The More Sports Now Podcast

866 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 5 ratings

There’s no such thing as the off season for the More Sports Now podcast crew, covering your favorite local teams on both sides of the Hudson.

Tune in as sports fans Steve Tichenor and John McAleavey, whose passion for the games is only rivaled by the size of their opinions, dive deep into New York and New Jersey sports news. They are joined by co-host and longtime sportscaster Matt Loughlin, the current radio play-by-play announcer for the New Jersey Devils, whose previous work has also covered the Nets and the Mets.

From our central Jersey studio, we offer several seasonal and year-round podcasts! For an in-depth recap of the top local sports stories, check out the More Sports Now Podcast. Want your sports recaps short? Tune into The Brief, a one-minute rundown of the hot topic of the day. If you can’t get enough of Rutgers Football, the weekly in-season podcast, The RU Review, is for you. The Hudson Huddle keeps on top of the Jets and Giants, and local college basketball takes center court with The Jersey Hardwood, November through March. Finally, get your Yankees and Mets fix with Chin Music, April through October.

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Episodes

Jersey Hardwood - Episode #13

March 25, 2024 23:21 - 24 minutes - 56.2 MB

Matt Loughlin returns to the show to discuss the Seton Hall snub and the run in the NIT. We discuss Rutgers very active portal and what the future may bring.

Jersey Hardwood - Episode #12

March 10, 2024 01:04 - 20 minutes - 45.9 MB

Rutgers struggles down the stretch. Going into senior day we look at who stays and who goes. Seton Hall closes out a solid conference schedule and looks good for a tournament bid. Listen up!

Jersey Hardwood - Episode #10

February 10, 2024 00:07 - 28 minutes - 65.5 MB

Matt Loughlin returns to the show. We talk about Seton Hall's rise in the Big East and tournament chances. Also Rutgers has a new look with late season additions. Is it too late? Listen up!

Jersey Hardwood - Episode #9

February 07, 2024 22:15 - 31 minutes - 72.2 MB

John and Steve discuss Rutgers improbable revival on the road and Seton Hall is back in action after a long rest.

Jersey Hardwood - Episode #8

February 03, 2024 04:33 - 17 minutes - 39.5 MB

Rutgers implodes at home and now fights to stay out of the Big 10 basement. Seton Hall rights the ships in Chicago to remain in the top half of the Big East.

Jersey Hardwood - Episode #7

January 27, 2024 01:35 - 16 minutes - 37 MB

Rutgers gets a long needed break ahead of their showdown with Purdue at JMA. Seton Hall drops their last two and goes on the road where things won't get any easier. Also we update the other Jersey college teams! Listen up!

Jersey Hardwood - Episode #3

December 22, 2023 13:26 - 21 minutes - 49.6 MB

Matt and Steve discuss the state of Seton Hall and Rutgers as conference play begins. Hours later Seton Hall stuns #5 UConn at the Rock!

RU Review - Episode #14 - Bowl Preview

December 14, 2023 03:42 - 33 minutes - 76.4 MB

We discuss the match up in the Bronx with the Hurricanes. Who's in, who's out and who has the edge. We also have a look the CFP and other key match ups. Listen Up!

RU Review - Episode #13 - Regular Season End

November 28, 2023 22:26 - 21 minutes - 49.8 MB

Despite a tough season ending loss Rutgers will go to a bowl! Matt and Steve talk about the struggles with Maryland and the progress of the program. Listen up!

RU Review- Episode #11 - Iowa

November 09, 2023 07:43 - 18 minutes - 41.8 MB

Rutgers comes up short at home to Ohio State but finally shows some grit against the Buckeyes. Can they get that 7th win on the road in Iowa? Listen Up!

RUR - Episode #10 - Ohio State

November 02, 2023 01:04 - 25 minutes - 58 MB

Bob and Steve discuss Rutgers earning bowl eligibility and if this the year they give the Buckeyes a game. Listen up!

RU Review - Episode #9 - Bye Week

October 28, 2023 00:34 - 17 minutes - 40 MB

At 6 wins Rutgers is Bowl Eligible. Matt and Steve talk about what this means for the program and how RU keeps the momentum going. Listen up!

RU Review - Episode #8 - Indiana

October 19, 2023 14:15 - 19 minutes - 45.4 MB

Matt and Steve review Rutgers incredible 4th quarter comeback! Can they seal the deal and become bowl eligible in Indiana? Listen up!

RUR Episode #7

October 12, 2023 11:18 - 23 minutes - 52.8 MB

Rutgers plays hard on the road but comes up short. We discuss the tough loss in Madison and preview the big homecoming game against Michigan State.

RU Review - Episode #6 - Wisconsin

October 06, 2023 01:16 - 24 minutes - 55.2 MB

Rutgers goes 4-1 in September but the road is going to get a lot tougher starting in Wisconsin. Steve and Matt preview the game and discuss Rutgers bowl chances heading into the second half of the season.

RU Review - Epiosde #5

September 27, 2023 14:43 - 20 minutes - 47.3 MB

Rutgers battles Michigan on the road. We look back on their first loss of the season and discuss the tough road ahead after Wagner.

RU Review - Episode #4 - Michigan

September 22, 2023 02:30 - 23 minutes - 53.7 MB

So far so good! Rutgers 3-0! Matt and Steve break down Saturday's win and preview the big trip to Ann Arbor! Listen Up!

RU Review - Episode #3 - Va Tech

September 15, 2023 21:30 - 24 minutes - 55.3 MB

Steve and Bob breakdown another impressive effort by RU. Will they continue to roll vs Virginia Tech? Listen Up!

RU Review - Episode #2 - Temple

September 08, 2023 01:00 - 25 minutes - 59.4 MB

Rutgers opens with a conference win! Matt and Steve break down the first week and look at the Saturday night match up with Temple.

RU Review - Episode #1 - Northwestern

September 01, 2023 21:00 - 37 minutes - 86.6 MB

Steve and Bob preview Rutgers season. Can Schiano lead Rutgers to a Bowl? We cover the good, the bad and preview this weeks opener at home against Northwestern. Listen Up!

Blue Line Brief - #13 - The Finals!

June 06, 2023 17:45 - 5 minutes - 11.7 MB

Vegas is out in front and they look unstoppable. Florida will regroup in Miami and see if they can claw back into this series. Matt gives his take! Listen Up! Photo: nhl.com

Blueline Brief - Brief #12 - Devils rewind -Final is here!

May 26, 2023 21:49 - 9 minutes - 21 MB

We catch up with Devils announcer Matt Loughlin! Devils review! They will be back! How are the Panthers doing it. Why Vegas is best in the west. Listen up!

Blue Line Brief - Brief #11 - Devils on the Brink

May 11, 2023 00:25 - 9 minutes - 22.1 MB

The Devils struggles against the Hurricanes continue. Matt Loughlin tells us what the problem is and if it can be fixed. Plus the Maple Leafs drop three to the Panthers and Toronto's breakthrough year looks like it's fading.

Blue Line Brief - Brief #10 - Devils Move On!

May 03, 2023 02:07 - 12 minutes - 29.1 MB

Devils outlast the Rangers! Can they keep it going in Carolina? What happened to the Bruins? Can this finally be the Maple Leafs year? Who's best in the west? We chat with Matt Loughlin and get his take on the playoffs! photo: DraftKings

Blue Line Brief #9 - Back to the Rock!

April 27, 2023 01:12 - 10 minutes - 25 MB

Back to the Rock! Devils tie up series and bring the momentum back home!.Game 5 could decide the series! Plus Islanders stay alive and the Leaf's look to end the LIghtning's rein. We get Matt's take. Listen up!

Blue Line Brief - Brief #8

April 23, 2023 17:12 - 8 minutes - 20.5 MB

The Devils with a huge OT win at the Garden to keep hopes alive with the Rangers. Can they keep the momentum going Monday night? Islanders with a much needed win on the Island. Can they slow down the Canes? The Leafs with an OT goal take the series lead on The Lightning. Can they end Tampa's reign in the East. We chat with the Devils Announcer Matt Loughlin? Listen Up! Photo: USA Today

Blue Line Brief - Brief #7 Playoffs!

April 17, 2023 23:54 - 9 minutes - 22 MB

The Playoffs are here and it's Devils Rangers round one!!! Can the Rangers keep up with the speedy Devils? Will the Devils lack of playoff experience show? Who has the Advantage in goal and do the Islanders have a chance as the 8th seed? We get the answers from Devils announcer, Matt Loughlin. Listen up!

Jersey Hardwood - Episode #12

March 31, 2023 22:24 - 29 minutes - 67.2 MB

Johnny Mac checks in! We discuss the future of Rutgers and Seton Hall heading into the off season. Plus a nice run by other NJ teams and a look at the Final 4. Listen Up!

Jersey Hardwood - Episode #11

March 24, 2023 22:49 - 21 minutes - 49.5 MB

A disappointing end for Rutgers and Seton Hall. We discuss what happened and what could've been. However, surprise upsets once again by Jersey teams with Princeton still alive! Listen up!

Blueline Brief - Brief #7

March 07, 2023 03:24 - 5 minutes - 12.3 MB

Big pickups for the local teams at the trade deadline. We talk to Matt Loughlin about who made out and what it means for the playoff run!

Jersey Hardwood Podcast - Episode #8

February 21, 2023 20:46 - 29 minutes - 67.3 MB

We're on the doorstep of March Madness? Rutgers stope the bleeding can they finish strong and help their seeding. Seton Hall goes home to take on #16 Xavier a win will be a big help for their tournament plans. Listen up!

Blueline Brief - Brief #6- All Star Break

February 01, 2023 23:47 - 9 minutes - 22.8 MB

We catch up with Matt at the All Star break. Will the Devils keep it going? Just how good are the Bruins and who would of thought the Kraken would be in first place? Listen up!

Jersey Hardwood - Episode #6

January 27, 2023 02:33 - 27 minutes - 64 MB

Rutgers dominates Penn State after tough road loss. Seton Hall's run ends with Marquette. Steve, Matt and John cover the local teams journey deep into their conference schedules. Listen Up! Sponsored by LG Insurance

Hudson Huddle - Show #18 - The End In Philly

January 26, 2023 17:51 - 17 minutes - 39.9 MB

The Giants surprising season comes to an end in Philly. We look at why they struggled with the Eagles and how to build on all the positives from this season. photo: bleeding green nation

Hudson Huddle - Show #18 - Giants Go To Philly!

January 19, 2023 01:06 - 15 minutes - 36.4 MB

Giants look super in upset of Vikings. Now it's on to face the mighty Eagles. Steve and John discuss the big win in Minny and Big Blue's chances in Philly. photo:InForum

Hudson Huddle - Episode #16

January 13, 2023 01:19 - 16 minutes - 38 MB

Steve and John break down Big Blue's first round game against the Vikings. Can Big Blue complete the upset after a near miss a few weeks ago? Listen Up!

Jersey Hardwood - Episode #5

January 10, 2023 02:41 - 24 minutes - 56.2 MB

Rutgers knocks off #1 Purdue for the second year in a row but falls short at home vs Iowa. We discuss what it will take to get back to the tournament again. Seton Hall got off to a rocky start in conference play but a favorable schedule coming up may help.

Hudson Huddle - Show #15- Giants make playoffs!

January 06, 2023 12:23 - 22 minutes - 51.5 MB

The Giants are in! Steve and John discuss Big Blues run to the playoffs after a long drought. Also, the Jets struggle to the finish line but the cupboard is far from bare.

Hudson Huddle - Show #14

December 30, 2022 00:19 - 18 minutes - 42.3 MB

Giants can secure a trip to the playoffs. with a win at home against the Colts. TheJets playoff picture looks bleak but they're still alive with a trip to Seattle.

Jersey Hardwood - Episode #4

December 23, 2022 14:44 - 15 minutes - 34.5 MB

Steve and John discuss Seton Hall's slow start in the Big East. Can they get it going in the new year? Rutgers bounces back with a strong performance against Wake Forest. Can they keep it up in conference play?

Blue Line Brief - Brief #5

December 19, 2022 23:34 - 5 minutes - 6.95 MB

We check in with Matt Loughlin and ask about the Devils recent struggles along with the surge from the usual beasts in the east. Listen up! photo: nhl.com

Hudson Huddle - Show #13

December 16, 2022 20:11 - 13 minutes - 32 MB

The Giants and Jets are struggling as of late. As both are in the playoff hunt we talk about their chance entering the holiday season. Listen up! Photo: Big Blue View

The Hudson Huddle - Show #12

December 08, 2022 17:40 - 16 minutes - 36.9 MB

The schedule gets tougher for New York football! The Giants squander chances late and settle for a tie. Now the Eagles come to town!! The Jets give their all in Minnesota but come up short. Now it's off to Buffalo. We cover New York football. Listen up!

Jersey Hardwood - Episode #2

December 07, 2022 17:02 - 30 minutes - 68.7 MB

We cover Rutgers huge win at home vs #10 Indiana. Seton Hall has a warm up game with Lincoln University and RU heads top Columbus before the two clash in the Annual Jersey Hardwood Classic. We cover it all right here!

Jersey Hardwood - Episode #1

December 03, 2022 01:44 - 22 minutes - 52 MB

We're back! Matt and Steve open up the Jersey Hardwood podcast and check in with Seton Hall and Rutgers. The Pirates are coming off a loss to mighty Kansas. Rutgers struggled in Miami. With the conference schedule looming can both teams get back on track? Listen up!

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The Thrill of Victory

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