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While Pitt's offense continues to click, don't forget how defense steps up on the money downs
Oct. 7—Back when Pat Narduzzi was playing linebacker for Youngstown State and Rhode Island, he knew a third-down stop meant success. Series over, offense trudging to the bench, punt or field-goal try upcoming. That was in the 1980s and even into the next century, to be honest, which might as well be eons ago with the way the game has evolved. Today, thanks to advanced analytical studies and ...
Wakefield men’s soccer remains perfect in conference play
On Oct. 3, Wakefield High School faced Millbrook on the road for a NAC-6 conference matchup. The Wolverines entered the game 3-0 in conference play, No. 1 in the NAC-6. The Millbrook Wildcats narrowly trailed with a 2-1 NAC-6 record. The winner would take the No. 1 spot in the conference with only three weeks remaining. Wakefield emerged victorious, taking […] The post Wakefield men’s soccer remains perfect in conference play first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
HBCU suspends athletic competition for the 2024-2025 season
Saint Augustine’s University will not participate in athletics sponsored by the Central Athletic Association for the remainder of the 2024-25 academic year. The CIAA announced this suspension on Friday, citing SAU’s failure to meet conference compliance requirements, as well as concerns about the university’s ability to fulfill NCAA sports sponsorship and scheduling obligations.
Pitt moves into No. 22 spot in AP Poll after road win against North Carolina
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- Pitt has moved into the No. 22 spot on the AP's Top 25 poll after beating North Carolina on Saturday. Pitt went on the road to face North Carolina and came home with a 34-24 win over the Tarheels.The Panthers remain undefeated and are now 5-0 for the first time since 1991. Pitt's resurgence this season has been sparked by the play of freshman quarterback Eli Holstein, who transferred to the team after a redshirt season at Alabama.Holstein has thrown for more than 1,500 yards in five games, completing 112 of 171 passes with 15 touchdowns and only three interceptions. He's also rushed for 265 yards and three touchdowns. Pitt hasn't been 6-0 to start a season since 1982. The Panthers will be back at home on Saturday as they prepare to host the visiting California Golden Bears.Kickoff against Cal is set for 3:30 p.m. at Acrisure Stadium.
NCCU men's basketball coach Moton, Chancellor Dixon honored this weekend in Durham
Dozens of Triangle leaders and trailblazers were honored in the Bull City Saturday, including a big award from President Joe Biden.Durham Mayor Leo Williams, North Carolina Central University Chancellor Karrie Dixon and NCCU men's head basketball coach LeVelle Moton received the 2024 President's Lifetime Achievement Award.It goes to people who have dedicated thousands of hours to helping others.Chancellor Dixon was recognized for her commitment to service and higher public education. Coach Moton for his dedication to helping others both on and off the court.LeVelle Moton will be recognized with the 2024 President's Lifetime Achievement Award, which is given to Americans for remarkable service in the community.Many others doing great things in the community were also recognized, like Alfonzo Grafton."I didn't think it was real because I didn't think anyone was watching me like that," he said. "My sisters then told me it was...I really didn't get -- to be honest with you -- excited until today when it really hit me: 'I'm getting an award'."Additionally, the medal recipients got a letter from President Biden.
NC State opens as field goal underdogs at home vs. Syracuse
RALEIGH, N.C. -- It was a Justin Joly touchdown reception with just 13:08 left in the game that put the Wolfpack in a good position up two scores against the Deamon Deacons on Saturday. After that, the wheels fell off for NC State, giving up two long scoring drives in the final stages of the fourth quarter to Wake Forest to fall to 3-3 (0-2 ACC) on the season. The final result only compounded what was a tough afternoon for the Pack as starting quarterback Grayson McCall was knocked out of the game following a scary hit in the first quarter that forced him to be carted off.
Millbrook sophomore LB Quinton Cypher is up to 11 Power 4 offers
Quinton Cypher is a linebacker prospect from Millbrook High School in Raleigh, Wake County. His older brother Holden was a state champion wrestler at Millbrook. Oct. 5, 9:32 p.m. - Cypher picked up his 11th Power 4 offer/14th Division I offer today. This one came from Virginia Tech. It is the 5th ACC offer already for a player just halfway through his sophomore season.
Day After: Free Fallin' After Third Straight Loss
North Carolina lost its third straight game, this time a 34-24 loss to Pittsburgh in Kenan Stadium. Mack Brown’s team played well enough to be in a tie game in the fourth quarter but could not get critical stops late as Eli Holstein and the Panthers won for the first time ever in Chapel Hill. Buck Sanders, Jason Staples and Tommy Ashley break down the loss as the Tar Heels continue to fall after a 3-0 start to the season.
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