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UNC’s 2027 Recruiting Class Faces Setback After Top Prospect Chooses Texas

The Tar Heels missed out on the nation's top 2027 prospect, but a deep roster and key transfers set the stage for a rebound under new leadership.

Jul 11, 2026

UNC Basketball Embraces a Fresh Direction Under Michael Malone

UNC’s new head coach Michael Malone assembles a promising 2027 roster, highlighted by top recruits Beckham Black and Nasir Anderson, as the Tar Heels aim to reclaim national prominence.

Jul 9, 2026

North Carolina Targets Top 2027 Prospect Demarcus Henry as Recruiting Push Intensifies

The Tar Heels are among eight finalists for five‑star small forward Demarcus Henry, a Chandler, Arizona native who has yet to schedule an official visit to Chapel Hill.

Jul 7, 2026

Five-Star Forward Demarcus Henry Narrows College Choices Ahead of 2027 Class

Demarcus Henry, a top-ranked small forward, has trimmed his list to eight programs, including the University of North Carolina, but has yet to schedule an official visit.

Jul 7, 2026

Angelo Brizzi Commits to UNC, Bolstering Tar Heels’ Backcourt

Angelo Brizzi, a 6‑foot‑3 guard with a proven scoring record, has pledged to join the University of North Carolina, bringing experience and shooting prowess to a team reshaped by multiple transfers.

Jul 2, 2026

Angelo Brizzi Commits to UNC Basketball

Graduate guard Angelo Brizzi pledged to the University of North Carolina on July 1, bringing scoring, defensive skill and free‑throw accuracy to the Tar Heels' backcourt.

Jul 2, 2026

Tar Heels Enter Early Top 25 as New Roster Sparks Optimism

A fresh lineup featuring newcomers and returning veterans has the Tar Heels penciled in at No. 25, a position that could shift as the season unfolds.

Jul 2, 2026

Angelo Brizzi Commits to UNC, Adding Veteran Guard Depth

Graduate guard Angelo Brizzi pledged to the University of North Carolina on July 1, bringing a proven scoring threat and defensive versatility to a team reshaping its backcourt.

Jul 2, 2026

UNC Basketball Bolsters Backcourt Ahead of New Season

The Tar Heels add depth and experience to their backcourt while facing a noticeable talent gap in the frontcourt.

Jul 1, 2026

NCAA Extends Eligibility: Five Years, Five Seasons for College Athletes

The NCAA's latest eligibility amendment grants athletes a five‑year window to play up to five seasons, altering the developmental paths of several UNC basketball players as they navigate birthdays, enrollment dates and professional draft considerations.

Jun 30, 2026

NCAA Extends Eligibility: Five Years, Five Seasons for College Athletes

The NCAA's recent eligibility change grants athletes a five‑year window to play up to five seasons, affecting current and future UNC roster decisions.

Jun 30, 2026

UNC Basketball to Face Illinois in Nashville Showdown on Jan. 30, 2027

North Carolina’s men’s basketball team will meet Illinois in Nashville on January 30, 2027, as part of the Nashville Hoops Showdown. The game offers a early‑season benchmark for both programs as they build toward the NCAA tournament.

Jun 25, 2026

Logan Philhower Shatters Records, Heads to SWIC as Full‑Time Pitcher

Logan Philhower, a standout baseball player from Bureau Valley, set numerous school records, earned Player of the Year honors, and will continue his career as a full‑time pitcher at Southwest Illinois College.

Jun 16, 2026

Indiana and North Carolina Set for Historic Exhibition Clash

Indiana will host North Carolina at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on October 18, reviving a series that spans decades and featuring new coaches and fresh talent on both sides.

Jun 15, 2026

UNC to Face Indiana in Preseason Exhibition in Indianapolis

The University of North Carolina will open its preseason schedule with a much‑anticipated exhibition against Indiana on October 18 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. The game features new coach Michael Malone, key transfers and a roster loaded with returning seniors, while Indiana’s second‑year coach Darian DeVries brings a lineup stacked with former ACC players. Tickets go on sale June 17 via Ticketmaster.

Jun 15, 2026