Nike releases UNC Vomero 18 running shoes, how to buy before they sell out

There is a lot of noise around the University of North Carolina football program these days, but here's something to help put you in the right frame of mind for the upcoming season.

Nike released its latest collection, the Vomero 18 running shoes in the style of a handful of college teams, and the Tar Heels were one of the teams selected.

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UNC struggled in 2025, but expectations remain high in 2026 for Bill Belichick's second season leading the program.

Support the Tar Heels and gear up for football with Nike's newest release, the UNC Vomero 18 running shoes.

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UNC Tar Heels Nike Vomero 18 running shoes

Not only are you supporting your Tar Heels, with the new Nike running shoes you are supporting your actual heel as well. The UNC Nike Vomero 18 is designed for max cushioning to provide the easiest run.

2026 UNC Tar Heels football tickets

UNC football tickets are already on sale for the 2026 season. The Tar Heels play on the road a lot during the first month of the season, but home games include East Tennessee State, Notre Dame, Syracuse, Miami, Louisville and North Carolina State.

When is UNC's first football game

The Tar Heels play quite the road game to start the season, taking on TCU in Dublin, Ireland on August 29. The team's first U.S. game takes place Sept. 12 when UNC hosts Eastern Tennessee State.

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This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Nike releases UNC Vomero 18 running shoes, how to buy before they sell out