Inside Carolina: A UNC athletics podcast

Inside Carolina senior reporter Greg Barnes and Tommy Ashley discuss the NCAA's decision to fight eligibility claims for student athletes in the 2022 class and the impact on colleges and universities with players involved in the lawsuits. Barnes highlights the past history of the current eligibility rules and how the new era of college athletics - NIL, transfer portal, COVID, etc - have impacted the landscape.The IC duo brings in the limbo aspect of the court cases that continue to wind through the court system as the fall sports season plays on with those athletes sitting on the sidelines awaiting a verdict on their status.We want to thank and acknowledge our sponsors for this show:–Johnny T-shirt: The best place for Tar Heel gear, a Chapel Hill tradition since 1983, and 20-year partners with Inside Carolina. Visit them on Franklin Street or check out their online store.**Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports. Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Inside Carolina basketball analyst Rob Harrington joins Tommy Ashley to assess the work done by head coach Michael Malone as North Carolina inches closer to the start of the 2026-27 season.  Harrington and Ashley look at the current roster along with high school recruiting and alumni connections during the first five months of Malone's tenure, highlighting the highs and lows in those areas.The IC duo also points to the win/loss column, discussing year one expectations and what the future holds for the Carolina program if all goes according to the plan set forth when Malone was hired to replace Hubert Davis last spring.We want to thank and acknowledge our sponsors for this show:– Johnny T-shirt: The best place for Tar Heel gear, a Chapel Hill tradition since 1983, and 20-year partners with Inside Carolina. Visit them on Franklin Street or check out their online store.**Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Inside Carolina's senior reporter Greg Barnes joins Tommy Ashley for an early look at North Carolina's trip to Death Valley to face Clemson on Saturday. UNC rolls in 2-0 on the young season while the Tigers were routed by LSU in week one and slipped past Georgia Southern in week two.Is playing good, good enough to move the needle forward for Bill Belichick's team?  Or is a win necessary to keep the good will and positive momentum heading into another bye week prior to an elite Notre Dame team coming to town?  Barnes and Ashley take sides in discussing those questions and more in this edition.We want to thank and acknowledge our sponsors for this show:– Johnny T-shirt: The best place for Tar Heel gear, a Chapel Hill tradition since 1983, and 20-year partners with Inside Carolina. Visit them on Franklin Street or check out their online store.**Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Since he took over in April, UNC Head Coach Michael Malone has been relentless in his search for high-level talent to add to the program. This weekend, the Tar Heels hosted their first weekend of official visits for the 2027 high school class by entertaining two of the top ten players available. Sherrell McMillan and Sean Moran join Joey Powell to discuss how the Tar Heels have reinserted themselves into the national conversation under a new staff.The Coast to Coast is delivered by Salvio's Pizzeria. **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.comFounded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Buck Sanders and Jason Staples join Tommy Ashley to break down North Carolina's 35-3 win over East Tennessee State on Saturday. Carolina's win pushing the Heels to 2-0 on the season with a trip to Clemson's Death Valley looming on Saturday.Ashley takes Staples and Sanders through the ETSU win from the pregame items for success discussed in last week's Game Plan with each of the five metrics discussed in detail from Billy Edwards, Jr.'s performance and efficiency in the passing game wrapping with a look at the youth and depth player performances on the defensive side of the ball.We want to thank and acknowledge our sponsors for this show:–> Johnny T-shirt: The best place for Tar Heel gear, a Chapel Hill tradition since 1983, and 20-year partners with Inside Carolina. Visit them on Franklin Street or check out their online store.–> iTicket.law: Getting a ticket is stressful. iTicket.law takes that stress away and saves you money, utilizing some of the best traffic defense attorneys across North Carolina.**Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.comFounded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Inside Carolina football recruiting expert Don Callahan joins Tommy Ashley for a discussion of North Carolina's recruiting ban for Saturday's home opener in Kenan Stadium against East Tennessee State. Callahan explains the violation and the penalty and the reasons behind the recruiting rules in effect across college football.Callahan and Ashley also dig into Carolina's situation and whether or not missing a home game will have an adverse effect on the Tar Heels' recruiting going foward.Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.comFounded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

NEW SPONSOR - LMNT Hydration DrinkGet a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT’s most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase https://www.DrinkLMNT.com/ic Inside Carolina football analyst Jason Staples joins Tommy Ashley to break down North Carolina's home opener against East Tennessee State on Saturday in Kenan Stadium. The Tar Heels are a heavy favorite against the visiting Buccaneers but Bill Belichick's team cannot discount the explosive offense and talented skill players on that side of the ball and the individual matchups should make for interesting theater on Saturday.Staples breaks down his keys to success - beyond the scoreboard - both defensively and on offense where Carolina spent much of their win over TCU doing just enough to maintain and ultimately win that game in Ireland. Efficiency in the passing game from Billy Edwards, Jr. and getting as many players across the roster quality snaps will be items to watch for as UNC looks to go 2-0 on the season.Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.comFounded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Michael Malone and his North Carolina Tar Heels know their season road in full as the ACC dropped the full conference slate on Wednesday. Notably, the Tar Heels will face Duke and Louisville twice while missing the Clemson Tigers for the first time in 75 years.IC's Rob Harrington and Tommy Ashley take a look at how the full schedule shakes out for the Heels and on the flip side, highlight the massive level of anticipation for Malone and his first Carolina team to get rolling this season.Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.comFounded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

North Carolina's 2026 baseball season ended on the last possible day in Omaha and while the ending was not what UNC fans wanted, the experiences gained from those players that return in 2027 cannot be measured.Inside Carolina's Tommy Ashley and Spencer Haskell sat down with sophomore pitcher Jackson Rose for a lengthy interview that covered all the bases for the lefty, from walking out on the mound and starting that national championship game, to his summer and work to improve to what he expects from this year's squad as they get deeper into fall practice.Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.comFounded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Inside Carolina basketball analyst Rob Harrington joins Tommy Ashley for a breakdown of the Michael Malone-led UNC Basketball high school recruiting approach and the need for the Tar Heels to sign elite talent out of the high school ranks.  Harrington discusses the vast benefits of Caleb Wilson's short time in Chapel Hill as a prime example of why high school recruiting is important and different from the transfer portal approach and the impact Wilson's time will have on the program down the road.Harrington and Ashley take on the discussion of in-state recruiting with two of Carolina's main targets - CJ Rosser and DeMarcus Henry being from the Tar Heel state while playing high school ball at elite programs in Florida and Arizona, respectively.  Harrington's point ties into the fanbase side of things and the old Tobacco Road feel of homegrown local talent on the roster.Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.comFounded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Lost in the media circus that was Bill Belichick's regularly scheduled Monday press conference was the appearance and words of three North Carolina football captains - Derek McDonald, Christo Kelly and Benjamin Hall.Inside Carolina beat writer Spencer Haskell joins Tommy Ashley to highlight the key takeaways from the leaders as they prepare for East Tennessee State on Saturday. Coming off the win in Ireland, confidence, culture and ignoring the outside noise was the common theme as they focus on the game amid another round of media scrutiny surrounds the head coach.Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.comFounded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Inside Carolina beat writer Spencer Haskell joins Tommy Ashley to discuss UNC Football's weekly game week press conference in the Kenan Football Center on Monday.  Head coach Bill Belichick was asked repeatedly about the ongoing investigations around the resignation of Michael Lombardi and other media reports that surfaced last week.Haskell and Ashley also offer their takes on the interviews with tight ends coach Caleb Pickrell along with center Christo Kelly, linebacker Derek McDonald and running back Ben McDonald. All four were asked about the turmoil around the program along with success against TCU and preparations for East Tennessee State on Saturday.Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.comFounded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.”  **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Inside Carolina's senior reporter Greg Barnes joins Tommy Ashley to discuss the resignation of GM Michael Lombardi and the fallout from the 'ongoing investigation' that has been widely reported on from local media outlets. Barnes and Ashley highlight the reset in the Kenan Football Center and on the field for Bill Belichick's team with regard to Lombardi's exit as well as the reports of on the potential nature of the questioning of persons with knowledge of the inner workings of the football program. Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.com Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Inside Carolina senior reporter Greg Barnes and Tommy Ashley add perspective to North Carolina's season opening win in Ireland over TCU as ACC teams get rolling this Labor Day Weekend.With the national pundits taking notice of Carolina's improvement highlights in the opener, Barnes and Ashley look at the five straight days of conference team action to add depth and context to the 15-10 win.Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.comFounded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.”**Call to Action:**  **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode!  **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans!  **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

IC basketball analyst Rob Harrington joins Tommy Ashley for another  Summer Series discussion - this episode highlighting the news of North Carolina's 20 million dollar basketball roster and the renewed expectations that go with it. Harrington and Ashley ask if the money changes the level of success necessary for Michael Malone in his first season in Chapel Hill, if money changes the game for players themselves and how the schedule - including the solid exhibition opponents - sets up for Malone and his coaching staff to work in their plans early. Finally, Harrington goes in on the NC State/UNC non-conference game set for mid-December in Greensboro and shares his wishful thoughts on reviving the old Big Four tournament between Carolina, State, Duke and Wake Forest. Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.com Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On Wednesday, Inside Carolina’s Sherrell McMillan reported on how North Carolina’s roster came together under new coach Michael Malone. From retaining current players to traveling the globe searching for talent, Malone and his coaching staff worked tirelessly in evaluating and locating talented players in short order, to field a competitive roster in 2026-27. Senior reporter Greg Barnes followed up McMillan’s work with a piece on the other side of the coin when it comes to college rosters now - the financial side. Barnes joins Tommy Ashley to discuss UNC Basketball’s $20 million roster, how it came together, why it came together and finally the process of keeping up with the markets to stay competitive in the new era of college basketball. *NEW SPONSOR* LMNT - Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT’s most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase at https://www.drinklmnt.com/ic Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.com Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

THROUGH LABOR DAY: Get 75% off an Inside Carolina subscription for the first year! Join today - http://www.InsideCarolina.com - New Subscribers Only Inside Carolina's senior reporter Greg Barnes joins Tommy Ashley to highlight key UNC performers that maybe did not get the focus or highlights they deserved for their performances in the win over TCU. Barnes and Ashley discuss the offensive line along with running backs Benjamin Hall and Jaylen McGill, crediting them for pass protection that aided QB Billy Edwards find success against a tough TCU front. On the defensive side, Jonathan Agumadu and Coleman Bryson get the spotlight as both stepped in and performed well behind starters Peyton Seellman and Peyton Waters in the back seven. The IC duo closes the show highlighting the preseason aspect of the first two games of the season - given the Heels won in Ireland - and how the extra practice time provides opportunity for more of Bill Belichick's young roster to earn snaps on the field in the coming weeks. *Download Cash App Today: https://click.cash.app/ui6m/x1cvatao #CashAppPod.  *Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App’s bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Cash App Visa® Debit Flex Cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC, and The Bancorp Bank, N.A., pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. See terms and conditions for the Sutton prepaid card, Sutton debit flex card, and Bancorp debit flex card.  Savings provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.com Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

North Carolina's baseball season ended on the last day of the College World Series and following the disappointing loss, Diamond Heel assistant coach and recruiting coordinator Scott Jackson immediately turned to the 2027 season and the building process for a new team. Jackson joins Inside Carolina's Tommy Ashley and Spencer Haskell to share all that goes into maintaining a college roster in this era, battling the transfer portal, the MLB Draft and all the other aspects of building a program 365 days a year. Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.com Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

North Carolina opened 2026 with a win in Ireland. It was not pretty or flashy, but Bill Belichick's team grinded out a victory over a TCU that embarrassed the Tar Heels in front of the football world last season. Inside Carolina senior reporter Greg Barnes joins Tommy Ashley to discuss exactly what the 15-10 win means, not only for the football program, but the fanbase, the national narratives and more.  Is Carolina poised to make a bowl run?  Can Carolina make noise in the ACC?  Or, was it a win over a bad team in bad weather and not all that significant in the grand season scheme?   Barnes and Ashley share their takes on those questions and more.   Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.com Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

THROUGH LABOR DAY: Get 75% off an Inside Carolina subscription for the first year! Join today - http://www.InsideCarolina.com - New Subscribers Only School is back in, and Michael Malone's roster for his inaugural season is finally set. An infinite number of questions surround the program as the players begin conditioning, bonding, and practicing. In that vein, Sherrell McMillan and Sean Moran join Joey Powell to consider some major hypotheses going into the final part of the summer.  The Coast to Coast is delivered by Salvio's Pizzeria. https://salviospizza.com Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.com Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

SEASON KICKOFF SALE: Get 75% off an Inside Carolina subscription for the first year! Join today - http://www.InsideCarolina.com - New Subscribers Only Inside Carolina's Buck Sanders and Jason Staples join Tommy Ashley to break down North Carolina's 15-10 win over TCU to open the 2026 season. The trio runs throw the highs and lows for the Tar Heels across the field - offensive standouts, defensive playmakers and a key special teams play that changed the trajectory of the game. Staples discusses the importance of Billy Edwards and decision making against the TCU defensive front on the offensive side of the ball as well as Jelani Thurman's breakout performance. They also highlight the defensive adjustments Belichick and staff made after the Horned Frogs had success early on outside runs. Finall, Sanders takes his mulligan on the season predictions after Carolina's win in Ireland to wrap the show. Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.com Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

SEASON KICKOFF SALE: Get 75% off an Inside Carolina subscription for the first year! Join today - http://www.InsideCarolina.com - New Subscribers Only Inside Carolina senior reporter Greg Barnes joins Tommy Ashley to discuss the reasons North Carolina can beat TCU and have a successful football season in 2026. On Thursday's Game Plan show, Barnes picked the Heels to win a close one over the Horned Frogs and he details the reasons for that prediction as well as signs that point to Carolina Football being better than many expect. Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.com Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Inside Carolina senior reporter Greg Barnes and IC football analyst Jason Staples join Tommy Ashley to preview and predict North Carolina's season opener against TCU on Saturday. The IC trio breaks down the importance of the season opener for not only this team, but Bill Belichick and the entire Carolina program, especially given the way last season played out. –> Johnny T-shirt: The best place for Tar Heel gear, a Chapel Hill tradition since 1983, and 20-year partners with Inside Carolina. Visit them on Franklin Street or check out their online store. –> iTicket.law: Getting a ticket is stressful. iTicket.law takes that stress away and saves you money, utilizing some of the best traffic defense attorneys across North Carolina. –> LMNT: An electrolyte drink mix with everything you need & nothing you don’t. Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT’s most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase Barnes and Staples highlight the matchups and areas of concern on both sides of the ball for the Heels and how important UNC's trenches - especially Christo Kelly and the offensive line in front of quarterback Billy Edwards, Jr. Carolina's secondary and linebacker play is highlighted as well as special teams under new coordinator Billy Miller. Finally, the prediction portion of the show as Barnes, Staples and Ashley take turns previewing and predicting how they believe the Tar Heels and Horned Frogs will play out in Ireland on Saturday. Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community - SEASON KICKOFF SALE: Get 75% off an Inside Carolina subscription for the first year! Join today - http://www.InsideCarolina.com Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

SEASON KICKOFF SALE: Get 75% off an Inside Carolina subscription for the first year! Join today - http://www.InsideCarolina.com - New Subscribers Only Inside Carolina senior reporter Greg Barnes and Tommy Ashley discuss areas of concern for North Carolina as the Heels head into their game with TCU on Saturday.  Barnes and Ashley highlight both sides of the ball, starting with the absence of defensive coordinator Steve Belichick and the depth in the secondary. On the offensive side, the focus once again turns to the offensive line as Bobby Petrino's offense will rely on the play of center Christo Kelly and other talented but yet unproven players up front, with a focus on the critical need to stay healthy in the middle. Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.com Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On Wednesday, North Carolina announced the promotions of former Tar Heels Brandon Martorano and Kyle Datres to full time Player Development roles on Scott Forbes' Diamond Heels coaching staff. Martorano and Datres previously served as undergraduate assistants last season and will continue those duties in their new permanent roles. Inside Carolina's Tommy Ashley and Spencer Haskell spoke to both new coaches on Wednesday about their new titles and job duties as well as the path both have taken since playing for the Tar Heels from 2016-2019. Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.com Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As North Carolina and other schools across the country ramp up to the start of the college football season, the NCAA's stance on the 2022 class eligibility issue continues to dominate the airwaves and the court system. Players in various lawsuits sit in limbo based on what lawyers and states they chose to file court cases in while college coaches and teams try to plan accordingly with the rosters they have at, literally, any given time. Inside Carolina senior reporter Greg Barnes and Tommy Ashley discuss the mess the NCAA's failure to take the simple step of grandfathering in the '22 class to their new five for five eligibility rule and while football and basketball make the biggest headlines, as the IC duo points out, the decisions and legal actions very much affect the fall Olympic Sports in Chapel Hill as well. Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.com Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

North Carolina’s field hockey season officially gets underway on Friday in Winston-Salem as the Tar Heels face nationally ranked Michigan at 3:30pm in the first leg of the ACC/BigTen Challenge. Erin Matson’s team completes the challenge on Sunday against the Iowa Hawkeyes in another ranked matchup to open a tough 2026 slate.  Matson joined Inside Carolina’s Tommy Ashley and Spencer Haskell for a wide ranging discussion including the challenges of the constant unknowns dealt coaches by the NCAA and court system when it comes to putting together a roster and managing all aspects of a strong program in the ever changing era of college athletics on and off the field.  Matson highlights her roster, including veteran captains Charly Bruder and Grace Pottebaum, goalies Merritt Skubisz and Tessa Shahbo, and newcomers Sofia Ferri and Imme De Leeuw among others. **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Inside Carolina senior reporter Greg Barnes and Tommy Ashley discuss Billy Edwards and the QB1 spot for North Carolina heading into game one against TCU in Ireland. Edwards spoke to the media for the first time since being elevated to the starting role on Monday and Barnes and Ashley highlight his comments and leadership qualities that will be necessary once the season kicks off on Saturday. The IC duo adds that Edwards's experience in four programs and his ability the adapt was key in the decision process. And, the ability to minimize negative plays align with Bill Belichick's philosophy. They compare Edwards to other quarterbacks like Miles O'Neill and Travis Burgess, emphasizing Edwards' current production and readiness for the game. The conversation underscores the pressure on Edwards but also the need for success not only for Edwards but for Belichick and the program in general. Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.com Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As the summer winds down, Inside Carolina's basketball analyst Rob Harrington joins Tommy Ashley for a question and answer session with submissions from the UNC Basketball Premium message board as InsideCarolina.com.  Questions range from Terrence Brown's importance, will the talented lead guard have free run or will Michael Malone's system force Brown into a controlled role, Jarin Stevenson's improvement and impact and how the non-conference schedule helps or hinders this Carolina team's development on the court. After the break, Harrington and Ashley take additional questions on the NBA elephant in the room for the North Carolina program and the importance of putting players at the game's highest level for the program's status and standing on the college basketball landscape as well as what's more important, talent or coaching and what combination of both is best for the success of a team.   Today's sponsor --> Download Cash App Today: https://click.cash.app/ui6m/x1cvatao New Cash App customers can earn $10 if they use code FAMILY10 in their profile at signup #CashAppPod. Barnes and Staples highlight the matchups and areas of concern on both sides of the ball for the Heels and how important UNC's trenches - especially Christo Kelly and the offensive line in front of quarterback Billy Edwards, Jr. Carolina's secondary and linebacker play is highlighted as well as special teams under new coordinator Billy Miller. Finally, the prediction portion of the show as Barnes, Staples and Ashley take turns previewing and predicting how they believe the Tar Heels and Horned Frogs will play out in Ireland on Saturday. Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community - SEASON KICKOFF SALE: Get 75% off an Inside Carolina subscription for the first year! Join today - http://www.InsideCarolina.com Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App’s bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Cash App Visa® Debit Flex Cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC, and The Bancorp Bank, N.A., pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. See terms and conditions for the Sutton prepaid card, Sutton debit flex card, and Bancorp debit flex card.  Savings provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.com  Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Inside Carolina senior reporter Greg Barnes joins Tommy Ashley to discuss game week in Chapel Hill and the processes that the past nine months have shaped the Carolina Football program heading into Saturday's matchup with TCU in Ireland. Barnes and Ashley hit on the offseason noise, recounting the vast differences in the lead up to last season and this season, with off the field drama and dealings shaping the narratives heading into 2026. After a rough 2025, the IC duo point to the field of play and what happens there for all that matters in Bill Belichick's second season in Chapel Hill. Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.com Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the second of an extensive series of interviews covering the North Carolina Diamond Heels, Inside Carolina's Tommy Ashley and Spencer Haskell sit down with Erik Paulsen to discuss his journey from New York to Chapel Hill. Paulsen share's his early baseball career story, from playing on high level teams early, to the recruiting process that landed him at Stoney Brook and ultimately at UNC. Leadership, sacrifice, improvement and life away from Boshamer Stadium highlight the interview with one of the players expected to help Carolina get back to Omaha in 2027. Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.com Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Inside Carolina's Greg Barnes joins Tommy Ashley to break down UNC's recently announced non-conference basketball slate highlighted by a run of home games to open the season and several high profile matchups in Greensboro, Charlotte and Madison Square Garden. Barnes and Ashley discuss Michael Malone's possible approach to games against lesser opponents as well as the showcase contests with West Virginia, Illinois and Kentucky on neutral courts and Arkansas in the Smith Center for the ACC/SEC Challenge. Click Here to Download Cash App Today #CashAppPod. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App’s bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Cash App Visa® Debit Flex Cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC, and The Bancorp Bank, N.A., pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. See terms and conditions for the Sutton prepaid card, Sutton debit flex card, and Bancorp debit flex card.  Savings provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.com Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With the Carolina football season just days way, the Inside Carolina's Buck Sanders, Jason Staples and Greg Barnes join Tommy Ashley and producer John Bauman for the annual Over/Under show. The crew breaks down the numbers and takes the high road or the low road when debating stats provided by members of the Tar Pit Premium message board at InsideCarolina.com. Sacks, wins, touchdowns, turnovers, team and player stats and more highlight the show with season team offensive and defensive MVPs predicted by each to round out the show. Have a take?  Head to Inside Carolina and join the discussion on the message boards about this and all the other shows here on the InsideCarolina YouTube channel. Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.com Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Inside Carolina senior reporter Greg Barnes joins Tommy Ashley to discuss the North Carolina / North Carolina State matchup in Greensboro in December - a game created due to the ACC's scheduling processing that eliminated the home and home games between the two Tobacco Road rivals. College baseball rivalries are not exempt from the ACC's process as the Diamond Heels will not face NC State or Duke in a three game series in 2027 forcing all three schools to work on non-conference game options to maintain the rivalries on the field. Barnes and Ashley discuss the possibility of future expansion of December's Carolina/State into a revival of the Big Four Tournament once held between Carolina, NC State, Wake Forest and Duke. Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.com Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Inside Carolina senior reporter Greg Barnes joins Tommy Ashley to discuss North Carolina's choice for the starting quarterback as the Tar Heels open the 2026 season in ten days against TCU. Barnes and Ashley discuss why Billy Edwards, Jr. gets the nod in Ireland over Miles O'Neill and Travis Burgess and what the decision means for the UNC offense. Barnes and Ashley highlight the positives Edwards can bring to the field and how new offensive coordinator Bobby Petrino will shape the offense around the veteran's skill set going forward. Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.com Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Inside Carolina basketball analyst Rob Harrington joins Tommy Ashley to discuss the challenges faced by first year coaches and how the changing times in college basketball has altered those challenges - or not - for new North Carolina head coach Michael Malone. Harrington and Ashley discuss past Tar Heel coaches, those rosters and the inherited continuity that previous first year head men often received when walking into the job, but also how the times allowed for more leeway and settling into the role as a new culture was constructed. Harrington closes the show with a recruiting story and the human side of coaching changes and the nature of the job for those involved. Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.com Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Progress is mandatory in Bill Belichick's second season as head coach of North Carolina football.  But what is progress?  Clearly, the win total must exceed last year's four wins - regardless of how tough the schedule is perceived to be in 2026. Is that the only barometer?  Does the money spent for coaching positions justify the level of expectations for the fanbase?  The administration?  Inside Carolina's senior reporter Greg Barnes join Tommy Ashley to discuss all aspects of Carolina Football progress and what areas of progress are necessary this season. While the answers are not as simple as they seem up front, when it comes down to the final judgement on the season and Belichick's second year in Chapel Hill, wins and losses will likely be everything for those that follow the Tar Heels. Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.com Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Exclusively for Inside Carolina listeners/viewers, get a free sample pack LMNT with any purchase when you use this link. Carolina kicks off the 2026 in less than two weeks as the Tar Heels face TCU in Ireland. After a bad year in 2025 and an off the field circus that matched the poor play on the field, the national narrative - and frankly much of the fanbase narrative - is that year two of the Bill Belichick era will not be much better than year one. What is driving that narrative?  Is it the collapse of last season?  The schedule?  The general dislike to the whole Belichick experiment? Inside Carolina senior reporter Greg Barnes joins Tommy Ashley to discuss those questions and more in the first IC Daily of the new season. Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.com Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

One of the more popular topics among the Inside Carolina message board community has always been high school recruiting. Sherrell McMillan and Rob Harrington have been following prep prospects for decades, and in this special episode, they pull back the curtain on some of the most fascinating stories surrounding popular recruitments at UNC. AAU Circuit hilarity, official visit awkwardness, the blue-chipper that you wanted all along...they're all fair game for discussion. Enjoy this very unique version of the Coast to Coast Podcast. The Coast to Coast is delivered by Salvio's Pizzeria. Http://salviospizza.com Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.com Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

FLASH SALE: Get 75% off an Inside Carolina subscription! Join today - http://www.InsideCarolina.com As we close in on two weeks before North Carolina meets TCU in Ireland to open the 2026 football season, Inside Carolina's football expert Jason Staples joins Tommy Ashley to break down the third media availability practice for Bill Belichick's second squad. Staples and Ashley highlight the offensive line with Shaq McRoy standing out and the quarterbacks with Miles O'Neill, Billy Edwards, Jr. and Travis Burgess getting the majority of the reps in the open viewing session. Finally, the IC duo discuss the receivers and defense and highlight the improved physical shape of the team as a whole and the options around the field on both sides of the ball. Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.com Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

FLASH SALE: Get 75% off an Inside Carolina subscription! Join today - http://www.InsideCarolina.com The Inside Carolina crew goes live to make their predictions for North Carolina's 2026 football schedule. Buck Sanders, Greg Barnes, and Jason Staples join Greg Barnes for a comprehensive look at Carolina's schedule including game by game breakdowns and their picks across the board for the full season - including the Tar Pit Premium message board community picks. Following the selection portion of the show, the discussion turns to floors and ceilings of the Tar Heel season and what 'improvement' looks like for the program in Bill Belichick's second year. Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.com Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

FLASH SALE: Get 75% off an Inside Carolina subscription! Join today - http://www.InsideCarolina.com With the commitment of big man Cameron Fens, North Carolina's basketball roster finally appears set for the 2026-27 season - Michael Malone's first year in Chapel Hill as head many of the Tar Heels. Continuing with his Inside Carolina summer series, Inside Carolina basketball analyst Rob Harrington joins host Tommy Ashley for an overview of the full UNC roster, from Fens to Brown, Stevenson to Samodurov, Brizzi to Denis and every player that fills out the squad. Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.com  Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Cameron Fens, a 7-foot, 255-pound center from South Dakota, recently  granted an extra year of eligibility, has committed to Michael Malone and the North Carolina Tar Heels. The quick recruitment process was facilitated by Chuck Martin's pre-existing relationship with Fens' agent. Fens' physical presence and post play skills, provides size, strength and versatility to the Heels interior and solidifies the roster heading into the school year. Coast to Coast is sponsored by Salvio's Pizzeria. Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.com Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

FLASH SALE: Get 75% off an Inside Carolina subscription! Join today - http://www.InsideCarolina.com Inside Carolina football analyst Jason Staples joins Tommy Ashley to discuss the second day of media availability for North Carolina football practice. Staples and Ashley highlight the quarterback room's potential, with Billy Edwards, Jr. appearing to be currently atop the depth chart, though accuracy issues are a concern for the room so far in camp. On the defensive side of the ball, Staples notes the early starters with Tre Miller and Peyton Waters getting first team reps as field corner and boundary safety, respectively.  The emphasis and the importance of speed and athleticism, particularly in the secondary, is highlighted by the players and combinations on the field for the early reps. Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.com Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With UNC's 2026 season just three weeks away, Inside Carolina's football recruiting expert Don Callahan joins Tommy Ashley for a look the Tar Heels 2027 recruiting class that is nearly completion in Bill Belichick's second year in Chapel Hill. Callahan and Ashley highlight the defensive side of the ball this week with a breakdown of the defensive line, linebacker and secondary commitments as well as discuss what are the remaining numbers for this class - especially after the 2026 class was double the normal class size. Yea  Finally, the IC duo offers their top five home games this season that will provide the best opportunities for Belichick and staff to host potential 2028 recruits. FLASH SALE: Get 75% off an Inside Carolina subscription! Join today - http://www.InsideCarolina.com Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.com Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As Steve Newmark assumed the reins of Athletic Director for the University of North Carolina, the landscape of college athletics continued to shift and alter appearances virtually daily in the ramp up to another academic and athletic year in Chapel Hill. Newmark’s background outside of collegiate sports is well documented but his experience in other realms have him poised to navigate this new era for UNC. Inside Carolina’s senior reporter Greg Barnes joins Tommy Ashley for a glimpse into Newmark’s approach to his new position, the points he’s made in interviews and meetings and decisions he has made and will need to continue to make for Carolina to remain near the pinnacle of college athletics. FLASH SALE: Get 75% off an Inside Carolina subscription! Join today - http://www.InsideCarolina.com Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.com Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

And just when you think you've got the answers about college athlete eligibility and the NCAA, a judge changes the questions. Last Friday, a Colorado judge granted an injunction that gave more players from the 2022 class another year to play college sports, thus altering roster projections across the country. With coach Michael Malone holding an open scholarship at UNC, Sherrell McMillan and Sean Moran join Joey Powell to sort out how the ruling might affect that last roster spot. The Coast to Coast is delivered by Salvio's Pizzeria. http://salviospizza.com Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.com Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

North Carolina opened training camp on July 30th as the Tar Heels prepare for year two in the Bill Belichick era and a trip to Ireland for a rematch against TCU in late August. Belichick and new offensive coordinator Bobby Petrino highlighted the work the players and coaching staff have accomplished since the spring including the offensive progression across the board. Inside Carolina's crew was on hand for the day's events and senior reporter Greg Barnes and beat writer Spencer Haskell join Tommy Ashley to discuss their takeaways on the press conferences and the opportunity to see the Heels on the Koman practice fields. Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.com Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

North Carolina played in the final game of the 2026 college baseball season and since that loss in the national championship game, time for reflections, rest and recharging has been off the radar for the North Carolina coaching staff.   Head coach Scott Forbes joins Inside Carolina's Tommy Ashley and Grace Nugent for a wide ranging look back at the 2026 season and the chaotic days and weeks since the season ended on the dirt in Omaha.  Forbes discusses the process and the execution of the recruiting plan to restock the Tar Heel roster, the joy watching players chase their professional dreams and what he expects from the newcomers on and off the field while they are a part of his program. Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.com Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Inside Carolina basketball analyst Rob Harrington joins Tommy Ashley to discuss the current state of the Carolina basketball program, focusing on Michael Malone's hiring and its impact within the Carolina Family and beyond. Harrington highlights Malone's creative staffing approach, blending new and old voices, and his use of both aspects of his coaching staff in  recruiting both here and abroad. Harrington also points to Malone's emphasis on alumni outreach and the inclusion of the branches of the family tree as positive points for the program's future. Finally, the IC duo touches on the need for instate talent on the roster as a means to secure fan support and engagement in the new era of athletics. Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.com Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports.This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.