
Mountaineers Make History: WVU Baseball Reaches College World Series
West Virginia University’s baseball squad captured the program’s first College World Series berth, finishing a historic 47‑win season with a hard‑fought loss to North Carolina.
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West Virginia University’s baseball squad captured the program’s first College World Series berth, finishing a historic 47‑win season with a hard‑fought loss to North Carolina.

Retired real estate veteran Harvey Forbes travels repeatedly to Omaha to back his son Scott, head coach of the Tar Heels, while battling pulmonary fibrosis, embodying a family’s devotion that spans Thanksgiving traditions, deep city knowledge, and a legacy of togetherness.

Carter French expresses confidence as the Tar Heels chase the national championship.

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.

Former player and coach Mike Fox, who retired as UNC’s all‑time wins leader, remains deeply connected to the Tar Heels and excited about the prospect of a national championship.

Oklahoma will meet UNC in the best‑of‑three national championship series at the 2026 Men’s College World Series in Omaha. The Sooners, unseeded but on an eight‑game winning streak, have combined youthful pitching with a sudden power surge to rewrite their postseason narrative.
On Oct. 31, 2026, the University of Missouri will host Arkansas in Fayetteville, Ark., renewing a rivalry that has seen the Tigers win four straight and lead the series 10‑2 since joining the SEC. Arkansas enters with a new coaching staff, a revamped roster and a defense that finished last in the conference a year ago.

A prayer from an 11‑year‑old fan set the stage for a Tar Heels star’s standout game, a trophy‑touch moment, and a family’s journey to the final series.

Former players from the 2006 and 2007 championship teams are gathering in Omaha to support the 2026 Tar Heels, highlighting enduring bonds, program consistency, and the city's special place in their stories.
Ahead of the best‑of‑three showdown, the former UNC baseball coach reflects on a career of near misses, while his protégés prepare to finally claim the crown.
Mike Fox reflects on 13 College World Series appearances without a championship, his formative years at N.C. Wesleyan, and the rise of current head coach Scott Forbes as the Tar Heels chase a historic title.

Gavin Gallaher’s Gold Glove award highlights a breakout season in which his defensive statistics place him among the nation’s elite, setting the stage for a championship showdown against Oklahoma.
Two UNC baseball standouts from the Midwest, Cooper Nicholson and Jake Schaffner, are making their mark in the College World Series, driven by family, hometown ties, and a shared dream of championship glory.

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.

The Tar Heels and the Sooners, both unbeaten, will contest the 2026 College Baseball National Championship series, each having fought through a gauntlet of top opponents to earn the right to play.

Owen Hull's 4‑for‑5 performance and a coach‑driven aggressive approach powered UNC to a 12‑7 victory over West Virginia, setting up a historic College World Series final.

Gavin Gallaher’s four‑RBI effort helps North Carolina advance, as he looks ahead to a national championship.

A look at the Mountaineers' pitching performance, key relievers, and the coach's assessment after a postseason-ending defeat.

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.

AJ Williams, the consensus No.1 recruit for the class of 2028, has accepted an offer from UNC, marking his 20th scholarship offer.
The University of North Carolina Tar Heels delivered a historic 12‑7 victory over West Virginia in the 2026 College World Series, establishing a new offensive benchmark and securing a spot in the championship series for the first time in 19 years.
UNC’s record‑breaking 12‑run victory over West Virginia propels the Tar Heels into the CWS finals, showcasing a potent offense that could end a 19‑year championship drought.

The University of North Carolina's baseball squad, led by manager Scott Forbes, secured a spot in the College World Series Finals after a 12-7 victory over West Virginia. Forbes praised the Mountaineers' performance and highlighted the team's unity and depth.

North Carolina’s basketball program has offered a scholarship to five‑star small forward AJ Williams, a top prospect in the 2028 class, as part of a broader recruiting strategy that includes commitments from other elite players.