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The Student News Site of Appalachian State University

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Ava Anzalone

Ava Anzalone, Associate Photo Editor

\Ava Anzalone (she/her) is a freshman business marketing major and new media and digital cultures minor from Denver, N.C. This is her first year with The Appalachian.

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Freshman infielder Tyler Lichtenberger throws the ball during the App State vs. Gardner Webb game on March 2.

[Photo] Mountaineer freshmen shine early in college careers

Clay Durban, Former Sports Editor
April 30, 2025
Senior right-handed pitcher Sejal Neas catches the ball between innings during a game against Marshall on April 5.

[Photo] Sejal Neas’ time in the circle comes to a close

Max Schwanz, Sports Editor
April 30, 2025
Senior infielder Joseph Zamora attempts to tag out Southern Mississippi’s runner at second base on April 25 at Beaver Field.

[Photo] Mountaineer baseball goes down swinging in series against No. 22 Southern Miss

April 30, 2025
Senior catcher Braxton Church makes it to first base during the game against Southern Mississippi on April 25 at Beaver Field.

Redshirt sophomore right-handed pitcher Max Tramontana throws during the game against Western Carolina University on April 9 at Beaver Field.

[Photo] Miller’s moonshot leads Mountaineers baseball to comeback win over Western Carolina

Dylan Shepherd, Reporter
April 11, 2025
Coffee Buzz 5K participants begin the race at Durham Park on April 5.

[Photo] ‘From Script to Stage’ theme brings movie magic to a cappella showcase

Thais Zboichyk, A&C Reporter
April 7, 2025
An aisle of clothing for sale at The Happy Place on March 5.

[Photo] Best of Boone 2025: Best of Lifestyle

Parker Egeland, Matt Howe, Fran Murphy, Dylan Shepherd, Trey Blake, Tess McNally, Omar Alvarez Valencia, Ashton Ahart, Max Schwanz, Adam Persico, Abby Buckner, Clay Durban, and Madalyn Edwards
April 5, 2025
Sophomore Miller Brannen competes in the men’s pole vaulting event on March 21.

[Photo] 10 first place finishes and 2 facility records highlight Mountaineer First Chance Meet

Parker Egeland, Reporter
March 24, 2025
Redshirt junior right-handed pitcher Jordan Fisher pitches in the fifth inning of the game against Garner Webb at L.P. Frans Stadium on March 2.

[Photo] Mountaineer Baseball takes wins in both home stadiums against Gardner-Webb

Clay Durban, Former Sports Editor
March 4, 2025
Senior catcher Braxton Church prepares to swing against Queens University at the LP Frans Stadium on Feb. 14.

Redshirt senior pitcher Caleb Cross pitching as the starter against Queens University at the LP Frans Stadium on Feb. 14.

141-pound redshirt freshman Aldo Hernandez takes down his opponent in a winning match against Duke on Jan. 20.

[Photo] Mountaineers destroy Blue Devils 45-5 in second straight ACC Matchup

Trey Blake, Reporter
January 25, 2025
Snowboarder Zeb Powell laughs with fans at the meet and greet at Recess Skate and Snow on Jan. 15.

A Powder Pilgrimage: Hundreds show for Zeb Powell meet and greet

Noah Williford and Ava Anzalone
January 17, 2025
Quarterback Joey Aguilar prepares to catch a snap from his teammate at the start of a play against ETSU on Aug. 31.

[Photo] Aguilar enters the transfer portal

Clay Durban, Former Sports Editor
December 28, 2024
Kicker Michael Hughes kicks for an extra point after the Mountaineers scored a touchdown against Georgia Southern on Nov. 30.

[Photo] Final season game for App State football results in loss and bowl ineligibility

Kieran Murphy, Reporter
December 1, 2024
App State volleyball players celebrate after a win against Coastal Carolina on Oct. 25.

[Photo] Mountaineers volleyball clinch Sun Belt East Division, extend win streak to 6 games

Dylan Shepherd, Reporter
November 12, 2024
App State College Republicans President Jacob Epperson speaks at the group’s Nov. 6 meeting, opening up the meeting with remarks about election results from the previous night.

[Photo] College Republicans celebrate sweeping victories

Andrew Rice, Former Political Editor
November 8, 2024
College Democrats of App State give hugs as the Democratic watch party comes to an end on Nov. 5.

[Photo] PHOTO GALLERY: The Super Bowl of politics: Watch parties across Boone

Photo Desk
November 6, 2024
Right-side hitter Elise Marchal serves the ball during the third set against Georgia Southern on Oct. 18.

[Photo] Mountaineers volleyball hand Georgia Southern first conference loss in series split

Dylan Shepherd, Reporter
October 22, 2024
Volunteer pilots stop by Lincolnton Airport to load supplies on Oct. 1. Pilots made quick stops at the airport to refuel and reload before heading back to hurricane-devastated areas.

Volunteer pilots send aid to Hurricane Helene devastation

Ava Anzalone, Associate Photo Editor
October 21, 2024
Fans cheer on the Mountaineers front row at the App State vs. ETSU game on Aug. 31. Members of the Student Yosef Club get early access to the football stadium on game days.

[Photo] Yosef’s Army: A guide to the Student Yosef Club

Clay Durban, Former Sports Editor
September 12, 2024
Junior wide receiver Makai Jackson celebrates with fans and teammate Ahmani Marshall after scoring a touchdown on Aug. 31. Prior to App State, Jackson played at Saint Francis in Pennsylvania.

[Photo] The good, bad and ugly: App State beats ETSU

Clay Durban, Former Sports Editor
September 3, 2024
Inside linebackers Jack Scroggs and Cole Becker lead the Mountaineers on to the field to take on East Tennessee State on Aug. 31. Fans cheer as the team makes their first appearance for the 2024 season.

[Photo] Mountaineers defeat Buccaneers 38-10 in season opener

Clay Durban and Adam Persico
September 1, 2024
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