Her Take: UNC Sports and More

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Your go-to podcast for all things Tar Heel sports and today’s biggest stories. Each episode dives into UNC athletics, from game highlights to athlete insights, while also connecting to the larger news shaping our campus, community, and world. Blending sports analysis, cultural talk, and current events, Her Take offers fresh perspectives that keep you informed, inspired, and part of the conversation.

  1. 1d ago

    Omaha and Onward

    In Episode 35, “Omaha and Onward,” I break down another busy week across Carolina Athletics as the Tar Heels kept moving through the summer. On the football side, I talk about UNC’s big recruiting week, with several new 2027 commitments across the offense and defense, along with national and conference recognition for multiple Tar Heels. I also touch on Carolina’s docuseries The Process gaining attention and giving fans a closer look at the energy around the program. For men’s basketball, I talk about summer practices, continued recruiting, and the announcement of one of UNC’s preseason games. On the women’s basketball side, I highlight summer workouts and the youth camps they have been hosting. In the recap, I dive into baseball’s run in Omaha, Caden Glauber’s national freshman pitcher of the year honor, the Tar Heels’ College World Series wins, and what comes next. I also highlight track and field’s All-American performances and volleyball’s European tour to Istanbul through PlaySports Abroad. So from recruiting and summer practices to Omaha wins, national honors, and overseas experiences, the Heels were moving all week.

    11 min

  2. Jun 9

    Tar Heels Summer Surge

    In Episode 34, “Tar Heels Summer Surge,” I break down another busy week across Carolina Athletics as offseason updates and postseason success continue to overlap. On the football side, I talk about a big QB loss and the Tar Heels adding two 2027 offensive line commitments. For men’s basketball, I dive into the newly released ACC schedule, including UNC not playing Clemson and not traveling to Raleigh to face NC State this year. I also talk about Alexandros Samodurov committing to Carolina, UNC reportedly contacting yet another guard, and the Tar Heels’ SEC/ACC Challenge matchup this coming winter. On the women’s basketball side, the Lady Heels also announced its SEC/ACC Challenge game. In the recap, I highlight track and field’s strong showing at the NCAA First Round in Lexington, with Kosi Umerah, Makayla Paige, Brynn Brown, and Vera Sjoberg punching their tickets to nationals in Oregon. I also talk about softball’s major All-American honors for Sanaa Thompson and Emily LeGette, and UNC baseball battling through regionals and super regionals to officially punch its ticket back to Omaha. From recruiting and schedule shakeups to national qualifiers, All-Americans, and Omaha, Carolina Athletics is carrying plenty of momentum into the summer.

    10 min

  3. May 28

    Carolina Keeps Competing

    In Episode 33, “Carolina Keeps Competing,” I break down another busy week across Carolina Athletics as postseason play continues and offseason storylines keep building. On the football side, I talk about North Carolina landing a 2027 commitment, along with the cancellation of UNC’s future home-and-home series against South Carolina. For men’s basketball, I dive into Brandon Robinson joining the coaching staff, the latest recruiting updates, NBA Draft projections for Tar Heel names like Caleb Wilson, Henri Veesaar, and Seth Trimble, and UNC’s reported contact with transfer big man Josh Hill. Women’s basketball is in a quieter offseason window, but the work behind the scenes continues as the program prepares for the year ahead. In the recap, I highlight a strong showing from track and field at ACCs, women’s lacrosse making a run all the way to the national championship game, baseball’s ACC Tournament push and hopes of making it to Omaha, men’s lacrosse and women’s tennis wrapping up their seasons, rowing finishing at ACCs, volleyball announcing an exciting September matchup, and Emily LeGette earning All-America Most Improved Player of the Year honors in softball. As summer continues on, Carolina Athletics is still full of competition, momentum, and hope for what comes next.

    16 min

  4. May 14

    Postseason Pushes & Offseason Moves

    In Episode 32, “Postseason Pushes & Offseason Moves,” I break down another busy week across Carolina Athletics as spring sports continue their postseason runs while other programs shift into offseason mode. Football is in a quieter window before summer ball, but excitement is already building for the season opener in Ireland, along with pro-level news as defensive lineman Smith Vilbert signs with the Minnesota Vikings. On the men’s basketball side, I dive into the latest roster and recruiting updates, including UNC’s reported interest in Alexandros Samodurov, Kevin Thomas’ upcoming visit, Matt Able officially signing, and Deon Thompson joining the coaching staff. I also look at NBA Draft buzz surrounding Caleb Wilson, Henri, and Seth Trimble’s standout athletic testing at the G League Combine. For women’s basketball, I highlight Indya Nivar officially making the Atlanta Dream roster and continuing her journey at the professional level. In the recap, softball’s season comes to an end, women’s and men’s lacrosse continue their NCAA Tournament runs, baseball sweeps Pitt and secures a double bye in the ACC Tournament, and women’s tennis advances to the Elite Eight. As summer begins, Carolina Athletics is still full of momentum, with postseason pushes, offseason moves, and plenty of storylines still unfolding.

    15 min

  5. May 7

    From Finals to Postseason

    In Episode 31, “From Finals to Postseason,” I break down a transitional week across Carolina Athletics as the semester comes to a close and postseason competition begins to take center stage. Football wraps up spring ball and shifts its focus toward summer training, with key position battles, especially at quarterback, continuing to develop. On the men’s side, I dive into the latest updates surrounding combine invites, international recruiting targets, and how the roster is continuing to take shape heading into next season. For women’s basketball, I highlight a full-circle moment as former Tar Heels Indya Nivar and Nyla Harris go head-to-head at the professional level, representing Carolina on the WNBA stage. In the recap, women’s lacrosse earns a No. 2 overall seed behind another dominant performance from Chloe Humphrey, tennis continues its NCAA run, baseball stays hot, and multiple programs prepare for championship competition. As finals wrap up and campus begins to slow down, the intensity across Carolina Athletics is only picking up, with postseason opportunities and defining moments just getting started.

    12 min

  6. May 1

    Crunch Time in Chapel Hill

    In Episode 30, “Crunch Time in Chapel Hill,” I break down one of the busiest and most defining weeks across Carolina Athletics as finals week meets postseason play. Football continues to build momentum through the spring with new leadership and players taking the next step to the league, while on the men’s basketball side, roster construction is in full swing. I dive into key additions, major departures, and the clear focus on rebuilding the frontcourt with size, athleticism, and international talent. Women’s basketball remains in the offseason grind, continuing to build through the portal and reshape the roster heading into next year. In the recap, we’ve got a lot to talk about; women’s lacrosse dominates the ACC Tournament and brings home another championship, baseball wins a huge rivalry series, and track makes history with a record-breaking performance at Penn Relays. Plus updates across softball, tennis, men’s lacrosse, and more as teams head into postseason competition. With finals week here and championships on the line, everything is happening at once, and Carolina is right in the middle of it.

    12 min

  7. Apr 22

    The Final Stretch

    On Episode 29, “The Final Stretch,” I break down a week across Carolina Athletics as teams head into the final stretch of the semester and the start of postseason play. Football continues to build through spring practice, focusing on consistency and development as the program looks ahead to the fall. On the men’s basketball side, I dive into the latest roster moves, key return decisions, and what recent additions and portal targets mean for the team as it continues to take shape under new Head Coach Michael Malone. For women’s basketball, I highlight a big week at the next level, with Indya Nivar selected in the WNBA Draft and Nyla Harris earning a training camp opportunity, marking an exciting step forward for the program. I also recap a packed week across Olympic sports, from a top-ranked baseball team continuing its strong run, to lacrosse teams closing out the regular season and preparing for ACC play, along with updates from tennis, softball, track and field, and more. With classes wrapping up and the postseason a week out or already here for some, everything is coming together, and Carolina is right in the middle of it.

    15 min

  8. Apr 14

    The Push Is On

    In Episode 28, “The Push Is On,” I break down a week where momentum is starting to build across Carolina Athletics, especially on the basketball side, as the program begins to take shape under new leadership. Football continues through spring practice, and I dive into what we’re hearing from players and coaches as they focus on consistency, toughness, and building the right foundation heading into the fall. On the men’s basketball side, the Malone era is officially underway, and we’re starting to see real movement. I break down roster changes, key players entering and staying, and what the first transfer additions could look like. With major targets like Terrence Brown visiting Chapel Hill and Carolina emerging as a strong contender for one of the top players in the portal, the recruiting push is fully on. From potential backcourt fits to how these pieces could come together, this is where things start to get interesting. For women’s basketball, the offseason is bringing significant changes, from WNBA Draft declarations to key transfer departures and new additions. I break down what these moves mean for the roster and how the team is being reshaped heading into next season. I also recap a busy week across Olympic sports, including conference titles in lacrosse, strong performances in baseball and track, and updates from softball, tennis, gymnastics, and more. With postseason play approaching and basketball rosters beginning to form, there’s a clear sense of direction starting to emerge in Chapel Hill, and the push to build something new is officially underway.

    18 min
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Your go-to podcast for all things Tar Heel sports and today’s biggest stories. Each episode dives into UNC athletics, from game highlights to athlete insights, while also connecting to the larger news shaping our campus, community, and world. Blending sports analysis, cultural talk, and current events, Her Take offers fresh perspectives that keep you informed, inspired, and part of the conversation.

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