
Tar Heels Pin Hopes on Boaz as They Eye CWS Crown
A seasoned pitcher returns from a two‑week layoff to anchor North Carolina’s bid for the College World Series title.
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A seasoned pitcher returns from a two‑week layoff to anchor North Carolina’s bid for the College World Series title.

The American Baseball Coaches Association, in partnership with Rawlings, announced its 2026 All‑America teams, highlighting the achievements of four North Carolina players.

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.

Four members of the University of North Carolina’s 2026 baseball squad have been named All‑America by the ABCA/Rawlings, highlighting a milestone for the Tar Heels.
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.

North Carolina's odds have risen to 46% in the Kalshi prediction market, driven by a top‑10 ERA and key offensive contributors as they prepare for a crucial game against the winner of Troy and West Virginia

The University of North Carolina’s baseball squad has burst onto the College World Series stage, opening the tournament with two convincing victories and earning All‑America honors for four key players.

UNC Baseball is three wins from its first national championship, having opened the tournament with two straight victories and now facing the winner of an elimination game between Troy and West Virginia.

Scott Forbes emphasizes collective success as the Tar Heels inch closer to the championship, crediting unity and collaboration over individual accolades.

In a night of firsts at the College World Series in Omaha, the North Carolina Tar Heels and West Virginia Mountaineers each secured a win‑and‑advance victory, showcasing standout performances from veteran pitchers and clutch hitters.
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill enters the 2026 College World Series as the No. 5 overall seed, setting up a pivotal matchup on June 17 against the winner of West Virginia and Troy. Recent victories over Ole Miss and West Virginia have positioned the Tar Heels for a championship 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.

The upcoming clash in Omaha pits North Carolina’s top pitcher against West Virginia’s standout arm, with a berth in the next round hanging in the balance.

North Carolina’s ace staff and West Virginia’s powerhouse lineup meet in a high‑stakes matchup, with the winner gaining a strategic rest advantage in the Men’s College World Series.

The first day of the 2026 College World Series in Omaha featured clutch hits, dominant pitching and unexpected steals that set the tone for the championship race.

Hynek’s eighth‑inning homer fuels a 6‑2 win over Mississippi, setting up a pivotal clash with West Virginia and keeping the Tar Heels’ championship hopes alive.

Both teams have fought through adversity to reach the College World Series, setting the stage for a high‑stakes matchup that pits West Virginia's resilient spirit against North Carolina's seasoned campaign.

North Carolina will meet West Virginia in the winners’ bracket of the College World Series on Sunday at 2 p.m., with the game broadcast on ESPN at 7 p.m. The matchup features a pitcher’s duel between Ryan Lynch and catcher Gavin Kelly, plus a look at the latest betting odds.

The 2025 College World Series opened at Charles Schwab Field in Omaha, Nebraska, with a slate of double‑elimination games that highlighted dramatic comebacks and dominant pitching performances.

The Tar Heels secured a 6-2 win over Ole Miss in their first College World Series game, highlighted by Jason DeCaro’s nine strikeouts and Colin Hynek’s eighth‑inning three‑run homer.

The Tar Heels opened their College World Series campaign with a 6-2 win over Ole Miss, driven by strong pitching, timely hitting, and cohesive team dynamics.

North Carolina’s 6-2 triumph over Ole Miss showcased dominant arms, clutch hitting and a resilient mindset that could define their tournament run.

A 6-2 defeat dropped Ole Miss into an elimination scenario, forcing a must-win against Troy. Despite outhitting North Carolina, the team’s pitching staff struggled and several top batters went hitless.