https://www.tarheeltimes.com/UNC Basketball, Football and Recruiting Newsen-US4/14/2026 8:43:26 PMhttps://www.tarheeltimes.com/https://www.tarheeltimes.com/article165862.aspxhttps://www.tarheeltimes.com/article165862.aspxUNC Women's Basketball has announced the addition of veteran guard Chloe Clardy. The 5-9 Clardy comes to Chapel Hill after spending three seasons at Stanford. With the Cardinal, Clardy appeared in 98 games for Stanford with 29 total starts. This past season, Clardy played in 33 games with 11 starts, posting a career-best 12.0 points per game.UNC Women's Basketball has announced the addition of veteran guard Chloe Clardy. The 5-9 Clardy comes to Chapel Hill after spending three seasons at Stanford. With the Cardinal, Clardy appeared in 98 games for Stanford with 29 total starts. This past season, Clardy played in 33 games with 11 starts, posting a career-best 12.0 points per game.Tue, 14 Apr 2026 20:42:00 -0400https://www.tarheeltimes.com/article165856.aspxhttps://www.tarheeltimes.com/article165856.aspxUNC freshman guard Liza Astakhova has entered the transfer portal. She played only 12 games and 57 minutes during her only season at UNC, scoring 25 points and pulling down 12 rebounds. With the glut of guards, including three from the transfer portal, and four others returning, her prospects for more playing time next season didn’t look promising.UNC freshman guard Liza Astakhova has entered the transfer portal. She played only 12 games and 57 minutes during her only season at UNC, scoring 25 points and pulling down 12 rebounds. With the glut of guards, including three from the transfer portal, and four others returning, her prospects for more playing time next season didn’t look promising.Tue, 14 Apr 2026 16:58:00 -0400https://www.tarheeltimes.com/article165853.aspxhttps://www.tarheeltimes.com/article165853.aspxThe reach of North Carolina women's basketball is undeniable, with head coach Courtney Banghart and her staff adding Sophie Burrows to their guard rotation for the 2026-27 season. Burrows dons Carolina Blue after spending three seasons at Syracuse, originally hailing from Lower Plenty, Australia. The 6-2 guard appeared in 92 games for the Orange.The reach of North Carolina women's basketball is undeniable, with head coach Courtney Banghart and her staff adding Sophie Burrows to their guard rotation for the 2026-27 season. Burrows dons Carolina Blue after spending three seasons at Syracuse, originally hailing from Lower Plenty, Australia. The 6-2 guard appeared in 92 games for the Orange.Tue, 14 Apr 2026 12:59:00 -0400https://www.tarheeltimes.com/article165841.aspxhttps://www.tarheeltimes.com/article165841.aspxFor the first time since 2021, a Tar Heel was selected in the WNBA Draft with UNC's Indya Nivar selected 28th overall by the Atlanta Dream in the second round of the 2026 WNBA Draft. Nivar is the 22nd Tar Heel to be drafted and the second under coach Courtney Banghart, and the first since 2021 when Stephanie Watts was selected in the first round.For the first time since 2021, a Tar Heel was selected in the WNBA Draft with UNC's Indya Nivar selected 28th overall by the Atlanta Dream in the second round of the 2026 WNBA Draft. Nivar is the 22nd Tar Heel to be drafted and the second under coach Courtney Banghart, and the first since 2021 when Stephanie Watts was selected in the first round.Tue, 14 Apr 2026 06:22:00 -0400https://www.tarheeltimes.com/article165829.aspxhttps://www.tarheeltimes.com/article165829.aspxUNC Women's Basketball has announced the addition of Achol Akot for the 2026-27 season. The 6-1 forward spent the past season at Oklahoma State, averaging 12.4 points and 7.2 rebounds per game for the Cowgirls. In three seasons of college action between UCF and Oklahoma State, Akot is averaging 8.3 points and 6.6 rebounds per game.UNC Women's Basketball has announced the addition of Achol Akot for the 2026-27 season. The 6-1 forward spent the past season at Oklahoma State, averaging 12.4 points and 7.2 rebounds per game for the Cowgirls. In three seasons of college action between UCF and Oklahoma State, Akot is averaging 8.3 points and 6.6 rebounds per game.Mon, 13 Apr 2026 15:54:00 -0400https://www.tarheeltimes.com/article165819.aspxhttps://www.tarheeltimes.com/article165819.aspxWhat a week! Michael Malone was hired as UNC’s new Men’s Basketball coach, the transfer portal is in overdrive, Maximo Adams is still a Tar Heel, Bill Belichick went Bananas, Women’s Basketball landed three commitments, there was a Softball no-hitter, a new Baseball commitment, and more in this week's newsletter.What a week! Michael Malone was hired as UNC’s new Men’s Basketball coach, the transfer portal is in overdrive, Maximo Adams is still a Tar Heel, Bill Belichick went Bananas, Women’s Basketball landed three commitments, there was a Softball no-hitter, a new Baseball commitment, and more in this week's newsletter.Mon, 13 Apr 2026 09:08:00 -0400https://www.tarheeltimes.com/article165743.aspxhttps://www.tarheeltimes.com/article165743.aspxKeyed by the UNC Women's Basketball team's Sweet 16 appearance in the NCAA Tournament and top-20 finishes by men's and women's fencing and men's swimming and diving, the University of North Carolina continues its lead in the 2025-26 Learfield Directors' Cup standings. The Tar Heels have amassed 781.50 points, 35.25 ahead of Stanford.Keyed by the UNC Women's Basketball team's Sweet 16 appearance in the NCAA Tournament and top-20 finishes by men's and women's fencing and men's swimming and diving, the University of North Carolina continues its lead in the 2025-26 Learfield Directors' Cup standings. The Tar Heels have amassed 781.50 points, 35.25 ahead of Stanford.Thu, 09 Apr 2026 14:21:00 -0400https://www.tarheeltimes.com/article165712.aspxhttps://www.tarheeltimes.com/article165712.aspxSophomore guard Elina Aarnisalo has become the third UNC Women’s Basketball player to enter the transfer portal, doing so with a "do not contact" tag. She joins Lanie Grant and Taliyah Henderson as Tar Heels in the portal. Aarnisalo, who led UNC in scoring over four of its last six games, transferred to UNC after spending her freshman season at UCLA.Sophomore guard Elina Aarnisalo has become the third UNC Women’s Basketball player to enter the transfer portal, doing so with a "do not contact" tag. She joins Lanie Grant and Taliyah Henderson as Tar Heels in the portal. Aarnisalo, who led UNC in scoring over four of its last six games, transferred to UNC after spending her freshman season at UCLA.Wed, 08 Apr 2026 10:53:00 -0400https://www.tarheeltimes.com/article165655.aspxhttps://www.tarheeltimes.com/article165655.aspxThe UNC Basketball coaching search is coming into focus now that Tommy Lloyd and Dusty May have committed to remain with their programs. Transfer portal losses have begun in men’s and women’s basketball, Marcus Paige has found a new coaching home, Football gained one commitment and lost another, and much more.The UNC Basketball coaching search is coming into focus now that Tommy Lloyd and Dusty May have committed to remain with their programs. Transfer portal losses have begun in men’s and women’s basketball, Marcus Paige has found a new coaching home, Football gained one commitment and lost another, and much more.Mon, 06 Apr 2026 08:43:00 -0400https://www.tarheeltimes.com/article165622.aspxhttps://www.tarheeltimes.com/article165622.aspxWestern North Carolina continues to rebuild after Helene changed their community forever in Sept. 2024. Former University of North Carolina women’s basketball coach Sylvia Hatchell has spent the last year helping her neighbors in Fairview. It includes loaning her equipment to the fire department along with contacting state and federal leaders.Western North Carolina continues to rebuild after Helene changed their community forever in Sept. 2024. Former University of North Carolina women’s basketball coach Sylvia Hatchell has spent the last year helping her neighbors in Fairview. It includes loaning her equipment to the fire department along with contacting state and federal leaders.Sat, 04 Apr 2026 06:58:00 -0400https://www.tarheeltimes.com/article165590.aspxhttps://www.tarheeltimes.com/article165590.aspxFor the second time in as many days, a UNC Women's Basketball player announced plans to enter the transfer portal. After one season with the Tar Heels, Taliyah Henderson announced she was moving on from UNC a day after sophomore Lanie Grant announced she would enter the portal. The transfer portal opens Monday and closes April 20.For the second time in as many days, a UNC Women's Basketball player announced plans to enter the transfer portal. After one season with the Tar Heels, Taliyah Henderson announced she was moving on from UNC a day after sophomore Lanie Grant announced she would enter the portal. The transfer portal opens Monday and closes April 20.Thu, 02 Apr 2026 15:31:00 -0400https://www.tarheeltimes.com/article165575.aspxhttps://www.tarheeltimes.com/article165575.aspxAfter two seasons and 4 1/2 years after she committed to the Tar Heels, Lanie Grant has decided to enter the transfer portal. Grant committed to UNC in 2021 at age 14 and sacrificed her senior season at James River High School in Midlothian, Va., to come to UNC. According to a source, she nearly entered the portal last offseason but changed her mind.After two seasons and 4 1/2 years after she committed to the Tar Heels, Lanie Grant has decided to enter the transfer portal. Grant committed to UNC in 2021 at age 14 and sacrificed her senior season at James River High School in Midlothian, Va., to come to UNC. According to a source, she nearly entered the portal last offseason but changed her mind.Wed, 01 Apr 2026 20:29:00 -0400https://www.tarheeltimes.com/article165544.aspxhttps://www.tarheeltimes.com/article165544.aspxFrom November to March, UNC Women's Basketball built its identity on defense, rebounding, and depth. Though the season ended short of a Final Four, the program continues to progress, as the seventh-youngest team from a power conference consistently grew throughout the season. Carolina averaged 75 points per game and allowed just 59.From November to March, UNC Women's Basketball built its identity on defense, rebounding, and depth. Though the season ended short of a Final Four, the program continues to progress, as the seventh-youngest team from a power conference consistently grew throughout the season. Carolina averaged 75 points per game and allowed just 59.Tue, 31 Mar 2026 11:55:00 -0400https://www.tarheeltimes.com/article165540.aspxhttps://www.tarheeltimes.com/article165540.aspxCapping off her college career with a season-best 11.4 points and 6.9 rebounds per game, North Carolina's Nyla Harris has earned a spot in the 2026 Lilly Women's College All-Star Game. Harris is one of the top 20 seniors in the country selected to play in this weekend's game, set for Saturday, April 4, at Grand Canyon University at 1 p.m. ET on ESPN2.Capping off her college career with a season-best 11.4 points and 6.9 rebounds per game, North Carolina's Nyla Harris has earned a spot in the 2026 Lilly Women's College All-Star Game. Harris is one of the top 20 seniors in the country selected to play in this weekend's game, set for Saturday, April 4, at Grand Canyon University at 1 p.m. ET on ESPN2.Tue, 31 Mar 2026 08:41:00 -0400https://www.tarheeltimes.com/article165533.aspxhttps://www.tarheeltimes.com/article165533.aspxThe Indya Nivar everyone saw Friday is the Indya they see every day. She deserves all the praise. UNC women’s basketball’s role model and rock solid leader, quiet in words, but loud in her actions on the court, had a long-awaited breakout game on Friday. Nivar recorded a career-high 20 points, plus eight rebounds, in UNC's 63-42 loss to No. 1 UConn.The Indya Nivar everyone saw Friday is the Indya they see every day. She deserves all the praise. UNC women’s basketball’s role model and rock solid leader, quiet in words, but loud in her actions on the court, had a long-awaited breakout game on Friday. Nivar recorded a career-high 20 points, plus eight rebounds, in UNC's 63-42 loss to No. 1 UConn.Mon, 30 Mar 2026 15:24:00 -0400https://www.tarheeltimes.com/article165525.aspxhttps://www.tarheeltimes.com/article165525.aspxThe North Carolina Men's Basketball coaching search is in full swing, Caleb Wilson is off to the NBA Draft, the Smith Center vs. new arena debate is tabled for the time being, spring football kicks off with two commitments, Women’s Basketball falls in the Sweet 16, Baseball has a 4-0 week, and Women’s Lacrosse’s win streak ends at 31.The North Carolina Men's Basketball coaching search is in full swing, Caleb Wilson is off to the NBA Draft, the Smith Center vs. new arena debate is tabled for the time being, spring football kicks off with two commitments, Women’s Basketball falls in the Sweet 16, Baseball has a 4-0 week, and Women’s Lacrosse’s win streak ends at 31.Mon, 30 Mar 2026 08:51:00 -0400https://www.tarheeltimes.com/article165487.aspxhttps://www.tarheeltimes.com/article165487.aspxFor one half, UNC Women's Basketball showed the best team in the country the kind of defense that thrust the Tar Heels into the national spotlight. No. 1 UConn could only be held down so long, though. The Huskies used a 19-0 run to do what they do to every opponent, pulling away for a 63-42 victory on Friday at the Sweet 16 in Fort Worth, Texas.For one half, UNC Women's Basketball showed the best team in the country the kind of defense that thrust the Tar Heels into the national spotlight. No. 1 UConn could only be held down so long, though. The Huskies used a 19-0 run to do what they do to every opponent, pulling away for a 63-42 victory on Friday at the Sweet 16 in Fort Worth, Texas.Fri, 27 Mar 2026 21:24:00 -0400https://www.tarheeltimes.com/article165486.aspxhttps://www.tarheeltimes.com/article165486.aspxView the complete box score from the No. 4 seed UNC Women's Basketball team's 63-42 loss to the No. 1 UConn Huskies in the NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 on Friday night in Fort Worth, Texas.View the complete box score from the No. 4 seed UNC Women's Basketball team's 63-42 loss to the No. 1 UConn Huskies in the NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 on Friday night in Fort Worth, Texas.Fri, 27 Mar 2026 19:17:00 -0400https://www.tarheeltimes.com/article165483.aspxhttps://www.tarheeltimes.com/article165483.aspxIn the Sweet 16 for the second straight season, No. 4-seeded North Carolina Women's Basketball takes on No. 1 overall seed UConn Friday as the Tar Heels look to make their first trip to the Elite 8 since 2014. The Tar Heels and Huskies meet for the second time in NCAA Tournament action, with the tip from Fort Worth, Texas set for 5 p.m. ET on ESPN.In the Sweet 16 for the second straight season, No. 4-seeded North Carolina Women's Basketball takes on No. 1 overall seed UConn Friday as the Tar Heels look to make their first trip to the Elite 8 since 2014. The Tar Heels and Huskies meet for the second time in NCAA Tournament action, with the tip from Fort Worth, Texas set for 5 p.m. ET on ESPN.Fri, 27 Mar 2026 15:31:00 -0400https://www.tarheeltimes.com/article165478.aspxhttps://www.tarheeltimes.com/article165478.aspxUNC Women's Basketball will play in the NCAA Tournament’s Sweet 16 for the second consecutive season Friday in Fort Worth, TX. If Carolina wants to reach the Elite Eight, it will have to spring a major upset over the tournament’s No. 1 overall seed and defending champion, UConn. The Huskies are 36-0 this season and have won 52 games in a row.UNC Women's Basketball will play in the NCAA Tournament’s Sweet 16 for the second consecutive season Friday in Fort Worth, TX. If Carolina wants to reach the Elite Eight, it will have to spring a major upset over the tournament’s No. 1 overall seed and defending champion, UConn. The Huskies are 36-0 this season and have won 52 games in a row.Fri, 27 Mar 2026 12:49:00 -0400