Twitter Tuesday: T.J. Logan, UNC basketball, Georgia and more
What’s Twitter saying about UNC this week?
It was a busy week for the North Carolina Tar Heels. The big event came from Saturday’s Chick-fil-A Kickoff game against Georgia, as football season is back.
But that’s not all that was going on.
This weeks edition of Twitter Tuesday includes a variety of topics including UNC soccer legend Heather O’Reilly, Tar Heels basketball recruiting and the North Carolina football game against Georgia.
Heather O’Reilly retires from international soccer
UNC soccer legend Heather O’Reilly announces her retirement from international play at age 31. O’Reilly has been a part of the US Women’s National team since she was 17 years old.
She has played under five coaches and participated in 230 international matches. She ranks 12th all-time on the USA’s scoring list and sixth in assists.
NEWS: 15 years & 230 caps, the incomparable @HeatherOReilly retires from #USWNT: https://t.co/NLmtOavaiC #ThanksHAO pic.twitter.com/IkxnvLcagl
— U.S. Women's National Soccer Team (@USWNT) September 1, 2016
Two-time NCAA Champion, former #UNC star to retire from U.S. Soccer after 15 years https://t.co/WrnMzENoXg pic.twitter.com/xxhSwkyNmR
— Inside Carolina (formerly Carolina Blue) (@CarolinaBlue247) September 2, 2016
Farewell from the University of North Carolina women’s soccer team:
Tar Heel Nation salutes Heather O'Reilly. Enjoy your retirement. Thanks for the memories. https://t.co/e1qi2ORZnL pic.twitter.com/gdM0S47Qqg
— UNC Women's Soccer (@uncwomenssoccer) September 1, 2016
Warm words from O’Reilly in response to the positive feedback from fans:
What a journey! I appreciate all of your kind words. It's been an honor. Thank you all. Really. https://t.co/B1bctAHYZt
— Heather O'Reilly (@HeatherOReilly) September 1, 2016
UNC head basketball coach Roy Williams offers 2017 center Brandon Huffman
Late last week, Roy Williams extended a scholarship offer to 2017 big man Brandon Huffman. Huffman is a 6-foot-10, 230-pound power forward out of Raleigh, North Carolina.
UNC is looking for as many as three big men in the class of 2017 and Huffman would fill a very important vacancy for the Tar Heels.
North Carolina Offers 6-10 Big Man Brandon Huffman
— Adam Zagoria (@AdamZagoria) September 2, 2016
https://t.co/TWlfAlkSb9 @jbgcrugers @teamloadedaau pic.twitter.com/tyzSgFaBaT
2017 Brandon Huffman received the #UNC offer! Tarheel fans watch highlights here! https://t.co/nkspjPgIBk pic.twitter.com/0yjRXtmRD7
— Courtside Films (@CourtsideFilms) September 2, 2016
And maybe some good news for UNC fans:
Can also confirm this. Would imagine #UNC the team to beat for Huffman with this development. https://t.co/k71FfG1o8K
— Eric Bossi (@ebosshoops) September 1, 2016
Brandon Huffman is really underrated
— Jman (@jhardy252) September 1, 2016
UNC vs Georgia
Of course, this week’s Twitter Tuesday wouldn’t be complete without mentioning the reactions brought about by the UNC football game. The general consensus from Tar Heels fans is that the officiating in Saturday’s game was substandard.
Best part of the SEC refs in the #UNCvsUGA game was overturning Heels' catch on 3rd & 9 and ignoring blatant PI by GA defender
— Luke Russert (@LukeRussert) September 4, 2016
https://twitter.com/faith_more/status/772240719335583744
A tweet referring to the momentum swing that took place in the third quarter of Saturday’s game against Georgia. In particular, the penalty for ineligible man downfield called against UNC offensive tackle Jon Heck was highly questionable.
Prime example of how #refs can change the momentum of a game #UNCvsUGA
— Jason (@TheRuddness) September 4, 2016
Even this Michigan fan felt like the Tar Heels were getting hosed.
Refs making sure the #SEC wins this one. Terrible. #UNCvsUGA
— James Garza (@jgarza56) September 4, 2016
T.J. Logan goes off against Georgia
UNC senior running back T.J. Logan shined during the Tar Heels’ loss to Georgia. He rushed for 80 yards, including one rushing touchdown. He also had a kickoff return for a touchdown to open the second half.
TJ Logan's second touchdown ties the #CFAKickoff record for touchdowns 💯 pic.twitter.com/BGbwAQtEqi
— Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl (@CFAPeachBowl) September 4, 2016
TJ LOGAN! Have yourself a night brother. #UGAvsUNC
— Tar Heel Nation (@UNC_TarHeelFan) September 3, 2016
And then a more dramatic take:
I AM OFFICIALLY NAMING MY FIRSTBORN TJ LOGAN. TOUCHDOWN!
— Heel Athletics (@HeelAthletics) September 3, 2016
Did I mention it was his birthday?
TJ Logan @T_Ocho8 going off on his birthday!! 2 huge TDs
— Deana King (@NCPreps) September 3, 2016
Davis Love III attends the North Carolina, Georgia game.
UNC alum Davis Love III made an appearance at UNC’s season opening game against Georgia.
Nice visit with @Love3d on broadcast Sat. "It's always fun to see the Tar Heels play," the @UNCmensGolf alum said. pic.twitter.com/DfMqESK6Qy
— Lee Pace (@LeePaceTweet) September 4, 2016
He even spent some time catching up with Roy Williams.
Captain @Love3d ran into HOF Coach Roy Williams at the #UGAvsUNC game. #WeAre13 @GoHeels @UNC_Basketball pic.twitter.com/e5PgcoCBWw
— Ryder Cup USA (@RyderCupUSA) September 4, 2016