 Appalachian State has since moved to Division I FBS and the Sun Belt Conference.Western Carolina has made one trip to this championship game, while Appalachian State became the first school to win the championship three years in a row (2005–2007).Pinehurst Resort, a world-famous golf resort, is located in the Sandhills and has played host to several major golf championships including the United States Open Championship, the PGA Championship, and the Ryder Cup Matches.