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Recruiting Numbers Show Clear Advantage for UNC Over NC State

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Carolina Hurricanes team preview: Can they get over the hump?

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Why Duke went all in on football: Blue Devils invest heavily

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Native American chief says it’s time to make the Commanders the Redskins again

Blackfeet chief John Two Guns White Calf, left, who served as the inspiration for the Washington Redskins logo that represented the NFL franchise on the field from 1972 to 2020. (Getty Images)
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Family of Blackfeet chief who inspired Redskins logo wants it back

Voice of the Wolfpack Gary Hahn.
Featured stories, N.C. State

Media unfairly criticizes Gary Hahn, the longtime voice of N.C. State athletics, who announces retirement

Social Media Reacts to NC State’s Close Loss to Virginia Tech
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Social Media Reacts to NC State’s Close Loss to Virginia Tech

September 28, 2025 Cliff Barnes Leave a comment

After a loss to Duke a week ago, where NC State led 20-7 at one point, the Wolfpack had hoped to come back to Raleigh and get back on track against Virginia Tech. Social media warriors react. Please click here for more.

Wolfpack Lose Again: NC State’s Second Consecutive Defeat Hurts
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Wolfpack Lose Again: NC State’s Second Consecutive Defeat Hurts

September 27, 2025 Cliff Barnes Leave a comment

Virginia Tech entered Carter-Finley Stadium with an interim head coach, a 1-3 record and loads of uncertainty about the roster moving forward in the season. The Hokies walked away with a 23-21 win over NC State, shocking the Wolfpack at home. Please click here for more.

What we learned from Duke football’s 38-3 ACC victory at Syracuse
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What we learned from Duke football’s 38-3 ACC victory at Syracuse

September 27, 2025 Cliff Barnes Leave a comment

Call it a complete-game ACC victory for the Blue Devils (3-2, 2-0 ACC), who had a few too many penalties but were turnover free. Please click here for more.

UNC Still Pushing for Miami Commit Amid Recruiting Battle
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UNC Still Pushing for Miami Commit Amid Recruiting Battle

September 27, 2025 Cliff Barnes Leave a comment

There is more work to be done in the 2027 class for UNC, and it starts with a handful of different prospects that they have been targeting. One of the prospects that they have been targeting is Miami commit Kenton Dopson. Please click here for more.

Bill Belichick, Jordon Hudson Make Headlines During UNC’s Bye Week
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Bill Belichick, Jordon Hudson Make Headlines During UNC’s Bye Week

September 27, 2025 Cliff Barnes Leave a comment

According to TMZ Sports, Bill Belichick and his girlfriend were spotted in Massachusetts grabbing dinner and taking in the northeastern fall. It was only a day trip the Hollywood outlet reports, as he and Jordon jetted back to Chapel Hill after less than 24 hours. Please click here for more.

Celtics sign former Duke standout, finalizing training camp roster
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Celtics sign former Duke standout, finalizing training camp roster

September 27, 2025 Cliff Barnes Leave a comment

Wendell Moore Jr, who was on a two-way contract with the Charlotte Hornets last season, joins the Celtics for training camp. Please click here for more.

5 takeaways as Duke hangs 45 points on N.C. State
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5 takeaways as Duke hangs 45 points on N.C. State

September 20, 2025 Cliff Barnes Leave a comment

There was no shortage of excitement in this matchup, but following the team’s 45-33 win, a few items stood out. Here are five takeaways from Duke’s 45-33 victory over NC State. Please click here for more.

Social Media Reacts to North Carolina’s Blowout Loss to UCF
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Social Media Reacts to North Carolina’s Blowout Loss to UCF

September 20, 2025 Cliff Barnes Leave a comment

After facing two inferior opponents, North Carolina played someone with just as much talent as they did, and lost 34-9. Here are some reactions on social media. Please click here for more.

Canes considering signing center Michael McLeod after sexual assault acquittal
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Canes considering signing center Michael McLeod after sexual assault acquittal

September 19, 2025 Cliff Barnes Leave a comment

The Carolina Hurricanes are exploring whether to sign center Michael McLeod, WRAL Sports has learned. McLeod is one of five hockey players acquitted in July on charges of sexual assault stemming from an incident in 2018. Please click here for more.

NC State, Wade lose out to Wake, Forbes for two Highly-Touted Recruits
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NC State, Wade lose out to Wake, Forbes for two Highly-Touted Recruits

September 19, 2025 Cliff Barnes Leave a comment

Two of those high school players, four-star twin forwards Gavin and Gallagher Placide, included NC State in their top six schools before making their decision Thursday afternoon. Unfortunately for Wade, the Placide twins committed to an in-state rival rather than the Wolfpack. Please click here for more.

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