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Wake Forest University announced the addition of Tyler Dawson as an assistant coach, highlighting his experience at Air Force, Cleveland Community College, and his role in developing MLB draft picks.
A look at the rising talents — Quinn Clark, Gunnar Gottula, Jamal Rule, Jeremiah Charles and Tyson Terry — and the coaching staff’s expectations as Nebraska prepares for the 2026 season.
The University of North Carolina’s basketball program has released its full non‑conference schedule for the 2026‑27 season, highlighting a six‑game homestand, neutral‑site matchups with NC State and Kentucky, and a high‑profile road trip to Nashville.
After a breakthrough 2025 season that saw the Panthers reach the Sweet Sixteen and earn a top‑10 NCAA seed, Head Coach Zach Haines and a talented returning core are set to tackle a challenging 2026 schedule.
After five seasons at California State University, Fullerton, head baseball coach Jason Dietrich resigned citing family reasons. His tenure included a program‑record 123‑154 win‑loss record, a return to the NCAA Tournament, and a standout 2023 campaign that ended a four‑year drought.
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.
On August 19, 2026, the Western Alamance Warriors delivered a commanding 7-1 win against the Southwestern Randolph Cougars, marking a pivotal moment in their campaign after ending a lengthy unbeaten stretch.
North Carolina’s Demon June, a sophomore running back, earned a spot on the Doak Walker Award preseason watchlist after a standout freshman campaign that included 464 rushing yards and key contributions in the passing game.
Duke University’s men’s basketball program is synonymous with resilience, having engineered some of the most astonishing comebacks in NCAA history. This article revisits five of those iconic turnarounds, highlighting the players, coaches, and moments that defined them.
Curt Cignetti’s rise, Bill Belichick’s second act, and emerging Heisman hopefuls shape a season poised to rewrite college football narratives.
In just 15 minutes, Bella Devey scored a hat trick, propelling UNC to an 8‑0 victory over Quinnipiac. The performance highlights the team’s adaptability after losing star forward Olivia Thomas and underscores a collective, work‑driven approach under Coach Damon Nahas.
UNC baseball adds three high‑impact transfers — Jamie Laskofski, CJ Egrie and Blaize Johnson — to chase a 2027 national championship after a near‑miss in 2026.
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill has finalized its lineup for the upcoming season, featuring 11 new players, including international prospects Sayon Keita and Alexandros Samodurov, and a mix of transfers and freshmen aimed at reinforcing the Tar Heels' identity.
On September 2, retired NFL wide receiver Ricky Proehl will join obesity specialist Dr. Donna Ryan for a community health program in Winston‑Salem, highlighting the link between weight management and heart health.
A 44‑year‑old suspect was taken into custody in Georgia and will be sent to North Carolina to answer charges of stealing cash, firearms and NASCAR memorabilia from the home of Greg Biffle, who died in a plane crash that also claimed his wife and children.
The University of Wyoming reveals its 2026‑27 men's basketball calendar, highlighting a 14‑game non‑conference slate, a Florida exhibition tournament and a Mountain West campaign aimed at a conference title.
A 44‑year‑old Georgia resident faces multiple felony charges after breaking into the home of former NASCAR driver Greg Biffle following a fatal crash that claimed the lives of Biffle’s wife and children. The theft, which also involved a sophisticated surveillance‑detection device and a series of fraudulent financial transactions, has drawn the attention of law‑enforcement agencies across several states.
Kenny Noland, a former Columbia guard and Ivy League scoring leader, has signed with the Michigan Wolverines, bringing one season of eligibility and a professional contract from Germany to the Big Ten program.
The Bulldogs open at home, face a stretch of regional opponents, travel to Chapel Hill, compete in a Thanksgiving tournament, and finish with a series of road games against top‑ranked teams.
A former NASCAR driver and his family died in a plane crash, leading to a disturbing burglary and financial fraud scheme that has drawn federal attention.
The Virginia Military Institute's men's soccer team kicks off the 2026 season with three games in five days, aiming to build on a breakthrough year and the leadership of captain Jesse Lee.
Ohio State University is targeting seven top-tier prospects for its 2027 basketball class, each bringing distinct skills and a unique recruiting narrative.
Grayson Allen's trade to the Charlotte Hornets reunites him with Duke alumni Kon Knueppel and Sion James, while the addition of Dennis Schroder bolsters the backcourt. Allen reflects on North Carolina barbecue and the team's fresh dynamics.
The Tar Heels' offseason overhaul includes a new head coach, Michael Malone, and high‑profile transfers, yet ESPN's Joe Lunardi places them as an 8‑seed, a drop from a 7‑seed two months earlier. The projected bracket features a daunting second‑round matchup against the Florida Gators and a region stacked with top seeds, raising questions about whether the team's talent merits a higher ranking.