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1. Jonathan Mitchell Joins App State

   Jonathan Mitchell, a championship-winning player and elite player developer, is set to join App State Men’s Basketball as an assistant coach for the 2026-27 season. With a Gatorade Player of the Year pedigree, NBA G League experience, and a track record of turning programs around—including...

   Jun 2, 2026

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2. App State's 2026 APPSPY Awards: Celebrating Grit & Achievement

   App States 2026 APPSPY Awards highlight standout student-athletes and coaches, showcasing their athletic prowess and academic achievements. Savannah Dada-Mascoll and Ethan Lipham earn Female and Male Athlete of the Year, respectively. Annie Richards and JohnMark Bentley win Coach of the Year for...

   Apr 29, 2026

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3. Appalachian State's Luke Wilson Joins Syracuse

   Luke Wilson, a seven-foot center from Appalachian State, has committed to Syracuse, following a line of successful big men from Boone, North Carolina. Wilson averaged 10.7 points and 8.3 rebounds per game last season, earning Sun Belt Defensive Player of the Year honors. Coach Dustin Kerns…

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   Apr 28, 2026

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4. Syracuse Lands Defensive Star, Loses Shooter

   Syracuse Orange makes quick transfer moves, losing Tyler Betsey to BYU and gaining Luke Wilson from Appalachian State. Wilson, a Sun Belt Defensive Player of the Year, is expected to bolster the Oranges defense and interior game. More transfers on the way. Support the show: Get a discount at...

   Apr 21, 2026

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5. Purdue Eyes Transfer Portal for Rebuild

   Purdue Boilermakers season ends with a loss in March Madness, but coach Matt Painter is already looking to rebuild through the transfer portal. A potential target is Luke Wilson, a six-foot-nine center from Appalachian State, who could pair well with Caden Pierce, their first portal pickup.…

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   Apr 14, 2026

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6. App State Star Makes NBA Debut

   CJ Huntley, a former Appalachian State basketball star, made his NBA debut with the Phoenix Suns, scoring his first pro points and marking the end of a seventy-three-year drought for the program. After going undrafted, Huntley signed a two-way deal with Phoenix, impressing in the G League and...

   Mar 23, 2026

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7. Southern Miss Stuns App State in Sun Belt Tourney

   Southern Miss Stuns App State in Sun Belt Tournament, Advancing to Semifinals Southern Miss, the eighth seed, pulled off a major upset, defeating fourth-seeded App State 86-73 in the Sun Belt Tournament quarterfinals. The Golden Eagles built a 16-point halftime lead and held on for the 13-point...

   Mar 8, 2026

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8. App State Mountaineers' Sun Belt Tournament Journey

   App State Mountaineers secure number four seed in Sun Belt Tournament, with Luke Wilson earning Defensive Player of the Year honors. They face the winner of Southern Miss vs. Texas State in the first round, aiming for three straight wins to secure the leagues automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament....

   Mar 6, 2026

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9. App State Athletes Shine on Chancellor's & Dean's Lists

   Appalachian State Universitys student-athletes shine academically, with 229 earning spots on the Chancellors List or Deans List for the fall 2025 semester. The athletic department maintains a cumulative GPA above 3.0 for the 27th consecutive semester. Standout sports include soccer, softball…

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   Mar 3, 2026

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10. App State Battles, Falls to Coastal Carolina

    App State Mens Basketball Falls to Coastal Carolina in Close Game, Despite Leading for Most of the Match The App State mens basketball team suffered a tough loss to Coastal Carolina, despite leading for thirty-one minutes and by as much as thirteen points. The Mountaineers, now 10-8 overall and…

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    Mar 3, 2026

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11. App State Mountaineers Host James Madison

    App State Mountaineers host James Madison in a crucial Sun Belt East matchup, aiming to extend their impressive home record. With key scorers like Kasen Jennings and Alonzo Dodd, they look to capitalize on their strong defense and offensive rebounding. James Madison, led by Justin McBride, seeks…

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    Mar 3, 2026

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12. App State Basketball Hosts Old Dominion

    App State Mens Basketball Hosts Old Dominion in Crucial Sun Belt Matchup App State Mens Basketball, led by Coach Dustin Kerns, heads into a pivotal Sun Belt game against Old Dominion at the Holmes Center in Boone. The Mountaineers, with a 11-8 record and 4-3 Sun Belt standing, boast a top-ranked...

    Mar 3, 2026

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13. App State Basketball Dominates James Madison

    App State Mens Basketball Dominates James Madison in Home Opener: The Mountaineers surge to a 12-0 lead, control the glass, and hit over 50% from the field, securing an 80-65 victory. Alonzo Dodd and Kasen Jennings shine with 23 points each, including Jennings 1000th career point. Wilson swats a...

    Mar 3, 2026

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14. App State Hosts Louisiana, ULM in Home Stand

    App State Mens Basketball Hosts Louisiana and ULM in Back-to-Back Games, Seeking Home Court Advantage App State Mens Basketball hosts Louisiana Ragin Cajuns and ULM Warhawks in back-to-back games at the Holmes Center, aiming to maintain their strong home record and conference standing. The...

    Mar 3, 2026

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15. App State's Comeback Falls Short in 75-73 Loss

    App State mens basketball team mounts impressive comeback but falls short against Old Dominion, losing 75-73. Despite halftime deficit, Mountaineers outscored Monarchs by 17 in the second half, led by Alonzo Dodds career-high 27 points and nine assists. App State drops to 11-9, 4-4 in Sun Belt...

    Mar 3, 2026

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16. App State Dominates ULM, Wins 59-43

    App States mens basketball team secured a dominant victory over ULM, winning fifty-nine to forty-three. The Mountaineers defense shone, holding ULM to their lowest scoring output of the season. A late first-half run turned the game around, with App State outscoring ULM by eighteen points inside…

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    Mar 3, 2026

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17. Appalachian State vs Old Dominion: Sun Belt Showdown

    Appalachian State Mountaineers, with a 11-8 record, face Old Dominion Monarchs, 5-14, in a Sun Belt showdown. Mountaineers, riding high after a win over James Madison, boast a strong home record and close game victories. Monarchs, struggling in conference, rank high in 3-point shooting but have...

    Mar 3, 2026

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18. App State Basketball Seeks Road Win at Southern Miss

    App State Mens Basketball Aims for Three-Game Winning Streak in Hattiesburg App State mens basketball, currently at thirteen wins and nine losses, heads to Hattiesburg, Mississippi, for a crucial Sun Belt matchup against Southern Miss. The Mountaineers, with six wins and four losses in conference...

    Mar 3, 2026

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19. App State Basketball Dominates Ragin' Cajuns

    App States mens basketball team secured a decisive 72-58 win over Louisiana, showcasing a strong second-half performance. Jalen Tot led the charge with a season-high 21 points, all in the final twenty minutes. The Mountaineers dominated defensively, holding Louisiana under 60 points and below 40%...

    Mar 3, 2026

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20. App State Secures Road Win Over Southern Miss

    App State Mens Basketball Secures Gritty Road Win Over Southern Miss, 70-63 In a thrilling matchup, App State Mens Basketball emerged victorious with a hard-fought 70-63 win over Southern Miss. The Mountaineers showcased resilience, clutching onto a one-point lead with six minutes forty-seven...

    Mar 3, 2026

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21. App State vs Troy: Sun Belt Showdown

    App State Mountaineers face Troy Trojans in a crucial Sun Belt Conference matchup, with both teams leading the league in wins. App State, on a three-game winning streak, aims to keep pace with Troy, who boasts the top NET and KenPom rankings. The Mountaineers defense shines, while Troy averages...

    Mar 3, 2026

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22. App State Basketball Moves Games to Noon, Offers Free Admission

    App State Basketball Moves Games to Noon, Offers Free Admission

    Mar 3, 2026

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23. App State vs South Alabama: Sun Belt Showdown

    App State mens basketball, currently on a four-game winning streak, faces South Alabama in a crucial Sun Belt matchup. The Mountaineers, with a 15-9 record and 8-4 conference standing, aim to secure a fifth straight win and climb to second place. They boast a strong defense, holding opponents…

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    Mar 3, 2026

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24. App State Basketball Seeks Sweep at James Madison

    App State Mens Basketball Aims for Sweep at James Madison: The Mountaineers, leading the Sun Belt Conference, face James Madison in Harrisonburg, Virginia. App State, with a balanced attack and top-ten scoring defense, seeks an eighth straight win and possible regular-season title. Support the…

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    Mar 3, 2026

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25. App State's Jennings Scores Career-High in Win

    App States Kasen Jennings erupts for a career-high 33 points, leading the Mountaineers to a dominant 66-44 victory over Troy. Jennings performance, including a buzzer-beating three, marked the teams biggest win at Troy since 2019 and their first 30-point game since 2021. App States defense held...

    Mar 3, 2026

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26. App State Basketball Wins Gritty Game, Hosts Eastern Michigan

    App State Mens Basketball Secures Gritty Victory Over South Alabama: The Mountaineers, led by Jalen Tots seven three-pointers and standout performances from Alonzo Dodd and Luke Wilson, rallied late to secure a 65-57 win. This victory boosts their record to 16-9 overall and 9-4 in the Sun Belt...

    Mar 3, 2026

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27. App State vs South Alabama: High-Stakes Showdown

    Appalachian State Mountaineers face South Alabama Jaguars in Boone, NC at 6:30 PM ET. Mountaineers (15-9, 8-4 Sun Belt) recently dominated Troy, with Kasen Jennings scoring 33 points. Both teams have strong recent records. Mountaineers (8-3 at home) excel in low turnovers, while Jaguars (5-2 in...

    Mar 3, 2026

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28. App State vs Eastern Michigan: MAC-SBC Challenge Showdown

    App State Mountaineers face Eastern Michigan in their final nonconference game, aiming to snap a losing streak in the MAC-SBC Challenge. With a five-game win streak, theyre currently sixteen and nine, sitting alone in second place in Sun Belt play. Key contributors include Kasen Jennings, Alonzo...

    Mar 3, 2026

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29. App State Mountaineers vs UL Monroe Warhawks

    Appalachian State Mountaineers host UL Monroe Warhawks in Boone, North Carolina, this Friday at noon Eastern. Mountaineers, with a 12-9 record, face Warhawks, with a 3-17 record, in Sun Belt Conference play. Sportsbooks favor Mountaineers by 14.5 points, with a total of 144.5 points.…

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    Mar 3, 2026

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30. App State Mountaineers on Six-Game Win Streak

    App State Mountaineers, on a six-game winning streak, face Georgia Southern Eagles in Statesboro, Georgia. The Mountaineers aim to secure their third straight ten-win league mark and push their winning streak to seven. Georgia Southern, despite recent losses, plays fast and forces turnovers. App...

    Mar 3, 2026

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31. App State Basketball Wins Sixth Straight

    App State mens basketball secured a hard-fought 65-60 victory over Eastern Michigan, extending their winning streak to six games. The Mountaineers, now boasting seventeen wins and nine losses, outplayed the Eagles, who dropped to nine and fifteen. A pivotal three-pointer from Eren Banks shifted…

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    Mar 3, 2026

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32. Appalachian State vs Eastern Michigan: Home Defense vs Road Woes

    Appalachian State Mountaineers host Eastern Michigan Eagles in a Sun Belt vs Mid-American Conference showdown. Mountaineers boast a strong home record, averaging 71.6 points and outscoring opponents by 7.4. Eagles struggle on the road, but have a solid 3-point shooting percentage. Both teams have...

    Mar 3, 2026

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33. Mountaineers vs Golden Eagles: Rebounding & Defense Clash

    Appalachian State Mountaineers travel to Hattiesburg, Mississippi, to face Southern Miss Golden Eagles in a crucial Sun Belt conference matchup. Both teams are strong on the offensive boards, but Southern Miss struggles with three-point defense, while Appalachian State averages around eight made...

    Mar 3, 2026

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34. Kasen Jennings Earns Sun Belt Player of Week Honors

    App State guard Kasen Jennings shines, earning Sun Belt Player of the Week honors after a career-best 33-point performance against Troy, marking the teams first 30-point game since 2021. Jennings averaged 25.5 points, 5 rebounds, and 2.5 steals, hitting 50% of his shots and 60% from deep. Hes the...

    Mar 3, 2026

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35. Mountaineers vs Dukes: Sun Belt Showdown

    Appalachian State Mountaineers travel to James Madison Dukes for a Sun Belt Conference showdown, both teams vying for conference positioning. Mountaineers, with a 18-9 record, face Dukes, 13-13, in their first meeting this season. Mountaineers, led by Kasen Jennings 31 points, secured an 81-65…

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    Mar 3, 2026

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36. Appalachian State vs Troy: Sun Belt Showdown

    Appalachian State Mountaineers travel to Troy, Alabama, for a crucial Sun Belt Conference basketball game against the Troy Trojans on Saturday at 4:33 PM EST. The Mountaineers have a 14-9 record overall and 7-4 in conference play, while Troy leads the Sun Belt with a 15-7 record and 8-2…

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    Mar 3, 2026

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37. App State Basketball Secures Conference Lead

    App State mens basketball secures a 81-65 victory over Georgia Southern, led by Kasen Jennings 31 points. The win propels them to first place in Sun Belt Conference standings. Jennings scores 17 points in the second half, including key shots during a 14-5 run. Michael Marcus Jr. contributes a...

    Mar 3, 2026

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38. App State vs Marshall: Homestand Showdown

    App State Mountaineers face off against Marshall in a crucial Sun Belt conference game tonight at the Holmes Center. The Mountaineers, with a 18-10 record and a 10-5 Sun Belt mark, are riding a strong seven-game winning streak and boast a top-7 national defense. Standouts like Kasen Jennings and...

    Mar 3, 2026

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39. Marshall Stuns App State in Thriller

    In a thrilling Sun Belt Conference matchup, Marshall outlasted Appalachian State 94-93, with Landen Josephs game-winning jumper sealing the victory. App State led by 16 points in the first half but saw Marshalls comeback in the second half. The Mountaineers, now 18-11, 10-6 in conference, drop to...

    Mar 3, 2026

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40. App State Battles for Sun Belt Title

    App State Mens Basketball Aims for Sun Belt Title in Regular Season Finale App State Mens Basketball, led by Coach Dustin Kerns, enters their final regular season game with a chance to secure at least a share of the Sun Belt title. Currently tied for first with Marshall, Troy, and South Alabama,...

    Mar 3, 2026

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41. App State's Win Streak Snaps in Loss to James Madison

    App States winning streak ends with a loss to James Madison, but Luke Wilson shines with a double-double. The Mountaineers face Marshall at home on Thursday. Support the show Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN [email protected] This is an automated…

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    Mar 3, 2026

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42. App State Men's Basketball's Senior Day Showdown

    App State Mens Basketball Hosts Georgia Southern for Senior Day, Aiming for Home Win and Program Record Support the show Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report…

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    Mar 3, 2026

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43. App State Men's Basketball Secures Home Win, Tops Sun Belt

    App State Mens Basketball Secures Home Win, Secures First Place in Sun Belt Conference The App State mens basketball team wrapped up their home schedule with an impressive 89-74 victory over Georgia Southern. The Mountaineers honored their three seniors before the game and closed strong with a...

    Mar 3, 2026

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44. Texas State Secures Sun Belt Title, App State Faces Tournament

    Texas State secures Sun Belt title with thrilling victory over Appalachian State, claiming a six-point lead with under two minutes left and holding off App States final shots. App State, despite leading by four with minutes remaining, falls short, finishing the season at 19-12, 11-7 in…

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    Mar 3, 2026

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45. Mountaineers vs Eagles: Rebounding & Defense Showdown

    Appalachian State Mountaineers host Georgia Southern Eagles in a Sun Belt showdown this Saturday. Mountaineers, with a 18-11 record and 10-6 conference standing, face off against Eagles, who sit at 15-13 and 7-8 in Sun Belt. Both teams excel in offensive rebounding, with Mountaineers averaging…

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    Mar 3, 2026

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46. App State Basketball Players Honored at Sun Belt Awards

    App States mens basketball team dominated the Sun Belt Conference awards, with Luke Wilson earning Defensive Player of the Year, Kasen Jennings on the second team, and Alonzo Dodd on the third team. Wilsons defensive prowess led the team, while Jennings scoring and Dodds all-around play…

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    Mar 3, 2026

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