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UNC volleyball embraces challenge of repeating historic season

By C Jackson Cowart | August 17

There are no whispers during practice. No shy murmurs, no anxious thoughts.

Athletic administrator Beth Miller left her mark on UNC

By Sarah Headley | March 27

Ask Dr. Beth Miller what she will miss the most about the University and she will tell you the people.

UNC outside hitter Lauren McAdoo (8) serves the ball during Sunday's 3-0 win against Duke at Cameron Indoor Stadium.

Volleyball loses to Texas in a heartbreaker for a spot in the Final Four

By Ben Coley | December 14

The seventh-seeded North Carolina volleyball team and second-seeded Texas have had different volleyball histories.

Beth Nordhorn and Chaniel Nelson attempt to block a spike during Sunday afternoon's win over Syracuse.

SWEET 16 BOUND

By Ben Coley | December 7

The North Carolina volleyball team was in an unfamiliar position over the weekend. It was UNC’s first time hosting NCAA tournament first and second ...

UNC volleyball team seeded seventh in NCAA tournament

By Ben Coley | December 1

This season, the No. 7 North Carolina volleyball team has done its best to rewrite the record books.

UNC volleyball outlasts Louisville in final road trip

By jane zorowitz | November 24

The North Carolina volleyball team — No. 7 in the country and No. 1 in the ACC — has a target on its back.

Paige Neuenfeldt ignites spark in UNC volleyball win over Florida State

By jane zorowitz | November 17

If there was one thing that could match the energy of the 4,610-person crowd in Carmichael Arena during the No. 8 North Carolina volleyball team's 3-1 ...

Volleyball victorious in first match between top-10 teams in ACC history

By Ben Coley | November 17

In Carmichael Arena on Friday, important firsts weighed on the minds of players and coaches.

Freshman middle blocker Beth Nordhorn serves the ball during the Tar Heel's victory over NC State. Nordhorn finished the match with two blocks and one kill.

Freshman Beth Nordhorn steps up as UNC volleyball extends winning streak

By Logan Ulrich | November 14

As soon as she steps onto the court, freshman Beth Nordhorn stands out. And it’s not just because she’s 6-foot-6.

Senior opposite hitter Chaniel Nelson spikes the ball over NC State players and helped contribute to the Heels' .351 team hitting percentage.

UNC volleyball wins 12th straight match after beating NC State

By Ben Coley | November 14

With a highly anticipated date with No. 3 Florida State looming ahead, the No. 8 North Carolina volleyball team had one goal in mind against N.C. State ...

UNC volleyball defeats Boston College 3-0, hopes to improve

By jane zorowitz | November 10

Ten straight wins for the UNC volleyball team, but they still weren't satisfied.

McPherson carries UNC volleyball to two weekend wins

By Ben Coley | November 10

For the No. 8 North Carolina volleyball team's sweep against Virginia Tech on Sunday, junior Victoria McPherson served two roles — finisher and beginner. ...

Leigh Andrew pushes UNC volleyball past Miami

By Pat James | November 3

Without its head coach and facing a Miami Hurricanes team that was on a rampage, the No. 9 North Carolina volleyball team needed someone to serve as the ...

Leigh Andrew, a junior outside hitter, spikes a ball against Miami on Friday. UNC won 3-0 against the Miami Hurricanes.

Volleyball sweeps Miami despite Sagula absence

By Alexis Barnes | November 3

Buzz Lightyear, Superwoman and an Angry Bird were all in attendance to watch the No. 9 North Carolina volleyball team sweep Miami 3-0.

UNC volleyball blocks Boston's attempts to score

By Ben Coley | October 27

In Friday’s match, Boston College was trying its best to dial up the perfect kill against the No. 9 North Carolina volleyball team.

Emotion carries UNC volleyball team to 2 wins

By Caleb Waters | October 27

More than three decades into his career as head volleyball coach, Joe Sagula had never been ejected from a game — until Sunday afternoon.

UNC defensive specialist Ece Taner (9) prepares to serve during Sunday's 3-0 win against Duke at Cameron Indoor Stadium.

UNC volleyball sweeps Duke on the road

By Ben Coley | October 19

DURHAM — In the 2013 regular-season finale, the North Carolina volleyball team lost a five-set thriller against Duke in Cameron Indoor Stadium after ...

UNC volleyball bounces back after early funk to beat Virginia

By Brandon Chase | October 13

Coach Joe Sagula was frustrated.

No. 12 UNC volleyball sweeps Virginia 3-0

By Ben Coley | October 13

Merely seconds into the North Carolina volleyball team’s match with Virginia, junior middle blocker Victoria McPherson rose up on the right side of ...

Ece Taner, a senior varsity member of the Carolina Volleyball team, pictured on Tuesday evening in Carmichael Arena.

Turkish volleyball player Ece Taner steps up as leader for Tar Heels

By Pat James | October 10

Senior libero Ece Taner sits in the stands at Carmichael Arena, legs crossed and overlooking the gym floor where she and the North Carolina volleyball ...