The Connecticut Scoreboard Podcast

Send us Fan Mail What does UConn's move to the Big East mean for the men's basketball program? We're talking with CBS Sports' Matt Norlander about everything in this Big East move -- from how it happened, to how playing in the Big East will benefit the basketball team, and more. This episode was edited by Stephen Sanzari.

Send us Fan Mail UConn recently announced its plan to move to sports to the Big East -- except for football. Dropping football is not an option according to UConn, but with all other sports being put in the Big East what does the future of UConn Football look like? Stadium College Football Insider Brett McMurphy joins us to break down the options for football and what it means for bowl games and s...

Send us Fan Mail The Travelers Championship is finally here! One of the best fields the tournament has seen is ready to hit the course. This preview episode should get you all set to head out to TPC River Highlands or to watch on TV this week. We talk with Mark Immelman, on-course reporter for CBS Sports to see how he’s been prepping for Travelers and to get his thoughts on the course and field. (...

Send us Fan Mail This episode features an interview with Kevin Streelman, PGA Tour player and 2014 Travelers Championship winner. We talk about what life on the PGA Tour is like, his favorite guys to play with, and what it was like to set a PGA Tour record en route to his 2014 Travelers Championship win. This episode was edited by Stephen Sanzari.

Send us Fan Mail This episode features an interview with Steve Loff, a film producer who is working on producing a film about Connecticut boxing legend Willie Pep. Loff talks about Pep's story, the process and challenges behind getting a movie made, the benefits Hartford can see from having a movie filmed here and more. This episode was edited by Stephen Sanzari.

Send us Fan Mail This episode features an interview with Quinnipiac Baseball Head Coach John Delaney. Coach Delaney's Quinnipiac team recently won the MAAC Baseball Championship and is en route to the NCAA Tournament where they will face East Carolina. We talk about the growth of his program since he took over five years ago, how his NCAA Tournament appearances as both a coach and player will...

Send us Fan Mail This episode features an interview with Nathan Grube, Tournament Director for the Travelers Championship. We talk about his time with the tournament including the process of recruiting players to commit, new additions to TPC River Highlands this year, and more. This episode was edited by Stephen Sanzari.

Send us Fan Mail This episode features an interview with Joe Mena, a Connecticut resident who was a contestant on Season 35 of Survivor, Survivor Healers vs. Heroes vs. Hustlers. We talk about his experience on the show, how he prepped for going on, his first meal after being eliminated, and a lot more. This episode was edited by Stephen Sanzari.

Send us Fan Mail On this episode you'll hear from Dr. Anthony Alessi,a board-certified neurologist specializing in sports medicine. Dr. Alessi talks about his work as a consulting neurologist for the New York Yankees, MMA and Boxing, and his work with the NFLPA. Learn about the concussion risks and sports and the research he and his team are working on today. This episode was edited by Stephe...

Send us Fan Mail This episode features an interview with former Central Connecticut State University Quarterback Jake Dolegala. We talk about his career path and what's next as he tries to get drafted into the NFL. This episode was edited by Stepehn Sanzari.

Send us Fan Mail This episode features an interview with Kim McNeill, the Head Coach of the University of Hartford Women's Basketball Team. We talk about the growth of the program during the time she has been at Hartford, her team's defensive focus, and the overall state of women's college basketball. This episode was edited by Stephen Sanzari.

Send us Fan Mail This episode features an interview with Charlie Ebersol - the CEO and Co-Founder of The Alliance of American Football. We talk about how he came up with the idea for the league, what makes it different from the NFL, and how he'll determine if the league had a successful year. This episode was edited by Stephen Sanzari.

Send us Fan Mail This episode features an interview with Rep. Joe Verrengia, Chair of the Public Safety and Security Committee, the group responsible for dealing with sports betting legalization. We talk about the issues around legalization including who should run sports gaming, integrity fees to the leagues and more.

Send us Fan Mail This episode features an interview with Rich Coppola, Sports Director at Fox 61, and recipient of the 2018 Connecticut Sportscaster of the Year Award. We talk about his 30 years of covering Connecticut sports -- hitting on everything - from UConn to the Whalers; to the Travelers Championship and more.

Send us Fan Mail Get ready for the Super Bowl by hearing from Connecticut native, former UConn Football QB, and current Green Bay Packer Tim Boyle. We talk about Boyle's time at UConn, what it's like working under Aaron Rodgers and more. This episode was edited by Stephen Sanzari.

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we are joined by Maria Marino - UConn Men’s Basketball Sideline Reporter for SNY. We talk about how she got started in sports media, the challenges of being a sideline reporter, and get her thoughts on Coach Dan Hurley and the UConn Men’s Basketball team.

Send us Fan Mail New Haven is about to become the capital of the football world. From Nick Saban and Tua Tagovailoa to Mike Golic and Larry Fitzgerald, the stars of football will be arriving for the Walter Camp Football Foundation Weekend. Hear from Al Carbone, as he talks about the organization, the upcoming weekend, and gives his thoughts on the state of Connecticut high school football. This ep...

Send us Fan Mail Fresh off an upset over Boston College we are joined by University of Hartford Men's Basketball Coach John Gallagher. Coach Gallagher talks about his 9 years as head coach at Hartford, his thoughts on his team's performance to date, playing at Cameron Indoor and more. This episode was edited by Stephen Sanzari.

Send us Fan Mail We've got a two-part episode this week! We start off by talking UConn Basketball with Aaron Torres of Fox Sports Radio and host of the Aaron Torres Sports Podcast. Following my interview with Aaron Torres we get a few good minutes with West Virginia Basketball Coach Bob Huggins in advance of his team's game against Rhode Island at Mohegan Sun in Connecticut. This episode...

Send us Fan Mail This episode of The Connecticut Scoreboard Podcast features an interview with Scott Phelps and Bob Murdock of the Connecticut Convention & Sports Bureau. We talk about how the organization works to bring sporting events to Connecticut, how the state economy has impacted the events space, and where they see this market going in the next 20 years.

Send us Fan Mail On this episode we’re joined by Alex Putterman, UConn football beat writer for the Hartford Courant. We look back at this year’s team - the good and the bad, look ahead to next year, and find out Alex’s favorite AAC road game venue to date. This episode was edited by Stephen Sanzari

Send us Fan Mail On this episode I am joined by Mike Freimuth, Executive Director for CRDA, the Capital Region Development Authority. We talk about the future of the XL Center, get an update on Dillon Stadium and Hartford Athletic, and discuss where the Hartford market is going.

Send us Fan Mail On today’s episode we are joined by Kevin McMahon, a military veteran who was embedded with the UConn Men’s Basketball team as part of the 2K Classic Benefiting the Wounded Warrior Project. We talk about his experiences of the past week, getting to know Dan Hurley, and how the Wounded Warrior Project has has impacted his life.  This episode was edited by Stephen Sanzari.

Send us Fan Mail Yes sir! Hear from legendary CBS broadcaster Verne Lundquist in this episode of The Connecticut Scoreboard Podcast. We talk about how he got into broadcasting, his greatest memories of Connecticut events - ranging from UConn Basketball to the Travelers Championship, and end with some college football talk. This episode was edited by Stephen Sanzari.

Send us Fan Mail On today’s episode of the Connecticut Scoreboard Podcast I am joined by Sacred Heart men’s basketball coach Anthony Latina. We talk about growing up in Hartford and the high school basketball scene at the time, his career path and the job he’s done so far at Sacred Heart, preview this year’s team, and talk about some of the NCAA hot button issues including transfers. This episode...