WRAL Triangle and Two

"WRAL Triangle and Two" hosts Mark Bergin and Louis Fernandez discuss rookie quarterback Bryce Young's debut for the Carolina Panthers. Young completed 20 of his 38 passes for 146 yards and a touchdown. He also threw two interceptions in the team's loss. The guys also discuss North Carolina surviving in a double-overtime win against Appalachian State. It comes after last year's 63-61 finish. Bergi...

"WRAL Triangle and Two" hosts Louis Fernandez and Mark Bergin preview the opening week of college football for the Triangle's three teams. NC State opens its season on the road on Thursday night against UConn. The guys discuss what the offense will look like with transfer quarterback Brennan Armstrong and new offensive coordinator Robert Anae. North Carolina plays South Carolina on Saturday night...

"WRAL Triangle and Two" hosts Mark Bergin and Louis Fernandez discuss the Carolina Panthers' offensive struggles through two games in the preseason. The guys explain why it's not time to panic, but they'd like to see the Panthers better protect rookie quarterback Bryce Young. Bergin shares what he saw from the one-on-one matchup between Panthers offensive tackle Ickey Ekwonu and Giants edge rusher...

Former Duke legend and NBA point guard Chris Duhon shared what it will be like coaching his son as the head coach of Gaston Christian School in Gastonia. Duhon’s son is an incoming freshman. Speaking with "WRAL Triangle and Two" hosts Mark Bergin and Louis Fernandez, Duhon explained how he is preparing for the upcoming season. He also talked about what it’s like coaching at the high sc...

Raleigh-based IPTPA Level II coach  Joe Borrelli joined "WRAL Triangle and Two" host Mark Bergin to discuss the growing popularity of pickleball throughout North Carolina, including Raleigh. Borrelli shared what people need to know if they're interested in trying pickleball for the first time, how the popularity of the sport has grown and whether he thinks it will become an Olympic sport one...

"WRAL Triangle and Two" hosts Louis Fernandez and Mark Bergin discuss their takeaways from the 2023 ACC Kickoff event in Charlotte. Fernandez and Bergin debate what will be considered a successful season for North Carolina, quarterback Drake Maye and head coach Mack Brown. The guys also discuss expectations for Duke and NC State. Also, Fernandez and Bergin share their thoughts on how much playing...

“WRAL Triangle and Two” hosts Mark Bergin and Louis Fernandez discuss the top storylines with the Carolina Panthers starting their 2023 training camp this week. It includes expectations for rookie quarterback Bryce Young, the start of the Frank Reich era, Brian Burns’ defensive impact, which wide receiver will step up and whether cornerback Jaycee Horn can stay healthy. The guys...

“WRAL Triangle and Two” hosts Mark Bergin and Louis Fernandez discuss Chelsea and Wrexham playing Wednesday night at Kenan Memorial Stadium in Chapel Hill. Louis will attend Wednesday night's exhibition. Mark shares his memories of touring Stamford Bridge, where Chelsea plays in London. The guys also discuss the upcoming Women’s World Cup, which airs on FOX 50 starting Thursday....

Chris Lea filled in for Louis Fernandez to talk with “WRAL Triangle and Two” co-host Mark Bergin about the legacy of Carolina Panthers players Julius Peppers and Muhsin Muhammad. Both players will be inducted into the Panthers’ Hall of Honor on Oct. 29. The guys also discuss the North Carolina Tar Heels adding West Virginia transfer James Okonkwo. Chris and Mark share their thoug...

Chris Ivy is in his 16th season as the manual scoreboard operator at the Durham Bulls Athletic Park. The 74-year-old man is one of three manual scoreboard operators in the history of the DBAP, which has served as the home of the Durham Bulls since April 1995. "WRAL Triangle and Two" hosts Mark Bergin and Louis Fernandez spoke with Ivy about the experiences during his tenure, which come from a uniq...

"WRAL Triangle and Two" hosts Mark Bergin and Louis Fernandez discuss the Charlotte Hornets' decision to select Brandon Miller with the No. 2 overall pick of the 2023 NBA Draft instead of Scoot Henderson. The guys also share their thoughts about the Hornets' selections of Nick Smith Jr., James Nnaji and Amari Bailey. Last, the guys talk about the fit of Dereck Lively II with the Dallas Mavericks a...

"WRAL Triangle and Two" hosts Louis Fernandez and Mark Bergin discuss what the Charlotte Hornets should do with the second overall pick of the 2023 NBA Draft. The Hornets could select Scoot Henderson or Brandon Miller. They could also look to trade the pick. The New Orleans Pelicans are rumored to consider a trade of former Duke star Zion Williamson. Plus, the Hornets have new ownership coming in...

“WRAL Triangle and Two” hosts Mark Bergin and Louis Fernandez wonder whether any team can slow down a scorching hot Wake Forest baseball team heading into the College World Series. The guys also share their thoughts about Duke’s season ending. Plus, the guys predict the Denver Nuggets will close out NBA Finals in Game 5 against the Miami Heat on Monday night. Last, they discuss h...

“WRAL Triangle and Two” hosts Mark Bergin and Louis Fernandez discuss whether the Miami Heat tying the series with the Denver Nuggets changes their outlooks on the outcome of the 2023 NBA Finals. The guys also break down the chances of the North Carolina teams — Wake Forest and Duke — still in the NCAA Baseball Tournament. Last, the guys discuss which Carolina Panthers&rsqu...

WRAL senior multiplatform producer Mark Bergin and WRAL Sports investigative reporter Brian Murphy discuss North Carolina lawmakers’ efforts to legalize online sports gambling. The bill is expected to get a full Senate vote later in the week. The guys also discuss what to expect from the Carolina Hurricanes in the 2023-24 season. Goaltenders Frederik Andersen and Antti Raanta are not under c...

“WRAL Triangle and Two” hosts Mark Bergin and Louis Fernandez discuss how Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Final is a must-win game for the Carolina Hurricanes. The Canes trail the Florida Panthers 0-2 ahead of Monday night’s game. The guys discuss how it’s among the biggest game of Rod Brind’Amour’s coaching career, and what changes to expect for the Hurricanes...

“WRAL Triangle and Two” hosts Mark Bergin and Louis Fernandez react to the news of Duke guard Jeremy Roach announcing his return for the 2023-24 season. Duke returns several key players in Roach, leading scorer Kyle Filipowski, Tyrese Proctor and Mark Mitchell. The guys also select the games from the Carolina Panthers’ 2023 schedule that they’re most excited to watch. Last,...

“WRAL Triangle and Two” hosts Mark Bergin and Louis Fernandez discuss Carolina Panthers general manager Scott Fitterer’s comments to Pro Football Talk saying there is “no timeline” for their young quarterbacks and that Andy Dalton is “[their] guy for now.” Bergin and Fernandez discussed whether the Panthers would be better suited to start Dalton or rookie...

"WRAL Triangle and Two" host Louis Fernandez and guest host Chris Lea look at how the Panthers did with their five picks in the 2023 NFL Draft.   Plus, with so many local players making their way to the league, who is in the best position to succeed?   And the Carolina Hurricanes are waiting for their second-round opponent. What comes next for the Canes, especially after the Boston Bruin...

"WRAL Triangle and Two" hosts Louis Fernandez and Mark Bergin share their thoughts on the Carolina Panthers' selection of Alabama quarterback Bryce Young with the first overall pick of the 2023 NFL Draft.

“WRAL Triangle and Two” hosts Louis Fernandez and Mark Bergin make their selections of which players they would select in the 2023 NFL Draft if they were in charge of the Carolina Panthers. The guys discuss which players the Panthers could select to complement Bryce Young, the presumable first-overall pick. They also share the arguments for and against Young, C.J. Stroud and Anthony Ri...

"WRAL Triangle and Two” hosts Louis Fernandez and Mark Bergin discuss make a case for Bryce Young or CJ Stroud at No. 1 for the Panthers. As odds continue to shift, it's looking like Young will be the No. 1 pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. Is it the right move? One of our hosts thinks so! Plus, the Carolina Hurricanes start the Stanley Cup Playoffs with a series against the New York Islanders. Wi...

“WRAL Triangle and Two” hosts Louis Fernandez and Mark Bergin discuss former North Carolina guard Caleb Love’s decision to transfer to Michigan. Love could play his former team when North Carolina and Michigan travel in November to the Bahamas for the Battle 4 Atlantis Tournament. The guys discuss how Love should be remembered for his time playing for the Tar Heels. Other topics...

“WRAL Triangle and Two” hosts Mark Bergin and Louis Fernandez discuss Monday night’s national championship game between UConn and San Diego State. The guys explain why UConn is a favorite ahead of the title game. Plus, it’s Masters week. The guys pick the biggest storylines heading into this weekend’s festivities at Augusta National. Last, the guys each make a hot tak...

“WRAL Triangle and Two” hosts Louis Fernandez and Mark Bergin discuss Duke point guard Tyrese Proctor’s decision to return to Duke for the 2023-24 season. They also discuss what North Carolina guard Caleb Love should do: Return to Chapel Hill, test the NBA waters or to transfer. The guys also share which team they think will win the NCAA Tournament now that we’re into the F...