The UNC baseball team closed out its regular season home schedule in style on Sunday, completing a dominant three-game sweep of Pitt with a 7-3 victory inside Boshamer Stadium. It was a fitting end to an impressive campaign in Chapel Hill, where the Diamond Heels posted a stellar 28-6-1 record this season.
Catcher Colin Hynek led the charge on Sunday, powering North Carolina (40-9-1, 20-7 ACC) to its fourth straight win. The sweep showcased the team's versatility, with pitching duels and offensive explosions blending perfectly across the weekend.
Friday's opener was a masterclass from starter Jason DeCaro, who tossed five scoreless innings while striking out seven to earn his team-best ninth win of the season. The offense backed him early, with Gavin Gallaher, Macon Winslow, and Cooper Nicholson all going deep. Pitt managed just six hits and scored its only run on a bases-loaded walk in the sixth.
Saturday brought the bats to life in a big way. After Pitt took an early lead on a solo homer in the third, UNC answered with three runs in the bottom half—taking control for good on a Gallaher sacrifice fly. The Diamond Heels led 6-2 heading into the seventh, then erupted for five more runs, capped by a two-run blast from Tyler Howe. Cooper Nicholson drove in three runs on two hits, while Jake Schaffner reached base all five times with two hits and three walks, scoring three times.
Sunday's series finale saw UNC complete the sweep with a balanced attack, sealing a memorable final homestand. The Diamond Heels now hit the road with momentum, knowing they can beat anyone when pitching and hitting click together.
