Wake Forest Athletics
Friday, March 6
Winston-Salem, N.C.
6 p.m.
Wake Forest University
vs
Stanford
Photo by: Seth Seebaugh / Wake Forest Athletics
No. 15 Wake Forest Welcomes Stanford to Open ACC Play
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The Demon Deacons look to extend their 12-game win streak against the Cardinal.
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. – Winners of 12-straight, Wake Forest returns home to open Atlantic Coast Conference play, taking on Stanford in a three-game series this weekend at David F. Couch Ballpark.
The Demon Deacons and Cardinal have met just four other times, including a win at the 2023 MCWS. Most recently, Wake Forest took two out of three against the Cardinal, including a 10-0 run-rule victory in the finale to clinch the series a season ago.
All three games can be streamed on ACC Network Extra. Stay tuned to the Demon Deacons social media accounts (@WakeBaseball) for all in-game updates and information.
Weekend Rotation
Friday – Jr. RHP Blake Morningstar (1-1, 6.43 ERA) vs. Sr. RHP Nick Dugan (0-1, 6.14 ERA)
Saturday – So. RHP Chris Levonas (3-0, 0.61 ERA) vs. Jr. RHP Aidan Keenan (0-2, 4.50 ERA)
Sunday – So. RHP Duncan Marsten (0-0, 0.00 ERA) vs. So. RHP Parker Warner (0-1, 4.63 ERA)
Accomplishing Greatness
Since 2022, Wake Forest has totaled 184 wins, tied for first in the Atlantic Coast Conference.
T1. Wake Forest 184
T1. North Carolina 184
3. Clemson 179
4. Virginia 178
5. Florida State 158
Additionally, Wake Forest is one of two programs to win at least 15 conference games in each of the last four seasons, joined by only Virginia. Wake Forest has totaled eight 40-win seasons in program history, with three coming under head coach Tom Walter, including two of the last four years.
Come Out Swinging
Hot starts have been the theme of the season so far for Wake Forest, as the Demon Deacons are outscoring their opponents 37-5 in the first two innings of play through 13 games of the 2026 campaign. Wake Forest has scored in the first inning in eight of the first 13 games, after doing so just 25 times in 61 games a season ago. The early offense has translated to the win column, with Wake sitting at a perfect 9-0 when scoring first entering the series against the Cardinal.
Parking
Fans who have purchased season parking in the Couch Ballpark and McCreary Tower lots will be guaranteed their spots on gameday. No single-game parking will be sold in these lots. Please have your pass prepared to show the parking attendant as you enter the lot.
As a reminder, fans are only permitted to use one (1) parking space per parking pass. Tailgating is not allowed within the parking lots and may only take place in the grassy areas near David F. Couch Ballpark.
Complimentary parking is available in the Gold lot at Allegacy Stadium all three games and in the Starry and Diet Pepsi lots at LJVM Coliseum on Friday and Sunday on a first-come, first-serve basis. Fans parking in the Starry and Diet Pepsi lots are encouraged to cross Deacon Boulevard by using the tunnel or the crosswalk noted on the map above. Please note that single-game parking is no longer permitted at McCreary Tower; this lot is only available to those who have purchased season parking passes.
With several other events occurring throughout the weekend in DEACTOWN, particularly Saturday, that will bring heavy traffic to the area, Deacon Blvd. will be closed from University Parkway to Piccolo Lane for the majority of Saturday.
Please note that construction will continue to impact traffic flow around certain lots throughout the 2026 season. Stay tuned to GoDeacs.com/bsbgameday for the latest construction information.
DEACTOWN Charlotte
Building on the previously announced 2027 Wake Forest football matchup with Notre Dame inside Bank of America Stadium, Wake Forest Athletics continues to strengthen its regional ties to Charlotte as the Demon Deacons baseball program will head to the Queen City to take on Clemson in a showdown at Truist Field on Wednesday, April 1, 2026.
Tickets for the April 1 game are on sale now and fans can purchase by clicking HERE.
Accessibility
Wake Forest Athletics strives to provide content at games, social media and on GoDeacs.com that is accessible to all people. In the continued effort to improve accessibility of the technology and digital content at tomorrow's game, fans can access closed captions HERE for the public address announcer and in-venue content.
2026 Wake Forest Baseball Ticket Options
Follow The Deacs:
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The Demon Deacons and Cardinal have met just four other times, including a win at the 2023 MCWS. Most recently, Wake Forest took two out of three against the Cardinal, including a 10-0 run-rule victory in the finale to clinch the series a season ago.
All three games can be streamed on ACC Network Extra. Stay tuned to the Demon Deacons social media accounts (@WakeBaseball) for all in-game updates and information.
Weekend Rotation
Friday – Jr. RHP Blake Morningstar (1-1, 6.43 ERA) vs. Sr. RHP Nick Dugan (0-1, 6.14 ERA)
Saturday – So. RHP Chris Levonas (3-0, 0.61 ERA) vs. Jr. RHP Aidan Keenan (0-2, 4.50 ERA)
Sunday – So. RHP Duncan Marsten (0-0, 0.00 ERA) vs. So. RHP Parker Warner (0-1, 4.63 ERA)
Accomplishing Greatness
Since 2022, Wake Forest has totaled 184 wins, tied for first in the Atlantic Coast Conference.
T1. Wake Forest 184
T1. North Carolina 184
3. Clemson 179
4. Virginia 178
5. Florida State 158
Additionally, Wake Forest is one of two programs to win at least 15 conference games in each of the last four seasons, joined by only Virginia. Wake Forest has totaled eight 40-win seasons in program history, with three coming under head coach Tom Walter, including two of the last four years.
Come Out Swinging
Hot starts have been the theme of the season so far for Wake Forest, as the Demon Deacons are outscoring their opponents 37-5 in the first two innings of play through 13 games of the 2026 campaign. Wake Forest has scored in the first inning in eight of the first 13 games, after doing so just 25 times in 61 games a season ago. The early offense has translated to the win column, with Wake sitting at a perfect 9-0 when scoring first entering the series against the Cardinal.
Parking
Fans who have purchased season parking in the Couch Ballpark and McCreary Tower lots will be guaranteed their spots on gameday. No single-game parking will be sold in these lots. Please have your pass prepared to show the parking attendant as you enter the lot.
As a reminder, fans are only permitted to use one (1) parking space per parking pass. Tailgating is not allowed within the parking lots and may only take place in the grassy areas near David F. Couch Ballpark.
Complimentary parking is available in the Gold lot at Allegacy Stadium all three games and in the Starry and Diet Pepsi lots at LJVM Coliseum on Friday and Sunday on a first-come, first-serve basis. Fans parking in the Starry and Diet Pepsi lots are encouraged to cross Deacon Boulevard by using the tunnel or the crosswalk noted on the map above. Please note that single-game parking is no longer permitted at McCreary Tower; this lot is only available to those who have purchased season parking passes.
With several other events occurring throughout the weekend in DEACTOWN, particularly Saturday, that will bring heavy traffic to the area, Deacon Blvd. will be closed from University Parkway to Piccolo Lane for the majority of Saturday.
Please note that construction will continue to impact traffic flow around certain lots throughout the 2026 season. Stay tuned to GoDeacs.com/bsbgameday for the latest construction information.
DEACTOWN Charlotte
Building on the previously announced 2027 Wake Forest football matchup with Notre Dame inside Bank of America Stadium, Wake Forest Athletics continues to strengthen its regional ties to Charlotte as the Demon Deacons baseball program will head to the Queen City to take on Clemson in a showdown at Truist Field on Wednesday, April 1, 2026.
Tickets for the April 1 game are on sale now and fans can purchase by clicking HERE.
Accessibility
Wake Forest Athletics strives to provide content at games, social media and on GoDeacs.com that is accessible to all people. In the continued effort to improve accessibility of the technology and digital content at tomorrow's game, fans can access closed captions HERE for the public address announcer and in-venue content.
2026 Wake Forest Baseball Ticket Options
- 2026 Single Game Tickets
- Single-game tickets for the full 30-game home slate for your Demon Deacons baseball team are available now! Non-conference tickets start at $8 and ACC tickets start at $12. Don't forget – prices increase by $5 on at the box office on gameday, making now the right time to purchase your tickets. Get ready for Opening Day and secure your tickets for Wake Forest baseball today!
- 2026 Season Tickets on Sale Now!
- "The Couch" is home to more than just great baseball — it's where a tight-knit team comes together to compete, grow, and proudly represent the old gold and black. Every inning, you can see the bond in the dugout and the trust between teammates on the field. When you're here, you're not just watching baseball — you're backing a group that plays for each other and for Deacon Nation.
- Secure your season tickets today and we'll see you at The Couch!
- Premium Deacon Deck Seating Option at David F. Couch Ballpark for the 2026 Season!
- The Deacon Deck returns as a premier premium experience at David F. Couch Ballpark for the 2026 season. Fans have three options to secure tickets in the Deacon Deck: a Six Game Mini Plan ($399), group ticket experiences ($25/person), and single-game all-inclusive for select home opponents. Located on the first baseline, Deacon Deck ticket holders will enjoy:
- Loge-style deck seating with drink rails
- Club space lounge seating with climate-controlling fans and heaters and HD televisions
- Access to general admission seating in sections 1-4 of the ballpark
- Private bar with beer and wine for purchase
- The Deacon Deck returns as a premier premium experience at David F. Couch Ballpark for the 2026 season. Fans have three options to secure tickets in the Deacon Deck: a Six Game Mini Plan ($399), group ticket experiences ($25/person), and single-game all-inclusive for select home opponents. Located on the first baseline, Deacon Deck ticket holders will enjoy:
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