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UNC Defensive Coordinator Steve Belichick on Medical Leave as Team Preps for Ireland Opener

Steve Belichick, UNC’s defensive coordinator, is currently on medical leave. Coach Bill Belichick announced his son’s leave on Aug. 6, noting a swift return is expected. The entire defensive staff will share coaching responsibilities, and the Tar Heels will open the 2026 season against TCU in Ireland, a noon kickoff streamed on ESPN. Coverage notes from Rodd Baxley are available for further questions.

Aug 16, 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.

Aug 11, 2026

UNC Basketball Meets West Virginia in Historic Dick Vitale Invitational Showdown

The 2026‑27 season will feature a historic matchup between UNC and West Virginia at the Spectrum Center, with new transfers, fresh coaching strategies and the return of Dick Vitale to the broadcast booth.

Aug 9, 2026

Angelo Brizzi Commits to UNC Basketball

Graduate guard Angelo Brizzi pledged to the University of North Carolina on July 1, bringing scoring, defensive skill and free‑throw accuracy to the Tar Heels' backcourt.

Jul 2, 2026

Angelo Brizzi Commits to UNC, Adding Veteran Guard Depth

Graduate guard Angelo Brizzi pledged to the University of North Carolina on July 1, bringing a proven scoring threat and defensive versatility to a team reshaping its backcourt.

Jul 2, 2026

Tar Heels and Mountaineers Set for pivotal CWS showdown

Ahead of Wednesday's 2 p.m. ET clash at Charles Schwab Field, the Tar Heels hold a 52‑12‑1 record after a 5‑2 win over West Virginia, but the Mountaineers must win twice to reach the finals under a scorching 92‑degree forecast.

Jun 17, 2026

UNC and West Virginia Lock Horns in 2026 College World Series Opener

The game, underway at Charles Schwab Field in Omaha, is tied 2‑2 after five innings, with both teams eyeing a historic run.

Jun 15, 2026

UNC Eyes Elite West Virginia Ace Maxx Yehl in 2026 College World Series Showdown

The University of North Carolina is set to meet West Virginia’s All‑American pitcher Maxx Yehl in the 2026 College World Series, a matchup that pits a historic program against one of the nation’s most dominant arms.

Jun 13, 2026

UNC Baseball Advances with 6-2 Win Over Ole Miss

The Tar Heels secured a 6-2 victory over Ole Miss in the first round of the 2026 College World Series, highlighted by clutch hits from Gavin Gallaher and Colin Hynek.

Jun 13, 2026

UNC Baseball Secures No.5 Seed, Hosts Super Regional in Chapel Hill

The University of North Carolina’s baseball team, seeded fifth overall, will welcome Southern California to Boshamer Stadium for the Chapel Hill Super Regional, with games streamed on ESPN2 and ESPN as the Tar Heels chase a historic 13th College World Series berth.

Jun 4, 2026