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1. Bulldog Block Party 2026 Preview | UNC Asheville Bulldogs Basketball News

   Get ready to celebrate Bulldog pride at the 2026 Bulldog Block Party, happening October 16th from 5 to 8 PM on campus! Join UNC Asheville Athletics and Ingles for a family-friendly night of music, food, and fun during Family Weekend. Meet the new men’s and women’s basketball teams, connect with...

   Sep 17, 2026

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2. Bulldogs' Non-Conference Schedule Revealed | UNC Asheville Bulldogs Basketball News

   UNC Asheville’s men’s basketball team is hitting the road hard in 2026-27, playing 16 non-conference games across November and December — starting with a trip to Richmond, then home matchups against Erskine and Western Carolina, before facing West Georgia, Georgia Tech, and Tennessee Tech. The...

   Aug 27, 2026

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3. Own a Piece of Bulldog Basketball History | UNC Asheville Bulldogs Basketball News

   Own a piece of Bulldog Basketball history—UNC Asheville is offering fans a signed slice of the original Kimmel Arena court to those who renew or buy season tickets by August 1. This iconic floor witnessed championships, buzzer-beaters, and the rise of legends like Drew Pember in Taiwan, Tajion...

   Jul 28, 2026

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4. "Call your mom." - A Message From Corey

   "Call your mom." - A Message From Corey

   Jul 23, 2026

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5. Bulldogs Excel Academically and Athletically | UNC Asheville Bulldogs Basketball News

   Ninety-seven UNC Asheville student-athletes earned the Big South Conference Presidential Honor Roll for the 2025-26 academic year, showcasing an extraordinary commitment to academics alongside athletics—with 77.56% of eligible athletes making the cut. Twenty-eight Bulldogs achieved a perfect 4.0...

   Jul 22, 2026

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6. "Only Rock With Real Ones." - A Message from Corey

   "Only Rock With Real Ones." - A Message from Corey

   Jul 22, 2026

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7. LJ Thorpe Heads to France | UNC Asheville Bulldogs Basketball News

   LJ Thorpe, UNC Asheville’s basketball standout, is making his mark on the global stage—heading to France to play for BCM Gravelines-Dunkerque in one of Europe’s elite leagues. After dominating college hoops with over 1,200 points and 290 assists, Thorpe’s pro career has soared: he’s already lit…

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   Jul 16, 2026

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8. UNC Asheville Stars Shine Academically | UNC Asheville Bulldogs Basketball News

   UNC Asheville’s men’s basketball team just shattered its own record, with five student-athletes—Brayden Rivers, Connor Dubsky, Daniel Thomas, DJ Patrick, and Jakel Powell—named to the prestigious NABC Honors Court for the 2025-26 academic year. These standout players, all juniors, seniors, or…

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   Jul 15, 2026

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9. Tyler Guidry Joins Asheville Bulldogs | UNC Asheville Bulldogs Basketball News

   Tyler Guidry, a multi-faceted basketball coach with deep roots in Texas, has joined UNC Asheville’s staff, bringing a winning blend of player development, recruiting savvy, and academic credentials to the Bulldogs’ roster. From high school Coach of the Year honors to NCAA coaching roles at UTRGV,...

   Jul 15, 2026

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10. Drew Pember Re-Signs with Taiwan Team | UNC Asheville Bulldogs Basketball News

    Drew Pember, the college basketball phenom from UNC Asheville, has re-signed with the Hsinchu Toplus Lioneers in Taiwan, ready to dominate again. Last season, he averaged 18.8 points and 11.5 rebounds while dishing 2.9 assists — earning All-League Second Team honors and multiple Player of the…

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    Jul 10, 2026

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11. Own a Piece of Bulldog Basketball History | UNC Asheville Bulldogs Basketball News

    UNC Asheville’s basketball program is handing out signed pieces of the historic Kimmel Arena court to season ticket holders who renew or buy before August 1—signed by both men’s and women’s head coaches. This isn’t just a souvenir; it’s a tangible piece of Bulldog legacy, celebrating championship...

    Jul 8, 2026

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12. UNC Asheville Bolts New Coaching Hires | UNC Asheville Bulldogs Basketball News

    UNC Asheville’s basketball program is gearing up for a big leap forward with two key hires: Jamison McIver, a proven winner with 163 wins in 14 years at Caldwell Community College—including 8 as head coach—and Jonathan Steelman, promoted to General Manager and Assistant Coach after serving as…

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    Jul 8, 2026

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13. "Someone’s Life Is Changing Today..." - A message from Corey

    "Someone’s Life Is Changing Today..." - A message from Corey

    Jul 7, 2026

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14. UNC Asheville Star Heads to Serbia | UNC Asheville Bulldogs Basketball News

    Justin Wright, UNC Asheville’s standout scorer and playmaker, just signed his first pro contract heading to Serbia with KK Kolubara Lazarevac. After averaging 17 points, 3 rebounds, and 3 assists while leading his team in steals and free throw shooting, he proved he’s got the all-around game to...

    Jul 6, 2026

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15. Happy 4th of July! - A message of Corey

    Happy 4th of July! - A message of Corey

    Jul 4, 2026

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16. Advertise with The Daily News Now! - A Message from Corey

    Advertise with The Daily News Now! - A Message from Corey

    Jul 1, 2026

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17. Five New Cities, One Big Mission - A Message from Corey

    Five New Cities, One Big Mission - A Message from Corey

    Jun 29, 2026

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18. Trust The Process - A Message from Corey

    Trust The Process - A Message from Corey

    Jun 28, 2026

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19. Tajion Jones Heads to Poland

    Tajion Jones, UNC Asheville’s all-time scoring leader and former NCAA Tournament hero, is heading overseas again—this time to Poland, where he’ll suit up for Stal Ostrów Wielkopolski in the top-flight Polish Basketball League. After two seasons in Europe, including standout stints in Italy and…

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    Jun 18, 2026

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20. Asheville Hoops 2026-27 Roster Breakdown

    Asheville’s men’s basketball team is firing up for the 2026-27 season with a loaded, new-look roster packed with transfers and high-potential talent from across the country. Guards and forwards are hitting the gym hard this summer, bringing proven scoring, elite defense, and fresh energy to the...

    Jun 4, 2026

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21. UNC Asheville Bulldogs Add Scoring Punch

    UNC Asheville mens basketball secures two key additions to their 2026 recruiting class: Khayri Dunn and Kelcy Phipps. Dunn, a 61 guard from Georgia, brings scoring punch and experience from Georgia Southern and the College of Southern Idaho. Phipps, a sharpshooter from Portland State, is known…

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    May 14, 2026

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22. UNC Asheville Lands French Forward Abou Magassa

    UNC Asheville secures a promising forward for the 2026-27 season, as Abou Magassa, a six-foot-seven French native, signs his National Letter of Intent. Magassa, who spent two seasons at Wyoming, averaged 12.6 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 3.3 points per game, showcasing his potential and efficiency....

    May 12, 2026

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23. NCAA Expands March Madness: More Teams, More Drama

    NCAA Expands March Madness: A Mixed Reaction from Coaches and Analysts The NCAA has expanded the mens and womens tournaments from 68 to 76 teams, allowing more Division I programs to participate. The opening round games will remain in Dayton, Ohio, with additional games at an unnamed location....

    May 7, 2026

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24. UNC Asheville Bulldogs' ASHPYs Awards Banquet: A Banner Year

    UNC Asheville Athletics celebrated their outstanding 2025-26 season at the ASHPYs Awards Banquet, highlighting championships, records, and exceptional performances across all sixteen NCAA Division I programs. The event, held at The Venue in downtown Asheville, recognized newcomers like Lennart...

    May 1, 2026

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25. UNC Asheville Basketball Season Tickets on Sale

    UNC Asheville basketball season tickets for 2026-27 are now available, with packages starting at $55 for youth womens tickets and premium adult combos at $355. Options include premium reserved, regular reserved, youth deals, and women-only plans, with perks like courtside spots and suite access....

    Apr 30, 2026

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26. UNC Asheville Gains Sharpshooter Lipkins

    UNC Asheville Bulldogs secure commitment from guard JaCorey Lipkins for 2026-27 season. Lipkins, a sharpshooter from Canton, Ohio, spent 2025-26 as a redshirt at Purdue Fort Wayne. He previously earned Mountain East Conference Freshman of the Year and All-Conference Second Team honors at Division...

    Apr 24, 2026

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27. Quintin Mansfield Joins UNC Asheville

    UNC Asheville Mens Basketball Secures Top Recruit: Quintin Mansfield, a 67 forward from Snellville, Georgia, has signed his National Letter of Intent to join the Bulldogs for the 2022-23 season. Mansfield, ranked the number eleven forward in Georgia, brings a proven track record of success…

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    Apr 17, 2026

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28. UNC Asheville Bulldog Challenge: Fundraiser for Student-Athletes

    Join the UNC Asheville Bulldog Challenge on April 15th, a one-day fundraiser supporting student-athlete scholarships and team enhancements. Donate to your favorite team or the Bulldog Athletics Scholarship Fund to boost baseball, basketball, track, cross country, golf, soccer, tennis, swim &…

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    Apr 15, 2026

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29. Chatman Joins Bulldogs, Boosts Perimeter Game

    UNC Asheville mens basketball coach Mike Morrell signs Tylon Chatman, a six-foot junior transfer guard from Lee University, to bolster the Bulldogs backcourt. Chatman, a Tennessee native, averaged 11 points and 3.7 assists per game at Lee, with impressive shooting splits. Hes set to boost...

    Apr 10, 2026

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30. UNC Asheville's Patrick Earns Academic All-District Honors

    UNC Ashevilles DJ Patil, a redshirt senior, has been named Academic All-District, marking his fourth consecutive year of this honor. With a perfect 4.0 GPA in Interdisciplinary Studies, hes also a finalist for Academic All-America. On the court, Patil averaged 9.6 points per game and led the team...

    Mar 24, 2026

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31. UNC Asheville's First Four Win: A Tournament Milestone

    UNC Asheville made history in the 2011 NCAA Tournament, winning the First Four games and earning a spotlight on national broadcasts. After a tough season, they rallied with three straight wins, including a buzzer-beating three-pointer. In the conference tournament, they dominated Coastal Carolina...

    Mar 23, 2026

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32. UNC Asheville Bulldogs: Loyalty Amid Transfer Frenzy

    UNC Ashevilles mens basketball team stands out in the Big South conference for its player loyalty, with seven returning players and one redshirt for next season. Coach Morrell emphasizes building genuine connections to retain talent amidst the transfer portal frenzy. The teams strong culture...

    Mar 11, 2026

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33. Toyaz Solomon Earns Big South All-Tournament Honors

    UNC Ashevilles Toyaz Solomon shines at Big South Tournament, earning All-Tournament Team spot with impressive stats and career milestones. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary...

    Mar 9, 2026

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34. High Point Edges UNC Asheville in Thriller

    High Point edges UNC Asheville in a thrilling Big South semifinal, securing a spot in the championship game. Toyaz Solomon leads Asheville with 30 points and 13 rebounds, but High Points improved second-half shooting proves decisive. Ashevilles season ends at 15-17, while High Point advances....

    Mar 7, 2026

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35. High Point vs Asheville: Tournament Showdown

    High Point Panthers, with a 28-4 record, face UNC Asheville Bulldogs in a Big South Tournament matchup. Panthers lead in rebounding and field goal percentage, while Bulldogs edge in scoring. Key players include High Points Chase Johnston and Rob Martin, and Ashevilles Kameron Taylor and Daren...

    Mar 7, 2026

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36. UNC Asheville Bulldogs Secure Tournament Win

    UNC Asheville Bulldogs secure thrilling overtime win over Longwood Lancers, advancing to semifinals of Big South basketball tournament. Kameron Taylor and Justin Wright lead the charge, with Wright scoring a game-high 28 points. Bulldogs complete season sweep of Lancers and secure their first...

    Mar 7, 2026

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37. UNC Asheville's 2016 Big South Title Run

    UNC Ashevilles 2015-16 mens basketball team, led by first-year coach Nick McDevitt, defied expectations, finishing the regular season with nineteen wins and ten losses. They secured their third championship in six years, upsetting teams like Tennessee and Georgetown. The tournament run was...

    Mar 6, 2026

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38. UNC Asheville Basketball Players Honored

    UNC Ashevilles mens basketball team had an impressive week as five players received All-Conference honors from the Big South Conference. Kameron Taylor led the way with First Team recognition, followed by Toyaz Solomon on Second Team. Freshmen Myles Mayfield and Daniel Thomas made the…

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    Mar 3, 2026

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39. Kameron Taylor's Big South Honors & Postseason Push

    UNC Ashevilles Kameron Taylor shines in back-to-back wins, earning Big South Conference Co-Player of the Week honors. The sophomore scored 24 points against Gardner-Webb and a career-high 35 against Charleston Southern, averaging 21.7 points per game in conference play. Taylor leads the Bulldogs...

    Mar 1, 2026

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40. UNC Asheville Bulldogs Lose Senior Night, 92-75

    UNC Ashevilles senior night ended in a tough loss to Charleston Southern, 92-75. The Bulldogs, led by Kameron Taylors 35 points, had a strong first half but struggled in the second, allowing the Buccaneers to outscore them 59-36. Asheville finishes the regular season with 14 wins and 16 losses,...

    Mar 1, 2026

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41. UNC Asheville vs Charleston Southern: Senior Day Showdown

    UNC Asheville faces Charleston Southern in their final regular season game, aiming for a win to secure a higher tournament seed. The Bulldogs, with a 14-15 record, have a chance to clinch third place with a victory and a Radford loss. Charleston Southern, leading in assists, rebounds, and threes,...

    Feb 27, 2026

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42. Bulldogs vs Buccaneers: Big South Showdown

    UNC Asheville Bulldogs face Charleston Southern Buccaneers in Asheville, NC this Saturday at 2 PM ET. Both teams are around .500, with Asheville at 14-15 and Charleston Southern at 14-16. Asheville leads the Big South with an 8-7 record, while Charleston Southern is 5-10. Asheville excels at…

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    Feb 27, 2026

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43. Asheville Bulldogs' Road Win vs Gardner-Webb

    Asheville Bulldogs secure road win over Gardner-Webb, 77-71, in a thrilling comeback. Kameron Taylor leads with 24 points, 8 rebounds, and 5 assists. The Bulldogs outrebound Gardner-Webb 39-23, securing a 20-8 edge in second-chance points. Asheville heads home for Senior Day, facing Charleston...

    Feb 27, 2026

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