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Yahoo
27-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
UNC football releases 2025 roster jersey numbers
A long-standing tradition with Bill Belichick when he coached at the NFL level with the New England Patriots is that each training camp, he started his players off with blank jerseys, stating that they much earn their numbers. He brought that same tradition to Chapel Hill with the UNC football team as, up until now, they have been practicing and playing in unnumbered jerseys. The time has finally come for the team to award the players their well-earned numbers. Advertisement Each day for the next few days, North Carolina football will release the numbers of certain groups of players. They opened up on Friday with the offensive and defensive lines. Check out the team's numbers that have been revealed below. Offensive Line #52 - Daniel King, Redshirt Senior #53 - Christo Kelly, Redshirt Senior #54 - Miles McVay, Redshirt Senior #55 - Jakai Moore, Graduate #56 - Jani Norwood, Redshirt Freshman #57 - Bo Burkes, Redshirt Junior #58 - Austin Blaske, Redshirt Senior #66 - Jordan Hall, Graduate #68 - Aidan Banfield, Sophomore #70 - Byron Nelson, Freshman #71 - William Boone, Redshirt Junior Advertisement #72 - Eidan Buchanan, Freshman #73 - Will O'Steen, Redshirt Freshman #77 - Trey Blue, Freshman #78 - Trevyon Green, Redshirt Junior Defensive Line #6 - D'Antre Robinson, Redshirt Freshman #8 - Smith Vilbert, Redshirt Senior #9 - Melkart Abou Jaoude, Redshirt Junior #10 - Pryce Yates, Redshirt Senior #25 - Joseph Mupoyi, Redshirt Freshman #47 - Austin Alexander, Freshman #51 - Peter Pesansky, Redshirt Freshman #84 - Laderion Williams, Freshman #87 - Trey Giddens, Freshman #88 - Kamarion Thomas, Freshman #89 - Emmanuel Nwaiwu, Freshman #90 - Xavier Lewis, Freshman #91 - Leroy Jackson, Redshirt Freshman #92 - CJ Mims, Junior Advertisement #93 - Devin Ancrum, Freshman #94 - Isaiah Johnson, Redshirt Junior #96 - Nicco Maggio, Freshman Follow us @TarHeelsWire on X and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of North Carolina Tar Heels news, notes and opinions. This article originally appeared on Tar Heels Wire: UNC football, Bill Belichick release 2025 roster jersey numbers
Miami Herald
12-06-2025
- Sport
- Miami Herald
North Carolina Football Preview 2025: Tar Heels Season Prediction, Win Total Projection, Top Players
X CFN, Fiu | CFN Facebook | Bluesky Fiu, CFN2025 North Carolina PreviewNorth Carolina Offense BreakdownNorth Carolina Defense Breakdown North Carolina Tar Heels Key to the Season Hold up against the the biggest thing for defensive coordinator Steve Belichick to figure out. Stop the run, and everything else should work. Last year's team allowed four yards or more per carry seven times, and lost all four games. It was 6-0 when allowing fewer. North Carolina Tar Heels Key Player Davion Gause, RB Jeanty was the best running back in college football last season, but Omarion Hampton wasn't far off. He did everything for the offense, including working as a top receiver. It's asking way too much for Gause to be Hampton, but he's a talented back who might be one of the ACC's breakout stars if everything works right. North Carolina Tar Heels Top Transfer, Biggest Transfer Loss Top Transfer In: Daniel King, OG Sr.A massive 6-5, 340-pound All-Sun Belt star, he's a great pass blocker for his size who can play anywhere up front but center. A tackle for Troy, he'll likely work as a guard, but as good as he is, he can't replace …Top Transfer Out: Howard Sampson, OT he wasn't the best offensive tackle in the portal, he wasn't far off. The 6-8, 325-pound star pro prospect would've been a great fit for the Tar Heels, but he's now part of the Texas Tech haul of great prospects. North Carolina Tar Heels Key Game TCU, Sept. 1Colorado kicked off the Deion Sanders era in 2023 with a blast of a 45-42 win over TCU. North Carolina is kicking off a high-profile head coach era this year with what should be a blast of a game against TCU. One problem - this TCU team is better than the one that gagged away the loss to Coach Prime.- 2025 North Carolina Schedule Breakdown North Carolina Tar Heels Top 10 Players 1. Thaddeus Dixon, CB Sr.2. Gio Lopez, QB Soph.3. Khmori House, LB Soph.4. Daniel King, OG Sr.5. Kaleb Cost, S Jr.6. Pryce Yates, EDGE Sr.7. William Boone, OT Sr.8. Mikai Gbayor, LB Sr.9. Davion Gause, RB Soph.9. Smith Vilbert, EDGE Sr. North Carolina Tar Heels 2024 Fun Stats - North Carolina Scoring: 1st Quarter 66, 2nd Quarter 116- 4th Down Conversions: Opponents 10-of-19 (53%), North Carolina 13-of-27 (48%)- Rushing Yards Per Attempt: North Carolina 4.8, Opponents 3.9 North Carolina Tar Heels 2025 Season Prediction, Win Total, What Will Happen North Carolina has a sneaky-tough schedule, but let's put it this no excuse. The Tar Heels get Clemson at home, they don't play Florida State, Georgia Tech, Louisville, Miami, or SMU, and missing Boston College, Pitt, and Virginia Tech isn't the toughest road game, NC State? Syracuse? There's a week off before traveling to Cal, starting a lovely run of four games in five weeks against teams that finished with losing seasons. There are holes and missing parts to the Tar Heels, and it won't all come together quickly, but there's not a game on the slate they can't could drop the date to TCU right away, Clemson is the star of the ACC, and there are landmines, but …There's no excuse with this slate not to push for the first ten-win season since The North Carolina Win Total At … 7.5Likely Wins: at Charlotte, Richmond50/50 Games: at Cal, Duke, at NC State, Stanford, at Syracuse, TCU, at UCF, Virginia, at Wake ForestLikely Losses: Clemson 2025 North Carolina PreviewNorth Carolina Offense BreakdownNorth Carolina Defense Breakdown © 2025 The Arena Group Holdings, Inc. All rights reserved.
ME Construction
17-03-2025
- Business
- ME Construction
The price of progress
Construction The price of progress By Through innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to long-term value, the Middle East is set to redefine what's possible in construction says AESG's Daniel King The GCC construction sector continues to experience a remarkable boom, with iconic projects redefining skylines and ambitious visions transforming urban landscapes. From its impressive US $177bn value in 2025, it is projected to growth at a remarkably healthy CAGR of 5% over the next five years, exceeding $226bn by the end of the decade. Yet, even in this era of growth, budgets are not infinite. In fact, the need for disciplined cost control is more critical than ever to ensure that the sector's exuberance translates into tangible, sustainable outcomes. Therefore, at this, the start of 2025, cost management is poised to play a pivotal role in shaping the success of construction projects across the Middle East. Here are five trends that will significantly impact this domain: Digital Transformation and Automation Digitalisation is already revolutionising how projects are planned, managed, and executed in the region. Building Information Modelling (BIM), for instance, has seen widespread adoption, enabling stakeholders to visualise projects in their entirety before a single brick is laid. As BIM technology evolves, the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) could soon allow teams to predict cost overruns by analysing historical data and real-time conditions. Cloud-based BIM platforms are further enhancing collaboration among architects, contractors, and project managers by providing instant updates on the cost implications of design decisions. Beyond BIM, digital twins are steadily gaining traction, offering real-time monitoring of construction projects. These virtual replicas allow stakeholders to track performance metrics and costs, enabling timely interventions to prevent budget overruns. Machine learning is also poised to modernise budgeting, with algorithms forecasting requirements based on historical data. Automated reconciliation tools, in turn, could seamlessly track expenditures against planned budgets, reducing manual errors and saving valuable time. Sustainability and Green Building Equally transformative is the region's increasing focus on sustainability. Yes, incorporating green building practices often involves higher upfront costs, as seen in the use of low-carbon concrete or the installation of renewable energy systems. However, as demand for eco-friendly materials grows, economies of scale and technological advancements are starting to drive prices down. Additionally, in hosting two of the last three COP editions, the MENA region has signaled its strong commitment to sustainability. Governments are increasingly offering incentives such as tax breaks and renewable energy subsidies to offset the initial costs of sustainable construction. Simultaneously, investments in green certifications like LEED and BREEAM are also becoming more common. These certifications not only enhance a building's market value but also reduce operational costs, making them an attractive proposition for developers. For example, Dubai's push toward Net Zero buildings by 2050 reflects a broader regional shift towards sustainability, and cost management strategies will have to evolve to align with these goals. Modular and Prefabricated Construction Modular methods are rapidly coming of age in the Middle East. These techniques shift much of the construction process to controlled factory environments, significantly reducing on-site labour costs and inefficiencies. Faster project completion times also mean lower indirect costs, such as reduced site overheads and financing expenses. However, modular construction isn't without its challenges. To fully realise its cost benefits, meticulous planning is required to manage logistics and upfront investments effectively. In fact, if the sprawling factories required to effectively build modular units hope to get the green light, teams of cost management professionals would first have to conduct comprehensive feasibility studies, evaluate long-term return on investment, and ensure alignment with both project budgets and regulatory requirements. These analyses would need to account for site selection, transportation logistics, supply chain reliability, and environmental compliance to justify the substantial initial capital outlay. Collaborative Contracting and Risk Sharing While in the region, contracts have traditionally been characterised by rigid, hierarchical structures, we are starting to see this rapidly change, replaced instead by collaborative contracting models. Of these, approaches such as Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) are helping align the interests of all stakeholders by linking incentives to performance metrics such as budget, schedule, and quality. The transition, however, requires more than just updated contract terms- it demands a cultural shift. The adoption of digital tools like BIM, cloud-based project management platforms, and real-time data-sharing systems is helping to facilitate this change. Contracts are increasingly focusing on outcomes, distributing risks based on measurable results such as project milestones or quality benchmarks. Blockchain technology could further revolutionise this space. Smart contracts offer a level of transparency and automation that reduces disputes and ensures accountability. With the UAE having launched its Blockchain Strategy as far back as 2018, there is already talent available in the market to develop the blockchain-based based solutions that could offer effective risk-sharing mechanisms, creating a more equitable framework for all parties involved. Enhanced Focus on Lifecycle Costing Traditionally, cost management has focused primarily on initial construction expenses. But as the function matures, there is growing recognition of the need to consider the total cost of ownership, including operating, maintenance, and end-of-life expenses. It helps of course that policies and certifications increasingly mandate Life Cycle Cost Analysis (LCCA) to ensure that projects align with sustainability and efficiency goals. Here too, BIM has a role to play as the effective implementation of LCCA relies on advanced digital tools, such as BIM and simulation software, to model and predict lifecycle performance accurately. But software alone isn't sufficient – a mindset shift is also crucial. Developers and clients must move beyond prioritising immediate cost savings to embrace the long-term benefits of higher upfront investments. With careful planning and strategic adoption of these trends, organisations can not only manage costs effectively, but also position themselves as leaders in one of the world's most vibrant construction markets. Through innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to long-term value, the Middle East is set to redefine what's possible in construction. And in this transformative journey, cost management will remain at the heart of turning ambitious visions into enduring realities.
