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NC State football travels to Georgia Tech, hungry for bowl eligibility
Coming off its second bye week of the season, NC State football is set to travel to Atlanta to take on the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets in a Thursday night primetime game. This week’s matchup will be the first time these two programs have faced off since 2020 when the Pack defeated the Jackets by a score of 23-13 in Raleigh. In opposite divisions of the ACC for several years, the two teams have only faced off five times since 2006.
From NC State to MLB stardom: Bailey and Rodon make their mark in 2024
Another MLB season has come and gone as a new World Series champion has been crowned. With the postseason finished and seasonal accolades divvied out, there is lots to be proud of for the alumni of NC State baseball. While catcher Patrick Bailey of the San Francisco Giants secured a Gold Glove as the best catcher in the National League, pitcher Carlos Rodon helped play a pivotal role in helping the New York Yankees return to the World Series for the first time since 2009.
Middlebrooks controls the paint in NC State Men’s Basketball 72-49 win over Colgate
NC State men’s basketball defeated the Colgate Raiders 72-49 at the Lenovo Center on Monday night. Despite a slow start, the Wolfpack regained control of the game and hardly looked back. Last game, the Pack (4-0) went a staggering 0-10 from the 3-point line. However, NC State dominated in the paint against Coastal Carolina to counteract the poor 3-point shooting. Once again, the Pack imposed its will down low against an inferior opponent.
NFL Pack Pros: Wilson engineers big win for Steelers, McNeil aids Lions comeback
As the NFL regular season continues to wind down, alumni of NC State football continue to make an impact. Headlined by a crucial performance by quarterback Russell Wilson, several players made key contributions for their respective teams in Week 10. Russell Wilson, Pittsburgh Steelers Perhaps one of the most surprising teams in the NFL this season, the Pittsburgh Steelers have quietly earned a 7-2 record.
Three takeaways from NC State football’s senior night loss to Duke
After seemingly turning a page with a two-game winning streak, NC State football suffered a demoralizing 29-19 loss at home to Duke. Despite a strong defensive showing, one too many offensive blunders prevented the Pack from securing a senior night win. As NC State prepares to hit the road for the final two games of the regular season, here are some takeaways from its final home game of the season.
NC State football prepares for homecoming showdown with Stanford
Following its first bye week of the season, NC State football returns home to take on the Stanford Cardinal on Saturday at noon. After traveling to the West Coast last week for the first time since 1960, the Pack will also take on another first in the inaugural meeting between the two programs. Separated by 3,000 miles, conference realignment has helped connect these two teams. This season, the ACC added three new teams to the conference.
NC State women’s basketball highlights veteran leadership, young talent in exhibition win over Anderson
No. 9 NC State women’s basketball boasted its strengths in a 91-54 victory over Anderson in an exhibition contest Tuesday night at Reynolds Coliseum. “We have a long way to go,” said head coach Wes Moore. “Last year was special, and you get greedy and get used to it, and you want to keep playing at a high level.
Preseason superlatives for star-studded NC State women’s basketball lineup
With the 2024-25 basketball season quickly approaching, NC State Women’s Basketball returns to the court. Its return comes with sky-high expectations after its first trip to the Final Four in over two decades last season. Clocking in at No. 9 in the preseason poll, the Wolfpack returns several key faces from last season’s team along with a few new additions. Let’s take a look at NC State’s roster and hand out some preseason awards.
NC State football’s chances to secure bowl eligibility
Heading into the 2024 season, Wolfpack Nation was buzzing with hopes of a breakthrough season for NC State football. However, preseason hype does not necessarily equate to in-season success. Through various injuries and personnel difficulties, NC State has suffered the same fate of failing to live up to its preseason expectations. Currently standing at 4-4, the Pack still has much to play for.
NC State men’s basketball set to propel itself into 2024-25 schedule
Fresh off an iconic trip to the Final Four, NC State men’s basketball is looking to hit the ground running in the 2024-25 season. With a docket of solid non-conference games, the Pack will be provided with multiple tests to help get the season started. As the squad heads into conference play, it will be exposed to the effects of conference realignment, which has added three fresh faces to the ACC.
NFL Pack Pros: Pratt anchors shaky team, Wilson strengthens his rookie campaign
After the conclusion of Week 5 of the NFL season, there is a new array of former NC State football alumni who have made an impact throughout the league. Here are this weeks top NFL Pack Pros. Germaine Pratt, Cincinnati Bengals Despite the Cincinnati’s struggling start, a consistent component of the team has been linebacker Germaine Pratt.
NC State football prepares to welcome hot Syracuse squad
After a deflating loss last week to Wake Forest, NC State football rounds out its home stand against the Syracuse Orange on Saturday. This weekend’s matchup between the Wolfpack and the Orange will mark the 17th in the series with NC State commanding a 13-3 advantage. The two teams have not met since Syracuse stifled the NC State offense in a 24-9 loss in 2022. One of the most surprising teams in the ACC, the Syracuse Orange have got off to a strong start in 2024.
NC State Baseball swept in fall exhibition against Duke
DURHAM, N.C., — Fresh off a trip to the College World Series, NC State baseball returned to action against the Duke Blue Devils for a fall exhibition. Regimented into a seven-inning contest followed by a six-inning game, fans got an opportunity to see an array of new names as well as several returning faces.
MLB Pack Pros: Rodon, Turner help power contenders, Bailey puts up strong season
As the MLB regular season concludes, the official playoff picture has been set with seven teams from both the American League and National League. With October baseball and the playoffs beginning, some former members of NC State baseball set their sights on the postseason with the hopes of hoisting a World Series trophy. On the other hand, a few alumni of the Pack9 have seen their season end despite making great strides in their individual careers.
NC State defense plays crucial role in helping stamp out Northern Illinois
Facing off against a talented team that has produced a strong start to the season, the NC State football defense played a key role in helping defeat a dangerous Northern Illinois 24-17. A week removed from giving up 59 points, the highest Wolfpack mark since 2012, the defense responded in a big way to regain control of the season. Despite a below average day offensively, the NC State defense helped shoulder a substantial piece of the load.
NC State football faces yet another test against Northern Illinois, desperate to bounceback
Less than a week removed from its second blowout loss of September, NC State football looks to get back on track as it welcomes the Northern Illinois Huskies to town on Saturday. This weekend’s matchup will mark just the second time that these two programs meet. The Wolfpack soundly defeated the Huskies 41-14 in their only previous matchup in 1997.
NC State football decimated by Tigers in 59-35 blowout loss at Clemson
CLEMSON, S.C., — For the second time in three weeks, NC State football once again found itself on the losing side of a blowout, falling in a 59-35 loss at Clemson. From the very beginning, the Wolfpack found itself on its heels in its first conference matchup of the season. With many question marks through the first four weeks of the season, perhaps the most glaring issue has been the regression of the NC State run defense.
Defense steps up as NC State earns grinding win over Louisiana Tech
After a humbling performance last week against Tennessee, NC State football’s defense picked itself up and put forth a solid rebound against Louisiana Tech. Throughout the game, there were instances in which the defense struggled to find solid ground. In the end though, it came together to help secure a victory. To best analyze the defense, each position group is examined for their performance in Saturday’s 30-20 win in which it allowed 324 total yards from Louisiana Tech.
NFL Pack Pros: Pratt thrives in heartbreaker, Narveson establishes himself
With Week 2 wrapped up, NC State continues to make its presence felt in the NFL ranks. With 24 of its alumni in the professional realm, Pack Pros are well spread out throughout the National Football League. Germaine Pratt, Cincinnati Bengals The NFL world was treated to another chapter in the Bengals-Chiefs series this weekend, one that has the feel of a budding rivalry. A series of late penalties allowed the Chiefs to get in range for a game-winning field goal.
No. 24 NC State football to face No. 14 Tennessee in high-caliber showdown in Charlotte
After a rocky season-opening win over Western Carolina, No. 24 NC State football will travel to Charlotte, North Carolina to take on No. 14 Tennessee on Saturday. Seeking a signature win, NC State will face Tennessee for the fifth time in program history. The two teams last played each other in 2012 with the Volunteers coming away with a 35-21 victory. NC State has had limited success in its most recent matchups against teams from the SEC.
NC State football leaves much to be desired offensively after season-opening victory
During Thursday’s contest with the Western Carolina Catamounts, NC State football struggled throughout the game to find much of a rhythm. Despite issues on both sides of the ball, most eyes were on the incapabilities of the offense to find sustained success. Despite gaining 120 total yards more than Western and having more total first downs, it seemed as if many things were missing as the Pack had to rely on a strong fourth quarter to finally finish with a 38-21 win.
NC State football set to open the season under the lights against Western Carolina
No. 24 NC State football will begin its 2024 season as it takes on the Western Carolina Catamounts on Thursday, Aug. 29. This will be the eighth matchup between the Wolfpack and the Catamounts in school history. The Pack has won all seven previous matchups with the most recent being a 41-0 win during the 2019 season. The Catamounts, an FCS team, clocked in at No. 20 in the preseason FCS top 25 poll. They are fresh off their best season since 2015 with a 7-4 record.
NC State Football sets its sights on promising 2024 schedule
After a productive offseason, NC State football looks to put its skills to the test with a schedule that features a revamped ACC and many familiar foes. Week 1 vs Western Carolina The Pack will start its 2024 season on Aug. 29 as it takes on the Western Carolina Catamounts in a Thursday evening showdown. In its first matchup since 2019, NC State has won all seven of its contests against the Catamounts.
Fall 2024 names to know in NC State Athletics
Fresh off a historic 2023 campaign, NC State Athletics is eager to kickstart a new year. While some of the Pack’s teams are ready to push for new heights, others seek fresh starts. However, one common theme is the many talented athletes that will wear the red and white this fall. Here are a few that should be on everyone’s radar come the first day of class.
Fall 2024 NC State Athletics’ Names to know
Fresh off a historic 2023 campaign, NC State Athletics is eager to kickstart a new year. While some of the Pack’s teams are ready to push for new heights, others seek fresh starts. However, one common theme is the many talented athletes that will wear the red and white this fall. Here are a few that should be on everyone’s radar come the first day of class.
MLB Pack Pros: 2024’s new crop of Wolfpack baseball players in the league
After making a run to the College World Series for the first time since 2021, NC State baseball saw several key players from its squad selected in the 2024 MLB Draft. Four Wolfpack players were selected over 20 rounds while three others were signed as undrafted free agents. Jacob Cozart (Catcher) — Cleveland Guardians (Round 2, 48th overall) First off the board for the Pack9 was its trusty backstop.
MLB Pack Pros: Bailey continues to succeed, Rodon and Turner contenders at All-Star Break
As the 2024 MLB season moves closer and closer to the All-Star Game, players are looking to solidify their chances to book their spot in the cherished game, which is located in Arlington, Texas this year. The major league’s slate of NC State Baseball alums are trying to throw their names into the mix with the midseason break upon us.
NC State baseball falls 5-4 to Florida in elimination game as historic 2024 season concludes
Running into a hot team like the Florida Gators, NC State simply couldn’t come up in big moments. Led by the arm of redshirt senior right-handed pitcher Logan Whitaker for the majority of the game, the Pack came up just short after it found itself in a hole that it couldn’t dig itself out of due to a crushing second inning. Entering a win-or-go-home situation, sophomore left-handed pitcher Dominic Fritton took the mound for NC State.
NC State baseball outlasts Gamecocks 6-4 in home run slugfest, advances to regional final
Akin to a pair of heavyweight fighters in a primetime, title card bout, NC State baseball and South Carolina went blow-for-blow in front of a sold-out crowd at Doak Field in Raleigh. But as the saying goes, it’s not about how hard you get hit. It’s about how hard you get hit and keep moving forward. No matter what punches the Gamecocks threw, NC State never stopped moving forward.
All-around performance powers NC State baseball over Bryant in opening round of Raleigh Regional
In front of a sold-out crowd at Doak Field, 10-seed NC State baseball took advantage of a regional atmosphere, something it had not tasted since 2018. Relishing the opportunity, the Pack pieced together an all-around performance of electric offense and consistent pitching that prevented any chance of an upset loss, resulting in a 9-2 victory over the Bryant Bulldogs. “The environment tonight was incredible,” said graduate right-handed pitcher Sam Highfill.
Disastrous fifth inning eliminates NC State baseball from ACC Tournament
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — NC State baseball head coach Elliott Avent probably wishes he could go back in time. In the fifth inning, Avent had a decision to make. Leave in graduate right-handed pitcher Sam Highfill with the bases loaded and no outs, or put in a new pitcher to get out of the jam. Avent stuck with the experienced Highfill, who has proven he can escape tough situations in big games. The decision did not pay off. Highfill gave up a grand slam to Duke second baseman Zac Morris.
NC State baseball dominates Virginia Tech 19-9 in opening game of ACC Tournament
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — No. 10 seed Virginia Tech’s loss to No. 6 seed Duke rendered the game between No. 3 seed NC State baseball and the Hokies meaningless regarding the Wolfpack’s path to the ACC Tournament semifinal. Since NC State is the highest seed in its pool, it could lose against the Hokies and still advance with a win over the Blue Devils.
Sosa’s grand slam powers No. 17 NC State baseball to 14-3 run-rule win over No. 8 Wake Forest
No. 17 NC State Baseball used electric hitting and pitching to seize a series-opening 14-3 win over No. 8 Wake Forest at Doak Field. Heading into the eighth inning, the Pack enjoyed a 7-3 lead but was searching for more. With one out, NC State (30-19, 16-11 ACC) had two runners on base. It capitalized as graduate third baseman Alec Makarewicz singled to bring in one. Wake Forest (36-17, 15-13 ACC) then gave up three consecutive walks, bringing two more runs home and loading the bases.
No. 23 NC State baseball outlasts No. 10 Virginia 7-5 in first game of marquee series
No. 23 NC State baseball pieced together six unanswered runs towards its ninth ranked win of the year as it defeated No. 10 Virginia 7-5 in Charlottesville. From the beginning of the evening, NC State ( 28-18, 14-10 ACC) found itself in a hole as it allowed three runs. However, it would rely on its pitching over the ensuing innings to help climb back into the contest.
No. 20 NC State baseball falls 8-1 in series finale to No. 7 Florida State
After inclement weather canceled yesterday’s game, No. 20 NC State Baseball lost 8-1 to No. 7 Florida State in Tallahassee, Florida. From the start, the Seminoles (35-10, 14-9 ACC) asserted themselves through a high-powered first inning. After walking the leadoff batter, the Wolfpack (26-18, 13-10 ACC) immediately fell behind as Florida State third baseman Cam Smith teed off for a two-run homer. The Noles continued to apply pressure as they quickly put two more runners on base.
NC State baseball blows 4-1 lead, falls to UNCW in 10 innings as midweek struggles continue
No. 20 NC State baseball's midweek struggles continued in its 5-4 loss to UNC-Wilmington at Doak Field. The Wolfpack (25-17) held a 4-1 lead through five innings, thanks mostly to two home runs by junior catcher Jacob Cozart — his 13th and 14th of the season. For a moment, it looked like the Pack was in a good position to end its recent skid of midweek games.
NC State baseball finds late game magic to secure series win over UNC
In its second straight evening, NC State baseball found a way to storm back and defeat rival UNC 5-4. The Pack secured its first home series win over the No. 11 Heels since 2016. “This is a good comeback win because you’re sitting in the dugout and you know you’ve done a lot of good things,” said head coach Elliott Avent.
NC State baseball falls to Campbell 11-7 in 12-inning marathon
NC State baseball suffered a crushing 11-7 loss to the Campbell Camels in 12 innings at Doak Field. Once down 7-2 as the game headed to the bottom of the eighth, NC State (20-14) dug deep and put together a four-run eighth frame to pull within one. It responded in the ninth with a solo home run to tie the game and force extra innings. In what turned out to be three extra innings of play, the Pack didn’t muster much offense but pitching remained steady.
NC State Baseball shut out 7-0 in series finale to No. 2 Clemson
A day after securing a series win over No. 2 Clemson in shutout fashion, the Tigers returned the favor as they shut out NC State 7-0 in Clemson, South Carolina. For the first six innings of the afternoon, little action happened on the base paths as a pitching duel kept it scoreless. With the effort of freshman left-handed pitcher Cooper Consiglio, NC State (20-13, 10-8 ACC) rode a wave of defensive momentum. However, in the seventh inning, things fell apart as it went to the bullpen.
NC State baseball falls 5-4 to UNCW despite strong performance from Makarewicz
NC State baseball dropped its fifth game in a row as it fell to the UNC-Wilmington Seahawks 5-4 in Wilmington, North Carolina. Much to its recent struggles, pitching and untimely offensive struggles were a detriment to NC State (18-12). Throughout the evening, it had opportunities to fight back with UNCW (20-13) but didn’t capitalize on most, leaving an astounding 10 runners stranded on base. However, one constant on offense remained and that was the bat of graduate third baseman Alec Makarewicz.
COLUMN: Keatts is ‘portal king’ following run to the Final Four
Since its inception, the NCAA transfer portal has developed into one of the most polarizing features of college athletics. It has proven capable of either making or breaking a team’s season. In the case of the 2023-24 NC State Wolfpack, it proved to work wonders in crunch time to give the program a memorable season for the ages. In his seventh season at the helm, head coach Kevin Keatts utilized the portal in a way that many other coaches should use as an example.
NC State baseball destroyed by East Carolina 12-4 in midweek showdown
No. 19 NC State baseball lost big to No. 12 East Carolina, 12-4 on Tuesday night at Doak Field. From the start, NC State (18-8, 8-4 ACC) found its backs against the wall as East Carolina (21-6) came out of the gate swinging. After preventing any runs in the first, the Pirates pieced together back-to-back singles to get the ball rolling. Pirates third baseman Dixon Williams came to the plate afterward and singled which allowed both runners to score, putting the score at 2-0.
Highfill dazzles, NC State baseball run-rules Notre Dame in series opener
A five-run second inning and a near-flawless performance by Sam Highfill was all NC State baseball needed to secure a 10-0 series-opening win over Notre Dame. The graduate right-handed pitcher looked like his vintage self, throwing a season-high 10 strikeouts in eight innings to lead the Wolfpack (16-7, 6-4 ACC) over the Fighting Irish (14-10, 2-8 ACC). “He’s back to being the Sam Highfill of old,” said head coach Elliott Avent. “He was as impressive as I’ve ever seen him tonight.
MLB Pack Pros: Fresh starts headline optimistic 2024 season
As baseball fans anticipate MLB Opening Day on Thursday, there’s lots to pay attention to. With a mix of the usual contending teams along with others who are beginning to pick up steam, the race for the 2024 World Series is truly on. Currently, NC State Baseball boasts four alumni who are in the show. Some will look to push a contender to a championship while others hope to be the cornerstone of an up-and-coming team.
NC State Baseball crushed in series finale against No. 9 Duke
NC State baseball failed to clinch a series sweep over No. 9 Duke, falling 13-2 in a game that concluded in the seventh inning due to the mercy run rule. After clinching a series win yesterday in dramatic fashion, NC State (15-7, 5-4 ACC) was not able to build off of it. Two large innings from Duke (17-7, 4-5 ACC) helped balloon the deficit which proved too much for the Pack.
Masterful performance from Highfill and Dudan power NC State baseball to win over Duke
NC State baseball secured a 4-3 win over No. 9 Duke in the series opener at Doak Field Friday. After relying heavily on its offensive performance earlier this week, NC State (14-6, 4-3 ACC) utilized a strong performance from its rotation to power it to a win. Graduate right-handed pitcher Sam Highfill led the way. Through seven innings, he allowed three runs on six hits while amassing a season-high eight strikeouts.
Offense comes up huge in NC State baseball win over Coastal Carolina
NC State baseball held on for a critical 9-8 victory over No. 13 Coastal Carolina. After suffering a four-game losing streak, the Pack secured its first ranked win of the season. “It was a very, very good game, but we needed to come out on top of a game,” said head coach Elliott Avent. “...
NC State baseball takeaways from nonconference play
Entering the season as a consensus top-25 team, NC State baseball has largely lived up to its lofty preseason expectations. From strong play in the infield and backstop to a roller coaster on the mound, here are the biggest takeaways from the Wolfpack’s first 11 games of the season. New faces making infield impact The Wolfpack infield boasts a slew of new names, and one name in particular is standing out — graduate third baseman Alec Makarewicz.
A tale of two halves: Second-half struggles plague NC State men’s basketball in loss to UNC
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. — NC State men’s basketball fell 79-70 at No. 9 North Carolina, blowing a double-digit second-half lead. NC State (17-12, 9-9 ACC) started strong in a hostile environment, playing a phenomenal first half. Despite growing its lead to 10 after halftime, the Pack quickly sunk into an offensive slump. The Pack went over 10 minutes without making a basket, and UNC (23-6, 15-3 ACC) seized momentum, the lead and ultimately the win.
Lanphere walks it off as NC State baseball survives Towson in series opener
No. 14 NC State baseball secured a hard-fought 6-5 win over the Towson Tigers at Doak Field. The game was a back-and-forth battle in which NC State (6-2) had its hands full. After drawing first blood at the beginning of the game, Towson (1-7) clawed back to tie it in the ninth. In the bottom of the ninth, the Pack loaded the bases, which set the stage for redshirt freshman catcher Drew Lanphere, who won it with a walk-off RBI.
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