http://www.tarheeltimes.com/Your comprehensive source for Tar Heel sports newsen-US9/24/2009 1:55:16 AMhttp://www.tarheeltimes.com/http://www.tarheeltimes.com/article20471.aspxhttp://www.tarheeltimes.com/article20471.aspxCarolina Athletics is excited to offer a new avenue to provide its fans with the most up-to-date information possible: official Twitter feeds to keep fans informed about Carolina sports, teams and student-athletes. A list of UNC Athletics Twitter feeds is below, and more sports will be added in the future.Carolina Athletics is excited to offer a new avenue to provide its fans with the most up-to-date information possible: official Twitter feeds to keep fans informed about Carolina sports, teams and student-athletes. A list of UNC Athletics Twitter feeds is below, and more sports will be added in the future.Thu, 24 Sep 2009 00:54:00 -0400http://www.tarheeltimes.com/article19883.aspxhttp://www.tarheeltimes.com/article19883.aspxEighteen home contests and a visit to defending NCAA champion Connecticut highlight the 2009-10 North Carolina women's basketball schedule as announced Friday by the ACC. The Tar Heels open the campaign at home against the College of Charleston on Nov. 13 at 7 p.m. Carolina will play on television 10 times during the upcoming season, including a nationally-televised contest at Connecticut on Jan. 9 (CBS).Eighteen home contests and a visit to defending NCAA champion Connecticut highlight the 2009-10 North Carolina women's basketball schedule as announced Friday by the ACC. The Tar Heels open the campaign at home against the College of Charleston on Nov. 13 at 7 p.m. Carolina will play on television 10 times during the upcoming season, including a nationally-televised contest at Connecticut on Jan. 9 (CBS).Fri, 28 Aug 2009 23:31:00 -0400http://www.tarheeltimes.com/article19750.aspxhttp://www.tarheeltimes.com/article19750.aspxRichard "Duke" Llewellyn, John R. Wooden Award Chairman and founder, announced the 2009-10 preseason candidates for the Women's Wooden Award today. The list is comprised of 31 student athletes who, based on last year's individual performance and team records, are the front runners for college basketball's most prestigious honor, and North Carolina senior forward Jessica Breland is among the candidates.Richard "Duke" Llewellyn, John R. Wooden Award Chairman and founder, announced the 2009-10 preseason candidates for the Women's Wooden Award today. The list is comprised of 31 student athletes who, based on last year's individual performance and team records, are the front runners for college basketball's most prestigious honor, and North Carolina senior forward Jessica Breland is among the candidates.Fri, 21 Aug 2009 01:01:00 -0400http://www.tarheeltimes.com/article19582.aspxhttp://www.tarheeltimes.com/article19582.aspxA total of 274 UNC student-athletes have been named to the 2008-09 ACC Academic Honor Roll, announced recently. The 53rd-annual edition of the list includes a record 2,772 student-athletes from the 12 conference schools. The ACC Academic Honor Roll is comprised of student-athletes that participated in a varsity-level sport and registered a grade point average of 3.00 or better for the full academic year.A total of 274 UNC student-athletes have been named to the 2008-09 ACC Academic Honor Roll, announced recently. The 53rd-annual edition of the list includes a record 2,772 student-athletes from the 12 conference schools. The ACC Academic Honor Roll is comprised of student-athletes that participated in a varsity-level sport and registered a grade point average of 3.00 or better for the full academic year.Wed, 12 Aug 2009 00:22:00 -0400http://www.tarheeltimes.com/article19448.aspxhttp://www.tarheeltimes.com/article19448.aspxSylvia Hatchell is at her cabin deep in the woods halfway between Black Mountain and Lake Lure on a rainy morning, sitting on her deck that overlooks about 200 blueberry bushes. As a way of giving back to her communities in western NC and in Chapel Hill after a cancer scare nine years ago, the head coach of the North Carolina women's basketball team allows anyone to come out and pick her blueberries.Sylvia Hatchell is at her cabin deep in the woods halfway between Black Mountain and Lake Lure on a rainy morning, sitting on her deck that overlooks about 200 blueberry bushes. As a way of giving back to her communities in western NC and in Chapel Hill after a cancer scare nine years ago, the head coach of the North Carolina women's basketball team allows anyone to come out and pick her blueberries.Sun, 02 Aug 2009 18:32:00 -0400http://www.tarheeltimes.com/article19438.aspxhttp://www.tarheeltimes.com/article19438.aspxAfter trailing by eight points late in the first half, the 2009 USA U19 World Championship Team came back to earn an 88-75 victory over France on Friday afternoon in Bangkok, Thailand. Four of the USA's starters scored in double digits, led by USA team co-captains Skylar Diggins (Washington H.S. / South Bend, Ind.) and Nnemkadi Ogwumike (Stanford / Cypress, Texas). UNC sophomore Chay Shegog and six points and four rebounds.After trailing by eight points late in the first half, the 2009 USA U19 World Championship Team came back to earn an 88-75 victory over France on Friday afternoon in Bangkok, Thailand. Four of the USA's starters scored in double digits, led by USA team co-captains Skylar Diggins (Washington H.S. / South Bend, Ind.) and Nnemkadi Ogwumike (Stanford / Cypress, Texas). UNC sophomore Chay Shegog and six points and four rebounds.Fri, 31 Jul 2009 14:41:00 -0400http://www.tarheeltimes.com/article19420.aspxhttp://www.tarheeltimes.com/article19420.aspxThe Women's Basketball Coaches Association (WBCA), on behalf of the Wade Coalition, announced the 2009-2010 preseason "Wade Watch" list for The State Farm Wade Trophy Division I Player of the Year, and North Carolina senior forward Jessica Breland is among the selections.The Women's Basketball Coaches Association (WBCA), on behalf of the Wade Coalition, announced the 2009-2010 preseason "Wade Watch" list for The State Farm Wade Trophy Division I Player of the Year, and North Carolina senior forward Jessica Breland is among the selections.Thu, 30 Jul 2009 12:42:00 -0400http://www.tarheeltimes.com/article19409.aspxhttp://www.tarheeltimes.com/article19409.aspxBehind a barrage of 3-pointers, the 2009 USA U19 World Championship Team (5-1) eclipsed Japan (2-4) 109-68 in FIBA U19 World Championship second round action on Wednesday afternoon in Bangkok, Thailand. North Carolina sophomore forward/center Chay Shegog had six points and five rebounds in the victory, as Team USA moved into the medal round quarterfinals.Behind a barrage of 3-pointers, the 2009 USA U19 World Championship Team (5-1) eclipsed Japan (2-4) 109-68 in FIBA U19 World Championship second round action on Wednesday afternoon in Bangkok, Thailand. North Carolina sophomore forward/center Chay Shegog had six points and five rebounds in the victory, as Team USA moved into the medal round quarterfinals.Wed, 29 Jul 2009 12:57:00 -0400http://www.tarheeltimes.com/article19346.aspxhttp://www.tarheeltimes.com/article19346.aspxNnemkadi Ogwumike posted a double-double of 18 points and 14 rebounds as the 2009 USA U19 World Championship Team scored 64 points in the paint en route to an 88-53 victory over China in FIBA U19 World Championship play on Friday night in Bangkok, Thailand. UNC's Chay Shegog posted six points and grabbed eight boards and Destiny Williams scored eight points.Nnemkadi Ogwumike posted a double-double of 18 points and 14 rebounds as the 2009 USA U19 World Championship Team scored 64 points in the paint en route to an 88-53 victory over China in FIBA U19 World Championship play on Friday night in Bangkok, Thailand. UNC's Chay Shegog posted six points and grabbed eight boards and Destiny Williams scored eight points.Sat, 25 Jul 2009 01:01:00 -0400http://www.tarheeltimes.com/article19330.aspxhttp://www.tarheeltimes.com/article19330.aspxDespite coming back from a 17-point first-half deficit and having five players score in double digits, the 2009 USA U19 World Championship Team suffered a narrow 90-86 defeat to Spain to open FIBA U19 World Championship play on Thursday evening in Bangkok, Thailand. Notre Dame freshman-to-be Skylar Diggins and UNC's Chay Shegog scored 13 each.Despite coming back from a 17-point first-half deficit and having five players score in double digits, the 2009 USA U19 World Championship Team suffered a narrow 90-86 defeat to Spain to open FIBA U19 World Championship play on Thursday evening in Bangkok, Thailand. Notre Dame freshman-to-be Skylar Diggins and UNC's Chay Shegog scored 13 each.Thu, 23 Jul 2009 22:42:00 -0400http://www.tarheeltimes.com/article19187.aspxhttp://www.tarheeltimes.com/article19187.aspxOur recent national championships in men's basketball, women's soccer and field hockey; our perennial strength in baseball, women's basketball, and men's and women's tennis; our numerous successful Olympians; and our ongoing reemergence in football, men's lacrosse and men's soccer highlight the overall competitive success of our 28 varsity squads. This success on the field is complemented with comparable success in the classroom.Our recent national championships in men's basketball, women's soccer and field hockey; our perennial strength in baseball, women's basketball, and men's and women's tennis; our numerous successful Olympians; and our ongoing reemergence in football, men's lacrosse and men's soccer highlight the overall competitive success of our 28 varsity squads. This success on the field is complemented with comparable success in the classroom.Tue, 14 Jul 2009 01:30:00 -0400http://www.tarheeltimes.com/article19121.aspxhttp://www.tarheeltimes.com/article19121.aspxThis week’s Great Sports Debates covered the best games ever on Tuesday, but one significant game didn’t make the cut – and drew a quick response for being overlooked. “Don’t forget the women. Don’t forget the Charlotte Smith shot that won the national championship,” UNC women’s coach Sylvia Hatchell said in a phone message to WRAL.This week’s Great Sports Debates covered the best games ever on Tuesday, but one significant game didn’t make the cut – and drew a quick response for being overlooked. “Don’t forget the women. Don’t forget the Charlotte Smith shot that won the national championship,” UNC women’s coach Sylvia Hatchell said in a phone message to WRAL.Thu, 09 Jul 2009 01:30:00 -0400http://www.tarheeltimes.com/article19103.aspxhttp://www.tarheeltimes.com/article19103.aspxFeaturing five athletes who helped the U.S. secure its berth to the 2009 FIBA U19 World Championship as well as UNC sophomore forward Chay Shegog, USA Basketball announced the 12-member 2009 USA U19 World Championship Team. As the two-time defending U19 World Championship gold medalists, the USA will attempt to make it three straight golds at the '09 U19 Worlds, scheduled for July 23-Aug. 2 in Bangkok, Thailand.Featuring five athletes who helped the U.S. secure its berth to the 2009 FIBA U19 World Championship as well as UNC sophomore forward Chay Shegog, USA Basketball announced the 12-member 2009 USA U19 World Championship Team. As the two-time defending U19 World Championship gold medalists, the USA will attempt to make it three straight golds at the '09 U19 Worlds, scheduled for July 23-Aug. 2 in Bangkok, Thailand.Wed, 08 Jul 2009 00:34:00 -0400http://www.tarheeltimes.com/article19082.aspxhttp://www.tarheeltimes.com/article19082.aspxWomen's college basketball programs around the nation are constantly trying to boost attendance. The NCAA is trying to help. With its Division I Women's Basketball Grant Program, the NCAA last month awarded $750,000 in grants to North Carolina and other schools to increase awareness for the sport and build their fan bases.Women's college basketball programs around the nation are constantly trying to boost attendance. The NCAA is trying to help. With its Division I Women's Basketball Grant Program, the NCAA last month awarded $750,000 in grants to North Carolina and other schools to increase awareness for the sport and build their fan bases.Mon, 06 Jul 2009 08:15:00 -0400http://www.tarheeltimes.com/article18987.aspxhttp://www.tarheeltimes.com/article18987.aspxThe Stanford Cardinal took home its 15th straight Learfield Sports Directors’ Cup, tallying 1455.00 points. The Directors’ Cup is presented annually by the National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics, Learfield Sports and USA Today to the best overall collegiate athletics programs in the country. North Carolina finished second overall with 1184.25 points.The Stanford Cardinal took home its 15th straight Learfield Sports Directors’ Cup, tallying 1455.00 points. The Directors’ Cup is presented annually by the National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics, Learfield Sports and USA Today to the best overall collegiate athletics programs in the country. North Carolina finished second overall with 1184.25 points.Mon, 29 Jun 2009 12:45:00 -0400http://www.tarheeltimes.com/article18605.aspxhttp://www.tarheeltimes.com/article18605.aspxNorth Carolina senior forward Jessica Breland has been diagnosed with Hodgkin's Lymphoma and is currently undergoing treatment at UNC Hospitals, the Breland family announced today. The treatment, which is being conducted under the supervision of the UNC Hospitals oncology team, consists of chemotherapy that is expected to continue into the fall.North Carolina senior forward Jessica Breland has been diagnosed with Hodgkin's Lymphoma and is currently undergoing treatment at UNC Hospitals, the Breland family announced today. The treatment, which is being conducted under the supervision of the UNC Hospitals oncology team, consists of chemotherapy that is expected to continue into the fall.Tue, 09 Jun 2009 16:23:00 -0400http://www.tarheeltimes.com/article18278.aspxhttp://www.tarheeltimes.com/article18278.aspxTwo halls of fame and an honorary doctorate. Sounds like the perfect way to cap a stellar career. Only North Carolina's Sylvia Hatchell isn't heading anywhere except back to the bench to continue upgrading the women's game and perhaps adding another title or two. Hatchell was among the newest — and busiest — inductees to the South Carolina Athletic Hall of Fame honored Monday.Two halls of fame and an honorary doctorate. Sounds like the perfect way to cap a stellar career. Only North Carolina's Sylvia Hatchell isn't heading anywhere except back to the bench to continue upgrading the women's game and perhaps adding another title or two. Hatchell was among the newest — and busiest — inductees to the South Carolina Athletic Hall of Fame honored Monday.Tue, 19 May 2009 00:48:00 -0400http://www.tarheeltimes.com/article18256.aspxhttp://www.tarheeltimes.com/article18256.aspxFollowing three days of team trials featuring 27 of the nation's top 19-and-unders competing at the U.S. Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, Colo., USA Basketball today announced the 14 finalists for the 2009 USA Women's U19 World Championship Team, and North Carolina's Chay Shegog is among the finalists. The finalists will return to Colorado Springs on July 9 to begin training for the 2009 FIBA U19 World Championship.Following three days of team trials featuring 27 of the nation's top 19-and-unders competing at the U.S. Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, Colo., USA Basketball today announced the 14 finalists for the 2009 USA Women's U19 World Championship Team, and North Carolina's Chay Shegog is among the finalists. The finalists will return to Colorado Springs on July 9 to begin training for the 2009 FIBA U19 World Championship.Mon, 18 May 2009 01:29:00 -0400http://www.tarheeltimes.com/article18215.aspxhttp://www.tarheeltimes.com/article18215.aspxNorth Carolina women's basketball head coach Sylvia Hatchell and ACC commissioner John Swofford are among six honorees who will be inducted into the 2009 North Carolina Sports Hall of Fame Thursday night at the North Raleigh Hilton. The six new members are Hatchell, Swofford, Willie Burden of Statesboro, Ga., Jerry Moore of Boone, Dave Odom of Columbia, S.C., and Roger Watson of Myrtle Beach, S.C.North Carolina women's basketball head coach Sylvia Hatchell and ACC commissioner John Swofford are among six honorees who will be inducted into the 2009 North Carolina Sports Hall of Fame Thursday night at the North Raleigh Hilton. The six new members are Hatchell, Swofford, Willie Burden of Statesboro, Ga., Jerry Moore of Boone, Dave Odom of Columbia, S.C., and Roger Watson of Myrtle Beach, S.C.Thu, 14 May 2009 12:49:00 -0400http://www.tarheeltimes.com/article18102.aspxhttp://www.tarheeltimes.com/article18102.aspxFeaturing four two-time USA Basketball gold medalists in Jayne Appel, Jantel Lavender, Maya Moore and Kayla Pedersen as well as North Carolina standouts Jessica Breland and Cetera DeGraffenreid, the 2009 USA Women's World University Games Team Trials roster includes 29 of the nation's best college athletes who will contend for one of 12 roster spots on the 2009 USA Basketball Women's World University Games Team.Featuring four two-time USA Basketball gold medalists in Jayne Appel, Jantel Lavender, Maya Moore and Kayla Pedersen as well as North Carolina standouts Jessica Breland and Cetera DeGraffenreid, the 2009 USA Women's World University Games Team Trials roster includes 29 of the nation's best college athletes who will contend for one of 12 roster spots on the 2009 USA Basketball Women's World University Games Team.Thu, 07 May 2009 01:01:00 -0400