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Bill Chamberlain, the second Black player in UNC basketball history, dies
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Bill Chamberlain, the second Black player in UNC basketball history, dies

July 17, 2025 Cliff Barnes Leave a comment

Bill Chamberlain played from 1969-1972 under legendary UNC coach Dean Smith, averaging 12.4 points and 6.5 rebounds per game while shooting 54% from the field in 77 career games. Please click here for more.

Seattle selects UNC catcher Luke Stevenson in first round of the MLB Draft
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Seattle selects UNC catcher Luke Stevenson in first round of the MLB Draft

July 13, 2025 Cliff Barnes Leave a comment

The Seattle Mariners has selected North Carolina catcher Luke Stevenson at No. 35 overall in the 2025 MLB Draft. MLB.com ranked Stevenson the 33rd-best prospect in the draft, and he helped the Tar Heels reach the Super Regionals of the College World Series this past season. Please click here for more.

NFL insider’s survey suggests hope is spreading in Panthers’ fanbase
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NFL insider’s survey suggests hope is spreading in Panthers’ fanbase

July 11, 2025 Cliff Barnes Leave a comment

When asked how many games the Panthers would win this season, 61.5 percent of the fans came in at 8-9 games. Please click here for more. Fan fest is set for Aug. 2.

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.

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