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THT Newsletter: UNC Hosts Richmond, Recruiting Updates, 3 Baseball Commits, Volleyball's 5-0 Start

It’s been another busy week in UNC sports. Football hosts Richmond on Saturday, Volleyball is off to a perfect 5-0 start after sweeping No. 11 Florida, the Diamond Heels landed three big baseball commitments, is out on the recruiting trail, we met and , UNC's ACC basketball schedule is out, and more. (Tar Heel Times Newsletter)

THT Newsletter: On to Charlotte, Hubert Davis on Pressure and Expectations, Bryson Howard Visit

UNC Football’s game against TCU was a perfect 10 off the field but left a lot to be desired between the lines. and give updates on their programs, men’s basketball hosts an official visitor this weekend, women’s basketball hosted a 5-star recruit, former UNC basketball big men are signing lucrative deals, and more. (Tar Heel Times Newsletter)

THT Newsletter: Latest On Luka, 5-Star Visits, Football, and UNC Women Ready to Compete

Thanks to the many new subscribers who joined the Tar Heel Times Newsletter over the past few days and those of you already on board. Todays edition includes the latest on the saga, football training camp updates, more basketball official visitors on the way, women's basketball/soccer/lacrosse coverage, football recruiting tidbits, and more. (Tar Heel Times Newsletter)

George Mason transfer outfielder Owen Hull commits to UNC Baseball

George Mason outfielder Owen Hull on Tuesday became UNC Baseball's seventh transfer portal commitment. Kendall Rogers of D1 Baseball called the left-handed-hitting Hull one of the best outfielders available in the portal. Hull, who also played first base, hit .367 while starting 61 games last season, mostly in right field, with eight home runs and 63 RBI. (Tar Heel Tribune)

UNC Baseball: Transfer Portal Additions

Erik Paulsen, Infielder, Stony Brook: A rare collegiate two-way, the first baseman and occasional pitcher hit .358 with 17 doubles and nine home runs. He also only struck out 12 times all year. Macon Winslow, Catcher, Duke: In the biggest surprise of them all, UNC poached crosstown rivals star catcher amidst a coaching carousel in Durham. (Tar Heel Blog)

Former Duke catcher Macon Winslow transferring to UNC

North Carolina snagged its second catcher from the transfer portal, and didn’t have to go very far to get him. After two seasons at Duke, Macon Winslow is transferring to UNC. The Hertford, N.C. native, who split time between outfield and catcher as a freshman, hit .278 with 13 doubles, nine home runs with 48 RBI and slugging percentage of .490 last season. (Tar Heel Tribune)

All-CAA reliever Trace Baker commits to UNC Baseball

Although he’s likely to be drafted in July and could sign with a major-league team, former UNCW right-handed pitcher Trace Baker has committed to UNC, giving the Tar Heels their fifth baseball transfer commitment. The 6-4, 230-pound Baker was a first-team All-CAA reliever last season in his junior year, going 4-1 with a 2.24 ERA with five saves. (Tar Heel Tribune)

UNC Baseball lands North Dakota State transfer shortstop Jake Schaffner

North Dakota State shortstop Jake Schaffner, one of the most sought-after mid-major players in the transfer portal, on Thursday became UNC’s fourth commitment. He’ll be the Tar Heels’ likely shortstop replacement for , who is out of eligibility. Schaffner was a semifinalist for the Brooks Wallace Award, recognizing college baseball’s best shortstop. (Tar Heel Tribune)

UNC Baseball lands Georgia State transfer catcher Colin Hynek

With catcher likely gone in 2026, North Carolina needs an answer at catcher. UNC also carries Liberty transfer and JuCo transfer behind the plate. On Saturday, the Diamond Heels secured a commitment from Georgia State transfer catcher Colin Hynek, who mashed 33 home runs and 91 RBI across three seasons. (USA Today)

UNC Baseball adds Georgia State transfer Michael Maginnis to 2026 roster

Just a week ago, Georgia State standout Michael Maginnis entered his name in the transfer portal. Fast forward seven days, and Maginnis has found a new home in Chapel Hill. At Georgia State, he played in 138 games, starting 121 of them. After serving as a primary infielder during his freshman season, the 6-foot-1, 211 pounder transitioned to the outfield. (Keeping It Heel)
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