Aging is inevitable, and for many, it signals the beginning of a new chapter - one where you cross off bucket list items and live life to the fullest, on your own terms. However, for some men, aging is a horrible prospect, filled with chronic fatigue, irritability, and inability to perform in the bedroom. If you're concerned about life in middle age and beyond, we've got great news: there are easy, proven steps that you can take to help stop the negative effect of aging.
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For men, getting older comes with its perks, like living life on their own terms and not having to "sweat the small stuff" day in and day out. At the same time, there are aspects of aging that men dread, like hormonal changes. Yes, you read that right – men, not just women, go through hormonal changes as they age. For men, the biggest change involves a drop in testosterone.
Lower levels of testosterone can wreak havoc on a male's mind and body and when left untreated, can result in symptoms like:
Those symptoms are concerning, but with testosterone replacement therapy and anti-aging medicine, many males improve their quality of life with age. The good news is that TRT and anti-aging meds aren't only reserved for "old guys." In fact, there's no magic age at which men should start thinking about hormone replacement therapy. Everyone's body is different, so if you're experiencing the above conditions in your mid-30s, TRT could be a viable solution when you consult with a doctor.
Testosterone is a crucial hormone for men and plays an important role throughout the male lifespan. Most of a male's testosterone is produced through the testicles. Also called the male sex hormone, testosterone starts playing its part during puberty.
When a male goes through puberty, testosterone helps males develop:
As boys turn to men and men grow older, testosterone levels deplete naturally. Sometimes, events like injuries and chronic health conditions like diabetes can lower testosterone levels. Unfortunately, when a man loses too much T, it results in hypogonadism. When this happens, the testosterone must be replaced, or the male will suffer from symptoms like muscle loss, low libido, and even depression.
TRT is exactly what it sounds like: a treatment option for men that replaces testosterone so that your body regulates hormones properly and restores balance to your life. Also called androgen replacement therapy, TRT alleviates the symptoms that men experience with low T.
Originally lab-synthesized in 1935, testosterone has grown in popularity since it was produced. Today, TRT and other testosterone treatments are among the most popular prescriptions in the U.S.
Without getting too deep into the science, TRT works by giving your body the essential testosterone it needs to function correctly. As the primary androgen for both males and females, testosterone impacts many of the body's natural processes – especially those needed for overall health. For example, men with low T are more prone to serious problems like cardiovascular disease and even type-2 diabetes.
When your body quits making enough testosterone, it causes your health to suffer until a solution is presented. That's where TRT and anti-aging medicine for men can help. TRT helps balance your hormones and replenish your depleted testosterone. With time, your body will begin to heal, and many symptoms like low libido and irritability begin to diminish.
For men, aging is the biggest contributor to lower testosterone levels, though there are other causes like obesity, drug abuse, testicular injuries, and certain prescribed medications. Sometimes, long-term health conditions like AIDS, cirrhosis of the liver, and kidney disease can lower testosterone levels.
When a man's testosterone levels drop significantly, it alters his body's ratio of estrogen and testosterone. Lower testosterone levels cause more abdominal fat, which in turn results in increased aromatase, which converts even more testosterone into estrogen.
If you're concerned that you might have low T, you're not alone. Millions of men in the U.S. feel the same way. The best way to find out if your testosterone is low is to get your levels tested.
For sustainable testosterone replacement therapy benefits, you must consult with hormone doctors and experts like those you can find at Global Life Rejuvenation. That way, you can find the root cause of your hormone problems, and our team can craft a personalized HRT plan tailored to your needs.
Are you used to blasting through a productive day and accomplishing all your daily goals? Do you find yourself losing muscle mass and the craving to be intimate with your partner? Does your partner complain about how irritable you have become? If you're not usually a curmudgeon, your body could be giving you a sign. It could be time to speak with a doctor about TRT and anti-aging medicine for men in Wilmington, NC.
If you're experiencing any of the following symptoms, you might be battling against low testosterone:
One of the most common reasons that men choose TRT is because they have lost that "spark" with their partner. It's not easy for a man to hear that they're not performing like they used to. Intimacy is a powerful part of any relationship. When a once-healthy sex life dwindles, it can cause serious relationship issues.
The good news is that low libido doesn't have to be a permanent problem. TRT and anti-aging medicines help revert hormone levels back into their normal range. When this happens, many men have a more enjoyable life full of intimacy and sex drive.
Weak erections – it's an uncomfortable subject for many men in the U.S. to talk about. It's even worse to experience first-hand. You're in the midst of an intimate moment, and you can't do your part. Despite being perfectly normal, many men put blame and shame upon themselves when they can't achieve an erection. And while the inability to perform sexually can be caused by poor diet, obesity, and chronic health conditions, low testosterone is often a contributing factor.
Fortunately, weak erections are a treatable condition. The best way to regain your confidence and ability in bed is to speak with your doctor. Once any underlying conditions are discovered, options like TRT may be the best course of treatment.
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Do you find it harder and harder to work out and lift weights in the gym? Are you having problems lifting heavy items that you once had no problem lifting?
Recent studies show that when men are inactive, they lose .5% of muscle strength every year, from ages 25 to 60. After 60, muscle loss doubles every decade. While some muscle loss is common as men age, a significant portion can be tied to low testosterone levels. When a man's T levels drop, so does his muscle mass.
Testosterone is a much-needed component used in gaining and retaining muscle mass. That's why many doctors prescribe TRT Wilmington, NC, for men having problems with strength. One recent study found that men who increased their testosterone levels using TRT gained as much as 2.5 pounds of muscle mass.
Whether your gym performance is lacking, or you can't lift heavy items like you used to, don't blame it all on age. You could be suffering from hypogonadism.
If you're like millions of other men in their late 20s and 30s, dealing with hair loss is a reality you don't want to face. Closely related to testosterone decline and hormone imbalances, hair loss is distressing for many men. This common symptom is often related to a derivative of testosterone called DHT. Excess amounts of DHT cause hair follicles to halt their production, causing follicles to die.
Because hair located at the front and crown is more sensitive to DHT, it grows slower than other follicles and eventually stops growing permanently. Thankfully, TRT and anti-aging treatments for men in Wilmington, NC, is now available to address hair loss for good.
While it's true that you can't change your genes, you can change the effects of low testosterone on your body. Whether you're suffering from thinning hair or hair loss across your entire head, TRT and other hormone therapies can stop hair loss and even reverse the process.
Also called "man boobs," gynecomastia is essentially the enlargement of male breast tissue. This increase in fatty tissue is often caused by hormonal imbalances and an increase in estrogen. For men, estrogen levels are elevated during andropause. Also called male menopause, andropause usually happens because of a lack of testosterone.
If you're a man between the ages of 40 and 55, and you're embarrassed by having large breasts, don't lose hope. TRT is a safe, effective way to eliminate the underlying cause of gynecomastia without invasive surgery. With a custom HRT and fitness program, you can bring your testosterone and estrogen levels back to normal before you know it.
Decreased energy was once considered a normal part of aging. Today, many doctors know better. Advances in technology and our understanding of testosterone show that low T and lack of energy often go hand-in-hand.
If you're struggling to enjoy activities like playing with your kids or hiking in a park due to lack of energy, it could be a sign of low T. Of course, getting tired is perfectly normal for any man. But if you're suffering from continual fatigue, a lack of enjoyment, or a decrease in energy, it might be time to speak with a doctor.
Whether you're having a tough time getting through your day or can't finish activities you used to love, TRT could help.
A study from 2011 showed that men who lose a week's worth of sleep can experience lowered testosterone levels – as much as 15%, according to experts. Additional research into the topic found almost 15% of workers only get five hours of sleep (or less) per night. These findings suggest that sleep loss negatively impacts T levels and wellbeing.
The bottom line is that men who have trouble sleeping often suffer from lower testosterone levels as a result. If you find yourself exhausted at the end of the day but toss and turn all night long, you might have low T.
TRT and anti-aging medicines can restore your T levels back to normal, which can help you sleep better with proper diet and exercise.
You're feeling down about everything, and there's no solid explanation for why you're in such a crummy mood. Your daily life is great and full of success, but you can't help but feel unexcited and unmotivated. If you're experiencing symptoms like these, you may be depressed – and it may stem from low testosterone.
A research study from Munich found that men with depression also commonly had low testosterone levels. This same study also found that depressed men had cortisol levels that were 67% higher than other men. Because higher cortisol levels lead to lower levels of testosterone, the chances of severe depression increase.
Depression is a very real disorder and should always be diagnosed and treated by your doctor. One treatment option gaining in popularity is TRT for depression. Studies show that when TRT is used to restore hormone levels, men enjoy a lighter, more improved mood. That's great news for men who are depressed and have not had success with other treatments like anti-depression medicines, which alter the brain's chemistry.
Ask anyone over the age of 50 how their memory is, and they'll tell you it wasn't what it used to be. Memory loss and lack of concentration occur naturally as we age – these aren't always signs of dementia or Alzheimer's.
However, what many men consider a symptom of age may be caused by low testosterone. A 2006 study found that males with low T levels performed poorly on cognitive skill tests. These results suggest that low testosterone may play a part in reducing cognitive ability. If you're having trouble staying on task or remembering what your schedule is for the day, it might not be due to your age. It might be because your testosterone levels are too low. If you're having trouble concentrating or remembering daily tasks, it could be time to talk to your doctor.
Why? The aforementioned study found that participating men experienced improved cognitive skills when using TRT.
Even though today's society is more inclusive of large people, few adults enjoy gaining weight as they age. Despite their best efforts, many men just can't shed the extra pounds around their midsections, increasing their risk of heart disease and cancer.
Often, male weight gain is caused by hormone imbalances that slow the metabolism and cause weight to pile on. This phase of life is called andropause and happens when there is a lack of testosterone in the body. Couple that with high cortisol levels, and you've got a recipe for flabby guts and double chins.
Fortunately, TRT treatments and physician-led weight loss programs can correct hormone imbalances and lead to healthy weight loss for men.
The benefits of hormone replacement therapy for men are numerous. TRT not only grants relief from low-T symptoms but can help give protection against age-related diseases. Additionally, doctors now recognize male testosterone as an important role in alleviating depression.
Some of the most exciting benefits of TRT can include:
Because men do not go through a specific period of hormonal changes like women do (called menopause), many doctors refer to "male menopause" as androgen decline. This is just another term for low testosterone, but like female menopause, the symptoms can be serious and affect your quality of life.
The best way to fight back against male menopause is with male HRT treatment from Global Life Rejuvenation. We provide the following HRT treatments for men:
Our treatment options are personalized for your body and are available as creams, gels, injectables, and implantable pellets. To find out if testosterone replacement therapy is safe for you, contact Global Life Rejuvenation today to schedule your comprehensive testing and anti-aging treatment consultation.
Growth hormone peptides are an innovative therapy that boosts the natural human growth hormone production in a person's body. These exciting treatment options help slow down the aging process and give you a chance at restoring your youth.
Sermorelin is a synthetic hormone peptide, like GHRH, which triggers the release of growth hormones. When used under the care of a qualified physician, Sermorelin can help you lose weight, increase your energy levels, and help you feel much younger.
Human growth hormone (HGH) therapy has been used for years to treat hormone deficiencies. Unlike HGH, which directly replaces declining human growth hormone levels, Sermorelin addresses the underlying cause of decreased HGH, stimulating the pituitary gland naturally. This approach keeps the mechanisms of growth hormone production active.
Benefits of Sermorelin include:
Ipamorelin helps to release growth hormones in a person's body by mimicking a peptide called ghrelin. Ghrelin is one of three hormones which work together to regulate the growth hormone levels released by the pituitary gland. Because Ipamorelin stimulates the body to produce growth hormone, your body won't stop its natural growth hormone production, which occurs with synthetic HGH.
Ipamorelin causes growth hormone secretion that resembles natural release patterns rather than being constantly elevated from HGH. Because ipamorelin stimulates the natural production of growth hormone, our patients can use this treatment long-term with fewer health risks.
One of the biggest benefits of Ipamorelin is that it is suitable for both men and women. It provides significant short and long-term benefits in age management therapies, boosting patients' overall health, wellbeing, and outlook on life. When growth hormone is produced by the pituitary gland using Ipamorelin, clients report amazing benefits.
Some of those benefits include:
Whether you are considering our TRT services, HRT for women, or our growth hormone peptide services, we are here to help. The first step to turning back the hand of time starts by contacting Global Life Rejuvenation.
Our friendly, knowledgeable TRT and HRT experts can help answer your questions and walk you through our procedures. From there, we'll figure out which treatments are right for you. Before you know it, you'll be well on your way to looking and feeling better than you have in years!
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Tropical storm Ophelia forced the event to be pushed back a week, and now organizers are ready for the huge event this weekendWILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — After a week-long rain delay, the Cape Fear Latinos festival hopes to attract big crowds to the Live Oak Bank Pavilion in downtown Wilmington, NC Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023.“We wanted to have this event in collaboration with Cape Fear Latinos, a local non-profit, to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month” explained Mari McKenzie, with the New Hanover County Office of ...
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — After a week-long rain delay, the Cape Fear Latinos festival hopes to attract big crowds to the Live Oak Bank Pavilion in downtown Wilmington, NC Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023.
“We wanted to have this event in collaboration with Cape Fear Latinos, a local non-profit, to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month” explained Mari McKenzie, with the New Hanover County Office of Diversity and Equity, during an interview with Good Morning Carolina’s Donna Gregory .
“We have such a …diverse Hispanic community here in Wilmington that we wanted to showcase our Mexican heritage, Salvadoran, Guatemalan, lots of different cultures that live in Wilmington,” McKenzie said.
The festival has been rescheduled to Saturday from 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. at the pavilion at 10 Cowan Street in Wilmington, NC.
McKenzie suggests attendees arrive downtown early, and park in any available spot as close as possible to the pavilion. There is no specially designated parking for this event.
[For detailed information about available parking options in the downtown Wilmington area, visit here . ]
“Just go, find a spot, come join us and we’ll be there,” she laughed.
There’s something for every member of the family at this year’s festival, and McKenzie says organizers are very excited about what people will experience once they arrive Saturday afternoon.
There is no admission charge, but food and craft items will be available for purchase.
“We have lots of food stands and food trucks, we have vendors and organizations — and a food truck that will be selling fruits and traditional Mexican foods and things like that– there’s gonna be music,” McKenzie said.
“We’re just excited about celebrating our different cultures and traditions at the festival,” she added.
McKenzie said at least three groups are scheduled to be performing folkloric dancing at this year’s event, and there’s more live entertainment throughout the day.
“We have 3 groups that will be singing different traditional songs,” she offered.
“I think it’s going to be a very festive day for everybody to just go enjoy with their family and spend the afternoon into the evening, and just enjoy Hispanic heritage,” she added.
The Cape Fear Latinos non-profit web site has more details about the event.
Here’s information from the site:
A small parade was supposed to be included in this year’s festival, and everything was organized to make that happen on the original date of the event (9/23).
But there is a conflict this weekend, so the parade portion of the festival had to be cancelled.
Here’s the updated parade information that organizers sent to WWAY :
“Because of the NAACP state convention taking place at the Wilmington Convention Center, we can’t block/close roadways in the area.”
The Cape Fear Latinos was founded to help address what it called a lack of equal access to resources to the local Latino community.
Since its inception, the non-profit organization has evolved to offer community education and entertainment events, translation services and support for members of the Latino community.
That support can be in the form of rent and food assistance, legal aid, resources for jobs and housing, and events designed to fortify connections within the community.
For more information about the Cape Fear Latinos organization, visit here .
WWAY has not yet received the names and schedule for this year’s festival performers, but the most up to date information about the festival is on the Cape Fear Latino’s social media sites.
To connect directly to the organization’s Facebook page, visit here
Tuesday is the last day residents in New Hanover, Brunswick, and Pender counties can cast a ballot in municipal races.Here are five things you need to know about voting on Election Day.Polls are open from 6:30 a.m. until 7:30 p.m.Those who are in line at 7:30 p.m. will be able to vote. Polls are typically busiest early in the morning and just before they close.Voters must show ID to cast a ballot.This went into effect this year. The following IDs will be accepted: North Carolina Driver&rs...
Tuesday is the last day residents in New Hanover, Brunswick, and Pender counties can cast a ballot in municipal races.
Here are five things you need to know about voting on Election Day.
Those who are in line at 7:30 p.m. will be able to vote. Polls are typically busiest early in the morning and just before they close.
This went into effect this year. The following IDs will be accepted: North Carolina Driver’s License; U.S. Passport Book/U.S. Passport Card; State ID from NCDMV (known as a “non-operator ID”); NC Voter Photo ID card, issued by a county board of elections; Driver’s license/non-driver ID from another state, D.C., or U.S. territory (only if the voter registered in NC within 90 days of the election); Military or veteran ID card issued by the U.S. government; Tribal enrollment card issued by a state or federally recognized tribe; or an ID card issued by a U.S. government agency or the state of NC for a public assistance program.
Some college, university, charter school and state/government employee ID cards may be used if they have received prior approval from the Board of Elections.
Find out who's running:Election 2023: Learn about the candidates for Wilmington-area races
It is good to verify your designated polling site because some have changed since the last election. Voters may look up their polling place on the state board of elections website at https://vt.ncsbe.gov/PPLkup.
Curbside voting is available to those who are unable to enter the polling place due to age, physical, or mental disability, are at increased risk for COVID-19, or are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19. This allows voters to cast their ballots while inside their vehicles. Other assistance equipment is available. See the chief judge at the elections site for more information.
You may check your registration status by entering your information in the voter search tool on the N.C. Board of Elections website, available at https://vt.ncsbe.gov/RegLkup. After you vote, you may also use the voter search tool to ensure your ballot was counted.
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Despite rainy weather all branches of the military were cheered on at the annual Southeast North Carolina Veterans Day Parade.The parade took place in downtown Wilmington. Mark Biddison is the chairman of the Southeast North Carolina Veterans Day parade. He is also a veteran who served in the Air Force during the Vietnam war.“The welcome home that Vietnam veterans got was not very good. So 2017 We decided we needed to have a parade, initially for Vietnam veterans to get that welcome home that the...
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Despite rainy weather all branches of the military were cheered on at the annual Southeast North Carolina Veterans Day Parade.
The parade took place in downtown Wilmington. Mark Biddison is the chairman of the Southeast North Carolina Veterans Day parade. He is also a veteran who served in the Air Force during the Vietnam war.
“The welcome home that Vietnam veterans got was not very good. So 2017 We decided we needed to have a parade, initially for Vietnam veterans to get that welcome home that they never got. It quickly grew into all veterans. And so we celebrate today’s all veterans,” said Biddison.
He says seeing the veterans enjoy the parade is encouraging. He also says the parade is raising money for suicide awareness.
“Veteran suicide awareness is paramount and prevention is really where we’d like to go. We lose about 16 veterans a day nationwide.”
Diddison said the parade takes a full year to plan with meetings once a month, then every two weeks leading up to the parade. He says all donations will be given to “Save A Vet”. The link to donate can be found on this website.
For other veterans like Niko Bouboulis. The parade provides a chance to connect with other people who have served.
“The most important thing is giving love and respect to those that served. On Memorial Day we will moralize the ones that have passed. We celebrate Veterans Day for those of us that are still around and still above ground. And just shake a hand, give a couple hugs, share a couple tears with each other and go on with life,” said Bouboulis.
The parade featured a performance from the U.S. Naval Academy’s Silent Drill Team. Local law enforcement agencies also participated in the parade and interacted with members of the community.
“Those of us that come out here like I said earlier, we do it for the love of country. The love and respect of our brothers and sisters. Now. The ones that have served the ones in the past and the ones that are coming up behind us,” said Bouboulis.
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Sisters Savannah Hawkins and Tracie Reaves Rust were regulars at Savor Southern Kitchen, the brunch restaurant at 3704 Carolina Beach Road in Wilmington.“They’d come in two to four times a week,” said Alicia Minner, manager of the restaurant.But in September, 44-year-old Rust succumbed to epilepsy. Minner remembers Hawkins coming into the restaurant by herself, and then with a large gathering of friends and family.“It was just heart wrenching,” she said.The sisters like the comfortabl...
Sisters Savannah Hawkins and Tracie Reaves Rust were regulars at Savor Southern Kitchen, the brunch restaurant at 3704 Carolina Beach Road in Wilmington.
“They’d come in two to four times a week,” said Alicia Minner, manager of the restaurant.
But in September, 44-year-old Rust succumbed to epilepsy. Minner remembers Hawkins coming into the restaurant by herself, and then with a large gathering of friends and family.
“It was just heart wrenching,” she said.
The sisters like the comfortable atmosphere and friendly service at Savor Southern Kitchen, which opened in 2019 when owners Jeff and Danielle Cousler decided to add a storefront to their A Thyme Savor catering business. It quickly became a popular spot for sweet potato biscuits, Eggs Benedict and the loaded Captain's Omelet.
Many local restaurants say their staff and customers are like one big family. But at Savor, the owners put that into action, said Minner, who’s been working there about two years. She’s seen them help several employees in need. They even brought groceries for her own sick mother in Connecticut.
That generosity extends to the community, too. A chalkboard in the restaurant lists the local farms and food businesses they support. The Couslers serve on local boards, including Operation Pretty Things, which raises awareness about domestic violence, and frequently contribute gift cards to schools and local fundraisers.
It just made sense to do something here, too.
When the sisters came in, they would order the same thing.
“Always, always,” Minner said.
They always had chef Brad Hagler’s award-winning Chicken and Waffles, and a customized dish of stoneground grits with American cheese and bacon.
The menu includes grits bowls and the Well Kiss My Shrimp & Grits. As of October, though, there's a new option.
Tracie’s Grits are served just as Rust ordered them and a portion of the sales goes to the Epilepsy Alliance North Carolina. And as with some of the other non-profits supported by the owners and staff of Savor Souther Kitchen, there’s a page on each table about the organization.
So far, they’ve sold more than 150 orders, Minner said. And the owners said they want to provide a matching contribution.
“We really are a big family,” Minner said.
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The Murray State Racers (2-0) will face the UNC Wilmington Seahawks (2-0) at 1:30 PM ET on Monday, November 20, 2023. This contest is available on ESPN+.If you're looking to go to this game in person, head to Ticketmaster to purchase your tickets!Murray State vs. UNC Wilmington Game InformationWatch college basketball, other live sports an...
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How to watch UNC-Asheville vs. UNC-Wilmington basketball game Nov 11, 2023 at 8:40 am ET • 1 min read UNCW Seahawks @ UNC-Ash. BulldogsCurrent Records: UNCW 1-0, UNC-Ash. 0-1The UNC-Ash. Bulldogs will be playing at home against the UNCW Seahawks at 2:00 p.m. ET on Saturday at Kimmel Arena. UNC-Ash. might want some stickum for this contest since the team gave up 13 turnovers on Tuesday.UNC-Ash. had to start their season on the road , and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. Things couldn't hav...
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UNCW Seahawks @ UNC-Ash. Bulldogs
Current Records: UNCW 1-0, UNC-Ash. 0-1
The UNC-Ash. Bulldogs will be playing at home against the UNCW Seahawks at 2:00 p.m. ET on Saturday at Kimmel Arena. UNC-Ash. might want some stickum for this contest since the team gave up 13 turnovers on Tuesday.
UNC-Ash. had to start their season on the road , and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. Things couldn't have gone much worse for them as they lost 99-74 to the Wolverines. UNC-Ash. found out winning isn't easy when your shooting is a whole 16.7% worse than the opposition.
UNC-Ash.'s defeat shouldn't obscure the performances of Josh Banks, who earned 18 points, and Drew Pember who earned 19 points.
Meanwhile, UNCW took care of business in their home opener on Monday (and then some). They simply couldn't be stopped as they easily beat the Trojans 105-66 at home. The contest was pretty much decided by the half, when the score had already reached 55-31.
The opposite results left the teams with opposite records: the Wolverines' win pushed their record up to 1-0, while the Bulldogs' defeat dropped theirs down to 0-1.
Looking ahead, UNC-Ash. is expected to win a tight contest, barring any buzzer beaters. They finished last season with an 18-11 record against the spread.
UNC-Ash. came up short against UNCW in their previous matchup back in November of 2020, falling 76-68. Can UNC-Ash. avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
UNC-Ash. is a slight 1-point favorite against UNCW, according to the latest college basketball odds.
The oddsmakers had a good feel for the line for this one, as the game opened with the Bulldogs as a 1.5-point favorite.
The over/under is set at 143.5 points.
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UNCW won the only game these two teams have played in the last 3 years.
The Appalachian State Mountaineers (1-1) will play the UNC Wilmington Seahawks (2-0) at 12:00 PM ET on Tuesday, November 21, 2023. This contest is available via ESPN+.If you're looking to attend this game in person, head to Ticketmaster to buy your tickets!Appalachian State vs. UNC Wilmington Game InformationWatch college basketball, other...
The Appalachian State Mountaineers (1-1) will play the UNC Wilmington Seahawks (2-0) at 12:00 PM ET on Tuesday, November 21, 2023. This contest is available via ESPN+.
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The UNC Asheville Bulldogs (0-1) will meet the UNC Wilmington Seahawks (1-0) at 2:00 PM ET on Saturday, November 11, 2023. This contest is available on ESPN+.If you're looking to catch this matchup in person, head to Ticketmaster to purchase your tickets!UNC Asheville vs. UNC Wilmington Game InformationWatch college basketball, other live ...
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| UNC Asheville Rank | UNC Asheville AVG | UNC Wilmington AVG | UNC Wilmington Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 114th | 74.4 | Points Scored | 68.9 | 249th |
| 146th | 69.1 | Points Allowed | 64.3 | 35th |
| 183rd | 31.7 | Rebounds | 30.3 | 264th |
| 302nd | 6.9 | Off. Rebounds | 8.4 | 195th |
| 125th | 7.8 | 3pt Made | 6.1 | 310th |
| 204th | 12.7 | Assists | 10.7 | 338th |
| 311th | 13.3 | Turnovers | 11.3 | 122nd |
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This has been a huge year for Ethan Boyette but 2024 is looking even better for the Fike High senior after he signed a National Letter of Intent to further his academic and golf careers at UNC Wilmington.Boyette and three of his senior classmates were featured at a ceremony in the Fike auditorium that was attended by family, friends, teachers, coaches and teammates Wednesday afternoon, Nov. 8.Boyette made his decision months ago, March 30, that he would be a Seahawk, spurning offers from East Carolina and UNCG as well as intere...
This has been a huge year for Ethan Boyette but 2024 is looking even better for the Fike High senior after he signed a National Letter of Intent to further his academic and golf careers at UNC Wilmington.
Boyette and three of his senior classmates were featured at a ceremony in the Fike auditorium that was attended by family, friends, teachers, coaches and teammates Wednesday afternoon, Nov. 8.
Boyette made his decision months ago, March 30, that he would be a Seahawk, spurning offers from East Carolina and UNCG as well as interest from the likes of Ole Miss and Clemson.
“I know some of the guys down there,” Boyette said of his future teammates. “They’re just really cool guys. They’re a top 50 program in the country so they’re a really good program.”
He noted that Seahawks head coach Daniel Bowden played at Georgia Tech with John-Tyler Griffin, a member of the Fike Athletic Hall of Fame.
“I love the coach down there,” said Boyette. “Get along with him really well. He knows what he’s doing.”
Indeed, Bowden, in his seventh year in Wilmington, directed the Seahawks to their fourth NCAA regional appearance in six years last spring. His 2018 and 2019 teams won Colonial Athletic Association crowns and he was named CAA Coach of the Year both times.
The son of Melody Castelloe of Wilson and Lenny Boyette of Wilson, Boyette has been playing golf for nearly his entire life. His father played at ECU and Barton and earned his PGA card, working as a pro at several courses, including Happy Valley Country Club. Older brother Ethan won the NCHSAA 3-A individual championship as a senior in 2017 at Fike and became an All-American at Barton. He is a touring professional golfer now.
“One thing that separates Ethan – it’s what his brother had too – is his work ethic,” said Fike head coach Glenn Jones. “He eats, sleeps and drinks it. That’s him. He’s going to be able to take it to the next level because of that and certainly his pedigree. His dad and having his brother to follow up, he’ going to do great things.”
Ethan Boyette feels like he will have the chance to step in and compete right away at UNCW, which lists four seniors and a graduate student on its 2023-24 roster. Improving his short game is a must, he said.
“If I can get that to a different level I’ll be able to really compete with some of the best players in the NCAA,” he said. “I feel like my ball striking and my putting is up there with some of the best of ’em. I just feel like if my short game can get to a different level it’ll be really good.”
Boyette got to a different level this spring after his high school season ended when he won two major tournaments and qualified for the U.S. Junior Amateur for the second straight year. Boyette was coming off a less-than-satisfying fourth-place finish at the NCHSAA 3-A championship in mid-May, but less than a week later, he posted the biggest win – to date – of his career. Boyette scorched the Keith Hills Golf Club layout with an 8-under 74-67-67 – 208 to win the Carolinas Golf Association’s eighth Carolinian Amateur with a field of college and high school players.
Less than two weeks after his first career CGA victory, Boyette was hoisting another trophy after winning the Tarheel Youth Golf Association’s ninth Bojangles Junior Open at Cutter Creek Golf Course in Greene County.
Then, before summer officially arrived, Boyette took third place in a U.S. Junior Amateur qualifying tournament in Virginia to earn a spot in the big tournament in July in South Carolina.
“I think what frustrated him the most was his short game, putting really,” Jones said. “He made some adjustments after that state tournament and he just turned it on. I got a chance to see him play at Cutter Creek in the Bojangles tournament that he won. And it was incredible. It was a different kid playing in that kind of event. It was fun to watch.”
It was the surreal feeling that he could do no wrong on the golf for that magical month for Boyette that will serve him well as he moves up the ranks.
“Obviously, it’s an experience of getting to those low numbers and feeling like getting in those situations that brings a lot of experience and getting familiar with certain situations, having to hit certain shots at certain times, like having to, you know, make a birdie at certain point,” he said. “Basically, that clutch factor that you gotta have and learning how to feel the right things in the right spot is definitely something great to have felt this summer, especially before college. So hopefully when we get to college, we can get in the same familiar positions and it’ll be just like clockwork, having already had that experience.”
By the same token, Boyette learned as much from the “slump” he encountered the rest of the summer. He did have four top-10 finishes to go with some low finishes at two other tournaments. Boyette also tied for 146th in his second try at the U.S. Junior Amateur, not even close to making the cut for stroke play. But it has all been a learning experience, he said.
“Just take it with a grain of salt, you know,” he said. “You’re not going to be able to play your best every time and you gotta try to remember the good times, but you’ve also got to remember that you’re not at your best, and you’ve got to just work your butt off. You’ve got to get back out there at the highest level you can perform. So you’re always chasing that feeling of winning and so, it doesn’t really matter how you get it done. You’ve gotta be able to get it done and sometimes it’s not where you want it, but you’ve got to work your butt off to get back to that situation.”
Nearly four months after the city of Wilmington closed on the former Thermo Fisher Building, many city departments have already moved in.In July, the city purchased the 12-story downtown office building for $68 million to consolidate offices into a single campus. Now, city leaders are working on the logistics of moving more departments in and making renovations, along with marketing and leasing unused space to outside companies.As of this week, at least 13 city departments are operating out of the building at 929 N. Front Stree...
Nearly four months after the city of Wilmington closed on the former Thermo Fisher Building, many city departments have already moved in.
In July, the city purchased the 12-story downtown office building for $68 million to consolidate offices into a single campus. Now, city leaders are working on the logistics of moving more departments in and making renovations, along with marketing and leasing unused space to outside companies.
As of this week, at least 13 city departments are operating out of the building at 929 N. Front Street, according to Wilmington Communications Director Jerod Patterson.
The departments that have already moved in were able to adapt the building’s existing spaces, “resulting in smooth operational transitions and minimal expense to the city,” Patterson wrote in an email to the Business Journal. Those departments include:
The city is developing architectural plans that will be used to “activate” the building’s first floor for departments and services that are more public-facing. The city’s planning and development services, housing and neighborhood services, along with frontline customer services like billing and collections, will likely be housed in this space. According to Patterson, the city expects to move into these spaces in the latter half of 2024.
City staff are also developing plans to adapt existing spaces on the building’s third floor for various “public safety and traffic engineering functions,” Patterson wrote. The third floor will also house a secure records storage location, centralizing city documents currently spread across several vaults.
The adjacent 1,022-space parking deck is open and operational for special events and for those using the building. City leaders expect the parking deck to be available for 24/7 public parking by early 2024.
Wilmington-based real estate firm Cape Fear Commercial is actively working with city leaders to lease out extra space in the building, which has seen “significant interest,” according to Patterson.
In part to aid those marketing efforts, the Wilmington City Council considered names for the building at its regular meeting Wednesday. While residents may come to know the building simply as city hall, some council members said they want to give it a separate identity for businesses that opt to lease there.
“I can imagine if you’re trying to market those other floors and lease them, I think having a secondary name is a positive,” council member Neil Anderson said Wednesday.
The city’s naming committee brought three potential names to the council: City Center, City Plaza and Skyline. The name would be included on a monument sign beside the building.
While some council members supported keeping “city” in the building’s name to memorialize the city’s ownership, other members pushed for Skyline. With council member Kevin Spears absent, the names evenly divided the council, with three members supporting City Plaza and three supporting Skyline.
The council pushed the discussion of the building’s name to its next regular meeting, which is scheduled for Nov. 28.
