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All content by Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
Assistant Sports Editor Alec Sawyer, a fourth-year studying communication

Letter from the Sports Editor: Pack is singular: A Sports Editor’s farewell

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
April 23, 2019
Senior Stephen Franken drives the ball on Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018 at Lonnie Poole Golf Course. Franken finished strong with a score of -3 in the 2nd round of the Wolfpack Intercollegiate.

Men’s golf places sixth at ACCs after strong final round

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
April 21, 2019
Junior Naomi Ko shot a one-over-par 217 to finish in second place at the Bryan National Collegiate in Browns Summit, North Carolina over the weekend. The Wolfpack finished sixth of 18 teams.

Ko shoots career low in final round, Pack finishes ninth at ACCs

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
April 21, 2019
Teammates swarm around Warren Foegele after scoring a goal only 0:17 seconds into the first period of the game, Thursday, April 18 in PNC Arena. The Canes defeated the defending Stanley Cup champions again to tie the series 2-2. The Canes return to PNC Arena Monday, April 22 after a brief detour in Washington D.C. for game five.

Canes even series in front of record crowd

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
April 18, 2019
Senior Stephen Franken takes a swing to drive the ball down range. Franken finished strong with a score of -3 in the 2nd round at Lonnie Poole Golf Course on Oct. 6th 2018.

Wolfpack golf heads to ACCs

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
April 17, 2019
Freshman catcher and outfielder Luca Tresh throws the ball to the infield against Louisville on Saturday, April 13, 2019 at Doak Field. Tresh went 1-2 with one walk and one strikeout in the Wolfpack’s 14-10 loss to the Cardinals.

Pack blown out by Cardinals in game two, drops first ACC series

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
April 13, 2019
*Editor's note: the original photo has been replaced. Junior infielder Will Wilson swings and misses against Louisville on Saturday, April 13, 2019 at Doak Field. Wilson went 2-4 with two home runs, one walk and one strikeout in the Wolfpack’s 14-10 loss to the Cardinals.

Pack drops game one to Louisville in offensive battle

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
April 13, 2019
Senior infielder Evan Edwards is congratulated by teammate junior infielder Will Wilson after the former earned a run during the game against NC A&T on March 27, at First National Bank Field at Greensboro. The Wolfpack beat the Aggies 12-3.

Midway through ACC slate, Wolfpack baseball in great position

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
April 9, 2019
Head coach Wes Moore talks to graduate guard Kiara Leslie, junior guard Aislinn Konig and freshman guard Kai Crutchfield during their game against Iowa on Saturday, March 30, 2019 in the Greensboro Coliseum. The Pack lost to the Hawkeyes 79-61.

Resilient Wolfpack women’s basketball fights through adversity in injury-riddled season

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
April 1, 2019
Members of the men's swimming team jump off the starting blocks for the hypoxic challenge, a 50-yard underwater kick. This was one of many events held at the fourth annual Wolfpack Games held on Friday, Sept. 28 In the Casey Aquatic Center.

Vazaios defends 200 fly title, Pack finishes fourth at NCAAs

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
March 30, 2019
Senior forward DD Rogers attacks the basket against Iowa on Saturday, March 30, 2019 in the Greensboro Coliseum. Rogers shot 5-11 from the field and totaled 12 points in the 79-61 loss to the Hawkeyes.

Pack’s magical season ends in Sweet 16

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
March 30, 2019
Sophomore Coleman Stewart won the 100-yard backstroke at the 2018 NCAA Championships in Minneapolis, Minnesota Friday. The Wolfpack finished in fourth place.

Stewart wins two silver medals at third day of NCAAs

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
March 29, 2019
Senior Justin Ress competes in the 200-yard medley relay against rival UNC-Chapel Hill on Saturday, Jan. 19, 2019 in the Casey Aquatic Center. The NC State Men’s Team beat UNC-Chapel Hill 197-97. Ress and his teammates placed first in the event with 11 points.

Wolfpack men’s swimming in fourth after two days at NCAAs

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
March 28, 2019
Junior guard Markell Johnson walks off the court after the loss to Lipscomb in Reynolds Coliseum on Wednesday, March 27, 2019. Johnson scored 19 points and had 5 assists. The Wolfpack lost 94-93 to Lipscomb, causing them to get knocked out of the NIT and end their season.

Wolfpack drops thriller to Lipscomb despite Dorn’s big night

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
March 28, 2019
Junior Andreas Vazaios swims in the 200-yard butterfly against UNC-Chapel Hill at the Willis R. Casey Aquatic Center on Jan. 27, 2017. Vazaios came in first in the 200-yard butterfly event with the time of 1 minute and 45.18 seconds. The Wolfpack settled the game against the Tar Heels with a score of 176-69.

Stewart, Vazaios lead Pack into NCAAs

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
March 25, 2019
Sophomore guard Devon Daniels defends Harvard guard Bryce Aiken during NC State's second round NIT game on Sunday, March 24, 2019 in Reynolds Coliseum. Daniels scored 14 points during the Wolfpack's 78-77 victory over the Crimson.

Fans, Wolfpack bringing intensity to NIT matchups

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
March 24, 2019
Sophomore outfielder Jonny Butler runs to first base during the game versus Bucknell on Saturday, Feb. 16, 2019 at Doak Field. The Wolfpack beat the Bison 14-2.

Four-run ninth caps Pack comeback, first ever sweep of Miami

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
March 24, 2019
Carolina Hurricanes right wing Teuvo Teravainen skates past the Minnesota Wild goalie and scores on Saturday, March 23, 2019 in PNC Arena. Teravainen also had two assists against the Wild. The Hurricanes beat the Wild 5-1.

Canes rout Wild behind Teravainen, PNC crowd

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
March 23, 2019
Sophie Hansson, a freshman from Helsingborg, Sweden, swims in the 100-yard breaststroke against University of Virginia on Jan. 26 at Casey Aquatic Center. Hansson had a final time of 59.77, helping the Wolfpack beat the UVA women’s swim team 167-127.

Hansson leads Wolfpack women to seventh-place NCAA finish

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
March 23, 2019
Sophie Hansson, a freshman from Helsingborg, Sweden, swims in the 100-yard breaststroke against University of Virginia on Jan. 26 at Casey Aquatic Center. Hansson had a final time of 59.77, helping the Wolfpack beat the UVA women’s swim team 167-127.

Hansson, 200 medley relay team earn bronze at NCAAs Friday

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
March 22, 2019
Freshman Kylee Alons competes in the women's 100-yard Butterfly during NC State's meet with rival UNC-Chapel Hill on Jan. 19, 2019 at the Casey Aquatic Center. Alons finished first in the event with a final time of 53.63 and nine points. Both Wolfpack teams were undefeated with a final women's score of 193-101, and men's final score of 197-97.

Perry, Alons lead Wolfpack women at NCAAs Thursday

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
March 21, 2019
Sophie Hansson, a freshman from Helsingborg, Sweden, swims in the 100-yard breaststroke against University of Virginia on Jan. 26 at Casey Aquatic Center. Hansson had a final time of 59.77, helping the Wolfpack beat the UVA women’s swim team 167-127.

Hansson, Moore highlight group of 14 Wolfpack women headed to NCAAs

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
March 19, 2019
Elly Henes

Five from Pack track and field collect All-American honors

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
March 10, 2019
Freshman center Elissa Cunane works in toward the paint. Cunane led the team with 22 points while also putting up nine rebounds. The Pack struggled but were able to outlast the Seminoles 69-62 on Friday, March 8 in Greensboro Coliseum.

Cunane shines in front of hometown crowd

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
March 9, 2019
Freshman pitcher Sydney Nester winds up to pitch against Wisconsin on Sunday, Feb. 17, 2019 at Dail Softball Stadium. Nester pitched three innings, striking out two and giving up four hits, five walks and one earned run. The Wolfpack lost 6-3.

Pack softball wins one, loses one Friday in Charleston

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
March 8, 2019
Redshirt senior guard Torin Dorn slams a dunk. Dorn had 12 points and eight rebounds while leading the team with two steals in a day where the three just wasn't falling. The poor shooting doomed the Pack to a 63-61 loss to Georgia Tech on Wednesday, March 6 in PNC Arena.

Despite loss, Dorn says goodbye to PNC with big shot

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
March 7, 2019
Members of the men's swimming team jump off the starting blocks for the hypoxic challenge, a 50-yard underwater kick on Friday, Sept. 28 In the Casey Aquatic Center. This was one of many events held at the fourth annual Wolfpack Games.

Wolfpack men coast to fifth straight ACC title

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
March 2, 2019
Members of the men's swimming team jump off the starting blocks for the hypoxic challenge, a 50-yard underwater kick. This was one of many events held at the fourth annual Wolfpack Games held on Friday, Sept. 28 In the Casey Aquatic Center.

Wolfpack comfortably in lead after two days at ACCs

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
February 28, 2019
Senior Justin Ress competes in the 200-yard medley relay against rival UNC-Chapel Hill on Saturday, Jan. 19, 2019 in the Casey Aquatic Center. The NC State Men’s Team beat UNC-Chapel Hill 197-97. Ress and his teammates placed first in the event with 11 points.

Wolfpack men head to Greensboro looking for fifth straight ACC title

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
February 25, 2019
Redshirt sophomore pitcher Dalton Feeney pitches to the Coastal Carolina University Chanticleers for the final match of the Baseball at the Beach series in Conway, South Carolina, Sunday, Feb. 24. The Pack won in the eleventh inning, 7-6, making the current season record 7-0. 

Takeaways from NC State baseball’s weekend at the beach

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
February 24, 2019
Kylee Alons, a freshman from Fort Collins, Coloroado, swims in the 200-yard butterfly against Virginia at Casey Aquatic Center on Saturday, Jan. 26, 2019. with a final time of 1:57.03. NC State Women's Swimming & Diving was victorious over the Cavaliers with a final score of 167-127.

Wolfpack women dominate en route to ACC title

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
February 23, 2019
Sophie Hansson, a freshman from Helsingborg, Sweden, swims in the 100-yard breaststroke against University of Virginia on Jan. 26 at Casey Aquatic Center. Hansson had a final time of 59.77, helping the Wolfpack beat the UVA women’s swim team 167-127.

Wolfpack women’s swimming in first at ACCs after day two

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
February 21, 2019
Junior infielder Will Wilson hits a home run against the Bucknell Bison on Saturday, Feb. 16, 2019 at Doak Field. Wilson went 2-3 with one home run, three runs batted in and two runs scored in the Wolfpack’s 14-2 win.

Baseball heads to South Carolina for tough weekend slate

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
February 21, 2019
Sophie Hansson, a freshman from Helsingborg, Sweden, swims in the 100-yard breaststroke against University of Virginia on Jan. 26 at Casey Aquatic Center. Hansson had a final time of 59.77, helping the Wolfpack beat the UVA women’s swim team 167-127.

Wolfpack women set to compete for ACC title

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
February 18, 2019
Freshman pitcher Reid Johnston pitches the ball against Virginia at the Durham Bulls Athletic Park on Thursday, May 24, 2018. Johnston pitched 2.2 innings, giving up three hits and two earned runs as the Wolfpack lost 4-2.

Johnston ready to build on breakout first season

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
February 14, 2019
Sophomore guard Braxton Beverly lines up a free throw. Beverly was outstanding shooting a perfect 9-9 from the charity stripe to go along with 4-8 from deep on the way to a team-high 21 points. The Wolfpack held Syracuse to just 20 percent from deep for a 73-58 win on Wednesday, Feb. 13 in PNC Arena.

Sharp-shooting Beverly hitting groove for Pack

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
February 14, 2019
Sophomore guard Blake Harris fights for the ball against UNC-Chapel Hill on Tuesday, Feb. 5 in the Dean E. Smith Center. The Wolfpack lost to the Tar Heels 113-96.

Wolfpack needs to ‘lock in’ down ACC stretch

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
February 6, 2019
Boo Corrigan, NC State’s next director of athletics, speaks to the media after his introductory press conference on Thursday, Jan. 31 at Reynolds Coliseum. Corrigan will officially begin his new position on May 1.

COMMENTARY: Corrigan the right choice to replace Yow as AD

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
February 4, 2019
Graduate forward Wyatt Walker wins the tip-off against Virginia center Jay Huff at PNC Arena on Tuesday, Jan. 29. The Wolfpack suffered a close overtime loss to UVA 66-65. Walker recorded 11 points, 3 blocks and got 7 rebounds against the Cavaliers*. *Editor's note: the caption has been updated to correct Virginia's nickname.

Relentless Pack needs consistency in final minutes

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
January 29, 2019
Freshman Alexis Postell eyes the finish line as the anchor for women's 4x400m in the Raleigh Relays on Saturday, March 31, 2018 at the Paul Derr Track Facility. NC State took second with a 3:42.90, the second-best outdoor performance in that event in school history.

Wolfpack track and field heads to Texas Tech Classic

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
January 24, 2019
Junior diver Madeline Kline takes to the air in the diving circus during the fourth annual Wolfpack Games held on Friday, Sept. 28, 2018 in the Casey Aquatic Center.

Kline making waves for Wolfpack

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
January 21, 2019
Redshirt senior guard Torin Dorn attempts to get past Wake Forest during the game on Tuesday, Jan. 15 in Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum. Despite Dorn scoring 18 points, the Wolfpack still lost to the Demon Deacons 71-67.

Slow starts an issue for Pack in ACC play

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
January 16, 2019
Junior guard Markell Johnson flies past UNC-CH guard Coby White. Johnson had 11 points and four steals during the 90-82 loss to UNC on Tuesday, Jan. 8 in PNC Arena.

What we’ve learned from NC State through two ACC games

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
January 9, 2019
Sophomore guard Braxton Beverly slashes by UNC-Chapel Hill guard Kenny Williams for a layup on Tuesday, Jan. 8 at PNC Arena. Beverly was the only reliable three-point shooter going 5-7 while the rest of the team tallied 3-21. The Wolfpack was able to cause 23 turnovers, but could not overcome the poor shooting to fall 90-82.

Beverly shines in tough loss to Heels

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
January 9, 2019
Junior diver Madeline Kline takes to the air in the diving circus during the fourth annual Wolfpack Games held on Friday, Sept. 28 In the Casey Aquatic Center.

Kline wins platform at Georgia Invitational to start new year

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
January 6, 2019
Head coach Kevin Keatts talks to his team at a break in the action during the 98-71 win over USC Upstate on Saturday, Dec. 22 in PNC Arena.

Takeaways from the Pack’s first two months

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
January 2, 2019
Redshirt junior quarterback Russell Wilson runs the ball against Boston College in Carter-Finley Stadium on Oct. 9, 2010. Wilson had total of 45 rushing yards during the game. NC State won against Boston College 44-17

Eight Pack Pros headed to playoffs

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
December 31, 2018
Redshirt sophomore Tariq Wilson, No. 4 in the 133 weight class, takes down Nebraska redshirt freshman Tucker Sjomeling. Wilson's bout was the last of the day and he won 19-2, enough for a technical fall, tying the team score at 17 apiece. The Wolfpack was awarded one more point for a 18-17 victory over No. 11 Nebraska on Sunday, Dec. 16 in Reynolds Coliseum.

Wolfpack stays undefeated with big comeback in Reynolds

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
December 16, 2018
Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor

COMMENTARY: Remembering the legacy of Jim Valvano

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
December 5, 2018
Head coach Wes Moore talks to the team at a timeout during the 83-57 win in exhibition over Anderson University on Thursday, Nov. 1 in Reynolds Coliseum.

Women’s basketball comfortable at home in historic Reynolds Coliseum

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
December 5, 2018
Sophomore JaTory Reid begins crossing over the bar in the high jump. Reid was able to win second with a 2.05m in the Raleigh Relays on Friday, March 30 at the Paul Derr Track and Field Facility.

Wolfpack records eight podium finishes over the weekend

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
December 2, 2018
Graduate quarterback Ryan Finley hands the ball off to senior running back Reggie Gallaspy Jr. Gallaspy had a career day with 129 yards on 27 carries. The Wolfpack were tested by the Tar Heels, but came away with a 34-28 overtime win on Saturday, Nov. 24 in Kenan Memorial Stadium.

Record-setting day for Gallaspy leads Pack’s win over Heels

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
November 26, 2018
Elly Henes, a junior distance runner from Cary, NC, runs in the NCAA Track & Field Championships in Tampa, Florida from May 24-26.

Track and field set to begin indoor season

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
November 26, 2018
Head coach Kevin Keatts speaks to his team before the tipoff against Mercer on Saturday, Nov. 24 at PNC Arena. The Wolfpack won 78-74.

Better competition finally coming for unchallenged Wolfpack

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
November 25, 2018
Elly Henes

Pack men place 11th, women 13th at NCAAs

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
November 18, 2018
Carolina Hurricanes captain and forward Justin Williams fights to keep control of the puck against Tampa Bay Lightning center Anthony Cirelli on Wednesday, Sept. 19 in PNC Arena. The Hurricanes beat the Lightning 6-1.

Flaming hot start pushes Canes past Devils

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
November 18, 2018
Redshirt freshman Hayden Hidlay takes down a Utah Valley opponent in Reynolds Coliseum on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2017. The Wolfpack beat Utah Valley 34-6, along with victories over UNC-Pembroke and Reinhardt.

Wrestling ready to follow up historic campaign

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
November 15, 2018
Redshirt senior guard Torin Dorn is fouled but makes the basket for a 3-point play on Saturday, Nov. 10 in PNC Arena. Dorn had a double-double with team highs of 22 points and 10 rebounds in 22 minutes of play. The Wolfpack took down Maryland Eastern Shore 95-49.

Wolfpack men’s basketball off and running to start season

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
November 11, 2018
Elly Henes, a junior from Cary, NC, made the All-Region Cross Country Team in 2016 and 2017 and was named the 2018 ACC Women’s Indoor Track Performer of the year.

Pack women, men win NCAA Regional titles

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
November 9, 2018
Redshirt senior guard Torin Dorn scores a layup against Mount St. Mary's on Tuesday, Nov. 6 in PNC Arena. Torin Dorn had a career-high 28 points as the Wolfpack beat the Mountaineers 105-55.

Experienced Dorn set to lead Wolfpack

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
November 8, 2018
Head Coach Kevin Keatts communicates from the bench on Monday, Oct. 29 at PNC Arena. The Wolfpack beat Chowan 111-62.

Keatts: ‘They’re all excited about playing basketball tomorrow’

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
November 5, 2018
Redshirt senior guard Torin Dorn dunks the ball against Chowan on Monday, Oct. 29, 2018 at PNC Arena. Dorn scored 11 points on 4-6 shooting and tied a game-high 7 rebounds as the Wolfpack won 111-62.

A look at the Wolfpack backcourt

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
November 4, 2018
Sophomore midfielder David Loera races to the goal at Dail Soccer Stadium on Friday, Oct. 12. Loera scored the only goal in the game as the Wolfpack beat No. 1 UNC-Chapel Hill 1-0.

Wolfpack set for quarterfinal showdown with No. 1 Wake Forest

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
November 2, 2018
Redshirt sophomore forward DJ Funderburk goes up for an inside shot on Monday, Oct. 29 at PNC Arena. Funderburk was perfect on both free throws at 5-5 and field goals at 7-7 including 1 three-point shot for a total of 20 points. The Wolfpack beat Chowan 111-62.

Anyone can score for new look Wolfpack

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
October 29, 2018
Carolina Hurricanes forward Jordan Martinook looks up in frustration after missing a shot during the game versus the New York Islanders on Sunday, Oct. 28 in PNC Arena. The Hurricanes lost to the Islanders 2-1.

Power play falters as Canes lose to Islanders

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
October 28, 2018
Carolina Hurricanes forward Brock McGinn scores his first goal of the 2018-2019 season against the San Jose Sharks on Friday, Oct. 26 in PNC Arena. The game went into a shootout, where McGinn scored again to give the Hurricanes their 4-3 victory.

McGinn lifts Canes past Sharks in shootout

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
October 26, 2018
Wolfpack women claim third straight ACC title, men finish third

Wolfpack women claim third straight ACC title, men finish third

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
October 26, 2018
Members of the men's swimming team jump off the starting blocks for the hypoxic challenge, a 50-yard underwater kick. This was one of many events held at the fourth annual Wolfpack Games held on Friday, Sept. 28 In the Casey Aquatic Center.

Sargent leads Pack to sweep of Blue Devils

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
October 21, 2018
*Editor's note: this photo has been replaced. Graduate quarterback Ryan Finley gets sacked by Clemson on Saturday, Oct. 20 at Clemson Memorial Stadium. Finley went 21-34 with 156 passing yards and 2 interceptions as the Wolfpack lost 41-7.

Tigers dismantle Wolfpack in Death Valley

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
October 20, 2018
Head coach Dave Doeren shouts to his team during the 38-31 loss to Clemson on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2017 in Carter-Finley Stadium.

Stakes high as ever in Textile Bowl

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
October 18, 2018
Andreas Vazaios, a senior from Athens, Greece, swam in both the 2012 and 2016 Olympics for Greece.

Team mentality driving Vazaios to be his best

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
October 15, 2018
Sophomore forward David Loera settles a pass during the game versus No. 6 Louisville on Friday, Sept. 28, 2018 in Dail Soccer Stadium. The Wolfpack tied the Cardinals 2-2 after two overtime periods.

Pack travels to UNC-W for tough nonconference matchup

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
October 15, 2018
Members of the men's swimming team jump off the starting blocks for the hypoxic challenge, a 50-yard underwater kick on Friday, Sept. 28 In the Casey Aquatic Center. This was one of many events held at the fourth annual Wolfpack Games.

Pack swimming set for strong campaign despite loss of Held, Ipsen

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
October 10, 2018
Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor

COMMENTARY: Student athletes should be free to profit off their name and image

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
October 8, 2018
Sophomore goalie Leon Krapf clears the ball against Clemson on Sept. 8, 2017 at Dail Soccer Field. The Wolfpack upset the top 5 ranked Tigers 1-0.

Wolfpack falls short at Boston College

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
October 5, 2018
Sophomore center Omer Yurtseven takes a shot from the low post against Notre Dame on Saturday, Feb. 3 at PNC Arena. Yurtseven had a double-double with 10 points and 10 rebounds. The Wolfpack lead by as much as 30 on the way to a 76-58 win.

‘Three-headed monster’ set to replace Yurtseven

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
October 3, 2018
Sophomore midfielder Manny Perez lunges for the ball on Friday, Sept. 21, at Dail Soccer Field. NC State men's soccer had 7 shots on goal while keeping Virginia Tech to 3 shots on goal. The Wolfpack won 1-0.

Pack seeks signature conference win against Louisville

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
September 26, 2018
Men’s basketball head coach Kevin Keatts speaks to the press at media day on Monday, Sep. 24 at the Dail Basketball Center. Some of the topics Keatts discussed were the team’s schedule, new assistant coach Roy Roberson and the addition of 10 new players to the roster.

Keatts on his team, injuries, the upcoming season and more

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
September 24, 2018
Redshirt freshman wide receiver Thayer Thomas celebrates with senior running back Reggie Gallaspy Jr. after Thomas' touchdown in the first quarter. Thomas had a breakout game with 114 yards on 9 receptions during the 41-7 win over Georgia State on Saturday, Sept. 8 in Carter-Finley Stadium.

What we learned about NC State in nonconference play

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
September 23, 2018
Stephen Franken, a senior on the men's golf team, studies business administration and is a Raleigh native.

Pack golf teams set for strong seasons

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
September 19, 2018
Junior midfielder Gabriel Machado dribbles past a Presbyterian defender at Dail Soccer Stadium on Friday, Aug. 31. The Wolfpack won 2-0.

Pack to face Deacs in top-five matchup

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
September 5, 2018
Graduate center Garrett Bradbury celebrates with fans after the win over UNC in Kenan Memorial Stadium on Nov. 25, 2016. The Wolfpack won 28-21.

Bradbury leading ‘Band of Brothers’

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
August 30, 2018
Redshirt junior quarterback Ryan Finley pitches the ball against Louisville at Carter-Finley Stadium on Oct. 5, 2017. Finley passed for 367 yards and rushed for another 19 as the Wolfpack took down Louisville 39-25.

Breaking down the Wolfpack offense

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
August 28, 2018
Junior midfielder Tyler Gabarra celebrates with senior forward Cjay Sparks after Gabarra scores a goal in the 31st minute in the game versus USC Upstate on Friday at Dail Soccer Field. The Wolfpack beat the Spartans 3-1.

Wolfpack triumphs over No. 4 Akron

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
August 27, 2018
Junior defender Simon Blotko moves upfield during the game at Dail Soccer Stadium. The Wolfpack would go on to unseat #3 Clemson by a score of 1-0 on Friday, Sept. 8, 2017.

Wolfpack’s Blotko embracing final season

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
August 22, 2018
Freshman forward Manny Perez runs while dribbling the ball around an LIU Brooklyn player. The NC State men's soccer team was winning 1-0 on Sep. 1, 2017 against LIU Brooklyn at Dail Soccer Stadium before suspension due to inclement weather.

Experienced Pack men’s soccer team set for breakout year

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
August 22, 2018
Senior Justin Ress adjusts his swim cap before an event. Ress studies applied math and hails from Cary.  

Ress, Moore highlight Pack’s busy summer

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
August 20, 2018
Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor

COMMENTARY: Football is under attack, as it should be

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
July 22, 2018
Sophomore infielder Will Wilson throws the ball to first base against Army on Sunday, June 3 at Doak Field. Wilson hit a home run against the Black Knights as the Wolfpack won 11-1.

Pack baseball players stay busy with summer ball

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
July 15, 2018
Senior outfielder Brock Deatherage hits a home run during the game versus UNC Chapel Hill on Sunday, April 29, 2018 in Doak Field at Dail Park. Deatherage had a career first after hitting two home runs versus the Heels. The Wolfpack lost to the Tar Heels 5-4.

Deatherage, McLain earn quick promotions after hot starts

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
June 24, 2018
Junior outfielder Brett Kinneman smiles after making it to first base during the game versus Army on Sunday, June 3, 2018 at Doak Field. The Wolfpack beat the Black Knights 11-1.

Five from NC State selected in MLB draft

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
June 10, 2018
Junior outfielder Brett Kinneman catches a fly ball against Auburn at Doak Field on Sunday. Kinneman went 0-4 with two strikeouts and one run scored as the Wolfpack lost 15-7.

Outfielders highlight potential Pack draftees

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
June 3, 2018
Freshman catcher Patrick Bailey hits a home run against Northeastern on Saturday at Doak Field. The Wolfpack beat Northeastern 9-3.

Bailey shines in big games during historic freshman season

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
June 2, 2018
Senior pitcher Brian Brown pitches the ball against Florida State at the Durham Bulls Athletic Park on Friday. Brown pitched 2.1 innings, giving up six hits, four earned runs and striking out five batters as the Wolfpack lost 5-2.

NCAA Tourney returns to Raleigh as Pack hosts regional

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
May 31, 2018
Redshirt senior Erika Kemp competes in the women’s 5,000m at the NCAA East Regional in Jacksonville, Florida on May 28, 2015. Kemp finished sixth, earning her a spot at Nationals.

Three Pack student-athletes advance to NCAAs

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
May 27, 2018
Former NC State baseball player Trea Turner now plays shortstop for the Washington Nationals. Turner was an infielder for the Wolfpack from 2012 to 2014.

Knizner, Mendoza earn promotions in Cardinals organization

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
May 27, 2018
Sophomore infielder Will Wilson stands with Wool E. Bull and the team prior to the game against UNC at the Durham Bulls Athletic Park on Tuesday, April 17. The Wolfpack ended with an 8-3 win.

Wolfpack heads to Durham for ACC Tourney

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
May 20, 2018
Junior Gabriele Cunningham passes the baton to redshirt senior Tiana Patillo for the third leg of the Women's 4x100. NC State took second place with 45.41, the third best time in school history at the Raleigh Relays on Saturday, March 31 at the Paul Derr Track and Field Facility.

Wolfpack to head south for NCAA prelims

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
May 20, 2018
Freshman catcher Patrick Bailey hits the ball against Notre Dame on Friday, April 13 at Doak Field. Bailey went 2-4 with one double, one RBI and one run scored.

Seminoles walk off in 11th to top Pack

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
May 17, 2018
Junior Shannon Patterson, sophomore Cravont Charleston, junior Abdur-Rahmaan Kelly, and sophomore Dylan Peebles won first place in the 4x100M relay race at the ACC Outdoor Championship.

Wolfpack brings home two golds from ACCs

Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor
May 13, 2018
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Alec Sawyer, Assistant Sports Editor