On Sunday night at Charles Schwab Field in Omaha, the North Carolina Tar Heels will face off against the Tennessee Volunteers in the second game of the 2024 NCAA Men’s College World Series. With first pitch set for shortly after 7 p.m. ET, both teams are eager to prove their worth on the diamond.
In their respective opening games, both North Carolina and Tennessee needed late offense to secure victories. The Tar Heels won on a walk-off hit by Vance Honeycutt, while the Volunteers rallied in the bottom of the ninth to defeat Florida State. This matchup will mark the eighth meeting between the two schools on the baseball diamond, with North Carolina holding a 5-2 advantage in the all-time series.
As they prepare for this important game, both teams are aware of the stakes involved. The winner of Sunday night’s game will advance to the final of their bracket, which will be played on Wednesday afternoon. However, if either team loses, they will face an elimination game on Tuesday afternoon against Florida State.
For North Carolina and Tennessee, this is more than just a baseball game – it’s an opportunity to continue their journey in one of college baseball’s biggest tournaments. With so much at stake, both teams are determined to give it their all and come out on top.