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Season Preview: After a rough preseason for the Charlotte Hornets (both on and off the court) there is still optimism
By Chase Whitney October 22, 2023 Photo: Erik Verduzco / AP The Charlotte Hornets have had a rough preseason. Injuries, off-court situations, and a 28-point loss in the finale took the wind out of the team’s sails after a win and two close losses. The...
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Charlotte soccer fans got what they wished for as The Crown make the playoffs after defeating Messi-led Inter Miami
By Cameron Lee October 22, 2023 Photo: Kurt Shackelford / CLTure It was everything the Queen City hoped for when the week started. Charlotte FC entered the week ranked 12th in the MLS Eastern Conference standings with a chance to earn their first playoff berth...
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Charlotte 49ers’ head coach Biff Poggi intends to make an impact far beyond the football field
By Hunter Bailey October 12, 2023 Biff Poggi, a multi-millionaire hedge fund manager turned college football head coach, has big plans for the Charlotte 49ers’ football program. Diving into Poggi’s vision requires a look at his diverse background, ranging from finance and education to playing...
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Charlotte Hornets history exhibit ‘Hive at 35’ will display memorabilia dating back to inaugural season
By Cameron Lee October 5, 2023 (updated) The Charlotte Hornets are celebrating their 35th anniversary this season. With a new ownership group now intact, along with LaMelo Ball signed to a multi-year deal, there is renewed hope for the fan base. For Charlotteans who have...
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The Charlotte Hornets prepare for the 2023-24 season healthy and talented as ever
By Chase Whitney October 4, 2023 Photo: Nell Redmond / AP The wait is finally over. Charlotte Hornets basketball is officially back. Following Monday’s media day, the Hornets took the court the next morning for the first official practice of the 2023-24 season. Training camp...
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Panthers 2023 Season Preview: Patience and Progression are Key for Young team this season
By Zach Goins September 6, 2023 The 2023 NFL season is right around the corner, and there’s a whole new energy in the Carolinas. After three-ish years under former head coach Matt Rhule, the organization cleared house this offseason. The Panthers brought in a brand...
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The Charlotte Checkers have unveiled a new jersey and ticket details for their first-ever outdoor hockey game
By CLTure September 5, 2023 The Charlotte Checkers have unveiled the official jerseys and merchandise for their first-ever outdoor hockey game at Truist Field in uptown Charlotte against the Rochester Americans on Saturday, January 13. Following the first professional outdoor NHL hockey game in North...
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Undrafted North Carolina A&T rookie Ricky Lee and Charlotte native Emanuel Wilson make NFL rosters
By Cameron Lee August 31, 2023 (updated) Photo: Alex Cason / CLTure As the NFL regular season approaches, the Carolina Panthers cut down their roster to 53 players as required by the NFL’s August 29 deadline. One of those players who made the cut was...
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The Hornets are bringing back the 1997-2002 Baron Davis, Master P era uniforms this season
By CLTure August 23, 2023 (updated) The Charlotte Hornets have announced the return of the classic 1997-2002 uniforms to celebrate the 35th anniversary of the franchise’s inaugural season. The second-generation uniforms also represent the most successful stretch in franchise history with the team reaching the...
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Charlotte Hornets Offseason Report: Hornets exercise patience with new ownership transition
By Chase Whitney August 20, 2023 Photo: Nell Redmond / AP The offseason has all but came and went. Apart from any potential blockbuster trades, there are very few pieces left in the NBA offseason puzzle. The dog days of summer are officially upon us....
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