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Redshirt senior defensive back Steven Jones Jr. extends to breakup a pass against Robert Morris Oct. 29, 2022.

Former Mountaineers prepare for NFL Draft

Chance Chamberlain, Associate Sports Editor February 13, 2023

As the NFL Draft approaches, former members of the 2022 Mountaineer football team prepare to take the next step by taking part in scouting opportunities. Outside linebacker Nick Hampton and running...

Senior Jada Branch competes in the Doc Hale Virginia Tech meet Feb. 4, 2023.

Women’s track and field splits for weekend meets

Ben Brady, Reporter February 8, 2023

App State women’s track and field totaled 12 finishes within the top nine overall as it split into two event groups for the Doc Hale Virginia Tech Meet and the Camel City Invite this weekend. The Mountaineers...

Senior infielder Alex Aguila swings at a pitch against Coastal Carolina April 15, 2022.

Mountaineer baseball gears up for 2023 season

Chance Chamberlain, Associate Sports Editor February 8, 2023

With opening day for App State baseball in Hickory Feb. 17, this year’s Mountaineer team has one collective goal in mind: “Our main goal as a team is to go to Omaha,” redshirt sophomore infielder...

Redshirt senior forward Janay Sanders inbounds the ball against Coastal Carolina Feb. 4, 2023.

App State defeated by Marshall, Coastal Carolina on road trip

Spence Smithback, Reporter February 7, 2023

App State women’s basketball visited division rivals Marshall and Coastal Carolina this Thursday and Saturday, with both efforts coming up just short. The Mountaineers fell by scores of 64-72 and 67-70,...

Redshirt senior forward Donovan Gregory drives hard to the basket as he scores his 1,000th career point Feb. 4, 2023.

App State falls to JMU, Gregory scores 1,000th point

Sam Vanolinda, Reporter February 7, 2023

On Saturday, App State basketball looked to bounce back against one of the best offenses in the NCAA, the James Madison Dukes. Despite a second-half comeback by the Mountaineers, JMU was victorious...

Redshirt senior Jon Jon Millner takes down his opponent in his 4-0 victory Feb. 5, 2023.

Mountaineers defeat Mocs, remain undefeated in SoCon

Trey Blake, Reporter February 6, 2023

No. 20 App State wrestling was back in conference play Sunday, defeating the Chattanooga Mocs 25-6.  The Mountaineers won eight of 10 matches, which saw five shutouts, to secure the victory in a battle...

Graduate transfer forward Dibaji Walker fights a Marshall opponent for the ball in App State's loss Feb. 2, 2023.

Mountaineers’ 3-game win streak snapped against Marshall

Ethan Smith, Former Sports Editor February 4, 2023

Riding a three-game win streak, App State hosted Sun Belt rival Marshall Thursday, losing 66-58. “We did some good things, but turned the ball over a little too much,” head coach Dustin Kerns said. Coming...

Redshirt junior Will Formato sizes up his opponent in App State's 32-6 victory over Gardner-Webb Jan. 30, 2023.

Formato named SoCon Wrestler of the Week

Jack Jackson, Reporter February 3, 2023

App State wrestling redshirt junior Will Formato took home the Southern Conference Wrestler of the Week last week.  After earning a 13-0 shutout against Duke’s Gabe Dinette, the 26th ranked 165-pound...

Junior guard Xavion Brown drives past his defender in App State's 12-point win over Arkansas State Jan. 28, 2023.

Mountaineers secure two conference wins at home

James Parker and Bobby Phillips February 1, 2023

App State returned home for two conference wins, defeating Georgia State Jan. 26 and Arkansas State Saturday.  The matchup with the Panthers started out neck and neck with both teams scoring close...

Former App State pitcher Jeffrey Springs signed a $31 million dollar contract extension with the Tampa Bay Rays.

Tampa Bay Rays extends former Mountaineer pitcher

Chance Chamberlain, Associate Sports Editor January 30, 2023

After a career season in 2022, former App State pitcher Jeffrey Springs signed a four-year, $31 million contract extension with the Tampa Bay Rays Wednesday.  “Honestly, I don't even know if it's...

App State wrestled Duke in front of a packed Varsity Gym Jan. 24, 2023.

Mountaineers get dominant win over Blue Devils

Trey Blake, Reporter January 27, 2023

No. 19 App State wrestling was back in Boone Tuesday, dominating the Duke Blue Devils 42-3. The Mountaineers came out blazing to start the night, taking the first nine matches while netting bonus points...

Graduate student guard Brooke Bigott attacks the Southern Miss. defense in App State's seven-point defeat Jan. 19.

Mountaineers go 1-1 in weekend of conference play

James Parker and Trey Blake January 26, 2023

App State women's basketball was back home over the weekend competing against the Southern Mississippi Lady Eagles on Jan. 19, and Saturday against the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers. They are recently...

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