at No. 2 Texas but fizzles with season-high turnover disparity

The Carolina defense that generated so many turnovers through nine games couldn’t ignite the transition game against No. 2 Texas. Without that card to play, it was a challenge for the Tar Heels, who committed a season-high 20 turnovers and forced a season-low eight. UNC led by seven early but faced its largest deficits of the season in a 79-64 loss. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Amid career year, Cowboys' Javonte Williams nearing $500K in bonuses

If didn't gain another inch this season, he still would have been worth every penny of the $3 million the Cowboys spent on him for the 2025 campaign. Except he will. And probably within the next couple of games, the veteran running back could soon cash in on an extra $500,000 to cap off what is already a career year. (USA Today)

UNC Men's Basketball Promotions For December Home Games Revealed

UNC Men's Basketball hosts five home games at the Smith Center this month with fun promotions and themes planned, including a throwback game, a toy drive, and more. This Sunday, Dec. 7, the Tar Heels host Georgetown for a throwback game. Carolina will wear their retro uniforms and fans are encouraged to wear their favorite vintage UNC gear. (GoHeels.com)

Video: Running Back Demon June 2025 UNC Football Highlights

Highlights from North Carolina true freshman running back from the Tar Heels' 2025 football season. (View Video)

The Carolina Way: Dominating the Boards

Ol' Roy must have been proud of his pupil's team Tuesday night. As he sat in his home near Pinehurst watching the Tar Heels wrestle with No. 18 Kentucky at its hallowed hall Rupp Arena, he saw UNC outrebound UK by 11 and snare more than half its own missed shots. The result: 22 second-chance points on 20 offensive rebounds. Game. Set. Match. (TarHeel247)

Drake Powell proving his defensive prowess has Brooklyn Nets eager for more

’s defensive prowess and athleticism have shown to be huge assets for the Brooklyn Nets as they focus on the future, developing their young players in another rebuilding season. On the offensive end, though, the No. 22 pick is being challenged to shoot the basketball more as he gets increasingly comfortable on the court. (New York Post)

UNC Linebacker Khmori House to enter Transfer Portal

North Carolina linebacker plans to enter the NCAA Transfer Portal. House transferred to UNC last offseason after spending his freshman season at Washington. House recorded a team-high 78 tackles this season, along with a sack, a forced fumble, a pass breakup, and an interception. House was named an All-ACC Honorable Mention selection. (On3.com)

Roster Management, Evaluation Key For UNC With Hefty Signing Class

Last season, UNC Football added 38 transfers and 31 true freshmen with two transfer portal windows. The only portal window this offseason doesn’t open until Jan. 2 and stays open for two weeks, allowing school-to-school movement. Without knowing who will leave and who will stay, UNC's large 2025 football recruiting class could impact flexibility. (Inside Carolina)

No. 11 UNC Women's Basketball Visits No. 2 Texas For ACC/SEC Challenge Thursday

No. 11 North Carolina Women's Basketball hits the road for the first time in the third year of the ACC/SEC Challenge, traveling to No. 2 Texas on Thursday night. The Tar Heels face off against the Longhorns for the second time in program history and first time since 1981. The top-15 matchup tips off at 7 p.m. ET, airing nationally on ESPN2. (GoHeels.com)
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5:00 PM Chapel Hill, Smith Center
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12:00 PM Chapel Hill, N.C.
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Friday, December 12
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7:00 PM Chapel Hill, N.C.
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Saturday, December 13
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2:00 PM Chapel Hill, Smith Center
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Sunday, December 14
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4:00 PM Chapel Hill, N.C.
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Tuesday, December 16
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8:00 PM Chapel Hill, Smith Center
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Football
Brandon Robinson (28)
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