Carter French cites magic dirt as UNC shines in College World Series
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 12:03 PM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
North Carolina has won its first three games in the College World Series, with standout performances from starting outfielder Carter French. He contributed significantly in the most recent game, achieving two hits, scoring two runs, and driving in another. French has credited a unique piece of the Boshamer Stadium with their success, having brought dirt from the field to Omaha. The Tar Heels will now advance to play for the championship this weekend.
- •UNC reached the finals after impressive comebacks in Omaha.
- •Carter French has reached base safely in all three CWS games.
- •French has used dirt from Boshamer Stadium as a good luck charm.
- •The Tar Heels will play for a title this weekend.
- 12:03 PMYahoo Sports — UNC starting outfielder brings Bosh Magic to the College World Series
"North Carolina won each of its first three College World Series games. Starting outfielder Carter French has an idea behind UNC's hot start.
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