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Charlotte FC look to advance to U.S. Open Cup quarterfinals for the first time against Atlanta in a rare matchup in Matthews
By Billy McGee April 27, 2026 Photo: Kurt Shackelford / CLTure Charlotte FC will face southeastern foe Atlanta United in the U.S. Open Cup Round of 16 after coming out on top 6-0 against Charlotte Independence in the Round of 32 (the first-ever competitive meeting...
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Panthers stayed true to their foundational philosophy, drafting physical, high-upside players who love the game
By Thomas Bray April 26, 2026 Photo: Carolina Panthers The Panthers entered the 2026 NFL Draft with clear needs, and general manager Dan Morgan addressed one of the biggest by selecting Georgia tackle Monroe Freeling with the 19th overall pick. Even after a strong free...
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Hornets President of Basketball Operations Jeff Peterson Talks Physicality, Coby White, and Not Skipping Steps
By Will Eudy April 20, 2026 The Hornets’ season has officially come to a close, and while there’s considerable disappointment among the fanbase following the disappointing play-in loss to the Magic, President of Basketball Operations Jeff Peterson is looking ahead. Peterson opened by emphasizing how...
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The Hornets’ playoff hopes were crushed by the Orlando Magic’s size, physicality, and game plan
By James Plowright April 18, 2026 Photo: John Raoux / AP The Charlotte Hornets walked into Orlando’s Kia Center as favorites in a win‑or‑go‑home scenario. Fresh off one of the biggest victories in franchise history against Miami, optimism was high that this group had turned...
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Panthers Free Agency Recap: Dan Morgan Fills Key Needs and Keeps Core Intact Heading into Draft
By Thomas Bray April 1, 2026 Photo: Jacob Kupferman / AP After winning their first NFC South title in a decade and falling just short in a narrow wild-card loss to the Los Angeles Rams, the Carolina Panthers entered the 2026 offseason with momentum —...
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For Ashley Westwood, Charlotte is now home, and he hopes to bring a trophy to the city soon
By Billy McGee March 24, 2026 Hailing from Nantwich, a small market town in northwest England, Ashley Westwood has been a professional soccer player since signing his first contract at age 18 in 2008. Having played for multiple clubs across the top four tiers of...
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After locking in his third season with the Panthers, Jalen Coker is settling into life in Charlotte
By Cameron Lee March 13, 2026 There’s no question that third-year Panthers wide receiver Jalen Coker has turned into a fan favorite in the Carolinas. Why wouldn’t you root for him? The DMV native, who went undrafted in the 2024 draft, has been one of...
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If there is any doubt about the Charlotte Hornets’ identity and what Hornets DNA means, just look at Pat Connaughton
By James Plowright March 11, 2026 When the Milwaukee Bucks moved Pat Connaughton to the Charlotte Hornets in an offseason salary dump, the expectation around the league was simple: he was unlikely to stick around. Even inside the building, there were no promises. “There is...
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ACC Tournament Preview: Top Teams and Key Players to Watch in the 2026 Men’s Bracket in Charlotte
By Thomas Bray March 8, 2026 Photo: Ben McKeown / AP The 2026 ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament returns to the Spectrum Center for the second straight year, with 15 of the conference’s 18 teams competing for the league’s automatic NCAA Tournament bid, improved seeding, and...
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Charlotte FC will look for a lift from the hometown faithful after a sluggish start to the season
By Billy McGee March 4, 2026 Photo: Kurt Shackelford / CLTure After a shaky start to the 2026 MLS regular season — settling for a 1-1 draw against St. Louis City and falling 3-0 to the LA Galaxy — Charlotte FC will look to regain...
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