Illinois and North Carolina Set for Nashville Showdown in 2027
Tickets go on sale October 15 for a nonconference basketball game that brings together two historic programs, each with recent Final Four pedigree and fresh leadership.
Jun 25, 2026
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North Carolina and Illinois Set for 2027 Nashville Hoops Showdown
The 2027 Nashville Hoops Showdown will pit the Tar Heels against the Fighting Illini on January 30 at Bridgestone Arena, featuring travel packages, ticket presales and a coaching storyline that highlights Michael Malone and Brad Underwood.
Jun 25, 2026
NC State and UNC Schedule Historic December Showdown at Greensboro Coliseum
NC State’s men’s basketball team will face UNC‑Chapel Hill at the Greensboro Coliseum on Dec. 15, a game that emerged from a reshuffled schedule and promises benefits for players, the city and the conferences.
Jun 25, 2026
Tennessee Baseball Set for Historic Debut in 2027 Jax College Classic
Tennessee’s baseball program will make its first appearance in the 2027 Jax College Baseball Classic, a milestone achieved by head coach Josh Elander in his inaugural season.
Jun 24, 2026
Tennessee Baseball to Face Powerhouses in 2027 Live Like Lou Jax Classic
The University of Tennessee’s baseball program will travel to Jacksonville, Florida, for the 2027 Live Like Lou Jax College Baseball Classic, where it will meet three recent NCAA Tournament participants in a competitive showcase.
Jun 24, 2026
Michigan Basketball’s Crucial Roster as Coach Dusty May Exits for Dallas Mavericks
Dusty May's move to the NBA forces Michigan to weigh the future of its core five athletes amid an interim coaching transition.
Jun 23, 2026
Exciting Non‑Conference Women’s Basketball Matchups Set for 2026‑27 Season
From Rome to Paris, top programs will clash in a series of non‑conference games that showcase returning stars, new recruits and historic first‑meetings.
Jun 23, 2026
North Carolina Tar Heels lose 13-2 to Oklahoma Sooners in College World Series Game 3
The Tar Heels fell 13-2 in Omaha as early offensive fireworks from the Sooners set the tone, and a shaky pitching staff unable to contain the opposition sealed their defeat.
Jun 23, 2026
Tar Heels Fall Short in College World Series Final
The North Carolina Tar Heels saw their 13th appearance in the Men’s College World Series end in Omaha with a 13‑2 loss to the Oklahoma Sooners, extending a streak of near‑misses that dates back to championship appearances in 2006 and 2007.
Jun 23, 2026
Liberty Announces 2026 Men’s Soccer Schedule Under New Coach Scott Wells
The university revealed its 2026 men's soccer slate, the first under head coach Scott Wells and the program's inaugural season in the Southern Conference, featuring a challenging lineup of exhibition and regular‑season matches.
Jun 22, 2026
North Carolina Falls in Opening Game of College World Series Finals
After a 9-3 defeat in the first game of the CWS finals, UNC coach Scott Forbes discusses the team's performance, key moments, and the path forward.
Jun 21, 2026
Forbes, DeCaro, and Schaffner Assess 9-3 Loss to Oklahoma in CWS Game 1
Coach Scott Forbes, pitcher Jason DeCaro, and shortstop Jake Schaffner discuss a 9-3 defeat to Oklahoma in the opening game of the College World Series finals, reflecting on the team's 13th appearance in Omaha and the quest for a long‑awaited championship.
Jun 20, 2026
Oklahoma and North Carolina Clash in Historic College World Series Finals
Oklahoma's unprecedented eight-game streak meets North Carolina's Chapel Hill dominance in the College World Series Finals, with the championship series set to air on ESPN and radio affiliates.
Jun 20, 2026
UNC and Oklahoma Prepare for Opening Game of 2026 College World Series Championship
The first game of the best‑of‑three championship series is set for Saturday, June 20 at 3 p.m. ET at Charles Schwab Field, where UNC will rely on Jason DeCaro and Owen Hull, while Oklahoma counters with Cord Rager and Jaxon Willits.
Jun 20, 2026
UNC’s Secret Weapon: Dirt from Boshamer Stadium Fuels College World Series Surge
Carter French sprinkles a bag of Boshamer Stadium dirt on the field before each game, crediting it with the team’s early winning streak in the College World Series.
Jun 19, 2026
UNC Baseball Eyes First National Title in 2026 CWS Final Against Oklahoma
The Tar Heels, riding a 12‑game hitting streak and a top‑10 ERA, open the 2026 College World Series final against Oklahoma on June 20, aiming to end a 19‑year title drought.
Jun 19, 2026
Cade Bennerman Commits to UNC Basketball Ahead of 2026 Season
Cade Bennerman, a 7‑foot red‑shirt freshman center, is set to join the University of North Carolina’s men’s basketball program after a standout high school career and a productive year at Northwestern.
Jun 18, 2026
Brandon Riley Returns to Elon Baseball as Assistant Coach
Elon University welcomes former player Brandon Riley back as an assistant baseball coach, highlighting his playing and coaching pedigree and the excitement of home‑grown leadership.
Jun 18, 2026
Clemson Coach Vows Appeal After NCAA Denies Sixth-Year Waiver for Mia Moore
Clemson women's basketball coach Shawn Poppie announced that the NCAA rejected a waiver that would have granted star guard Mia Moore an extra year of eligibility. Poppie plans to appeal, citing the player's limited minutes due to injury, while the team adds transfers and high‑school recruits aiming for back‑to‑back NCAA Tournament appearances.
Jun 17, 2026
UNC Basketball Heads to Indianapolis for Hoosiers Exhibition as Baseball Preps Rematch with West Virginia
The Tar Heels travel to Indianapolis for a key exhibition against the Indiana Hoosiers, while the baseball team readies for a pivotal rematch with West Virginia, highlighted by Coach Forbes' pursuit of the College World Series and senior right‑fielder Carter French's dual academic and athletic achievements.
Jun 17, 2026
Five Freshmen Set to Test Virginia’s Defense in 2026
A look at five highly touted freshman players whose skills could reshape the defensive landscape for the University of Virginia in the upcoming 2026 college football season.
Jun 17, 2026
Four Tar Heel Stars Earn ABCA/Rawlings All‑America Honors
The American Baseball Coaches Association, in partnership with Rawlings, announced its 2026 All‑America teams, highlighting the achievements of four North Carolina players.
Jun 16, 2026
UNC Baseball Eyes Championship as Boaz Takes the Mound
Coach Scott Forbes has named Folger Boaz as the starter for the Tar Heels’ pivotal College World Series matchup on June 17, a left‑hander returning from injury with a chance to push the team within one win of the championship series.
Jun 16, 2026
LSU Women’s Basketball Announces 2026‑27 Schedule Amid Roster Overhaul
The Lady Tigers have released their full conference and nonconference slate, revealing home and away games against top SEC rivals and a challenging slate of external opponents. With several departures and new additions, Coach Mulkey aims to blend experience with fresh talent.
Jun 16, 2026