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What's it like to be recruited to play basketball at UNC?

By Beckett Brantley | October 29

“This is a 'we' program, it’s not about just the 'me,' it’s about the 'we,'” head coach Hubert Davis said. “Those are the types of conversations ...

Maria Gakdeng looks to bring increased confidence, versatility to UNC's squad

By Beckett Brantley | October 29

UNC's senior center has worked on establishing her on-court confidence and developing a midrange shot.

UNC women's basketball prepares for challenging 2024-25 schedule

By Kendall Allen | October 29

The UNC women's basketball schedule features high profile matchups and cross-country travel.

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'Just what we needed': Transfer Grace Townsend finds perfect fit at UNC in final year

By Tess Alongi | October 29

After talking with head coach Courtney Banghart, graduate guard Grace Townsend knew UNC was different.

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UNC women's basketball uses TikTok to grow team chemistry, personal brands

By Marvin Lee | October 29

Ahead of the 2024-25 season, the UNC women's basketball team is using TikTok to build team chemistry.

Laila Hull aims to make immediate impact after redshirting her first-year

By Alexandra Jones | October 29

Laila Hull was forced to redshirt her first-year following labrum surgery on her right shoulder.

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First-year Jordan Zubich makes transition from small-town basketball to Division I

By Shannen Horan | October 29

Jordan Zurbich is sporting a new number to honor her hometown as she brings her shooting skill to UNC in her first year.

Guard Trayanna Crisp aims to return to winning tradition after transferring to UNC

By Sarah Stephens | October 29

After losing 40 times during her two seasons at Arizona State, transfer guard Trayanna Crisp is looking to have an impact on UNC and help create a winning ...

Blanca Thomas brings versatile scoring, height to UNC's frontcourt

By Megan Smith | October 29

The first-year center has focused on becoming more physical in the post while also using her height as an advantage.

Following multiple injuries, Ciera Toomey finds new love for basketball

By Cade Shoemaker | October 29

The redshirt first-year forward suffered a torn ACL and then tore ligaments in her wrist, sidelining her for her first season.

Former walk-on Sydney Barker finds voice in sophomore season

By Connor Gould | October 29

After starting as a walk-on her first year and receiving a scholarship in February, sophomore Sydney Barker is looking to expand her role at North Carolina. ...

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Analysis: Two takeaways about UNC women's basketball from ACC Tipoff

By Matthew Maynard | October 10

“If we can stay healthy, we’re deeper,” Banghart said. “We’ve got more pieces.” The UNC women's basketball team prepares for the upcoming ...

Five-star 2025 wing Nyla Brooks commits to UNC women's basketball

By Emma Moon | August 29

On Thursday, 2025 five-star wing Nyla Brooks committed to the UNC women's basketball team after announcing her plans via social media.

Off-season report: Looking at UNC women's basketball roster ahead of next season

By Emma Moon | July 2

Senior guard Deja Kelly drew the most attention by transferring to Oregon after leading North Carolina's offense for the last four seasons. Despite ...

UNC women's basketball forward Alyssa Ustby announces return for fifth season

By Daniel Wei | April 26

UNC women's basketball Alyssa Ustby announced via Instagram on Friday evening that she will return for her fifth and final season.

UNC women's basketball guard Deja Kelly enters the transfer portal

By Emma Moon | April 8

UNC women’s basketball guard Deja Kelly will enter the transfer portal, according to ESPN’s Alexa Philippou.

Sports betting during March Madness builds community, raises concern about gambling

By Tess Alongi and Akash Bhowmik | March 26

Online sports betting was legalized in North Carolina on March 11. Since then, students and experts have voiced concerns about gambling addictions but ...