The KnightShift Podcast

On the latest KnightShift Podcast, we begin by celebrating UCF Softball winning its second straight AAC title, and Eric Lopez breaks down the Knights' path in the Tallahassee Regional. Bryson Turner also breaks down Track and Field also winning The American at South Florida's campus. We also catch up on Baseball heading into the final weekend of the regular season. Then, Jeff and Kyle talk...

On this edition of Knight Shift, we start with Jeff and Drew discussing news of Charlotte QB Xavier Williams joining the UCF Knights and what this indicates for how Darin Hinshaw is changing the UCF Knights' offensive strategy. Then we hear from former UCF WR Rannell Hall as he talks with Kyle Nash before his Arlington Renegades play in Saturday's XFL Championship Game. After that, it'...

On this edition of the Knight Shift Podcast, we open with the news of Todd Dagenais, the winningest coach in UCF Knights Volleyball history, announcing he is retiring from college coaching and transitioning to professional volleyball. We give our reaction to the news, and then we are joined by Coach Dagenais on the show to reflect on his career and what his next step will be. Jeff and Eric then di...

On this edition of the Knight Shift Podcast, the whole crew talks first about the Transfer Portal, and Tommy Castellanos announcing he's leaving UCF, where the QB situation stands, and Destiny Thomas also leaving UCF Women's Hoops. Then we update you on UCF Baseball winning six of eight and Softball coming down the stretch with a sweep of USF. We segue to the War on I-4 and debate which UC...

On this edition of the Knight Shift Podcast, Jeff, Eric and Kyle start by giving their thoughts on the UCF Knights Spring Football Game, including the QB position and a breakdown of the Fastest Man contest. Drew joins the show to talk about John Rhys Plumlee's historic two-sport evening and UCF Baseball righting the ship after their mid-season slide. Eric updates us on UCF Softball and their k...

On this edition of the Knight Shift Podcast, Jeff, Drew and Bryson start with breaking news from UCF on the resignation of Becky Cramer as head coach of the UCF Knights Rowing team. Then they discuss the latest with UCF Baseball, who stopped their bleeding with a win over Stetson on Tuesday, and the guys break down the controversy that has popped up about UCF's bats over the week, and preview...

On this edition of the all-new KnightShift Podcast, Jeff begins by explaining the rebrand of our show from the Black & Gold Banneret Podcast to the KnightShift Podcast. Then we start with Kyle talking about UCF Knights Men's Basketball and the list of transferring players, as well as who will be coming in for next season. Then Drew talks about UCF's latest NIL collective news. In Segme...

On this edition of the Black & Gold Banneret Podcast, Jeff and Eric begin with the news of Taylor Hendricks announcing he is entering the NBA Draft, and analyze his potential draft position, what his legacy at UCF will be, and where he might fit. They then wrap up the UCF Knights Men's Basketball season, including the highs and lows, the state of the program as it heads into the Big 12, and what U...

On this edition of the Black & Gold Banneret Podcast, Jeff and Eric open with the mildly surprising news that the UCF Knights will play in the NIT and open against Florida in Gainesville. They preview the game and give their takes on what the NIT appearance means for the Knights' season. They also do a first impression wrap on the Women's Basketball team's season. Then Eric discusses UCF Softball'...

On this bonus episode of the Black & Gold Banneret Podcast, Eric Lopez previews The American Men's Basketball Championship Tournament with ESPN and Baltimore Orioles play-by-play broadcaster Kevin Brown. Brown breaks down the field, along with a lot of discussion on the UCF Knights' chances, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this edition of the Black & Gold Banneret Podcast, Jeff, Kyle and Drew start with UCF Women's Basketball's first-round victory in the AAC Tournament and preview the quarterfinal vs. Memphis. They also talk about UCF Men's Hoops and plan out their path ahead starting Thursday. Drew talks about the latest Big 12 expansion rumors, including the Pac-12's dismal time trying to figure out a media dea...

On this edition of the Black & Gold Banneret Podcast, Jeff, Eric, Kyle, and Drew talk about UCF Knights Baseball's sweep of Clemson and the fallout from the Tigers' complaining about UCF running down the hill at Clemson's stadium afterward. Eric also gives us an update on Softball. Then the guys talk about UCF Men's Basketball's path to the AAC Championship and Eric's column about head coach Johnn...

On this edition of the Black & Gold Banneret Podcast, we open with the news of the passing of former UCF president John Hitt and discuss his influence on UCF in general and UCF Knights Athletics in particular. We then start the regular show with an update on the podcast's future and some upcoming brand changes. Jeff, Eric, Drew, and Kyle start the sports talk portion of the program with UCF Men's...

On this edition of the Black & Gold Banneret Podcast, Jeff and Eric are joined by Drew and Bryson to talk about UCF Knights Men's Basketball's thumping of Tulsa and the two huge games they have ahead this week. They also discuss Women's Basketball and the news that Oklahoma and Texas are leaving the Big 12 in 2024, and what that means for UCF. Then Eric and Bryson preview the 2023 UCF Baseball tea...

It's a schedule change! We'll be coming to you earlier in the week from now on. On this edition of the Black & Gold Banneret Podcast, Jeff, Eric and Drew talk about UCF Knights Men's Hoops and what they need to snap their 5-game losing streak. They also touch on Women's Basketball's tough last few games and what they can do to get back on track. Then we preview UCF Softball's 2023 season, as Eric...

On this edition of the Black & Gold Banneret Podcast, Jeff and Eric are joined by Kyle and Drew to discuss the UCF Knights' 2023 football schedule, including a full breakdown of all the Big 12 opponents and which home game will be the most attended. They also talk about the latest additions on National Signing Day, including one high school signee and ten transfers. Then Nick and Bryson join to di...

On this edition of the Black & Gold Banneret Podcast, Jeff, Eric and Kyle start out with a recap of the UCF Knights' loss to #3 Houston, including some positive takeaways and what the Knights have to do to get back on track toward NCAA Tournament viability. They also discuss the women's team's game vs. South Florida and where they go from here. Then we hear Kyle's interview with former UCF LB Terr...

On this edition of the Black & Gold Banneret Podcast, Jeff, Eric, Kyle, and Drew discuss the UCF Knights Men's Basketball team as they prepare for a road game at South Florida before facing #1 Houston again. They also talk about the women's team's struggles as they prepare for USF. Then Eric and Bryson interview UCF Director of Tennis John Roddick. They discuss his team's outlook for the 2023 seas...

On this edition of the Black & Gold Banneret Podcast, Jeff, Eric, Kyle and Bryson open by looking back at the UCF Knights Men's Basketball team's thrilling 107-102 double-overtime win over the Memphis Tigers, including what it means for the team as they move forward in AAC play. THey also recap the women's basketball team's rough week. Then the guys turn to football and talk about the hiring of Da...

On this edition of the Black & Gold Banneret Podcast, we start with Jeff, Drew and Bryson looking back at the 2022 UCF Knights Football season and how we should evaluate the program going into its first season in the Big 12. Then Kyle and Eric join the show to further discuss the Knights' progress in relation to TCU's national championship appearance and Tulane's defeat of USC. Finally, the guys t...

On this special holiday edition, Jeff and Bryson speak with former UCF Knights head football coach Mike Kruczek. Coach Kruczek shares his incredible journey, from playing QB for the Pittsburgh Steelers during their 1970s Super Bowl Dynasty to coaching at UCF as an assistant and then head coach. We also talk about his time after UCF, coaching with the Arizona Cardinals, as well as his current job a...

On this edition of the Black & Gold Banneret Podcast, Jeff, Kyle, and Bryson begin by quickly recapping Early Signing Day, including what holes the UCF Knights filled, what spots need help, and news on Mikey Keene. They then discuss UCF Men's Basketball's win over Stetson and the Women's Basketball team's back-to-back wins before the holiday. Then Jeff and Kyle are joined by Jason Evans and Donald...

On this edition of the Black & Gold Banneret Podcast, Jeff, Eric, Kyle and Drew open with a quick look at the Military Bowl between UCF and Duke, and then move over to Transfer Portal news, with several UCF players leaving and a couple coming in. They then also talk about Chip Lindsey moving on and discussing who might be UCF's next co-offensive coordinator. Then Kyle sticks around with Jeff, Eric...

On this edition of the Black & Gold Banneret Podcast, Eric, Kyle and Bryson discuss the UCF Knights' loss to Tulane in the AAC Championship and break down the Knights' matchup with Duke in the Military Bowl. Then Andrew joins the show as the guys break down each UCF Football player that entered the transfer portal and the impact it will have on UCF moving forward. They also discussed Divaad Wilson...

On this edition of the Black & Gold Banneret Podcast, Jeff and Drew begin by previewing the UCF Knights' matchup with Tulane in the AAC Championship Game, including a discussion of John Rhys Plumlee's status. We also hear from Gus Malzahn, Tulane head coach Willie Fritz, and AAC Commissioner Mike Aresco. Jeff and Drew also discuss possible bowl opponents for UCF and the news that the CFP is offici...