News Summary
The NC State women’s soccer team is set to face No. 12 Wake Forest on Fan Appreciation Night at Dail Soccer Stadium. This match is significant as NC State seeks to improve their record against a strong opponent in a nationally televised ACC contest. With a rivalry history and player highlights showcasing recent performances, the team aims to build on their recent successes as they continue their season.
Raleigh, North Carolina —
The NC State women’s soccer team is gearing up to host No. 12 Wake Forest on Fan Appreciation Night at Dail Soccer Stadium this Thursday, October 2, at 7 p.m. This match marks a significant moment for the Wolfpack as they face a highly ranked opponent in a nationally televised contest on the ACC Network.
Team Records and Match Details
Currently, NC State holds an overall record of 2-6-4 and is tied at 1-1-2 in the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC). Wake Forest, on the other hand, boasts an impressive 9-1-2 record and ranks fourth in the ACC with ten points. Despite their differing standings, this matchup continues a long-standing series between the two teams, marking their 32nd encounter.
Series History and Recent Results
Wake Forest leads the all-time series with a record of 20-8-3. However, NC State secured a victory in their last meeting at Dail Soccer Stadium in 2022 with a final score of 2-1. This upcoming game emphasizes the rivalry and competitive history shared by the programs.
Player Highlights and Team Performance
In their latest game, NC State played to a 4-4 draw against Virginia Tech, with Antonella Mazziotto scoring the equalizer just seven seconds before the final whistle. The Wolfpack opened the scoring with a goal from Jade Bordeleau in the 24th minute, assisted by Daisy Duda. Virginia Tech responded with a penalty kick before halftime and managed to take the lead twice in the second half. NC State then equalized each time through long-range goals from Mana Nakata and Fien Leijdekker.
NC State’s offense has been improving, with Bordeleau leading the team with six goals this season, ranking tied for 10th in the ACC. The team scored a total of 11 goals in September, nearly quadrupling their August total of only 3 goals. Defensively, the Wolfpack has become more resilient, allowing only seven goals in September compared to 14 in August.
Upcoming Schedule and Broadcast Information
The match against Wake Forest is the first of three scheduled appearances for NC State on the ACC Network this season. Future nationally televised games include a match against Duke on Oct. 26 at home and another at North Carolina on Oct. 30 on the road.
Following the Wake Forest game, NC State will play an away match against Boston College on Oct. 9 at 7 p.m. on ACCNX.
Fan Advisory and Traffic Disruptions
Due to ongoing construction on Morrill Drive, fans are advised to expect significant delays and to allow additional travel time to reach the stadium. The return route to campus will be directed via Cates Avenue to Pullen Road or Dan Allen Drive to Western Boulevard to facilitate traffic flow after the game.
Team Form and Season Summary
In September, NC State achieved a record of 2-1-3 and was unbeaten in five of their six matches, demonstrating progress. The team’s offensive output improved notably during this period, with 11 goals scored, and their defense became more solid, allowing only seven goals in September. These improvements follow a less successful August, where the team scored just three goals and allowed 14.
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Additional Resources
- NC State Women’s Soccer vs. Wake Forest
- Wikipedia: North Carolina State University
- NC State Men’s Soccer at UNCW
- Google Search: NC State Wolfpack Soccer
- NC State Football vs. Virginia Tech
- Encyclopedia Britannica: College Soccer
- NC State Women’s Soccer vs. Florida State
- Google News: NC State Women’s Soccer
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