North Carolina advances to national championship after defeating West Virginia
Goheels.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 1:54 AM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
The University of North Carolina baseball team secured a spot in the national championship by defeating West Virginia 12-7. The Tar Heels jumped to a 12-1 lead before the Mountaineers mounted a late comeback. This victory marks the first time North Carolina has reached the championship series since 2006-2007, showcasing a strong postseason run led by standout performances from several players.
- •Tar Heels scored 12 runs in a postseason game against West Virginia
- •North Carolina's last championship appearance was in 2006-2007
- •The team will face an opponent in the championship series
- •Key performances included 11 hits from Hull, Gallaher, and Paulsen
- •Freshman Jackson Rose pitched 4.1 shutout innings in relief
- 1:54 AMGoheels.com — Lucas: Take Them Home - University of North Carolina Athletics
"Carolina dispatched West Virginia and will play for the national championship.
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