Tar Heel Times

No dogpile Sunday for UNC Baseball team focused on national title

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:01:00 -0400

When UNC Baseball's ninth-inning rally was done Sunday, there was plenty of celebrating. But there was no dogpile. Dogpiles are common in college baseball after significant wins, but the Tar Heels may have shown their mindset in not celebrating that way after Sunday’s victory over USC. If there is a dogpile this season, it won’t come until Omaha.

Video: Scott Forbes Wednesday Pre-College World Series Press Conference

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:34:00 -0400

North Carolina Baseball head coach Scott Forbes meets with the media on Wednesday ahead of the Tar Heels' departure to the College World Series in Omaha, Nebraska, where UNC begins play against Ole Miss on Friday at 7 p.m. ET.

A look at every team on UNC Baseball’s College World Series path

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:32:00 -0400

UNC Baseball opens the College World Series on Friday against Ole Miss at 7 p.m. ET, beginning what the Tar Heels hope is a long stay in Omaha. UNC faces the Rebels in the second game of the day, following the opener between Troy and No. 16 national seed West Virginia. Those matchups make up the first two games of this year’s College World Series.

Video: Locked On Tar Heels - Wei Lin As UNC Basketball's Backup PG? Baseball CWS Preview

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 10:31:00 -0400

UNC Basketball has reportedly been in conversations with Oregon transfer point guard Wei Lin. Is he the right target for the Tar Heels' backup PG role? Plus, UNC Baseball will have to be better with runners in scoring position if they want to make noise in the College World Series.

ESPN analysts say Tar Heels may be tailor-made for spacious CWS stadium

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 08:35:00 -0400

No. 3 Georgia leads the College World Series field with 174 home runs, followed by No. 23 Ole Miss with 107 and No. 6 Texas with 103. Even so, ESPN baseball analyst Chris Burke and fellow analyst Kyle Peterson both see the Tar Heels as a team built for Omaha. "If you had to tailor-make a team for the ballpark, I think North Carolina may be that."

Six Reasons UNC Baseball Is Heading To Omaha

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 08:31:00 -0400

This one feels pretty simple. Obviously, it was Owen Hull's double that literally drove in the series-winning run, but his efforts throughout the season were equally important. As the Tar Heel leader in nearly every offensive category, Hull's tremendous impact didn't just start this past weekend. Since the start of ACC play, the center fielder has been electric.

New angle of Owen Hull’s walk-off will have UNC fans even more jacked up for Omaha

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 07:27:00 -0400

The excitement in Chapel Hill isn't going to die down anytime soon. In the Super Regional finale at The Bosh, UNC recorded an unforgettable comeback win against USC, punching its ticket to the College World Series. As you all know by now, Owen Hull was the hero, as his walk-off hit sealed the deal for the Diamond Heels. Bosh Magic Strikes again.

Social Media Reacts: UNC Baseball Beats USC to Secure Trip to Omaha

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 06:41:00 -0400

Owen Hull’s walk-off hit in the bottom of the ninth helped the Diamond Heels overcome a 3-2 deficit entering the inning and win 4-3, punching a ticket to the College World Series. Moments after the UNC centerfielder drove in the winning run, Tar Heel fans, UNC leaders, and college baseball commentators took to social media to react to the finish.

Super Regional Photos: Bosh Magic

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 06:05:00 -0400

Down one entering the ninth inning, North Carolina rallied in thrilling fashion for a 4-3 win over Southern Cal and a trip to Omaha. Inside Carolina’s Jim Hawkins brings you all the ninth inning winning moments at Boshamer Stadium.

Caden Glauber's Starting Performance Enabled UNC's Omaha Clincher

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 20:41:00 -0400

Years from now, when the story of UNC Baseball's 2026 run to Omaha is told, Owen Hull’s “where were you?” moment on Sunday at Boshamer Stadium will likely be remembered as one of its defining scenes. Yet while Hull supplied the unforgettable ending, it was Caden Glauber who spent just over seven innings ensuring there would be one.

Caden Glauber Named Perfect Game National Co-Freshman Pitcher Of The Year

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:08:00 -0400

UNC pitcher Caden Glauber has been named Perfect Game Co-Freshman Pitcher of the Year. Glauber has been sensational this season, compiling the nation's seventh best ERA (2.20), 10th best hits per nine (5.73), and eighth most victories (10) in his debut season. He is the first pitcher in program history to earn a national freshman of the year award.

Video: This Week in UNC Baseball with Scott Forbes - Commitment, Success, and Omaha

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:05:00 -0400

Scott Forbes and his North Carolina Diamond Heels are headed to Omaha for 13th time in school history. Coach Forbes joins Inside Carolina's Tommy Ashley to discuss the journey, the moments on the field, and the commitment to success that it takes in today's era of college athletics.

The Carolina Standard: How UNC’s Culture Has Propelled the Heels to CWS Twice in Three Years

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:03:00 -0400

A sliding outfielder, a puff of dust, and a bouncing ball off the wall were the first indications UNC was heading back to Omaha. There was no smile on Owen Hull’s face as he rounded first – just outstretched hands as if to indicate this walk-off moment was inevitable. For the second time in three seasons, Carolina was going to the College World Series.

OmaHeels Sendoff Scheduled For Wednesday Morning

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:58:00 -0400

Send the Tar Heels off to Omaha at Boshamer Stadium on Wednesday, June 10, as the team heads to the College World Series. Gates to the Bosh will open at 10 a.m. with the team coming up to the concourse at approximately 10:45 to the bus outside the main gate that will depart at 11. Parking will be available at Rams Head Deck for $1.75 per hour.

Scott Forbes Happy and Thriving at North Carolina

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 11:39:00 -0400

UNC Baseball coach Scott Forbes is a hot commodity as the season comes to an end for most programs. South Carolina made a play for Forbes after the school mutually agreed to part ways with Hall of Fame coach Paul Mainieri in March. Despite the noise, Forbes has his attention focused on this Tar Heel team and what it hopes to accomplish in Omaha.

UNC Baseball carries history to College World Series, with another chance to change it

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 07:52:00 -0400

UNC has been to Omaha enough to know how hard it is to get there and how much harder it is to finish the job. The Tar Heels are back for the second time in the last three seasons, the only program in the country to do that. The Tar Heels are headed back to the College World Series with another chance to chase the program’s first national championship.

For Owen Hull, the journey to UNC was all about moments like this

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:21:00 -0400

If you're wondering why transfers like Owen Hull flock to Chapel Hill, one swing of the bat from the centerfielder can tell the tale. Starting his college career at George Mason, Hull became a big-time player who was ready to take on the challenges of competing at a bigger program. He transferred to UNC with the intent of playing in big games come June.

Video: Locked On Tar Heels - UNC Basketball's ACC/SEC Challenge Matchup, College World Series

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:08:00 -0400

The matchups are set for the 2026 ACC/SEC Challenge. Michael Malone and the Tar Heels will host John Calipari and his Arkansas Razorbacks on Tuesday, Dec. 1. Will Carolina be up to the challenge? Plus, UNC Baseball is headed back to the College World Series for the second time in 3 seasons.

Game time set for UNC Baseball's opener against Ole Miss in Omaha

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:03:00 -0400

The schedule is set for No. 4 North Carolina’s pod in the College World Series. The No. 5-seed Tar Heels (50-12-1) face No. 23-ranked Ole Miss (41-21) at 7 p.m. ET on Friday at Charles Schwab Field in Omaha, airing on ESPN. Carolina’s second game will be on Sunday. No. 16-seed West Virginia (48-15) faces Troy (38-30) in Friday's first game at 2 p.m. ET.

'The O Zone': Inside UNC Baseball’s Season-Saving Super Regional Comeback

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 12:43:00 -0400

Carter French took three consecutive balls, then watched as USC ordered a rare mid-count pitching change. With the Trojans’ Chase Herrell entering, French stuck to the gameplan. "Coach Forbes came over and told me to take ‘til [strike] two, so I did," French remembered. "And he told me that if you get to that point, you’re gonna get a heater."