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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.
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.