Tuffy Talk

Tuffy Talk
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  1. 6D AGO

    NC State's Super Regional Week + Gainey's Blueprint & Baseball's Road Test | Tuffy Talk Live

    Send us Fan Mail Pack Nation — we're back at 8:30 PM and tonight we're covering it all. We start with NC State women's tennis. ACC Champions. Seven straight Sweet 16s. This week they host the Super Regional at J.W. Isenhour Tennis Center on May 8-9 with a trip to the Final Four in Athens on the line. We break down the matchup, the path, and whether this team can make a run at a national title. Then we shift to the men's basketball roster. Gainey has built something real — Hammond, Edmead, Evans, McNeil, Adams, Yalaho, Keene, and now Kingston Whitty as the first high school commit. But we're keeping it honest tonight. What's still missing? Is the frontcourt deep enough? Can Darius Adams bounce back from a rough freshman year? We're asking the hard questions. On the women's basketball side, Wes Moore is reloading fast. Khamil Pierre is back. Desiree Wooten just committed out of Colorado — 13.4 PPG, All-Big 12 Honorable Mention. Khady Leye adds size. Two top-100 freshmen coming in. But Trygger and Jones are gone. Is this roster better, worse, or just different? And baseball heads to Stanford on Friday for the first regular season meeting ever between these programs — last time they played was the 2021 College World Series. NC State won that one 10-4. The road struggles are real this year though. Can this team finally win away from Doak when it matters? 🐺🐺🐺🐺🐺  Do you LOVE to Barbecue??? Check out our sponsor Oconee Gold Small Batch, https://oconeegoldbbqsauce.com/, and all of their BBQ Sauce varieties including a DELICIOUS rub and merchandise! Use Code “TUFFYTALK” to get 15% off of our ENTIRE order today! Please also go check out our sponsor Flatlands Jessup Group, Website: www.flatlandsjessup.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flatlandsjessup Instagram: @flatlandsjessup 🐺🐺🐺🐺🐺  Please give this podcast a 5 Star Rating if you enjoyed the episode and want more of our weekly episodes! Don't forget to follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @TuffyTalkNow  Enjoy! Support the show

    1h 36m

  2. APR 28

    Paul McNeil's Future, Women's Tennis NCAA Draw & The Gainey Blueprint | Tuffy Talk Live

    Send us Fan Mail Pack Nation — we're back. Tonight we react to NC State women's tennis finding out their NCAA Tournament fate. ACC Champions. Beat the No. 1 team in the country in Cary. Mia Slama won MVP. Now they're heading to the Dance — and we break down the bracket, the seed, and how far this team can go. Then it's time to talk about the elephant in the room. Paul McNeil. Three coaching staffs. Two years of loyalty. One decision. Stay in Raleigh, chase the bag somewhere like Kentucky or Texas Tech, or take his shot at the pros. We break down every scenario and what it means for this program. Speaking of the program — Justin Gainey has built something real. Hammond. Edmead. Evans. Yalaho. Keene. Five commits with five different roles. We dig into what this roster looks like, what it still needs, and whether Gainey can build a tournament team in one portal window. We also get into the baseball road struggles — what's going wrong, what Rett Johnson is doing right, and whether the pitching can stabilize before it's too late. 🐺🐺🐺🐺🐺  Do you LOVE to Barbecue??? Check out our sponsor Oconee Gold Small Batch, https://oconeegoldbbqsauce.com/, and all of their BBQ Sauce varieties including a DELICIOUS rub and merchandise! Use Code “TUFFYTALK” to get 15% off of our ENTIRE order today! Please also go check out our sponsor Flatlands Jessup Group, Website: www.flatlandsjessup.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flatlandsjessup Instagram: @flatlandsjessup 🐺🐺🐺🐺🐺  Please give this podcast a 5 Star Rating if you enjoyed the episode and want more of our weekly episodes! Don't forget to follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @TuffyTalkNow  Enjoy! Support the show

    1h 34m

  3. APR 21

    NC State Beats #1 Virginia for ACC Title + Gainey Portal Watch | Tuffy Talk Live

    Send us Fan Mail The Pack had a weekend. Let's break it all down. NC State women's tennis did something special in Cary on Sunday — the 3-seed took down No. 1 Virginia to win the ACC Championship. Second title in program history. First since 2023. Tonight we talk about how they got there, what it means, and what to expect when the NCAA Tournament bracket drops. Then we shift to the Gainey rebuild. Christian Hammond. Preston Edmead. Two commits in, nine guys out, and rumors swirling around Bishop Boswell. We're breaking down exactly what Gainey has, what he still needs, and whether he can actually build a tournament-caliber roster in one portal window. And we don't let the baseball weekend off the hook. 40 runs allowed in two games at Wake Forest is not a vibe. Rett Johnson went 5-for-5 in Game 3 to save the sweep, and Ryder Garino gave us a shutdown pen outing — but the Pack heads to Virginia Tech this week and things have to be tighter. We get into it. 🐺🐺🐺🐺🐺  Do you LOVE to Barbecue??? Check out our sponsor Oconee Gold Small Batch, https://oconeegoldbbqsauce.com/, and all of their BBQ Sauce varieties including a DELICIOUS rub and merchandise! Use Code “TUFFYTALK” to get 15% off of our ENTIRE order today! Please also go check out our sponsor Flatlands Jessup Group, Website: www.flatlandsjessup.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flatlandsjessup Instagram: @flatlandsjessup 🐺🐺🐺🐺🐺  Please give this podcast a 5 Star Rating if you enjoyed the episode and want more of our weekly episodes! Don't forget to follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @TuffyTalkNow  Enjoy! Support the show

    2h 8m

  4. APR 14

    FIRST BLOOD in the Portal — Gainey Gets His Guy & We React LIVE | Tuffy Talk LIVE

    Send us Fan Mail 🐺🔴 The Justin Gainey era at NC State is officially underway — and tonight we are breaking it ALL down LIVE with the Tuffy Talk crew! Christian Hammond out of Santa Clara has become the FIRST commit of the Gainey era, and Wolfpack Nation should be excited. We dive into who he is, what he brings to the table, and what this signing says about the direction Gainey is taking this program. We also get into the full transfer portal picture — who's leaving, who Gainey is targeting, and whether Paul McNeil is coming back. The portal closes April 21st and every day matters. 🔥 TONIGHT'S TOPICS: ⚾ NC State Baseball is ROLLING — Pack9 recap and road trip ahead 🏈 NC State Football Spring Wrap-Up — Is 2026 a 10-win season waiting to happen? 🏀 Gainey's First Portal Commit — Christian Hammond breakdown 🏀 Transfer Portal chaos — who's in, who's out, what's next 🏆 NC State Athletics earns Top 12 in the Learfield Directors' Cup — the program is THRIVING #NCState #GoPack #CollegeBasketball #TransferPortal #CollegeBaseball #TuffyTalk 🐺🐺🐺🐺🐺  Do you LOVE to Barbecue??? Check out our sponsor Oconee Gold Small Batch, https://oconeegoldbbqsauce.com/, and all of their BBQ Sauce varieties including a DELICIOUS rub and merchandise! Use Code “TUFFYTALK” to get 15% off of our ENTIRE order today! Please also go check out our sponsor Flatlands Jessup Group, Website: www.flatlandsjessup.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flatlandsjessup Instagram: @flatlandsjessup 🐺🐺🐺🐺🐺  Please give this podcast a 5 Star Rating if you enjoyed the episode and want more of our weekly episodes! Don't forget to follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @TuffyTalkNow  Enjoy! Support the show

    1h 49m

  5. APR 7

    The Gainey Era Starts NOW 🔴 NC State Portal News + Baseball Rolling 🔥 I TUFFY TALK LIVE SHOW

    Send us Fan Mail Get ready for a packed show as we break down everything happening around NC State Wolfpack! 🔴⚪️ We’re diving into Justin Gainey’s Introductory Press Conference—first impressions, key takeaways, and what it all means for the future of NC State Basketball. Plus, we’ve got the latest Transfer Portal news, including targets, departures, and how the roster is shaping up. On the diamond, we’re celebrating NC State Baseball’s HUGE sweep over Notre Dame Fighting Irish—what stood out, who’s heating up, and why this team is building serious momentum. 🔥 Full breakdowns 🔥 Live reactions & analysis 🔥 Fan chat interaction 🔥 And MUCH more from around Wolfpack Athletics Make sure to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and turn on notifications so you never miss a stream! #NCState #GoPack #CollegeBasketball #TransferPortal #CollegeBaseball #TuffyTalk 🐺🐺🐺🐺🐺  Do you LOVE to Barbecue??? Check out our sponsor Oconee Gold Small Batch, https://oconeegoldbbqsauce.com/, and all of their BBQ Sauce varieties including a DELICIOUS rub and merchandise! Use Code “TUFFYTALK” to get 15% off of our ENTIRE order today! Please also go check out our sponsor Flatlands Jessup Group, Website: www.flatlandsjessup.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flatlandsjessup Instagram: @flatlandsjessup 🐺🐺🐺🐺🐺  Please give this podcast a 5 Star Rating if you enjoyed the episode and want more of our weekly episodes! Don't forget to follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @TuffyTalkNow  Enjoy! Support the show

    1h 56m

  6. MAR 31

    From Wade to Gainey: A New Era for NC State Basketball? 👀 I TUFFY TALK LIVE SHOW

    Send us Fan Mail Join us LIVE on Tuffy Talk as we break down a massive week of news and storylines surrounding the NC State Wolfpack. There is a lot to discuss, and Wolfpack fans won’t want to miss this conversation. 🐺🔥 The biggest headline: Will Wade is leaving NC State Basketball for LSU Tigers men's basketball. What does this move mean for the future of the Wolfpack program? We’ll break down the timeline of events, reactions from fans, and what comes next for NC State as the program moves forward. We’ll also discuss the hiring of Justin Gainey, what he brings to NC State, and how this move could impact recruiting and the direction of NC State basketball going forward. Plus, we’ll take a look at the recent struggles for NC State Wolfpack baseball. What has gone wrong during this stretch, and what needs to change for the Pack to bounce back as the season continues? 💬 In this live stream we’ll cover: • Will Wade leaving for LSU and the fallout for NC State • The addition of Justin Gainey to the basketball staff • NC State Baseball’s recent struggles • Key storylines around NC State Athletics • Live reactions and chat with Wolfpack fans 🐺🐺🐺🐺🐺  Do you LOVE to Barbecue??? Check out our sponsor Oconee Gold Small Batch, https://oconeegoldbbqsauce.com/, and all of their BBQ Sauce varieties including a DELICIOUS rub and merchandise! Use Code “TUFFYTALK” to get 15% off of our ENTIRE order today! Please also go check out our sponsor Flatlands Jessup Group, Website: www.flatlandsjessup.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flatlandsjessup Instagram: @flatlandsjessup 🐺🐺🐺🐺🐺  Please give this podcast a 5 Star Rating if you enjoyed the episode and want more of our weekly episodes! Don't forget to follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @TuffyTalkNow  Enjoy! Support the show

    1h 42m

  7. MAR 24

    NATIONAL CHAMPION 🏆 Isaac Trumble Headlines Week for NC State | TUFFY TALK LIVE SHOW

    Send us Fan Mail Tune in to the latest episode of Tuffy Talk as we break down everything happening around NC State Wolfpack athletics! 🐺🔥 We’re starting with a HUGE moment for the Pack—Isaac Trumble captures the Heavyweight National Championship, cementing his place in Wolfpack history. We’ll dive into what this means for the program and just how dominant his run was. Plus, we’re keeping it real about a tough stretch for NC State baseball and basketball. What went wrong? What’s next? And how should fans feel moving forward? All that and much more as we talk headlines, reactions, and everything in between for Wolfpack Nation. 🐺🐺🐺🐺🐺  Do you LOVE to Barbecue??? Check out our sponsor Oconee Gold Small Batch, https://oconeegoldbbqsauce.com/, and all of their BBQ Sauce varieties including a DELICIOUS rub and merchandise! Use Code “TUFFYTALK” to get 15% off of our ENTIRE order today! Please also go check out our sponsor Flatlands Jessup Group, Website: www.flatlandsjessup.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flatlandsjessup Instagram: @flatlandsjessup 🐺🐺🐺🐺🐺  Please give this podcast a 5 Star Rating if you enjoyed the episode and want more of our weekly episodes! Don't forget to follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @TuffyTalkNow  Enjoy! Support the show

    1h 44m

  8. MAR 17

    NC State Tournament Bracket Reaction + Baseball Series Takeaways I TUFFY TALK LIVE SHOW

    Send us Fan Mail We’re going LIVE to break down everything happening in the world of NC State athletics! Join the conversation as we react to the NCAA Tournament seeding and path for both the NC State Men’s and Women’s Basketball teams, analyze what their road through March might look like, and discuss what it will take for the Pack to make a deep run. 🏀 We’ll also dive into NC State Baseball’s series win over Boston College, key performances from the weekend, and what it means for the team moving forward this season. ⚾ And of course, we’re covering ALL things NC State — news, reactions, fan questions, and more from across Wolfpack athletics. 🐺🐺🐺🐺🐺  Do you LOVE to Barbecue??? Check out our sponsor Oconee Gold Small Batch, https://oconeegoldbbqsauce.com/, and all of their BBQ Sauce varieties including a DELICIOUS rub and merchandise! Use Code “TUFFYTALK” to get 15% off of our ENTIRE order today! Please also go check out our sponsor Flatlands Jessup Group, Website: www.flatlandsjessup.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flatlandsjessup Instagram: @flatlandsjessup 🐺🐺🐺🐺🐺  Please give this podcast a 5 Star Rating if you enjoyed the episode and want more of our weekly episodes! Don't forget to follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @TuffyTalkNow  Enjoy! Support the show

    1h 22m
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Five State fans talking State Stuff. Please download our podcasts and DM us on Instagram or Twitter to let us know what you thought of the episode! Subscribe to our Youtube Channel as well to see our podcasts with video and get notifications when episodes are uploaded! Enjoy and stay safe. Go Pack!

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  • Creator
    Tuffy Talk
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    610
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Tuffy Talk
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