NC State Wolfpack Club

Some of us are born loving NC State, others start running with the Pack later in life. Regardless of when we become fans, members of Wolfpack Nation go above and beyond when it comes to our fandom. 

This summer, while we can’t gather with all of #WPN, we’re taking a look at how some enthusiastic fans have dedicated rooms, fan caves, and entire wings of their homes to show off their pride and loyalty for NC State. We’ll check out some of the amazing pieces in their collections as well as get to know the people behind the collections.

Burlington, N.C. - Alan Brenneman has always been a huge NC State fan. He comes from a Wolfpack family, proudly holds two degrees from NC State – Sport Management ’07, Liberal Studies ‘12 – and owns a big collection of NC State gear. 

An extra room in his house is dedicated to all things NC State with tons of memorabilia in every corner. Alan credited a deal with his wife for securing the room. The agreement gave him the discretion to decorate the NC State room as he wished, but she got domain for the décor in all the other rooms of the house.

When you walk into the room, a massive floor-to-ceiling photo of the opening tipoff from an NC State vs. UNC basketball game takes up one wall. One of the most impressive NC State helmet collections outside of the Murphy Center is featured on the opposite wall. Basketball jerseys are framed and hung on another wall, while unique NC State gear is all around. From a pair of game-worn Chuck Amato sunglasses to refinished chairs from Reynolds Coliseum, the room is a paradise for fans that run with the Pack. 

Alan has put a lot of work into making his space unique, including making or re-finishing a lot of the pieces in his collection. One of the crowning achievements in the room is more than 30 Wolfpack football helmets. His love for helmets came during his four years as a student equipment manager, where he learned the ins and outs of getting a helmet ready for game day. He’s made every helmet in his collection and has enjoyed finding intricate ways to construct different looks for the Pack.

Hunting for exclusive NC State jerseys and memorabilia has also helped fill the room, as has his time with the football program and a few years working in the Athletic Department following graduation. The room is a tribute to his passion for NC State, which goes deeper than just being a lifelong fan. It’s the strength, courage, toughness and many other characteristics of the Wolfpack that has kept Alan such a passionate supporter throughout his life.

“When you look at Coach Doeren and what he feels represents the football program, that’s how I associate my work ethic,” said Alan. “Hard. Tough. Together. Hands in the dirt. That’s been my mentality growing up all through life and going to work, so I can relate to that. The people that I’ve come in contact with at NC State from my days working with the football team, including the coaches that have been mentors to me, have really shaped me in one form or fashion. I’ve taken that forward in my professional career and life."

While this NC State room has enjoyed a strong run, Alan and his wife are looking for a new house, which will hopefully mean a new, bigger space for Alan’s future NC State room. The helmet collection will continue to grow, and Alan has some big plans for displaying more items. 

Join the conversation on social media. Show off your favorite NC State gear and decorations using the hashtag #WolfpackAtHome and tag @wolfpackclub.

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