CHAPEL HILL, N.C. (WNCN) – North Carolina running back Omarion Hampton, one of the most dominant players in the country the past two seasons, declared for the 2025 NFL Draft on Sunday night. Hampton made the announcement through social media, announcing his intentions to take his career to the next level. “After much thought and prayer, I am officially announcing that I … [Read more...] about UNC running back Omarion Hampton to forgo bowl game, declares for 2025 NFL Draft
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Live scoreboard: UNC, No. 7 Florida face off in 2024 Jumpman Invitational
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WNCN) — The schedule for North Carolina's men's basketball team is not letting up, as the Tar Heels have two top 25 opponents lined up this week. UNC (6-4 overall, 1-0 Atlantic Coast Conference) face the undefeated No. 7 Florida Gators (10-0) in the 2024 Jumpman Invitational. Tipoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. at the Spectrum Center in Charlotte. Here’s … [Read more...] about Live scoreboard: UNC, No. 7 Florida face off in 2024 Jumpman Invitational
UNC football legend Lawrence Taylor says Tar Heels have ‘chance to win it all’ under Bill Belichick
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. (WNCN) – One week after the University of North Carolina shocked the college football world with the hiring of six-time Super Bowl champion Bill Belichick, many continue to debate the amount of success the former New England Patriots coach will have on the collegiate level. One person adding to the conversation is former UNC standout and NFL linebacker … [Read more...] about UNC football legend Lawrence Taylor says Tar Heels have ‘chance to win it all’ under Bill Belichick
Retired legendary UNC coach Williams receives NC’s highest honor from Gov. Cooper
RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — A special honor was given from one Roy to another Thursday at the North Carolina Executive Mansion. Gov. Roy Cooper presented legendary University of North Carolina men's basketball head coach Roy Williams with the Order of the Long Leaf Pine, the highest honorary society in the state. "Coach Williams exemplifies what it means to be a Tar Heel and a … [Read more...] about Retired legendary UNC coach Williams receives NC’s highest honor from Gov. Cooper
Gakdeng, Grant lead balanced No. 19 North Carolina women to win over Florida
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Maria Gakdeng scored 14 points, Lanie Grant added 13 to lead a balanced attack and No. 19 North Carolina raced past Florida 77-57 on Wednesday night at the Jumpman Invitational. Grant hit consecutive 3-pointers and Trayanna Crisp added another in the final minute as the Tar Heels closed the first quarter with an 11-0 run to grab a 23-7 lead. Grace … [Read more...] about Gakdeng, Grant lead balanced No. 19 North Carolina women to win over Florida