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"Covers the campus like the magnolias"

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Andrew Braun

Andrew Braun, Sports Editor

Andrew is a freshman from Wrightsville Beach, N.C. intending to major in politics and international affairs and minor in journalism. Outside of the OGB, he is a member of a capella group Innuendo and Model United Nations. In his free time, you can find him playing bass and guitar, watching only the most obscure NBA matchups and paddle surfing at the beach.

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Wake Forest Football Head Coach Dave Clawson finished his second straight 4-8 season with the Demon Deacons. Clawson attributed many of the season’s more conspicuous problems to the new realities of college football.

Wake Forest Football Head Coach Dave Clawson resigns after 11 seasons

Andrew Braun, Sports Editor
December 16, 2024
Wake Forest held a 17-3 over rival Duke before the Blue Devils mounted a comeback victory to end the Demon Deacons’ season.

Demon Deacons drop season finale to Duke

Andrew Braun, Sports Editor
December 5, 2024
Wake Forest Football Head Coach Dave Clawson finished his second straight 4-8 season with the Demon Deacons. Clawson attributed many of the season’s more conspicuous problems to the new realities of college football.

Wake Forest Football ends another losing season

Andrew Braun, Sports Editor
December 4, 2024
Parker Friedrichsen (7) looks to drive on Florida’s Walter Clayton Jr. (1). Clayton Jr. led the ESPN Events Invitational’s semifinal game in scoring with 21 points. (Courtesy of Wake Forest Athletics)

Men’s Basketball struggle to split ESPN Events Invitational

Andrew Braun, Sports Editor
December 4, 2024
Tre’Von Spillers (25) and Juke Harris (2) celebrate together in their first season as Demon Deacons. The transfer forward and freshman guard combined for 27 points and 10 rebounds in Sunday's 72-70 win over Michigan.

Wake Forest wins late over Wolverines, 72-70

Andrew Braun, Sports Editor
November 12, 2024
Wake Forest quarterback Hank Bachmeier (9) scrambles to escape a collapsing pocket. Bachmeier faced serious pressure as he was sacked seven times in Friday night’s loss to Cal.

Demon Deacons outdueled at home, 46-36

Andrew Braun, Sports Editor
November 12, 2024
Deacs Decide, Wake Forest's nonpartisan civic engagement project hosted a watch party in the Zick's basement.

Election night as it happened in Winston-Salem

James Watson, Maddie Stopyra, Skyler Villamar-Jones, Maria Silveira, Ella Klein, Andrew Braun, Miriam Fabrycky, Nick Costantino, and Isabella Romine
November 6, 2024
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LIVE UPDATES: Election Day in Winston-Salem

Maddie Stopyra, James Watson, Ella Klein, Andrew Braun, Isabella Romine, Skyler Villamar-Jones, Maria Silveira, Miriam Fabrycky, and Nick Costantino
November 5, 2024
Guard Tamia Jones led Wake Forest with 15 points, 4 rebounds and 2 assists in her debut for the Demon Deacons.

Women’s Basketball opens season with 62-point onslaught

Andrew Braun, Sports Editor
November 5, 2024
No. 7 Wake Forest’s Luke Tewalt (right) competes with No. 16 Virginia’s Will Anthony. Virginia would finish fourth overall at the conference championship event. (Courtesy of Wake Forest Athletics)

No. 7 Men’s Cross Country capture ACC Championship

Andrew Braun, Sports Editor
November 4, 2024
A model generated by the website 270toWin shows the PS journal's prediction for the 2024 electoral map, showing Trump winning the residency.

Politics faculty-edited PS journal publishes 2024 election predictions

Andrew Braun, Sports Editor
October 23, 2024
Steve Forbes brings back several starters in his fifth year as Head Coach of Wake Forest Men’s Basketball: C Efton Reid III (4), G Cam Hildreth (2) and G Hunter Sallis (23).

2024-25 Wake Forest Men’s Basketball preview

Andrew Braun and Sean Kennedy
October 23, 2024
Wake Forest wide receiver Deuce Alexander (81) leaps in the air for a catch. Alexander had three catches for 36 yards. (Courtesy of Wake Forest Athletics)

Demon Deacons defense delivers in road win

Andrew Braun, Sports Editor
October 23, 2024
Wake Forest Vice President and Director of Athletics John Currie and Ole Miss Football Head Coach Lane Kiffin.

“The right business decision:” Wake Forest’s canceled Ole Miss matchup

Andrew Braun, Sports Editor
October 11, 2024
Running back Tate Carney (30) claims a Wake Forest first down during his three-touchdown outing for the Demon Deacons on Saturday.

Defensive struggles swell as Wake Forest falls 41-38

Andrew Braun, Sports Editor
October 2, 2024
Ole Miss defenders prepare for a rush by Wake Forest running back Tate Carney (30) after a handoff from quarterback Hank Bachmeier (9).

Wake Forest “mismatched” against No. 5 Ole Miss

Andrew Braun, Sports Editor
September 16, 2024
“But as the summer drew on, that prospect of compromise dwindled. The Republican leadership clashed, and November’s looming election likely deters lawmakers from enacting any dramatic legislation that may swing voters one way or another,” writes Andrew Braun.

North Carolina General Assembly Summer 2024

Andrew Braun, Sports Editor
September 16, 2024
After a successful outing last week, the Demon Deacons look to strike again against the Virginia Cavaliers.

Virginia v. Wake Forest preview

Andrew Braun, Sports Editor
September 7, 2024
Wake Forest players exit the tunnel for kickoff against Georgia Tech last season.

Wake Forest vs. North Carolina A&T Preview

Andrew Braun, Sports Editor
August 29, 2024
Elementary Education: Kate Upchurch

Elementary Education: Kate Upchurch

Andrew Braun, Sports Editor
May 2, 2024
Classical Languages (Latin): Anna Buyarski

Classical Languages (Latin): Anna Buyarski

Andrew Braun, Sports Editor
May 2, 2024
Wake Forest LHP Josh Hartle (23) pitched a season-high eight strikeouts against Boston College on Saturday.

No. 12 Demon Deacons best Boston College for weekend series

Andrew Braun, Sports Editor
April 18, 2024
Hunter Sallis (23) celebrates a clutch 3-pointer to put the Demon Deacons ahead in their 83-79 win over No. 8 Duke on Feb. 24.

Sallis declares for NBA Draft, keeps college eligibility

Andrew Braun, Sports Editor
April 18, 2024
Trace Alphin (1), Cristian Escribano (19) and Cooper Flax (18) celebrate their win over NC State on the field with the 2024 Spring Soccer Cup.

Wake Forest Men’s Soccer wins Spring Soccer Cup at home

Andrew Braun, Sports Editor
April 18, 2024
The Wake Forest Demon Deacons had a massive weekend on offense behind first baseman Nick Kurtz’s record hitting weekend on the road against No. 11 Virginia Tech. (Photo courtesy of Wake Forest Athletics)

No. 21 Wake Forest sweeps No. 11 Virginia Tech behind record weekend for Kurtz, Burns

Andrew Braun, Sports Editor
April 9, 2024
Guard Aaron Clark (13) played in just seven games during his one season at Wake Forest. (Courtesy of Wake Forest Athletics)

Wake Forest freshman Aaron Clark enters NCAA Transfer Portal

Andrew Braun, Sports Editor
April 3, 2024
Nick Kurtz (8) had a pair of home runs on Sunday, ending a slump at the plate. However, the two home runs were not enough to surpass North Carolina, with the series ending in a Tar Heel sweep. (Courtesy of Wake Forest Athletics)

No. 10 Tar Heels sweep No. 21 Wake Forest in top-25 ACC clash

Andrew Braun, Sports Editor
April 2, 2024
Wake Forest's Zach Keller dives for a loose ball during a win over Pitt at the Joel on February 20th.

Wake Forest forward Zach Keller enters NCAA Transfer Portal

Andrew Braun, Sports Editor
March 29, 2024
Jao Ituka (10) brings the ball up the floor on Dec. 14, 2022 for Wake Forest.

Jao Ituka enters transfer portal after injury-plagued stint at Wake Forest

Andrew Braun, Sports Editor
March 27, 2024
Wake Forest RHP Chase Burns (29) winds up at the mound for a pitch against Dayton on Feb. 24. Burns pitched 12 strikeouts against Louisville on Friday.

Offense fires, Burns scorches as Wake Forest wins first ACC series of the season

Andrew Braun, Sports Editor
March 25, 2024
Hunter Sallis' (23) left arm is grabbed by Blake Hinson (2) during a controversial no-call in the second half.

Wake Forest falls shy of comeback against Pitt, eliminated from ACC Tournament

Andrew Braun, Sports Editor
March 18, 2024
Andrew Carr (11) kicks the ball out to the baseline. The senior forward led the Demon Deacons on the court — finishing with 12 points, 11 rebounds, three assists and three blocks.

Wake Forest advances in ACC Tournament behind Carr’s double-double

Andrew Braun, Sports Editor
March 13, 2024
Hunter Sallis (23) celebrates after a shot from beyond the arc that forces a No. 9 Duke timeout during Wake Forest’s 83-79 upset win at home on Feb 24.

2024 ACC Tournament Preview: Can the Demon Deacons redeem themselves on the road?

Andrew Braun, Sports Editor
March 11, 2024
Elise Williams (21) looks to set up the offense against the Virginia Cavaliers. Williams had 25 points en route to an upset win. (Courtesy of Wake Forest Athletics)

Women’s basketball storms back to defeat Virginia, advance in ACC Tournament

Andrew Braun, Sports Editor
March 7, 2024
Guard Katie Deeble (12) drives past a Georgia Tech defender on February 4th. The freshman guard had a career-high 20 points in the Demon Deacons’ rematch with Georgia Tech this past week.

Women’s basketball pick up first ACC wins this season

Andrew Braun, Sports Editor
March 7, 2024
Seaver King (5) reaches base and celebrates towards the Wake Forest dugout. (Courtesy of Wake Forest Athletics)

Deacons bury Dayton at home in weekend opener, 14-2

Andrew Braun, Sports Editor
February 29, 2024
Boopie Miller (0) dribbles near half-court while being guarded by Notre Dame’s Markus Burton (3). Burton had 31 points in the matchup. (Courtesy of Wake Forest Athletics)

Wake Forest fails to finish against Notre Dame, falls 70-65

Andrew Braun, Sports Editor
February 28, 2024
Cameron Hildreth (2) weaves through Pitt defenders toward the basket. Hildreth had 13 points, 5 rebounds, and 5 assists on the night.

Wake Forest blows out Pitt in critical rematch, 91-58

Andrew Braun, Sports Editor
February 21, 2024
Starting pitcher Chase Burns (29) started his Demon Deacon career on fire, fanning 10 batters en route to a dominant first appearance. (Courtesy of Wake Forest Athletics)

Demon Deacons nearly shut out Illinois behind Burns’ debut

Andrew Braun, Sports Editor
February 20, 2024
Wake Forest guard Hunter Sallis looks to defend Georgia Tech’s Naithan George. Sallis had ten points in the outing. (Courtesy of Wake Forest Athletics)

Demon Deacons decimate Georgia Tech, 80-51

Andrew Braun, Sports Editor
February 8, 2024
Guard Hunter Sallis (23) looks to move the ball around Pitt guard Ishmael Leggett. Sallis had 22 points in the matchup. (Courtesy of Wake Forest Athletics)

Demon Deacons crumble in second half against Pitt

Andrew Braun, Sports Editor
February 1, 2024
Starting guard Kaia Harrison (2) looks to drive against Notre Dame’s Hannah Hidalgo (3). Harrison had six points and three assists in the matchup. (Courtesy of Wake Forest Athletics)

Offensive woes continue to hold back Women’s Basketball

Andrew Braun, Sports Editor
January 24, 2024
Senior forward Andrew Carr (7pts, 8reb) drives into the lane (Courtesy of Wake Forest Athletics).

Wake Forest tops Miami in OT thriller, enters ACC elite

Andrew Braun, Sports Editor
January 19, 2024
Senior forward Andrew Carr (7pts, 8reb) drives into the lane (Courtesy of Wake Forest Athletics).

Wake Forest tops Miami in OT thriller, enters ACC elite

Andrew Braun, Sports Editor
January 9, 2024
Parker Friedrichsen shoots a three-pointer during the first half (Courtesy of Wake Forest Athletics).

Wake Forest’s rookies shine in 83-59 beatdown of NJIT

Andrew Braun, Sports Editor
January 8, 2024
Kaia Harrison tries to drive to the basket past two reaching Charlotte defenders. The graduate guard finished the night with 11 points, four assists and four steals. (Courtesy of Wake Forest Athletics)

Women’s basketball falls just short of a comeback against Charlotte

Andrew Braun, Staff Writer
December 10, 2023
Kaia Harrison rises for a jump shot in Wake Forest's 81-57 loss to Texas A&M.

Women’s basketball falls in inaugural ACC/SEC challenge

Andrew Braun, Staff Writer
December 10, 2023
Senior guard Elise Williams drives to the basket against NC A&T. Williams finished the game with 7 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists. (Courtesy of Wake Forest Athletics)

Wake Forest Women’s Basketball sputters against NC A&T

Andrew Braun, Staff Writer
November 19, 2023
Wake Forest celebrates its fifth ACC Atlantic division title in the previous nine years.

Men’s soccer clinches division title, earns No. 2 ACC Tournament seed

Andrew Braun, Staff Writer
November 1, 2023
Wake Forest women’s soccer sits at 8-2-3 (2-2-2) on the season.

Women’s soccer falls from rankings after road trip

Andrew Braun, Contributing Writer
October 11, 2023
Olivia Franke (No. 2) and Olivia Fish (No. 12) go up to defend an attack from Georgia Tech. Franke totaled the most blocks in the match with 8.

Volleyball splits weekend homestand, draws attention to bigger issues

Andrew Braun, Contributing Writer
October 3, 2023
Senior defender Garrison Tubbs fights for positioning with a Gardner-Webb player on Tuesday, Sept. 12.

No. 20 men’s soccer blanks Gardner-Webb

Andrew Braun, Contributing Writer
September 18, 2023
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