The best man for the job was always right here.
Proud to announce Chris Hart has been named the 17th Head Coach of NC State Baseball.
Release 📰: https://t.co/u3eLqcPHo5
I’ve lived in Raleigh (now Oxford) since 1998. I’ve seen a lot of coaches at all three local ACC schools. None are more representative of their school than Elliott Avent has been at NC State. Legend. What a void to fill. #Respect
@NCStateBaseball@PackAthletics@Elliott_Avent It has been a great run. Thanks for all you've done for Wolfpack Baseball and for NC State. It's been fun to watch from my seats at first base. "Not Even Close". Enjoy the well earned next stage in life.
30 unforgettable years, one storied career and a lasting impact on our program.
Legendary NC State Head Coach Elliott Avent announces his retirement following the conclusion of the 2026 season.
Release 📰: https://t.co/UwSiJyYAnF
NC State AD Boo Corrigan on what he's looking for in the next head coach:
"We need to make sure that we have a person that's committed to this university, that wants to be at this university, that shares our values of trust and accountability."
Traits for a new coach, per AD Boo Corrigan:
- Can coach well
- Can connect well in recruiting, NIL, transfer portal
- A plan to put the team together -- "The importance of a rim protector has become important in college basketball."
- It doesn't have to be a sitting head coach
NC State AD Boo Corrigan: "I think Philip Rivers said it ... the Wolfpack ain't for soft people. We're going to go find a coach that understands who we are."
V: Don’t give up, don’t ever give up
Will Wade: If you can’t win with a $10 million roster, lose three games by 25 points, can’t win a First Four game, realize you’ll never compete with Duke … give up and go back to LSU
@SlippinOnButter@NCStateBaseball Thanks for the memories! The future looks bright with good things still to come. It has been a real joy watching you guys!