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North Carolina’s baseball team is one victory away from its first College World Series final appearance since 2009. At the heart of that surge is freshman right‑hander Caden Glauber, whose dominant performances have earned him Baseball America’s All‑America First Team honor.
North Carolina will rely on Folger Boaz to start the crucial June 17 game, a left‑hander returning from elbow surgery and poised to help the Tar Heels clinch a spot in the best‑of‑three championship series.
Coach Scott Forbes has named Folger Boaz as the starter for the Tar Heels’ pivotal College World Series matchup on June 17, a left‑hander returning from injury with a chance to push the team within one win of the championship series.
Eight teams will compete in the upcoming College Baseball World Series, with Georgia, North Carolina and Texas emerging as the top favorites in betting markets. Georgia’s .326 batting average and 174 home runs set the tone for an offense‑driven tournament, while North Carolina and Texas bring deep pitching rotations that could prove decisive.
After reaching the College World Series for the second time in three years, the North Carolina Tar Heels rely on a culture built on character, commitment, confidence, and competitiveness, enriched by Tony Bennett's Five Pillars, to pursue a championship.
A dramatic ninth‑inning comeback propels the University of North Carolina past USC, securing a 4‑3 victory and a spot in the College World Series.
A complete‑game effort by Jason DeCaro has put the Tar Heels on the cusp of a national title, but their offense must find a spark against a resilient USC squad.
Jason DeCaro delivered a commanding performance as the Tar Heels blanked Southern Cal 4-0, striking out eight and allowing no runners past first base. The win puts Carolina in a strong position as they prepare for the final showdown.
The Tar Heels, riding a perfect regional run, will host the super regional for the third straight season as they prepare to face USC.
The Tar Heels clinched a third straight Super Regional appearance after a 9-3 win over ECU, highlighted by strong pitching from Jackson Rose and timely hitting from the lineup.
North Carolina advanced to the super-regional round after a 9-3 win over East Carolina, completing a 3-0 regional sweep for the first time since 2019.
The North Carolina Tar Heels improved to 2-0 in the Chapel Hill Regional with a 7-5 win over East Carolina, setting up a key game against the VCU-ECU winner.
Carolina’s shutout of VCU showcases a deep pitching staff and a historic rivalry that could define the next round.
Ahead of a Friday night showdown at Boshamer Stadium, the Tar Heels and VCU bring contrasting strengths to the mound and the plate, setting the stage for a tightly contested postseason game.
The University of North Carolina’s baseball squad, seeded fifth overall, will host VCU, East Carolina and Tennessee in the NCAA Tournament regional, with key voices highlighting strategy, resilience and the pressure of expectations.
The Tar Heels are favored to move past the Chapel Hill Regional, powered by standout hitters and a deep bullpen, though starter inconsistencies could shape their postseason fate.
The University of North Carolina’s baseball team, affectionately known as the Diamond Heels, enter the Chapel Hill Regional of the NCAA Tournament, a stage that promises both opportunity and adversity. The regional, hosted on the familiar confines of Boshamer Stadium, will see the Tar Heels squared against VCU, East Carolina, and Tennessee, each program bringing its own brand of intensity to the mix.
The 2026 NCAA baseball tournament field is now set, and the Chapel Hill Regional promises a fierce battle among four historic programs. North Carolina enters as the fifth overall seed and will enjoy home‑field advantage while confronting a lineup that includes the Tennessee Volunteers, East Carolina Pirates and VCU Rams.
With a top seed and a deep roster, the University of North Carolina's baseball team is poised for a strong run in the upcoming NCAA regional tournament.
Georgia Tech defeated Carolina 13‑6 in Charlotte, showcasing a high‑scoring affair that highlighted both teams' national caliber.
Georgia Tech’s five‑run third inning overcame an early UNC lead, delivering a 13‑6 victory and positioning the Tar Heels for a top‑seed NCAA berth.
NC State secured a decisive victory against the University of North Carolina on May 16, 2026, highlighted by home runs and clutch hitting.
The Tar Heels concluded their regular season with a 7‑2 defeat to NC State, finishing a historic road run and preparing for a double‑bye in the ACC Tournament.
UNC baseball lost 7-2 to NC State, finishing 43-10-1 and securing the No. 2 seed for the ACC Tournament.