The University of North Carolina’s baseball team arrives in Charlotte as the defending champion and the No. 2 overall seed for the 2026 Atlantic Coast Conference Tournament. Friday afternoon’s contest marks the first step toward a potential repeat, and the Tar Heels are poised to make a deep run.
Broadcast and Streaming Landscape
Radio listeners can tune in on 97.9 FM and 1360 AM, with the broadcast kicking off at 3 p.m. The game will also be streamed live on Chapelboro.com, while television coverage will be carried on the ACC Network through partners Spectrum, Xfinity, DirecTV and Dish.
For viewers who have cut the cord, the action is available through the ESPN app and ESPN.com. Additional streaming services include YouTube TV at $83 per month, Hulu TV at $89 per month (which lacks NBA TV and NFL Red Zone), and Sling TV’s Orange + Sports Extra package, the most economical option at $57 per month.
The tournament’s format and seeding reflect the team’s strong regular‑season performance, positioning them as a top contender alongside other ACC powerhouses. Fans across the country can follow the proceedings via a variety of platforms, ensuring that the championship chase remains accessible.