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UNC basketball coach Michael Malone during his introductory press conference on April 7, 2026, inside the Smith Center.

Michael Malone's organized alumni weekend was exactly what the UNC basketball family needed

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Sep 14, 2026

Omarion Hampton refused to be denied en route to his first touchdown of the season

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Sep 13, 2026

Former Tar Heel Cedric Gray suffers an off-the-field injury days before Titans season opener

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Sep 7, 2026

NFL roster cuts tracker: Which former UNC football players didn't make the cut?

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Aug 30, 2026

Jun 12, 2026; Omaha, NE, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels shortstop Jake Schaffner (2) makes a play to first base against the Mississippi Rebels during the third inning at Charles Schwab Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-Imagn Images

Jake Schaffner flashes the leather with a SportsCenter Top 10 worthy grab

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Aug 28, 2026

Dec 8, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants guard Joshua Ezeudu (75) during the first quarter against the New Orleans Saints at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Joshua Ezeudu's new landing spot has him tasked with protecting the NFL's best QB

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Aug 26, 2026

Jun 14, 2024; Omaha, NE, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels center fielder Vance Honeycutt (7) celebrates after driving in the winning run against the Virginia Cavaliers during the ninth inning at Charles Schwab Filed Omaha. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-USA TODAY Sports

The Baltimore Orioles make a bold call on former UNC star Vance Honeycutt

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Aug 17, 2026

Dec 14, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys running back Javonte Williams (33) runs against Minnesota Vikings linebacker Jonathan Greenard (58) and linebacker Eric Wilson (55) during the second half at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Raymond Carlin III-Imagn Images

Every former UNC football player in Madden 27 and their overall rating

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Aug 15, 2026

Jun 21, 2026; Omaha, NE, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels catcher Macon Winslow (6) is chased by Oklahoma Sooners catcher Deiten Lachance (48) during the eighth inning at Charles Schwab Field. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images

Macon Winslow's first professional home run was an absolute no-doubter

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Aug 9, 2026

Jun 22, 2026; Omaha, NE, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels pitcher Cameron Padgett (15) pitches against the Oklahoma Sooners during the seventh inning at Charles Schwab Field. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images

Another Tar Heel is Boston bound as the Red Sox continue their UNC pipeline

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Aug 8, 2026

Arizona's Adonys Guzman (18) slides into home plate to score beating the throw to North Carolina catcher Luke Stevenson (44) . The North Carolina Tar Heels and the Arizona Wildcats met in game two of the NCAA Division 1 Super Regionals in Chapel Hill, N.C. on June 7, 2025.

Luke Stevenson's outstanding month of July earns him player of the month accolades

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Aug 8, 2026

Jan 29, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard Cole Anthony (50) takes a shot during the first half against the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images

Former Tar Heel Cole Anthony is heading down under to continue his pro career

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Aug 6, 2026

Mar 13, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Chicago Cubs outfielder Kane Kepley against the Chicago White Sox during a spring training game at Camelback Ranch-Glendale. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Kane Kepley is now one step closer to fulfilling his dream of playing in the big leagues

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Aug 5, 2026

Jun 21, 2026; Omaha, NE, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels center fielder Owen Hull (8) circles the bases after hitting a home run against the Oklahoma Sooners during the fifth inning at Charles Schwab Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-Imagn Images

Former Tar Heel Owen Hull crushes his first home run of his professional career

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Aug 4, 2026

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Josh Downs (2) pulls in a pass Monday, June 1, 2026, during practice at the Indiana Farm Bureau Football Center.

Josh Downs considered a potential under-the-radar star for the 2026 NFL season

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Aug 2, 2026

Jun 14, 2026; Omaha, NE, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels shortstop Jake Schaffner (2) and center fielder Owen Hull (8) celebrate scoring against the West Virginia Mountaineers during the seventh inning at Charles Schwab Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-Imagn Images

Former Diamond Heels make great first impression in their pro baseball debuts

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Aug 2, 2026

Jun 12, 2026; Omaha, NE, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels designated hitter Macon Winslow (6) works a walk against the Mississippi Rebels third inning at Charles Schwab Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-Imagn Images

Macon Winslow decides its time to begin his professional baseball career

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Jul 26, 2026

Michael Jordan and Charles Barkley during the 1993 NBA Finals in Chicago.

Charles Barkley explains why LeBron James doesn't even challenge MJ as the "GOAT"

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Jul 25, 2026

Jun 5, 2026; Chapel Hill, NC, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels pitcher Ryan Lynch (53) pitches the ball to the USC Trojans in the first inning at Boshamer Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Zachary Taft-Imagn Images

The San Diego Padres went above the draft slot value to sign right-hander Ryan Lynch

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Jul 25, 2026

Jul 13, 2024; Las Vegas, NV, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Harrison Ingram (55) gestures after scoring against the Portland Trail Blazers during the first quarter at Thomas & Mack Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-USA TODAY Sports

Harrison Ingram's NBA journey is set to continue with a new team this upcoming season

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Jul 25, 2026

Jun 14, 2026; Omaha, NE, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels shortstop Jake Schaffner (2) and center fielder Owen Hull (8) celebrate scoring against the West Virginia Mountaineers during the seventh inning at Charles Schwab Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-Imagn Images

Jake Schaffner and Owen Hull officially get a taste of life with the Boston Red Sox

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Jul 23, 2026

Jun 12, 2026; Omaha, NE, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels starting pitcher Jason DeCaro (29) celebrates after a strikeout against the Mississippi Rebels during the sixth inning at Charles Schwab Field. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images

Jason DeCaro cashes in with above-slot signing bonus from the Pittsburgh Pirates

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Jul 23, 2026

Mar 19, 2026; Greenville, SC, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels forward Caleb Wilson (8) celebrates after a play against the VCU Rams in the second half of a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Caleb Wilson's dominant run in Las Vegas earns him NBA Summer League accolades

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Jul 21, 2026

Jul 18, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Cubs first baseman Michael Busch (29) hits a home run during the first inning against the Minnesota Twins at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images

Michael Busch may have hit the coolest regular-season home run in Cubs history

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Jul 19, 2026

Mar 3, 2026; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels center Henri Veesaar (13) celebrates with guard Seth Trimble (7) during the second half against the Clemson Tigers at Dean E. Smith Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Kinser-Imagn Images

Seth Trimble's epic block on Henri Veesaar is a Tar Heel on Tar Heel crime!

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Jul 18, 2026

Jun 22, 2026; Omaha, NE, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels catcher Colin Hynek (23) looks out over the field before the game against the Oklahoma Sooners at Charles Schwab Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-Imagn Images

Colin Hynek becomes the latest to join this Tar Heel loving MLB franchise

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Jul 18, 2026

Jun 21, 2026; Omaha, NE, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels shortstop Jake Schaffner (2) hits a two-run triple against the Oklahoma Sooners during the third inning at Charles Schwab Field. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images

Jake Schaffner's signing bonus proves the Boston Red Sox had a plan all along

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Jul 17, 2026

Jun 23, 2026; New York, NY, USA; NBA commissioner Adam Silver greets the fourth pick in the 2026 NBA draft, North Carolina forward Caleb Wilson after he was selected by the Chicago Bulls at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Caleb Wilson earns epic nickname from Kevin Garnett with the former UNC star blowing up

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Jul 16, 2026

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