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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The American Baseball Coaches Association, in partnership with Rawlings, announced its 2026 All‑America teams, highlighting the achievements of four North Carolina players.
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.
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.
The University of Maryland’s field hockey program released its 2026 slate, featuring a challenging road start, key home matchups, and a season‑ending championship hosted by Temple.
Butler University announced a two‑year home‑and‑home series with Pittsburgh, with the first meeting scheduled for Nov. 13 at Hinkle Fieldhouse and a future game slated for the 2027‑28 season.
The Hoosiers and Tar Heels will meet on Oct. 18 in Indianapolis, marking their 16th all‑time encounter. Tickets go on sale June 18.
The 2026 schedule sees the Tigers open at North Carolina, face Harvard three times, and renew rivalries with Northwestern, Temple and St. Joe’s, building on a dominant 18‑4 campaign.
After a two‑year stint at the University of Tennessee that included a 5‑3 record, 6.30 ERA and 69 strikeouts, right‑hander Brayden Krenzel has committed to the University of Arkansas, joining a program eager for veteran depth.
The first day of the 2026 College World Series in Omaha featured clutch hits, dominant pitching and unexpected steals that set the tone for the championship race.
A retrospective on the eight most impactful transfers in University of North Carolina basketball history, exploring how the program’s philosophy has evolved alongside the rise of the transfer portal.
Both teams have fought through adversity to reach the College World Series, setting the stage for a high‑stakes matchup that pits West Virginia's resilient spirit against North Carolina's seasoned campaign.
The Tar Heels will face West Virginia on June 14 at Charles Schwab Field, seeking their first two consecutive wins in the tournament in two decades.
The Razorbacks will travel to Phoenix and Detroit for marquee matchups, while Coach Calipari pushes for more neutral‑site games to boost TV ratings, NIL revenue and preparation for the SEC and 2027 NCAA Tournament.
UNC’s junior second baseman Gavin Gallaher delivered a decisive RBI single in the seventh, overcoming a tough 2024 CWS stretch, as the Tar Heels secured a 6-2 victory and a showdown with West Virginia.
The University of North Carolina defeated Ole Miss 6-2 in the 2026 College World Series, advancing to face West Virginia after a dominant pitching display and timely hitting.