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UNC baseball advances to super regional after defeating East Carolina

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 3:31 AM

Last updated Jun 1, 2026

UNC baseball advances to super regional after defeating East Carolina
Summary

North Carolina baseball secured a 9-3 victory over East Carolina on June 1, 2026, to advance to the super regional. This marks the Tar Heels’ third consecutive appearance in the super regional round. Players Erik Paulsen and Jackson Rose discussed their experiences and emotions following the win, emphasizing the competitiveness of their regional. UNC will face the winner of the matchup between Texas A&M and USC in the upcoming super regional.

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  • •UNC defeats East Carolina 9-3 to move to super regional.
  • •Erik Paulsen named Chapel Hill Regional Most Outstanding Player.
  • •Players reflect on the high-pressure environment of the tournament.
  • •UNC to face winner of Texas A&M vs. USC in the super regional.
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  • 3:31 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Region of death’: UNC’s Paulsen, Rose reflect on super regional run
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UNC baseball beat East Carolina 9-3 to reach the super regional. Erik Paulsen and Jackson Rose share their thoughts.

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