Yes, the brother of UNC basketball legend Armando Bacot has earned his first scholarship offer… as an eighth grader! King Bacot announced that he received his first Division I offer from VCU. While it’s extremely early for recruiting rankings for the Class of 2029, Bacot is regarded by many as the top-ranked player in the class. Please click here for more.
NC State Basketball Treasure Wastes No Time Wowing New Teammates
Recent NC State basketball star DJ Burns already has folks jumping out of their seats at training camp overseas. Less than a week after the Korean Basketball League’s Goyang Sono Skygunners announced the signing of DJ Burns, the 23-year-old NC State basketball alum appears to have found his footing while gearing up for his first campaign as a professional. Please click here for more.
After visiting UNC, this five-star guard cancels upcoming trip to Duke
Should we be reading into what Braylon Mullins decided just after his visit to Chapel Hill? Along with North Carolina, Mullins has also made official visits to UConn and Michigan. According to Adam Zagoria’s report, a visit to Tennessee could also still be in play before his recruitment comes to an end. Please click here for more.
Did Bryce Young’s benching prevent a mutiny from Panthers’ players?
The tension was building and Coach Dave Canales reacted. Veteran Andy Dalton will come in to replace the former No. 1 pick – a move that has grave consequences for the franchise whether it goes well or not. Please click here for more.
NC Central at North Carolina Condensed Game
The North Carolina Tar Heels had little trouble once the fourth quarter rolled around getting past the NC Central Eagles, 45-10 In front of a great crowd in Kenan Stadium. It was the Omarion Hampton show, as the star running back carried the ball 25 times for 210 yards and 3 touchdowns in the win. Please click here to watch the condensed game.
NC State vs. Louisiana Tech Condensed Game
Watch the condensed game between Louisiana Tech Bulldogs and NC State Wolfpack in this eventful matchup in Raleigh. Please click here to watch.
UConn vs. Duke Condensed Game
The Blue Devils improved to 3-0 on the season after defeating the Huskies, 26-21. Duke found themselves trailing 21-17 to start the fourth quarter, but they dominated the fourth quarter to get the win. Please click here to watch the condensed game.
Gonzales, special teams lead Western Carolina in 24-17 comeback win over Elon
Cole Gonzales scored on a 6-yard touchdown run to give Western Carolina the lead with just under four minutes left and Ken Moore Jr. later blocked a field-goal attempt that Jordy Lowry returned for a touchdown as the Catamounts beat Elon 24-17 on Saturday. Please click here for more. Mark Haskett photo.
Controversy continues as no-call propels UNC soccer past Duke
The play, which had the entirety of Duke’s team and the sold-out home crowd furious in the final minutes of UNC’s 2-1 win, could have resulted in a handball against Carolina but instead led to a winning goal for the Tar Heels. Please click here for more.
Game of the Week: Rolesville edges Cardinal Gibbons 30-27 in OT
Last year, Rolesville handled Cardinal Gibbons in the regular season only to be ousted from the playoffs by the Crusaders. On Friday night, the Rams got a little payback, but just barely. Rolesville edged Cardinal Gibbons, 30-27 in overtime. Please click here for more on the game and area high school football scores.