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Former App State quarterback Chase Brice prepares to launch a ball downfield against Georgia State Oct. 19, 2022.

Mountaineers set to hunt the Panthers in Atlanta

Kolby Shea, Reporter November 9, 2023

After rolling over the Thundering Herd, the 5-4 Mountaineers travel to Atlanta to take on the 6-3 Georgia State Panthers Saturday.  Both squads are coming into Saturday’s game under opposite circumstances.  App...

Graduate student goalkeeper Kerry Eagleston prepares to kick a ball downfield against James Madison Sept. 24. Eagleston set a school record 416 saves this season.

‘She’s everything’: How Kerry Eagleston represents her App State career

Trey Blake, Reporter November 8, 2023

Since stepping on campus in 2019, graduate student goalkeeper Kerry Eagleston has made her presence felt. She’s started in 90 games for Mountaineer soccer, setting multiple program records, including...

The Mountaineer bench celebrates after a play against Oakland City Nov. 7.

Mountaineer basketball dominant in opener against Oakland City

Spence Smithback, Reporter November 8, 2023

The Black and Gold kicked off the 2023-24 men’s basketball season with a decisive 87-49 victory over the Oakland City Mighty Oaks.  “I think we did a lot of things well,” said head coach Dustin...

Junior Guard Zada Porter drives in for a layup against UNCG Forward Isys Grady Nov. 6.

New faces come up big as Mountaineers beat Spartans

Trey Blake, Reporter November 7, 2023

App State women’s basketball tipped off their season in an action-packed game against UNC-Greensboro that saw the Mountaineers outlast the Spartans 71-65. The game was highlighted by App State’s second...

174lb redshirt sophomore Luke Uliano gains control over NC State’s Alex Faison in their match Nov. 4. Uliano earned SoCon Wrestler of the Week honors for all competition from Jan. 24-30.

App State brings home one title from the Battle at The Citadel

Trey Blake, Reporter November 7, 2023

App State wrestling went on the road Sunday, as they took 22 wrestlers on the almost five-hour bus ride down to Charleston, South Carolina for the annual Battle at The Citadel open.  Finishing last...

Junior quarterback Joey Aguilar rushes to avoid the Thundering Herd defense Nov. 4. Aguilar is up to 23 touchdowns to just six interceptions on the season.

Good, bad and ugly from App State’s win over Marshall

Ethan Smith, Former Sports Editor November 6, 2023

The Black and Gold dominated the Thundering Herd for a 31-9 victory Saturday evening. Defensive execution and great quarterback play highlighted the Mountaineers second consecutive victory.   The...

Graduate student forward Donovan Gregory brings the ball up the court against Carlow Dec. 7, 2022. App State welcomes Auburn Sunday for the first power-five matchup in Boone since 2000.

Mountaineers men’s basketball tips off 2023-24 season with high hopes

Fran Murphy, Reporter November 6, 2023

After finishing the 2022-23 season with a first round Sun Belt Conference Tournament loss against South Alabama, the Mountaineers have higher aspirations entering the new season.  App State will tip-off...

Sophomore middle blocker Maya Witerhoff goes up for a slam against James Madison Sept. 23.

Mountaineers drop back to back against Georgia Southern

Max Schwanz, Sports Editor November 5, 2023

App State volleyball traveled to Statesboro, Georgia for a weekend double header against Georgia Southern.  The Eagles took the match 3-0 after the Mountaineers sprung to an early 9-7 lead in the first...

App State defensive lineman matchup along the line of scrimmage against Marshall Nov. 4. The Mountaineer defense registered three total turnovers on the night.

Mountaineers tame Thundering Herd 31-9

Ethan Smith, Former Sports Editor November 5, 2023

App State welcomed Marshall to Kidd Brewer Stadium Saturday evening, defeating the Thundering Herd 31-9. “What an electric atmosphere there at The Rock,” said head coach Shawn Clark. “Great win...

Junior midfielder Sarah Perkins battles for possession with a Kent State player Oct. 6.

Mountaineers historic season ends with loss in MAC tournament

Max Schwanz, Sports Editor November 4, 2023

App State field hockey traveled to Oxford, Ohio to face the Kent State Golden Flashes in their first match of the MAC Tournament.  The Black and Gold battled relentlessly, but came up short in the...

Junior Will Miller tries to escape a takedown by NC State’s AJ Kovacs Friday night Nov. 4.

Mountaineers get trounced on opening night by No. 3 NC State 40-3

Trey Blake, Reporter November 4, 2023

No. 26 App State wrestling opened their season Friday losing 40-3 against No. 3 NC State, a team with ranked wrestlers at all 10 weight classes.  The Wolfpack won all but one of the 10 matchups, achieving...

Freshman midfielder Sophia Baxter battles a Kent State player for possession Oct. 6. Baxter earned All-MAC second team honors and made the All-MAC freshman team.

Field hockey earns 9 All-MAC honors

Ethan Smith, Former Sports Editor November 2, 2023

Mountaineer field hockey received nine All-MAC honors, the conference announced Thursday morning. Head coach Emily Dinsmore earned MAC Co-Coach of the Year honors along with Ohio’s Ali Johnstone....

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