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North Carolina Tar Heels News / SwimSwam / November 4

Best of the Rest Ranked Maya McCarney Commits to North Carolina for Class of 2028

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North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / November 4
UNC Biggest Issues Exposed in Win Against Western Carolina: Key Fixes

UNC Biggest Issues Exposed in Win Against Western Carolina: Key Fixes

The North Carolina Tar Heels may have won their season opener on Monday night against Western Carolina, but Michael Malone's team was exposed on multiple fronts.

College Basketball News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / November 4
UNC Basketball Report Card vs. Western Carolina: Who Starred, Bombed

UNC Basketball Report Card vs. Western Carolina: Who Starred, Bombed

Although the overall performance left much to be desired, the North Carolina Tar Heels departed Monday night with an 80-72 win over Western Carolina. Here are grades for every Tar Heel who played in the season opener at the Dean E.

Maximo Adams News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / November 4
Maximo Adams’ Breakout Gives UNC New Option Against Wofford

Maximo Adams’ Breakout Gives UNC New Option Against Wofford

Leaving the season opener with a win was most important for the North Carolina Tar Heels, but the path to the result wasn't inspiring. Much like the preseason, North Carolina struggled in several areas , culminating in an unwavering second half where it led by two points against Western Carolina.

Mike Malone News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / November 4
Michael Malone’s Doesn't Mince Words About UNC's Performance

Michael Malone’s Doesn't Mince Words About UNC's Performance

At the end of the day, winning is the most important category in the win-loss column. The North Carolina Tar Heels left the season opener with an 80-72 win over Western Carolina, but the performance was underwhelming.

College Basketball News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / November 4
UNC Basketball Report Card vs. Western Carolina: Who Starred and Who Bombed

UNC Basketball Report Card vs. Western Carolina: Who Starred and Who Bombed

Although the overall performance left much to be desired, the North Carolina Tar Heels departed Monday night with an 80-72 win over Western Carolina. Here are grades for every Tar Heel who played in the season opener at the Dean E.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / ESPN / November 3

Tar Heels pull out first win for Malone: 'Welcome to the roller coaster'

UNC pushed through the final six minutes to beat Western Carolina 80-72 on Monday night and open a new chapter in Chapel Hill.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / November 2
Newcomers Excite Tar Heel Nation in Opening Night Win

Newcomers Excite Tar Heel Nation in Opening Night Win

The North Carolina Tar Heels opened up their season against Western Carolina on Monday night at the Dean E. Smith Center. Following an underwhelming preseason , the Tar Heels needed to make a statement in the season opener.

College Basketball News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / November 2
3 Winners, 2 Losers From UNC's Victory Over Western Carolina

3 Winners, 2 Losers From UNC's Victory Over Western Carolina

The North Carolina Tar Heels opened their 2026-27 college basketball season with an 80-72 win over Western Carolina. It was Michael Malone's first official game as North Carolina's head coach, and this team will play vastly differently from what we have grown accustomed to over the last five years.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / November 2
Michael Malone era off to shaky start after win over Western Carolina

Michael Malone era off to shaky start after win over Western Carolina

North Carolina made one of the more notable coaching moves during the offseason by hiring former Denver Nuggets and NBA champion Michael Malone.

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Bill Belichick News / Larry Brown Sports / November 4
Bill Belichick has classic response to question about Jordon Hudson breakup

Bill Belichick has classic response to question about Jordon Hudson breakup

Bill Belichick met with the media Monday for the first time since reports surfaced about his breakup with Jordon Hudson, and the North Carolina coach was clearly ready for the quiz.

College Football News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / November 2
UNC Snap Count Analysis: Winners, Losers, Role Changes From Week 9

UNC Snap Count Analysis: Winners, Losers, Role Changes From Week 9

The North Carolina Tar Heels suffered a heartbreaking 38-35 loss against the Miami Hurricanes on Halloween night. The Tar Heels made a valiant effort , pushing the No.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / November 1
What Demarcus Henry Committing to UNC Proves Going Forward

What Demarcus Henry Committing to UNC Proves Going Forward

Friday was a monumental day for the North Carolina Tar Heels, as 2027 5-star forward Demarcus Henry announced his commitment to the program. Since last weekend, the No.

College Football News / Yardbarker / November 1
Miami's big-time players made big-time plays in win at North Carolina

Miami's big-time players made big-time plays in win at North Carolina

Miami Hurricanes legend Santana Moss once said, "Big-time players make big-time plays in big-time games." Miami's big-time players made big-time plays late in the game as the Hurricanes survived to win 38-35 at North Carolina on Saturday night. 

Miami's Darian Mensah posting better numbers than Carson Beck, Cam Ward
North Carolina staffers had no idea about Bill Belichick and Jordon Hudson’s breakup
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Bill Belichick News / Larry Brown Sports / October 31
North Carolina staffers had no idea about Bill Belichick and Jordon Hudson’s breakup

North Carolina staffers had no idea about Bill Belichick and Jordon Hudson’s breakup

Bill Belichick’s breakup with Jordon Hudson was so quiet that even North Carolina staffers had no idea it happened. Multiple people within the North Carolina football office told Kevin Skiver and John Brice of USA Today Saturday that they were completely unaware Belichick and Hudson split up.

3 Tar Heels To Watch in Week 9 Matchup Against Miami

3 Tar Heels To Watch in Week 9 Matchup Against Miami

Losing a second consecutive game is certainly in the cards for the North Carolina Tar Heels, who host the Miami Hurricanes on Halloween night in Week 9.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / Yardbarker / September 17
North Carolina DC Steve Belichick resigns

DC Steve Belichick resigns as North Carolina closes investigation into Michael Lombardi, other allegations

North Carolina Tar Heels defensive coordinator Steve Belichick won't return to the sidelines.

North Carolina football player arrested, another charged in traffic stop

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