The University of North Carolina (UNC) Tar Heels baseball team, representing the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, competes in NCAA Division I as a member of the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC). They play their home games at Boshamer Stadium under the guidance of head coach Scott Forbes.
2024 Season Highlights:
- Record: The Tar Heels finished the 2024 season with a 48–16 overall record and a 22–8 mark in ACC play.
- Accolades: They clinched the ACC Coastal Division title and secured the ACC regular-season championship. Their postseason run included victories in the Chapel Hill Regional and Super Regional, propelling them to the College World Series, where they posted a 1–2 record.
- Player Achievements: Center fielder Vance Honeycutt delivered an exceptional performance, hitting .318 with 28 home runs and 70 RBIs. He earned his second consecutive ACC Defensive Player of the Year award and was selected by the Baltimore Orioles in the first round of the 2024 MLB Draft.
Recent Player Development:
Vance Honeycutt, a standout player for the Tar Heels, was drafted by the Baltimore Orioles in the first round of the 2024 MLB Draft. He signed with the team on August 1, 2024, marking a significant milestone in his professional career.
Upcoming Season:
As of March 12, 2025, the Tar Heels are preparing for the 2025 baseball season. The team has welcomed several new players, including transfers like pitcher Tom Chmielewski from Princeton and outfielder Tyson Bass from North Carolina Wesleyan. Additionally, incoming recruits such as infielder Lee Sowers and outfielder Sawyer Black are expected to contribute to the team’s success.
For the latest updates on schedules, player rosters, and game results, visit the official UNC Tar Heels baseball website: