Tar Heels Look To Extend Winning Streak To Seven Games Against BGSU
By Caleb Herrera (@calebherrera_) CHAPEL HILL, N.C – Coming off a comeback win against their rivals, NC State’s IcePack, the Tar Heels now have a chance to extend their winning streak to seven games as they face Bowling Green State University. When: Friday, Oct. 18 Where: Orange County Sportsplex Puck Drop: 10:30 P
Tar Heels Seek Win in ‘Revenge Game’ Against IcePack
By Caleb Herrera (@calebherrera) CHAPEL HILL, N.C. – Tar Heel Hockey looks to close out its rivalry week with a win against NC State’s IcePack on their ice and extend the winning streak to six games. When: Friday, Oct. 11 Where: Wake Competition Center, Morrisville N.C. Puck Drop: 8:15 P.M. The Tar Heels enter […]
UNC Hosts Second Annual Pink The Rink Exhibition for Breast Cancer Awareness
By: Brian D’aguanno Hillsborough, NC- UNC hosted Duke for the second annual Pink the Rink exhibition on Wednesday, Oct. 10. Both teams partnered with the Theta Tua chapter of Zeta Tua Alpha to raise money for breast cancer education and awareness. “I think it’s important because it’s much bigger than the sport,” said UNC for
UNC Hockey Writers Gain Professional Sports Media Experience Covering Canes vs. Predators
By UNC Writing Team RALEIGH, N.C. — The University of North Carolina hockey team strives to set the standard of college hockey both on and off the ice. Thanks to the Carolina Hurricanes communications department, UNC Hockey writers Brian D’Aguanno, Caleb Herrera, Emma Mays and Lauren Rhodes were given the unique opportunity to
Tar Heels Secure 9-2 Victory Over Delaware In Dominant Fashion
By Caleb Herrera (@calebherrera) HILLSBOROUGH, NC – Reminiscent of last season’s matchup, the Tar Heels delivered a commanding 9-2 victory over the Fightin’ Blue Hens with multi-goal performances from forwards Will Smith and Zach Mangel. UNC set the tone right from the start, with defenseman Jack Gleason slipping t
$25 Million Fundraising Campaign Announced For New Ice Hockey Arena
THE BOOSTER CLUB FOR THE ICE HOCKEY TEAM AT UNC-CHAPEL HILL ANNOUNCES A $25 MILLION FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGN FOR A NEW ICE HOCKEY ARENA PLANNED IN CHAPEL HILL Sentiment Remains High for the Arena, which will be a Multi-Use Facility for Community Events and the Future Home of the Ice Hockey Team at UNC-Chapel Hill CHAPEL […]
GAME PREVIEW: Tar Heels Set To Face Wake Forest In 2024-2025 Season Opener
By Caleb Herrera (@calebherrera) CHAPEL HILL, NC – The University of North Carolina Tar Heels begin their 2024-25 season campaign Saturday evening, hosting Wake Forest Hockey at the Orange County Sportsplex. When: August 31, 2024 Where: Orange County Sportsplex – Hillsborough, NC Puck Drop: 5:45 P.M. **UNC Swim
Captain’s Feature: Tommy Gilligan
On Friday, July 19, 2024, Thomas “Tommy” Gilligan was announced as one of the three alternate captains for UNC Hockey during the 2024-2025 season. With his leadership role, he hopes to contribute to the program’s ongoing ascent in the college hockey world. Hailing from New York, Gilligan began his hockey journey at the age of [&hell
Captain’s Feature: Michael Vaglia
By Caleb Herrera On Friday, July 19, 2024, Michael “Mikey” Vaglia was announced as one of UNC Hockey’s alternate captains for the 2024-25 season. In his last dance with the team, the senior hopes to both grow his game and help continue the team’s growth on and off the ice. Born and raised in Apex, […]
Captain’s Feature: Florian Zajic
By: Caleb Herrera On Friday, July 19, 2024, Florian “Flo” Zajic was announced as an alternate captain for UNC Hockey for the 2024-25 season. As a key player in the Tar Heels’ defense, Zajic looks to continue to evolve his game as well as relishing in the competition against fellow rivals. Hailing from Vienna, Austria, […]