Tar Heels' Shocking Loss: Trimble's Final Game

0:00On March 21st, the North Carolina Tar Heels suffered a stunning first round upset in the 2026 NCAA men's basketball tournament, blowing a 19-point lead in the second half before losing to the VCU Rams, 82-78 and over time. Senior Guard Seth Trimble wrapped up his college career with 15 points, 8 rebounds, and 6 assists in what turned out to be his final game. For the Tar Heels, Trimble pointed to fatigue setting in late, something the team had faced multiple times this season, along with shots that just wouldn't fall, and A, tendency to play two tenths down the stretch. Head coach Hubert Davis praised Trimble's four years of loyalty and leadership, calling him one of the programs most accomplished and devoted, players. It's a tough way for North Carolina to end the year after dominating most of the matchup, with mis-free throws and turnovers sealing their fate in. It was crucial final moments.