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Jun 22, 2026; Omaha, NE, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels left fielder Tyler Howe (12) sits in the dugout before the game against the Oklahoma Sooners at Charles Schwab Field. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images

Here are the factors that led to the Tar Heels losing a pivotal Game 3 in the National Championship against Oklahoma.

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Jun 14, 2026; Omaha, NE, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels pitcher Caden Glauber (27) reacts to the win against the West Virginia Mountaineers at Charles Schwab Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-Imagn Images

Glauber delivered a huge performance in relief in Game 2.

Jun 5, 2026; Chapel Hill, NC, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels outfielder Owen Hull (8) hits the ball in the seventh inning agains the USC Trojans at Boshamer Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Zachary Taft-Imagn Images

UNC is one win away from a national title.

Jun 21, 2026; Omaha, NE, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels pitcher Caden Glauber (27) celebrates after a double play to defeat the Oklahoma Sooners at Charles Schwab Field. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images

The Tar Heels forced a decisive Game 3. Now, these three factors could determine whether a National Championship returns to Chapel Hill.

Jun 21, 2026; Omaha, NE, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels shortstop Jake Schaffner (2) celebrates after scoring on a wild pitch against the Oklahoma Sooners during the third inning at Charles Schwab Field. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images

Here are the factors that led the Tar Heels to extend the College World Series championship to Game 3.

Jun 17, 2026; Omaha, NE, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels head coach Scott Forbes talks on the mound against the West Virginia Mountaineers during the seventh inning at Charles Schwab Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-Imagn Images

Here is a preview of how the Tar Heels could lineup against the Sooners in Game 1 on Saturday night.

Jun 12, 2026; Omaha, NE, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels center fielder Owen Hull (8) runs the bases after hitting a home run against the Mississippi Rebels during the sixth inning at Charles Schwab Field. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images

The Tar Heels blew past West Virginia on Wednesday, cementing a spot in the National Championship.

The Tar Heels are looking to secure their first national title this weekend.

Jun 17, 2026; Omaha, NE, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels second baseman Gavin Gallaher (5) runs to first as designated hitter Macon Winslow (6) scores against the West Virginia Mountaineers during the sixth inning at Charles Schwab Field. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images

The veteran second baseman is one step closer to leading the Tar Heels to a National Championship.

June 7, 2026; Chapel Hill, NC, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels head coach Scott Forbes coaches outfielder Carter French (18) during the ninth inning against the USC Trojans at Boshamer Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Zachary Taft-Imagn Images

The Tar Heels are back in the College World Series Finals for the first time in nearly two decades.

Here is what the Tar Heels' head coach had to say after the team's win against West Virginia.

Jun 17, 2026; Omaha, NE, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels center fielder Owen Hull (8) celebrates after driving in a run on a double against the West Virginia Mountaineers during the fourth inning at Charles Schwab Field. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images

After a dramatic Super Regional comeback and a dominant run through Omaha, North Carolina is now just two wins away from a National Championship.

Jun 5, 2026; Chapel Hill, NC, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels head coach Scott Forbes makes a visit to the mound in the seventh inning against the USC Trojans at Boshamer Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Zachary Taft-Imagn Images

The Tar Heels have advanced to the College World Series Finals for the first time since 2007.

Jun 17, 2026; Omaha, NE, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels center fielder Owen Hull (8) scores on an overthrow as West Virginia Mountaineers catcher Matthew Graveline (0) looks on during the first inning at Charles Schwab Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-Imagn Images

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May 30, 2026; Chapel Hill, NC, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels infielder Gavin Gallaher (5) throws to first for a double play during game 4 of the Chapel Hill Regional at Boshamer Stadium. Mandatory Credit: William Howard-Imagn Images

The Tar Heels' second baseman delivered with another game-changing hit, propelling the team over the finish line on Sunday night.

June 7, 2026; Chapel Hill, NC, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels head coach Scott Forbes during the ninth inning against the USC Trojans at Boshamer Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Zachary Taft-Imagn Images

Here is what the Tar Heels' head coach had to say following their win on Sunday night.

Jun 14, 2026; Omaha, NE, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels pitcher Caden Glauber (27) and North Carolina Tar Heels catcher Colin Hynek (23) embrace after defeating the West Virginia Mountaineers at Charles Schwab Field. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images

Here is a deeper look at what awaits the Tar Heels in a crucial College World Series matchup on Wednesday afternoon.

Jun 14, 2026; Omaha, NE, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels shortstop Jake Schaffner (2) and center fielder Owen Hull (8) celebrate scoring against the West Virginia Mountaineers during the seventh inning at Charles Schwab Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-Imagn Images

The Tar Heels are 2-0 so far in the College World Series.

Jun 14, 2026; Omaha, NE, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels pitcher Caden Glauber (27) throws against the West Virginia Mountaineers during the ninth inning at Charles Schwab Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-Imagn Images

The Tar Heels have been able to win games on the backs of their pitching.

Jun 12, 2026; Omaha, NE, USA; Teammates celebrates as North Carolina Tar Heels center fielder Owen Hull (8) returns to the dugout after hitting a home run against the Mississippi Rebels during the sixth inning at Charles Schwab Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-Imagn Images

Here is a preview of the Tar Heels' College World Series matchup against the Mountaineers.

June 7, 2026; Chapel Hill, NC, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels outfielder Owen Hull (8) celebrates with head coach Scott Forbes after his game winning hit against the USC Trojans at Boshamer Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Zachary Taft-Imagn Images

Here is what the Tar Heels' head coach had to say about his offense ahead of their game against Ole Miss.

May 31, 2024; Chapel Hill, NC, USA; North Carolina pitcher Jason DeCaro (29) pitches against the LIU Sharks during the NCAA regional in Chapel Hill, NC. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

Here is what the Tar Heels' star pitcher said about the team's mindset heading into this weekend.

The Tar Heels' second baseman is entering this year's tournament with a shifted mental approach.

Here is what to watch for in the Tar Heels' opening game against the Rebels.

The future is bright in Chapel Hill, with the Tar Heels challenging in the College World Series this weekend.

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