Wake Forest Fans' Holiday Hopes and Dreams

Wake Forest fans have a lot to look forward to this holiday season. The Deacs have had a strong year, and there are plenty of reasons to be excited about the future. One of the biggest hopes for fans is a win in the Duke's Mayo Bowl against Mississippi State. This game is a big deal for the team and the program as a whole. The winning coach gets a mayo bath, which is a fun tradition. Coach Dickert has been a huge success in his first season, and a win in this game would be the perfect way to cap it off. The basketball team has also been entertaining fans with some great talent. However, they haven't made it to the NCAA Tournament since 2017. Fans are hoping that this year will be different. The season has had its ups and downs, but there are still plenty of opportunities to turn things around. A win against a Big Four opponent would be a great stocking stuffer.The football team has some work to do in the offseason. The wide receiver room is losing some key players, and the coach is moving on to Oklahoma State. However, there are still plenty of reasons to be optimistic. Carlos Hernandez has announced that he will be staying in Winston-Salem for another season. Fans are hoping that Santa will tap into the transfer portal and bring in some new talent. The baseball team is also something to look forward to. Since making it to the College World Series in 2023, the Deacs have had decent seasons but lost in the regionals both years. Last year's team was young and returns a lot of production. Fans are hoping that Tom Walter and the team can put together a solid season and make another run at the College World Series. Wake Forest fans have a lot to be thankful for this holiday season. The Deacs have had a strong year, and there are plenty of reasons to be excited about the future. Here's hoping that Santa and his elves are paying attention to our wishlist for 2026.