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The NC State football team runs onto the field during the game against East Carolina at Carter-Finley Stadium on Thursday, Aug. 28, 2025. NC State beat ECU 24-17.

Football vs ECU

Jermaine Hudson, Laila Bush, Dylan Ribbot, and Jayden Jefferson
Aug 29, 2025
Senior safety DK Kaufman walks in the middle of the field during NC State football's Pro Day in the Close-King Indoor Practice Facility on Tuesday, March 25, 2025. NC State players performed a variety of tasks in front of NFL scouts before the upcoming draft.

[Photo] Wolfpack NFL draft room

Apr 23, 2025
Head coach Dave Doeren chats during NC State football's Pro Day in the Close-King Indoor Practice Facility on Tuesday, March 25, 2025. NC State players performed a variety of tasks in front of NFL scouts before the upcoming draft.

[Photo] NC State football rounding out its defense with trio of transfers

Apr 17, 2025
The softball travels through the air thrown by senior outfielder Taylor Ensley during the first game of the doubleheader against Longwood at Dail Softball Stadium on Tuesday, April 15, 2025. NC State lost the game 1-0.

[Photo] Softball Doubleheader vs. Longwood

Apr 16, 2025
Freshman infielder Kendall Simmers celebrates with her team after hitting a home run during the second game of the doubleheader against Longwood at Dail Softball Stadium on Tuesday, April 15, 2025. NC State won the game 7-0. Simmers tallied three runs batted in.

Junior catcher Hannah Church claps after hitting a single during the first game of the doubleheader against Longwood at Dail Softball Stadium on Tuesday, April 15, 2025. NC State lost the game 1-0.

Freshman infielder Kendall Simmers and junior infielder Teagan Thrunk talk at second base during the second game of the doubleheader against Longwood at Dail Softball Stadium on Tuesday, April 15, 2025. NC State won the game 7-0.

Senior outfielder Taylor Ensley and sophomore outfielder Tori Ensley point at one another during the first game of the doubleheader against Longwood at Dail Softball Stadium on Tuesday, April 15, 2025. NC State lost the game 1-0.

[Photo] Wolfpack softball survives Tar Heel rally in 5-4 win in Chapel Hill

Apr 19, 2025
Junior catcher Hannah Church dances after hitting a double during the second game of the doubleheader against Longwood at Dail Softball Stadium on Tuesday, April 15, 2025. NC State won the game 7-0. Church recorded three hits.

Senior outfielder Taylor Ensley catches a fly ball in the outfield during the first game of the doubleheader against Longwood at Dail Softball Stadium on Tuesday, April 15, 2025. NC State lost the game 1-0.

NC State outfielders talk in center field during the first game of the doubleheader against Longwood at Dail Softball Stadium on Tuesday, April 15, 2025. NC State lost the game 1-0.

Freshman infielder Anna McGowan catches the ball during the second game of the doubleheader against Longwood at Dail Softball Stadium on Tuesday, April 15, 2025. NC State won the game 7-0.

Junior outfielder Ellie Goins begins to run during the second game of the doubleheader against Longwood at Dail Softball Stadium on Tuesday, April 15, 2025. NC State won the game 7-0.

Junior outfielder MaKayla Marbury is ruled safe at second base during the first game of the doubleheader against Longwood at Dail Softball Stadium on Tuesday, April 15, 2025. NC State lost the game 1-0.

Sophomore pitcher Carly Maxton pitches during the second game of the doubleheader against Longwood at Dail Softball Stadium on Tuesday, April 15, 2025. NC State won the game 7-0.

Junior outfielder MaKayla Marbury is ruled safe at second base during the first game of the doubleheader against Longwood at Dail Softball Stadium on Tuesday, April 15, 2025. NC State lost the game 1-0.

NC State outfielders talk in center field during the first game of the doubleheader against Longwood at Dail Softball Stadium on Tuesday, April 15, 2025. NC State lost the game 1-0.

Junior catcher Hannah Church claps after hitting a single during the first game of the doubleheader against Longwood at Dail Softball Stadium on Tuesday, April 15, 2025. NC State lost the game 1-0.

Senior outfielder Taylor Ensley catches a fly ball in the outfield during the first game of the doubleheader against Longwood at Dail Softball Stadium on Tuesday, April 15, 2025. NC State lost the game 1-0.

Freshman infielder Kendall Simmers and junior infielder Teagan Thrunk talk at second base during the second game of the doubleheader against Longwood at Dail Softball Stadium on Tuesday, April 15, 2025. NC State won the game 7-0.

Freshman infielder Anna McGowan catches the ball during the second game of the doubleheader against Longwood at Dail Softball Stadium on Tuesday, April 15, 2025. NC State won the game 7-0.

Junior catcher Hannah Church dances after hitting a double during the second game of the doubleheader against Longwood at Dail Softball Stadium on Tuesday, April 15, 2025. NC State won the game 7-0. Church recorded three hits.

Sophomore pitcher Carly Maxton pitches during the second game of the doubleheader against Longwood at Dail Softball Stadium on Tuesday, April 15, 2025. NC State won the game 7-0.

Freshman infielder Kendall Simmers celebrates with her team after hitting a home run during the second game of the doubleheader against Longwood at Dail Softball Stadium on Tuesday, April 15, 2025. NC State won the game 7-0. Simmers tallied three runs batted in.

Junior outfielder Ellie Goins begins to run during the second game of the doubleheader against Longwood at Dail Softball Stadium on Tuesday, April 15, 2025. NC State won the game 7-0.

Completion of the Step Pool at Wolf Village Apartments on Thursday, April 10, 2025. This newly constructed feature aims to facilitate safe water cascading and promote natural integration into the surrounding landscape.

Junior outfielder Josh Hogue flexes after hitting a grand slam during the game against Campbell on Doak Field at Dail Park on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. The Wolfpack defeated the Fighting Camels 11-1. Hogue recorded one hit, a grand slam, which drove in four RBIs, along with one walk and no strikeouts.

[Photo] Josh Hogue’s walk-off home run caps improbable comeback to take series over Virginia

Apr 7, 2025
Graduate cornerback Aydan White looks to make a tackle during the football game against Duke at Carter-Finley Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024. The Wolfpack lost to the Devils 29-19.

[Photo] Aydan White NFL draft profile

Apr 5, 2025
Quinn Kinser, as Jane, holds Jayla Freeman, as Cathy, during the dress rehearsal performance of "You on the Moors" at Frank Thompson Hall on Wednesday, April 2, 2025. "You on the Moors Now" reimagines classic literary heroines as they explore themes of love, betrayal and independence.

Pieces of paper fall out of the air during the dress rehearsal performance of "You on the Moors" at Frank Thompson Hall on Wednesday, April 2, 2025. "You on the Moors Now" reimagines classic literary heroines as they explore themes of love, betrayal and independence.

Aadee Chheda, as Laurie, holds on to the leg of Zoe Wright, as Jo, during the dress rehearsal performance of "You on the Moors" at Frank Thompson Hall on Wednesday, April 2, 2025. "You on the Moors Now" reimagines classic literary heroines as they explore themes of love, betrayal and independence.

Quinn Kinser, as Jane, dances during the dress rehearsal performance of "You on the Moors" at Frank Thompson Hall on Wednesday, April 2, 2025. "You on the Moors Now" reimagines classic literary heroines as they explore themes of love, betrayal and independence.

The cast looks into the abyss during the dress rehearsal performance of "You on the Moors" at Frank Thompson Hall on Wednesday, April 2, 2025. "You on the Moors Now" reimagines classic literary heroines as they explore themes of love, betrayal and independence.

Performing Arts Professional Danica Jackson talks to the crowd before the dress rehearsal performance of "You on the Moors" at Frank Thompson Hall on Wednesday, April 2, 2025. "You on the Moors Now" reimagines classic literary heroines as they explore themes of love, betrayal and independence.

Beckett Patterson, as Heathcliff, yells at Cathy during the dress rehearsal performance of "You on the Moors" at Frank Thompson Hall on Wednesday, April 2, 2025. "You on the Moors Now" reimagines classic literary heroines as they explore themes of love, betrayal and independence.

Dasha Royal, as Caroline, cries on the floor during the dress rehearsal performance of "You on the Moors" at Frank Thompson Hall on Wednesday, April 2, 2025. "You on the Moors Now" reimagines classic literary heroines as they explore themes of love, betrayal and independence.

Dasha Royal, as Caroline, weeps during the dress rehearsal performance of "You on the Moors" at Frank Thompson Hall on Wednesday, April 2, 2025. "You on the Moors Now" reimagines classic literary heroines as they explore themes of love, betrayal and independence.

The cast dances during the dress rehearsal performance of "You on the Moors" at Frank Thompson Hall on Wednesday, April 2, 2025. "You on the Moors Now" reimagines classic literary heroines as they explore themes of love, betrayal and independence.

Jayla Freeman, as Cathy, fights with Dae Perry Reed, as Darcy, during the dress rehearsal performance of "You on the Moors" at Frank Thompson Hall on Wednesday, April 2, 2025. "You on the Moors Now" reimagines classic literary heroines as they explore themes of love, betrayal and independence.

Performers prepare to fight during the dress rehearsal performance of "You on the Moors" at Frank Thompson Hall on Wednesday, April 2, 2025. "You on the Moors Now" reimagines classic literary heroines as they explore themes of love, betrayal and independence.

Beckett Patterson, as Heathcliff, mocks Laurie during the dress rehearsal performance of "You on the Moors" at Frank Thompson Hall on Wednesday, April 2, 2025. "You on the Moors Now" reimagines classic literary heroines as they explore themes of love, betrayal and independence.

Jayla Freeman, as Cathy, dances during the dress rehearsal performance of "You on the Moors" at Frank Thompson Hall on Wednesday, April 2, 2025. "You on the Moors Now" reimagines classic literary heroines as they explore themes of love, betrayal and independence.

Performers crouch down in fear during the dress rehearsal performance of "You on the Moors" at Frank Thompson Hall on Wednesday, April 2, 2025. "You on the Moors Now" reimagines classic literary heroines as they explore themes of love, betrayal and independence.

Sophomore pitcher Jaxson Lucas pitches during the game against UNC-Greensboro on Doak Field at Dail Park on Tuesday, April 1, 2025. Lucas struck out three batters. The Wolfpack defeated the Spartans 9-6. 

Junior outfielder Brayden Fraasman dives into home plate during the game against UNC-Greensboro on Doak Field at Dail Park on Tuesday, April 1, 2025. Fraasman hit a three-run homer. The Wolfpack defeated the Spartans 9-6. 

[Photo] NC State baseball suffers late-game debacle, falls to Virginia 8-6

Apr 5, 2025
Freshman outfielder Ty Head attempts to steal third base during the game against UNC-Greensboro on Doak Field at Dail Park on Tuesday, April 1, 2025. The Wolfpack defeated the Spartans 9-6.

Junior outfielder Josh Hogue rounds third base during the game against UNC-Greensboro on Doak Field at Dail Park on Tuesday, April 1, 2025. Hogue recorded four hits and drove in two runs. The Wolfpack defeated the Spartans 9-6. 

Freshman outfielder Ty Head and sophomore infielder Ryan Jaros celebrate with junior outfielder Brayden Fraasman after his home run during the game against UNC-Greensboro on Doak Field at Dail Park on Tuesday, April 1, 2025. The Wolfpack defeated the Spartans 9-6.

[Photo] Baseball vs. UNC-Greensboro

Apr 2, 2025
Sophomore infielder Luke Nixon attempts to tag the runner out during the game against UNC-Greensboro on Doak Field at Dail Park on Tuesday, April 1, 2025. The Wolfpack defeated the Spartans 9-6.

Freshman outfielder Ty Head dives to secure second base during the game against UNC-Greensboro on Doak Field at Dail Park on Tuesday, April 1, 2025. The Wolfpack defeated the Spartans 9-6.

Junior pitcher Andrew Shaffner throws a pitch during the game against UNC-Greensboro on Doak Field at Dail Park on Tuesday, April 1, 2025. Shaffner finished with seven strikeouts and allowed one run. The Wolfpack defeated the Spartans 9-6. 

Junior pitcher Andrew Shaffner smiles after striking out a batter during the game against UNC-Greensboro on Doak Field at Dail Park on Tuesday, April 1, 2025. The Wolfpack defeated the Spartans 9-6.

Sophomore pitcher Cooper Consiglio claps by the dugout during the game against UNC-Greensboro on Doak Field at Dail Park on Tuesday, April 1, 2025. The Wolfpack defeated the Spartans 9-6.

Junior outfielder Brayden Fraasman smiles while watching the Jumbotron before the game against UNC-Greensboro on Doak Field at Dail Park on Tuesday, April 1, 2025. Fraasman hit a three-run homer. The Wolfpack defeated the Spartans 9-6. 

Junior pitcher Andrew Shaffner sticks his tongue out after striking out a batter during the game against UNC-Greensboro on Doak Field at Dail Park on Tuesday, April 1, 2025. The Wolfpack defeated the Spartans 9-6.

[Photo] NC State baseball completes sweep over UNCG with 9-6 win

Apr 2, 2025
NC State football Pro Day participants sit and wait during NC State football's Pro Day in the Close-King Indoor Practice Facility on Tuesday, March 25, 2025. NC State players performed a variety of tasks in front of NFL scouts before the upcoming draft.

Graduate offensive tackle Anthony Belton rests after completing the bench press drill during NC State football's Pro Day in the Close-King Indoor Practice Facility on Tuesday, March 25, 2025. NC State players performed a variety of tasks in front of NFL scouts before the upcoming draft.

Graduate running back Jordan Waters runs a 40 yard dash during NC State football's Pro Day in the Close-King Indoor Practice Facility on Tuesday, March 25, 2025. NC State players performed a variety of tasks in front of NFL scouts before the upcoming draft.

Graduate offensive tackle Anthony Belton performs an offensive drill during NC State football's Pro Day in the Close-King Indoor Practice Facility on Tuesday, March 25, 2025. NC State players performed a variety of tasks in front of NFL scouts before the upcoming draft.

[Photo] Anthony Belton NFL draft profile

Mar 27, 2025
Head coach Dave Doeren chats during NC State football's Pro Day in the Close-King Indoor Practice Facility on Tuesday, March 25, 2025. NC State players performed a variety of tasks in front of NFL scouts before the upcoming draft.

NFL Scouts watch senior defensive end Davin Vann complete a cone drill during NC State football's Pro Day in the Close-King Indoor Practice Facility on Tuesday, March 25, 2025. NC State players performed a variety of tasks in front of NFL scouts before the upcoming draft.

NFL scouts watches senior cornerback Corey Cooley bench during NC State football's Pro Day in the Close-King Indoor Practice Facility on Tuesday, March 25, 2025. NC State players performed a variety of tasks in front of NFL scouts before the upcoming draft.

Graduate linebacker Devon Betty runs the 40 yard dash during NC State football's Pro Day in the Close-King Indoor Practice Facility on Tuesday, March 25, 2025. NC State players performed a variety of tasks in front of NFL scouts before the upcoming draft.

Senior defensive end Davin Vann performs a cone drill during NC State football's Pro Day in the Close-King Indoor Practice Facility on Tuesday, March 25, 2025. NC State players performed a variety of tasks in front of NFL scouts before the upcoming draft.

Graduate linebacker Devon Betty claps for his teammate graduate offensive tackle Anthony Belton during NC State football's Pro Day in the Close-King Indoor Practice Facility on Tuesday, March 25, 2025. NC State players performed a variety of tasks in front of NFL scouts before the upcoming draft.

Redshirt senior Demarcus Jones ll exercises during NC State football's Pro Day in the Close-King Indoor Practice Facility on Tuesday, March 25, 2025. NC State players performed a variety of tasks in front of NFL scouts before the upcoming draft.

Senior safety DK Kaufman walks in the middle of the field during NC State football's Pro Day in the Close-King Indoor Practice Facility on Tuesday, March 25, 2025. NC State players performed a variety of tasks in front of NFL scouts before the upcoming draft.

Senior safety DK Kaufman claps for his teammate graduate offensive tackle Anthony Belton during NC State football's Pro Day in the Close-King Indoor Practice Facility on Tuesday, March 25, 2025. NC State players performed a variety of tasks in front of NFL scouts before the upcoming draft.

A Chicago Bears scout chats on the phone during NC State football's Pro Day in the Close-King Indoor Practice Facility on Tuesday, March 25, 2025. NC State players performed a variety of tasks in front of NFL scouts before the upcoming draft.

Graduate offensive tackle Anthony Belton benches during NC State football's Pro Day in the Close-King Indoor Practice Facility on Tuesday, March 25, 2025. NC State players performed a variety of tasks in front of NFL scouts before the upcoming draft.

Will Wade smiles and claps during the press conference inside the Reynolds Coliseum on Tuesday, March 25, 2025. NC State introduced Will Wade as its 21st head coach in program history.

Will Wade, the new head coach of NC State men's basketball, gazes into the crowd before starting his press conference in Reynolds Coliseum on Tuesday, March 25, 2025. NC State introduced Will Wade as its 21st head coach in program history.

[Photo] What a general manager means for NC State men’s basketball

Mar 31, 2025
Women’s head basketball coach Wes Moore attends the press conference where NC State introduced Will Wade as the 21st men's basketball head coach in Reynolds Coliseum on Tuesday, March 25, 2025.

Mr. Wuf stands in the crowd as Will Wade, the new men's basketball coach, addresses the audience at his press conference inside Reynolds Coliseum on Tuesday, March 25, 2025. NC State introduced Will Wade as its 21st head coach in program history.

Chancellor-elect Kevin Howell shakes hands before the press conference introducing Will Wade as NC State men's basketball's 21st head coach in the program's history inside Reynolds Coliseum on Tuesday, March 25, 2025.

Will Wade smiles and claps during the press conference inside Reynolds Coliseum on Tuesday, March 25th, 2025. NC State introduced Will Wade as its 21st head coach in program history.

[Photo] Wade at State: NC State men’s basketball is set for new heights

Mar 25, 2025
Head coach Kevin Keatts yells towards the bench during the game against Pitt in the Lenovo Center on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. The Wolfpack beat the Panthers 71-63.

[Photo] NC State men’s basketball collapses against Miami, blows double-digit lead in final game of season

Mar 8, 2025
Freshman outfielder Ty Head rounds third base during the game against Campbell on Doak Field at Dail Park on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. The Wolfpack defeated the Fighting Camels 11-1.

NC State dugout erupts in celebration as the ball sails out of the park during the game against Campbell on Doak Field at Dail Park on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. The Wolfpack defeated the Fighting Camels 11-1.

Junior outfielder Josh Hogue is thrown out attempting to steal a base during the game against Campbell on Doak Field at Dail Park on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. The Wolfpack defeated the Fighting Camels 11-1.

Sophomore infielder Luke Nixon attempts to tag a runner out during the game against Campbell on Doak Field at Dail Park on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. The Wolfpack defeated the Fighting Camels 11-1.

Sophomore pitcher Jacob Dudan begins to pitch during the game against Campbell on Doak Field at Dail Park on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. The Wolfpack defeated the Fighting Camels 11-1. Dudan struck out six batters and earned a win as the pitcher.

Junior outfielder Josh Hogue celebrates in the dugout after hitting a grand slam during the game against Campbell on Doak Field at Dail Park on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. The Wolfpack defeated the Fighting Camels 11-1. Hogue recorded one hit, a grand slam, which drove in four RBIs, along with one walk and no strikeouts.

Sophomore pitcher Camden Wimbish delivers a pitch during the game against Campbell on Doak Field at Dail Park on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. The Wolfpack defeated the Fighting Camels 11-1. Wimbish struck out four batters.

Sophomore infielder Ryan Jaros, junior infielder Matt Heavner, and freshman outfielder Ty Head embrace after the homerun during the game against Campbell on Doak Field at Dail Park on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. The Wolfpack defeated the Fighting Camels 11-1. Heavner recorded two hits including a home run for three RBIs.

Junior infielder Matt Heavner runs towards the dugout after scoring the homerun during the game against Campbell on Doak Field at Dail Park on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. The Wolfpack defeated the Fighting Camels 11-1. Heavner recorded two hits including a home run for three RBIs.

Junior outfielder Josh Hogue flexes after hitting a grand slam during the game against Campbell on Doak Field at Dail Park on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. The Wolfpack defeated the Fighting Camels 11-1. Hogue recorded one hit, a grand slam, which drove in four RBIs, along with one walk and no strikeouts.

Sophomore pitcher Jacob Dudan looks to the dugout after striking out a batter during the game against Campbell on Doak Field at Dail Park on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. The Wolfpack defeated the Fighting Camels 11-1. Dudan struck out six batters and earned a win as the pitcher.

Freshman outfielder Ty Head crosses home plate as the dugout celebrates during the game against Campbell on Doak Field at Dail Park on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. The Wolfpack defeated the Fighting Camels 11-1.

Sophomore infielder Luke Nixon reacts to the runner being ruled safe during the game against Campbell on Doak Field at Dail Park on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. The Wolfpack defeated the Fighting Camels 11-1.

Senior guard Jayden Taylor and Pitt senior forward Zack Austin help one another up during the game against Pitt in the Lenovo Center on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. The Wolfpack beat the Panthers 71-63.

Senior forward Dontrez Styles defends the basket during the game against Pitt in the Lenovo Center on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. The Wolfpack beat the Panthers 71-63. Styles finished with a double-double of 13 points and 13 rebounds.

Freshman guard Trey Parker looks at the rim during the game against Pitt in the Lenovo Center on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. The Wolfpack beat the Panthers 71-63.

Freshman guard Trey Parker and NC State bench celebrates the 3-pointer during the game against Pitt in the Lenovo Center on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. The Wolfpack beat the Panthers 71-63.

Head coach Kevin Keatts yells towards the bench during the game against Pitt in the Lenovo Center on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. The Wolfpack beat the Panthers 71-63.

Senior forward Dontrez Styles defends the basket during the game against Pitt in the Lenovo Center on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. The Wolfpack beat the Panthers 71-63. Styles finished with a double-double of 13 points and 13 rebounds.

Senior guard Jayden Taylor and Pitt senior forward Zack Austin help one another up during the game against Pitt in the Lenovo Center on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. The Wolfpack beat the Panthers 71-63.

Freshman guard Trey Parker and NC State bench celebrates the 3-pointer during the game against Pitt in the Lenovo Center on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. The Wolfpack beat the Panthers 71-63.

Freshman guard Trey Parker looks at the rim during the game against Pitt in the Lenovo Center on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. The Wolfpack beat the Panthers 71-63.

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