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Junior forward Ben Middlebrooks and the crowd points in the direction of the possession during the NCAA Tournament Elite 8 game against Duke at American Airlines Center in Dallas on Sunday, March 31, 2024. Middlebrooks scored seven points and made five rebounds. NC State beat Duke 76-64 to advance to the Final Four.

COLUMN: NC State runs the state of North Carolina in basketball

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
April 3, 2024
The NC State Wrestling team celebrates winning the ACC regular season dual meet championship in Reynolds Coliseum on Friday, Feb. 23, 2024. NC State beat Virginia Tech 20-12.

NC State wrestling reels off five straight wins to beat Virginia Tech for ACC Dual Title

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
February 24, 2024
Head coach Kevin Keatts draws up a play before the game against Charleston Southern in PNC Arena on Friday, Nov. 17, 2023. NC State beat Charleston Southern 87-53.

COLUMN: No matter how season ends, Keatts should be around for at least one more year

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
February 21, 2024
Junior guard Aziaha James drives the ball to the basket during the game against Virginia Tech in Reynolds Coliseum on Thursday, Feb. 8, 2024. James scored 17 points. NC State lost to Virginia Tech 72-61.

Mid-season awards: NC State women’s basketball

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
February 12, 2024
In this archive photo taken on Feb. 16, 2007, after defeating North Carolina 72-65, senior center Gillian Goring shares an embrace with senior guard Ashley Key. The players were surrounded by students who rushed the newly named Kay Yow Court.

The perfect storm: Reliving NC State women’s basketball’s unforgettable win over UNC in 2007

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
January 31, 2024
In this archive photo from April 4, 1983, Sidney Lowe drives against Houston guard, Alvin Franklin, in the 1983 National Title game in Albuquerque, N.M. The Wolfpack won 54-52, on a last-second dunk by Lorenzo Charles.

The spark that lit the fire: Reliving NC State men’s basketball’s legendary 1983 win over UNC

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
January 31, 2024
Graduate forward DJ Burns drives the ball to the basket during the game against Virginia Tech at PNC Arena on Saturday, Jan. 20, 2024. Burns scored eight points, had four rebounds and three assists. NC State lost to Virginia Tech 84-78.

NC State men’s basketball lays an egg at Syracuse, suffers third-straight loss

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
January 27, 2024
Sophmore defensive tackle Alim McNeill celebrates after a sack versus UNC on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2019 at Carter-Finley Stadium. McNeill had two sacks and five tackles in the 41-10 loss.

COLUMN: Raleigh should be cheering for Sanderson alum Alim McNeill and the Detroit Lions

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
January 24, 2024
Junior guard Saniya Rivers jumps to shoot the ball during the game against Illinois State in Reynolds Coliseum on Sunday, Dec. 3, 2023. Rivers had four rebounds, six assists and scored nine points during the game. NC State beat Illinois 79-61.

NC State Athletics’ week in review: Nov. 26 – Dec. 3

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
December 5, 2023
Junior guard Saniya Rivers shoots the ball during the basketball game against Rhode Island in Reynolds Coliseum on Sunday, Nov. 19, 2023. Rivers scored 19 points. NC State beat Rhode Island 67-58.

COLUMN: NC State women’s basketball primed to compete for a national championship

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
November 29, 2023
Graduate forward Mimi Collins defends her opponenet during the game against Rhode Island in Reynolds Coliseum on Sunday, Nov. 19, 2023. The Wolfpack beat the Rams 67-58.

Wolfpack women’s basketball feasts on Wildcats for Thanksgiving, routs Kentucky 84-55

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
November 24, 2023
Junior guard Azaiah James dribbles the ball forward during the basketball game against Rhode Island in Reynolds Coliseum on Sunday, Nov. 19, 2023. James scored 17 points. NC State beat Rhode Island 67-58.

NC State women’s basketball survives scare against Rhode Island, finishes homestand 4-0

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
November 19, 2023
Redshirt junior offensive lineman Timothy McKay, redshirt junior running back Delbert Mimms and redshirt junior offensive lineman Anthony Belton pose with their arms crossed in celebration of a touchdown during the game against Marshall at Carter-Finley Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 7, 2023. Mimms scored one rushing touchdown for the Wolfpack. NC State beat Marshall 48-41.

COLUMN: Don’t look now, but NC State football has a path to make the ACC Championship

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
October 24, 2023
NC State fans cheer while being on the big screen during the game against Florida State University at Carter-Finley Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 8, 2022. The Wolfpack beat the Seminoles 19-17.

NC State athletics’ must-see matchups for fall 2023

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
August 21, 2023
Freshman infielder Will Marcy goes up to bat during the Wolfpack's home baseball game against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets at Doak Field on March 26, 2022. The Wolfpack won the game 6-5 to clinch the series.

NC State baseball smoked by Virginia Tech 21-10 in series opener

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
April 8, 2022
Senior infielder J.T. Jarrett runs to first base in the game against Longwood on Wednesday, Feb. 23, 2022 at Doak Field. Jarrett went 1 for 2 in during the game. The Wolfpack won the game versus the Lancers 19-3.

NC State baseball shuts out East Carolina 2-0 for fifth straight win

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
March 29, 2022
Senior center Elissa Cunane hugs sophomore guard Madison Hayes after the ACC championship game against the University of Miami on Sunday, March 6, 2022 inside Greensboro Coliseum. NC State won the game 60-47.

COLUMN: NC State women’s basketball entering program-defining stretch

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
March 22, 2022
Senior forward Jericole Hellems questions a foul call against him during the game versus the Wake Forest Demon Deacons on Wednesday, Feb. 9, 2022 in PNC Arena. Hellems scored nine points and had three rebounds against the Demon Deacons. NC State lost to Wake Forest 69-51.

NC State men’s basketball looking for miracle in ACC tournament

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
March 6, 2022
Freshman Ed Scott maintains control during the NC State match against West Virginia on Sunday, November 21, 2021 in Reynolds Coliseum. Scott won his individual match against the Mountaineers 22-8. The Pack beat the Mountaineers 34-6.

Ed Scott thriving in new weight class for NC State wrestling

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
February 20, 2022
Freshman guard Terquavion Smith battles to bring the ball down the court during the game versus the Wake Forest Demon Deacons on Wednesday, Feb. 9, 2022 in PNC Arena. Smith scored eight points and had four assists against Wake Forest. The Wolfpack lost to the Demon Deacons 69-51.

NC State men’s basketball snaps six-game losing streak, tops Georgia Tech

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
February 15, 2022
Freshman pitcher Sam Highfill pitches against Louisville on Saturday, March 20, 2021 at Doak Field. Highfill pitched four and two-thirds innings, giving up two earned runs on four hits while striking out three. The Wolfpack lost 6-3.

NC State baseball enters season with high expectations, but has much to replace

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
February 15, 2022
Redshirt sophomore guard Dereon Seabron drives to the basket during the game versus the Wake Forest Demon Deacons on Wednesday, Feb. 9, 2022 in PNC Arena. Seabron carried the Wolfpack with 22 points and seven rebounds. The Wolfpack lost to Wake Forest 69-51.

NC State men’s basketball’s losing streak continues with tough loss at Pitt

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
February 12, 2022
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So you think you can date? What students have to say about dating in college

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
February 9, 2022
NC State’s Trailblazer Project highlights North Carolina community college leaders of color

NC State’s Trailblazer Project highlights North Carolina community college leaders of color

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
February 7, 2022
Head coach Pat Popolizio celebrates a last minute takedown giving freshman Isaac Trumble, No. 20 in the 197 weight class a win over No. 13 Jay Aiello. The Wolfpack won all but one bout on the way to a 32-2 win over Virginia on Friday, Feb. 4, 2022, in Reynolds Coliseum.

NC State wrestling crushes Virginia 32-2 in ACC home-opener

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
February 5, 2022
Sophomore guard Diamond Johnson dribbles past a Georgia defender on Thursday, Dec. 16, 2021 at Reynolds Coliseum. Johnson put up 17 points during the game. NC State lost to Georgia 82-80.

NC State women’s basketball can’t come back, upset by Notre Dame in first ACC loss

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
February 2, 2022
Graduate guard Kai Crutchfield goes for a layup in the away game against the UNC Tar Heels in UNC's Carmichael Arena on Sunday, Jan. 30, 2022. Crutchfield scored 16 points and had two assists. The Wolfpack won 66-58.

NC State women’s basketball has strong second half, sweeps UNC

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
January 30, 2022
Sophomore Rafa Izquierdo Luque returns the ball against Texas on Sunday, March 1 at Cary Tennis Park. Izquierdo Luque and junior Collin Shick won their doubles match 6-4 and Izquierdo Luque lost his singles match 6-4, 6-0, but the Wolfpack ended up with a 4-3 team win.

NC State men’s tennis takes down No. 25 Illinois in first match of ITA Kick-off Weekend

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
January 29, 2022
Isabella du Plessis, a second-year studying mechanical engineering, and Blaine Garner, a first-year studying aerospace engineering, change their angle of attack at Lake Crabtree on Friday, Nov. 5, 2021. By changing their angle of attack, du Plessis and Garner's boat was able to turn without losing speed during their practice race.

SailPack builds off historic 2020-21 season, looking for repeat nationals appearance

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
January 25, 2022
Redshirt sophomore guard Dereon Seabron attempts to break past the Duke defense on Saturday, Jan. 15, 2022 in Cameron Indoor Stadium. Seabron had a double-double against Duke with 16 points and 10 rebounds. The Wolfpack lost to the Blue Devils 88-73.

COMMENTARY: It’s time for NC State men’s basketball to get on a roll

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
January 20, 2022
Junior forward Jada Boyd drives towards the paint against a Virginia defender at Reynolds Coliseum on Sunday, Dec. 19, 2021. Boyd scored 12 points and had 5 rebounds against Virginia. The Wolfpack beat the Cavaliers 82-55.

NC State women’s basketball cruises past Virginia 66-43, 6-0 vs ACC

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
January 13, 2022
The NC State Women's Basketball team celebrates a three pointer in the last quarter of the game versus the UNC Tar Heels on Thursday, Jan. 6, 2021 in Reynolds Coliseum. The Wolfpack beat the Tar Heels 72-45.

No. 5 NC State women’s basketball hands No. 19 North Carolina first loss with 72-45 blowout

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
January 7, 2022
Senior center Elissa Cunane fights to put up the ball against a Georgia defender at Reynolds Coliseum on Thursday, Dec. 16, 2021. Cunane was the highest NC State scorer of the game with 20 points but the Wolfpack lost to the Bulldogs 82-80 in overtime.

NC State women’s basketball upset by No. 17 Georgia 82-80 in overtime thriller

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
December 16, 2021
Redshirt sophomore guard Dereon Seabron celebrates while dunking the ball in the game against the Bethune-Cookman Wildcats In James T. Valvano Arena at Reynolds Coliseum on Thursday, Dec. 9, 2021. This game was the annual "Heritage Game." Seabron scored 16 points and helped with the Wolfpack win 65-48.

NC State men’s basketball takes care of Bethune-Cookman 65-48 in Reynolds

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
December 9, 2021
Sophomore middle blocker Riley Shaak spikes the ball in the game against the Louisville Cardinals on Friday, Nov. 5, 2021 in Reynolds Coliseum. Shaak had two kills and six attacks. The Wolfpack lost 3-0.

NC State volleyball swept by Syracuse in penultimate regular season match

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
November 24, 2021
Sophomore running back Zonovan Knight carries the ball up the field at Carter-Finley on Saturday, Nov. 20, 2021. Knight had eight carries that totaled 37 yards throughout the game. The Wolfpack won 41-17 over the Orange.

Efficient performance earns Wolfpack offense solid grades in rout of Syracuse

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
November 22, 2021
NC State's women's cross country team leads the Adidas XC Challenge at Wake Med Soccer Park on Friday, Sept. 17, 2021. The team placed first with all 10 athletes finishing in the top 14 competitors.

NC State women’s cross country claims first-ever NCAA championship

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
November 20, 2021
Graduate student guard Raina Perez runs the ball down the court in the game against Kansas State on Friday, Nov. 19, 2021 in Reynolds Coliseum. Perez scored 12 points for the Wolfpack. NC State beat Kansas State 90-69.

NC State women’s basketball beats Kansas State 90-69 in final game of Preseason WNIT

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
November 19, 2021
Junior opposite hitter Taylor Rowland blocks a Louisville spike on Friday, November 5, 2021 in Reynolds Coliseum. The Louisville Cardinals beat the Wolfpack 3-0.

School, volleyball, teaching: NC State’s Taylor Rowland does it all

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
November 16, 2021
Junior opposite hitter Taylor Rowland blocks a Louisville spike on Friday, November 5, 2021 in Reynolds Coliseum. The Louisville Cardinals beat the Wolfpack 3-0.

School, volleyball, teaching: NC State’s Taylor Rowland does it all

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
November 16, 2021
Senior guard Kai Crutchfield shoots against Pittsburgh on Thursday, Feb. 25, 2021 at Reynolds Coliseum. Crutchfield recorded 11 points and four steals as the Wolfpack won 83-53.

NC State women’s basketball chomps Gators 85-52 for second win

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
November 14, 2021
Senior Wide Receiver Emeka Emezie lines up before a play against Louisville on Oct. 30, 2021, at Carter-Finley Stadium. Emezie had 93 receiving yards and a touchdown. NC State beat Louisville 28-13.

NC State football travels to Wake Forest for huge ACC Atlantic showdown

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
November 9, 2021
Yannai Barkai, a freshman playing third seed in singles against South Carolina, returns a ball to his opponent in the J.W. Isenhour Tennis Center on Saturday, Feb. 9. Barkai earned the Wolfpack's only point during their game against the Gamecocks, resulting in an overall score of 6-1. Later that day, the NC State men's tennis team won against the North Carolina A&T Aggies 7-0.

NC State men’s tennis members compete in ITA Fall Championships, Wake Forest Invitational

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
November 7, 2021
Redshirt sophomore setter Kaylee Frazier prepares to receive the serve during the 3-1 victory over Kansas State on Friday, Aug. 30, 2019 in Reynolds Coliseum.

NC State volleyball swept by No. 2 Louisville in second straight ranked loss

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
November 5, 2021
Senior outside hitter Jade Parchment high fives graduate student Kaylee Frazier during the game Friday, Sept. 24, 2021. The Wolfpack beat Virginia 3-1 in its ACC opener.

NC State volleyball falls to No. 14 Georgia Tech 3-1, splits weekend road trip

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
October 31, 2021
Redshirt junior outside hitter Taylor Rowland and sophmore middle blocker Riley Shaak celebrate with their team during the match against Duke on Sunday, Oct. 24, 2021 in Reynolds Coliseum. The Wolfpack had 60 digs against the Blue Devils during its 3-0 win.

NC State volleyball sweeps Duke for bounce-back win

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
October 24, 2021
N.C. State running back Ricky Person Jr. (8) gains yards during the first half of N.C. State’s game against Miami at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh, N.C., Friday, Nov. 6, 2020.

NC State football drops 31-30 thriller to Miami for first ACC loss

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
October 24, 2021
Freshman defensive specialist Saskia Hernandez bumps the volleyball across the net on Sunday, Sept. 26, 2021 at William Neal Reynolds Coliseum. The Pack lost 3-0 against the Panthers.

NC State volleyball’s four-match win streak ends with 3-1 loss to North Carolina

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
October 20, 2021
Redshirt graduate wide receiver Thayer Thomas runs the ball in the game against the Furman Paladins in Carter-Finley Stadium on Saturday, Sept 18, 2021. Thomas had a total of 82 receiving yards. The Wolfpack won 45-7.

Wolfpack offensive performance highlighted by pair of wild plays in rout of Boston College

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
October 18, 2021
Senior outside hitter Jade Parchment jump serves against Virginia during the game Friday, Sept. 24, 2021. The Wolfpack beat Virginia 3-1 in its ACC opener.

NC State volleyball sweeps Virginia Tech to snap three-match losing streak

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
October 8, 2021
NC State graduate student Melissa Evans (3) celebrates a point during the Wolfpack's exhibition game against the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers in Reynolds Coliseum on Saturday, August 21, 2021. Coastal Carolina defeated the Wolfpack 3-1 in the exhibition match, their first match of the season.

NC State volleyball boasts quality wins, working to compete with ACC’s top tier

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
October 7, 2021
Senior outside hitter Jade Parchment jump serves against Virginia during the game Friday, Sept. 24, 2021. The Wolfpack beat Virginia 3-1 in its ACC opener.

NC State volleyball falls to Florida State 3-1 in first ACC road contest

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
October 1, 2021
Redshirt sophomore quarterback Devin Leary rushes the ball with redshirt freshman offensive lineman Dylan McMahon protecting him on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021 in Carter-Finley Stadium. Leary had 7 total rushing yards. The Wolfpack beat the Tigers in double overtime 27-21.

COMMENTARY: With win over Clemson, the ACC is NC State’s for the taking

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
September 29, 2021
Junior safety Tanner Ingle goes to tackle Clemson quarterback DJ Uiagalelei during the game Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021 in Carter-Finley Stadium. Ingle had a total of seven tackles. The Wolfpack beat the Tigers 27-21 in double overtime. 

NC State football looks to avoid hangover against Louisiana Tech in final nonconference game

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
September 29, 2021
Freshman goalkeeper Maria Echezarreta knocks a ball away from the goal at NC State’s game against Virginia on Sunday, Sept. 26, 2021 at Dail Soccer Field. The Wolfpack lost to the Cavaliers 2-1.

Women’s soccer suffers another heartbreaking one-goal loss to No. 5 Virginia

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
September 26, 2021
NC State's volleyball team celebrates its win against the Virginia Cavaliers Friday, Sept. 24, 2021 at William Neal Reynolds Coliseum. The Wolfpack beat Virginia 3-1 in its ACC opener.

NC State volleyball defeats Virginia 3-1 in ACC opener

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
September 24, 2021
Junior nickelback Tyler Baker Williams, graduate student cornerback Derrek Pitts Jr., and redshirt freshman cornerback Shyheim Battle celebrate Baker-Williams' interception during the game against Furman on Saturday, Sept. 18, 2021 at Carter-Finley Stadium. Baker-Williams gained seven yards on the play. The Wolfpack beat the Furman Paladins 45-7.

Jaylon Scott fills in big shoes at linebacker after Wilson’s season-ending injury

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
September 21, 2021
Redshirt junior outside hitter Taylor Rowland looks to score during the game versus the Wofford Terriers on Friday, Sep. 3, 2021 in Reynolds Coliseum. Rowland had 13 kills against Wofford. The Wolfpack beat the Terriers 3-0.

NC State volleyball swept by Arkansas in second night of ACC-SEC Challenge

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
September 17, 2021
Graduate opposite hitter Melissa Evans and freshman middle blocker Jada Allen celebrate after Allen scores against the Georgia Bulldogs on Thursday, Sep. 16, 2021 in Reynolds Coliseum. Evans scored 16 points and had 14 kills against Georgia. The Wolfpack beat the Bulldogs 3-1.

NC State volleyball beats Georgia 3-1 in first night of ACC-SEC Challenge

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
September 16, 2021
Senior forward Kuda Muskwe follows the ball while a UCF player dribbles on Monday, Sep. 6, 2021 at Dail Soccer Stadium. NC State defeated UCF 2-1.

NC State men’s soccer falls 2-0 in ACC opener to No. 2 Clemson

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
September 10, 2021
Sophomore safety Jakeen Harris tackles a Bulls player on Thursday, Sept. 2, 2021 in Carter-Finley Stadium. Jakeen Harris had four tackles in the game. The Wolfpack beat the Bulls 45-0.

Wolfpack defense earns high marks in shutout win over USF

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
September 7, 2021
NC State sophomore Jameese Joseph (15) moves past a defender during the NC State Wolfpack's game against the South Carolina Gamecocks at Dail Soccer Field on Sunday, August 29, 2021. The Wolfpack lost the match 2-1 on a last-minute score by the Gamecocks. Joseph scored the only goal for the Wolfpack in the opening minutes of the first half.

NC State women’s soccer suffers heartbreaking 2-1 loss to South Carolina in home-opener

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
August 29, 2021
Sophomore setter Kristen McDaniel serves against Clemson on Friday, March 19, 2021 at Reynolds Coliseum. McDaniel recorded 45 assists and 13 digs as the Wolfpack won in straight sets.

NC State volleyball swept by ETSU in close season-opener

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
August 27, 2021
Freshman running back Trent Pennix makes the run after a double pass play. Pennix had 56 yards on the reception during the 41-7 win over Georgia State on Saturday, Sept. 8, 2018, in Carter-Finley Stadium.

Trent Pennix set for potential breakout year in new role

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
August 25, 2021
The NC State Wolfpack players, from left, redshirt junior Taylor Rowland (12), freshman Oliwia Durka (18), freshman Jada Allen (16), and graduate student Melissa Evans (3), celebrate scoraing a point against the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers in the first exhibition match of the season in Reynolds Coliseum on Saturday, August 21, 2021. The Chanticleers won the match 3-1.

NC State volleyball falls to Coastal Carolina 4-1 in opening exhibition match

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
August 21, 2021
Graduate linebacker Germaine Pratt communicates during the 41-7 loss against Clemson on Saturday, Oct. 20 at Clemson Memorial Stadium. Pratt had one sack and eight total tackles.

NFL Pack Pros: Defensive backs and linebackers look to make further improvements in 2021

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
August 1, 2021
NC State Baseball celebrates the win against No. 16 Florida State on Friday, May 21, 2021 at Doak Field. The Wolfpack won 6-4.

Remarkable turnaround, CWS appearance, abrupt end highlight NC State baseball season

Ben Ellis, Senior Sports Writer
June 30, 2021
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