🏈 Team Overview
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Record: 4–3 overall, 1–2 in Sun Belt Conference
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Head Coach: Dowell Loggains (1st season)
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Home Stadium: Kidd Brewer Stadium, Boone, NC
Appalachian State Mountaineers – Team News & Highlights
The heart of the High Country beats with App State football. Get the latest updates, stories, and behind-the-scenes coverage as the Mountaineers chase victory one game at a time.
Game Recap
Article Written by: Vickie Mathis
Boone, N.C. — Coastal Carolina put together one of its most complete offensive performances of the season, taking down Appalachian State 45–37 on Saturday night in Boone. Behind the dual-threat play of quarterback S. Collier, the Chanticleers held off a late Mountaineer rally to secure a key conference win. Collier led the charge with 118 passing yards and a touchdown, while also rushing for 74 yards and two more scores on 17 carries. His ability to extend plays and finish drives proved to be the difference for Coastal, which totaled 410 yards of offense and converted 6 of 10 third-down chances. Appalachian State moved the ball effectively as well, matching Coastal with 410 total yards, but penalties and missed opportunities slowed the Mountaineers’ momentum. Quarterback J. Kohl threw for 278 yards and two touchdowns, connecting often with D. Dozier, who finished with 70 receiving yards. The first half was a back-and-forth battle, with both teams trading touchdowns and big plays. Coastal Carolina pulled ahead in the third quarter thanks to Collier’s legs and a 37-yard touchdown strike to J. Tucker. App State fought back in the fourth behind Kohl’s passing attack but couldn’t close the gap. Defensively, S. Goram-Welch recorded a sack for Coastal, while D. Hasz added one for App State. Both teams forced a turnover, but the Chanticleers’ composure down the stretch sealed the win. With the victory, Coastal Carolina improves its conference record and keeps its hopes alive in the Sun Belt race. App State drops a hard-fought contest despite another strong offensive showing Both teams are looking to keep pace in the Sun Belt East race, and recent meetings have shown just how competitive this rivalry can be.
App State Homecoming: A Sideline Celebration of Family, Alumni, and Future Mountaineers Homecoming at Appalachian State isn’t just a football game—it’s a full-circle celebration of community, tradition, and the next generation of Mountaineers. This year, the sidelines were alive with energy as family members, alumni, and recruits took their place close to the action, embodying the spirit of the event. From proud parents cheering on their children to former Mountaineers reconnecting with the campus they love, the sideline offered a glimpse into the tight-knit family that makes App State special. Recruits were given an up-close experience of what it means to be part of the Mountaineer family, watching the intensity and passion of a game day firsthand. “The energy here is incredible,” said one alum watching from the sideline. “You feel like you’re part of something bigger—something that lasts long after the final whistle.” Coaches also embraced the opportunity to engage with potential recruits in a live-game setting, offering insights into the program while letting them soak in the atmosphere. For families, it was a chance to celebrate milestones, cheer on current players, and create memories that will last a lifetime. As the Mountaineers fought for victory, the sidelines told their own story—a story of tradition, community, and the bonds that make App State more than just a team, but a family. Homecoming may center on football, but it’s the people on the sidelines who truly define the day.
