North Carolina surged past West Virginia 12‑7 on Thursday, clinching a berth in the College Baseball World Series Finals.
The Tar Heels were propelled by Owen Hull, who went 4‑for‑5 at the plate, smacking two doubles and driving in two runs.
Hull’s RBIs marked his third straight game with a hit, extending a streak that has defined the team’s Omaha run.
A historic run continues
This marks the third time in program history that North Carolina has reached the championship series, having previously fallen short in 2006 and 2007.
The Tar Heels now await the winner of the Georgia‑Oklahoma matchup, with a best‑of‑three series set to begin Saturday.
The buzz among fans and alumni reflects a growing optimism that the Tar Heels can translate their hot hitting into a title.