North Carolina closed out its regular-season home schedule in style, sweeping the Pitt Panthers with a 7-3 victory on Sunday at Boshamer Stadium. The Tar Heels (40-9-1, 20-7 ACC) finished with an impressive 28-6-1 record at home this season, capping off the weekend with a mix of offensive firepower and gritty pitching performances.
The series showcased the team's depth, from explosive hitting to nail-biting pitching duels. Leading the charge was Nicholson, who went 4-for-11 at the plate with two home runs—bringing his team-leading total to 13 dingers on the year. His power surge was a key factor in the sweep, providing the offensive spark UNC needed.
On the mound, Jason DeCaro was dominant in Game 1, tossing five scoreless innings and striking out seven to earn his ninth win of the season (9-2). It was his second straight scoreless outing, and he hasn't allowed an earned run since April 17—a stretch that speaks volumes about his consistency and composure under pressure.
Glauber was another standout, appearing in two of the three games and combining for seven scoreless innings. He allowed just two hits while racking up seven strikeouts, though his six walks showed some room for growth. He earned his fourth save of the season in Game 1, striking out five over three innings, and then picked up the win in Game 3 despite a shaky outing with five walks—improving to 7-0 on the year.
For Tar Heels fans, this sweep was a fitting farewell to Boshamer Stadium for the regular season. With the ACC tournament on the horizon, UNC's mix of power hitters and resilient pitchers has them poised for a deep postseason run. Whether it's Nicholson's home runs or DeCaro's scoreless streaks, this team is proving they have the tools to compete at the highest level.
