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The Student News Site of Appalachian State University

The Appalachian

Megan McCulloh, Staff Photographer

Sophomore Communication, Journalism major

E-mail: mccullohmb@appstate.edu

All content by Megan McCulloh
Chicago Bears running back Darrynton Evans totaled 31 touchdowns in his App State career and now amasses over 20,000 followers on his Twitch streaming account.

[Photo] ItzLiveee: former Mountaineer, now professional athlete, streamer

Kolby Shea, Reporter
March 5, 2023
Former App State cornerback Shaun Jolly caught six interceptions in his college career, including a pick-six against Coastal Carolina Sept. 28, 2019.

[Photo] Six Mountaineers sign with NFL teams post-draft

Zach Smith, Reporter
May 3, 2022
Redshirt senior guard Ashley Polacek leads the Mountaineers in assists and is second in scoring this season.

[Photo] The basketball journey of Ashley Polacek

Silas Albright, Reporter
February 22, 2020
Junior guard Pre Stanley finished with 28 points in App State's 83-80 2OT win over Coastal Carolina on March 7. Stanley and the Mountaineers begin postseason play Tuesday when they take on Arkansas at Little Rock at 7 p.m.

[Photo] Four Mountaineers reach double figures as women’s basketball defeats South Alabama

Dan Davidson, Former Sports Editor
February 14, 2020
Senior linebacker Akeem Davis-Gaither has had quite the career in his time playing for the Mountaineers. After his breakout junior season with 105 stops, Davis-Gaither currently has 76 and will likely be a major contributing player to the team's success in the postseason.

[Photo] Linebacker Davis-Gaither enjoys senior year success

December 17, 2019
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[Photo] Spooky Duke 2019

October 29, 2019
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Junior center Ivan Reyes (right) is one of the many walk-ons for App State football this season. Reyes redshirted his freshman year and has appeared in five games since 2017, including Saturday's win against Coastal Carolina.

Junior defensive lineman Demetrius "Meech" Taylor is receiving local and national attention for his stellar performance in the Mountaineers' victory against UNC Chapel Hill. Taylor is from Florida, and leads the nation in forced fumbles and is not far behind in sacks per game.

Heading into his 2020 senior season, App State QB Zac Thomas holds a 23-3 career record since being named QB1 before the Penn State season opener in 2018. Thomas takes the field before App State's game vs. Coastal Carolina on Sept. 28 last season.

Photo gallery: First quarter App State vs Coastal Carolina

Megan McCulloh and Lynette Files
September 28, 2019
Junior running back Darrynton Evans runs with the ball during the first quarter of App State's matchup with Coastal Carolina on Sept. 28.

[Photo] Darrynton Evans to forego senior season, declares for NFL draft

December 25, 2019
Senior tight end Collin Reed holds onto the football after catching an 11-yard touchdown pass in the first quarter against Coastal Carolina on Sept. 28.

Junior cornerback Shaun Jolly caught five interceptions in his breakout 2019 season. Now heading into 2020, Jolly has been named to six different preseason All-American teams.

[Photo] Mountaineers beat Coastal Carolina 56-37 despite 2 hour weather delay

Silas Albright, Reporter
September 28, 2019
Heading into his 2020 senior season, App State QB Zac Thomas holds a 23-3 career record since being named QB1 before the Penn State season opener in 2018. Thomas takes the field before App State's game vs. Coastal Carolina on Sept. 28 last season.

[Photo] QB1: Thomas leads App State into 2020 season

September 12, 2020
Sophomore forward Kelan Swales zooms past a defender from American. The men's soccer team is currently 2-1 for the season after Sunday's victory.

Junior forward Juan Hernandez slides to save the ball from going out of bounds in corner field. Hernandez provided an assist in the sole score that won the Mountaineers the game.

Decorative embroidery loops are among the most popular of goods sold at Pop Up Boone each month.

[Photo] Hatchet Coffee transforms into creative pop-up shop

August 28, 2019
Lizz Henry, a senior religious studies major, sifts through a stand while enjoying her coffee at Pop Up Boone this weekend. The monthly event took place this past weekend at Hatchet Coffee off of Bamboo Road.

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Running back Jalin Moore was one of five former App State players to sign contracts with NFL teams on Saturday. Photo by Megan McCulloh

[Photo] Five Mountaineers sign with NFL teams after conclusion of draft

April 27, 2019
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Sophomore guard Pre Stanley stares down her defender before running a play against Arkansas State on Jan. 24.

[Photo] Story's 18 points not enough as Mountaineers fall to Mavericks

February 10, 2019
Senior center Bayley Plummer shoots a free throw during App State's loss to Arkansas-Little Rock on Jan. 26.

[Photo] Plummer set for senior season of roller coaster career at App State

November 8, 2019
Junior guard Ashley Polacek avoids a defender and drives the lane for a basket during their victory over Arkansas State on Jan. 24. Photo by Megan McCulloh, Staff Photographer.

[Photo] Women's basketball finishes homestead with winning record

February 1, 2019
Erin McCarthy (left), Annie Young (middle), and Allie Roberts (right) impress the audience with their flexibility in the piece ‘Copycat’ choreographed by student choreographer, Makayla Canady.

[Photo] Momentum Dance Club creates strong bonds while showcasing student talents

Christine Dudley, A&C Reporter
January 29, 2019
Dancers Lori Potter (left), Abi Wiggins (middle) and Maren Schmidt (right) show each other support in their piece ‘Choosing Self(lessness)’ choreographed by Darby Adams.

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The App State men's soccer team huddles together during a game against Georgia State in 2018. Men's soccer, along with men's tennis and men's indoor track and field, have been canceled, athletic director Doug Gillin announced Tuesday.

[Photo] “No right answer:” App State cuts men’s soccer, tennis and indoor track and field programs

May 26, 2020
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