Diamond Heels take down Florida State to move on in ACC Tournament
In a back-and-forth game on Saturday, the Tar Heels prevailed late, getting two runs in the ninth to win it. After UNC got two runners on with a single and then a bunt, it was Kane Kepley's RBI single that was the difference in the win.
Backed behind a strong start from Jason DeCaro, UNC grabbed a 3-1 lead over the Seminoles. But Florida State rallied in the fifth inning, scoring three runs to grab a 4-3 lead. With Florida State having the momentum, it was time for UNC's best player to strike again.
Luke Stevenson hit a two-run home run in the top of the sixth, giving UNC the lead at 5-4. Florida State tied it again before the magic happened. UNC's two-run ninth inning was the difference and sends UNC to Sunday's ACC championship game against Boston College.
DeCaro pitched 4.1 innings, giving up five hits and three hits in his outing. He was strong once again, as well as the bullpen.
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The Tar Heels and Eagles will face off on Sunday at noon in Durham. UNC won the tournament back in 2019 and 2022.
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