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Three Standout Tar Heels to Watch Against BYU

North Carolina men’s basketball faces another early-season challenge this week when it meets BYU, a program known for physical play and sharp perimeter shooting.

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The Quiz of the Day

Watch: North Carolina vs. Lipscomb Full Match Replay | 2025 ACC Men's Soccer

North Carolina Tar Heels News / ACC Digital Network / October 21

Watch: North Carolina vs. Lipscomb Match Highlights | 2025 ACC Men's Soccer

Bill Belichick News / Sporting News / October 21

One telling stat about Bill Belichick's major UNC disappointment

If the North Carolina Tar Heels are going to move on from Bill Belichick, it will be because of things like this defensive stat.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / October 21

What Makes UNC-BYU’s Exhibition a Game-Changer for College Basketball

North Carolina will host a marquee sports event this week, and no, it's not the 130th edition of the South’s Oldest Rivalry. Instead, it’s an exhibition basketball game.

Hubert Davis News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / October 21

Hubert Davis Misses On Another Top UNC Target

Standing 6'8'' 205-pounds, North Carolina failed to recruit five-star small forward Anthony Thompson. Head coach Hubert Davis had his eyes on the Ohio native, who instead chose to attend Ohio State.

College Basketball News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / October 21

UNC Targets Five-Star PG In Class of 2027

North Carolina's mens basketball program has always been held to the highest standard. After bringing in Caleb Wilson for the Class of 2025, all eyes are on the Tar Heels upcoming campaign.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / October 20

UNC’s Defensive Grades Revealed After Loss to Cal

North Carolina lost 21-18 in heartbreaking fashion to California in a game where the Tar Heels had multiple opportunities to win despite committing three turnovers on offense.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / October 20

Midseason Assessment of the North Carolina Tar Heels' Defense

On this episode of the Tar Heels Insider Podcast, beat writer Grant Chachere goes over his midseason assessment of UNC's defense. I mean, turnovers happens in games.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / October 20

UNC Women’s Hoops Schedule Breakdown: Charleston Southern

North Carolina will take on Charleston Southern on Sunday, Dec 21 at 2 p.m. The Tar Heels have an undefeated record against the Buccaneers, 8-0. Last season, on Nov 4, UNC took care of Charleston Southern with a 30-point blowout, 83-53, as there were three Tar Heels who scored in double-figures: Alyssa Utsby, Lexi Donarski and Trayanaa Crisp.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / ACC Digital Network / October 20

Watch: North Carolina vs. Cal Full Game Replay | 2025 ACC Football

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / October 20

What the Snap Counts Reveal About UNC’s Loss to Cal

UNC’s 21-18 loss to Cal last Friday offered plenty to unpack, from the Tar Heels’ noticeable improvements on both sides of the ball to Bill Belichick’s curt postgame news conference.

Gio Lopez News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / October 20

UNC Turns Outside Noise Into Fuel for Motivation

North Carolina entered Friday’s game at Cal surrounded by distractions. Headlines questioned the locker room. Social media dissected the coaching staff.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / October 20

Two Freshman Standouts From UNC’s Blue/White Scrimmage

North Carolina HC Hubert Davis sat back and watched as his team took the court for their second blue vs. white scrimmage. Earlier this preseason, there was no media availability, and stats were all unofficial.

Gio Lopez News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / October 19

Gio Lopez Sees Growth Despite UNC’s Tough Friday Loss

North Carolina’s Friday night loss brought more frustration than satisfaction, but quarterback Gio Lopez left the field focused on progress, not panic.

Watch: Gabriel Bracken Serra Connects With Bertil Hansen For 2 UNC Goals

College Football News / 5 GOATs / October 19

Virginia at North Carolina odds: Opening point spread revealed

As the ACC race gets even more interesting, Virginia will head to Chapel Hill in Week 9 to take on North Carolina. Ahead of the matchup, the early point spread has been released.

College Football News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / October 19

Breaking Down UNC’s Struggles Against Cal

North Carolina came very close to securing its first win over a Power Four opponent since Nov. 16, 2024, when it faced California on Friday night. However, the Tar Heels couldn't seal the victory, as the Bears defeated them 21-18.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / Yardbarker / October 18

Could Bill Belichick, UNC go winless in ACC this season?

North Carolina has clearly proven a disappointment thus far this season.

Cal hangs on to keep Bill Belichick, UNC winless in ACC

No. 2 Miami's stunning loss opens ACC floodgates for four other teams

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The 'Super Bowl winning coaches' quiz

North Carolina Tar Heels News / Athlon Sports / October 17

North Carolina vs. California Prediction, Game Preview

After some reported uncertainty about coach Bill Belichick’s future at North Carolina, the school recently confirmed his commitment. Friday’s game against California will be the Tar Heels’ first game since then in what’s been a rocky start to the legendary coach’s college tenure, to say the least.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / Yardbarker / October 11