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Unfinished Business Drives Dave Doeren Into Year 14 at NC State

Dave Doeren is heading into his 14th season at NC State, still the second-longest tenured head coach in the ACC, trailing only Clemson's Dabo Swinney. By that point of the career, for many coaches, there can sometimes be a sense of monotony or routine, especially with the lack of championship success for a coach like Doeren.

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What NCAA Tournament Expansion Means for NC State and Justin Gainey

RALEIGH — NC State men's basketball has a storied history when it comes to the NCAA Tournament. The program hoisted two national championship trophies (1974 and 1983) and played in the Final Four in 2024, reigniting some of the interest in the program that waned during the 2000s and 2010s.

Dave Doeren News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / May 12

What NC State's Emphasis on Recruiting in the Trenches Means

RALEIGH — NC State head coach Dave Doeren is a strong believer in a traditionally-built football team, both from a character standpoint and from a personnel standpoint.

North Carolina State Wolfpack News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / May 12

Wolfpack Freshman Outfield Earns Team USA Training Camp Invitation

RALEIGH — NC State baseball has a history of getting a lot from its younger players as soon as they arrive on campus. In the last few seasons, players like Jacob Dudan and Ty Head played massive roles as freshmen, helping the program to some successful finishes, with Dudan pitching during the run to the 2024 College World Series.

North Carolina State Wolfpack News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / May 11

Wolfpack Can't Outlast Stanford, Loses Series: Stats and Observations

The road struggles for NC State baseball during the 2026 season continued Sunday, as the program couldn't earn a series win over Stanford, instead falling 9-5 in the rubber match.

MLB News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / May 10

Former NC State Catcher Finds New MLB Home Soon After Wolfpack Visit

While NC State practiced at Klein Field at Sunken Diamond in Stanford, Calif., ahead of a three-game set against the Stanford Cardinal on Thursday, the program got a visit from a familiar face.

North Carolina State Wolfpack News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / May 9

Wolfpack Falls to Stanford in Back and Forth Battle: Stats, Observations

NC State baseball traveled all the way across the country for a crucial conference series against Stanford. The Wolfpack, still dealing with an array of injuries, particularly in the pitching staff, battled in a back-and-forth affair at the Sunken Diamond, but couldn't hang on in the end, losing to the Cardinal 6-5.

NHL News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / May 8

The Importance of NC State Baseball's Series Against Stanford

NC State baseball is back on the road for another weekend series after a one-week break from the trials of away games in ACC play. The Wolfpack can't get much further away from Raleigh than it will be for the three-game set coming up, as the program made the long trip across the country to face Stanford in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Justin Gainey News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / May 8

Gainey Hosts Five-Star Recruit For Unofficial Visit at NC State

RALEIGH — NC State men's basketball is in the midst of a transitional period after a surprising coaching change during the 2026 offseason. With Justin Gainey, a former player and alumnus, now at the helm of the program, the Wolfpack is shifting directions.

Dave Doeren News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / May 6

How Dave Doeren Can Finally Get 10 Wins in 2026

RALEIGH — Over the last 13 seasons, Dave Doeren has built NC State football into one of the most consistent and competitive football programs in the ACC.

Justin Gainey News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / May 5

Two Approaches Gainey Can Take For the Rest of NC State's Roster

RALEIGH — Since taking over the NC State men's basketball program at the beginning of April, first-year coach Justin Gainey has been busy assembling his first staff, creating a program strategy and identity and putting together his first roster.

Justin Gainey News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / May 3

Gainey, NC State Need to Consider Bringing Back Musa Sagnia

RALEIGH — The last time NC State fans saw Musa Sagnia, he fouled out of the First Four loss to Texas in a matter of a few minutes. It was yet another disappointing moment in the only year of the Will Wade era with the men's basketball program.

3 Standouts in NC State Baseball's Series Win Over Miami

RALEIGH — After losing back-to-back ACC series, NC State returned to Doak Field with hopes of fixing its latest shortcomings. Even with a thinner stable of arms in a three-game series against Miami, the Wolfpack did just enough to secure a series win, splitting Friday's doubleheader and then pulling away in a teeter-totter victory on Saturday.

North Carolina State Wolfpack News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / May 3

Wolfpack Gets Heroic Bullpen Effort From Anderson Nance

RALEIGH — With a pair of starting pitchers injured, NC State has leaned more on its bullpen than ever before, trusting young arms throughout the last three series.

Justin Gainey News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / May 2

What the Return of Paul McNeil Means for Justin Gainey's Wolfpack

RALEIGH — For first-year head coach Justin Gainey, there was always one task this offseason that stood out from the rest: Keep Paul McNeil home at NC State.

MLB News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / May 2

Christian Serrano Already Building His Own Legacy at NC State

RALEIGH — Christian Serrano watched his brother, Eli, be a massive contributor at NC State in 2023 and 2024. During that time, he quickly decided that he wanted to be a part of the Wolfpack when it was time to play college baseball.

North Carolina State Wolfpack News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / May 1

Gainey, NC State Turning to Different Transfer Portal Options

RALEIGH — The cupboard was always going to be nearly empty for Justin Gainey after he took over the NC State men's basketball program after former coach Will Wade bolted for LSU.

Wolfpack Baseball Set For Critical ACC Series Against Miami

RALEIGH — After a lengthy road trip, NC State baseball is finally back at home for a while. The Wolfpack needs to get things going in the ACC, sitting at 10-11 since the start of league play back in March.

Dave Doeren News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / April 30

Dave Doeren's Biggest Priorities for NC State After NFL Draft

RALEIGH — Dave Doeren is entering his 14th season as NC State's head coach, having just led the program to an 8-5 finish in 2025. Numerous key members of last season's roster left the team, 10 of them moving on to the NFL through the draft or signing as undrafted free agents in the hours following the ceremony.

North Carolina State Wolfpack News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / April 30

Wolfpack Poised For Another Key Frontcourt Visit

RALEIGH — NC State men's basketball coach Justin Gainey took over a program that had very little hope of retaining any of its players from the 2025-26 season following the departure of former coach Will Wade.

Justin Gainey News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / April 29

NC State Secures First High School Commitment of Justin Gainey Era

RALEIGH — Following the messy exit of former coach Will Wade, NC State needed to quickly flip a switch and get its men's basketball program back on track.

North Carolina State Wolfpack News / Yardbarker / April 24

KC Concepcion explains why he's excited to play with' Shedeur Sanders

KC Concepcion explains why he's excited to play with Browns' Shedeur Sanders

The Cleveland Browns aced the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft by addressing their two main needs: A new left tackle and a wide receiver.

Browns make eye-opening Shedeur Sanders decision in camp

Five most head-scratching picks in first round of 2026 NFL Draft

Winners, losers from first round of 2026 NFL Draft: Giants rock it, Steelers blow it

The 'Last debut starter to win by NFL team' quiz

North Carolina State Wolfpack News / Yardbarker / March 27

Five candidates to replace Will Wade as NC State's head coach

Will Wade is headed back to LSU after one season as the men's basketball head coach at NC State. The Wolfpack went 20-14 overall this past campaign and fell in the First Four of the 2026 NCAA Tournament to fellow No. 11 seed Texas.

Will Wade sends farewell message to NC State after LSU return

LSU, Will Wade reunion shows much has changed in college athletics since controversial previous exit

NC State AD Boo Corrigan uses Philip Rivers quote to throw shade at Will Wade after HC's exit

Jay Bilas points out NCAA issue as Will Wade heads back to LSU

The 'Men's Final Fours since 2000' quiz

Jay Bilas News / Larry Brown Sports / March 26

Jay Bilas points out NCAA issue as Will Wade heads back to LSU

The college basketball coaching carousel is spinning out of control, and it continued on Thursday with reports that Will Wade is expected to return to LSU.