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

The North Carolina Tar Heels opened the 2025-26 season hosting (& dominating) Central Arkansas. But the bigger news of the night is that Luka Bogavac is now available to play for UNC. It's a long time coming and the great news is that everyone can now relax and just play basketball. It's also time for the 4 Corners Recap and the Schadey Stat of the Game   Locked On Tar Heels Insider Program: https...

The North Carolina Tar Heels tip off the 2025-26 regular season hosting Central Arkansas. It's year five for Hubert Davis and the Tar Heels take to the court for the first time without RJ Davis since March 11, 2020. The new-look Tar Heels have added SO MUCH size and length. Will they put that to use? How does uber-freshman Caleb Wilson perform in his official debut? How will Seth Trimble slide int...

NORTH CAROLINA TAR HEELS basketball opens the 2025 season against Central Arkansas, and year five of the Hubert Davis era begins with everything to prove. Can this roster silence the doubters and establish the consistency that's eluded Chapel Hill? Isaac Schade breaks down why the TAR HEELS must dominate their season opener by 30-plus points, examining how Seth Trimble's senior leadership and fres...

North Carolina is back in action on Halloween in Syracuse, New York looking for their first ACC win in the Bill Belichick era. After 2 near-misses against Cal and Virginia, it's time for the Heels to put it all together. With Syracuse playing a walk-on QB, the defense should be able to pin their ears and attack. Can the offense make any noise against the ACC's WORST defense? Will the defense build...

NORTH CAROLINA TAR HEELS defense could be the secret weapon for a championship run. Can Jarin Stevenson's elite versatility transform this team's ceiling? Isaac Schade breaks down how the TAR HEELS basketball defense, anchored by Stevenson's ability to guard positions 2-4, creates a higher floor than last season's struggles. The discussion covers Stevenson's lockdown performances against RJ Davis...

Are we on the path to an unexpected meeting between the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets and Virginia Cavaliers in the ACC Championship? Only five one-loss teams remain in the ACC and four of them are on the road this week. How many will survive? Peeking ahead to basketball with preseason predictions.   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOACC?sid=YouTube   Locked On...

NORTH CAROLINA TAR HEELS basketball showcases championship potential as freshman CALEB WILSON dominates both exhibition games with back-to-back double-doubles. Can this roster depth and defensive intensity carry UNC to a Final Four run? ISAAC SCHADE and head coach BILL ROBINSON break down the TAR HEELS' exhibition games against BYU and WINSTON-SALEM STATE, analyzing WILSON's consistency, post dept...

The North Carolina Tar Heels take the floor for the final team in the preseason before the regular season starts next week. Carolina hosts Winston-Salem State. It should be an opportunity for Carolina to both play against another team and work on lots of things. Will Jarin Stevenson start for Luka Bogavac again? Can Carolina clean up their turnovers and shoot better from beyond the arc? Join host...

NORTH CAROLINA TAR HEELS & SYRACUSE ORANGE collide on Halloween night in a desperate battle for getting an ACC win. Can either struggling ACC program find offensive life? Isaac Schade and Jackson Holzer break down the quarterback crisis facing SYRACUSE after STEVE ANGELI's season-ending injury, with backup RICKY COLLINS failing to win a single game in four starts. The discussion covers BILL BELICH...

CALEB WILSON wins ACC Player of the Year, NORTH CAROLINA TAR HEELS crack the top 10 defensively, and LUKA BOGAVAC leads the conference in three-point shooting. Bold predictions or inevitable reality? Isaac Schade delivers four fearless forecasts for the 2025-26 NORTH CAROLINA TAR HEELS basketball season, backed by film analysis and insider perspectives. The breakdown covers WILSON's two-way domina...

UNC Tar Heels basketball takes center stage as former player Tyler Zeller breaks down the team's recent exhibition showdown against BYU. Is this North Carolina squad living up to the preseason hype? Zeller and host Isaac Schade dissect the Tar Heels' performance, highlighting standout players like Caleb Wilson and Henry Veesaar. The duo analyzes UNC's offensive strategies, defensive adjustments, a...

North Carolina Tar Heels basketball fans, brace yourselves for a freshman sensation! Is Caleb Wilson the next big star in Chapel Hill? Host Isaac Schade breaks down UNC's exhibition game against BYU, spotlighting Wilson's impressive 22-point, 10-rebound debut. The discussion covers defensive concerns, shooting woes, and potential lineup adjustments for the Tar Heels. Schade also analyzes North Car...

The North Carolina Tar Heels are back in Kenan Stadium looking for their first ACC win of the season and Belichick Era. Can they get it? Virginia is undefeated in ACC play and have their sights set on an ACC Championship. Can Gio Lopez build on his better performance from the Cal game? Can the Heels hold UVA's vaunted ground game in check? Join Isaac Schade LIVE postgame to unpack it all!   Locked...

The North Carolina Tar Heels head up to Salt Lake City, Utah for their first 2025-26 exhibition against a different school. UNC will face BYU and dynamic freshman AJ Dybantsa inside the Delta Center (home of the Utah Jazz). How will uber-freshmen Dybantsa and Caleb Wilson perform? Will Luka Bogavac play for Carolina? How will the new length and size for the Heels come together? Tune in LIVE postga...

NORTH CAROLINA TAR HEELS BASKETBALL FACES ELIGIBILITY DRAMA. Will Luka Bogavac suit up for the exhibition against BYU? Host Isaac Schade breaks down the ongoing saga of Bogavac's eligibility status, highlighting the unexpected hurdles on UNC's side despite NCAA clearance. The discussion shifts to a detailed preview of the UNC-BYU exhibition, analyzing key matchups and potential lineups. Schade the...

North Carolina Tar Heels basketball faces BYU Cougars in a high-stakes exhibition showdown. Can the Tar Heels' outshine BYU's unprecedented #8 preseason ranking?   Hosts Jake Hatch and Isaac Schade break down the rosters, highlighting key matchups like Caleb Wilson vs. AJ Dybantsa. North Carolina's Seth Trimble leads a talented squad against BYU's athletic lineup featuring Keba Keita and Richie Sa...

The ACC is shaping up to be wild in 2025 after an important week eight slate. The Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets are atop the conference, the Louisville Cardinals upset the Miami Hurricanes, the Florida State Seminoles are spiraling out of control. Plus, previewing the Week 9 slate.   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOACC?sid=YouTube   Locked On College Conferen...

NORTH CAROLINA TAR HEELS basketball gears up for BYU exhibition showdown. Friday night will feature two of the most anticipated freshmen in the nation in UNC's Caleb Wilson & BYU's AJ Dybantsa. Will Wilson be able to settle into playing without worrying about the individual matchup? Will altitude be the X-factor in Salt Lake City? Host Isaac Schade and guest Coach Bill Robinson break down UNC's ex...

UNC Tar Heels basketball fans, brace yourselves for a thrilling "What If" Wednesday journey through the upcoming season. Will Kyan Evans emerge as the assist machine to propel North Carolina's offense to new heights? Host Isaac Shade and guest Josh Marlow from Four Corners podcast dissect the Tar Heels' potential, from Evans' impact at point guard to Caleb Wilson's shooting prowess. They explore U...

Can the North Carolina Tar Heels basketball team exceed expectations this season? Former UNC star Tyler Hansbrough and analyst Brandon Staton weigh in on the team's #25 AP ranking and potential for success. The discussion covers the impact of 10 new players on team chemistry, the promising frontcourt featuring Henri Veesaar, Caleb Wilson, and Jarin Stevenson, and the evolving backcourt led by Kyan...

NORTH CAROLINA TAR HEELS basketball is heating up! Is Hubert Davis' squad ready to dominate the ACC? Isaac Schade breaks down UNC's recent scrimmage, highlighting Zayden High's game-changing performance at backup center and Kyan Evans' impressive point guard play. The discussion covers the Tar Heels' improved three-point shooting, with nine different players hitting from beyond the arc. Schade als...

NORTH CAROLINA TAR HEELS basketball returns with a crucial scrimmage. Will this pre-season clash in Cherokee reveal the team's true potential? Host Isaac Schade breaks down the upcoming UNC basketball scrimmage, highlighting key players like Derek Dixon and discussing strategies to improve team communication. The episode covers UNC football's challenging matchup against Cal, with Bill Belichick at...

UNC Tar Heels basketball practice footage reveals key insights. Are the preseason rankings spot-on or off the mark? Breaking down the latest North Carolina Tar Heels practice session, this episode analyzes player dynamics and coaching strategies. From Seth Trimble's leadership to Jonathan Powell's integration with starters, get an insider's perspective on UNC's preparations. Bill Robinson, head co...

"What If... Wednesday" is HERE! NORTH CAROLINA TAR HEELS basketball faces a season of "what ifs." Can Seth Trimble's explosive potential reshape UNC's championship aspirations? Host Isaac Schade explores game-changing scenarios for the Tar Heels, including Trimble's breakout performance and the team's quest for top-10 offensive and defensive efficiency. The analysis covers rebounding concerns that...

UNC Tar Heels basketball faces a surprising preseason ranking. This is the lowest they've been in two decades. Host Isaac Schade breaks down North Carolina's 25th place in the AP poll, analyzing their schedule and potential. He compares the official rankings to his own, highlighting key differences and similarities. The episode also covers Bill Belichick's recent press conference, addressing rumor...