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  1. 2d ago

    App State STUNS Unbeaten JMU 34-31 in OT! | Bold North State Tailgate

    UNBEATEN NO MORE! App State knocks off James Madison 34-31 in overtime at The Rock, sealing the upset with James London’s winning 40-yard field goal.From Kidd Brewer Stadium in Boone, Mike Waddell and David Glenn recap a memorable night on the Muscle Milk BOLD NORTH STATE Tailgate Tour—and the biggest victory of head coach Dowell Loggains’ second season.Appalachian State matched JMU in the trenches, used quarterbacks Malachi Singleton and Henry Hasselbeck, and held Sun Belt leading rusher George Pettaway in check. A late interception by Colton Ferris helped set up a crucial score before the Mountaineers’ defense delivered again in overtime.After JMU missed its overtime field goal, London finished the job—and a national television audience watched The Rock celebrate.PLUS: What this win means for App State’s remaining schedule, previews of NC State at Stanford and Duke at Virginia, and upcoming Tailgate Tour stops in Lexington, Wake Forest–Virginia and Miami–North Carolina.CHAPTERS00:00 Boone Game Recap00:38 Why This Win Matters01:33 Keys to the Upset02:58 What It Means Next04:09 Overtime Breakdown05:30 Defensive Heroes08:42 NC State and Duke Preview11:29 Tailgate Tour Next Stops12:33 Player Shoutouts and Thanks13:52 Final Sign-Off🥛 Muscle Milk BOLD NORTH STATE Tailgate Tour📍 Stop #9 | Kidd Brewer Stadium | Boone, NCSubscribe to the North Carolina Sports Network and follow @TheNCSportsNet.WATCH on YouTube.LISTEN wherever you get your podcasts.READ at NCSportsNetwork.com.#AppState #JMU #CollegeFootball #MuscleMilk #BoldNorthState

  2. 4d ago

    UNC, NC State & Duke: Week 8 Tests + App State vs Unbeaten JMU | David Glenn Show

    UNC hosts Syracuse, NC State heads to Stanford & Duke visits Virginia—while unbeaten James Madison brings a Thursday night challenge to Boone. Chris Edwards & David Glenn preview Week 8 of the 2026 college football season on THE DAVID GLENN SHOW, exclusively on the North Carolina Sports Network. 🏈 NORTH CAROLINA MATCHUPS• NC State at Stanford: Breaking down the Wolfpack’s trip west.• Duke at Virginia: Key matchups for the Blue Devils on the road.• Syracuse at UNC: How the Orange’s quarterback uncertainty shapes Carolina’s preparation.• ECU at Memphis: A Thursday night opportunity for the Pirates.• James Madison at App State: The Mountaineers welcome unbeaten JMU to Kidd Brewer Stadium. 🔥 ACC & NATIONAL SPOTLIGHTVirginia Tech visits Clemson, Ole Miss battles Texas & Houston heads to Utah. DG examines the stakes & shares the unusual background of Utah head coach Morgan Scalley. 🎯 WHO ARE THE ACC’S TOP QUARTERBACKS?DG reveals his midseason All-ACC quarterback selections, featuring Miami’s Darian Mensah, SMU’s Kevin Jennings & Wake Forest’s Gio Lopez, while exploring the conference’s depth at the position. PLUS: Wake Forest offensive coordinator Rob Ezell, standout performers at Campbell, Elon & Johnson C. Smith, fun facts from across college football & a preview of the Muscle Milk BOLD NORTH STATE TAILGATE stop in Boone. ⏱️ CHAPTERS00:00 Show Open & Welcome02:17 Week 7 Winners & Week 8 Setup03:23 NC State at Stanford Preview06:42 Duke at Virginia Preview10:33 UNC vs Syracuse Preview15:39 ECU at Memphis & App State vs JMU20:44 ACC & National Week 8 Slate21:35 Virginia Tech at Clemson Breakdown25:06 Ole Miss at Texas Stakes28:37 Houston at Utah Spotlight32:59 Coaches & Quarterbacks33:25 Midseason All-ACC QB Picks39:19 Fun Facts & Shout-Outs40:31 ACC Quarterback Boom42:43 Standout Performers Across Levels53:35 Closing Thanks & Wrap-Up SUBSCRIBE to the North Carolina Sports Network & follow @TheNCSportsNet for coverage across the Bold North State. WATCH on YouTubeREAD at https://NCSportsNetwork.comFOLLOW @DavidGlennShow #CollegeFootball #DavidGlenn #NCSN #BoldNorthState #MuscleMilk

  3. 5d ago

    Mack Brown on the State of College Football & What It Takes To Win

    What will it take to fix college football—and who is willing to lead?Hall of Fame coach Mack Brown joins Mike Waddell, Coach Jim Collins & Nolan Jones on THE COACHES ROOM for a candid conversation about NIL, transfer portal chaos, North Carolina recruiting & the growing financial divide reshaping the sport.Brown shares his perspective on building a winning culture when rosters keep changing, the influence of donors, leadership under pressure & what players and programs need from the people making the decisions.Before Brown joins, the panel debates a proposed 24-team College Football Playoff, a crowded recruiting calendar & whether transfer fees could help compensate smaller programs that develop players for wealthier schools.PLUS: Brown’s stories from Appalachian State, Boone & Linville Golf Club; memories of UNC’s wild 63–61 win at App State in 2022; reflections on Tylee Craft, Mitch Mason & James Spurling; & a tribute to the unforgettable voice of Woody Durham.🏈 IN THIS EPISODE• Would a 24-team playoff solve problems—or create more?• NIL, player contracts & the true cost of transferring• Why keeping North Carolina talent in-state is so difficult• Conference money, realignment & donor influence• Building trust, accountability & culture in a changing sport• Mack Brown’s coaching memories, relationships & leadership lessons👇 What is the ONE change you would make to improve college football? Tell us in the comments.Subscribe to the North Carolina Sports Network & turn on notifications for more THE COACHES ROOM, interviews & conversations from across the Bold North State.WATCH: Right here on the North Carolina Sports NetworkREAD: https://NCSportsNetwork.comFOLLOW: @TheNCSportsNetCHAPTERS00:00 Welcome to THE COACHES ROOM01:51 The Debate Over a 24-Team Playoff04:32 College Football’s Calendar Crunch05:14 Transfer Fees & Player Contracts08:21 The Hidden Costs of Transferring10:53 Fans, Social Media & Trust in Coaches17:40 Setting the Stage for Mack Brown20:55 Mack Brown Joins THE COACHES ROOM22:11 Remembering James Spurling25:12 Tylee Craft’s Lasting Legacy33:40 Stories From Linville Golf Club36:28 Memories of Boone37:06 A Moonshine Roadside Story37:59 More Stories From the Mountains40:13 The People Who Make App State Special42:09 UNC–App State’s 124-Point Shootout46:45 Nolan Jones’ Locker Room Perspective48:39 A Tough Day for the Defenses50:13 North Carolina’s In-State Recruiting Challenge54:40 NIL, Loyalty & Relationships01:00:09 Realignment & the Conference Money Gap01:06:10 Donors & the Resources to Win01:10:08 Concerns About Playoff Expansion01:10:57 A Playoff Proposal for Smaller Conferences01:13:26 Building Culture in the NIL Era01:14:50 Should Roster Pay Be Public?01:16:30 The Billionaire Athletic Director Blueprint01:22:17 Coaching Hires & Donor Influence01:25:54 Transfer Portal Chaos & Stress01:27:26 Finding Balance & Alignment01:29:36 Why the Best Leaders Simplify01:32:28 Rose Bowl Speech Stories01:38:31 Rivalry Emotions & the Fallout01:41:55 Remembering Woody Durham01:43:32 Final Thanks & Signoff#MackBrown #CollegeFootball #NCSN #BoldNorthState #UNC

  4. Oct 18

    Bill Belichick’s First Big Four Win: UNC 24 Duke 20: Postgame Wrap from Durham

    The Victory Bell belongs to Carolina! UNC beats Duke 24-20 at Wallace Wade Stadium, delivering Bill Belichick’s first Big Four rivalry win in another dramatic chapter of this North Carolina showdown.Mike Waddell, David Glenn & Coach Jim Collins break it all down from Durham on the Muscle Milk BOLD NORTH STATE Tailgate Tour, exclusively on the North Carolina Sports Network.UNC raced to a 17-0 lead before Duke rallied for a 20-17 advantage. The Tar Heels answered with a late game-winning touchdown drive & a final defensive stand to bring home the Bell—the fifth straight meeting decided by one possession.🏈 HOW CAROLINA WONUNC’s resilience after costly mistakes, the response from Jordan Shipp & Jalen McGill, & the execution that made the difference with the game on the line.🔔 WHERE DUKE MISSED ITS CHANCEThe Blue Devils’ comeback, Nate Sheppard’s impact on the ground & how a limited vertical passing attack shaped Duke’s offensive options.🛡️ THE DETAILS THAT DECIDED ITCoach Collins & DG examine Carolina’s improved defensive discipline, key individual efforts & the turnovers, penalties & special teams mistakes that kept this rivalry game hanging in the balance.Plus, a look ahead to the next NCSN stop: Boone for James Madison at Appalachian State!CHAPTERS00:00 UNC Wins the Victory Bell01:14 Bouncing Back After Mistakes02:10 Coach Collins Breaks Down the Comebacks04:01 Duke’s Offensive Limitations08:23 The Details Behind UNC’s Defense12:07 Key Stops & Standout Performances13:37 Final Takeaways & Next Stop: Boone14:36 NCSN OutroSUBSCRIBE for more coverage of UNC, Duke & college football across the Bold North State.WATCH: YouTube.com/@TheNCSportsNetREAD: https://NCSportsNetwork.comFOLLOW: @TheNCSportsNet#UNC #Duke #VictoryBell #CollegeFootball #MuscleMilk #BoldNorthState #NCSN

  5. Oct 16

    Brad Brownell on Clemson’s Rise, NIL & Building to Last | The David Glenn Interview

    Three straight NCAA Tournament appearances. An Elite Eight run. An 18–2 ACC season. Brad Brownell explains how Clemson basketball built its momentum — & what it takes to sustain success in the era of NIL & the transfer portal.Entering his 17th season leading the Tigers, Brownell joins THE DAVID GLENN INTERVIEW, exclusively on the North Carolina Sports Network, to discuss the work behind Clemson’s rise, a reshaped coaching staff & his belief that retaining players remains essential to building a program.From investments at Littlejohn Coliseum to recruiting, player development & institutional support, Brownell traces the progress that helped change expectations for Clemson basketball. He also explains why the Tigers’ next step begins with relationships, roster continuity & finding players who fit.🐅 WHY CLEMSON FEELS LIKE HOMEBrownell reflects on his long tenure, the relationships he has built & the stability that has allowed his vision to develop.🏀 THE WORK BEHIND THE BREAKTHROUGHA closer look at Clemson’s recent NCAA Tournament success, the 2024 Elite Eight run & an 18–2 ACC record with a second-place finish in 2025.🌴 A CHANGING NATIONAL REPUTATIONWhat opportunities such as the Dickie V Classic & an upcoming Maui trip say about how Clemson basketball is viewed beyond the ACC.🤝 NEW STAFF, SHARED STANDARDSBrownell discusses significant offseason staff changes, new hires & the general manager’s role in a changing college basketball operation.🇮🇹 LESSONS FROM ITALYHow a summer trip gave younger players valuable experience amid injuries — & helped the staff learn more about the roster.🔄 RETENTION, THE PORTAL & NILWhy keeping players is central to Brownell’s approach, how he evaluates transfers from mid-major programs & the challenge of assembling a team with a new playing style.There’s room for a little humor along the way, too — including a memorable exchange about pronouncing Fuchs.What stands out most about Brownell’s approach to building Clemson basketball? Share your thoughts in the comments.CHAPTERS00:00 Welcome Coach Brownell01:34 Why Clemson Feels Like Home02:51 Explaining Clemson’s Three-Year Surge04:42 Changing the Program’s National Perception05:26 New Staff & General Manager08:30 Italy Trip Takeaways10:13 New Roster, New Style11:55 Retention & the Transfer Portal13:13 Keeping Players in the Program14:56 The Fuchs Name Joke16:02 Evaluating Mid-Major Transfers17:02 Sign-Off & Network PromoSubscribe to the North Carolina Sports Network for THE DAVID GLENN INTERVIEW — personal conversations with the people shaping sports across the Bold North State & beyond.READ: https://NCSportsNetwork.comFOLLOW: @DavidGlennShow & @TheNCSportsNet#BradBrownell #ClemsonBasketball #Clemson #DavidGlennInterview #DavidGlenn #NCSN #BoldNorthState

  6. Oct 16

    Jeff Capel on Pitt’s Rebuild, Growing up in Fayetteville & Finding Peace | The David Glenn Interview

    Jeff Capel opens up about rebuilding Pitt basketball, facing uncertainty about his future & finding peace in knowing he had given the program everything he had.On THE DAVID GLENN INTERVIEW, exclusively on the North Carolina Sports Network, the Panthers’ head coach joins DG for a candid conversation about the personal demands of coaching, the realities of NIL & the relationships behind a roster rebuild.Capel reflects on an emotional finish to last season & explains how Pitt’s competitiveness and resilience helped lay the groundwork for recruiting. He also discusses turning to familiar ACC talent in the transfer portal, building around a pass-first point guard & establishing an identity with a new group.🏀 REBUILDING WITH FAMILIAR ACC TALENTWhy Capel targeted players he knew from conference competition & how those relationships helped create a foundation for Pitt’s new roster.💬 JOB UNCERTAINTY, PRESSURE & PERSPECTIVEAn honest reflection on public questions about his future, the demands of a results-driven profession & his sense of peace after giving everything to the program.🏡 HIS NORTH CAROLINA ROOTSWhat returning to the state means to Capel & the personal connections that remain part of his story.🔑 NATE GEORGE’S ROLECapel breaks down George’s passing instincts, work ethic & potential to organize the Panthers’ offense while helping new teammates come together.🌱 FRESHMEN & TEAM IDENTITYHis early impressions of Pitt’s young players, the qualities he values & how player development fits into his roster-building philosophy.❤️ REMEMBERING CHRIS SPATOLACapel honors Spatola’s character, service & the impact he made on the people who knew him.What stood out most from Coach Capel’s conversation with DG? Share your thoughts in the comments.CHAPTERS00:00 Welcome Back, Jeff Capel01:12 Rebuilding Through the ACC Transfer Portal03:19 Reflecting on Job Uncertainty05:30 Finding Peace & Perspective07:42 North Carolina Roots08:58 Breaking Down Nate George’s Game11:01 The Roster-Building Blueprint12:02 Freshmen & Coaching Philosophy14:24 Remembering Chris Spatola16:04 Closing & Network PromoSubscribe to the North Carolina Sports Network for THE DAVID GLENN INTERVIEW — personal conversations with the people shaping sports across the Bold North State & beyond.READ: https://NCSportsNetwork.comFOLLOW: @DavidGlennShow & @TheNCSportsNet#JeffCapel #PittBasketball #Pitt #DavidGlennInterview #DavidGlenn #NCSN #BoldNorthState

  7. Oct 16

    Steve Forbes: Why Wake Forest is Ready for the Next Challenge

    For Steve Forbes, the NCAA Tournament is a daily pursuit. But his perspective on coaching reaches beyond basketball — to family, resilience & appreciating the moments before they slip away.The Wake Forest head coach joins THE DAVID GLENN INTERVIEW, exclusively on the North Carolina Sports Network, for a candid conversation about life at home, stories from the recruiting road & building the Demon Deacons in an era of NIL & constant roster movement.Forbes shares an update on his wife Johnetta’s recovery, explains the meaning behind his “sands through the hourglass” message & discusses why Wake Forest’s “books & basketball” identity remains central to his program.There’s plenty of personality, too: Halloween costumes, a nearly stolen car in Detroit & a charity dunk tank appearance that kept sending him into the water.🎃 FAMILY, RECOVERY & HALLOWEENAn update on Johnetta three years after her stroke & following knee replacement surgery, plus the couple’s Halloween costume tradition that began at Wichita State & grew at ETSU.🚗 LESSONS FROM THE RECRUITING ROADThe travel, unexpected encounters & experiences that helped shape Forbes’ coaching approach — including a close call with his car in Detroit.⌛ MAKING THE MOMENTS COUNTWhy his hourglass message challenges players & coaches to recognize how quickly careers pass & appreciate the people along the way.🏀 BUILDING WAKE IN A CHANGING GAMEForbes addresses NIL, the transfer portal & player departures while explaining what remains essential to Wake Forest’s identity.🎩 RESPECT FOR JAKE DICKERTWhat stands out to Forbes about Wake’s football coach & his approach to building a program.🔥 YOUNG TALENT & NCAA TOURNAMENT GOALSHis assessment of freshmen big men Gallagher & Gavin Placide, their potential impact & the work required to get the Demon Deacons into March Madness.What stood out most from Coach Forbes’ conversation with DG? Share your thoughts in the comments.CHAPTERS00:00 Welcome Coach Forbes01:01 Johnetta’s Health Update01:25 Halloween Costume Tradition02:49 Road Stories & Coaching DNA04:32 The Hourglass Message05:37 The Wake Forest Job & a Changing Game07:37 Transfer Portal & NIL Reality08:59 Charity Dunk Tank Story10:00 Thoughts on Jake Dickert10:48 Freshmen Twins’ Impact11:51 NCAA Tournament Mindset13:11 Wrap-Up & Network OutroSubscribe to the North Carolina Sports Network for THE DAVID GLENN INTERVIEW — personal conversations with the people shaping sports across the Bold North State & beyond.READ: https://NCSportsNetwork.comFOLLOW: @DavidGlennShow & @TheNCSportsNet#SteveForbes #WakeForest #WakeBasketball #DavidGlennInterview #DavidGlenn #NCSN #BoldNorthState

  8. Oct 16

    How Jon Scheyer Keeps Duke Basketball Elite | The David Glenn Interview

    Jon Scheyer opens up about his commitment to Duke, the tournament losses that still motivate him & the relationships shaping his journey as the Blue Devils’ head coach.On this episode of THE DAVID GLENN INTERVIEW, exclusively on the North Carolina Sports Network, David Glenn goes beyond the sidelines with Scheyer for a personal conversation about family, leadership & the demands of building a championship contender.Scheyer addresses reported NBA interest from the Dallas Mavericks, explains why his future remains at Duke & reflects on the unfinished business following painful NCAA Tournament losses to Houston & UConn.He also shares a glimpse of life at home — raising four children under nine, grilling & enjoying pasta — before discussing the players, principles & expectations defining his next Duke team.🔵 HIS COMMITMENT TO DUKEWhy Scheyer embraces the opportunity to lead the Blue Devils & how he views his long-term future in Durham.🏀 THE LESSONS OF TOURNAMENT HEARTBREAKHow season-ending losses shape his perspective, preparation & determination to take the next step.🤝 HIS RELATIONSHIP WITH COACH KThe continuing guidance of Mike Krzyzewski & the value of having a trusted mentor who understands the responsibility of leading Duke.😈 BUILDING A TEAM THAT SHARES THE LOADScheyer discusses roster continuity, emerging leaders & the challenge of establishing clear roles while blending returning players with newcomers. He also explains why this team could feature a more balanced scoring approach.❤️ REMEMBERING CHRIS SPATOLAScheyer reflects on a meaningful friendship & the impact Spatola had on those around him.Get to know the coach, father & competitor behind one of college basketball’s most prominent programs.What stood out to you from Scheyer’s conversation with DG? Share your thoughts in the comments.CHAPTERS00:00 Welcome Jon Scheyer00:57 Life With Four Kids01:57 Grilling & Cooking02:26 NBA Interest & Duke03:17 Handling Tournament Heartbreak04:29 Coach K’s Mentorship05:08 Roster Returnees & Roles06:02 Sponsor Break06:44 No Single Superstar07:50 Building the Roster Mix08:31 Remembering Chris Spatola09:25 Network Sign-OffSubscribe to the North Carolina Sports Network for THE DAVID GLENN INTERVIEW — personal conversations with the people shaping sports across the Bold North State & beyond.READ: https://NCSportsNetwork.comFOLLOW: @DavidGlennShow & @TheNCSportsNet#JonScheyer #DukeBasketball #DavidGlennInterview #DavidGlenn #NCSN #BoldNorthState

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