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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.
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.
The Tar Heels, making their first CWS Finals appearance in 19 years, aim to capture their inaugural championship after a dominant season that has drawn praise from ESPN's former MLB star.
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.
The Tar Heels clinched their first national championship game appearance since 2009 with a dominant 12‑7 win, as coach Scott Forbes and seven student‑athletes addressed the media.
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 defeated West Virginia 12-7 in the opening game of the College Baseball World Series, extending their winning streak and setting up a showdown with the Oklahoma-Georgia winner.
UNC’s 12‑run outburst, led by Owen Hull and Gavin Gallaher, propels them into the final series of the College World Series.
The Tar Heels erupted for an 8-1 lead by the fourth inning, fueled by a barrage of extra-base hits and clutch RBIs. Freshman Jackson Rose shut down the Mountaineers’ late rally, preserving a 12-6 edge and sealing a spot in the finals.
A historic West Virginia Mountaineers season concluded with a 12-7 defeat to the North Carolina Tar Heels in the College World Series, as the Tar Heels built an early lead and held off a late rally.
The Tar Heels, riding a rare 2‑0 start, face the Mountaineers in Omaha at 2 p.m. ET, with key batters delivering standout performances.
The Tar Heels are set for a high‑stakes matchup, balancing conservative pitching choices with an aggressive preparation mindset.
The Tar Heels travel to Indianapolis for a key exhibition against the Indiana Hoosiers, while the baseball team readies for a pivotal rematch with West Virginia, highlighted by Coach Forbes' pursuit of the College World Series and senior right‑fielder Carter French's dual academic and athletic achievements.
The Tar Heels have opened the 2026 College World Series with two wins, giving them extra time to explore Omaha’s attractions, from the Henry Doorly Zoo to local cuisine, while forging lasting memories with family and teammates.
North Carolina’s seventh‑inning rally, led by Gavin Gallaher’s clutch triple, secures a 5‑2 win over West Virginia and sets up a pivotal clash with Troy
North Carolina’s baseball squad, bolstered by standout performances from Caden Glauber and Gavin Gallaher, moved within one victory of the College World Series after a 5‑2 triumph over West Virginia.
North Carolina defeated West Virginia 5-2 in a College World Series game, highlighted by a three-run seventh inning and strong relief pitching.
North Carolina overcame West Virginia 5‑2, capitalizing on late‑inning offense and a series of critical errors.
The game, underway at Charles Schwab Field in Omaha, is tied 2‑2 after five innings, with both teams eyeing a historic run.
Both programs enter the College World Series with recent wins, setting up a high‑stakes matchup in Omaha that will be televised on ESPN.
West Virginia and North Carolina meet in a winner‑takes‑all College World Series game, with both teams unveiling their expected starters and batting averages.
UNC’s junior second baseman Gavin Gallaher delivered a decisive RBI single in the seventh, overcoming a tough 2024 CWS stretch, as the Tar Heels secured a 6-2 victory and a showdown with West Virginia.