Aidan Payne Named ACC Co-Offensive Player of the Week

Aidan Payne Named ACC Co-Offensive Player of the Week

10/20/2026 2:00:00 PM | Men's Soccer

CHARLOTTE, N.C. - Following an impressive performance against California on Sunday afternoon, Aidan Payne has been named ACC Co-Offensive Player of the Week alongside Duke's Jack Ottley.

Payne recorded his second career brace in NC State's 2-2 draw against the Golden Bears, scoring both goals for the Wolfpack.

He opened the scoring in the ninth minute, netting his team-leading sixth goal of the season at the time.

With 18 minutes remaining and the Wolfpack trailing by one, Payne found the back of the net once again to level the match at 2-2. The goal marked his seventh of the season, extending his team lead in goals.

Payne currently leads the Pack with seven goals and 15 points on the season.