The Seahawks are 2-0 and we've got a quick look back at the opening week before previews on USC Upstate and the big trip to Kansas.We touched on:- Donovan Newby's career-high 33 point effort- Noah Ross changing the game with his energy- Creating opportunities for Khamari- Elijah Jamison making a late impact- Established emotional, vocal leadership-…

Our good buddy Brian Mull quite literally wrote the book on the CAA this season, so he was kind enough to give us a good hour of his time, breaking down the league.- How will Charleston change under Chris Mack?- Who are Hofstra's new Create-a-Scorer guards?- Plenty to like about in-state rivals A&T, Campbell, and Elon!- Who might emerge from the bi…

We're joined by fifth-year UNCW coach Takayo Siddle to preview the 2024-25 season, starting with the transfer portal decisions in March 2024 through Tuesday night's exhibition win over Fayetteville State. Enjoy!The Seahawk Perch által

We're talking a lot about media days for the UNCW men's and women's basketball programs, and a little about the portion of practice we got to watch last Thursday.First, we share our initial impressions on meeting newcomers + returners for a women's basketball team poised to take a leap in the second year under Coach Nicole Woods.Next, we dive into …

The schedule is set and preseason predictions are starting to pop up, so it's time to roll out the mics and shake out the cobwebs!The Seahawk Perch által

Before Ashley Wade led the UNCW softball program to its second CAA championship, she took the long road as both a player and assistant coach.In this week's episode, we'll get to know about a journey that included multiple transfers, a $4,000 salary and one long drive to Alva, Oklahoma. We'll touch on:- Arriving at UNCW at a crucial crossroads for t…

Hot Perch Summer is over, and it's time to get back to work. For our first episode of the 2024-25 season, we're talking to Athletic Director Mike Oblinger as he reflects on success and lessons from his first full year in Wilmington, as well as what's on the horizon for the Seahawks.Among the topics we covered:- Five more CAA championships in 2023-2…

As the Seahawks prepare to open the Athens Regional on Friday night vs. Georgia Tech, Coach Randy Hood and closer Luke Craig join us to reflect on the season and what it will take for UNCW to break through a challenging weekend.The outro song is Jayson Arendt's new single, "Like a Small Town". Check it out wherever you download music or listen on Y…

For this week's show, we welcomed new Seahawk Sean Moore!You might remember Sean from scoring a career-high 19 points to lead FDU to one of the all-time stunners in college hoops history vs. Purdue.After hitting the portal as a grad transfer a few weeks back, UNCW instantly made him a priority and brough him in for a visit on the first weekend.Sean…

We're thrilled to have Coach Nicole Woods sit down for a great conversation looking back on her first season leading the UNCW women's basketball program, and the work they're already putting into build for 2024-25.We went all the way back to her childhood in Gastonia, summers on a farm in Reidsville and how her competitive spirit was developed play…

A refreshingly honest conversation with UNCW basketball coach Takayo Siddle looking back on the highs and lows of the 2023-24 season, looking ahead to the portal and where the program stands. Also, a little clarification on his offensive and defensive systems and the excitement of watching his mentor Kevin Keatts and NC State pull off the impossibl…

We’re back, and so is Brian Mull back to wrap up the regular season for UNCW and preview what’s to come in the CAA Tournament in both the big picture and specifically along the Seahawks’ path.We’ll have a postgame podcast for each of UNCW’s games in the tournament, so keep an eye out for our content!…

Turns out, the season will continue on Thursday night after all!No doubt, Saturday night was a rough one, but your resident optimists are here to break down what was a strange week for the Seahawks, including one of the more stunning losses we've dealt with lately.Topics in this episode include:- Where did things get weird vs. Elon?- Zone defenses …

We've got a special Perchcast coming your way!Ladies and gentlemen: The Sophomore Sensations, The Dynamic Duo, The Brothers ... Noah Ross and Nolan Hodge joined us to cover anything and everything UNCW basketball.During the conversation, we touched on:- Their paths to UNCW and committing on the same day.- Making the high school to college hoops adj…

It’s gameday, and we’ve got a new episode of Perchcast to catch up on the wins over Charleston and Campbell, as well as a look ahead to tonight’s first-place showdown with Drexel. Here’s what we touched on for this week:A grown-man win at Charleston! Donovan Newby is making shots, and you know we’re fired up!UNCW’s depth showed up last week, and wh…

After a 10-day hiatus, rivalry week is back!With UNCW set to visit Charleston and the CAA schedule reaching the midpoint, we thought it was high time to bring Friend of the Perch Brian Mull back for another conversation.(Unfortunately, the audio cut out at several points during excellent answers from Brian.)In this week’s episode, we discussed:The …

After an incredible Saturday night in Trask Coliseum, we asked WWAY Sports Director Jake Eichstaedt to join us to give his perspective on UNCW’s victory over Charleston and the atmosphere and hype surrounding the rivalry.In addition, we covered Thursday night’s visit to Northeastern + Saturday’s trip to Stony Brook.Among the other topics we discuss…

In this super special *air horns* edition of Perchcast, we discussed one of the more bizarre basketball games we’ve seen UNCW play in recent years, then jumped into Saturday’s big rivalry matchup with Charleston.So much to discuss, including:— Trazarien White’s incredible night (31 points, 11 rebounds, 6 assists)— BLACK ALTERNATE UNIFORMS ARE BEAUT…

It’s gameday for the Seahawks, as UNCW heads west to visit in-state rival Elon tonight at Schar Center. This is the first of two Perchcast episodes we’ll have this week, focused on last week’s victories over Monmouth and Delaware, then previewing what to expect tonight vs. the Phoenix.We’ll have an Elon review/Charleston preview ready for your enjo…

A return to Trask Coliseum couldn't have come at a better time for the Seahawks after a surprising 0-2 start in CAA play.This week, Bill and Brant break down what happened on the frustrating two-game run at Drexel and Towson and whether we should be worried about UNCW's long-range prospects. (Hint: probably not so much.)Also, they touch on: - The C…

With league play tipping off around the CAA this week, we had to invite Brian Mull on for his first episode of the year.First, we break down UNCW's loss to Arkansas to wrap up the nonconference slate, and what the Seahawks should take from their 9-3 run in November and December.From there, we dive into every level of #CAAHoops, from title contender…

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays, Seahawks!We've got a treat for you as Athletic Director Mike Oblinger gave us a full hour to review his first eight months on the job, facilities priorities, his first coaching hire, conference realignment, media rights and so much more!Also, you'll find out about Mike's proudest moment as a dad, which podcasts (…

The Seahawks took care of business against an overmatched Montreat team on Sunday, and now, they'll head down to Statesboro to meet a Georgia Southern team with its back to the wall.Along with quick breakdowns on those games, the guys get into the details on Takayo Siddle's challenge to his bench, a few spots the Seahawks might see improvement in s…

Brett Blizzard knows what it's like to be part of a UNCW team that is the talk of the college hoops world thanks to 2002 NCAA Tournament victory over USC.Listen in for his perspective on what the Seahawks are experiencing after their historic upset of Kentucky, as well as his reflections from the first glory days of UNCW basketball.Also, you'll hea…

UNCW just pulled off its greatest regular-season win in program history, knocking off a ranked opponent on the road for the first time. And it just happened to be the program with the greatest tradition in college hoops.Bill, Hunter and Brant break down the Seahawks' incredible gameplan, a huge night for Trazarien White and what this win means for …

A little long, but that's because there's a lot to learn about UNCW play-by-play man Mike Vaccaro!We start by reviewing the Fort Myers trip in detail, including Mike's unique courtside perspective and spending time with the team. After a quick preview of ECU, the conversation turns toward Mike's reflections on his career, from his time as a student…

In a matter of 24 hours, the Seahawks got the full Florida experience — a truly magical day in a beautiful place (Murray State) followed by something so incredibly strange (Appalachian State) that the headline seemed like a typo. With the Fort Myers Tip-Off behind us and a matchup with Florida Gulf Coast to come on Saturday, Bill and Brant touch on…

With the Seahawks off to a 3-0 start, Bill and Brant get into UNCW's ridiculous offensive firepower last week, plus a look ahead to what awaits in Fort Myers. They'll also touch on:- Donovan Newby's value beyond the box score.- Microwave scorer Nolan Hodge.- Shykeim Phillips will be your CAA Defensive Player of the Year- Eric Van Der Heijden is bac…

Perchcast is back for the 2023-24 men's basketball season! In our return episode, Uncle Bill and Brant discuss UNCW's season-opening win over Mount Olive, what KJ Jenkins means to the Seahawks and the wealth of offensive talent on the roster.Then, it's time to look ahead to Saturday's matchup with Big South favorite UNC Asheville and dynamic scorer…

Kyle and I had been talking about starting a podcast for a while, so we figured the big 'Run it Back' announcement would be a good time for the revival.In this episode, we hit a quick rundown on the 2022-23 basketball season, what the return of Amari Kelly (and almost all of his teammates) means for the Seahawks next season.Also, we touch on the tr…

UNCW Baseball Coach Randy Hood stops by to preview the 2022 Seahawks, which feature several key returners while breaking in a new pitching staff.The Seahawk Perch által

With one week until the regular season tips of, college hoops writer and all-around good guy Brian Mull joins the podcast to talk UNCW basketball.The Seahawk Perch által

Bobby Guntoro's swimming journey began in Bali before he committed to UNCW without ever visiting campus.During his time in Wilmington, he fell in love with the program, the school and city while helping the Seahawks win four conference titles.Now, a decade later, he's trying to restore the program to the success it experienced under his mentor, the…

In this edition of Perchcast, we're joined by 1989 CAA Player of the year Trent Mongero, and his son, Taber Mongero, who we'd love to see become the 2022 CAA Player of the Year.Taber, after winning a high school championship on his father's team, began his college career elsewhere before fulfilling his dream of becoming a Seahawk. We discussed the …

Things have been anything but normal for UNCW baseball coach since the start of his first season leading the program in 2020.He stopped by the show to talk about how the Seahawks have adjusted over the past 12 months, recruiting via Zoom and the winning tradition and culture he hopes to uphold in Wilmington.Hood also talks about his path from Campb…

Live from Wilmington, it's Tuesday night. After too many wings, Mike and Brant discuss baseball's sudden struggles after losing three of four and probably spend too much time nitpicking a 12-6 season.In better news, Devontae Cacok earned his first NBA start on Tuesday, but Frank Vogel still refused to let him flourish. Identifying Cacok as a little…

Mike returned from watching #ProHawks to catch the sweep of App State while Brant made his first Brooks Field trip of the season and both went home feeling pretty good about the Hawks. Brant's wife, Lauren, went home feeling good about PT's fries.A look at ECU and what these midweek games mean for UNCW this season, and finally, a discussion of what…

Adversity was the theme of the weekend at Brooks Field and Trask Coliseum with varying levels of success.Baseball fought back from a tough loss to win two hard-fought games as the bats came alive, while basketball fought back from an early hole to lose in excruciating fashion.Still, the return of Shykeim Phillips makes UNCW a team no one wants to s…

Welcome to Perchcast, a podcast discussion of UNCW sports!In this week's debut episode, hosts Michael Barnes and Brant Wilkerson-New go in-depth on baseball's opening weekend sweep, why this team is set up for postseason success and what they're looking for vs. Western Carolina.Plus, a quick discussion of the basketball season as the Seahawks retur…