With only one game left on the road at Duke and Wake's bowl hopes ended for this season, many fans have probably already moved on from this football season. But if the players' work ethic the last few days is any indication, the team hasn't mailed it in just ye]]> Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:32:00 GMT Looking back on the formation of the Wake Forest football 2010 class, Ball Ground (GA) West Forsyth fullback Ben Emert's commitment was one of the most surprising. The three-star back went in-depth with Deacons Illustrated about his commitment, how he was told he'd be used at Wake, and the chip on his shoulde]]> Thu, 19 Nov 2009 22:10:00 GMT High Point gave Wake Forest a scare on Wednesday night, leading the Demon Deacons for the first 17 minutes of the game with some hot outside shooting from Nick Barbour and Eugene Harris. Wake made the right adjustments at halftime, though, and ultimately cruised to an 83-60 victory over the Panthers]]> Thu, 19 Nov 2009 04:11:00 GMT Junior linebacker Brandon McGowan has been awfully busy over the last few weeks. Not only has he been leading North Gwinnett's defense into the playoffs, but he's also taken an unofficial visit to Wake Forest. Find out how McGowan and his family enjoyed their trip insid]]> Wed, 18 Nov 2009 01:06:00 GMT The Demon Deacons have just about wrapped up their 2010 class, and now their starting to focus on some of the top junior players in the country. One of their top 2011 targets is Columbia (SC) Spring Valley outside linebacker Marcus Bullard. Check inside for the newest development in Bullard's recruitment]]> Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:02:00 GMT Playing on only 40 hours of rest after Friday night's opening victory against Oral Roberts Wake Forest didn't show any signs of fatigue, dominating the East Carolina Pirates 89-58. Wake's record improves to 2-0 while East Carolina fell to 1-1 on the young season]]> Sun, 15 Nov 2009 22:08:00 GMT Wake Forest looked like a team with something to prove in their season opener on Friday night, as they put a sound beating on the Oral Roberts Golden Eagles 76-56. The Demon Deacons were led by sophomore forward Al-Farouq Aminu's 25 point and 13 rebound performance, his 11th career double-double]]> Sat, 14 Nov 2009 03:58:00 GMT As has been the case all year, the football commitments seem to come in streaks. After receiving a commitment from Antonio Ford last week the Demon Deacons got another one in the last 24 hours from West Forsyth, GA fullback Ben Emer]]> Thu, 12 Nov 2009 23:32:00 GMT Wake Forest Basketball's 2010 recruiting class is officially starting to shape up. Travis McKie and J.T. Terrell have already submitted signed letters of intent. Premium Subscribers can read on for Deacons Illustrated's exclusive interview with head coach Dino Gaudio about the new commit]]> Thu, 12 Nov 2009 21:28:00 GMT Last Thursday, the Demon Deacons received great news when talented defensive tackle Antonio Ford committed to Wake Forest. The three-star standout from Pahokee (FL) Pahokee spoke with Deacons Illustrated about his commitment and what he thinks he can bring to Winston-Sale]]> Wed, 11 Nov 2009 16:21:00 GMT Wed, 11 Nov 2009 04:34:00 GMT The Demon Deacons played a hard-fought game against Georgia Tech in Atlanta on Saturday, but weren't able to pull out a victory. Check out these exclusive photos of the Deacs in actio]]> Sun, 8 Nov 2009 19:16:00 GMT Wake Forest fell just short of victory once again, this week in overtime at Georgia Tech. Wake played well for four quarters but couldn't quite finish the job in regulation and gave up a touchdown to the Yellow Jackets in overtime to lose 30-27]]> Sun, 8 Nov 2009 17:40:00 GMT It's not quite a bowl elimination game this week, but Wake Forest's collective backs are clearly up against a wall. Facing Coastal Division leading Georgia Tech tomorrow in Atlanta, the Demon Deacons are sure to have their hands full. Will Wake be able to contain the option? Will Riley Skinner be the difference for the Deacs? Read on to find out what to expect from tomorrow's contest]]> Fri, 6 Nov 2009 17:52:00 GMT Thursday night's exhibition against IUP went about the way you hope most exhibitions go. Uneventful, no injuries, and a victory for the home team, in this case 88-57 in favor of the Wake Forest Demon Deacon]]> Fri, 6 Nov 2009 03:56:00 GMT Wake Forest has not had a commitment in a couple of months, but today the Deacs picked up a huge commitment from their biggest defensive line target. Deacons Illustrated takes a look at the newest big man headed to Winston-Sale]]> Thu, 5 Nov 2009 20:51:00 GMT Most of Wake Forest's 2010 commitments were in action on Friday night. Deacons Illustrated takes a look at how each of their teams fared. Check inside to see which commit recorded 3 sacks and 10 tackles, who had over 100 yards rushing and a 99-yard kickoff return for a TD, and which lineman opened up holes for his team to rush for 260+ yard]]> Wed, 4 Nov 2009 20:29:00 GMT Through the first nine games of the 2009 season the Wake Forest Demon Deacons have experienced an incredible roller coaster. Unfortunately, it's been a ride with more "downs" than "ups," and the Deacs find themselves wondering what could have been if only a couple of bounces had gone their wa]]> Tue, 3 Nov 2009 16:07:00 GMT This past weekend was one of the most important visit weekends of the year for the Demon Deacons because they hosted a trio of talented defenders from Pahokee (FL) Pahokee, including three-star defensive tackle Antonio Ford. Does the talented lineman have a new leader? Check inside to find ou]]> Tue, 3 Nov 2009 01:40:00 GMT The Demon Deacons haven't offered many prospects in the 2011 class, but one of the players that they are keeping a close eye on is Durham (NC) Jordan athlete T.J. Thorpe. Check out the latest film of Thorpe in actio]]> Mon, 2 Nov 2009 16:45:00 GMT