I know many of you have already bought trees, but if you haven’t, please visit Tommy Burleson’s lot over in Cary. It’s right next to my church, and he’s been selling trees there for many years. You won’t see him this year it seems, but these trees are straight from his family farm in Newland, […]
Alums
Jerricho Cotchery is simply amazing
The following video is a must-see moment from this weekend’s NFL game between the New York Jets and the Cleveland Browns. For much more on Jerricho, we encourage you to spend some time here. For dozens of great conversations and Wolfpack coverage, click here. Need a tie to UNC because of the upcoming game this […]
Philip Rivers is Peter King’s MVP
Last week we highlighted the record setting season that Philip Rivers is putting together. (Click here) Rivers 2,649 yards are the most ever by an NFL quarterback in the first eight games of a season. Who did he pass? Now behind him is former Chargers QB, and Hall of Fame inductee, Dan Fouts whose old […]
Rivers is Rolling
NC State alum Philip Rivers had his fifth 300-yard game of the season, tying a career high he set last season, in a come-from-behind victory over the Titans yesterday. He completed 27 of 36 passes for 305 yards, with two TDs and one interception. The history Books: Rivers 2,649 yards are the most ever by […]
JJ Hickson about to make it big…or not?
The NBA started its 2010-2011 season last night to a ‘big whoop’ in these parts. I don’t even think our message boards had a single thread about ‘The League’s’ opening night. Nonetheless, the Cleveland Cavaliers and JJ Hickson open their season against the Boston Celtics tonight. From page 76 of the August 30th, 2010 […]
Wade Moore working his way to Washington
Named after Wade Boggs, the 23 year-old Wade Moore (Bats: L / Throws: R) is one of the best pure athletes Rowan County has produced. Initially committing to the Tarheels, Wade changed his mind and decided to lace up at Doak Field. After a rocky road, he earned a starting spot as a Junior… only […]
Updated: Former Wolfpack Club Exec to be named UNCW AD this afternoon
Jimmy Bass, former Associate Executive Director of the Wolfpack Club, has met with the UNCW AD search committee. Bass was the first full time fundraiser and executive director of the UNCW Seahawk Club (1986-1989). In his three years he helped to increase membership from 250 to 1,100. As Associate Executive Director of the Wolfpack Club […]
Former WR Chris Coleman back in football
NCSU alumnus Chris Coleman is amidst his first season as Lenoir-Rhyne University’s Wide Receivers Coach. Coleman joined Fred Goldsmith’s staff after spending the past six years as a licensed real estate broker in Charlotte, N.C. Professionally, Chris played for the NFL’s Tennessee Titans (2000-02), NFL’s Europe Amsterdam, the Orlando Predators of the Arena Football League […]
NFL Open Entry
Today is a big day for NC State alums in the NFL. Of particular interest to me is the Houston Texans hosting the Dallas Cowboys. Houston’s defense is coordinated by former NC State linebacker, Frank Bush, and anchored by Wolfpack great, Mario Williams. (Click here for a recent look at Super Mario) As a little […]
Andrew Brackman Called Up To Yanks [Updated 12:45]
Despite conflicting reports on the internet, SFN has confirmed that former NC State hoops and baseball standout Andrew Brackman has been called up to the Major Leagues by the New York Yankees. Former Moeller [HS] standout Andrew Brackman was called up by the Yankees today. He reports to New York on Tuesday. Brackman was selected […]
