Tar Heels Seek Second Win In ‘Heels After Dark’ Debut
By Caleb Herrera (@calebherrera) CHAPEL HILL, NC – After securing their first win against Wake Forest in the season opener, Tar Heel Hockey will face off against South Carolina’s ‘Cock Hockey’ Friday night in the first game of a back-to-back series. When: Friday, Sept. 6, 2024 Where: Orange County Sportsplex Pu
Tar Heels Secure 3-1 Victory Over Wake Forest
By Caleb Herrera (@calebherrera) HILLSBOROUGH, NC – The first game of the Tar Heels 2024-2025 campaign saw a sellout crowd and a physical, energetic game for the Heels. Forward Daniel Hu scored the game-winning goal Saturday night to secure a 3-1 victory for the Tar Heels in the 2024-25 season opener against Wake Forest, [&he
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: 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, […]
Former Hurricane Steve Rice Named Next UNC Head Coach
Chapel Hill, NC – University of North Carolina Hockey is excited to announce Steve Rice as their next Head Coach. Rice, a former first round pick by the New York Rangers in 1989, joins the Tar Heels as they enter their fiftieth season. Rice will make his Tar Heel Hockey Head Coaching debut on August 31st […]
Dauda Departs For ECHL
Chapel Hill, N.C. – Tar Heel Hockey Head Coach Adam Dauda has announced he will depart the University of North Carolina to join the Greenville Swamp Rabbits of the East Coast Hockey League. Dauda leaves the Tar Heels with an 18-7-1 record along with an appearance in the ACHA Regional tournament. “My time here […]
Skyler Smith Named Honorary Captain For Home Opener
Chapel Hill, N.C. – Tar Heel Hockey is excited to announce University of North Carolina Swimming and Diving athlete and 2024 Olympic trials semi-finalist Skyler Smith as honorary captain for the August 31st home opener. Smith has been a big supporter of Tar Heel Hockey, even wearing a jersey on the podium. “I am so […]