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Wake Forest, Appalachian State Agree to Future Matchups
8/5/2020 5:45:00 PM | Football
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. -- Because of expected COVID-19 related significant fan capacity reductions and the parameters of the ACC's recently announced 10+1 emergency scheduling model, Wake Forest and Appalachian State will postpone their 2020 contest to a future year.
"Wake Forest and Appalachian State playing is good for college football in general, but especially in the state of North Carolina," said Deacon athletics director John Currie. "It would be a shame not to have the normal packed and electric atmosphere this game always provides. Given the uncertainty of the moment, the right decision is to go ahead and plan to play in a near-term future year when we can offer fans of both institutions the opportunity to be in Truist Field and enjoy continuing a great tradition."
Additionally, Currie and Appalachian State AD Doug Gillin have agreed in principle to add two more games to the series, which will include Wake Forest's first trip to Boone since scoring 17 second-half points and blocking two kicks in a victory in 2017.
"I am very appreciative of Doug's partnership in making this decision, which gives both of us the ability to move forward in completing our tentative 2020 schedules," added Currie. "I believe the short-term disappointment is offset by the long-term sustainment and enhancement of the rivalry."
It is anticipated that the two future games in Winston-Salem and the Boone match-up can all be played this decade.
"Appalachian State is an excellent program and I know our student-athletes were excited for the opportunity to compete against them this fall," said Head Coach Dave Clawson. "Along with being an excellent matchup on the field, both fan bases were extremely excited for this contest. The atmosphere we witnessed in Boone in 2017 had our program excited for a great environment this fall inside Truist Field. We schedule this type of game for our fans, and I look forward to playing Coach Shawn Clark and their program in the future."
2020 Wake Forest Football Schedule
As the ACC announced on Wednesday, July 29, the season's first games will take place the week of Sept. 7-12. The 2020 scheduling model includes 11 games (10 plus one: 10 conference and one non-conference).
While dates are yet to be determined, Truist Field at Wake Forest will host Clemson, Miami, Virginia and Virginia Tech. Meanwhile, the Duke's Mayo Classic versus Notre Dame remains in Charlotte on Sept. 26.
Road contests for Wake Forest will be at Duke, Louisville, North Carolina, NC State and Syracuse.
The Deacs non-conference opponent will be announced at a later date.
2020 Football Fan Information
With the goal of keeping all of Deacon Nation as safe and healthy as possible during home games this fall at Truist Field, Wake Forest Athletics has adjusted its seating and ticketing plans.
Events will require physical distancing and mandatory face masks or facial coverings, with careful attention to safety protocol for concessions. With that, Wake Forest will be transitioning to individual game tickets only for the 2020 and a touchless environment with mobile ticketing.
Please visit this FAQ and contact the Wake Forest Ticket Office via email (tix@wfu.edu) or by phone at 336-758-3322 ext. 1 for any questions.
Many announcements and details will be forthcoming as circumstances evolve. Wake Forest is ultimately under the health and safety guidelines and regulations of Winston-Salem, Forsyth County, and the state of North Carolina.
Deacon Virtual Season Ticket (DVST)
For fans that are unable to make it to Truist Field for the upcoming season, the Deacon Virtual Season Ticket will offer a first of its kind experience inside of the program.
A Rookie Level membership for the Deacon Virtual Season Ticket is available free of charge for any interested Demon Deacon fans.
Access to the exclusive video, photo, written content, and live features, including a live pregame show for games played at Truist Field, will be available as a part of the full season ticket membership beginning at the PRO-Level for only $179.
Interested fans may register and purchase their membership today at GoDeacs.com/virtualticket or call the ticket office at 336-758-3322 ext. 1.
Please stay tuned to GoDeacs.com and Wake Forest Athletics social media channels (@DemonDeacons) for news and updates for the fall.
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