Evans brings poise, leadership, dangerous shooting to UNC backcourt

CHAPEL HILL — When Hubert Davis looked into the transfer portal this offseason, he knew North Carolina needed a guard who could make shots, handle the ball under pressure and bring experience to a young backcourt.

Caleb Love helped convince shot-blocking, floor-stretching Veesaar to head to UNC

CHAPEL HILL — When Henri Veesaar first walked into the Smith Center, he didn’t think about minutes or touches or even stats. He thought about the history he saw from UNC’s national championship seasons on the way to Roy Williams Court.

Belichick has adapted to Maginness, his first rugby-style punter

CHAPEL HILL — The ball left Tom Maginness’ foot on his rugby-style punt on a rainy night in Charlotte after a three-and-out deep in UNC territory, soaring 55 yards. It was the kind of punt Bill Belichick loves. A play that flips the field and makes it easier for his defense. The legendary coach has built a strong special teams identity, and that includes his senior punter from Melbourne, Australia.

UNC men’s schedule includes trips to Bay Area, Texas, but only one game vs. Pack

Carolina will play its first ACC men’s basketball games in California and Texas as part of its league schedule, which was announced on Tuesday.

Tar Heels in NFL: Frustration for Maye, good numbers Hampton, Gray, Brown and Williams

From Drake Maye trying to will the Patriots’ offense forward, to Omarion Hampton grinding out yards against the Chiefs, Cedric Gray throwing his weight around for Tennessee, and Dyami Brown making plays in Jacksonville’s win, Tar Heels had impressive weekends, starting with Javonte Williams’ big game on Thursday.

UNC freshman Queiroz came to USA from Brazil to chase her dreams

When Taissa Queiroz steps on the court this fall in Chapel Hill, she’ll bring with her more than just size, strength and skill. She’ll bring life experience and basketball seasoning that’s remarkable.

Lopez shows dual-threat ability in bounce-back performance

CHARLOTTE — Gio Lopez needed a reset after a rough opening night. Five days later, the North Carolina quarterback delivered.

Good, Bad and Ugly Report: Charlotte

UNC and Charlotte slogged through a game that was as sloppy as the weather and wasn’t put away until the fourth quarter. The second half was a rock fight as the rain returned and UNC attempted to control the ball with the lead, which they generally did with success. The teams combined for a single field goal in the final 30 minutes as the Tar Heels head up I-85 with the win.

Heels grind out first win of Belichick era

CHARLOTTE — North Carolina still has plenty of work, but may have found a budding running back star on its way to a decisive first victory in the Bill Belichick era. The Tar Heels ground out a 20–3 victory over Charlotte on Saturday before a Jerry Richardson Stadium record crowd of 19,223. With a 14-point halftime lead, UNC was content to lean on its rushing attack and burn clock to put away the victory.

Photo gallery from UNC’s victory over Charlotte

Here are some images from Carolina’s victory Saturday night at Jerry Richardson Stadium over the Charlotte 49ers.

Javonte Williams scores twice in impressive Cowboys debut; Hampton plays Friday

In his first game wearing the star, Javonte Williams wasted no time making his presence felt. The Dallas Cowboys signed Williams in March to a one-year, $3.5 million deal after four seasons in Denver, and the running back delivered both of the Cowboys’ touchdowns in Thursday night’s 24–20 road loss to the reigning Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles.

Lopez QB starter, defensive line changes on UNC’s first depth chart

North Carolina released a depth chart for the first time this season. Although it is labeled “unofficial,” it shows Gio Lopez as the starting quarterback and no changes offensively but some shifts on the defensive line.

UNC QB situation unsettled after Lopez’s shaky showing, injury

CHAPEL HILL — North Carolina’s quarterback situation is unclear after Monday night’s loss to TCU left plenty of questions.

Hubert Davis acknowledges pressure ‘to be good this year’

CHAPEL HILL — Hubert Davis has experienced a full range of emotions as North Carolina’s head coach, and the inconsistency is putting scrutiny on him heading into season five.