North Carolina defeats Ole Miss 6-2 in College World Series opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 12:06 AM
Last updated Jun 14, 2026
North Carolina started the College World Series with a 6-2 victory over Ole Miss on June 14. Pitcher Jason DeCaro dominated with 6 2/3 innings, striking out nine while allowing two earned runs. Colin Hynek's three-run homer in the eighth inning provided crucial insurance runs for the Tar Heels. This performance followed a troubling offensive display in their previous super regional series. North Carolina will aim to build on this momentum in their next game.
- •Jason DeCaro pitched 6 2/3 innings with nine strikeouts.
- •Colin Hynek hit a three-run home run in the eighth inning.
- •North Carolina went 2-for-5 with runners in scoring position.
- •The victory follows a difficult offensive series against USC.
- •Next game details for North Carolina are pending.
- 12:06 AMYahoo Sports — The biggest takeaways from UNC's CWS opening win over Ole Miss
"Jason DeCaro pitched 6 2/3 innings and Colin Hynek hit a three-run homer to lead North Carolina past Ole Miss 6-2. Here are three takeaways.
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