App State men's basketball team, after a standout season with multiple program records, has been chosen to compete in the NIT postseason tournament, facing Wake Forest Demon Deacons in Winston-Salem.

The Big Picture

The selection for the NIT highlights the team's exceptional season achievements, marking a significant milestone for the program and acknowledging its strong performance.

By the Numbers
  • App State broke the previous wins record of 25, achieving 27 wins in the 2023-24 season.
  • The team only suffered five losses in regular-season play, the fewest since the 1978-79 season.
  • With a 16-2 regular-season conference record, the Mountaineers set a program record for the best winning percentage.
  • Four Mountaineers received All-Sun Belt postseason honors, the most in the team's history as a member of the league.
State of Play
  • App State men's basketball team secured an invitation to the NIT, marking their second appearance in the tournament.
  • This season, the team clinched the one seed at the Sun Belt Conference Tournament and remained unbeaten at home throughout the Division I era.
  • Head coach Dustin Kerns was named the Sun Belt Coach of the Year, a recognition the program last received in 2003.
Bottom Line

The Mountaineers' NIT selection reflects their remarkable season, culminating in a well-deserved opportunity to showcase their talent in the postseason, underlining the significant progress and success of the team under Coach Kerns' leadership.