Locked On Tar Heels - Daily Podcast On North Carolina Tar Heels Basketball & Football

UNC Tar Heels fans relive iconic moments and reflect on their favorite non-Duke, non-championship basketball memories—including the unforgettable 2017 Elite Eight win over Kentucky and Luke Maye’s legendary shot. Host Isaac Schade dives into personal in-arena experiences, from RJ Davis’ Smith Center scoring record to the electric Final Four showdown against Duke, while discussing which Duke stars...

Miami Hurricanes quarterback Darian Mensah emerges as a potential No. 1 pick in the 2027 NFL Draft—can he lead Miami to an ACC title and redefine the conference quarterback standard? The ACC Squad breaks down ACC kickoff storylines, conference branding strategies, and Yahoo Sports’ surprising ACC quarterback rankings. The crew debates the impact of Monster Energy’s Big 12 sponsorship and examines...

It's time for the 2026-27 UNC Basketball Roster Preview Series! 1st up: Maximo Adams Maximo Adams stays loyal to North Carolina Tar Heels despite a coaching shakeup and is poised to electrify Chapel Hill in his freshman season. Does his elite scoring, versatility, and West Coast pedigree give UNC an instant impact player off the bench—or possibly a future ACC Sixth Man of the Year? Isaac Schade an...

North Carolina Tar Heels shatter Duke Blue Devils’ dreams in a Final Four showdown that rewrote college basketball history. Caleb Love’s iconic dagger and Armando Bacot’s 21-rebound heroics gave UNC fans the ultimate trump card by ending Coach K’s legendary career on the biggest stage. Can Duke ever recover from this rivalry-defining defeat? Isaac Schade breaks down No. 4-1 of the top 10 UNC baske...

UNC Tar Heels shine in decade-defining basketball clashes—where does Luke Maye’s iconic shot against Kentucky rank among the greatest? Host Isaac Schade unveils his top Carolina games from the past ten years, spotlighting unforgettable moments like Zion Williamson’s infamous shoe blowout at Cameron Indoor and Cormac Ryan’s 31-point barrage against Duke. Relive major upsets, buzzer-beaters, and the...

North Carolina Tar Heels crush NC State Wolfpack with a historic 51-point blowout—could this be one of the greatest ACC basketball wins of the past decade? Isaac Schade spotlights Nos. 10-8 of UNC’s top 10 games from the last ten seasons, highlighting dominant victories, key comeback performances, and unforgettable tournament moments from names like Armando Bacot, RJ Davis, and Kennedy Meeks. Reli...

Top 10 UNC Athletics moments of 2025-26, No. 3-1 North Carolina Tar Heels stun Duke with Seth Trimble’s electrifying last-second shot, rewriting rivalry history. It comes in at No. 3 on our Top 10 moments of the 2025-26 UNC athletics cycle? Isaac Schade breaks down the Tar Heels’ top three athletic storylines of the year, spotlighting the men’s basketball coaching shakeup as Michael Malone replace...

ACC football faces a seismic shift as the NCAA’s new 5-in-5 eligibility rule promises major advantages for teams like Miami, NC State, and Duke. Could seasoned veterans and enhanced player development help the ACC challenge SEC dominance? The ACC Squad dissects the impact, spotlighting how standout programs can leverage senior-heavy rosters—including Miami’s Mark Fletcher Jr., Duke’s Nate Sheppard...

Top 10 UNC Athletics moments of 2025-26, No. 7-4 UNC Tar Heels fans are left wondering what could have been after Caleb Wilson’s electrifying season was cut short by injuries. His dynamic play, alongside Henri Veesaar, had Chapel Hill buzzing—could Wilson have become March Madness’ newest darling if healthy? Meanwhile, Reese Brantmeier captures the NCAA women’s singles national championship, showc...

Top 10 UNC Athletics moments of 2025-26, No. 10-8 UNC Athletics shine on the national stage as Bubba Cunningham exits, while Steve Newmark moves in and fresh faces make their mark. Is the Tar Heels’ next golden era underway? Isaac Schade spotlights Henri Veesaar’s explosive rise in men’s basketball, the strategic impact of the House settlement on student-athlete compensation, and UNC’s dominance a...

UNC Tar Heels shake up their non-conference schedule with a high-stakes matchup against Illinois and a much-anticipated rematch with NC State. Could Michael Malone’s squad be gearing up for one of their toughest seasons yet? Isaac Schade breaks down why adding Illinois—a projected top-five program—to the January slate gives the Tar Heels national legitimacy and fuels excitement for a rare midseaso...

Is Carolina basketball primed for a new era under Coach Michael Malone? With nearly three months on the job, big questions swirl around the direction of the UNC Tar Heels program. The conversation focused on Malone’s bold approach, his impact on recruiting, and how his basketball acumen and international experience could change the game in Chapel Hill. Key players like Neo Avdalas, Matt Able, and...

Coach Bill Robinson is back on Locked On Tar Heels to share his firsthand observations from UNC Basketball Camp and provide his initial evaluation of the 2026-27 North Carolina Tar Heels! Host Isaac Schade and Coach Robinson discuss what stood out during Michael Malone's first summer camp session as UNC's head coach, how the team is adapting to the new staff, and which players are already making s...

ACC head coaches see their rankings upended as Mario Cristobal surges to the top, while Clemson’s Dabo Swinney falls to third—raising eyebrows across college football. Can Virginia Tech’s James Franklin justify his controversial second-place ranking after a recent firing? The ACC squad breaks down Andy Staples’ latest coaching power list, debating surprising placements for Manny Diaz at Duke, Bren...

North Carolina Tar Heels secure a major offseason boost as prized international big man Alexandros Samadurov arrives in Chapel Hill. With memories of last summer’s Luka Bogavac clearance drama still fresh, Isaac Schade and guest Josh Marlow break down why Samadurov’s early arrival could be a game-changer for new coach Michael Malone’s revamped frontcourt and UNC’s preseason outlook. Will Samadurov...

Caleb Wilson goes No. 4 overall to the Chicago Bulls and it's great news for the Tar Heels. He's the highest draft pick for Carolina since Marvin Williams went No. 2 in 2005. This is Massive for UNC from a branding and visibility standpoint, particularly with it being someone of Caleb's personality. The NCAA is moving forward with 5-in-5. What's it mean? And how will this potentially affect curern...

North Carolina has continued in the hunt for a back-up point guard. They are out on Oregon transfer Wei Lin, but Buffalo transfer Angelo Rizzi was recently granted a hardship by the NCAA to be able to play another year of college basketball - is he the answer for the Heels? The Diamond Heels lost in the national championship to the buzzsaw that was Oklahoma. We break it down one last time and look...

It all comes down to this: 1 game for the national championship. Jackson Rose gets the call to start on the mound. The freshman southpaw is having a great NCAA Tournament, can he do it one more time? UNC was able to hold down the potent Oklahoma offense in game 2 behind stellar pitching from  Ryan Lynch and Caden Glauber. Can Rose do the same? How will the Carolina bats handle Oklahoma freshman st...

North Carolina Tar Heels eye first-ever baseball national championship—can they seize the moment 20 years after heartbreak? Isaac Schade spotlights freshman pitcher Jackson Rose’s dominance and the resilient performances that led UNC to a winner-take-all College World Series Game 3 against Oklahoma. The stakes are massive: past disappointment, a historic pitching matchup, and key contributions fro...

The North Carolina Tar Heels are once again facing elimination, similar to the situation they found themselves in vs. USC in the Super Regional. This time, it's Ryan Lynch with the ball, rather than Jason DeCaro. Can he hold down the potent Oklahoma offense? Can the Tar Heel offense get going more so than Game 1? Will the Tar Heels force a winner-take-all Game 3 or will this be the end of the road...

North Carolina has advanced to the Championship Series of the College World Series for the third time in program history and 20 years since the first trip, when the Tar Heels came so close to beating Oregon State. Is this the year they get it all done? If so, they'll have to bounce back in the same way they did in the Super Regionals Join Isaac Schade to unpack it all LIVE postgame!   PHOTO CREDIT...

UNC Tar Heels basketball faces a pivotal summer as Coach Bill Robinson prepares for Carolina Basketball School, offering fans a rare first look at Michael Malone’s new-look squad. With massive roster turnover and a brand-new coaching staff, all eyes are on Jarin Stevenson, Matt Able, and exciting backcourt additions like Terrence Brown and Neo Avdalas. Who will emerge as team leaders, and how will...

North Carolina has advanced to the College World Series Final for the 3rd time in program history. They came so close to winning it all the first time around...is this FINALLY the year that they win it all? To do so, they'll have to knock off a RED-HOT Oklahoma Sooners team that is torching everyone in their path. Is Jason DeCaro up to the task in Game 1 on Saturday? Isaac Schade gets you ready fo...

The North Carolina Tar Heels are back in action against West Virginia. A win send the Heels to the College World Series Championship Series, starting Saturday. A loss sets up a rematch between the teams on Thursday in a  winner-take-all environment. Folger Boaz will get the ball. Can he hold things down? If not, can freshman Jackson Rose come in and do a job? Will the offense FINALLY get going ear...

The North Carolina Tar Heels have announced their first exhibition game of the 2026-27 season: They will travel to Indianapolis to play the Hoosiers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, the home of the Pacers. It's an interesting trend where the Heels have played all of their major exhibition games away from the Smith Center - an encouraging trend. The Diamond Heels are set for a Wednesday afternoon re-match...