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  1. 2d ago

    Stanley Cup Final Game 4 Preview: Can the Hurricanes Slow Down Vegas? #NFL #Canes

    David Glenn on Canes-VGK 2026 Stanley Cup Final: Game 4 Keys, Rod Brind'Amour, and Carolina's Hockey Rise #NCPork #NHL #Canes On the David Glenn Show, Mike Waddell and David Glenn discuss the 2026 Stanley Cup Final as the Vegas Golden Knights lead the Carolina Hurricanes 2–1 heading into Game 4 in Las Vegas, reflecting on Carolina’s dramatic near-comeback in Game 3. Glenn frames the Canes' rise from nine straight playoff misses before Tom Dundon bought the team in 2018 to eight straight playoff appearances under coach Rod Brind'Amour, including four Eastern Conference Finals and this Finals run, alongside the growth of North Carolina's hockey culture. He explains Brind'Amour's system and mindset during the 4–0 deficit in Game 3, and outlines Game 4 keys: fewer mistakes against Vegas' high-end talent, improved goaltending from Frederik Andersen or Brandon Bussey, and more production from Sebastian Aho while relying on scoring depth. Glenn picks Carolina despite the series odds.00:00 Show Open and Setup00:39 Canes Finals Context01:46 The 2018 Turning Point03:19 Dundon Hires Rod07:37 North Carolina Sports Boom10:54 Rod Arrival Story14:59 Culture Shift and Belief18:16 Sponsor Break Jimmy's19:15 Game Three Comeback Talk19:47 Rod Coaching Philosophy26:47 Sponsor Break Sammy's27:36 Keys to Win Game Four34:28 DG Pick and 2006 Memories40:29 Network Close and OutroWelcome to the North Carolina Sports Network!Your home for all things sports in the Bold North State — from the NFL, NBA, NHL, MLS, PGA TOUR, and NASCAR to the heart of ACC and college athletics.🎥 Stories. 🎙️ Podcasts. 📊 Analysis.Covering the legends, the rising stars, and everything in between.👇 Subscribe & follow:🌐 ncsportsnetwork.com🎧 Podcasts: Spotify, Apple & more📲 @TheNCSportsNet on all platforms#NCsports #BoldNorthState

    42 min

  2. 5d ago

    WRAL’s Chris Lea on NC Sports History, Pro Wrestling (He was a Wrestler) & Covering the BIG FOUR

    WRAL’s Chris Lea on North Carolina + Greensboro Sports History, Pro Wrestling, and Covering the Triangle Three On Bold North State, presented by NC Pork, host Mike Waddell talks with WRAL Raleigh weekday sports anchor Chris Lea, a UNCG graduate and former Five Star Pro Wrestling Heavyweight Champion, about how his career shifted from entertainment hosting (including MTVu/MTV work) into sports media. Lea reflects on growing up in Greensboro and the legacy of the Greensboro Coliseum as a venue for ACC tournaments, concerts, and wrestling, as well as the venue's broader sports history. He shares TV influences like Mike Hogewood and Rich Brenner, early journalism experience at the Greensboro News & Record, and mentors in radio and TV. Lea explains how pro wrestling shaped his professionalism and helped him land TV roles, then discusses WRAL's challenge of covering Duke, UNC, NC State, and major pro teams with limited staff, fanbase dynamics, and his expectations for upcoming football and basketball seasons.00:00 Welcome and Guest Intro01:59 Chris Lee Origin Story03:58 Greensboro Sports Roots05:33 Greensboro Coliseum Memories09:30 Why Greensboro Matters12:13 Sponsor Break Amedeos12:57 TV Influences and Heroes16:46 Newsroom Mentors and First Jobs21:32 Athlete to Pro Wrestling Path23:49 Wrestling Over Basketball24:23 Career Drift After College25:56 Wrestling Opens TV Doors27:13 Indie Title And Fire Star28:59 Unpredictable Match Finishes31:09 Indie Scene And Big Names32:11 Wrestling Lessons For TV35:44 Covering Triangle Sports Daily39:22 Fanbases And Market Realities40:59 Sponsor Break High Street42:11 Crystal Ball Season Predictions48:42 Thanks And Network SignoffWelcome to the North Carolina Sports NetworkYour home for all things sports in the Bold North State — from the NFL, NBA, NHL, MLS, PGA TOUR, and NASCAR to the heart of ACC and college athletics.🎥 Stories. 🎙️ Podcasts. 📊 Analysis.Covering the legends, the rising stars, and everything in between.👇 Subscribe & follow:🌐 ncsportsnetwork.com🎧 Podcasts: Spotify, Apple & more📲 @TheNCSportsNet on all platforms#NCsports #BoldNorthState

    51 min

  3. 5d ago

    WRAL's Chris Lea on Dorton Arena: The Untold History of Mid-Atlantic Wrestling

    WRAL's Chris Lee on Emmy-Winning Dorton Arena Documentary "When Giants Walked Here"WATCH THE FULL DOC HERE: https://www.pbs.org/show/when-giants-walked-here/ On Bold North State Overtime on the North Carolina Sports Network, host Mike Waddell talks with WRAL weekday sports anchor and former pro wrestler Chris Lea about his North Carolina PBS documentary, "When Giants Walked Here," exploring the history and impact of Raleigh's Dorton Arena. Lea recounts how a cold email from former WRAL employee Cliff Baumgartner led to a project that grew from a planned 10-minute YouTube video into a PBS release that premiered in August 2024 and won an Emmy in February. They discuss Dorton's role in Mid-Atlantic wrestling history, including the Ric Flair vs. Buddy Landel match, Prince's concert, and how Dorton's 1984 renovations may have contributed to Roddy Piper being stabbed at the Civic Center. Lee shares his family ties to the venue and notes the film is currently available on the PBS app, with more distribution possibly coming.00:00 Dorton Arena Magic00:40 Meet Mike and Chris01:16 Making the Documentary02:25 From YouTube to Emmy03:36 Dorton Wrestling Legacy05:23 Iconic Moments and Stories06:52 Family Ties to Dorton07:51 Where to Watch Now09:13 Network Sign OffWelcome to the North Carolina Sports Network!Your home for all things sports in the Bold North State — from the NFL, NBA, NHL, MLS, PGA TOUR, and NASCAR to the heart of ACC and college athletics.🎥 Stories. 🎙️ Podcasts. 📊 Analysis.Covering the legends, the rising stars, and everything in between.👇 Subscribe & follow:🌐 ncsportsnetwork.com🎧 Podcasts: Spotify, Apple & more📲 @TheNCSportsNet on all platforms#NCsports #BoldNorthState

    10 min

  4. May 26

    The Most Dangerous Sleepers in the NCAA Baseball Tournament!

    David Glenn welcomes ESPN play-by-play voice and ACC Baseball Etc. co-host Daron Vaught to preview the 2026 NCAA Baseball Championship and break down the national title race, top seeds, MLB Draft prospects, and the postseason path for several North Carolina programs.Vaught discusses why UCLA and Georgia Tech stand out as serious College World Series contenders, how the SEC continues to shape the national college baseball conversation, and which MLB prospects fans should know before regional play begins.The conversation also includes a deep dive on the UNC Tar Heels, the No. 5 national seed, with a focus on Jason DeCaro, Walker McDuffie, Caden Glauber, and Carolina’s pitching depth. Glenn and Vaught also analyze East Carolina’s confidence after winning the AAC title, Wake Forest’s dangerous strikeout-heavy staff, and NC State’s postseason berth in Elliott Avent’s final season.Topics include:2026 NCAA Baseball Championship preview, NCAA Baseball Tournament bracket, UCLA baseball, Georgia Tech baseball, UNC baseball, East Carolina baseball, Wake Forest baseball, NC State baseball, College World Series contenders, MLB Draft prospects, ACC baseball, SEC baseball dominance, Elliott Avent, Jason DeCaro, Roch Cholowsky, Walker McDuffie, Caden Glauber.Chapters / Timestamps00:00 — Show Intro and Guest Daron Vaught01:08 — 2026 NCAA Baseball Tournament Bracket Overview03:02 — Top National Seeds and Championship Contenders04:58 — MLB Draft Prospects to Watch10:01 — SEC Dominance in College Baseball12:51 — NC Pork 13:22 — UNC Regional Breakdown21:58 — East Carolina’s Upset Potential vs. UNC25:59 — Wake Forest Regional Outlook31:00 — Amedeo’s Italian Restaurant and NC State Baseball36:05 — Elliott Avent Legacy Stories43:00 — The Reality for One-Bid Leagues47:24 — Wrap-Up and The PineysWelcome to the North Carolina Sports Network!Your home for all things sports in the Bold North State — from the NFL, NBA, NHL, MLS, PGA TOUR, and NASCAR to the heart of ACC and college athletics.🎥 Stories. 🎙️ Podcasts. 📊 Analysis.Covering the legends, the rising stars, and everything in between.👇 Subscribe & follow:🌐 ncsportsnetwork.com🎧 Podcasts: Spotify, Apple & more📲 @TheNCSportsNet on all platforms#NCsports #BoldNorthState

    50 min

  5. May 17

    🏒 Jordan Martinook on Canes' 8-0 Playoff Start, Rod Brind'Amour's Culture & Caniacs' Tailgates

    Carolina Hurricanes alternate captain Jordan Martinook joins The David Glenn Show to discuss the Canes' historic 8-0 playoff start — the first team in 40 years to sweep their first two postseason opponents. In this exclusive interview, Marty breaks down what's fueling the Hurricanes' success, the impact of coach Rod Brind'Amour, goalie Freddie Andersen's postseason dominance, and what makes the Caniacs the best fans in hockey. Plus, hear Marty's thoughts on his teammates including Sebastian Aho, Logan Stankoven, Jackson Blake, Seth Jarvis, and more as the Canes head to the Eastern Conference Finals. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Show Intro00:39 Meet Jordan Martinook01:47 Historic 8-0 Start02:53 Caniacs And Tailgates04:58 Culture Turnaround06:58 Playing For Rod08:45 Marty Party Mindset10:29 Svechnikov Big Brother11:46 Staying Healthy13:07 Staal Leadership14:38 Sponsor Break15:19 Freddie In Net16:50 Depth Scoring Edge18:35 Rapid Fire Teammates21:04 Rest Versus Rust22:06 Ignoring The Noise23:06 Final Four Push24:21 Sign Off And Network 🎙️ KEY TOPICS: First 8-0 playoff start in 40 years of NHL playoff format Rod Brind'Amour's coaching philosophy and buy-in culture Freddie Andersen's elite playoff goaltending The electric Lenovo Center atmosphere and Caniacs tailgating scene Franchise turnaround from 9 straight playoff misses to 8 straight appearances Mentoring Andrei Svechnikov and younger players Jordan Staal's 20-goal season at age 37 Team scoring depth with 7 twenty-goal scorers (most in NHL) Staying positive through 90+ game seasons 💬 What's your prediction for the Eastern Conference Finals? Drop it in the comments! ✅ SUBSCRIBE to the North Carolina Sports Network for more exclusive interviews with North Carolina's biggest sports stars! 🔗 FOLLOW THE DAVID GLENN SHOW:Website: ncsportsnetwork.comSocial: @thencsportsnet Presented by NC Pork — Good for the Plate, Great for the State #CarolinaHurricanes #Hurricanes #NHLPlayoffs #JordanMartinook #DavidGlennShow #Canes #RodBrindAmour #FreddieAndersen #NorthCarolinaSports #NCSN #StanleyCupPlayoffs #LetsGoCanes #HockeyTwitter #NHL #EasternConferenceFinals #Caniacs #PNCArena

    26 min

  6. May 4

    The ACC Is About to Look Completely Different | Here's Why

    The North Carolina Sports Network dives into a way-too-early preview of the 2026–27 college basketball season, with a spotlight on UNC, Duke, NC State, and Wake Forest. We break down UNC‘s blockbuster hire of NBA championship coach Michael Malone, the loss of forward Henri Veesaar to the NBA Draft, and the arrival of 7-foot FC Barcelona center Sayon Keita.We also examine key perimeter questions in Chapel Hill involving guards Neoklis Avdalas and Terrence Brown, as well as what it will take for the Tar Heels to contend nationally under their new head coach.NC State begins a portal-heavy rebuild under alum head coach Justin Gainey, highlighted by multiple mid-major all-conference transfers and a pivotal decision still looming from elite shooter Paul McNeil Jr.At Duke, the Blue Devils are projected near the top of the national rankings with multiple returning starters, Wisconsin star transfer John Blackwell, and an elite incoming freshman class that could push them toward another Final Four run.Wake Forest faces major roster turnover and portal uncertainty, projecting to finish in the bottom third of the ACC unless key pieces emerge from its incoming class and transfer additions.We also cover massive NCAA changes shaping the entire sport: the “5 years to play 5” eligibility model, NCAA Tournament expansion to 76 teams, the surge of international talent to high-major programs, and the Big 12’s private-capital deal and what it means for long-term ACC financial pressure and realignment talk.If you love ACC hoops, UNC–Duke–NC State–Wake storylines, and big-picture college basketball changes, this is your go-to early look at the 2026–27 season.00:00 Season Preview Tease01:22 Show Welcome and Subscribe03:08 UNC Lands Michael Malone05:49 Meet Seven Footer Keita09:56 Why Ssar Turned Pro14:27 UNC Roster Fit Questions21:54 Staff Changes and Recruiting26:41 Sponsor Break27:39 NC State New Era28:48 Wolfpack Portal Blueprint34:44 Duke Reloads Top Two40:03 Shire Year Five Edge42:27 Duke Role Puzzle44:15 Wake Portal Reality47:58 Wake Roster Breakdown53:25 Wake NIL Pressure55:48 Pitt Rebuild Blueprint01:01:18 Syracuse New Era01:06:18 ACC Awards Hot Seats01:10:56 NC Mid Major Winners01:12:36 High Point Reloading01:17:34 UNCW Creative Adds01:22:03 New Coaches Outlook01:24:26 Wes Miller Transfer Haul01:26:52 Spending Wins Programs01:30:38 Sponsor Break01:32:04 Five Years Five Seasons01:37:24 Impact On Recruits01:40:27 Tournament Expands To 7601:47:23 Why Fans Still Watch01:50:52 International Talent Surge01:56:43 Big 12 Private Capital02:04:00 ACC Survival Strategy02:08:27 Network Sign OffWelcome to the North Carolina Sports Network!Your home for all things sports in the Bold North State — from the NFL, NBA, NHL, MLS, PGA TOUR, and NASCAR to the heart of ACC and college athletics.🎥 Stories. 🎙️ Podcasts. 📊 Analysis.Covering the legends, the rising stars, and everything in between.👇 Subscribe & follow:🌐 ncsportsnetwork.com🎧 Podcasts: Spotify, Apple & more📲 @TheNCSportsNet on all platforms#NCsports #BoldNorthState

    2h 10m

  7. Apr 15

    ACC is Shifting Coaches But Here's Why That's Actually Backfiring

    The ACC coaching carousel is reshaping college basketball — and the ripple effects are everywhere.Mike Waddell and David Glenn break down the biggest moves across the ACC and the BOLD NORTH STATE, starting with a key question:Why did struggling coaches stay put?With buyouts rising and resources shifting toward NIL, revenue sharing, and roster construction, programs like Pitt, Wake Forest, and Notre Dame are prioritizing roster investment over coaching changes.Then, a full breakdown of the new wave of ACC hires:Michael Malone to UNC — NBA championship pedigree enters Chapel HillJustin Gainey to NC State — a Wolfpack return with deep rootsLuke Murray to Boston College — UConn championship experienceScott Cross to Georgia Tech — proven winner and program builderJerry McNamara to Syracuse — Orange legend takes the reinsPlus:Inside the UNC coaching search — Lloyd, May, Donovan, and why Malone emergedWhat it takes to build a staff in the NIL/portal eraCoaching movement across North Carolina:Wes Miller at CharlotteJared Haase at UNC GreensboroJimmy Williams at CampbellThe widening gap in resources, NIL funding, and program alignmentPortal winners, roster strategy, and what’s next in the ACC🎙️ North Carolina Sports Network — delivering factual heat on the future of college athletics⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 Show Intro and Sponsors01:40 ACC Coaching Carousel Context03:01 Why Struggling Coaches Stayed07:28 AD Perspective and Patience10:06 Portal Money and Pitt Rebuild11:02 Rapid Fire New ACC Hires11:06 Malone and Gainey Snapshots14:10 BC Luke Murray Breakdown16:31 Georgia Tech Scott Cross18:14 Syracuse Jerry McNamara19:55 Sponsor Break and Productivity Ad21:07 Most Intriguing Search UNC22:22 UNC Search Twists and Candidates27:18 Why Malone Won the Job29:22 Building Malone Staff for NIL Era32:28 Who Wins Fast Beyond NC35:56 Luke Murray Buzz38:34 ACC Coaching Carousel38:54 Wes Miller to Charlotte41:10 Jared Haase Takes UNCG42:52 Campbell Hires Jimmy Williams45:04 Why Anders Left Campbell49:31 NIL Money and Resources54:45 ADs Aligning with Coaches57:09 Portal Winners High Point UNCW01:00:44 Connor Barth Charity Weekend01:06:04 Network Sign Off

    1h 7m

  8. Apr 12

    2026 Masters Leaders Preview | Young and McIlroy Tied at 11-Under

    McConnell Golf presents ROAD TO AUGUSTA: Sunday Morning Roundtable with Scott Michaux | 2026 Masters Final-Round PreviewAfter a rollercoaster Saturday at the 2026 Masters, the host previews Sunday's final round with Scott Michaux of Global Golf Post. They review the tee times and leaderboard, with Cam Young and Rory McIlroy tied at 11-under, Sam Burns and Shane Lowry at 9-under, and contenders including Justin Rose, Jason Day, Scottie Scheffler, and Haotong Li within four shots. The discussion focuses on Young and McIlroy leading despite erratic driving, Young’s pause-at-the-top swing, expected fan support for McIlroy versus the American Young, and how hot, dry conditions and a potentially firmer, faster course could affect scoring after a record-low third-round average. They also touch on Irish viewing atmospheres, brief golf trivia, and the uncertainty surrounding Sunday's shootout and the historical stakes for McIlroy.00:00 Saturday Recap and Tee Times01:33 Leaders Wild Driving03:06 Cam Young Swing Pause04:32 Ireland Watching Rory and Shane05:53 Who Augusta Crowds Back07:27 Heat and Firming Course09:26 Carolina Golf Trivia10:36 Sponsor Spotlight McConnell Golf12:06 Sunday Predictions and History13:45 Final Thoughts and Sign OffWelcome to the North Carolina Sports Network!Your home for all things sports in the Bold North State — from the NFL, NBA, NHL, MLS, PGA TOUR, and NASCAR to the heart of ACC and college athletics.🎥 Stories. 🎙️ Podcasts. 📊 Analysis.Covering the legends, the rising stars, and everything in between.👇 Subscribe & follow:🌐 ncsportsnetwork.com🎧 Podcasts: Spotify, Apple & more📲 @TheNCSportsNet on all platforms#NCsports #BoldNorthState

    15 min
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