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The Connecticut Scoreboard PodcastAlex Karaban: UConn's Run to the Big East Title and On To BrooklynSend us a textAlex Karaban joins us and looks back at UConn's run to the Big East title. We then talk the bracket and look ahead to UConn's path in the tournament. Alex takes questions from social and makes Jared feel old.2024-03-2030 minThe Connecticut Scoreboard PodcastJared Thomas: Get to Know Storrs CentralSend us a textJared Thomas of Bleeding Blue for Good joins the podcast to talk about the latest in NIL. We talk about the new Storrs Central venture - what it is, what fans will get from it, and more.2024-03-1330 minThe Connecticut Scoreboard PodcastUnderstanding NIL at UConn with Bleeding Blue for GoodSend us a textJohn Malfetonne and Jared Guy Thomas of Bleeding Blue for Good join the podcast to talk about Name, Image, and Likeness at UConn. They answer common questions about NIL and their collective, and a whole lot more. 2023-12-1124 minThe Connecticut Scoreboard PodcastLooking at The Dream Season with Matt EdwardsSend us a textMatt Edwards of the Dream Season Podcast joins Jared to talk about his new podcast around UConn's Dream Season. Matt talks about the players that made this run so special, the impact of Coach Jim Calhoun, the process of making his podcast, and more.2022-05-2315 minThe Connecticut Scoreboard PodcastUConn Regular Season Wrap Up with Rob DausterSend us a textRob Dauster of The Field of 68 and Top Dogs podcast joins me to wrap up the UConn Men's Basketball regular season. We talk about how the team measured up to our preseason expectations, who the MVP of the team is, what would make up a successful rest of the season, and more.Then flip over to Top Dogs to hear Rob and Jared preview the Big East Tournament. 2022-03-0718 minThe Connecticut Scoreboard PodcastUConn vs. Villanova Preview with John FantaSend us a textStephen Sanzari is back to join Jared and recap the week that was for UConn. Next up (17:53) hear from John Fanta as he previews UConn/Nova, discusses the state of the Big East, and more. 2022-02-2140 minThe Connecticut Scoreboard PodcastUConn-Xavier PreviewSend us a textGet ready for a sold out game at Gampel against Xavier with our preview episode. Stephen Sanzari joins Jared to recap the Seton Hall game and to talk about what they're looking to see against Xavier. Next up (14:42) Adam Baum of the Cincinnati Enquirer joins to break down Xavier, look back at Xavier/UConn's match up from last week, and talk about the rollercoaster season it has been for Xavier. 2022-02-1830 minThe Connecticut Scoreboard PodcastUConn vs. Butler Men's Basketball PreviewSend us a textStephen is back to join Jared and recap the St. John's OT win and look around the Big East. Next up you'll hear from David Woods (17:41), who covers Butler for the Indianapolis Star. He breaks down the team and how they've played to date and discusses expectations for the games against UConn.2022-01-1731 minThe Connecticut Scoreboard PodcastUConn vs. St. John's PreviewSend us a textWe're trying something new and breaking our preview episode into two parts. First, Jared brings on Stephen Sanzari (@gampelcrazies) to recap UConn/Seton Hall and talk about what they're looking for in the game against St. John's. Next (20:53), you'll hear from Zach Braziller of the New York Post to talk all things St. John's and the match up.2022-01-1235 minThe Connecticut Scoreboard PodcastTricia Fabbri: Quinnipiac Women's BasketballSend us a textOn this episode Jared talks with Quinnipiac Women's Basketball Head Coach Tricia Fabbri. We talk about Coach Fabbri's development and growth of the program, discuss her team's roster and players to watch for, highlight the MAAC, and talk about parity in women's college basketball. 2021-11-2226 minThe Connecticut Scoreboard PodcastRob Simmelkjaer: CT Lottery Chairman on Sports BettingSend us a textWith sports betting recently launching in Connecticut, Jared is joined by Connecticut Lottery Chairman Rob Simmelkjaer. Rob talks about the process to get sports betting legalized, their digital partner in Rush Street Interactive, retail betting plans including the XL Center, responsible gambling and more.2021-10-1828 minThe Connecticut Scoreboard PodcastVal Ackerman: Big East CommissionerSend us a textJoining me today is Big East Commissioner Val Ackerman. The Commissioner and I talk about the growth of the league since she became commissioner, why now was the right time to bring UConn back into the conference, and take a deep dive into the two biggest stories around college sports right now - the COVID-19 pandemic and social justice issues.2020-09-1619 minThe Connecticut Scoreboard PodcastJeff Benedict: On the Patriots DynastySend us a textThis episode features an interview with Connecticut author Jeff Benedict. Jeff's recent book The Dynasty details the history of the Kraft era of the New England Patriots. We talk about Kraft's path to ownership, the potential move to Hartford, the Brady break up and more.Want to win a copy of Jeff's book. Enter here: bit.ly/dynastycontest2020-09-1420 minThe Connecticut Scoreboard PodcastCoach Jason Bakoulis and Coach Joe Della Vecchia: High School Football in CTSend us a textWill they be able to play high school football in Connecticut this year? That’s the big question. As of now, the season has been canceled but players and coaches are speaking out to ask for a chance to play. If you check out our YouTube feed you’ll hear from two players who have been leading the charge. On this episode you’ll hear from two coaches. First up you’ll hear from Coach Bakoulis of NFA and then from St Joseph Coach Della Vecchia. They’ll explain the situation from a coaching p...2020-09-1123 minThe Connecticut Scoreboard PodcastAcacia Courtney: Kentucky Derby PreviewSend us a textYou've heard from her in the past, Acacia Courtney, the official horse racing expert of the Connecticut Scoreboard Podcast is back. The former Miss Connecticut and current horse racing analyst previews this weekend's Kentucky Derby. Can anyone beat Tiz the Law? Acacia shares all.2020-09-0208 minThe Connecticut Scoreboard PodcastAnthony Bozzella: Seton Hall Women's BasketballSend us a textThis episode features an interview with Seton Hall Women's Basketball Head Coach Tony Bozzella. We talk about the growth of his program since he started coaching, the competitiveness of the Big East and more.2020-08-2820 minThe Connecticut Scoreboard PodcastBen Weiss: GM of the XL CenterSend us a textLike a lot of industries the sports and entertainment industry has been hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic. On this episode I talk with Ben Weiss - GM of the XL Center. We discuss what the new normal of sports and entertainment venues will look like, renovations and improvements to the facility and discuss the importance of an arena in downtown Hartford.2020-08-2421 minThe Connecticut Scoreboard PodcastKurt Godlevske: Butler Women's BasketballSend us a textThis episode features an interview with Butler Women's Basketball Head Coach Kurt Godlevske. We talk about the growth of the program under his leadership, his team's style of play, playing in Hinkle Fieldhouse and more.2020-08-1015 minThe Connecticut Scoreboard PodcastDenise Dillon: Villanova Women's BasketballSend us a textOn this episode of the Connnecticut Scoreboard Podcast, I’m talking with new Villanova Women’s Basketball head Coach Denise Dillon. I talk with Coach Dillon about playing for the legendary Harry Perretta back in the 90s, what it’s like to be taking over for her old coach, some memories about games against UConn during her playing days and more.2020-08-0316 minThe Connecticut Scoreboard PodcastDoug Bruno: DePaul Women's BasketballSend us a textThis episode features an interview with DePaul Women’s Basketball Coach Doug Bruno. Coach Bruno talks about his 40+ years of coaching, the growth of the DePaul program, his friendship with Geno Auriemma, and UConn’s return to the Big East.2020-07-2727 minThe Connecticut Scoreboard PodcastJosh Boone: UConn Men's BasketballSend us a textThis episode features an interview with former UConn Men's Basketball player Josh Boone. We have a lot of fun talking through the championship run of his freshman year, playing under Jim Calhoun, differences between the NBA and playing overseas, and more.2020-07-2026 minThe Connecticut Scoreboard PodcastHartford Athletic Preview: Harry Swartz and Myke FuhrmanSend us a textWe’re getting you ready for year two of Hartford Athletic with two great interviews. First up, you’ll hear from Hartford Athletic player Harry Swartz. We talk about his time so far with the Athletic, playing for a new coach, expectations for this year’s team and more. Next up is Myke Fuhrman, co-host of the Nutmeg State Podcast and founder of Mad Hat Massive, the Hartford Athletic fan support group. He’ll break down the team for us, give us insight into the USL and let us know what the Dillon Stadium...2020-07-1728 minThe Connecticut Scoreboard PodcastMiki Sudo: Nathan's Hot Dog Champion and Competitive EaterSend us a textOn this episode we're talking with the most recent Nathan's Hot Dog Champion, professional competitive eater, and Connecticut resident Miki Sudo. We talk about her path to a competitive eating career, how she prepares for eating contests, favorite foods and more. 2020-07-0918 minThe Connecticut Scoreboard PodcastGabby Lucivero: NBC Connecticut SportsSend us a textThis episode features an Interview with NBC Connecticut's Gabby Lucivero. We talk about her path and journey In sports journalism, what It's been like covering sports from home during the pandemic, some memorable CT sports stories and more. 2020-07-0826 minThe Connecticut Scoreboard PodcastDon Van Natta Jr: ESPN's The Backstory on Lebron James' DecisionSend us a textThis episode features an interview with ESPN Investigative Reporter Don Van Natta Jr. We're talking with Don about his latest episode of The Backstory on LeBron James' televised free agency decision. The event which happened in Greenwich, Connecticut just about ten years ago was one of the first examples of a player controlling their free agent announcement.2020-07-0220 minThe Connecticut Scoreboard PodcastBrad Balukjian: The Wax PackSend us a textThis episode features an interview with Brad Balukjian, author of The Wax Pack: On the Open Road In Search of Baseball's Afterlife. We talk about the premise of Brad's book, his road trip to meet a variety of baseball players, the travel itself and more.2020-06-2919 minThe Connecticut Scoreboard PodcastAlex Oriakhi: UConn Men's BasketballSend us a textThis episode features an interview with former UConn Men's Basketball player Alex Oriakhi. We discuss Alex's UConn career - from an NIT appearance his freshman year to winning the championship in his sophomore year, and an up and down junior year that ultimately culminated with him transferring to Missouri.2020-06-2231 minThe Connecticut Scoreboard PodcastKevin Streelman: Life on the PGA Tour in a COVID-19 WorldSend us a textThis episode features 2014 Travelers Championship winner and PGA Tour Professional Kevin Streelman. We catch up on what life is like on the PGA Tour in this COVID-19 environment - from testing, fan-free courses and more.2020-06-1714 minThe Connecticut Scoreboard PodcastPursuing the Patriots Episode 2: Dan ShaughnessySend us a textThe second episode of Pursuing the Patriots gives us a Boston media perspective on the deal that would've moved the Patriots to Connecticut. We're talking with Boston Globe Sports Columnist Dan Shaughnessy about this deal. From his thoughts on if it would actually happen to going back and forth with Mayor Mike - we cover it all.2020-06-1509 minThe Connecticut Scoreboard PodcastTravis Steele: Xavier University Men's BasketballSend us a textThis episode features an interview with Travis Steele, the Men's Basketball coach for Xavier University. We talk about his coaching career, look back at the 2019 UConn/Xavier game, and look ahead to what the Big East will hold for UConn in its return. 2020-06-1116 minThe Connecticut Scoreboard PodcastNathan Grube: 2020 Travelers ChampionshipSend us a textThis episode features an interview with Nathan Grube, Tournament Director for the Travelers Championship. We talk about the return of the PGA Tour, what the 2020 Travelers Championship will look like, preparing for a tournament in the age of COVID-19 and more.2020-06-0918 minThe Connecticut Scoreboard PodcastJohn Fanta: UConn and the Big EastSend us a textThis episode features an interview with John Fanta. He talks about his role doing play by play for College Basketball on Fox, hosting Big East Shootaround and more. We dive into UConn's return to the conference, being a basketball focused league and a lot of other great college basketball topics.2020-06-0427 minThe Connecticut Scoreboard PodcastAcacia Courtney: Horse Racing and Former Miss ConnecticutSend us a textThis episode features an interview with Acacia Courtney, former Miss Connecticut who is now a TV Analyst/Paddock Reporter for Gulfstream Park. We talk about how she got interested in horse racing, her day to day responsibilities at the track, how to get a younger audience interested in the sport and more.2020-06-0118 minThe Connecticut Scoreboard PodcastDave Leitao: DePaul Men's BasketballSend us a textThis episode features an interview with former UConn assistant coach and current DePaul Men's Basketball Coach Dave Leitao. We talk about his playing days under Jim Calhoun, transitioning to coaching alongside Coach Calhoun, the state of the Big East, and more.2020-05-2822 minThe Connecticut Scoreboard PodcastMorgan Valley: University of Hartford Women's BasketballSend us a textThis episode features an interview with the Head Coach of the University of Hartford Women's Basketball team Morgan Valley. We talk with Coach Valley about her UConn playing career, what she's learned from Geno Auriemma and recap her first season at University of Hartford.2020-05-2614 minThe Connecticut Scoreboard PodcastDaniel Hamilton: UConn BasketballSend us a textThis episode features an interview with former UConn Men's Basketball player Daniel Hamilton. We talk about his two years at UConn including his big run during the 2016 AAC Tournament, favorite moments, and what life has been like post UConn.2020-05-2116 minThe Connecticut Scoreboard PodcastPursuing the Patriots: Governor John RowlandSend us a textWelcome to Pursuing the Patriots brought to you by The Connecticut Scoreboard. The first episode in our series takes us right to one of the dealmakers himself, former Connecticut Governor John Rowland. In this episode Governor Rowland talks about how the deal came to be, where and when the deal seemed to fall apart and more.2020-05-1820 minThe Connecticut Scoreboard PodcastCorey Evans: On UConn Basketball RecruitingSend us a textOn this episode I speak with Corey Evans, National Basketball Analyst at Rivals.com about the recruiting end of things for UConn Men's Basketball. We talk about the incoming freshmen, virtual recruiting, and look forward to UConn's 2021 class.2020-05-1214 minThe Connecticut Scoreboard PodcastJim Furyk: PGA Tour and A Record Breaking 58Send us a textThis episode features an interview with PGA Tour Pro Jim Furyk. Jim and I discuss his illustrious career including going hole by hole down the back nine of his record breaking 58 at the Travelers Championship.2020-05-0730 minThe Connecticut Scoreboard PodcastJon Pessah on Yogi BerraSend us a textThis episode features Jon Pessah - author of Yogi: A Life Behind the Mask. We talk all things Yogi Berra - from getting into baseball, his time in the Navy, his playing and managerial career, and more.As discussed at the top of the episode, we're giving local Connecticut businesses a shout out during these challenging times. Today's episode is brought to you by Pan de Oro, a Hartford based tortilla chip brand. For more information visit pandeoro.com. 2020-05-0438 min
Screen The Screener Basketball PodcastSeason Recap Series: Connecticut Huskies - Jared Kotler (Connecticut Scoreboard Podcast)The Screen the Screener College Basketball Podcast: Voted One of the Top 30 Basketball Podcasts by FeedSpot (https://blog.feedspot.com/basketball_podcasts/)The Screen the Screener 2020 Team Recap SeriesHost: Gus Kearns (@ckearns12)Guest: Jared Kotler (@JaredKotler) of Connecticut Scoreboard PodcastGUEST DISCUSSIONJared Kolter (@JaredKotler) from the CT Scoreboard Podcast (@CTScoreboardPod) chats @UConnMBB for the Season Recap Series. Gus and Jared cover: the #BIGEAST move, coaches, R.J. Cole, @BackEastBrewery and the return of James Bouknight. #ThisIsUConnFollow us @STheSPodcast on Twitter. Rate and subscribe to Spr...2020-04-2939 minThe Connecticut Scoreboard PodcastJoe D'AmbrosioSend us a textThis episode features an interview with the long-time voice of the UConn Huskies, Joe D'Ambrosio. We look back on Joe's radio career and talk through memorable moments for UConn Basketball and Football. From players to cover, working with coaches, and best places to call a game - we cover it all.2020-04-2739 minThe Connecticut Scoreboard PodcastDwight Freeney: Indianapolis Colts and the NFLSend us a textThis episode features an interview with Bloomfield, CT native Dwight Freeney. We talk about his football career from his days of high school football, to playing for Syracuse and his illustrious NFL career. From sacking Michael Vick 4.5 times in college to winning a Super Bowl - we cover it all.2020-04-2231 minThe Connecticut Scoreboard PodcastTed Scott: PGA Tour Caddie for Bubba WatsonSend us a textThis episode features an interview with PGA Tour caddie Ted Scott. Ted has caddied for Bubba Watson for 14 years and talks about his time on his bag, including his responsibilities, favorite courses and more. We break down Bubba's success in particular at the Travelers Championship- an event he has won 3 times.2020-04-2131 minThe Connecticut Scoreboard PodcastRodney Purvis: UConn Men's BasketballSend us a textThis episode features an interview with former UConn guard Rodney Purvis. We talk about Purvis' UConn career - from sitting out a year, to the NCAA Tournament and more. We also catch up on what Rodney has been doing since graduating from UConn.This episode was edited by Stephen Sanzari.2020-04-1325 minThe Connecticut Scoreboard PodcastJohn Gallagher: University of Hartford 2019-20 Season RecapSend us a textThis episode features an interview with University of Hartford Men's Basketball Coach John Gallagher. We talk about the impact of COVID-19 on college basketball, especially how this impacted his team's appearance in the America East title game. We also look back on his team's season, break down the roster, and discuss some other issues in college basketball.This episode was edited by Stephen Sanzari.2020-04-0921 minThe Connecticut Scoreboard PodcastCaron Butler: UConn Men's Basketball and NBA All StarSend us a textThis episode features an interview with UConn legend and NBA All Star, Caron Butler. We talk about Caron's journey - from being recruited by Coach Calhoun, to playing in the Big East, to the NBA and post basketball life.This episode was edited by Stephen Sanzari.2020-04-0323 minThe Connecticut Scoreboard PodcastCoronavirus and the CIACSend us a textThe coronavirus has started to make its impact on the Connecticut sports scene. Today the CIAC announced that it would be canceling all winter sports tournaments. First up, you’ll hear from Glenn Lungarini, Executive Director of CIAC. Glenn talks about what went into this decision to cancel these tournaments, alternatives they considered and has a message for athletes, coaches, fans, and supporters. Then, you’ll hear from Jake Walker. A former Fairfield Prep hockey player, Jake saw the news and immediately thought of his friends still playing high school sports. Jake started a pe...2020-03-1116 minThe Connecticut Scoreboard PodcastJim Calhoun: UConn and St. Joe'sSend us a textThis episode of the podcast features an interview with Jim Calhoun. Coach Calhoun has recently come out of retirement to become the head coach at the University of St. Joseph in West Hartford, Connecticut. I talk with Coach Calhoun about returning to the game, the state of his current team and revisit some of Calhoun's career highlights.2020-02-2430 min