The North Carolina State Wolfpack baseball program has secured a pair of promising athletes for the 2027 campaign, announcing the signings of right‑hander Connor Chicoli and utility player Maddox Monsour. The moves come as the team looks to rebuild after a competitive season and aim for a deeper run in the ACC tournament.
Chicoli, a Raleigh native, brings a blend of collegiate experience and high‑school excellence. After stints at South Carolina and Georgia Tech, the pitcher posted a 3.20 earned‑run average with 34 strikeouts against 12 walks over 39.1 innings last season. His high school career at Garner (N.C.) High earned him all‑conference honors in 2022 and a No 4 ranking among right‑handed pitchers in the 2024 recruiting cycle.
Monsour, hailing from Carrollton, Georgia, adds a different kind of spark. During his time at Texas, he compiled a .185 batting average (10‑for‑54) while scoring 12 runs, hitting a triple, a home run and driving in 10 runs. The speedy outfielder was recognized as the No 228 overall prospect in the 2025 recruiting class by Perfect Game and set both single‑season and career stolen‑base records at Carrollton (Ga.) High.
Coaches say the two newcomers address complementary needs. Chicoli’s proven ability to command the mound should bolster a rotation that has struggled with consistency, while Monsour’s base‑running instincts are expected to create extra opportunities for the lineup’s power hitters. Their skill sets fill gaps identified last year, according to a senior assistant coach familiar with the roster.
A Strategic Boost for the Wolfpack
The additions also highlight NC State’s expanding recruiting footprint. Both players have ties to institutions across the Southeast, having navigated programs at South Carolina, Georgia Tech and Texas before committing to the Wolfpack. Their commitments underscore the program’s growing appeal among top‑tier prospects.
With the 2027 season on the horizon, the Wolfpack’s coaching staff is already integrating the new talent into practice routines and strategic plans. If the early indications hold, the team could see a noticeable uplift in both pitching depth and offensive speed, positioning NC State as a stronger contender in the Atlantic Coast Conference.