North Carolina advanced past challenging regional to face USC in super regional
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 2:33 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
North Carolina has advanced to the super regional round of the NCAA Tournament after a strong performance in a tough regional. The Diamond Heels secured three straight victories, including a decisive win over East Carolina, showcasing powerful batting and effective pitching. First baseman Erik Paulsen earned Most Outstanding Player honors, contributing to the team's strong playoff push. The matchup against USC will take place in Chapel Hill this weekend, continuing UNC's journey in the tournament.
- •North Carolina advanced out of the NCAA Tournament regional unscathed.
- •The Diamond Heels won all three regional games, including two against East Carolina.
- •Erik Paulsen was named Most Outstanding Player of the regional.
- •North Carolina will host USC in the super regional round this weekend.
- 2:33 PMYahoo Sports — North Carolina advanced out of tough regional to meet USC in supers
"North Carolina faced what experts called a very difficult regional. UNC played some of its best baseball of the season. The Diamond Heels are rolling
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