Wake Forest Athletics
Demon Deacons Set for Opening Night Against Wofford
11/4/2023 9:08:00 PM | Women's Basketball
The much-anticipated season of the Coach Gebbia era is set to tipoff Monday night at Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum at 5:00 p.m. against the Wofford Terriers.
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. – Get excited Deacon Nation! Basketball season is finally here as the Wake Forest women's basketball team is set to tipoff the second season of the Megan Gebbia era Monday night at Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum against the Wofford Terriers.
The Demon Deacons are coming off a program-record third-straight postseason appearance, advancing to the second round of the WNIT during the record-breaking first season of the Megan Gebbia era. Gebbia tied the most-wins by a first-year head coach in program history and the Deacs defeated two eventual Elite Eight teams as a part of a 12-5 home record at Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum. Wake Forest returns valuable experience as Kaia Harrison and Alexandria Scruggs enter their fifth years in the program, using their extra COVID season. Additionally, veteran guard Elise Williams returns for her fourth season with the Deacs and is the team's leading returner in scoring, assists and steals.
The Terriers captured the SoCon regular season title in 2022-23 which was the first-ever SoCon title for any Wofford women's team sport. They ended the season with a record of 22-10 and earned a berth in the WNIT where they nearly defeated Florida in Gainesville in the opening round. Junior guard Rachael Rose is the SoCon preseason player of the year after averaging 17.2 points, 5.7 rebounds and 4.2 assists per game last season while also shooting 41.3 percent from three.
Tipoff is scheduled for 5 p.m. (ET) at LJVM Coliseum. For those not at the arena, fans can tune in to ACC Network Extra. A live stats feed can be found here. You can also listen to the game on GoDeacs.com/Watch.
Fans can follow along via the Demon Deacons Twitter, Instagram and Facebook accounts (@WakeWBB).
New Home Locker Room Unveiled
Saturday ahead of the first home game of the season, the brand new home locker room at Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum.
The 1,500 square foot space includes:
The Demon Deacons were spectacular at home last season, holding a 12-5 record with the lone losses coming to nationally-ranked Duke, nationally-ranked NC State, nationally-ranked Florida State, Florida and Boston College. The winning percentage was the sixth-best in program history:
Rank Season Wins Losses Win Pct.
1. 1987-88 11 2 84.6 pct.
T2. 2008-09 15 5 75.0 pct.
T2. 1988-89 9 3 75.0 pct.
4. 2009-10 14 5 73.7 pct.
5. 1989-90 10 4 71.4 pct.
T6. 2022-23 12 5 75.0 pct.
T6. 2016-17 12 5 70.6 pct.
8. 2011-12 14 6 70.0 pct.
Owning the Arc
On the defensive side of the floor, Wake Forest limited opponents to just 28.5 percent shooting from behind the arc, ranking 56th in the country.
Overall as a team, this has been one of the best three-point shooting years in program history, knocking down a 223 threes which is second in program history
Rank Threes Made Season
1. 275 2004-05
2. 223 2022-23
3. 215 2005-06
4. 195 2021-22
5. 179 2008-09
The Demon Deacons have been one of the best teams in the ACC at shooting the three-point shot so far this season, knocking down 6.7 threes per game last season. This also ranks 106th nationally:
Rank Team Threes Made Per Game
1. Virginia Tech 7.8
2. Florida St. 7.0
3. Wake Forest 6.7
T4. Clemson 6.1
T4. North Carolina 6.1
T4. Pitt 6.1
In 2021-22, Megan Gebbia's American coached team was one of the best in the nation in three-point defense. The Eagles finished the season ranked third in the nation, allowing their opponents to shoot just 24.4 percent from behind the arc.
Enhancements for the 2023-24 Women's Basketball Season
Student Information
Because of your outstanding dedication and commitment to our basketball program, your seats are now closer to the action! Student section seating has now expanded to the courtside area below section 124. Thirty seats will be available each game for students on a first-come, first-serve basis upon arrival. Student Section seating now includes all of section 124, 101, 102, and the upper section of 103.
The Spirit of the Old Gold and Black has also moved to the lower section of 103 to give more space and allow them to extend the drums and drumline to the floor.
Students sitting courtside must adhere to the courtside seating code of conduct.
Concessions
In the continued effort to provide the Best Fan Experience in North Carolina, Wake Forest Athletics announced its selection of national catering company Proof of the Pudding as its official concessions & catering partner. This innovative and experience-enhancing partnership will oversee all Athletics concessions and premium areas inside Allegacy Stadium, LJVM Coliseum, David F. Couch Ballpark and all other athletics venues.
As part of the new partnership, fans inside Wake Forest Athletics venues can look forward to superior game day experiences at Wake Forest through elevated food and beverage offerings, including grab-and-go concessions, a new point-of-sale system that is cashless to offer greater speed, local sourcing, from-scratch cooking for optimal taste and nutrition and creative customization to Wake Forest's brand.
Premium Updates
Coliseum luxury suites have received an upgrade with new countertops, carpet & paint, 55 or 65-inch 4K televisions, and electronic keypad locks. Half of the Coliseum's 18 suites were renovated prior to the start of the season; the remainder will be completed in the spring of 2024. The renovation coincides with the arena's new online suite rental platform SuitePro at ljvmcoliseumsuites.com, where guests can explore pricing and availability for concerts and other special events.
New for the 2023-24 basketball season, there will be a third row of courtside seats on the sideline opposite of the team benches. By adding this additional row, more fans will have the opportunity to sit on the court and enjoy Wake Forest basketball up close and personal with the game action within reach. In addition to the third row, new seats have also been brought in to add comfort and a better viewing position to the game experience for courtside fans.
To inquire about these seats or to purchase, please contact Jon Hoban at hobanj@wfu.edu.
Mobile Charging
LJVM Coliseum now has three chargeFUZE portable phone charging kiosks that allow guests to rent a portable mobile power bank that can be used anywhere and returned to any location on site. You can find them on the concourse across from sections 101 and 113, and in the Allegacy Club corridor. ChargeFUZE power-banks are built in to include charging cables for iOS, Android, and other devices. To rent one, download the chargeFUZE app, ask a member of guest services, or simply scan the QR code on any chargeFUZE station.
All-In-1
Paciolan, Wake Forest's ticketing partner, has launched a new smart ticket experience called "ALL-IN-1" for the 2023-24 athletics year that started this fall at Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium and will be available for LJVM this basketball season.
ALL-IN-1 is a smart ticket that will simplify your digital wallet by consolidating your entire sports season, series of performances, or set of shows into a single pass. Season ticket, mini plan, or series purchasers will now only have to download one mobile ticket per seat that will automatically update to the event in their plan. That means season ticket holders can download their mobile ticket once for the entire season and never worry about cellular connectivity at the gate again.
ALL-IN-1 tickets are available to download to your mobile wallet at GoDeacs.com/myaccount as any other mobile ticket would be. You can determine if a ticket is an ALL-IN-1 pass by the logo in the upper right hand corner of the pass.
You can learn more about the ALL-IN-1 pass here, or contact the Wake Forest ticket office at tix@wfu.edu for any questions you may have about your account.
Feedback
As fans have questions, feedback or ideas, Wake Forest Athletics encourages you to email wfsports@wfu.edu with those thoughts.
Wake Forest Women's Basketball Overview
Wake Forest is coming off a historic first season under head coach Megan Gebbia that included a memorable three-day run at the ACC Tournament and a run to the second round of the WNIT.
During Gebbia's first season:
Highlighted by a showdown in the inaugural ACC/SEC Challenge against Texas A&M, the Demon Deacons non-conference slate features 12 contests, including seven at Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum.
The Deacs will tip off the 2023-24 season on Monday, Nov. 6, squaring off with last season's SoCon runner-up Wofford, before traveling to take on in-state foe Davidson on Saturday, Nov. 11.
The Demon Deacons will then return home to face NC A&T on Wednesday, Nov. 15, before embarking on an expedition to The Aloha State for the annual North Shore Showcase on Nov. 18 and 20.
Starting with a clash against last year's Big East runner-up Villanova, the Deacs will have four-consecutive home games against Texas A&M, Charlotte and Norfolk State. Of note, Villanova reached the Sweet 16 a season ago.
Game times and broadcast information for each of the Demon Deacons' 12 non-conference games will be announced at a later date.
Season Tickets On Sale Now
Claim your spot in Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum for what is shaping up to be another exciting season for Megan Gebbia's second season with the Demon Deacons! Season tickets for 2023-24 Wake Forest women's basketball season tickets are now open at GoDeacs.com/tickets with tickets starting at $60.
Along with your purchase of a women's basketball season ticket package this season there are many added benefits exclusive only to those who buy season tickets. Admission to all home games for this price Additional perks include:
Sunday Four-Packs Available Now
Sunday four-packs are available for six games for the upcoming 2023-24 season including four ACC home matchups at Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum. A four-pack includes four tickets and four popcorn vouchers for just $28. The games with four-packs available:
Non-Conference Single-Game Tickets On-Sale Now
Your first opportunity to see this season's Demon Deacons are right around the corner single-game tickets for all seven of the non-conference home games are set to be on sale now!
Go to GoDeacs.com/Tickets or call the ticket office at 336-758-3322
UP NEXT
The Demon Deacons second game of the season comes at Davidson on Saturday as the first road test of the season is scheduled for a
For those who cannot attend, the game will air on ACC Network.
The Demon Deacons are coming off a program-record third-straight postseason appearance, advancing to the second round of the WNIT during the record-breaking first season of the Megan Gebbia era. Gebbia tied the most-wins by a first-year head coach in program history and the Deacs defeated two eventual Elite Eight teams as a part of a 12-5 home record at Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum. Wake Forest returns valuable experience as Kaia Harrison and Alexandria Scruggs enter their fifth years in the program, using their extra COVID season. Additionally, veteran guard Elise Williams returns for her fourth season with the Deacs and is the team's leading returner in scoring, assists and steals.
The Terriers captured the SoCon regular season title in 2022-23 which was the first-ever SoCon title for any Wofford women's team sport. They ended the season with a record of 22-10 and earned a berth in the WNIT where they nearly defeated Florida in Gainesville in the opening round. Junior guard Rachael Rose is the SoCon preseason player of the year after averaging 17.2 points, 5.7 rebounds and 4.2 assists per game last season while also shooting 41.3 percent from three.
Tipoff is scheduled for 5 p.m. (ET) at LJVM Coliseum. For those not at the arena, fans can tune in to ACC Network Extra. A live stats feed can be found here. You can also listen to the game on GoDeacs.com/Watch.
Fans can follow along via the Demon Deacons Twitter, Instagram and Facebook accounts (@WakeWBB).
New Home Locker Room Unveiled
Saturday ahead of the first home game of the season, the brand new home locker room at Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum.
Our new home locker room 💛🖤 pic.twitter.com/Kzmd1bW5ht
— Wake Forest Women's Basketball (@WakeWBB) November 4, 2023
The 1,500 square foot space includes:
- Team lounge space with enhanced video capabilities for game and practice film review
- Separate locker room space with new lockers
- Renovated restrooms with individual showers
- Enhanced sound system with bluetooth capabilities
- New team branding and messaging
The Demon Deacons were spectacular at home last season, holding a 12-5 record with the lone losses coming to nationally-ranked Duke, nationally-ranked NC State, nationally-ranked Florida State, Florida and Boston College. The winning percentage was the sixth-best in program history:
Rank Season Wins Losses Win Pct.
1. 1987-88 11 2 84.6 pct.
T2. 2008-09 15 5 75.0 pct.
T2. 1988-89 9 3 75.0 pct.
4. 2009-10 14 5 73.7 pct.
5. 1989-90 10 4 71.4 pct.
T6. 2022-23 12 5 75.0 pct.
T6. 2016-17 12 5 70.6 pct.
8. 2011-12 14 6 70.0 pct.
Owning the Arc
On the defensive side of the floor, Wake Forest limited opponents to just 28.5 percent shooting from behind the arc, ranking 56th in the country.
Overall as a team, this has been one of the best three-point shooting years in program history, knocking down a 223 threes which is second in program history
Rank Threes Made Season
1. 275 2004-05
2. 223 2022-23
3. 215 2005-06
4. 195 2021-22
5. 179 2008-09
The Demon Deacons have been one of the best teams in the ACC at shooting the three-point shot so far this season, knocking down 6.7 threes per game last season. This also ranks 106th nationally:
Rank Team Threes Made Per Game
1. Virginia Tech 7.8
2. Florida St. 7.0
3. Wake Forest 6.7
T4. Clemson 6.1
T4. North Carolina 6.1
T4. Pitt 6.1
In 2021-22, Megan Gebbia's American coached team was one of the best in the nation in three-point defense. The Eagles finished the season ranked third in the nation, allowing their opponents to shoot just 24.4 percent from behind the arc.
Enhancements for the 2023-24 Women's Basketball Season
Student Information
Because of your outstanding dedication and commitment to our basketball program, your seats are now closer to the action! Student section seating has now expanded to the courtside area below section 124. Thirty seats will be available each game for students on a first-come, first-serve basis upon arrival. Student Section seating now includes all of section 124, 101, 102, and the upper section of 103.
The Spirit of the Old Gold and Black has also moved to the lower section of 103 to give more space and allow them to extend the drums and drumline to the floor.
Students sitting courtside must adhere to the courtside seating code of conduct.
Concessions
In the continued effort to provide the Best Fan Experience in North Carolina, Wake Forest Athletics announced its selection of national catering company Proof of the Pudding as its official concessions & catering partner. This innovative and experience-enhancing partnership will oversee all Athletics concessions and premium areas inside Allegacy Stadium, LJVM Coliseum, David F. Couch Ballpark and all other athletics venues.
As part of the new partnership, fans inside Wake Forest Athletics venues can look forward to superior game day experiences at Wake Forest through elevated food and beverage offerings, including grab-and-go concessions, a new point-of-sale system that is cashless to offer greater speed, local sourcing, from-scratch cooking for optimal taste and nutrition and creative customization to Wake Forest's brand.
Premium Updates
Coliseum luxury suites have received an upgrade with new countertops, carpet & paint, 55 or 65-inch 4K televisions, and electronic keypad locks. Half of the Coliseum's 18 suites were renovated prior to the start of the season; the remainder will be completed in the spring of 2024. The renovation coincides with the arena's new online suite rental platform SuitePro at ljvmcoliseumsuites.com, where guests can explore pricing and availability for concerts and other special events.
New for the 2023-24 basketball season, there will be a third row of courtside seats on the sideline opposite of the team benches. By adding this additional row, more fans will have the opportunity to sit on the court and enjoy Wake Forest basketball up close and personal with the game action within reach. In addition to the third row, new seats have also been brought in to add comfort and a better viewing position to the game experience for courtside fans.
To inquire about these seats or to purchase, please contact Jon Hoban at hobanj@wfu.edu.
Mobile Charging
LJVM Coliseum now has three chargeFUZE portable phone charging kiosks that allow guests to rent a portable mobile power bank that can be used anywhere and returned to any location on site. You can find them on the concourse across from sections 101 and 113, and in the Allegacy Club corridor. ChargeFUZE power-banks are built in to include charging cables for iOS, Android, and other devices. To rent one, download the chargeFUZE app, ask a member of guest services, or simply scan the QR code on any chargeFUZE station.
All-In-1
Paciolan, Wake Forest's ticketing partner, has launched a new smart ticket experience called "ALL-IN-1" for the 2023-24 athletics year that started this fall at Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium and will be available for LJVM this basketball season.
ALL-IN-1 is a smart ticket that will simplify your digital wallet by consolidating your entire sports season, series of performances, or set of shows into a single pass. Season ticket, mini plan, or series purchasers will now only have to download one mobile ticket per seat that will automatically update to the event in their plan. That means season ticket holders can download their mobile ticket once for the entire season and never worry about cellular connectivity at the gate again.
ALL-IN-1 tickets are available to download to your mobile wallet at GoDeacs.com/myaccount as any other mobile ticket would be. You can determine if a ticket is an ALL-IN-1 pass by the logo in the upper right hand corner of the pass.
You can learn more about the ALL-IN-1 pass here, or contact the Wake Forest ticket office at tix@wfu.edu for any questions you may have about your account.
Feedback
As fans have questions, feedback or ideas, Wake Forest Athletics encourages you to email wfsports@wfu.edu with those thoughts.
Wake Forest Women's Basketball Overview
Wake Forest is coming off a historic first season under head coach Megan Gebbia that included a memorable three-day run at the ACC Tournament and a run to the second round of the WNIT.
During Gebbia's first season:
- 17 wins tied the most since the 2011-12 season
- Tallied the most wins against ACC opponents by a first-year head coach and the most wins overall under a first-year coach
- Wins over four NCAA Tournament teams including wins over two Elite Eight teams
- Grabbed 12 wins at home, the fourth-highest total in program history
- Finished second in program history with 227 threes made
- Ended the season ranked fourth in program history with 123 blocks
- Held ACC opponents at home to just 19.2 percent shooting from three
- Limited five of nine ACC teams at home to one or less three-pointer made
Highlighted by a showdown in the inaugural ACC/SEC Challenge against Texas A&M, the Demon Deacons non-conference slate features 12 contests, including seven at Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum.
The Deacs will tip off the 2023-24 season on Monday, Nov. 6, squaring off with last season's SoCon runner-up Wofford, before traveling to take on in-state foe Davidson on Saturday, Nov. 11.
The Demon Deacons will then return home to face NC A&T on Wednesday, Nov. 15, before embarking on an expedition to The Aloha State for the annual North Shore Showcase on Nov. 18 and 20.
Starting with a clash against last year's Big East runner-up Villanova, the Deacs will have four-consecutive home games against Texas A&M, Charlotte and Norfolk State. Of note, Villanova reached the Sweet 16 a season ago.
Game times and broadcast information for each of the Demon Deacons' 12 non-conference games will be announced at a later date.
Season Tickets On Sale Now
Claim your spot in Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum for what is shaping up to be another exciting season for Megan Gebbia's second season with the Demon Deacons! Season tickets for 2023-24 Wake Forest women's basketball season tickets are now open at GoDeacs.com/tickets with tickets starting at $60.
Along with your purchase of a women's basketball season ticket package this season there are many added benefits exclusive only to those who buy season tickets. Admission to all home games for this price Additional perks include:
- A lunch opportunity with the Wake Forest women's basketball team
- Only season ticket holders can sit in floor level seats
- Access to The Blue Ridge Room for free light refreshments and snacks before and during each home game
- "Season Ticket Holder of the Game"
- A season ticket holder will be recognized at each game
- They will be brought onto the floor during a quarter break or timeout to be recognized
- They will be presented with a signed picture of the team
- They will also have video board graphics made for them as well
Sunday Four-Packs Available Now
Sunday four-packs are available for six games for the upcoming 2023-24 season including four ACC home matchups at Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum. A four-pack includes four tickets and four popcorn vouchers for just $28. The games with four-packs available:
- Sunday, Nov. 26 vs. Villanova
- Sunday, Dec. 10 vs. Norfolk State
- Sunday, Jan. 21 vs. Notre Dame
- Sunday, Feb. 4 vs. Georgia Tech
- Sunday, Feb. 11 vs. Virginia
- Sunday, Feb. 18 vs. North Carolina
Non-Conference Single-Game Tickets On-Sale Now
Your first opportunity to see this season's Demon Deacons are right around the corner single-game tickets for all seven of the non-conference home games are set to be on sale now!
Go to GoDeacs.com/Tickets or call the ticket office at 336-758-3322
UP NEXT
The Demon Deacons second game of the season comes at Davidson on Saturday as the first road test of the season is scheduled for a
For those who cannot attend, the game will air on ACC Network.
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