
Tar Heels Blast Past Pitt to Reach ACC Championship
The Tar Heels erupted for six home runs and 22 hits, never trailing after an early lead, setting up a title clash with the Yellow Jackets.
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The Tar Heels erupted for six home runs and 22 hits, never trailing after an early lead, setting up a title clash with the Yellow Jackets.

North Carolina defeated Pitt 13‑5 in the ACC semifinals, powered by six home runs and strong relief pitching, and will now face Georgia Tech for the title.

Virginia Tech fell to North Carolina in the ACC Tournament but clinched an NCAA Tournament spot, with coach John Szefc optimistic about the upcoming regional round.

On May 22, 2026, the Tar Heels routed the Hokies 10-4 in a rain‑delayed contest, with Jake Schaffner, Owen Hull and Macon Winslow leading a barrage of extra‑base hits.

UNC’s 10-4 win over Virginia Tech in the ACC Quarterfinals was powered by strong RBI performances from Jake Schaffner and Owen Hull, plus a clutch relief outing by Caden Glauber, setting up a Saturday semifinal in Charlotte.
North Carolina’s baseball team erased an early deficit to defeat Virginia Tech 10‑4, with clutch performances from Schaffner, Hull, Winslow and Gallaher, and a strong outing from freshman pitcher Glauber. The victory advances the Tar Heels to a semifinal against either Pitt or Florida State, where they aim for their tenth ACC tournament title and a chance at back‑to‑back championships.

North Carolina defeated Virginia Tech 10-4 in the ACC Baseball Championship quarterfinals, advancing to the semifinals with a strong offensive and pitching performance.

The Tar Heels enter the 2026 ACC Baseball Championship quarterfinals as top contenders, riding a historic legacy and a strong 2026 campaign.

The 2026 college baseball regular season concluded after fourteen weeks, spotlighting 69 freshmen and a host of emerging stars across the nation.

Ranked second nationally, the Tar Heels bring a deep pitching staff, a balanced lineup and a history of postseason heroics as they chase their second straight ACC Tournament victory and a first College World Series championship.

North Carolina’s baseball squad, fresh off a 40-win regular season, boasts a trio of first-team All-ACC selections and freshman Caden Glauber’s breakout performance.

The 2026 University of North Carolina baseball squad finished the regular season with a stellar 43‑10‑1 record overall and 22‑8 in Atlantic Coast Conference play, positioning the Tar Heels as a top contender heading into the postseason. Eight players earned All‑ACC honors, highlighted by first‑team selections Jason DeCaro, Caden Glauber, Jake Schaffner and Owen Hull.

The University of Miami’s baseball squad concluded its season with a wave of All-ACC recognitions, as veterans and newcomers alike were celebrated for their performances on the diamond.

The Atlantic Coast Conference announced its 2026 baseball all‑team selections, spotlighting NC State’s contributions with multiple players earning second‑ and third‑team honors and a pivotal series victory against Duke.
North Carolina celebrates a record eight All-ACC selections, led by Caden Glauber's Freshman of the Year award and top pitching stats.

NC State’s baseball team turned a turbulent week into a triumph, posting a 7‑2 victory over the nation’s second‑ranked North Carolina Tar Heels in the final game of their regular‑season series. The win, powered by key performances from Chris McHugh, Anderson Nance and others, secured the Wolfpack the No. 9 seed for the ACC Tournament and highlighted coach Elliot Avent’s uncertain future.

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.

The Tar Heels secured a 9-4 win in the series opener, highlighted by Jason DeCaro's tenth win and power hitting from Tyler Howe and Owen Hull.

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill’s baseball squad is set to close out its regular season with a three‑game showdown against NC State, a rivalry that could seal a historic campaign.

With a five‑game winning streak and a top‑five seed, North Carolina looks to leverage home‑field advantage against a well‑coached NC State squad led by veteran coach Elliot Avent.

The upcoming three‑game series between the University of North Carolina and NC State promises high stakes, top‑tier pitching and a broadcast reach across the ACC.

North Carolina’s offense exploded for 13 runs, highlighted by long-distance homers from Gallaher, Hull and Paulsen, while the pitching staff secured the win and improved the team’s flawless start.

A dominant 7‑3 victory over Pitt highlights Carolina’s third consecutive 40‑win season, featuring key performances from Hynek, Boaz and others as the team heads to Wilmington for a Tuesday night matchup.