# unc (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 3 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover unc. Page: Feed: --- ## [Video: IC Podcast - The UNC Football Over/Under Show](https://www.tarheeltimes.com/article168160.aspx) _2026-08-21 · Tar Heel Times_ With the UNC Football season just days way, the Inside Carolina crew gathers for the annual Over/Under show. The guys break down the numbers and take the high road or the low road when debating predictions for the upcoming season. ## [Why UNC’s Jordan Shipp is ‘Mr. Carolina’: ‘When Jordan Talks, Everyone Listens’](https://www.tarheeltimes.com/article168159.aspx) _2026-08-21 · Tar Heel Times_ Jordan Shipp spurned offers from Virginia Tech, Louisville, and Michigan to suit up for UNC Football. After a star turn as a sophomore, he didn’t give the transfer portal the time of day. It’s why teammates gave Shipp the nickname "Mr. Carolina." In this de facto role, Shipp has become one of the first faces newcomers see when arriving in Chapel Hill. ## [Carolina Insider Podcast: UNC Basketball Non-Conference Schedule, Football Heads To Ireland](https://www.tarheeltimes.com/article168158.aspx) _2026-08-21 · Tar Heel Times_ UNC Football will start Billy Edwards Jr at quarterback vs. TCU in Dublin (7:38). Tar Heel Basketball released its non-conference schedule (21:44). Senior Associate AD Rick Steinbacher joins to talk Carolina in Ireland (48:43). Plus: Seth Trimble commits to Louisville (39:07), and more. ## [Chansky’s Notebook: Power to the People!](https://www.tarheeltimes.com/article168157.aspx) _2026-08-21 · Tar Heel Times_ Wednesday’s announcement of a two-year, two-game men's basketball series between UNC and NC State sent a clear message: the fans have had it with the ACC. With these two games in Greensboro being classified as non-conference, it also sets the groundwork for the series to live on should the schools be separated in future conference realignment. ## [Two goals in two minutes lead No. 7 UNC Women's Soccer to win at Arkansas](https://www.tarheeltimes.com/article168156.aspx) _2026-08-21 · Tar Heel Times_ For the third time in three matches, No. 7 UNC Women's Soccer jumped out to an early lead and, just like the earlier two surges, the opponent never recovered. The Tar Heels scored twice on set pieces just over two minutes apart in the first half and held on for a 2-0 victory over Arkansas at Razorback Field on Thursday on a steamy night in Fayetteville, Ark. ## [No. 25 UNC Men’s Soccer Opens Season With 1-1 Draw At No. 5 Georgetown](https://www.tarheeltimes.com/article168155.aspx) _2026-08-21 · Tar Heel Times_ North Carolina Men's Soccer opened its season with a hard-earned draw at No. 5 Georgetown on Thursday night. Joschi Schelb got the Tar Heels on the board in the seventh minute and the two teams battled the rest of the night. Georgetown used a lovely passing exchange in the 60th minute to equalize and the two side slugged it out the rest of the way. ## [Armando Bacot uses NIL money to open new business](https://www.tarheeltimes.com/article168153.aspx) _2026-08-21 · Tar Heel Times_ Now entering his first season with Israeli Premier League squad Maccabi Tel Aviv, Armando Bacot is also thriving as a business owner. Recently, Bacot announced the opening of his first hotel, the Home2 Suites by Hilton in Raleigh. Bacot is using part of his NIL earnings to operate the Home2 Suites business in conjunction with the Atma Hotel Group. ## [Asa Montgomery Schedules UNC Basketball Official Visit](https://www.tarheeltimes.com/article168152.aspx) _2026-08-21 · Tar Heel Times_ A month after offering a scholarship, Michael Malone and North Carolina have lined up an official visit with Asa Montgomery. The 6-foot-7 forward from Powder Springs (Ga.) Hillgrove will be in Chapel Hill the weekend of Sept. 25. That’s one of eight official visits Montgomery has planned for the fall. Montgomery is ranked No. 16 in the 2027 class by Rivals. ## [Michael Jordan's 1998 NBA Finals Game 3 Jersey Hits Auction](https://www.tarheeltimes.com/article168150.aspx) _2026-08-21 · Tar Heel Times_ Immortalized in The Last Dance, the 1998 NBA Finals were the culmination of one of the greatest dynasties in sports history and marked Michael Jordan's final season with the Bulls. Jordan wore this jersey during Game 3 of the 1998 NBA Finals. Played on June 7, it was the first game played in Chicago after the series was tied 1–1 with the Utah Jazz. ## [Melkart Abou Jaoude Named To Senior Bowl Top 300 List](https://www.tarheeltimes.com/article168148.aspx) _2026-08-20 · Tar Heel Times_ North Carolina defensive lineman Melkart Abou Jaoude has been named to the Senior Bowl Top 300 List. The Senior Bowl is widely regarded as the preeminent college football all-star game and the first stage of the NFL Draft process. Last season, Abou Jaoude was a Second Team All-ACC selection, after ranking fifth nationally in sacks with 10.5. ## [Hire AI-Powered Professionals (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/B72nAPV1INLr) _2026-08-20 · **Sponsored**_ Browse public gigs, message candidates, and run video interviews — free to start. ## [Video: Locked On Tar Heels - UNC Frontcourt Trio Cleared To Play!](https://www.tarheeltimes.com/article168147.aspx) _2026-08-20 · Tar Heel Times_ UNC Basketball scores a huge offseason win as Sayon Keita, Alexandros Samodurov, and Cameron Fens all receive eligibility clearance. Suddenly, Coach Michael Malone’s frontcourt depth looks formidable. Does this early roster stability set the Tar Heels up for a stronger season? ## [Michael Malone’s first non-conference basketball schedule features plenty of challenges](https://www.tarheeltimes.com/article168146.aspx) _2026-08-20 · Tar Heel Times_ Coach Michael Malone’s first North Carolina basketball team will get early measuring sticks before ACC play begins, with a non-conference schedule that mixes exhibition tune-ups and high-profile showcase games. UNC released the entire Tar Heels men’s basketball non-conference schedule on Thursday, although most of it was already known. ## [Video: TarHeel247 Podcast - Samo and Sayon Cleared, Michael Malone Q&A](https://www.tarheeltimes.com/article168145.aspx) _2026-08-20 · Tar Heel Times_ Andrew Jones and college basketball analyst David Sisk of TarHeel247 discuss the latest in UNC Basketball and recruiting, including the big news that Tar Heel centers Alexandros Samodurov and Sayon Keita have been cleared to play, UNC's non-conference matchup against NC State, the potential of Maximo Adams, and more. ## [No. 25 UNC Men's Soccer Opens Season At No. 5 Georgetown Thursday](https://www.tarheeltimes.com/article168144.aspx) _2026-08-20 · Tar Heel Times_ UNC Men's Soccer visits No. 5 Georgetown on Thursday at 7:30 p.m. (ESPN+). The Tar Heels open the season as the No. 25 team in Top Drawer Soccer's preseason rankings. North Carolina and Georgetown have met twice with the most recent encounter being a 0-0 draw that saw the Tar Heels advance in the NCAA Tournament on penalty kicks in 2010. ## [UNC Announces Non-Conference Men's Basketball Schedule](https://www.tarheeltimes.com/article168143.aspx) _2026-08-20 · Tar Heel Times_ A non-conference game in Greensboro against NC State, a return to Madison Square Garden to play Kentucky, and three matchups against teams that played in last season's NCAA Tournament highlight UNC's 2026-27 non-conference men's basketball schedule . Coach Michael Malone's UNC debut will be against Southern California in a preseason contest. ## [Michael Malone Embracing UNC-NC State Basketball Rivalry, Tobacco Road Traditions](https://www.tarheeltimes.com/article168142.aspx) _2026-08-20 · Tar Heel Times_ UNC Basketball coach Michael Malone was on hand Wednesday in Greensboro for the announcement of UNC’s Dec. 15 non-conference matchup against NC State in the Tobacco Road Classic at First Horizon Coliseum. There, he offered his thoughts on the rivals coming together to ensure the Tar Heels and Wolfpack meet twice in the 2026-27 season. ## [Three Tar Heels Set For FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup](https://www.tarheeltimes.com/article168141.aspx) _2026-08-20 · Tar Heel Times_ U.S. Soccer announced the roster for the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup, which features three current players and one alumna from the UNC Women's Soccer program. Tar Heels Aven Alvarez, Hope Munson, Sealey Strawn, and Linda Ullmark (Houston Dash) will take part with the national team at the Women's World Cup in Poland Sept. 5-27. ## [UNC's New Starting Quarterback Offers Experience, Discretion](https://www.tarheeltimes.com/article168139.aspx) _2026-08-20 · Tar Heel Times_ UNC Football coach Bill Belichick may have tipped his hand on the Tar Heels’ 2026 starting quarterback choice earlier this year, when he summarized his philosophy on the position. "Eliminating negative plays is really more important than making the spectacular ones." UNC quarterback Billy Edwards Jr., a sixth-year senior, fits that description well. ## [No. 7 UNC Women’s Soccer Readies For First Road Match At Arkansas](https://www.tarheeltimes.com/article168138.aspx) _2026-08-20 · Tar Heel Times_ No. 7 UNC Women's Soccer prepares for its first road test of the season as it takes on Arkansas Thursday in Fayetteville at 7:30 p.m. ET, with streaming available on ESPNU. Thursday's matchup will be the first time UNC and Arkansas will clash since 2023. Carolina owns a 5-1 all-time record against Arkansas and have outscored the Razorbacks 24-3. ## [Tyler Hansbrough says he once lost love for playing basketball](https://www.tarheeltimes.com/article168136.aspx) _2026-08-20 · Tar Heel Times_ Drafted 13th overall by the Indiana Pacers in 2009, Tyler Hansbrough largely appeared as a reserve in the NBA, never reaching the same level of dominance he did as a Tar Heel. In a recent interview, Hansbrough spoke extensively about his decision to play pro ball, then highlighted how going overseas helped him re-discover his love for the game. ## [A Friend Gave You $30 (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/dIO8XTajMWa7) _2026-08-20 · **Sponsored**_ Sign up, deposit $5 within 30 days, and start investing with expert guidance. ## [Video: IC Podcast - UNC's QB1 Billy Edwards, Jr.](https://www.tarheeltimes.com/article168135.aspx) _2026-08-20 · Tar Heel Times_ Greg Barnes and Tommy Ashley of Inside Carolina discuss UNC's choice for the starting quarterback as the Tar Heels open the 2026 season next weekend against TCU, why Billy Edwards, Jr. gets the nod over Miles O'Neill and Travis Burgess, and what the decision means for the Carolina offense. ## [Bill Belichick's quarterback situations ranked: From Tom Brady to UNC's Billy Edwards Jr.](https://www.tarheeltimes.com/article168132.aspx) _2026-08-19 · Tar Heel Times_ From Tom Brady and Drew Bledsoe to Vinny Testaverde and several notable backups, UNC's Billy Edwards Jr. now joins a fascinating list of 18 different starting QBs under Bill Belichick spanning the NFL and college level. Slotting all of his signal callers in tiers, here's a glance at who Belichick has worked with as a head coach with varying levels of success. ## [UNC Football's Trip to Ireland 'Much More Than a Game'](https://www.tarheeltimes.com/article168131.aspx) _2026-08-19 · Tar Heel Times_ UNC Football kicks off its season in Dublin, Ireland, playing Texas Christian University on Aug. 29 in the Aer Lingus College Football Classic. But the Tar Heel experience in Ireland will be “Much More Than a Game.” That’s what the University is calling the wide range of activities and events planned for students, fans, alumni, and faculty and staff going to Dublin. ## [Video: Michael Malone Wednesday Press Conference and Media Availability](https://www.tarheeltimes.com/article168128.aspx) _2026-08-19 · Tar Heel Times_ UNC Men's Basketball basketball coach Michael Malone speaks with the media Wednesday to help introduce the inaugural Tobacco Road Classic, a two-year basketball event featuring UNC vs. NC State at the First Horizon Coliseum in Greensboro. Malone also spoke individually to reporters about this season's Tar Heels. ## [Michael Malone on Sayon Keita and Alexandros Samodurov 'Everything is a Go'](https://www.tarheeltimes.com/article168126.aspx) _2026-08-19 · Tar Heel Times_ "As far as I am aware, they're both cleared, they're in class, they're in workouts, and I think everything is a go," Michael Malone said of Sayon Keita and Alexandros Samodurov. A program spokesperson said both players are fully cleared and participating in all team activities. Samodurov will be listed as a junior, but he has three years of eligibility. ## [Video: Locked On Tar Heels - Breaking Down Cade Bennerman’s Potential](https://www.tarheeltimes.com/article168125.aspx) _2026-08-19 · Tar Heel Times_ We continue our UNC Basketball roster preview with Northwestern transfer Cade Bennerman. With Bannerman’s rare size, 7'5" wingspan, and flashes of guard skills from a high school growth spurt, Isaac Schade and Jonathan Adams discuss whether Bennerman can translate upside into impactful minutes. ## [UNC vs. N.C. State non-conference basketball game set for Greensboro on Dec. 15](https://www.tarheeltimes.com/article168124.aspx) _2026-08-19 · Tar Heel Times_ North Carolina and NC State will play a non-conference basketball game in Greensboro on Tuesday, Dec. 15. The Tobacco Road Classic was officially announced at a Wednesday press conference that included coaches Michael Malone of UNC and Justin Gainey of N.C. State. Carolina is expected to announce the rest of its nonconference schedule Thursday. ## [Willie Lampkin relishes NFL preseason after missing full year](https://www.tarheeltimes.com/article168119.aspx) _2026-08-19 · Tar Heel Times_ Former UNC offensive lineman Willie Lampkin couldn’t help but smile on Saturday night after getting a chance to play in the Philadelphia Eagles’ preseason opener. He waited a long time to be back on the field. "It felt great to be out there." Lampkin started the game at center before moving to right guard. He played 23 offensive snaps and was impressive. ## [Video: Tar Heel Tribune - Former UNC WR Joe Jauch Talks Tar Heel Football](https://www.tarheeltimes.com/article168118.aspx) _2026-08-19 · Tar Heel Times_ Former Tar Heel wide receiver Joe Jauch joins the Tar Heel Tribune podcast to discuss newly named starting quarterback Billy Edwards Jr., UNC offensive coordinator Bobby Petrino's offense, defensive depth, avoiding outside distractions, and more. ## [Video: IC Podcast - What Exactly is Progress for UNC Football?](https://www.tarheeltimes.com/article168108.aspx) _2026-08-18 · Tar Heel Times_ Progress is mandatory in Bill Belichick's second season as head coach of UNC Football. But what is progress? Inside Carolina's Greg Barnes and Tommy Ashley discuss all aspects of Carolina Football and what areas of progress are necessary this season. ## [Privacy-first AI-native browser (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/Nw7N3BYTI1q8) _2026-08-18 · **Sponsored**_ No telemetry or ads — built on Ungoogled Chromium with a built-in AI sidebar and CLI. ## [Tar Heels In The NFL – Preseason Week One](https://www.tarheeltimes.com/article168107.aspx) _2026-08-18 · Tar Heel Times_ With the start of NFL Preseason games underway, 31 former Tar Heel players are on NFL rosters ahead of the 2026 season. Here is a recap of each player's performance. Additionally, former North Carolina quarterback and now Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson led the team to a dominant 34-10 victory against the Browns. ## [Billy Edwards Jr. Named UNC Starting Quarterback](https://www.tarheeltimes.com/article168106.aspx) _2026-08-18 · Tar Heel Times_ A winner has emerged from UNC's quarterback competition, as Wisconsin transfer Billy Edwards Jr. has been named UNC’s starting quarterback to open the season. The sixth-year QB enters the season opener against TCU having won the competition over Texas A&M transfer Miles O'Neill, redshirt freshman Au'Tori Newkirk, and true freshman Travis Burgess. ## [UNC RB Demon June Named To Doak Walker Award Preseason Watch List](https://www.tarheeltimes.com/article168105.aspx) _2026-08-18 · Tar Heel Times_ Following a breakout freshman season, UNC running back Demon June has been named to the Doak Walker Award Preseason Watch List, which recognizes the top running back in college football. June appeared in every game for the Tar Heels last season. He led North Carolina in rushing yards with 464 on 84 attempts with two rushing touchdowns.