Niner Sports Talk
Niner Times lead sports writer Blake Rose takes the reins as host.
Niner Times Sports Staff · Charlotte Current
Show overview
Niner Sports Talk has been publishing since 2020, and across the 6 years since has built a catalogue of 71 episodes. That works out to roughly 45 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a monthly cadence.
Episodes typically run thirty-five to sixty minutes — most land between 25 min and 51 min — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. It is catalogued as a EN-language News show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 3 months ago, with 2 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2024, with 18 episodes published. Published by Charlotte Current.
From the publisher
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!
Latest Episodes
View all 71 episodesEp 72Charlotte 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.
Ep 70Charlotte basketball soars into 2026, but can they keep it up?
Ep 69October 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?
Ep 68October 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.
Ep 67September 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!
Ep 66September 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!
Ep 65May 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.
Ep 64April 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.
Ep 63April 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.
Ep 62April 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
Ep 61March 22nd: Guest host Kelli Blackburn joins the show as men’s basketball wraps their season as baseball and softball take over
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.
Ep 60March 14th: Women’s basketball season ends as the men’s team takes on the AAC Tournament.
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!
Ep 59Men’s basketball prepares for their second matchup with ECU as both Charlotte basketball teams prepare for the AAC Tournament
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.
Ep 58February 21st: Baseball and Softball season is back! Basketball winds down and looks towards their trips to Texas
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!
Ep 57February 11th: NBA trade deadline breakdown and UNC Charlotte spring sports preview
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.
Ep 56January 31st: Charlotte basketball breaks its losing streak! Hurricanes make a big move?
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.
Ep 55January 24th: Charlotte basketball struggles as both teams fall to a 7 game losing streak.
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!
Ep 54January 17th: Men’s basketball takes on #18 Memphis, and women's basketball looks to bounce back from a slump
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!
Ep 53December 6th: Charlotte football wraps their season and looks for a new head coach. Men’s and women’s basketball teams show their defensive prowess.
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 hurricanes and their goaltending issues.
Ep 52November 22nd: Charlotte men’s soccer secures the 2024 AAC men’s soccer championship, and Charlotte football part ways from head coach Biff Poggi.
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.