RALEIGH, N.C. – The No. 6/7 NC State Wolfpack will host the No. 25/1 Virginia Cavaliers this Friday in their first home dual meet of the season. The competition begins with diving at 11:30 a.m., followed by swimming events at 2:00 p.m. at the Willis R. Casey Aquatic Center.
Fans can watch the meet live on ACCNX and follow real-time scoring updates through the MeetMobile app. Admission to the event is free, though parking requires a virtual permit obtainable upon arrival; instructions can be found here.
Strong Start for the Wolfpack
NC State enters Friday’s meet with an undefeated 4-0 record in dual competition. Last week, the Wolfpack delivered a decisive victory over North Carolina, winning 179-108 on both the men’s and women’s sides. The meet saw several impressive performances, including a new school record in the 1000 freestyle set by freshman Max Carlsen with a time of 8:42.38.
Recent History with Virginia
The Wolfpack men are coming off a dominant win against Virginia in their last meeting during the 2023-24 season, securing a 244-109 victory. However, the NC State women’s team fell to the Cavaliers with a score of 265.5-87.5. Currently, the NC State men are ranked No. 6 nationally by the CSCAA (Collegiate Swimming & Diving Coaches Association of America), while the women are ranked No. 7 – rankings that were unchanged from the previous month’s poll.
Friday’s event will also include a Student Wolfpack Club Minute Event and a 50/50 raffle for attendees.
Looking Ahead
If the Wolfpack can replicate their success from last week’s meet against North Carolina, they could extend their undefeated streak. A competitive meet is anticipated, particularly on the women’s side, given the outcome of last season’s contest against Virginia. The team’s performance will likely depend on maintaining the momentum of athletes like Max Carlsen and building on the strong relay times already achieved this season.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the meet start?
Diving events begin at 11:30 a.m., followed by swimming at 2:00 p.m.
Is there a cost to attend the meet?
Admission is free for all fans.
How can I follow the meet if I cannot attend in person?
The meet will be broadcast on ACCNX, and live scoring will be available via the MeetMobile app.
What aspects of Friday’s competition will be most important for the Wolfpack to focus on to continue their winning streak?
