
Tar Heels Crush NC State 17-7 in Record-Breaking ACC Showdown
Carolina baseball erupted for 17 runs, highlighted by Erik Paulsen’s grand slam, securing a series sweep and a historic road record.
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Carolina baseball erupted for 17 runs, highlighted by Erik Paulsen’s grand slam, securing a series sweep and a historic road record.

North Carolina routed rival NC State 17-7 in a high-scoring game at Doak Field, highlighted by multiple home runs and a dominant pitching performance.

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.

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.

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.

The University of North Carolina’s baseball squad clinched its third straight 40‑win season, highlighted by a 7‑3 victory over Pitt and a series triumph over third‑ranked Georgia Tech. With a deep roster featuring standout hitters, the team is poised for a deep run in the ACC Tournament and beyond.