North Carolina Unveils 2026‑27 Non‑Conference Basketball Schedule
The Tar Heels announce a demanding non‑conference slate featuring Kentucky, NC State, Georgia, Arkansas, Illinois and neutral‑site showdowns across the country.
Aug 20, 2026
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UNC reveals 2026‑27 non‑conference basketball schedule
The Tar Heels will test themselves against a demanding slate of power‑conference teams, highlighted by matchups with Arkansas, Kentucky and Illinois, while renewing the rivalry with N.C. State.
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UNC Announces Ambitious 2026‑27 Nonconference slate
The Tar Heels will face Arkansas, Kentucky, Illinois and a historic Tobacco Road clash, while new coach Michael Malone shapes a roster built for early‑season challenges.
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Tar Heels Announce 2026‑27 Non‑Conference Basketball Schedule
The Tar Heels have released a 14‑game non‑conference schedule that features marquee matchups, exhibition contests and a series of high‑profile road trips.
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UNC and NC State Rekindle a 77‑Year‑Old Rivalry in Greensboro
The Tar Heels and Wolfpack will meet on Dec. 15, 2024, at the Greensboro Coliseum, reviving a storied ACC rivalry and honoring the figures who shaped it.
Aug 20, 2026
UNC and NC State revive a storied rivalry with the inaugural Tobacco Road Classic
The first ever Tobacco Road Classic will pit the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill against North Carolina State in Greensboro, marking the first regular‑season meeting of the two programs since 1979 and highlighting the impact of the ACC's schedule reshuffle.
Aug 20, 2026
UNC and NC State Rekindle Tobacco Road Classic in Historic December Showdown
The Tar Heels and Wolfpack will meet for the first time since 1979 in a non‑conference clash branded the Tobacco Road Classic, featuring fresh coaching storylines and player transfers.
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Aki Harvey Earns Spot on 2026 Aeneas Williams Award Watch List
Aki Harvey, a standout defensive back for Morgan State University, has been selected for the 2026 Aeneas Williams Award Watch List, placing him among the top 16 HBCU defensive backs recognized for excellence on and off the field.
Aug 19, 2026
NC State and North Carolina Set for Inaugural Tobacco Road Classic
The first regular‑season meeting between the Wolfpack and the Tar Heels in nearly five decades will take place on Dec. 15 at the First Horizon Coliseum, with priority ticket sales earmarked for Wolfpack Club members.
Aug 19, 2026
Furman University Tops 2026 SoCon Men’s Soccer Preseason Poll
Furman enters the 2026 Southern Conference men’s soccer preseason poll as the clear favorite, buoyed by a 16‑2‑5 record, an unbeaten conference run, and a College Cup berth. With all 11 starters returning and six preseason All‑Conference selections, the Paladins are poised to challenge national rankings as the season begins on August 20.
Aug 17, 2026
Pittsburgh Pirates Elevate Top Prospects as Farm System Gains Momentum
The Pirates’ 2024 draft class is making waves, with Sterling and Navarro climbing to High‑A and several other prospects delivering breakout performances.
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UNC Basketball’s Offseason Overhaul and Arena Debate
From Seth Trimble's move to Louisville to Sayon Keita's arrival, the Tar Heels are assembling a new lineup while alumni weigh in on NIL earnings and a potential new arena.
Aug 17, 2026
UNC Greensboro Women’s Soccer Secures 2‑2 Draw with East Carolina in Home Opener
A freshman duo and a clutch save defined UNC Greensboro’s home opener, as the Spartans fought back to a 2‑2 draw with East Carolina.
Aug 17, 2026
Mali’s Rising Star Set to Bolster UNC Basketball Ahead of 2026‑27 Season
After securing a visa, Mali native Sayon Keita will join the University of North Carolina’s basketball program, adding experience and NBA prospect potential under head coach Michael Malone.
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Veteran Coach Mike Jones Joins Rice Tigers Basketball Staff
After years of building programs at several mid‑major schools, Mike Jones is set to bring his proven leadership to Rice University, where he will help shape the next generation of Owls talent.
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UNC Greensboro Unveils 2026‑27 Men’s Basketball Schedule
The Spartans’ 2026‑27 season features 32 games, highlighted by matchups against NCAA tournament teams NC State and Furman, and a strategic blend of home and away contests designed to sharpen the squad under Coach Jerod Haase.
Aug 14, 2026
Maroons Prepare for 2024 Season Opener
Roanoke College’s Maroons, led by coach Bryan Stinespring and senior lineman Nathan Johnson, open their 2024 campaign with a home game against Greensboro College on September 12, aiming to build on a promising 5‑4 debut season.
Aug 14, 2026
Freshman Nick Keith Launches Youth Basketball Camp to Bridge HBCU Culture and Community
Incoming freshman Nick Keith is set to host a $30‑per‑camper basketball camp in Greensboro, blending skill development with HBCU heritage and mentorship.
Aug 13, 2026
UNC Basketball Sets Up USC Exhibition in Greensboro Ahead of Malone’s Debut
UNC will open its preseason schedule against USC at the Greensboro Coliseum on October 9, marking the first of two exhibition games before coach Michael Malone’s debut season.
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UNC Basketball Opens Pre‑Season with USC at Greensboro Coliseum
A preview of the Tar Heels’ preseason opener against the USC Trojans at the Greensboro Coliseum, including ticket information, historical context, and the road ahead.
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UNC Basketball Eyes Exhibition Wins to Fine‑Tune New Roster
North Carolina will host USC on Oct. 9 and travel to Indianapolis on Oct. 18 as part of a preseason schedule that blends fresh talent with experienced transfers under Coach Eric Musselman.
Aug 10, 2026
Matt Able’s Transfer to UNC Marks Historic Shift in College Basketball
Matt Able's move from Raleigh to Chapel Hill marks the first player transfer between the two schools since World War II, bringing elite shooting and defensive skills to UNC.
Aug 10, 2026
Liberty Lady Flames Unveil Ambitious 2026‑27 Non‑Conference Slate
Liberty University has released its 2026‑27 women’s basketball non‑conference schedule, highlighting an early opener against Frostburg State, a multi‑city swing through North Carolina, and participation in the Christmas City Classic and the Hawk Classic before entering Conference USA play.
Aug 6, 2026
Wartburg College Baseball Secures Ninth ABCA Academic Excellence Award
The American Baseball Coaches Association has honored Wartburg College’s baseball program with its Team Academic Excellence Award, recognizing sustained scholarly achievement and a cumulative GPA above 3.0.
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