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Freshman midfielder Sophia Baxter battles with a Kent State player for possession Oct. 6.

Mountaineer field hockey wins an overtime thriller against Kent State

Max Schwanz, Sports Editor October 8, 2023

The Mountaineers made history with their first ever regular season victory against the Kent State Golden Flashers Friday, in a thrilling 2-1 overtime shootout.   Fifth-year goalkeeper Addie Clark...

Junior running back Nate Noel celebrates with a fan after a score against UNC Sept. 9, 2023. Noel rushed for 127 yards and two touchdowns.

Beast of the backfield: Nate Noel’s climb in the High Country

Kurt Zottl, Reporter October 8, 2023

From Miami to Boone, the scenery is certainly different for star junior running back Nate Noel. But the talent has not changed from place to place.  Noel was named First-Team All-County from the Miami...

Former App State running back Cam Peoples breaks free from a Chanticleer defender Oct. 20, 2021. The Mountaineers upset then No.14 Coastal Carolina 30-27.

App State set to write another chapter in Coastal Carolina rivalry

Spence Smithback, Reporter October 7, 2023

The Mountaineers welcome Coastal Carolina back to Kidd-Brewer Stadium Tuesday night to resume a rivalry that has consistently produced thrillers.  “We look forward to hosting Coastal Carolina here...

Graduate student goalkeeper Kerry Eagleton prepares to kick the ball upfield against James Madison Sept. 24,2023.

Mountaineers drop first Sun Belt match against South Alabama

Trey Blake, Reporter October 6, 2023

App State soccer traveled to Mobile, Alabama to take on South Alabama Thursday, losing 3-1 in a match that marked their first Sun Belt conference loss this season. A good defensive performance in the first...

Junior wide receiver Christian Horn heads up field on a route against ECU Sept. 16, 2023.

What to make of App State football at the halfway point

Chance Chamberlain, Associate Sports Editor October 4, 2023

At this point in 2022, the Mountaineers held the same 3-2 record they hold now. Without the upset at College Station, and College GameDay sending Boone into madness, this year’s team holds a very different...

App State Field Hockey head coach Emily Dinsmore speaks to her team against Liberty Aug. 18, 2023.

Emily Dinsmore: A players’ coach

Asher Davidson, Reporter October 4, 2023

Division I is the highest level for college athletes. Many strive for this level and many will fail. Along the way, lots of players can lose something. Some lose sight of what’s important in life, and...

Redshirt junior wide receiver Milan Tucker gets into the end zone against East Carolina Sept. 16, 2023.

5 takeaways: App State survives against ULM

Chance Chamberlain, Associate Sports Editor October 3, 2023

1. Escaping at the last second ULM nearly closed out the game several times, but left the door open for the Mountaineers to take advantage of the late-game opportunity. With four seconds remaining,...

Sophomore forward Hadley Kuzmicky battles with a Tar Heel defender for possession Sept. 24.

App State field hockey knocks off Central Michigan and Lindenwood

Fran Murphy, Reporter October 2, 2023

The Mountaineers traveled to Mount Pleasant Friday defeating Central Michigan 3-1.  App State couldn’t find an offensive rhythm throughout the first half as they were unable to find a goal and entered...

Cars get lined up for the start of the race at North Wilkesboro Speedway. Sept. 30, 2023.

North Wilkesboro Speedway hosts first Whelen Modified Tour event

Spence Smithback, Reporter October 2, 2023

In a field featuring NASCAR Cup Series stars, Bowman-Gray Stadium champions and more than 30 other challengers, Matt Hirschman emerged victorious in the Brushy Mountain Powersports 150 Saturday night at...

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

App State volleyball nets two losses in weekend double header

Max Schwanz, Sports Editor October 2, 2023

The Mountaineers traveled to face Coastal Carolina for a weekend double header, losing the first match 0-3. The Black and Gold started the first set strong with a 4-0 lead, behind a block from sophomore...

Junior running back Nate Noel breaks away from a Warhawk defender Sept. 30.

Mountaineers survive shootout against ULM 41-40

Chance Chamberlain, Associate Sports Editor October 1, 2023

After a heartbreaking finish against Wyoming, App State responded with a gutsy and high-scoring matchup against ULM to improve to 3-2. In a game that saw a combined 1,007 total yards, junior kicker Michael...

Senior forward Izzi Wood brings the ball up the field against Georgia Southern Sept.29.

Mountaineer defense holds strong in win over Georgia Southern

Avin Patel, Reporter September 30, 2023

The Mountaineers faced Georgia Southern in Boone Friday for a defensive battle that saw excellent performances from graduate student goalkeeper Kerry Eagleston and senior forward Izzi Wood.  The Black...

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