Carson Wersal

Carson Wersal

Joined: Aug 25, 2025

Carson, a 2025 TCU graduate, is a sports journalist who covers college athletics for several On SI sites. While most of his experience is with TCU On SI, he also writes with Wake Forest On SI and Houston On SI. He also has a passion for the college baseball scene, most notably being a fan of TCU Baseball. In 2023, Carson was in Omaha and reported on the Men’s College World Series, where TCU finished 4th in the nation. His past work not only consists of major sports like football, basketball, and baseball, but with others like track and field and cross country as well.

Wake Forest catcher Matt Conte at the plate in the came against UNC Greensboro on April 21.

Wake Forest infielder Dalton Wentz (1) and Wake Forest outfielder Matt Scannell (26) celebrate after Wentz hits a home run during a NCAA regional baseball game between Cincinnati and Wake Forest at Lindsey Nelson Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., on May 30, 2025.

Jun 13, 2025; Omaha, Neb, USA; Coastal Carolina Chanticleers right fielder Blagen Pado (22) throws after getting an out against the Arizona Wildcats during the ninth inning at Charles Schwab Field. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images

May 25, 2024; Charlotte, NC, USA; Wake Forest head coach Tom Walter approaches the mound to talk with Wake Forest pitcher Josh Hartle (23) in the second inning against Florida State during the ACC Baseball Tournament at Truist Field. Mandatory Credit: Cory Knowlton-Imagn Images

Wake Forest infielder Dalton Wentz (1) and Wake Forest outfielder Matt Scannell (26) celebrate after Wentz hits a home run during a NCAA regional baseball game between Cincinnati and Wake Forest at Lindsey Nelson Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., on May 30, 2025.

Baseball

After getting swept by No. 11 Florida State this past weekend, the No. 24 Wake Forest Demon Deacons rebounded with a solid run-rule win over Liberty.

Wake Forest outfielder Javar Williams (14) runs towards home plate during a NCAA regional baseball game between Cincinnati and Wake Forest at Lindsey Nelson Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., on May 30, 2025.

Baseball

Wake Forest saw their 15-game win streak end at the hands of

Wake Forest head baseball coach Tom Walter during a NCAA regional baseball game between Cincinnati and Wake Forest at Lindsey Nelson Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., on May 30, 2025.

Baseball

The Wake Forest Demon Deacons have announced another coaching change ahead of the 2026 college baseball season.

Oct 11, 2025; Corvallis, Oregon, USA; Wake Forest Demon Deacons wide receiver Chris Barnes (10) on the field for warmups prior to the game against the Oregon State Beavers at Reser Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Craig Strobeck-Imagn Images

Football

Leading wide receiver for the Wake Forest Demon Deacons, Chris Barnes, has entered the transfer portal.

Nov 29, 2025; Durham, North Carolina, USA; Duke Blue Devils wide receiver Cooper Barkate (18) runs the ball against Wake Forest Demon Deacons defensive back Lardarius Webb Jr. (20) during the fourth quarter at Wallace Wade Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Zachary Taft-Imagn Images

Football

Here are three takeaways from Wake Forest's shootout loss to the Duke Blue Devils.

Nov 15, 2025; Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA; Wake Forest Demon Deacons wide receiver Carlos Hernandez (8) reacts after a play against the North Carolina Tar Heels at Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Wake Forest Athletics via Imagn Images

Football

Carlos Hernandez was named the ACC Receiver of the Week after a massive performance vs. the Delaware Blue Hens.

Wake Forest running back Demond Claiborne gets the handoff from quarterback Robby Ashford against North Carolina.

Football

The Demon Deacons found some consistency on offense against North Carolina. Here are the good, bad, and ugly takeaways from the Wake Forest win.

Oct 11, 2025; Corvallis, Oregon, USA; Wake Forest Demon Deacons wide receiver Chris Barnes (10) celebrates after a touchdown catch against the Oregon State Beavers during the second quarter at Reser Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Craig Strobeck-Imagn Images

With wide receiver Chris Barnes listed as questionable, the Wake Forest offense could be slightly one dimensional this weekend.

Nov 8, 2025; Charlottesville, Virginia, USA; Wake Forest Demon Deacons quarterback Robby Ashford (2) throws the ball against the Virginia Cavaliers during the first half at Scott Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images

The Wake Forest Demon Deacons stunned the college football world by upsetting the No.14 Virginia Cavaliers.

Oct 18, 2025; Charlottesville, Virginia, USA; Virginia Cavaliers quarterback Chandler Morris (4) passes the ball as Washington State Cougars defensive end Isaac Terrell (88) rushes in the third quarter at Scott Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

After a lopsided loss to the Seminoles last weekend, the Demon Deacons are being thrown right back into the fire against a lethal Virginia offense.

Oct 4, 2025; Blacksburg, Virginia, USA; Wake Forest Demon Deacons quarterback Robby Ashford (2) looks to run the ball against the Virginia Tech Hokies during the fourth quarter at Lane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Bishop-Imagn Images

With starting quarterback Tommy Castellanos being listed as probable, Wake Forest could be facing a much healthier Florida State team on Saturday.

The Wake Forest offense huddles up before getting into their offensive positions.

Despite the walk off field goal to upset SMU, there were still good, bad, and ugly takeaways from Saturday's game.