Niner Times Sports Staff
Niner Sports Talk
Niner Times lead sports writer Blake Rose takes the reins as host. The show will examine all things Charlotte athletics, including team performances, trends, and analysis. We will also talk about national sports topics and professional sports such as the NFL, the NBA, and MLB. Local sports will also be featured in this show, including the Charlotte Knights and Charlotte Checkers. The show will feature guests such as other Niner Times sports writers to give their analysis and feature some of the pieces they are working on. Additional guests will be people from inside the athletic department to...
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Episodes
Charlotte Basketball stutters into final stretch of the year 20.02.2026 39:16
Host Spencer Tritt is joined by Niner Times sportswriters Justin Bouajram and Sujay Athota, as they discuss Charlotte Men's Basketball recent string of poor games.
October 24th:You can’t go home again 24.10.2025 43:11
In this week's episode, podcast host Blake Rose is joined by cohost Spencer Tritt. With basketball season ramping up for both the 49ers and the Hornets, the pair discusses the future of basketball in the city of Charlotte. Men’s soccer continues to dominate while football has everyone scratching their heads and begging the question. Can Charlotte football win another game?
October 17th: Is 49er sports finally over the Hill? 17.10.2025 54:36
In this week’s episode, podcast host Blake Rose and joined by co-host Spencer Tritt. The two discuss the ongoing frustrations with Charlotte athletics as the department attempts to hire a new athletic director. The two also analyze the upcoming homecoming game against Temple as the 49ers look to land the bird at Jerry Richardson Stadium this weekend.
September 26th: Charlotte Football struggles to find its identity amid Albin’s inaugural season 26.09.2025 52:15
In this week’s episode, podcast host Blake Rose and joined yet again by Spencer Tritt. The two analyze Charlotte's tough loss to Rice, as well as unpacking Charlotte Football’s identity crisis. Strap in for a wild ride on this week's rollercoaster of a show!
September 18th: Charlotte Football squeaks in a win against Monmouth, but can they do it again? 18.09.2025 38:35
In this week's episode, podcast host Blake Rose is joined by guest host Spencer Tritt. The two tackle some of Charlotte Football’s biggest challenges, as well as recapping their recent win over Monmouth, and previewing their next matchup against Rice!
May 2nd: Charlotte baseball looks to make a run in the AAC Tournament? 02.05.2025 1:10:04
In this week’s episode, co-hosts Blake Rose and Ian Shure cover Charlotte baseball’s chances at an AAC Championship, as Softball finishes their season. The two also cover Charlotte FC’s first home loss since August 2024, and the Hurricanes moving on to the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs.
April 25th: Charlotte men’s golf takes home the American Athletic Conference Championship 25.04.2025 27:07
In this week’s episode, show host Blake Rose flies solo as Charlotte men's golf takes home the American Athletic Conference Championship. Baseball and softball look to make an impact with their conference tournaments looming, and the Hurricanes attempt to tackle the Devils in the first round of the NHL playoffs.
April 11th: Carolina Hurricanes struggle with playoffs looming, as Charlotte FC clings on to their home win streak 11.04.2025 1:14:44
In this week’s episode, co-host Blake Rose is joined by co-host Ian Shure to talk shop. The two discuss Charlotte baseball, along with Charlotte FC, the Hurricanes, and a wild Wednesday in the MLB.
April 4th: Charlotte Baseball extends to a 5 game win streak as they gear up for Wichita State 04.04.2025 1:32:52
In this week’s episode, show host Blake Rose is joined by fellow podcast host and sports writer Ian Shure to talk shop. The two discuss Charlotte baseball, along with the hornets, hurricanes, and developments in the MLB. To find Ian’s work, head to https://open.spotify.com/show/0J9o83ytesg1P7iM8xnile?si=h-rte51jTTCpL35dOvNcPw and ninertimes.com/sports
March 22nd: Guest host Kelli Blackburn joins the show as men’s basketball wraps their season as baseball and softball take over 22.03.2025 1:04:11
In this week’s episode, show host Blake Rose is joined by head sports editor Kelli Blackburn to discuss the men’s basketball season. Kelli voices her thoughts on women’s basketball as the two discuss the success of Niners baseball and softball.
March 14th: Women’s basketball season ends as the men’s team takes on the AAC Tournament. 14.03.2025 30:09
In this week’s episode, show host Blake Rose analyzes the women’s basketball team's devastating loss to Temple and the men’s victory over Rice, along with a historic night for Blake Gillespie as he throws the first no-hitter since 1987! All that and more in this episode of Niner Sports Talk!
Men’s basketball prepares for their second matchup with ECU as both Charlotte basketball teams prepare for the AAC Tournament 28.02.2025 28:42
In this week’s episode, show host Blake Rose breaks down keys to success for both Charlotte basketball teams as they look to build momentum for the upcoming AAC Tournament in Texas. Baseball gears up for a hard fight against #4 ranked Arkansas, as softball posts an impressive outing at the Charlotte Invitational.
February 21st: Baseball and Softball season is back! Basketball winds down and looks towards their trips to Texas 21.02.2025 29:40
In this week's episode, show host Blake Rose will cover men’s basketball’s exciting overtime win over Temple as well as women’s basketball’s tough loss to South Florida. The episode will also introduce both baseball and softball as they start their seasons with a bang!
February 11th: NBA trade deadline breakdown and UNC Charlotte spring sports preview 12.02.2025 1:06:45
In this week’s episode, show host Blake Rose is joined by former host and Charlotte alumna Sam Perry to discuss recent happenings with UNC Charlotte sports and break down news in the pro-sports landscape. Editors note: This podcast was posted late due to change in leadership. Niner Sports Talk will resume regular posting going forward.
January 31st: Charlotte basketball breaks its losing streak! Hurricanes make a big move? 31.01.2025 33:33
In this week’s episode, show host Blake Rose evaluates the win that broke the mens basketball losing streak, as well as assessing the womens big loss to Rice. This episode also features an unfortunate Hornets injury, but a rather exciting Hurricanes trade that looks to propel them into stanley cup talks.
January 24th: Charlotte basketball struggles as both teams fall to a 7 game losing streak. 25.01.2025 27:22
In this week's episode, show host Blake Rose evaluates the issues plaguing both men’s and women’s basketball as both teams find themselves in the midst of a 7 game losing streak. Men’s tennis strikes gold against Queens, the Hornets find the win column, and do the Bill’s have what it takes to beat Mahomes and company? All that and more on this week’s episode of Niner Sports Talk!
January 17th: Men’s basketball takes on #18 Memphis, and women's basketball looks to bounce back from a slump 17.01.2025 33:41
In this week’s episode, show host Blake Rose eases into the new year focusing on everything Charlotte basketball has to offer. Two big games for the men’s team and a chance to end the four game losing streak for both the men’s and women’s teams. Updates on the Hornets and a preview of the NFL Divisional Round, all covered in the first episode of the new year!
December 6th: Charlotte football wraps their season and looks for a new head coach. Men’s and women’s basketball teams show their defensive prowess. 06.12.2024 36:43
In this week’s episode, show host Blake Rose recaps Charlotte football and their season, touching on some key players and their achievements throughout the season. Updates on men’s and women’s basketball and their success on the defensive ends. Discussions on the hornets and their injury troubles, as well as the panthers with two well played games, all while wrapping up the episode with the hurric...
November 22nd: Charlotte men’s soccer secures the 2024 AAC men’s soccer championship, and Charlotte football part ways from head coach Biff Poggi. 22.11.2024 54:41
In this week’s episode, show host Blake Rose sits down with previous show host Sam Perry to discuss the recent firing of football head coach Biff Poggi. The two hosts discuss recent success from the men’s soccer team, as well as men’s and women’s basketball. Lastly, the two overview, the Charlotte hornets and the Carolina hurricanes.
November 15th: Charlotte men’s soccer success, basketball in full swing, and the devastating end to Charlotte FC’s season. 15.11.2024 59:07
In this week’s episode, show host Blake Rose sits down with previous guest and fellow sports writer, Kalen Milton to discuss men’s and women’s basketball and their struggles, men’s soccer and their success, as well as professional sports with the Panthers, Hornets, and Charlotte FC.
Charlotte Football falls again, Men’s basketball is off to a hot start, and Charlotte FC extends hope to a “win or go home”. 08.11.2024 50:13
In this week’s episode, show host Blake Rose sits down with previous show host Sam Perry to discuss Charlotte Football and their struggles. The two will analyze Men’s basketball and their first win as well as discuss both soccer programs as they wrap their season up. Professional sports updates and more in this packed episode of Niner Sports Talk.
Charlotte Football’s devastating loss to Memphis, the Hornets ramping up as the Panthers continue to struggle 01.11.2024 59:58
In this week's episode, show host Blake Rose outlines the performance of Charlotte Football this past weekend's during their crushing loss to Memphis. Current staff writer Kaleb Milton joins the show to give his insight on how Charlotte Football can improve, as well as updates on the Panthers and news on the Hornets.
October 25th: Charlotte Football struggles, Men’s Soccer keeps steady, and Charlotte FC is playoff-bound. 25.10.2024 26:18
In this week's episode, show host Blake Rose detailed a devastating Charlotte Football loss, checks in with Men’s Soccer, updates on news in the NFL, and evaluates Charlotte FC’s ticket to the MLS Playoffs.
October 11th: Charlotte Football dominates ECU in the biggest win of the season. 11.10.2024 23:02
Show host Blake Rose unpacks the huge football win against conference rival East Carolina University and updates on Charlotte Soccer, the Panthers, and more.
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