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Head coach Mack Brown walks off the field after the game versus Florida A&M at Kenan Stadium n Aug. 27. The Heels won 56-24.

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Analysis: What might conference realignment mean for UNC's Olympic sports?

By Noah Monroe | Sep. 19

The potential for conference realignment, driven by increased financial benefits from football and men's basketball TV contacts, would have significant impacts for Olympic sports and local rivalries. If North Carolina chooses to leave the ACC, the program would likely reap the rewards of larger TV deals, and some players could profit from bigger NIL agreements. Despite this, it will be the athletes who will have to deal with the potential consequences of what comes with realignment — the positive, the negative and the unknown.

Sophomore outside hitter Mabrey Shaffmaster (9) goes to bump the ball over the net. UNC beat Arizona 3-2 at home on Saturday, Sept. 3, 2022.

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UNC volleyball completes 3-0 run at VCU Invitational with sweep of UMBC

By Noah Monroe | Sep. 17

The win in the final game of the VCU Invitational gives the Tar Heels a three-game win streak heading into the beginning of the ACC schedule.

UNC sophomore outside hitter Mabrey Shaffmaster (9) hits the ball during the volleyball match against Michigan State on Friday, Sept. 9, 2022, at Carmichael Arena. UNC beat Michigan State 3-0.

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Large crowd in Carmichael Arena propels UNC volleyball to three-set win over Michigan State

By Noah Monroe | Sep. 10

“(Hearing the crowd cheer) makes you feel so good,” junior middle blocker Kaya Merkler said. “It makes you want to do it again and again. It’s like a little bit of positive reinforcement.”

Graduate outside hitter Charley Niego (5) spikes the ball over the net. UNC beat Arizona 3-2 at home on Saturday, Sept. 3, 2022.

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UNC volleyball wins third-straight match against Charlotte on the road

By Noah Monroe | Sep. 6

The game was close throughout all four sets and there was little separation between the two North Carolina schools. However, the kill from Shaffmaster closed out the game and gave the Tar Heels the win.

Head Coach, Mack Brown, announces the 2022 starting lineup at press conference on Aug. 22, 2022.

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Analysis: Four matchups in UNC football's schedule to watch for this fall

By Noah Monroe | Aug. 23

UNC's schedule is highlighted by three in-state road opponents and five games against top-25 teams.

UNC sophomore quarterback Jacolby Criswell (6) rushes past Wofford's defense on Nov. 20 at Kenan Stadium. UNC beat Wofford 34-14.

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Analysis: UNC football heads into new era at quarterback position

By Noah Monroe | Aug. 23

Following the departure of Sam Howell, the North Carolina football coaching staff must decide who will open the season as the starting quarterback. Here's a look at the skills each candidate provides.

Mack Brown, UNC Football Head Coach speaks during the ACC Kickoff Press Conference in The Westin Charlotte in Charlotte, NC on Thursday, July 21, 2022.

Jerome Ibrahim

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Analysis: Where UNC stands amidst conference realignment frenzy, how TV deals tie in

By Noah Monroe | Aug. 7

Rumors circulated around the future of the ACC this summer following big moves by the SEC and Big Ten. What's preventing any of the current ACC member schools from defecting is a contract that the member schools signed in 2013 called the grant of rights.

UNC football head coach Mack Brown speaks during the 2022 ACC Football Kickoff at The Westin Charlotte in Charlotte, N.C. on Thursday, July 21, 2022.

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'Finishing is the top priority': Three takeaways for UNC football from the ACC Kickoff

By Noah Monroe and Evan Rogers | Jul. 21

The 2022 ACC Kickoff took place on Wednesday and Thursday, allowing coaches and players of ACC teams to discuss the upcoming football season. The ACC thus far has been unaffected by conference realignment, but has failed to quiet the rumor mill. ACC Commissioner Jim Phillips started off the ACC Kickoff by combating this speculation. Throughout the ACC Kickoff, numerous coaches voiced their concerns regarding issues with NIL, including improper use of monetary benefits within recruiting.

Redshirt first-year Drake Maye (left) and sophomore Jacolby Criswell (right) will be competing for this year's starting quarterback position. Photos by Caroline Bittenbender and Helen McGinnis.

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Who will start at quarterback for UNC? Question looms large ahead of football season

By Noah Monroe | Jul. 19

With Sam Howell gone to the NFL, North Carolina football has an important question to answer – who will be their starting quarterback? The Tar Heels have two talented options in sophomore Jacolby Criswell and redshirt first-year Drake Maye, who separate themselves in playing style despite limited game action.

Graduate midfielder Ally Mastroianni (12) flings the ball with Stony Brook defense right behind her. UNC won 8-5 against Stony Brook in the NCAA Quarterfinals at home on Thursday, May 19, 2022.

Gillian Faski

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Levy, six former Tar Heels lead Team USA to World Lacrosse Women's Championship title

By Noah Monroe | Jul. 10

With an 11-8 win over Canada, the U.S. captured its fourth-straight World Lacrosse Women's Championship title on Saturday. Led by UNC women's lacrosse head coach Jenny Levy, the U.S. National Team roster features six former Tar Heels in Emily Parros, Molly Hendrick, Caylee Waters, Marie McCool, Emma Trenchard and Ally Mastroianni.

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Analysis: What might conference realignment mean for UNC's Olympic sports?

UNC volleyball completes 3-0 run at VCU Invitational with sweep of UMBC

Large crowd in Carmichael Arena propels UNC volleyball to three-set win over Michigan State

UNC volleyball wins third-straight match against Charlotte on the road

Analysis: Four matchups in UNC football's schedule to watch for this fall

Analysis: UNC football heads into new era at quarterback position

Analysis: Where UNC stands amidst conference realignment frenzy, how TV deals tie in

'Finishing is the top priority': Three takeaways for UNC football from the ACC Kickoff

Who will start at quarterback for UNC? Question looms large ahead of football season

Levy, six former Tar Heels lead Team USA to World Lacrosse Women's Championship title

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