Hot off the presses. The USA TODAY/ESPN Top 25 Preseason Poll. 1. Duke 2. UConn 3. Texas 4. Villanova 5. Michigan State 11. Boston College 18. Wake Forest 21. Maryland 26. NC State
There is life after Hodge, but is there life after Hunter?
The Sporting News‘ Mike DeCourcy submitted an entry in his blog on Thursday that focused on the NC State Basketball program that was quite optimistic about the Wolfpack’s season despite the loss of Julius Hodge. After touting Hodge’s impact in Raleigh, DeCourcy focused on the Wolfpack’s depth of talent and versatility, highlighting Andrew Brackman and […]
Quinton Porter Bites
I’ve been watching the Boston College @ Virginia Tech game tonight with absolutely no bias. I have no preference or overwhelming affinity for either team. So, while watching the game, I have tried to put myself in the shoes of both teams. It has been an interesting experience. As a VPI fan, I found that […]
The Onion Takes on Notre Dame
For those of you that don’t already read The Onion, you’re really missing out. Recently, they’ve taken their hard-hitting satirical approach to the sports world, as best evidenced by this side splitter. Enjoy.
NC State Out of 2007 Preseason NIT, Home & Away Added with Huggins(less) Cincy
From today’s N&O — “Sendek said NCSU had been forced to drop a planned Preseason NIT appearance in 2007. Sendek said Boston College, the ACC’s newest member, also was scheduled to play in the same Preseason NIT.” In the history of the Preseason NIT, only Clemson and NC State have failed to appear and represent […]
Last 5 Home Wins
I just want to put in perspective how bad we have been playing at CF. 40 % of the games Rivers was the QB. Eastern Kentucky 9/17/05 Wake Forest (OT) 10/2/04 Richmond 9/4/04 Virginia 11/1/03 Clemson 10/16/03
TV Schedule – October 29
Attached for your viewing pleasure is this week’s TV schedule. The World’s Largest Outdoor Cocktail Party highlights a slow Saturday. This week’s premier game is Thursday night with VPI/BC. Saturday is filled with inter-conference games between conference leaders and also-rans. Ga Tech/Clemson is one exception, which should be a close and exciting game. Also attached […]
WDNC AM 620AM In Durham Turns To Sports Talk
Sort of a wierd move. 620AM used to have a simulcast the signal of 570AM. They are owend by the same company (Curtis Media) that owns 850 the Buzz. From the article, it sounds like they are going to have their own sports programming during the day.
Where have all the QB’s gone?
The final BCS standings in 2004 showed incredible talent and experience at QB among the top 10 teams. USC – Leinart (Junior, 2nd year at starter, tied for NC previous year) OU – White (Senior plus, 8 year starter, reigning Heisman winner) Auburn – Campbell (Senior, 3rd year starting, 1st round pick) Texas – Young […]
ESPN’s Fowler: Hook ‘Em
I’m a big fan of suggesting that you take some time to “blog surf” at places like Fansblog.com from time to time. Additionally, you can check out our list of links on the right side of StatefanNation; we work hard to keep these links fresh and updated for your convenience. Every now and then we […]
