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Forward Izzi Wood advances the ball against Georgia State Oct. 6, 2022.

Looking ahead: What the season holds for the Black and Gold

Sarah Kruger, Reporter August 21, 2023

The Black and Gold boasted a relatively successful 2023-24 season. However, as the team moves to lace their cleats back up and move into the fall 2023 season, let’s catch up on the summer happenings.  By...

Running back Nate Noel stiff-arms a defender against UNC Sept.3, 2022

A new mountain to climb: App State Football’s season preview

Chance Chamberlain and Kurt Zottl August 16, 2023

Must-watch games Sept. 9 at North Carolina  The first game of a three-game series began in 2019, as the Mountaineers blocked a field goal to upset the Tar Heels in Kenan Stadium 34-31. The series...

The student section at Kidd-Brewer Stadium getting ready for the Mountaineers to square off against UNC Sept. 3, 2022.

Football in the High Country: How to come out on top

Asher Davidson, Reporter August 15, 2023

Good morning Mountaineers. The sun is shining over the Blue Ridge Mountains, your alarm has just gone off and it is 7 a.m. It’s time to start tailgating, which is the best way to start off the first...

10 historic moments in App State sports history

10 historic moments in App State sports history

Sarah Kruger, Reporter August 14, 2023

Something that makes App State quintessentially App State is its affinity for sports of all kinds; the university has 17 varsity sports teams, and even more club and intramural sports.  Whether or...

A group of fans cheering on the Mountaineers against James Madison Sept. 24, 2022.

Suggested follows for Mountaineer sports fans

Chance Chamberlain, Associate Sports Editor August 13, 2023

As App State Athletics prepares for the 2023-24 collegiate season, here are a few social media accounts to follow throughout the year. House United  Found on both Twitter and Instagram, House United...

Pitcher Xander Hamilton walks out to the field against UNCW March 5, 2022. Hamilton was selected in the 14th round by the Minnesota Twins in the MLB Draft Monday.

Hamilton selected by Twins in MLB Draft

Sarah Kruger, Reporter July 15, 2023

Senior pitcher Xander Hamilton was drafted Monday to the American League Central Division MLB team, the Minnesota Twins. Hamilton was selected with the 417th overall pick in the 14th round of the 2023...

Everts named president of Sun Belt Conference

Everts named president of Sun Belt Conference

Sarah Kruger, Reporter June 23, 2023

The Sun Belt Conference announced June 13 that App State Chancellor Sheri Everts will serve as president of the conference for the next two years beginning July 1. Everts was appointed at the league's...

NC Governor signs off on mobile sports gambling

Chance Chamberlain, Associate Sports Editor June 16, 2023

North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper signed House Bill 347, the Sports Wagering/Horse Racing Bill, Wednesday at the Spectrum Center in Charlotte.  Cooper signed the bill which legalized online gambling on...

Redshirt freshman Ethan Oakley takes on North Dakota State's McGwire Midkiff at the NCAA Championships March. 16, 2023.

App State wrestling finds another hidden gem

Trey Blake, Reporter May 5, 2023

Over the last three months, 133-pound redshirt freshman wrestler Ethan Oakley has turned heads with his performances. These performances include winning 16 out of his final 20 matches, 8-0 as a starter...

Senior forward Donovan Gregory attempts a running floater against Campbell Nov. 18, 2023. Gregory led the team in scoring with 12.5 points per game last season.

What we learned about the 2022-23 Mountaineers

James Parker, Reporter May 3, 2023

App State men’s basketball finished this past season with a 16-16 record in what was a roller coaster of a campaign. After a disappointing end to the 2021-22 season, the Mountaineers filled up the newly...

Senior linebacker Jordan Fehr and redshirt freshman outside linebacker Nick Hampton jump to block a field goal on the final play of the game to seal the 34-31 victory for the Mountaineers

Class of 2023: Top 10 sporting moments

Dan Davidson, Former Sports Editor May 3, 2023

This list is in chronological order. It is not a ranked list.  1. King of the Carolinas In 2019, App State football defeated North Carolina and South Carolina to capture its first Power Five...

Junior forward Izzi Wood battles with a Buccaneer defender Sept. 8, 2023.

Observations from App State soccer’s spring season

Sarah Kruger, Reporter May 2, 2023

The spring season ended for Mountaineer soccer with a 3-1 win over Lees McRae April 17. With the win, App State women’s soccer season is in the rearview. Now, it’s time to reflect on the Mountaineers’...

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