Wood Ducks land multiple honors in Carolina League report
Down East has three of 15 spots on the Carolina League Year-End All-Star team led by Sal Mendez and Joe Kuzia on the pitching staff and Sam Huff as designated hitter. Manager Corey Ragsdale earns Carolina League Manager of the Year with Huff named Rangers Minor League Player of the Year.
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Joe Kuzia
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Wood Ducks
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Down East
McKay to start at QB for NC State opener at ECU
NC State coach Dave Doeren named Raleigh sophomore Matthew McKay the starter for the season opener against East Carolina at Carter-Finley Stadium. McKay won the job over Bailey Hockman and Devin Leary after a spring and preseason battle. he played sparingly in 2018 and showed leadership and accuracy. The 6-4, 215-pound signal caller backed by a strong Wakefield High career and backup duties to Ryan Finley will lead the Wolfpack with Hockman and Leary as trusted backups ready if needed.
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Scottie Montgomery
Pirates
Mike Houston
James Madison
Burns Emerges as Panthers Pass Rusher in Preseason
In a mixed Panthers exhibition season, Brian Burns stands out with four sacks in three games and a forced fumble in a 10-3 loss to New England. Panthers linebacker Luke Kuechly notes his hard work. The Observer feature reveals Burns' mentors, rookie talent show moment, Netflix watches, and a cameo by Rihanna.
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Wake Forest aims to steady offense under Clawson in sixth year
Wake Forest enters 2019 with a strengthened foundation after three straight bowl wins and 22 victories, yet faces rebuilding on the line and at receivers as coach Dave Clawson blends new talent with established program. The schedule features Utah State, Rice, North Carolina and ACC tests including Clemson and Florida State.
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