Inside Carolina: A UNC athletics podcast

With the financial investment into head coaches with professional experience in both football and basketball, Inside Carolina senior reporter Greg Barnes joins Tommy Ashley to discuss the evolving expectations for North Carolina's athletic programs in the new era of college athletics. Barnes notes that while eight wins were once a reasonable expectation for football, those significant financial investments, including the hiring of Bill Belichick, now necessitate higher standards. Similarly, Barnes believes that with Michael Malone's high salary, Carolina Basketball's level should include top ten expectations every year with legitimate chances to win national championships regularly. Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.com Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports. This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Inside Carolina senior reporter Greg Barnes joins Tommy Ashley to discuss the recent news that the NCAA Tournament will likely expand to include 76 teams going forward for what is considered an attempt to provide more access to the crown jewel of the NCAA - March Madness. Barnes and Ashley highlight the money aspect of the move, the dilution of the product and discuss the possible reasoning for this expansion beyond the obvious money grab from the NCAA in an effort to pay off the monies owed under the House Settlement that came down in 2025. Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.com Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports. This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

North Carolina's second spring practice session under Bill Belichick wrapped last week and the Tar Heels appear to be a more cohesive group across the board - from the players to the coaching staff. Bill Belichick's hiring of Bobby Petrino has given life to the potential for improvement in year two even with the much tougher schedule on the horizon in the fall. Inside Carolina's senior reporter Greg Barnes joins Tommy Ashley to compare notes on how spring practice looked in Chapel Hill and how those takes and information may shape the opinions heading into the 2026 season. Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.com Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports. This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

UNC has made a loud salvo in an attempt to fill the void in the post for next season as 7-footer Sayon Keita has pledged to Michael Malone's Tar Heels. Keita is a consensus future NBA player, but is incredibly young. That said, the talent is undeniable and will be available for the UNC staff to maximize next season in Chapel Hill. Sherrell McMillan and Sean Moran join Joey Powell to talk about the latest commitment to Carolina Basketball. Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.com Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports. This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

North Carolina head coach Scott Forbes has his Diamond Heels riding high after a series win at rival Duke, but a tough midweek schedule and the exam 'break' always presents different challenges for Forbes, his coaching staff and his team. On their weekly conversation, Forbes joins Inside Carolina's Tommy Ashley to discuss how his group handles this portion of the season, the tough matchups they see in the midweek and how the one-off Duke game on Sunday in Boshamer helps his team stay sharp through the end of the year exam period. Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.com Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports. This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Inside Carolina senior reporter Greg Barnes joins Tommy Ashley to discuss the pending NCAA rule changing allowing student athletes five years to play five seasons and how that move could be handled by the courts. As Barnes points out, the rule will not be retroactive, thus players like UNC's Seth Trimble have exhausted their eligibility on the college level. How will the courts rule in the event of legal challenges? Why can the professional leagues put forth rules and guidelines that are set in stone while the NCAA's every move is questioned and picked apart in the courts? Barnes and Ashley discuss that aspect and more as the new era of collegiate athletics continues to roll forward. Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.com Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports. This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The North Carolina coaching staff has been at work trying to fill roster needs since Michael Malone became head coach nearly three weeks ago. Henri Veesaar's decision to head to the NBA was not a total surprise and while it's a big blow to potential UNC success next season, the search for a replacement - likely in the aggregate - was well underway before last Friday's announcement. Inside Carolina senior reporter Greg Barnes joins Tommy Ashley to discuss the big priority for Malone and staff and how the Heels could fill out the remaining parts of the 2026-27 roster once the center position is addressed. Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.com Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports. This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

New UNC head coach Michael Malone received a few more additions to his first roster this past week, courtesy of the NCAA Transfer Portal. While there are still holes to fill and players to sign, fans can begin to see some trends in the types of traits Malone wants in his squad, as well as the potential style he may implement next season. Inside Carolina's Sherrell McMillan and Sean Moran join Joey Powell on this week's edition to break it all down and anticipate what's on the immediate horizon for North Carolina Tar Heel hoops. The Coast to Coast is delivered by Salvio's Pizzeria. http://salviospizza.com Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.com Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports. This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

North Carolina center Henri Veesaar announced on Friday that he would forego his senior season in Chapel Hill and declare for the 2026 NBA Draft. Veesaar is projected as a late first to early second round pick and and will stay in the draft thus ending his college career. Inside Carolina's Sherrell McMillan joins Joey Powell to discuss Veesaar's decision and what comes next for new UNC head coach Michael Malone and his coaching staff as they look to fill the glaring hole in the Tar Heel lineup at center. The Coast to Coast is delivered by Salvio's Pizzeria. http://salviospizza.com Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.com Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports. This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tuesday's flurry of commitments for Carolina Basketball eased some of the angst and worry across the fanbase as the Tar Heels filled three important roster roles for the 2026-27 season. Terrance Brown, Jr., Matt Able and Maxim Logue join a solid group for the Tar Heels and provide more talented pieces for Michael Malone and staff to work with. Inside Carolina senior reporter Greg Barnes joins Tommy Ashley to discuss the additions, what's still on the table and what's next for a program seeking to return to elite status in the college basketball landscape. Barnes and Ashley also discuss the proposed Five for Five legislation that could potentially change the game as UNC continues to wait for Henri Veesaar's final decision. Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.com Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports. This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

North Carolina head baseball coach Scott Forbes joins Inside Carolina's Grace Nugent and Tommy Ashley for their weekly conversation about all things Diamond Heel baseball. The trio discusses the Georgia Tech series win and how Forbes presses his team to move forward as the season gets no easier with strong midweek games and rivalry series ahead this week. Forbes discusses his path to Carolina's head position and why he takes the approach he does in his coaching life and how he leans on his coaching staff for new and innovated looks at the line up, the rotations and the game plans each and every week. Forbes also looks back to how the 2006 CWS team shaped his future in the coaching profession and in Chapel Hill. Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.com Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports. This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Maxim Logue, a 6-9 transfer from Florida Atlantic, is joining Michael Malone's rebuild of UNC basketball to provide post depth. Sean Moran joins Joey Powell to break down what the Tar Heels are getting in the French big man. The Coast to Coast is delivered by Salvio's Pizzeria. http://salviospizza.com Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.com Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports. This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

North Carolina continued to fill out the 2026-27 roster on Tuesday with former NC State wing Matt Able joining the Tar Heels. Inside Carolina's Coast to Coast crew of Joey Powell, Sean Moran and Sherrell McMillan break down what Able brings to the table for Michael Malone and how the 6-6 wing fits with what is currently on the roster for next season. Able brings size and versatility to Chapel Hill after a strong season with the Wolfpack and his ability to defend and attack the rim should be highlighted in a Malone style of play. Able joins Neoklis Avdalas, Terrence Brown, Jr, and Maxim Logue from the transfer portal to the Tar Heels. Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.co Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports. This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

North Carolina head coach Michael Malone continues the construction of his 2026-27 roster for the Tar Heels, today adding former Fairleigh Dickinson and Utah guard Terrence Brown. Brown brings an elite athleticism to the Tar Heels after a season with the Utes where he started all 29 games last season, averaging a team-high 19.7 points per game on 44.7% from the field, 32.3% from three and 77% from the line. Inside Carolina analyst Sean Moran joins Tommy Ashley for a look at the commitment, what Brown brings to the table skill wise and how he fits into Malone's plan. Moran also discusses the progression of Carolina's roster to date and what the recent additions mean for UNC's potential style next season. Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.com Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports. This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As North Carolina waits for Henri Veesaar's decision about his future either in the NBA draft or in Chapel Hill, Inside Carolina senior reporter Greg Barnes joins Tommy Ashley discussing the wants and needs for head coach Michael Malone and his team in 2026-27. Barnes and Ashley highlight the massive importance Veesaar's presence on the roster will be to potential success next season and also the other potential ways to approach the season should the center decide to move on to the next phase of his basketball career. Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.com Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports. This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

North Carolina basketball enters a new week with a roster build still in progress and a fresh opening on the coaching staff after Kim English's departure only days after arriving, leaves Michael Malone with work on multiple fronts needing to be done. The roster build continues as Carolina's biggest targets remain on the board and decisions loom as the transfer portal entry deadline is this week. Inside Carolina senior reporter Greg Barnes joins Tommy Ashley for a 'snapshot in time' update on the slow progress being made and what's ahead for a program and coaching staff working as the minute by minute news cycle churns on. Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.com Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports. This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

UNC's new head man Michael Malone has just completed his first week in Chapel Hill. He's hired some staff, but also seen one assistant change his mind on joining the Tar Heels. With just days to go in the transfer portal, Carolina has nailed down a few roster spots for next year, but still has plenty of question marks and holes to fill. Sean Moran and Sherrell McMillan join Joey Powell to distill some takeaways from the first full week of the Malone era and to get a handle on what the next steps in the program reset may look like. The Coast to Coast is delivered by Salvio's Pizzeria. https://salviospizza.com Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.com Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports. This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Inside Carolina's senior reporter Greg Barnes joins Tommy Ashley to discuss the new NCAA proposal 'Five for Five' where college athletes will have five years of eligibility in their prospective sports. Barnes and Ashley opine on the viability of the new plan given recent efforts by the NCAA have been upended by the courts many times with regards to any limits to a student athlete's ability to earn money while in college. Barnes highlights how the landscape has changed quickly in the few months and years NIL and rev share have been a part of collegiate athletics and what the prospects are going forward for a potential settling of the shifting sands beneath the NCAA foundation. Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.com Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports. This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Inside Carolina's senior reporter Greg Barnes joins Tommy Ashley to discuss the ongoing process of building back North Carolina basketball under new coach Michael Malone and the new era Malone and his coaching staff are ushering into Chapel Hill. With the portal work continuing and player movement at an all time high, Malone's process continues to have fans on the edges of their proverbial seats wanting and waiting for big news from a player acquisition standpoint and a talent perspective. But what does Malone and staff need to succeed on the court? Barnes and Ashley highlight that answer is unknown until the product only the court can actually produce results. Granted, the angst from some in the fanbase is not surprising given how the Carolina program has struggled with identity and consistency over the last several years and Barnes addresses that aspect - while also commenting on the financial side of this era of basketball and UNC's place in that arena. Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.com Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports. This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Inside Carolina's Rob Harrington and Tommy Ashley dissect Michael Malone's first week as head coach of the North Carolina Tar Heels. Rob offers his takes on the assistant coaching hires, portal pick ups and how Malone hit the ground running after he was announced as the man to lead Carolina Basketball into a new era just eight days ago. Building a staff has been front and center for Malone and Harrington shares his views on the hiring of Chuck Martin and Kim English as well as the ideal fit for the last remaining assistant coach spot on Malone's bench. Harrington and Ashley also discuss the retention of Jarin Stevenson, the addition of Neoklis Advalas from the transfer portal and the needs for Malone to secure going forward. The parting of ways with Dylan Mingo, the exit of Derek Dixon and the potential for Isaiah Denis and incoming freshman Maximo Adams is also discussed as well as if and how the first week for Malone could have gone any better. Visit the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community: http://www.InsideCarolina.com Founded in 1994, Inside Carolina is universally viewed as the authority on Tar Heel sports and recruiting. With relentless, unparalleled year-round coverage, and the largest online community of always-engaged UNC fans, the slogan is true: “There is no offseason at Inside Carolina.” **Call to Action:** **Subscribe:** Follow 'Inside Carolina' wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! **Review:** Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help us reach more Tar Heel fans! **Visit:** Explore http://www.InsideCarolina.com for breaking news, recruiting updates, and expert commentary on all things UNC sports. This show is brought to you by Inside Carolina, the No. 1 site for UNC sports coverage and community. Visit http://www.InsideCarolina.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.