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Tennessee announced the hiring of Chris Parker, a former collegiate standout and overseas professional, to lead player development, filling the vacancy left by Riley Collins who moved to NC State.
Kevin Thomas, a highly ranked prospect who flipped from LSU to the University of North Carolina, brings a decorated high school career and international experience to the Tar Heels.
Veteran guard Matt Able has withdrawn from the 2026 NBA Draft to play for the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill under head coach Michael Malone, bringing a 35.5% three‑point clip and 8.8 points per game to a revamped Tar Heels lineup.
The Baltimore native decided to return to college basketball rather than enter the professional ranks, citing a desire to develop further at the University of North Carolina.
After withdrawing from the NBA Draft, Matt Able will join the University of North Carolina Tar Heels, bringing a 6‑foot‑6 skill set that could reshape the team’s frontcourt rotation.
After a standout showing at the NBA Draft Combine, Matt Able has withdrawn from the draft and committed to UNC, where he will play under head coach Michael Malone alongside a group of fresh faces.
After a promising freshman season at NC State, Matt Able decides to stay in school, forgoing the NBA draft and pledging to the University of North Carolina.
NC State secured the nation's top-ranked kicker in the 2027 class, Moses Barker, who announced his commitment to the Wolfpack, attracted by proximity to home, a strong relationship with assistant coach Todd Goebbel, and the program’s rising trajectory.
The Catamounts are adding six transfers from across the country and nine freshmen to reshape a squad that lost nearly three‑quarters of its on‑field experience.
The Wolfpack earned a top seed in the Auburn Regional, setting up a showdown with UCF and a potential clash against No. 4 Auburn as Elliott Avent concludes his tenure.
Rutgers University is hosting a landmark weekend of official visits, aiming to lock in commitments from elite high school football players while showcasing the campus and surrounding attractions.
Rutgers University is hosting its first major official visit weekend for football recruits, blending a trip to the Jersey Shore with a tour of New York City, as the Scarlet Knights seek commitments from top prospects and solidify their place among national contenders.
Hart’s extensive tenure, proven recruiting acumen and three College World Series trips position him to lead NC State’s baseball program into a new era.
Veteran coach Elliott Avent retired at the season’s end, leaving a legacy of over 1,100 wins and three College World Series trips; the Wolfpack trustees approved Chris Hart’s appointment, citing his two‑decade assistant role, recruiting acumen, and deep ties to the program.
Chris Hart, a longtime NC State baseball assistant, has been named the 17th head coach of the Wolfpack, bringing a track record of player development, elite recruiting and deep program knowledge.
Craig Meyer’s recent list of the 13 worst coaching hires in college basketball over the past 26 years spotlights five ACC failures, including Matt Doherty, James Johnson, Jeff Bzdelik, Kevin Stallings and Kenny Payne, while highlighting the controversy around Will Wade’s NC State stint and broader calls for a commissioner.
Longtime NC State baseball coach Elliott Avent announced his retirement, closing a 30‑year chapter that reshaped the program and earned him state honors.
With Selection Monday approaching, the Wolfpack's fate hangs in the balance after a loss to Duke, while head coach Elliott Avent prepares to close a storied career.
Elliot Avent, the longtime head coach of the NC State Wolfpack baseball program, has announced his retirement after three decades, leaving behind a record of 1,103 wins, three College World Series appearances, and a profound impact on players and the university community.
After three decades at the helm, Elliott Avent announced his retirement, concluding a career that turned NC State baseball into a perennial national contender and launched the careers of stars like Carlos Rodon and Trea Turner.
Duke routed NC State 21‑12 in the first round of the 2026 ACC Baseball Championship in Charlotte, highlighted by Kamden Smith’s record‑tying eight RBIs and a seventh‑inning grand slam that swung the game decisively.
The versatile guard’s move to the Tar Heels could reshape his draft trajectory, offering both challenges and opportunities.
Brandon Leavell, a three-star athlete from Madison, Tennessee, chose the Tennessee Volunteers over a competitive field that included Florida State, Florida, NC State, Purdue and Clemson, underscoring a shifting recruiting landscape.
Duke, the 16th seed in the ACC Baseball Championship, will meet ninth‑seeded NC State on Tuesday morning at Truist Field, riding a record‑breaking stolen‑base tally and standout performances from Coltin Quagliano, RJ Hamilton and others.