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Matt Giles

Matt Giles

Joined: Aug 17, 2023

Matt Giles is the editor and publisher of North Carolina Tar Heels on SI, Duke Blue Devils on SI, and NC State Wolfpack on SI, making him a key source for comprehensive coverage of these storied college basketball programs. Since joining UNC on SI in 2023, Matt has been dedicated to providing in-depth analysis, breaking news, and exclusive content on all three teams. He covers everything from game previews and recaps to player profiles and recruiting updates. Matt's expert knowledge of these teams has made his work a go-to resource for fans and followers of Duke, NC State, and UNC. As publisher, he shapes the editorial direction, ensuring that the most relevant and timely information reaches his audience.

UNC football head coach Bill Belichick
Football

Bill Belichick Puts International Flair in UNC Football Haul

The new UNC football head coach's recruiting efforts have now produced a 300-pound tackle from Germany.

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Inbound UNC football transfer Aziah Johnson
Football

UNC Football: Add Aziah Johnson to Early Bill Belichick Wins

The promising talent is the first wide receiver from the transfer portal to hop on board with Bill Belichick's UNC football program.

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Inbound UNC football transfer Chad Lindberg
Football

Make It Five: 300-Pounder Caps Off Big UNC Football Portal Day

Former two-time national champ and one-year Rice standout offensive lineman Chad Lindberg committed to the red-hot UNC football staff.

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Former UNC basketball forward Cam Johnson
Basketball

UNC Basketball Alum Cam Johnson Posts Double-Double in Style

The UNC basketball pro continues to ramp up his career-best production.

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Incoming UNC football transfer Ryan Browne
Football

Turbo QB Solidifies Single-Day UNC Football Portal Statement

Ryan Browne became the fourth UNC football transfer addition of the day and seventh overall in the cycle.

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Incoming UNC football transfer Adam Samaha
Football

UNC Football Commit Adam Samaha Shares Childhood Photo in Smith Center

It looks like the incoming UNC football kicker has been a Tar Heel fan for years.

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UNC football
Football

South Carolina Transfer Joins UNC Football Program After Visit

UNC football head coach Bill Belichick and his crew sealed the deal with talented tight end Connor Cox.

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UNC basketball
Basketball

Five-Star Prospect Shines in Front of UNC Basketball Assistant

UNC basketball remains in contention for the highest-ranked 2026 shooting guard.

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UNC football transfer commit Melkart Abou-Jaoude
Football

UNC Football Adds Proven Sack Machine to Transfer Collection

A recent UNC football tour led to a commitment from former Delaware edge rusher Melkart Abou-Jaoude.

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UNC basketball
Basketball

Worst UNC Basketball Start Since Last Time Tar Heels Prepared for UCLA

Five years ago, UNC basketball was 6-5 while gearing up to face the Bruins.

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UNC football head coach Bill Belichick
Football

UNC Football: Bill Belichick Effect Yields Another Four-Star Signature

Longtime UNC football commit Austin Alexander is now 100 percent heading to the potential heavyweight NFL pipeline.

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UNC basketball guard RJ Davis
Basketball

UNC Basketball Continues Program's Toughest Early Slate in Six Decades

The pressure is now on for the 2024-25 UNC basketball team to finally make its first loud statement.

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