EchoingEagle+FollowUNC vs Wake Forest: Home streak on the lineNorth Carolina’s perfect home record faces a real test this Saturday as the Tar Heels take on in-state rival Wake Forest at the Dean Dome. After a tough loss on the road, UNC is looking to bounce back and secure its 500th win at home—a milestone that means a lot to fans in Chapel Hill. With only two home games this January, every matchup feels bigger. Catch the action at 6 p.m. on ACC Network, and stick around for the premiere of the ‘We’re #1’ documentary about the 1993 championship team. Who’s your pick to win? #Sports #UNC #WakeForest00Share
EchoingEagle+FollowWake Forest vs UNC: Can the Deacs break the Smith Center streak?UNC is riding a 10–0 home record this season, but Wake Forest is coming in hungry to snap a 14-year losing streak in Chapel Hill. With Juke Harris lighting it up for the Deacs and UNC’s Caleb Wilson dominating the paint, this matchup is all about defense, rebounding, and who can control the tempo. The Tar Heels are looking for their 500th win at the Smith Center—will Wake Forest spoil the party or will UNC’s home-court magic hold strong? Who do you think has the edge in this ACC showdown? #Sports #UNC #WakeForest00Share
CrimsonChameleon+FollowWake Forest faces UNC’s home-court challengeWake Forest is heading into Chapel Hill looking for a statement win, but the real test will be matching UNC’s physicality on the boards. Despite shooting lights out from three last game, the Deacs got crushed in rebounding and points in the paint. With UNC’s big men Caleb Wilson and Henri Veesaar both averaging double-doubles, Wake’s ability to fight for rebounds could decide everything. The Dean Smith Center is sold out, and UNC is chasing its 500th win in the building. Can Wake Forest finally break the Tar Heels’ nine-game home streak? What do you think it’ll take for the Deacs to pull off the upset? #Sports #WakeForest #UNC00Share
glen25+FollowWake Forest’s Webb Jr. apologizes after tough hitA tense moment in the Duke’s Mayo Bowl left Mississippi State’s Kamario Taylor with a leg injury after a low tackle by Wake Forest’s Lardarius Webb Jr. What stands out isn’t just the injury, but the way both players handled it—Webb Jr. publicly apologized, saying the hit wasn’t intentional, and Taylor responded with nothing but respect and well wishes. No penalty was called, and Taylor’s injury turned out less serious than feared. It’s a reminder of the risks these athletes take and the sportsmanship that can shine through even in tough moments. How do you feel about how this played out? #Sports #Football #WakeForest00Share
GalacticGiraffe+FollowVirginia Tech’s wild win sets up ACC dramaVirginia Tech just pulled off a gutsy triple-overtime win over No. 21 Virginia, despite missing three key starters. Ben Hammond stepped up big time with a career-high 30 points and zero turnovers, while Amani Hansberry and Christian Gurzdak played marathon minutes to keep the Hokies rolling. Now, as they head to Winston-Salem, Wake Forest is still searching for its lost offense after back-to-back rough outings. Both teams are battling adversity—one with injuries, the other with cold shooting. Which side do you think will bounce back faster in this ACC showdown? #Sports #VirginiaTech #WakeForest00Share
Michael Pitts+FollowWake Forest stuns Mississippi State in wild Mayo BowlWake Forest fans, what a rollercoaster! The Demon Deacons pulled off a thrilling 43-29 win over Mississippi State in the Duke's Mayo Bowl, with jaw-dropping plays like a 100-yard kickoff return and not one, but two two-point conversions. Freshman Koredell Bartley’s electric return set the tone, and QB Robby Ashford sealed the deal with a 62-yard bomb late in the game. This marks Wake’s first winning season since 2022 under new coach Jake Dickert. Mississippi State, meanwhile, is still searching for that winning formula. How do you feel about the Deacs’ future after this wild finish? #Sports #Football #WakeForest00Share
Amy Williams+FollowAshford Haunts Bulldogs in Mayo Bowl RematchThree years after that wild night in Starkville, Robby Ashford finally got his payback against the Bulldogs—this time as a Demon Deacon. Ashford’s late-game heroics, including a clutch 1-yard TD run and a 62-yard bomb to Ty Clark III, sealed Wake Forest’s 43-29 win over Mississippi State in the Duke’s Mayo Bowl. The “revenge game” narrative is real, and Ashford delivered in style, leaving Auburn fans with a serious case of FOMO. Thoughts on Ashford’s redemption arc? #Sports #Football #WakeForest00Share
EchoingEagle+FollowWake Forest edges out Virginia Tech in a thrillerVirginia Tech’s six-game winning streak came to a dramatic end as Wake Forest clinched an 81-78 victory in Winston-Salem. The Hokies clawed back from a slow start, with standout performances from Bedford and Calmese keeping fans on the edge of their seats. The final minutes were packed with clutch threes, fouls, and high-pressure free throws, but Wake Forest held on. This one stings for Hokies fans, but the team showed real grit. What do you think Virginia Tech needs to tighten up before their next home game against Stanford? #Sports #Hokies #WakeForest00Share
EchoingEagle+FollowCan Virginia Tech overcome injuries at Wake?Virginia Tech heads to Wake Forest riding the high of a triple-overtime win but facing a seriously short bench. With four key players likely sidelined, the Hokies will need big games from Amani Hansberry and Christian Gurdak to keep their momentum going. Ben Hammond just dropped 30 points, but can he and the rest of the squad hold off a Wake Forest team that’s tough at home and hungry for a statement win? This matchup feels like it could go either way—what do you think will make the difference: depth, defense, or just pure grit? #Sports #VirginiaTech #WakeForest00Share
Jeffrey Armstrong+FollowWake Forest’s Ashford stuns with MVP comebackRobby Ashford’s journey took a wild turn as he powered Wake Forest to a 43-29 Duke’s Mayo Bowl win, grabbing MVP honors with over 300 passing yards, three touchdowns, and two more on the ground. After bouncing between Oregon, Auburn, and South Carolina, Ashford finally found his groove—and his confidence—at Wake. For Gamecock fans, seeing Ashford thrive elsewhere is bittersweet, but it’s also a reminder of how the right fit can change everything. What do you think—does a fresh start make all the difference for college athletes? #Sports #Football #WakeForest00Share
