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Freshman Carina Jordan celebrates a successful uneven bars routine on Saturday, Feb. 6, 2021 at Reynolds Coliseum. Jordan scored a 9.850 on the bars to tie for first place in the event. The Wolfpack won the quad-meet over UNC-Chapel Hill, Pitt and Towson with a score of 196.025.

Floor excellence vaults NC State gymnastics to first-place finish in quad-meet

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
February 6, 2021
Freshman Chloe Negrete hits a pose during her Floor performance on Saturday, Feb. 15 at Reynolds Coliseum. Negrete tied for third in the Floor results with a score 9.900.

Wolfpack gymnastics topples Temple and Towson in first tri-meet of the year

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
January 22, 2021
Senior Adriana Reami celebrates her victory against Virginia on Sunday, March 1, 2020 at J.W. Isenhour Tennis Center. Reami and junior Jaeda Daniel lost their doubles match to Virginia 6-3.

Pack women’s tennis rolls through South Carolina in top-15 early-season matchup

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
January 20, 2021
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COMMENTARY: Three lessons I learned from college sports in 2020

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
January 15, 2021
Senior Adriana Reami celebrates her victory against Virginia on Sunday, March 1, 2020 at J.W. Isenhour Tennis Center. Reami and junior Jaeda Daniel lost their doubles match to Virginia 6-3.

Women’s tennis shakes off rust at Duke Winter Classic

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
January 11, 2021
N.C. State's Jericole Hellems (4) slams in two during the first half of N.C. State’s game against Boston College at PNC Arena in Raleigh, N.C., Wednesday, December 30, 2020.

Wolfpack men’s basketball on the hunt for Tigers, starts 2021 against Clemson

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
January 4, 2021
Redshirt junior guard Devon Daniels dunks against Pittsburgh on Wednesday, March 11, 2020 at Greensboro Coliseum. Daniels scored a game-high 23 points and grabbed six rebounds as the Wolfpack won their ACC Tournament opener 73-58.

Pack men’s basketball to finish calendar year with game against BC

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
December 29, 2020
Head coach Pat Popolizio shouts toward redshirt junior Tariq Wilson during Wilson’s match against Princeton on Saturday, Jan. 11, 2020 at Reynolds Coliseum. The Wolfpack won the dual 29-12 with help from Wilson winning his match by major decision 13-4.

Pack wrestling looks to run the table in 2020-21 slate

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
December 29, 2020
N.C. State's Devon Daniels (24) drives past Charleston Southern's Sean Price (23) during N.C. State’s game against Charleston Southern in the Wolfpack Invitational at Reynolds Coliseum in Raleigh, N.C., Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2020.

Wolfpack returns to home oasis for last nonconference matchup with Campbell

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
December 18, 2020
Redshirt junior forward D.J. Funderburk shoots a free throw against Pittsburgh on Wednesday, March 11, 2020 at Greensboro Coliseum. Funderburk recorded 10 points and two blocks as the Wolfpack won their ACC Tournament opener 73-58.

Shorthanded Wolfpack headed for newly scheduled game against Saint Louis

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
December 16, 2020
Redshirt freshman linebacker Payton Wilson celebrates after getting a tackle against ECU on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2019 in Carter-Finley Stadium. The Pack beat the Pirates 34-6.

Wolfpack red zone defense does just enough to earn passing grades

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
December 8, 2020
N.C. State quarterback Bailey Hockman (16) passes during the first half of N.C. State’s game against Georgia Tech at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh, N.C., Saturday, Dec. 5, 2020.

Pack football dodges Georgia Tech, wins school-record seventh ACC game

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
December 5, 2020
NC State running back Ricky Person, Jr. 8 runs the ball while chased by Virginia Tech defender Divine Deablo 17 and Keonta Jenkins 33 during the second quarter of the Virginia Tech - North Carolina State NCAA football game in Blacksburg Va. Saturday September 26 2020. (AP Photo / The Roanoke Times, Matt Gentry, Pool)

NC State football to end season with a bang at home versus Georgia Tech

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
December 2, 2020
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Wolfpack Wager: Indiana, Baylor games can make or break this week

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
December 2, 2020
NC State redshirt sophomore defensive end Ibrahim Kante forces a fumble during NC State's game against Georgia Tech at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Nov. 22, 2019. The Wolfpack lost, 28-26.

New-look Georgia Tech offense may fall flat in tough matchup with Wolfpack

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
December 1, 2020
Nov 28, 2020; Syracuse, New York, USA; North Carolina State Wolfpack running back Ricky Person Jr. (8) runs after making a catch as Syracuse Orange defensive back Ifeatu Melifonwu (2) pursues in the first quarter at the Carrier Dome. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-USA TODAY Sports

Wolfpack squeezes by Orange, fourth-down spike gives NC State 36-29 win

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
November 28, 2020
Graduate quarterback Ryan Finley prepared to throw the ball during the Gator Bowl against Texas A&M on Monday, Dec. 31, in the TIAA Bank Field in Jacksonville, Florida. The Wolfpack lost to the Aggies 52-13, ending their season with a 9-4 record.

NFL Pack Pros: Wilson has slow but efficient week, Finley sees action

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
November 24, 2020
N.C. State cornerback Isaac Duffy (33) intercepts a pass intended for Liberty’s Shedro Louis (1) during the second half of N.C. State’s 15-14 victory over Liberty at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh, N.C., Saturday, Nov. 21, 2020.

Wolfpack defense has best showing yet, stops Liberty’s undefeated run

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
November 23, 2020
N.C. State’s Anthony Smith (87) celebrates with Thayer Thomas (5) after Smith recovered a fumble during the second half of N.C. State’s 38-22 victory over Florida State at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh, N.C., Saturday, Nov. 14, 2020.

Wolfpack football bests depleted Florida State team behind Thayer Thomas’ career game

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
November 15, 2020
Head coach Wes Moore yells at the team after poor defensive play during the 76-68 win over UNC in Reynolds Coliseum on Sunday, Jan. 27, 2020.

Winter sports crush top signing-day classes for NC State Athletics

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
November 12, 2020
Freshman defender David Norris focuses on transitioning the ball back to offense. At the time this photo was taken, the NC State men's soccer team was winning 1-0 against LIU Brooklyn at Dail Soccer Stadium Friday until the game was suspended due to inclement weather.

Men’s soccer ends season with loss to No. 2 Wake Forest, David Norris honored as senior

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
November 7, 2020
N.C. State running back Ricky Person Jr. (8) scores on a three-yard touchdown run as Wake Forest linebacker Ryan Smenda Jr. (5) defends during the second half of N.C. State's 45-42 victory over Wake Forest at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh, N.C, Saturday, Sept. 19, 2020.

Miami defense opens up bounce-back opportunity in ground game

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
November 4, 2020
ERIN EDGERTON/THE DAILY PROGRESS DUPLICATE North Carolina State Wolfpack defensive tackle Alim McNeill (29) scores a touch down during a game against North Carolina State Wolfpack on Saturday at Scott Stadium in Charlottesville. N.C State defeated UVa 38-21.

Alim McNeill’s play represents quintessential defensive tackle

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
November 2, 2020
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Fifth straight women’s title, strong individual performances highlight ACC XC Championships

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
October 30, 2020
N.C. State quarterback Devin Leary (13) gives a thumbs-up as he is taken off the field after being injured during the second half of N.C. State’s 31-20 victory over Duke at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh, N.C., Saturday, Oct. 17, 2020.

Injuries threaten to make once-promising season bleak for NC State football

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
October 26, 2020
Sophomore opposite hitter, Jade Parchment digs the ball in Reynolds Coliseum on October 27. Parchment had 15 kills, one ace and nine digs in the Wolfpack’s 3-0 loss to Syracuse.

Volleyball takes two against Virginia on the road

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
October 24, 2020
Redshirt sophmore quarterback Bailey Hockman is tackled during a rush versus UNC on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2019 at Carter-Finley stadium. Hockman threw for 59 yards in six completions in the 41-10 loss.

Wolfpack football in jeopardy of consecutive losses to UNC

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
October 21, 2020
Head coach Dave Doeren takes the field with the team before the start of the game against the Syracuse Orange on Thursday, October 10, 2019. NC State won the game 16-10.

COMMENTARY: Is it time to resume the Finley dynasty?

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
October 19, 2020
N.C. State wide receiver Thayer Thomas (5) makes a touchdown reception while defended by Duke safety Jalen Alexander (30) defends during the second half of N.C. State’s 31-20 victory over Duke at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh, N.C., Saturday, Oct. 17, 2020.

Dominant second half highlights NC State’s 31-20 win over Duke

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
October 17, 2020
Sophmore placekicker Christopher Dunn attempts an extra point field goal on Saturday, Nov. 2, 2019 at BB&T field. Dunn had one 40 yard field goal. The Wolfpack lost 44-10.

‘Special Teams U’: Chris Dunn and Trent Gill among college football’s best

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
October 12, 2020
Freshman running back Ricky Person Jr. carries the rock to the 3-yard line to set up a touchdown. Person had 92 yards on 17 carries during the 28-23 win over Boston College on Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018 in Carter-Finley Stadium.

38 points, 24-0 run help mask pedestrian Wolfpack offense against Cavaliers

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
October 11, 2020
Redshirt freshman quarterback Devin Leary goes through his reads during NC State's game against Georgia Tech at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Nov. 21, 2019. The Wolfpack lost 28-26.

Leary and Co. have potential to put up huge point total against Cavalier defense

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
October 6, 2020
Junior shooter Caitlyn Ford looks through her sights in the Wolfpack's rifle meet against North Georgia on Jan 29. Ford tied with graduate student and teammate Lauren Phillips for the top individual score of the smallbore competition with a 578 clip in the 4657-4547 win at Reynolds Coliseum.

NC State rifle loses nail-biter at Navy

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
October 3, 2020
Sophomore running back Ricky Person Jr. rushes towards the end zone during the game versus Ball State on Saturday, Sep. 21, 2019 at Carter-Finley Stadium. Person Jr. had one touchdown and 53 rushing yards.

Leary and Wolfpack offense has the potential to surprise Pitt

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
September 30, 2020
Claire Spina, a senior from Virginia, has appeared regularly in rifle matches since she joined the team freshman year.

Rifle sets its sights on five opponents this season

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
September 28, 2020
Redshirt freshman quarterback Devin Leary goes through his reads during NC State's game against Georgia Tech at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Nov. 21, 2019. The Wolfpack lost 28-26.

Quarterback switch slightly salvages offensive performance against Hokies

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
September 27, 2020
Sophomore goalkeeper Leon Krapf winds up to kick during the exhibition game against Appalachian State on Aug. 13, 2017 at Dail Soccer Field. The game ended in a 0-0 tie.

Men’s soccer starts season with heartbreaking extra time loss to Duke

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
September 26, 2020
Freshman running back Zonovan Knight rushes during the game versus Ball State on Saturday, Sep. 21, 2019 at Carter-Finley Stadium. Knight had 36 rushing yards during the game, and the Wolfpack won 34-23.

Football might run into brick wall in trip to Blacksburg

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
September 23, 2020
Freshman defensive tackle Alim McNeill rushes toward redshirt sophomore linebacker Brock Miller after a big play. McNeill had the lone sack on the day for the Pack. 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.

Wolfpack defense earns poor grades despite late-game heroics

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
September 22, 2020
Redshirt freshman quarterback Devin Leary hands off the ball to Freshman running back Zonovan Knight versus UNC on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2019 at Carter-Finley Stadium. Leary threw for 98 yards with one touch down and Knight had 56 yards in the 41-10 win

Football against Wake Forest showcases two evenly matched teams

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
September 16, 2020
Freshman running back Zonovan Knight celebrates after scoring a touchdown at Carter-Finley Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2019. Knight rushed 119 yards and scored two touchdowns leading The Wolfpack in victory against WCU, 41-0.

Wolfpack offense looks to start season hot against Demon Deacon defense

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
September 14, 2020
Head coach Kevin Keatts questions a missed foul call during the 2020 New York Life ACC Tournament game versus the Pittsburgh Panthers on Wednesday, March 11, 2020 in the Greensboro Coliseum. The Wolfpack beat the Panthers 73-58.

COMMENTARY: All-inclusive NCAA Tournament just won’t work

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
September 13, 2020
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“They should’ve gone either all or nothing,” two students critique University Housing move-out

Kevin Sebastian, correspondent
September 10, 2020
Thurl Bailey, Sidney Lowe and Dereck Whittenburg share a moment of ecstasy after State's 54-52 NCAA Championship victory over Houston.

COMMENTARY: It’s time to leave 1983 behind

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
September 1, 2020
Senior defensive end Bradley Chubb points upward in celebration on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2017 at Carter-Finley Stadium. The Wolfpack lost to Clemson 38-31.

MVP year, broken records part of rationally irrational NFL Pack Pros hot takes

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
August 24, 2020
Carolina Hurricanes goalie James Reimer stops the puck during the game versus the Vancouver Canucks on Sunday, Feb. 2, 2020 in PNC Arena. The Hurricanes beat the Canucks in the shootout to win the game 4-3.

Canes fail to exorcise last year’s playoff demons, whirlwind season ends

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
August 23, 2020
Fans celebrate after a second goal at the NC state men’s soccer game against Notre Dame on Friday, Oct. 4, 2019 at Dail Soccer Stadium. NC State beat Notre Dame 2-0.

COMMENTARY: Bubble environment is the only way to have college sports this year

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
August 23, 2020
The NC State Wolfpack run out onto the field at Carter-Finley Stadium before the game against Louisville. After putting up 520 total yards of offense, the Wolfpack won 39-25 against the Cardinals on Thursday, Oct 5.

COMMENTARY: How schools handle COVID crisis may redefine how we see student-athletes

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
August 19, 2020
Sophomore forward T.J. Warren walks onto the court during player introductions before N.C. State’s game against Pittsburgh in PNC Arena Jan. 4. Warren was voted the 2013-2014 ACC Player of the Year by ACC coaches and media after averaging 24.8 points and 7.2 rebounds per game for the Wolfpack.

COMMENTARY: TJ Warren fast becoming men’s basketball’s best recruiting tool

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
August 10, 2020
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Movie Night: Top five racing movies

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
July 22, 2020
Junior defensive end Bradley Chubb and Assistant Head Coach for Defense George Barlow celebrate after forcing a turnover on downs. Chubb was felt all over the field with a tackle for a loss, a breakup, and a forced fumble during the 21-14 homecoming loss to Boston College on Oct. 29, 2016 in Carter Finley Stadium.

All-Time NC State Wolfpack NFL Draft: How former players would fit into today’s game

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
June 24, 2020
Former NC State forward T.J. Warren drives from the outside to the basket against Campbell on Nov. 16, 2013. Warren had 23 points and three rebounds in the Wolfpack’s 81-66 win over the Camels at PNC Arena.

All-Time NC State Wolfpack NBA Draft: Examining the professional basketball careers of former members of the Pack

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
June 24, 2020
Alana Smith, a sophomore studying political science, returns the ball in her singles match on March, 1 2020 against Virginia at J.W. Isenhour Tennis Center. Smith holds a 32-13 record in singles overall.

Top 5 moments from this year’s women’s tennis team

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
June 3, 2020
Hurricanes goal tender Anton Forsberg has a shot rebound off him versus the Avalanche on Friday, Feb. 28, 2020 at PNC Arena. Forsberg blocked 29 of the 32 shots he faced in the loss to the Colorado Avalanche.

COMMENTARY: The potential return of sports signals a return to normalcy

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
May 27, 2020
Junior infielder J.T. Jarrett swings against James Madison on Friday, Feb. 14, 2020 at Doak Field. Jarrett went 0-3 with two strikeouts and one walk as the Wolfpack won the season-opener 4-0.

Pandemic stalls baseball’s momentum, leaves everyone to wonder what could’ve been

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
April 20, 2020
Senior guard Markell Johnson hits a buzzer-beater to end the first half against Duke on Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2020 at PNC Arena. Johnson scored a game-high 28 points and recorded nine rebounds and four assists as the Wolfpack upset No. 6 Duke 88-66.

April Fools Day: Why Markell Johnson should shoot free throws from half court

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
April 1, 2020
Head coach Kevin Keatts yells at his team during the game versus UNC on Monday, Jan. 27, 2020 in PNC Arena. NC State lost to UNC 75-65.

COMMENTARY: Men’s basketball would benefit from not going to the transfer pool this year

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
March 30, 2020
First year infielder Jose Torres rounds second base at the baseball game against James Madison at Doak Field on Saturday, Feb. 15. The Wolfpack played James Madison 3 times over the weekend.

NC State baseball gets revenge, evens series with Virginia 6-2

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
March 7, 2020
Senior Drew Grantham smiles during her floor performance on Saturday Feb. 15 at Reynolds Coliseum. Grantham tied for third on Floor with a score of 9.900.

Gymnastics’ excellent bars routine not enough to vault team to first place in quad-meet

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
February 29, 2020
Junior center Patrick Bailey walks to home base after another player hit a home run against Tennessee Tech at Doak Field on Sunday, Feb. 23, 2020. Bailey had 2 runs during the game.

Baseball beats Iowa 10-6 behind Patrick Bailey’s two homers

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
February 28, 2020
Redshirt junior guard Devon Daniels celebrates during the game against Louisville on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2020 at PNC Arena. Daniels recorded 12 points and five rebounds as the Wolfpack lost 77-57.

COMMENTARY: Men’s basketball may need to look ahead to ACC Tournament to get into the big dance

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
February 24, 2020
Tyler Lefebvre, a third-year studying mechanical engineering, prepares to take a shot at his target during the rifle match against No. 20 North Georgia University on Sunday, Nov. 19, 2017 at Reynolds Coliseum. The Wolfpack defeated North Georgia with an aggregate score of 4650 to 4575.

Rifle heads to GARC championships in Memphis next week

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
February 22, 2020
The band plays as the crowd takes their seats prior to kickoff. NC state struggled in the run but excelled through the air with 309 passing yards. NC State came away with a 24-13 win over James Madison on Saturday, Sept. 1 in Cater-Finley Stadium.

COMMENTARY: Bring the Winter Classic to Raleigh

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
February 20, 2020
Junior Anna Rogers celebrates winning a point against Duke on Friday, May 10, 2019 at Ambler Tennis Stadium in Durham. Rogers’ match against Duke freshman Maria Mateas was halted at 7-6 (2), 0-1 during the Wolfpack’s 4-0 loss.

Women’s tennis prepares for weekend ACC road trip to South Bend and Louisville

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
February 18, 2020
Claire Spina, a senior from Virginia, has appeared regularly in rifle matches since she joined the team freshman year.

Wolfpack rifle improves standing despite loss to Cornhuskers

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
February 2, 2020
Junior Anna Rogers returns a volley against Duke on Friday, May 10, 2019 at Ambler Tennis Stadium in Durham. Rogers’ match against Duke freshman Maria Mateas was halted at 7-6 (2), 0-1 during the Wolfpack’s 4-0 loss.

Wolfpack women’s tennis cooks Rice, advances to face Florida

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
January 25, 2020
Senior guard Markell Johnson drives against Miami guard Dejan Vasiljevic on Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2020 at PNC Arena. Johnson scored 10 points as the Wolfpack won 80-63.

COMMENTARY: Markell Johnson is an NBA-level point guard

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
January 21, 2020
Junior Alexis Galarneau returns a ball during a singles match against South Carolina at the J.W. Isenhour Tennis Center on Saturday, Feb. 9, 2019. The Wolfpack lost 6-1 to the Gamecocks and won 7-0 against the North Carolina A&T Aggies later that day.

Galarneau, Rocens showcase best of men’s tennis in Tallahassee

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
December 9, 2019
The NC State Special Olympic Unified team poses with the trophy after beating UNC-Chapel Hill 30-22 at Close-King Indoor Practice Facility on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2019. 

Special Olympics football creates lasting bonds between players, students on campus

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
November 23, 2019
Sophomore outfielder Sam Russ rounds first base against Virginia Tech on Saturday, March 16, 2019 at Dail Softball Stadium. Russ went 1-2 with one double and one walk in the Wolfpack’s 2-1 loss to the Hokies.

NC State softball wins out against Wingate

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
October 21, 2019
Junior outfielder Angie Rizzi catches the ball during the game against Syracuse on Sunday, April 7, 2019 at Dail Softball Stadium. The Wolfpack lost 5-3 as Rizzi went 2-3 with one strikeout.

Softball set to take on in-state rival East Carolina

Kevin Sebastian, Correspondent
October 17, 2019
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