Big Hitters Only

Duke overwhelmed and overpowered UNC on Saturday, dominating the Tar Heels 87-70, in a game that was over 5 minutes into the contest. Spenser Dalton and Mike Hardison join Ross Martin to discuss the beatdown plus look towards the rest of the season. The conversation evolves into an examination of the UNC basketball program and the future of Hubert Davis at Carolina. Visit https://www.drinkdeltaspi...

Another tight game, another UNC loss. The Tar Heels fall to Pitt 73-65 to move to 13-9 overall and 6-4 in the ACC. Things are bleak and we pretty much know what we have with this UNC team. Spenser Dalton and Connor Sparrow join Ross Martin to recap the game and talk Tar Heel hoops (00:18). 247Sports/CBS Sports National basketball writer Isaac Trotter joins for the second half of the show to provid...

The Tar Heels move to 12-8 overall and 5-3 in the ACC following the 67-66 loss at Wake Forest on Tuesday night. Inside Carolina’s Adam Smith joins Big Hitters Only to break down the state of Carolina basketball, the major issues, and head coach Hubert Davis. The wide-ranging discussion touches on the struggles with the current roster and broader problems facing UNC basketball. The podcast closes w...

The Tar Heels escape Raleigh with a 63-61 win over N.C. State thanks to big performances from UNC freshman Ian Jackson and big man Jalen Washington. Mike Hardison and Spenser Dalton join Ross Martin to discuss the win, the play of Jackson and Washington and what this means for the Tar Heels moving forward. Don't forget to visit https://breakingt.com/bho for all your UNC T-Shirt needs! (00:18) - In...

The Tar Heels squeak out a win at Notre Dame thanks to an And-1 three by Elliot Cadeau in the closing seconds. Spenser Dalton, Connor Sparrow, and Ross Martin provide instant reaction to the game and break down Ian Jackson’s career high 27 point performance and all other major takeaways. Don't forget to visit https://breakingt.com/bho for all your UNC T-Shirt needs! (00:18) - Introduction (01:55)...

2009 National Champion Tyler Hansbrough joins Big Hitters Only to talk UNC basketball 12 games into the season. Hansbrough helps Ross, Spenser and Connor recap the loss to Florida and the win over UCLA with lineup insight, areas to improve, and lingering concerns. The pod closes with a funny story from Hansbrough’s time playing in China. Don't forget to visit https://breakingt.com/bho for all your...

Ross and Aury take questions and topics from Twitter/X for a quick off topic show. The topics range from Hubert Davis talk to potatoes to Chapel Hill restaurants to top 5 media meals. Don't forget to visit https://breakingt.com/bho for all your UNC T-Shirt needs! (00:18) - Introduction (01:21) - Shop at Breaking T! (02:18) - Thoughts on Hubert Davis (07:06) - What Would You Do As Mack Brown? (09:4...

Former UNC QB Bryn Renner and former UNC linebacker Jeff Schoettmer join Big Hitters Only to react, discuss and dive into Bill Belichick. The podcast closes with the News & Observer’s Andrew Carter joining Ross Martin to recap and react to Belichick’s introductory press conference. (00:18) - Introduction (01:07) - Initial Bill Belichick Thoughts (04:29) - Reaction From Fanbase (07:47) - Next S...

A big hire requires a big podcast. Ross Martin is joined by four different guests over the course of the show - Aury St. Germain, Mike Hardison, Julian Council, and Joe Ovies - to discuss and react to the massive news of UNC hiring Bill Belichick as its new head coach. The podcast covers it from all angles - best and worst scenarios, recruiting, NIL, UNC going all in on football, media attention,...

Spenser Dalton and Connor Sparrow join Big Hitters Only to break down UNC's loss to Alabama in the ACC-SEC Challenge. This episode dives into another slow start by the Tar Heels, the early-season struggles of RJ Davis, the immediate impact of freshmen Ian Jackson and Drake Powell, and some early thoughts on how this team will fare in March. (00:18) - Introduction (01:02) - Initial Thoughts (06:49)...

Passionate App State football fan and alum Robert Hogewood joins Big Hitters Only to dive into the decision by App State to fire head coach Shawn Clark after five seasons. Hogewood takes us through the seasons, the wins and losses and the possible reasons for the move. This is a glimpse inside the mind and heart of an App State football fan less than 24 hours are the firing. (00:18) - Introduction...

Now one week into the UNC head coaching search, Ross Martin and Julian Council dive deep in potential candidates and all the different scenarios possible. A podcast for those who want in-depth analyst and commentary on everything UNC football and the coaching search, Martin and Council break down the timeline, talk a little recruiting, and who they believe to be the top candidates involved right n...

Ross Martin, Spenser Dalton, and Connor Sparrow convene to break down UNC’s performance in the Maui invitational and the overall sentiment following Carolina’s losses to Auburn and Michigan State. There are clear issues that have emerged with this 2024-25 Tar Heel team. From the slow starts and stagnant offenses to physical limitations, roster construction, and front court weakness, many of the co...

Huge news out of Chapel Hill on Tuesday morning as UNC fires head football coach Mack Brown. Ross Martin, Julian Council, and Mike Hardison react to the news, why it had to happen, discuss coaching candidates, and reflect on Brown’s six-year tenure at UNC. (00:18) - Introduction (00:56) - Initial Thoughts (03:32) - How Did This Happen? (14:47) - Potential Coaching Candidates (28:48) - Mack Brown's...

This is why you stay up. UNC overcomes a 21-point deficit to beat Dayton in the Maui Invitational. Ross Martin is joined by Spenser Dalton and Connor Sparrow to break down Carolina’s thrilling 92-90 comeback win over the Flyers on Monday night. (00:18) - Intro (02:00) - Initial Thoughts (06:20) - UNC Halftime Adjustments (11:15) - UNC Center Position Going Forward (15:40) - UNC Defensive Struggles...

Julian Council joins Mike Hardison and Ross Martin to answer a simple question: what if Mack Brown and UNC football win out and finish 8-4? This podcast dives into big picture program questions, recruiting, NIL, and the future of Carolina football. It closes with 10 minutes on UNC basketball ahead of four games in Hawaii. (00:18) - Introduction (00:46) - UNC Charlotte Fires Biff Poggi (02:11) - Ma...

David Cobb joins Big Hitters Only to preview the College Basketball Season, talk top freshman, the ACC, Duke, and UNC. (00:18) - Introduction (02:11) - College Basketball Early Storylines (04:56) - Elite Teams in College Basketball (08:45) - Duke Early Thoughts (14:58) - Freshman to Watch (16:53) - How Did Rutgers Sign Dylan Harper & Ace Bailey? (18:40) - Cooper Flagg Hype (22:21) - ACC Predic...

Tale of two halves. UNC comes back from down 20 in the first half, but falls short to Kansas in Allen Fieldhouse. Ross Martin, Connor Sparrow, and Mike Hardison are joined by former UNC walk-on Spenser Dalton to break down the game. (00:18) - Introduction (00:56) - UNC/Kansas Initial Thoughts (05:37) - UNC Defense: 1st Half vs 2nd Half (11:08) - UNC Frontcourt Outlook (16:07) - Favorite UNC Lineup...

Ross Martin and Connor Sparrow dive into UNC’s 90-76 win over Elon in the 2024-25 season opener. The duo talk the biggest surprise, most encouraging signs, and early concerns for the Tar Heels. (00:18) - Introduction (01:09) - Notable Game Stats (01:58) - Biggest Surprise (04:19) - Encouraging Signs (08:54) - Potential Worries Moving Forward (14:07) - New-Look UNC Offense (18:00) - Trouble With 2-...

North Carolina gubernatorial candidate Josh Stein joins Ross Martin and Mike Hardison to talk UNC basketball, all-time starting five, favorite team, and the 2024-25 Tar Heels. The conversation moves to Hurricane Helene relief in Western North Carolina and running a campaign against Mark Robinson. (00:00) - Intro (01:09) - Connection to UNC Basketball (02:47) - Favorite UNC Basketball Past Teams/Pl...

Joined by experienced marathon runners Allen Baddour and Joseph McCaffery, this pod dives deep into everything you need to know 10 days to a week out from your first marathon. With host Ross Martin, the guys talk tapering, rest, diet and nutrition, day before and morning of, in-race strategy, fueling and hydration, and even what happens if you need to take a shit. This is a podcast for experienced...

Joined by some of the Blue Zone’s biggest proponents, Ross Martin and Wayne House do a deep dive into everything you need to know about the premium seating area inside Kenan Stadium. From the food and outfits to the view, amenities, culture, and scene, this podcast covers everything from inside the Blue Zone. Why does this part of Kenan Stadium get so much hate from students and GA crowd? What are...

Joel Berry joins Big Hitters Only to dive deep on the 2024-25 UNC basketball team. Berry and host Ross Martin talk starting lineup, possible rotations, depth, and concerns. Berry also goes into his role and preparation as a college basketball analyst for ACC Network. (00:18) - Introduction (00:50) - Balancing Backcourt Talent (03:57) - Frontcourt Questions (08:58) - Joel Berry Analyst Journey (14:...

Ross is joined by Mike Hardison and Connor Sparrow to discuss UNC’s heartbreaking loss to Georgia Tech, the back and forth fourth quarter, and takeaways from the now 3-4 Tar Heels. The podcast closes with a look at UNC’s remaining football schedule and thoughts on the Blue-White basketball scrimmage. (00:18) - Remembering Tylee Craft (07:07) - UNC vs Georgia Tech Recap (28:02) - UNC Basketball Blu...

Recorded live from radio row in uptown Charlotte at ACC Media Day, Ross talks NC State and UNC football with The OG’s Joe Giglio and ACC basketball with Rodd Baxley. (00:18) - Introduction (02:24) - Joe Giglio on NC State & UNC Football (19:48) - Rodd Baxley on ACC Basketball, UNC, Duke