Niner Sports Talk
Niner Sports Talk
Niner Times Sports Staff
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 give everyone an inside look through a player and coach's perspective. We will also feature guests currently in the sports working world within the Charlotte area to share their views on sports through another lens. So basically, anything regarding sports we will talk about on the show!
Charlotte Basketball stutters into final stretch of the year
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. 
Feb 20
39 min
October 24th:You can’t go home again
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?
Oct 24, 2025
43 min
October 17th: Is 49er sports finally over the Hill?
 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. 
Oct 17, 2025
54 min
September 26th: Charlotte Football struggles to find its identity amid Albin’s inaugural season
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!
Sep 26, 2025
52 min
September 18th: Charlotte Football squeaks in a win against Monmouth, but can they do it again?
 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!
Sep 18, 2025
38 min
May 2nd: Charlotte baseball looks to make a run in the AAC Tournament?
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. 
May 2, 2025
1 hr 10 min
April 25th: Charlotte men’s golf takes home the American Athletic Conference Championship
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.
Apr 25, 2025
27 min
April 11th: Carolina Hurricanes struggle with playoffs looming, as Charlotte FC clings on to their home win streak
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.
Apr 11, 2025
1 hr 14 min
April 4th: Charlotte Baseball extends to a 5 game win streak as they gear up for Wichita State
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 
Apr 4, 2025
1 hr 32 min
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