baseball

Jun 13, 2024

Leaders of the Pack

NC State baseball returns to the College World Series for the fourth time in school history and the second time in four years. The Wolfpack begins play Saturday at 2 p.m. against Kentucky in Omaha, Nebraska.

Students in NC State gear pose with wolfies up — and scoops of Howling Cow ice cream.

Mar 27, 2024

Buzzing About Pack Basketball

For the first time since 1989, both NC State’s basketball teams have advanced to the NCAA Championships Sweet 16.

Mar 27, 2024

The Physics of a Curveball

A well-placed curveball can be an amazing pitch. But how does it work?

Jonathan Keane and Jim Rice at one-year reunion after near-fatal accident.

Sep 7, 2022

Alum Recounts How Near-Fatal Accident at Ballpark Changed His Life

Forty years ago, 4-year-old Jonathan Keane was struck by a foul ball at a Boston Red Sox game. Today, the Poole College alumnus and CEO of a Raleigh call-center company recounts how the line drive that fractured his skull impacted his life in profound ways, inspiring his people-centered business model.

Rodon throws a pitch at a Wolfpack baseball game.

Jul 8, 2021

Alums Turner, Rodon Named MLB All-Stars

Former Wolfpack players Trea Turner and Carlos Rodon will participate in Major League Baseball’s Mid-Summer Classic.

Coach Elliott Avent at practice in Omaha, surrounded by baseball players.

Jun 23, 2021

Wins and Losses

Wolfpack baseball head coach Elliott Avent started the season with personal heartbreak and a string of losses, then led the team to the College World Series. It's how he plays the game.

Russell Wilson scrambles during a football game.

May 12, 2021

Wilson Returns a Winner

At NC State, Russell Wilson honed the athletic skills and commitment to service that would define his extraordinary life. The NFL superstar returns to Carter-Finley this week to speak at commencement.

Harrison McKinion on the baseball diamond at NC State.

Feb 3, 2021

A Full Circle Around the Bases

NC State freshman Harrison McKinion, whose childhood relationship with Wolfpack baseball helped him survive a long battle with a rare blood cancer, is ready to join the program this spring.

Mar 2, 2017

Batter Up for Employee Family, Friends

Faculty and staff can buy discounted tickets for family and friends for Friday's 3 p.m. baseball game at Doak Field at Dail Park.

May 19, 2015

Pack Teams Chase Championships

This weekend, NC State's softball team heads to Oregon looking for its first bid to the College World Series, the baseball team competes in the ACC Championship in Durham and the women's golf team participates in the NCAA Championship in Florida.

Apr 17, 2014

10 Named to Athletic Hall of Fame

The newest 10-member class of the three-year-old NC State Athletic Hall of Fame brings the total number of inductees to 30, representing 10 varsity sports.

Jun 13, 2013

‘River Rats’ Remember ’68 Series

Members of the Wolfpack's celebrated 1968 baseball team remember their days of glory as they watch a new generation follow in their footsteps.

Jun 10, 2013

NC State at the College World Series

The NC State baseball team has been on a whirlwind trip to Omaha for the College World Series. After a 17-inning marathon win closed the super-regional, the Series has brought a nail-biting loss to UCLA and a double-dip with arch-rival UNC.

Jan 6, 2012

Former Coaches to Join Hall of Fame

Former NC State coaches Sam Esposito and Henry Trevathan will be inducted into the North Carolina Sports Hall of Fame this spring.

May 13, 2011

See American Idol Finalist at Doak

American Idol finalist Scotty McCreery of Garner will be on campus Saturday, May 15, to throw out the first pitch before NC State’s baseball game against Florida State.