
Belichick’s rocky start at UNC faces a daunting 2026 slate
Bill Belichick’s first season at the University of North Carolina ended 4‑8, and a tough opening schedule in Ireland looms as analyst Josh Graham predicts another challenging year.
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Bill Belichick’s first season at the University of North Carolina ended 4‑8, and a tough opening schedule in Ireland looms as analyst Josh Graham predicts another challenging year.

The North Carolina Tar Heels open their 2026 season against TCU in Dublin, Ireland, a game that could define the trajectory of Belichick’s rebuilding effort.

Through scholarships from Blue Ridge Energy and North Carolina's Electric Cooperatives, Kenlea Brown and Weaver Trivette joined a select group of students at basketball camps hosted by the University of North Carolina and North Carolina State University.
Notre Dame’s 2026 football slate promises revenge, marquee matchups and affordable ticket options as the Fighting Irish enter the season ranked No. 4.

Elon University announced that Steve Robinson, a coach with over 40 years of Division I experience and three national titles, will serve as special assistant to head coach Billy Taylor.

From Bobby Lewis to Michael Jordan, these five players shaped the legacy of North Carolina basketball with scoring prowess, leadership, and historic achievements.

Excitement builds around Notre Dame’s 2026 football campaign as the team eyes a College Football Playoff return under head coach Marcus Freeman.

On the opening day of the 2026 MLB Draft, the Boston Red Sox selected North Carolina shortstop Jake Schaffner with the 20th overall pick, marking the highest draft position for a UNC player since 2017 and the third straight year the program has placed a first‑rounder. Joining him were three other Tar Heels drafted within the first 100 selections, underscoring a historic haul for the university.

From FIU to the University of Tennessee, shortstop Mario Trivella adds a potent bat and SEC experience to a program that finished 38‑22 and earned a top‑10 series sweep.

A look at the 19 newcomers expected to shape Duke football's outlook for the 2026 season, highlighting key contributors and the program's ambitions.

An in‑depth preview of the 2026 college football clash between Rutgers and UMass, highlighting the Minutemen's roster upheaval and the Scarlet Knights' expected superiority.

North Carolina, led by Bill Belichick in his second season, faces Miami on October 31, 2026, in a high‑stakes matchup that could shape both teams' campaigns.

The University of North Carolina announced its 2026 men's soccer schedule, highlighting a challenging non‑conference lineup, exhibition games and a home opener against VCU on Aug. 28.

CBS Sports analyst Brad Crawford forecasts a three‑win 2026 campaign for Syracuse, citing a tough schedule and lingering doubts about quarterback Steve Angeli's health.
A ranking of the ACC’s top coaches heading into the 2026 season spotlights recent triumphs, rebuilding efforts and storylines that will shape the conference’s narrative.

A fan‑powered project by Tar Heel247 will place plaques honoring former UNC basketball and football players around the Smith Center, celebrating the university's rich athletic heritage.

Chris Ramirez, a decorated shortstop from California Baptist, has pledged to join the Tennessee Volunteers baseball team for the 2027 season under head coach Josh Elander.

The Razorbacks have locked in a four‑game non‑conference schedule that includes high‑profile tests against top‑ranked teams, setting the tone for a season that could define their NCAA tournament prospects.
From cost‑driven matchups with Youngstown State to the rifle team’s fourth‑place finish, the Wildcats are balancing competitive ambitions with NCAA eligibility rules

With an opening game in Ireland, a defense that proved its mettle last year and a roster brimming with versatile playmakers, TCU is positioned to turn early promise into a sustained push toward the top tier of college football.

After a uneven stint at LSU, running back Kaleb Jackson joins the University of North Carolina, where coaches see a chance to reshape his trajectory.

From a top recruit's setback to a dominant late‑season performance, Will Haas navigates physical rehab, mental blocks, and a coach's pivotal observation before planning his offseason in Minnesota.

After a 4‑8 record in 2025, the North Carolina Tar Heels are reshaping their roster, emphasizing a fortified offensive line led by former Arkansas tackle Shaq McRoy and guided by new play‑caller Bobby Petrino.

The Bears will open on the road, face UCLA at home, and battle seven ACC opponents, including North Carolina and Stanford, under head coach Leonard Griffin and a core of returning standouts.