UNC projected as top-four national seed in D1Baseball’s Field of 64
North Carolina baseball is projected to be a top-four national seed in the upcoming NCAA tournament. The Tar Heels reached the ACC Tournament championship game, solidifying their position at No. 4 in the RPI rankings. They are expected to host a regional in Chapel Hill, featuring teams like Missouri State and Kentucky.
- ▪North Carolina is currently ranked No. 4 in the RPI and D1Baseball's national rankings.
- ▪The Tar Heels advanced to the ACC Tournament championship game but lost to Georgia Tech.
- ▪In the projected bracket, North Carolina would host the Chapel Hill Regional with Missouri State, Kentucky, and Saint Mary's as other participants.
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