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The Mountaineers, led by standout Chloe Hook and veteran Sophia Baxter, prepare for a demanding stretch that includes a top‑ranked Wake Forest showdown and a historic series test.
After a narrow 21‑18 victory over Towson, the University of Maine football team faces a daunting road test against Appalachian State, a 19.5‑point underdog, with quarterback Eddie Buehler and a potent pass rush looking to exploit weaknesses in the Mountaineers' offensive line.
App State’s 52‑point victory over Maine marks a historic home win, a new attendance high and the start of an 11‑game streak against FCS opponents.
A clutch overtime performance by Appalachian State Field Hockey secured a 2‑1 win over Georgetown, extending the Mountaineers’ unbeaten start and showcasing standout contributions from Chloe Hook, Baylie Phillips and goalkeeper Dakota Anderson
A dramatic late penalty secured a 2-1 win for App State Soccer over William & Mary, marking Coach Aimee Haywood's 100th victory and extending the team's unbeaten streak to five games.
A freshman’s first collegiate goal and a clutch strike in regulation forced overtime, where Appalachian State secured a 2-1 victory over Georgetown.
The Mountaineers edged Towson 1‑0 in overtime, with Dakota Anderson posting a career‑high shutout and Sarah Callery delivering the game‑winning goal.
The Catamounts host the Pirates on Sunday at 1 p.m. in Cullowhee, N.C., with free entry, ESPN+ streaming and a storied series on the line.
The Mountaineers host the Tribe in Boone on Sunday, marking a senior day ceremony for eight players and a pivotal matchup streamed live.
A late fumble recovery caps a back-and-forth battle as the Black Bears improve to 1-0 ahead of their first FBS test.
App State Athletics announces a series of 'Football Fridays' events that blend community outreach with game‑day excitement, inviting fans to enjoy meals with notable alumni and coaching personnel ahead of key matchups.
The Mountaineers announced a 15‑game home slate that includes exhibition contests and key non‑conference matchups, with season‑ticket pricing and renewal details now available.
The Appalachian State Mountaineers opened their 2026 field hockey campaign in Boone, N.C., defeating Towson and Georgetown while introducing key newcomers and looking to extend their historic rise in the national rankings.
The Wolfpack aim for a ten‑win campaign, leveraging home‑field advantages and the experience of quarterback C.J. Bailey as they navigate a demanding slate that includes Virginia, Vanderbilt, Duke and Florida State.
The Mountaineers travel to Greenville on Thursday night to face the Pirates, a game streamed on ESPN+ that will highlight key players and a senior tribute.
Lucy Harrington’s two assists and first career goal in a 2-0 win over Gardner‑Webb helped the Mountaineers secure back‑to‑back shutouts and capture the conference’s weekly defensive award.
App State Soccer drew 0‑0 with Western Carolina after a dominant display, missing a penalty and several clear chances. The team now turns its focus to an August 23 showdown with undefeated Gardner‑Webb, streamed on ESPN+.
The Catamounts travel to Boone for their first road match of the 2026 season, facing Appalachian State in a series that favors Western Carolina historically. Both teams enter with 1-1 records after early home defeats.
A look at the recent form, key players and historical context as Appalachian State hosts Western Carolina for a much‑anticipated soccer matchup.
Luke Wilson, a 6‑foot‑9, 255‑pound big man, brings Sun Belt Defensive Player of the Year accolades and a proven track record of altering opponents' shots at the rim to Syracuse, where coaches see him as a cornerstone of a defense‑first rotation despite concerns about athleticism and spacing.
The University of North Carolina Wilmington women's soccer team began its 2026 campaign with a convincing 3-0 win against Appalachian State, marking the program's first triumph over the Mountaineers.
Western Carolina’s women’s soccer team opens the 2026 season with a fourth‑place preseason poll finish and Mary Mueth’s continued defensive excellence.
Appalachian State will host Virginia Tech in a three‑year series beginning in 2027‑28, marking the first home game against a power conference opponent since 2017 and featuring former Watauga High School star Kate Sears.
The Hoyas will begin the 2026 campaign on the road, traveling across several states before returning to Kehoe Field for a series of key home matchups, highlighted by a senior-led attack from Christy Banks.