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Roy Williams, best known for his legendary basketball career, now serves as the voice behind the University of North Carolina's PitchCom system, guiding pitchers and defensive players with his familiar tone.
With eight super regional sites hosting the final push toward the College World Series, USA TODAY Network highlights the players whose recent performances could tip the balance for their squads.
The NCAA baseball tournament super regionals are underway, and USA TODAY Network has highlighted the players most likely to decide each series as teams vie for a spot in the College World Series.
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, the No. 5 national seed, will open the Chapel Hill Super Regional against the USC Trojans on June 5. With dominant pitching and a strong home record, UNC is favored to advance to the College World Series.
The Tar Heels open a best‑of‑three series against the USC Trojans on Friday, hoping a blend of dominant pitching, timely hitting and a resurgence from ace Jason DeCaro will propel them to the College World Series.
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.
The Tar Heels improved to 2-0 in the Chapel Hill Regional with a 7-5 victory, highlighted by Colin Hynek's three-run homer and solid relief work from Caden Glauber and Walker McDuffie.
North Carolina overcame an early three‑run deficit to defeat East Carolina 7‑5 in Chapel Hill, highlighted by Ryan Lynch’s seven‑scoreless‑inning outing and a clutch performance from the lineup.
A three-run fourth-inning blast by Colin Hynek and strong relief work from Caden Glauber and Walker McDuffie powered UNC past East Carolina 7-5, putting the Tar Heels one win away from another Super Regional appearance.
Ryan Lynch tossed seven scoreless innings, fanning five batters and reaching a career‑high 108 pitches, as North Carolina opened the Chapel Hill Regional with an 8‑0 win over VCU.
The Tar Heels opened the Chapel Hill Regional with a commanding 8‑0 win over VCU, highlighted by seven shutout innings from Ryan Lynch and three RBIs from Erik Paulsen.
A rain‑shortened tie earlier this season has set the stage for a high‑stakes showdown between UNC and ECU in the NCAA Regional, where pitching depth and historic edge could decide the winner.
Carolina’s shutout of VCU showcases a deep pitching staff and a historic rivalry that could define the next round.
The NCAA Baseball Tournament’s intricate format tests teams across multiple stages, and the Tar Heels are navigating a tough regional that includes ECU, Tennessee and VCU. With strategic adjustments and live coverage on ESPN+, the team eyes a path to the Super Regionals.
North Carolina's baseball team faces Virginia Commonwealth in a high‑stakes regional final, with strategic lineup choices and multimedia coverage shaping the narrative.
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.
Ryan Lynch will take the mound for UNC’s first game against VCU, while ace Jason DeCaro is earmarked for the second matchup, as Coach Scott Forbes highlights the team’s pitching depth heading into the Chapel Hill Regional.
The 2026 NCAA baseball tournament opens on May 29 with 64 teams, spotlighting North Carolina, Tennessee, East Carolina and VCU as teams with championship aspirations.
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 2026 Chapel Hill Regional will see the Tar Heels open against VCU on May 29, while Tennessee and ECU clash at noon. Six MLB draft prospects, including Ryan Lynch and Tegan Kuhns, are among the standout players.
The Tar Heels will host the VCU Rams on Friday night in a regional matchup that could hinge on Jason DeCaro's performance and the teams' recent form.
The Tar Heels enter the tournament as a top seed, boasting a strong pitching rotation and a versatile offense.
Ranked No. 5 nationally, the Tar Heels are set to host a regional tournament featuring VCU, East Carolina and Tennessee, banking on a pitching staff that blends proven experience with fresh talent.