UNC football kicks off its 2019 season against South Carolina in Charlotte.

It’s the first time since 2015 that the two teams have met. In that game (also played in Charlotte), South Carolina edged out a 17-13 victory, which turned out to be North Carolina’s only loss during the regular season.

This year, the Tar Heels will look to start off Mack Brown’s second tenure as head coach on the right foot.

Kickoff Time

Kickoff is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. from Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte.

Rain is not in the forecast with a high of 88 degrees.

Broadcast Schedule

97.9 The Hill is broadcasting every North Carolina football game this season.

Our coverage of UNC vs. South Carolina begins at 12:30 p.m. with the InsideCarolina.com Countdown to Kickoff show. At 2:30, our broadcast will switch to the UNC football pre-game show.

Following the game, 97.9 The Hill will carry an hour long post-game wrap-up show followed by “On the Heels” at 7:30 p.m.

You can find our broadcast of the game on 97.9 FM and 1360 AM or streaming online on Chapelboro.com.

TV Schedule

The game will be broadcast on ESPN. The game beforehand is South Alabama vs. Nebraska at noon.

What if I don’t have cable?

A live stream will be available on ESPN’s digital platforms.

Additionally, several cord-cutting options carry ESPN’s network.

YouTube TV prices at $50/month and carries all of ESPN’s channels (ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, etc.) as well as the newly-announced ACC Network. YouTube TV does not offer NFL Network or NFL Red Zone for pro sports fans.

Playstation Vue prices out similarly at $50/month and carries ESPN and the ACC Network. Vue also carries NFL Network and NFL Red Zone. A key note here: you don’t need to own a Playstation 4 to use Playstation Vue.

Hulu TV goes for $45/month and includes all ESPN channels, but does not carry MLB Network, NBA TV, NFL Network or NFL Red Zone.

Sling TV is the cheapest at $25/month, but includes the fewest channels. Make sure to avoid Sling Blue, as that package does not carry ESPN.

The best way to watch UNC football games

Here’s the best way to watch North Carolina football games (if you’re not in attendance):

  1. Turn on the game with your preferred cable provider
  2. Mute your television
  3. Tune in to 97.9 The Hill on your radio OR streaming online at Chapelboro.com
  4. Sync up the feeds to hear Jones Angell and company announce the games
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