North Carolina traveled a rocky road last season with the departure of the Big Four. The Tar Heels were working with very little starting experience, and most players were forced into roles they haven't been at UNC. Heck, by the end of the season, P.J. Show More Summary
When it comes to North Carolina basketball, hyped—and many times over-hyped—recruits are the norm. It's just a part of the territory for distinguished programs such as UNC. But with that, ranking the five most hyped recruits in Tar Heels' history becomes quite the daunting task. Show More Summary
Now that the Andrew Wiggins saga is over, we can finally focus on the current strengths and weaknesses of North Carolina's 2013-14 team. At this point in the offseason, there are a lot of questions floating around UNC about how much some of these players will develop. Show More Summary
The North Carolina Tar Heels are in perfect position to take back their ACC crown in 2013-14. With a favorable schedule and their main competition losing tons of talent, the five-time national champions are primed to improve upon last season after not living up to early expectations. Show More Summary
The University of North Carolina may have taken a hit with Andrew Wiggins' decision to join the Kansas Jayhawks, but it's hardly the end of the world for the Tar Heels. There is still loads of talent and potential on this team that could easily make a deep run in the tournament. Show More Summary
No Andrew Wiggins, no problem. It was a bit of a long shot to begin with, but Roy Williams and the North Carolina Tar Heels came up short in the sweepstakes for the country's most prized basketball recruit. According to Grant Traylor,...Show More Summary
North Carolina Tar Heel basketball thrives off of experience from returning players year after year. In 2005, senior Sean May and junior Raymond Felton led the Tar Heels to a national championship. In 2009, Roy Williams won his second banner with the help of three seniors and three juniors. Show More Summary
The first round of the NCAA Lacrosse Championship was filled with surprises, upsets, and lots of subtext – and there’s plenty more on tap as the tourney heats up. Saturday Games: Lehigh at #5 North Carolina – The Tar Heels served notice to the tournament that they are for real, and don’t be surprised if they make it deep into the playoffs. Show More Summary
The North Carolina Tar Heels will be welcoming three new players to their basketball roster next season. After losing team MVP Reggie Bullock and starting guard Dexter Strickland to the NBA draft, the five-time national champions have to replace two of their biggest leaders on the court. Show More Summary
With all the hype over what program will land Andrew Wiggins, North Carolina's 2014 class has been flying under the radar for the last few months. But with a Wiggins decision looming around the corner, we're going to go ahead and spark up the 2014 talk. Show More Summary
I just ran across an excellent video by the the North Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants (NCACPA) about tax reform efforts in the Tar Heel State. It's worth checking out: Follow Scott Drenkard on Twitter @ScottDrenkard.
Each year in the sport of college basketball, teams are welcomed with a new set of challenges that typically revolve around roster changes. Even elite programs like North Carolina are not immune to graduation, early entry into the NBA and the inconsistencies that come with baby-fresh recruits. Show More Summary
For the next six months, North Carolina fans will have to live their lives without their beloved Tar Heels. While that is no easy task for such a passionate fanbase, following the offseason storylines will assist in passing the time....Show More Summary
Is it too early to match up the North Carolina Tar Heels with every ACC team? Probably. But that's what we're doing anyway. At this time, we still don't know if top recruit Andrew Wiggins will decide to take his talents to Chapel Hill or somewhere else. Show More Summary
The Rev. William Barber, North Carolina’s NAACP President, went on MSNBC’s “All In with Chris Hayes” to discuss politics in the tar heel state. Barber compared the state Republicans to George Wallace. “This group of legislators are acting like they’re … Continue reading ?
North Carolina has had a knack for creating NFL talent on the defensive side of the ball, and Kevin Reddick looks like he's next in line. Reddick had a solid career for the North Carolina Tar Heels, which culminated with an outstanding senior season. Show More Summary
Few offensive linemen combine the pure power and athleticism like Jonathan Cooper. He's got all the tools to be an elite guard in the NFL early in his career. Cooper was a four-year starter for the North Carolina Tar Heels where he consistently dominated defensive players in the NFL. Show More Summary
Roy Williams saw his North Carolina basketball team end its 2012-13 season by giving away a halftime lead to the No. 1 seed Kansas Jayhawks. Since then, the Tar Heels have seen their team MVP Reggie Bullock declare for the NBA draft, a huge loss since he adds good perimeter shooting and excellent on-ball defense. Show More Summary
In the midst of the 2013 NBA Playoffs, all eyes remain on the recruitment of high school superstar Andrew Wiggins. Per 247 Sports, the final four schools on his list are the Kentucky Wildcats, North Carolina Tar Heels, Kansas Jayhawks and Florida State Seminoles. Show More Summary
The North Carolina Tar Heels have locked down 2013 recruits Isaiah Hicks, Kennedy Meeks and Nate Britt with the signing of their Letters of Intent. The only thing left in the open is where top recruit Andrew Wiggins will land. We will...Show More Summary