Nicholson’s Seventh-Inning Blast Forces Game 3 in CWS Final
Cooper Nicholson’s clutch homer and Caden Glauber’s dominant pitching put the Tar Heels ahead in Game 2, forcing a winner‑take‑all matchup on Monday night.
Jun 22, 2026
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North Carolina Eyes First National Title in Decisive Game 3 Against Oklahoma
The Tar Heels will meet the Sooners on Monday night at Charles Schwab Field, aiming to capture their maiden College World Series crown after a season marked by resilience and comeback victories.
Jun 22, 2026
North Carolina Forces Game 3 After Dominant 6-2 Victory Over Oklahoma
North Carolina’s 6‑2 win over Oklahoma in Game 2 of the College World Series final forces a decisive Game 3, highlighted by Glauber’s masterful pitching and Nicholson’s pivotal home run.
Jun 22, 2026
UNC Baseball Staves Off Oklahoma, Sets Up Winner‑Take‑All Showdown
The University of North Carolina baseball team edged Oklahoma 6‑2 on Sunday, forcing a winner‑take‑all Game 3 on Monday. Strong pitching, clutch hitting and an emotional performance by first baseman Erik Paulsen highlighted the win.
Jun 22, 2026
Oklahoma Faces North Carolina in Decisive Game 3 of College World Series
Oklahoma and North Carolina meet in Omaha for a pivotal Game 3 after splitting the first two contests. With strong arms on both sides and a potent offense, the series promises a dramatic finish.
Jun 22, 2026
Oklahoma Sooners Gear Up for Decisive Game 3 Against North Carolina in College World Series
Oklahoma and North Carolina enter a pivotal Game 3 with both teams looking to assert dominance in the series.
Jun 22, 2026
Erik Paulsen’s Father’s Day Triumph Moves Coach Scott Forbes to Tears
UNC’s Erik Paulsen celebrated a deeply personal Father’s Day victory, a performance that brought his coach Scott Forbes to tears as he reflected on the player’s path from the East Coast to the Tar Heels.
Jun 22, 2026
Oklahoma and North Carolina Clash in Winner‑Take‑All Game 3 of College World Series
Oklahoma and North Carolina meet on June 22 for a winner‑take‑all Game 3 at the College World Series, with starters Nick Wesloski and Jackson Rose headlining the matchup.
Jun 22, 2026
A Shield of Memory: Erik Paulsen Jr.’s Emotional Triumph at the College World Series
On Father's Day, UNC’s Erik Paulsen Jr. honored his late NYPD detective father with a shield and a game‑winning performance, turning personal loss into a team triumph.
Jun 22, 2026
Oklahoma Opens CWS Championship Series with 9-3 Victory Over Carolina
The 2026 Oklahoma baseball team opened the College World Series championship with a 9-3 win over Carolina, highlighted by a breakout performance from Canadian slugger Deiten LaChance and a disciplined pitching staff.
Jun 21, 2026
North Carolina Falls in Opening Game of College World Series Finals
After a 9-3 defeat in the first game of the CWS finals, UNC coach Scott Forbes discusses the team's performance, key moments, and the path forward.
Jun 21, 2026
Tar Heels Fall in Opening Game of College World Series Finals
UNC’s bid for the championship was thwarted in Omaha as Oklahoma seized a 9‑3 victory, capitalizing on late‑inning runs and exposing weaknesses in the Tar Heels’ pitching and offense.
Jun 21, 2026
UNC Baseball Eyes Redemption in Game 2 of CWS Finals
The University of North Carolina’s baseball team fell 9-3 to Oklahoma in the first game of the 2026 College World Series finals. Despite the setback, star player Gavin Gallaher and head coach Scott Forbes remain confident the Tar Heels can rally, drawing on a season marked by comebacks and a program history that has never seen a Game 2 victory in a finals series.
Jun 21, 2026
UNC Baseball Falls to Oklahoma in Opening Game of 2026 College World Series Finals
The Tar Heels opened the 2026 College World Series finals with a 9-3 loss to Oklahoma, marked by a pivotal second‑inning collision and a four‑run fourth inning that shifted momentum.
Jun 21, 2026
Forbes, DeCaro, and Schaffner Assess 9-3 Loss to Oklahoma in CWS Game 1
Coach Scott Forbes, pitcher Jason DeCaro, and shortstop Jake Schaffner discuss a 9-3 defeat to Oklahoma in the opening game of the College World Series finals, reflecting on the team's 13th appearance in Omaha and the quest for a long‑awaited championship.
Jun 20, 2026
UNC Baseball Faces Must-Win Game After Opening Loss in Championship Series
After a 9-3 defeat in the first game of the national championship series, the University of North Carolina relies on veteran coach Scott Forbes, pitcher Ryan Lynch and a resilient roster to force a turnaround in Omaha.
Jun 20, 2026
Oklahoma Strikes First in College World Series Finals
The Oklahoma Sooners opened the championship series with a 9-3 victory over the North Carolina Tar Heels, extending their winning streak to nine games and setting up a must-win Game 2 for UNC.
Jun 20, 2026
Oklahoma Takes Command in College World Series Opener
Oklahoma’s bats erupted early, and a weather‑forced schedule shift gave the Sooners a chance to seize momentum in the first game of the finals.
Jun 20, 2026
Oklahoma Strikes Back in Game 1 of College World Series Championship
Oklahoma erupted in the fourth inning, turning a 3‑3 tie into a 7‑3 lead before extending to 9‑3. Key performances from Deiten LaChance, Kyle Branch and a clutch single by Camden Johnson sealed the victory, while UNC’s starter Jason DeCaro was pulled after 3.2 innings.
Jun 20, 2026
North Carolina Secures Spot in 2026 Men’s College World Series Championship Series
Three decisive wins have propelled North Carolina to the championship series, where they will face Oklahoma in a rematch of postseason history.
Jun 20, 2026
UNC Eyes First National Title in Historic Showdown with Oklahoma
The Tar Heels and the Sooners meet in the championship series of the College World Series, with the first game moved to a 3 p.m. kickoff. North Carolina brings a top‑tier fielding record and a coach whose roots run deep in the program’s recent history.
Jun 20, 2026
UNC Baseball Returns to College World Series Finals After 17-Year Wait
The University of North Carolina’s baseball team is back in the College World Series Finals for the first time since 2007, setting up a best‑of‑three showdown with Oklahoma. Led by coach Scott Forbes, the Tar Heels are embracing the pressure and drawing on a history of near‑misses.
Jun 20, 2026
Tar Heels Aim to Extend Dominance Over High Point
The North Carolina Tar Heels will host the High Point Panthers on April 21 at 6 p.m., looking to add another win to a ten‑game streak and showcase a defense that has been nearly untouchable this season.
Jun 20, 2026
Anonymous $9 Million Gift Fuels Carolina Baseball’s Ambitious $25 Million Endowment Drive
An anonymous donor’s $9 million contribution to the Carolina Baseball Operating Endowment sparks a fan‑matching challenge, targeting $25 million to sustain the program’s training, technology and operational needs.
Jun 20, 2026