Pack9 Hosts Richmond, Akron in Busy Week at Doak Field

NC State continues 18-game homestand with midweek matchups against the Spiders and Zips.

Published on Feb. 24, 2026

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NC State (5-1) continues its 18-game homestand this week, welcoming the Richmond Spiders (5-3) on Tuesday and the Akron Zips (3-4) on Wednesday. The Wolfpack's pitching has been impressive so far, led by JR RHP Heath Andrews and JR LHP Cooper Consiglio. Richmond is led by a rebuilt lineup, including D3 transfer SR C Dylan Winebrenner, while Akron's offense has been the strength of the team with its experienced lineup and aggressive base-running.

Why it matters

These midweek matchups provide NC State an opportunity to continue building momentum and fine-tune its pitching staff ahead of ACC play. Richmond and Akron present different challenges, with the Spiders' scrappy style and the Zips' potent offense, giving the Wolfpack a chance to showcase their versatility.

The details

JR RHP Heath Andrews will get the start against Richmond, while NC State has not announced a starter for the Akron game. Richmond is led by D3 transfer SR C Dylan Winebrenner, who is off to a fantastic start, and SR C/2B Michael Elko, the top returning hitter from last year's squad. Akron's lineup is incredibly top-heavy, with several experienced players leading the way, but the Zips' pitching staff has struggled with control issues.

  • The Richmond game is on Tuesday, February 25 at 3:00pm.
  • The Akron game is on Wednesday, February 26 at 3:00pm.

The players

Heath Andrews

A junior right-handed pitcher for NC State who was originally scheduled to be the Sunday starter but will now get the midweek start against Richmond.

Cooper Consiglio

A junior left-handed pitcher for NC State who had an excellent start in the series finale against Princeton last weekend.

Dylan Winebrenner

A senior catcher for Richmond who transferred from Salisbury University and is off to a fantastic start, hitting .433/.485/.933 with 4 home runs.

Michael Elko

A senior catcher and second baseman for Richmond who is the top returning hitter from last year's squad.

Brennan Morgan

A redshirt junior third baseman for Akron who is batting .500/.625/.667 with 4 doubles and an impressive 18.8% walk rate.

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What they’re saying

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— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

What’s next

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The takeaway

These midweek games provide NC State an opportunity to continue developing its pitching staff and test its versatility against different styles of play from Richmond and Akron as the Wolfpack prepares for the rigors of ACC competition.