Sports NextDoor

Max Cooper-Squires
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Sports NextDoor

Run by two Childhood BestFriends: Sports NextDoor is a next generation sports show. Hybriding the daily show delivery format of the TV era with the freedom of the internet. Sports NextDoor gives the most interesting sports topics of the week the treatment they deserve, unhampered by: length, troll takes, or excessive cordiality. Hosted by two lifelong friends, and sports fans. Max and Owen record themselves doing what they have for 15 years: discussing the weekly games, trades, and prospects in the NBA & NHL and informing each other about what happened in their own areas of interest. Airing twice a week in audio and video format, with regular segments: Baseball Bit, BBall Storylines, Combat Corner, Football Fancave, Talkin’ Hockey, and Tennis Talk. Catch Sports NextDoor on Youtube or all available podcast streaming platforms!

  1. SEPT 12

    Back from Summer Break

    Bad NFL Scheduling, US Open Finals, Marner contract extension and what to watch this weekend, the boys are Back! Timestamps Approximate Bad NFL Scheduling (03:07) In a gear grinding segment, Owen talk the bizarre pile up of NFL games happening in the early afternoon segment during week 2 and how the difficulties of redzone tv keep it inconvenient for second tier fans of the sport. US Open Finals (09:04) Sports Nerdery Max talks the weird string of pair facts that emerged from Jannik Sinner and Arnya Sabalenka winning their first US Open titles this past weekend Marner Extension (18:25) Toronto Tings. The boys discuss how Leon Draisaitl's 14 million a year 8 year contract affects the ongoing negotiations between Mitch Marner and the Toronto Maple Leafs. What to Watch this Weekend (29:50) Owen talks the latest history Shohei Ohtani's is on the verge of making as well as a consquestional early rivarly match up this Sunday between the Chiefs and the Bengals as well as when to catch each!

    36 min

  2. JUN 6

    Finals, Finals, Finals!

    NHL & NBA & Roland Garros (semi) Finals previews + Champions League Finals Recap! Timestamps Approximate Dropping the Puck with Talkin Hockey (02:55) We preview the Edmonton Oilers Florida Panthers 2024 NHL Stanley Cup Finals match up. Discussing each teams path to get here and style of play, versus what style they've looked best at. As well as the best on best match up of McDavid vs Barkov. BBall Storylines (10:25) Continues the Finals previews as we look forward to the Dallas Mavericks and Boston Celtics Tipping off. We talk the depth versus starpower match up, Tatum superstar discusssion, and Kyrie's first playoff finals in Boston Tennis Talk (23:45) Max talks about the upcoming Semi Finals Roland Garros match ups, particularly Carlos Alcaraz vs Jannik Sinner. Wrapping up in Football Fancave (29:35) Owen talks Real Madrids Champions league win and addition of Mbappe.

    34 min

  3. MAY 28

    NBA Finals Loading/Roland Garros ATP Talk

    The boys talk the Mavs 3-0 lead over the Timberwolves, Siakam offseason destinations, and Roland Garros ATP ft Rafal Nadal’s ever 4th loss at the Slam.  Tipping Off in Bball Storylines (02:27) We talk the Dallas Mavericks 3-0 lead over the Minnesota Timberwolves, each win involving a mixture of clutch offensive production from Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving as well as choke job form the Timberwolves offence. We also touch briefly on the Boston Celtics sweep (in progress at the time) of the Indiana Pacers, then spend a little more time speculating on Pascal Siakams future. Talking’ Hockey (23:45) Owen checks in on the competitive Western and Eastern NHL Playoffs.  Wrapping up with Tennis Talk (26:02) This week Max talks the ATP side of Roland Garros, previewing the top seeds (Novak Djokovic, Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz) in each quarter as well as recapping the matches that have occurred in the first two days which were of course headlined by Zverev’s win over Nadal. Also discussions of Medvedev and Shapovalovs wins on day 2.

    40 min

  4. MAY 20

    NBA Round 2 Wrap Up

    Recap of the ending of Round 2 of the 2024 NBA Playoffs, the boys talk Nuggets Timberwolves game 7, Mavericks eliminating the Thunder, and Conference Final predictions as well as some Hockey and Tennis. Tipping off in BBall Storylines (05:15) we start off discussing The Minnesota Timberwolves Game 7 win over the defending Denver Nuggets. We argue whether it was rebounding or defence that decided the game, discuss Murray Jokic, Edwards and KATs performances, and the Nuggets next steps. (18:38) We talk the Dallas Mavericks series win over the OKC Thunder, where the Thunder fell short, suprises from the Mavericks, and preview the Western conference final match up. Brief wrap up on why we're not too excited or talking much on the Celtics vs Pacers Quick Hockey Talk (30:35) wrapping up the 2nd round of the NHL Playoffs Tennis Talk to close (33:07) Max recaps the Swiatek Sabelenka Rome Final and previews the WTA Roland Garros or Women's French Open.

    39 min

  5. MAY 7

    Playoffs Round 2

    Into the heart of the NHL/NBA Playoffs the boys use what they learned in round 1 to make their round 2 prediction Timestamps Approximate Dropping the puck Talkin' Hockey (05:21) we start with the age old rest vs rust debate for Stars vs Avalanche in a titanic match up, discuss the Canucks playstyle conundrum in their Western Canadian faceoff against the Oilers, debate recency vs early season feels for Rangers vs Hurricanes, take a minute to have the exact same Toronto Maple Leafs autopsy for the 4th year of this podcast or something before hatepicking between the Bruins & Panthers. BBall Storylines (21:24) We start with Knicks vs Pacers throwback series talking which team showed more in the first round and what might make this match up different. For Celtics vs Cavaliers we wonder what Cleveland would have to do to take a game(s?) off Boston. Marquis Match up of Nuggets vs Timberwolves we talk Edwards supernova performance, Minnesota's roster design, and Denvers higher gears. Wrapping up with Thunder vs Mavericks we talk Kyrie's crazy first round, the completeness of each team, and defensive variability options for the Thunder.

    39 min

  6. APR 16

    Playoffs Decided/Monte Carlo Recap

    NBA Playoff and Play in Previews, NHL Playoff spot chase, Tsitsipas' third Monte Carlo title and more this pod. Timestamps Approximate Tipping Off in BBall Storylines (02:02) We talk whether the Knicks would prefer to see the 76ers or Heat, Cavaliers prove it or lose it status against the Magic, the Bucks chances without Giannis, in the East. In the West, we talk the strength of the division, the play in preview for Pelicans vs Lakers and Kings vs Warriors. Nuggets and Thunder expectations, another round of Leonard vs Doncic, and the intrigue of the Timberwolves vs the Suns. Talkin' Hockey (22:15) We cover Auston Matthews 69th (nice) goal, and the race for 70 amidst the decision to play him for which, both or neither of the Panthers and Lighting Match ups. We check in on some live Playoff determining games, as Crosby's chances dwindle despite the outpouring of celebrations of him that have ramped up this year. Wrapping up in Tennis Talk (28:45) Max talks Stefanos Tsitsipas' Monte Carlo Masters title this past week. Detailing the return to form and the unique suitability of the surface for the former world number 3, as was put on display in his win over Jannik Sinner though we talk the massive asterisk on the match from the missed double fault as well as Tsitsipas's form. Also Rudd still lacking in big final matches, and Rafael Nadal returning to the tour in Barcelona!

    40 min

  7. MAR 26

    March Madness/Betting Scandals/Miami Open/UFC Lawsuit Settlement

    First half of March Madness, Jontay Porter and Shohei Ohtani betting scandals, ATP Miami Open, Toronto Maple Leafs check in and more this Pod! Tipping off in BBall Storylines (02:10) Owen recaps a chalk filled start to March Madness with most of the top seeds winning as projected. The boys transition (07:14) into the emerging allegations about the Toronto Raptor's Jontay Porter summing up the details of what's known and likely so far. Following up with the murkiness surronding Shohei Ohtani's 4.5 million dollar wire transfer. Tennis Talk (19:56) Sees Max give his thoughts on the ATP side of the Miami Open as the round of 16 wraps up, shocker Alcaraz, Sinner and Medvedev lead the charge. Talkin' Hockey (25:55) Toronto Maple Leafs fans get a jolt in the rear view mirror as the Tampa Bay Lightning gain steam Combat Corner (30:41) Max discusses the Le/Johnson vs UFC AntiTrust settlement, and highlights a recent Conor McGregor interview to explain how the UFC is going to continue to get away with their monopoly. Wrapping up in Football Fancave (37:37) another win for the TFC is a happy note to end the pod on. All Music: Mystery Train by UIC https://open.spotify.com/track/3CBI2Nkyd2sx3iWkDmXgnO?si=ij50q1FSQhKp2e7B7daL

    40 min

  8. MAR 20

    Brackets/#1 Race/Alcaraz's Revenge

    March Madness Preview, NBA standings, Leafs talk, Indian Wells Recap and more this pod! Timestamps Approximate Tipping Off in BBall Storylines (01:44) Owen gives his thoughts on why the mens side is losing steam while the women's is peaking for the upcoming March Madness tournament. The boys then talk the 3 way race for first in the NBA Western Conference between the Denver Nuggets, Minnesota Timberwolves and Oklahoma City Thunder. Talkin' Hockey (15:32) We talk the Toronto Maple Leafs blown lead late in the 3rd against Carolina, and all the playoff demons and worries that start popping up this time of year. Tennis Talk (19:08) Max recaps Carlos Alcaraz's path to a successful title defence at Indian Wells, beating multiple opponenets who had winning head to heads against him, rain delays and bee invasions along the way. Also a little hype for the Miami Open. Wrapping up in Football Fancave (31:09) Owen talks Champions League quarter finals and the end of the TFC winning streak.

    34 min
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Run by two Childhood BestFriends: Sports NextDoor is a next generation sports show. Hybriding the daily show delivery format of the TV era with the freedom of the internet. Sports NextDoor gives the most interesting sports topics of the week the treatment they deserve, unhampered by: length, troll takes, or excessive cordiality. Hosted by two lifelong friends, and sports fans. Max and Owen record themselves doing what they have for 15 years: discussing the weekly games, trades, and prospects in the NBA & NHL and informing each other about what happened in their own areas of interest. Airing twice a week in audio and video format, with regular segments: Baseball Bit, BBall Storylines, Combat Corner, Football Fancave, Talkin’ Hockey, and Tennis Talk. Catch Sports NextDoor on Youtube or all available podcast streaming platforms!

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  • Creator
    Max Cooper-Squires
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    200
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2024 Max Cooper-Squires
  • Show Website
    Sports NextDoor

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