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Orlov Voices Potential Displeasures With Hurricanes After Signing In San Jose
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Orlov Voices Potential Displeasures With Hurricanes After Signing In San Jose

July 11, 2025 Cliff Barnes Leave a comment

While Brent Burns talked glowingly about Carolina and his time with the team, Dmitry Orlov was a bit more bristled in his first media availability with the media in San Jose. Please click here for more.

Where does UNC land in a too-early college basketball Top 25? It ain’t good.
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Where does UNC land in a too-early college basketball Top 25? It ain’t good.

July 11, 2025 Cliff Barnes Leave a comment

Despite all this excitement, the Tar Heels don’t have a favorable outlook in preseason rankings. In USA TODAY Sports’ too-early Top 25 rankings, UNC dropped out and N.C. State isn’t ranked either. Please click here for more.

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Tar Heels Women’s Athletics Wins Capital One Cup
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Tar Heels Women’s Athletics Wins Capital One Cup

July 11, 2025 Cliff Barnes Leave a comment

North Carolina had the best women’s athletic program in the country according to a point structure instituted by Capital One. Please click here for more.

Duke Basketball Alum Delivers First Pro Points in Style
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Duke Basketball Alum Delivers First Pro Points in Style

July 10, 2025 Cliff Barnes Leave a comment

Just a few minutes into the Cleveland Cavaliers’ NBA 2K26 Summer League debut against the Indiana Pacers in Las Vegas’ Pavilion on Thursday, Duke basketball product Tyrese Proctor put his name in the scoring column for the first time on a professional stage. Please click here for more.

Former Tar Heel Jawad Williams returns to Cleveland as assistant coach
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Former Tar Heel Jawad Williams returns to Cleveland as assistant coach

July 10, 2025 Cliff Barnes Leave a comment

Former UNC player Jawad Williams has plenty of memories of his youth in Cleveland. His fondness for the city was fostered further when he returned as a young adult to play professional basketball. Now, he’s ready to make more Cleveland memories after returning to help coach his hometown team. Please click here for more.

Son of Former Cowboys Star Attracts Duke Basketball Head Coach
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Son of Former Cowboys Star Attracts Duke Basketball Head Coach

July 10, 2025 Cliff Barnes Leave a comment

The latest indicator of Duke’s interest in Spears popped up in North Augusta, S.C., on Thursday afternoon. And it came in the form of fourth-year Blue Devil head coach Jon Scheyer showing up courtside to watch the 6-foot-8, 190-pound five-star phenom shine in Nike EYBL E16 action. Please click here for more.

Two-Time NC State Basketball Target Shines in Front of Will Wade
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Two-Time NC State Basketball Target Shines in Front of Will Wade

July 10, 2025 Cliff Barnes Leave a comment

First-year NC State basketball head coach Will Wade was on hand at the Rock Hill Sports & Event Center in South Carolina on Wednesday afternoon. One reason for his appearance at the 3SSB Palmetto Road Championship was recently reconfirmed Wolfpack offer holder Latrell Allmond. Please click here for more.

College Baseball Coaches Support Changes To MLB Draft, Transfer Portal
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College Baseball Coaches Support Changes To MLB Draft, Transfer Portal

July 10, 2025 Cliff Barnes Leave a comment

As frustrations mount around the sport’s chaotic and compressed calendar, a growing number of Division I leaders are again calling for change. Baseball America spoke with 20 current head coaches across the country who, granted anonymity, outlined the changes they believe college baseball needs most. Please click here for more.

NCCU Football Trades Helmets for Fire Gear in Tactical Training Session
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NCCU Football Trades Helmets for Fire Gear in Tactical Training Session

July 10, 2025 Cliff Barnes Leave a comment

The North Carolina Central football team recently took a short trip to the Durham Fire Department to participate in a unique type of competition. Please click here for more.

Aho and the Canes may need to rethink branding strategies amid logo criticism
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Aho and the Canes may need to rethink branding strategies amid logo criticism

July 9, 2025 Cliff Barnes Leave a comment

The Carolina Hurricanes recently introduced a new hat as part of their merchandise collection, spotlighting franchise star Sebastian Aho, however, the launch has generated criticism that it bears an uncanny similarity to the historic emblem of the Montreal Canadiens. Please click here for more.

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