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University of North Carolina

Veteran UNC running back to ‘retire’ from college football amid reports of dysfunction within program

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CHAPEL HILL, N.C. (WNCN) – North Carolina senior running back Caleb Hood, who opened the 2025 season as the Tar Heels’ starter, revealed his plans to retire from college football in a social media post on Friday. “After much thought, prayer and discussion with my family, I have decided to retire from football,” Hood wrote. “My journey at UNC has been special and I appreciate … [Read more...] about Veteran UNC running back to ‘retire’ from college football amid reports of dysfunction within program

Savannah Bananas to bring world tour to Chapel Hill in 2026

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CHAPEL HILL, N.C. (WNCN) – The Savannah Bananas are bringing their wild and crazy style of baseball entertainment to the Triangle area next year. “Banana Ball” will take center stage at the campus of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with the popular traveling baseball team set to play at Kenan Stadium in April 2026, the school announced on Thursday. This … [Read more...] about Savannah Bananas to bring world tour to Chapel Hill in 2026

UNC assistant football coach suspended, athletics department says

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CHAPEL HILL, N.C. (WNCN) — An assistant coach for the North Carolina Tar Heels football team has been suspended, the university's athletics department confirmed Thursday. Armond Hawkins, the team's cornerbacks coach, was suspended "for violating NCAA rules related to extra benefits," according to the department. "He will remain on leave as the Department of Athletics … [Read more...] about UNC assistant football coach suspended, athletics department says