Tar Heels Dominate in 14-5 Win Over UNCW
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill’s baseball team delivered a commanding 14‑5 victory over UNCW on Tuesday night, pulling away early and never looking back.
From the first inning the Tar Heels exploded for seven runs, a burst that set the tone for the entire contest and showcased a lineup firing on all cylinders.
Jackson Rose anchored the effort on the mound, scattering one run over five innings while striking out a career‑high eight batters, earning his third win of the season.
The offensive onslaught was punctuated by Cooper Nicholson’s eighth home run of the year, a shot that tied him with Gavin Gallaher for the team lead, while Jadyn Nunez celebrated his first career triple, driving in Colin Hynek with a timely hit.
UNCW’s defense faltered, committing five errors that produced four unearned runs, further widening the gap.
In the bottom of the eighth, Macon Winslow delivered a two‑RBI double that sparked a five‑run inning, extending the lead and energizing the crowd.
Relief pitcher Cameron Padgett closed out the game with two scoreless innings, allowing just one hit and preserving the clean sheet for the Tar Heels.
What’s Next for the Tar Heels?
Looking ahead, the team is preparing for a pivotal series against No. 2 Georgia Tech beginning Friday, April 17, a matchup that could shape the remainder of their season.