The More Sports Now Podcast

More Sports Now

About

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.

Don’t miss a thing: Subscribe to the More Sports Now Podcast and keep up on all our latest shows.

Available on

Community

679 episodes

Jersey Hardwood - Episode #13

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.

24m
Mar 25, 2024
Jersey Hardwood - Episode #12

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!

20m
Mar 10, 2024
Jersey Hardwood - Episode #11

John and Steve run the numbers on Rutgers and Seton Halls chances for a tournament bid. Rutgers behind Jeremiah Williams are making a push. Seton Hall just needs to stay the course. Listen up!

20m
Feb 17, 2024
Jersey Hardwood - Episode #10

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!

28m
Feb 10, 2024
Jersey Hardwood - Episode #9

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

31m
Feb 07, 2024
Jersey Hardwood - Episode #8

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.

17m
Feb 03, 2024
Jersey Hardwood - Episode #7

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!

16m
Jan 27, 2024
Jersey Hardwood - Episode #6

John and Steve talk Jersey Hoops! Rutgers with a huge comeback at home vs Nebraska perks up the fanbase while Seton Hall continues their impressive run.

24m
Jan 20, 2024
Jersey Hardwood - Episode #5

Matt and Steve discuss The rise of the Pirates who are in first place in the Big East. Plus Rutgers stops the bleeding with a much needed home win against Indiana.

24m
Jan 12, 2024
Jersey Hardwood - Episode #4

Steve and John talk local Jersey Basketball as Rutgers and Seton hall begin conference play. Listen up!

23m
Jan 06, 2024
Jersey Hardwood - Episode #3

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!

21m
Dec 22, 2023
Jersey Hardwood - Episode #2

A nice week for Rutgers! Top Jersey recruit, Dylan harper commits to the program and they out last Seton Hall in the Garden State Hardwood Classic. We breakdown the big game and discuss the road ahead.

35m
Dec 15, 2023
RU Review - Episode #14 - Bowl Preview

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!

33m
Dec 14, 2023
Jersey Hardwood - Episode #1

A new season starts. Rutgers and Seton Hall clash in the Garden State Hardwood Classic at the Rock. John and Steve discuss the new look of both programs ahead of the annual Jersey battle.

43m
Dec 06, 2023
RU Review - Episode #13 - Regular Season End

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!

21m
Nov 28, 2023
RU Review - Episode #12 - Maryland

We discuss another second half struggle against Penn State. Rutgers now needs to regroup at home and figure out a way to stay competitive with Maryland.

26m
Nov 22, 2023
RU Review- Episode #11 - Iowa

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!

18m
Nov 09, 2023
RUR - Episode #10 - Ohio State

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

25m
Nov 02, 2023
RU Review - Episode #9 - Bye Week

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!

17m
Oct 28, 2023
RU Review - Episode #8 - Indiana

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

19m
Oct 19, 2023
RUR Episode #7

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.

23m
Oct 12, 2023
RU Review - Episode #6 - Wisconsin

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.

24m
Oct 06, 2023
RU Review - Epiosde #5

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

20m
Sep 27, 2023
RU Review - Episode #4 - Michigan

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!

23m
Sep 22, 2023
RU Review - Episode #3 - Va Tech

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

24m
Sep 15, 2023
RU Review - Episode #2 - Temple

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

25m
Sep 08, 2023
RU Review - Episode #1 - Northwestern

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!

37m
Sep 01, 2023
Blue Line Brief - #13 - The Finals!

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

5m
Jun 06, 2023
Blueline Brief - Brief #12 - Devils rewind -Final is here!

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!

9m
May 26, 2023
Blue Line Brief - Brief #11 - Devils on the Brink

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.

9m
May 11, 2023