CHARLOTTE (CHARLOTTE SPORTS LIVE) -- If you had to pick a “buzz” word from Jeff Peterson’s introductory press conference as the new Hornets Executive VP of Basketball Operations, it would be 'premier.' Peterson said it numerous times and this is what he meant: He doesn’t want to just be good. He wants to be great. “I have all the confidence in the world that we will get … [Read more...] about ‘We will get there’: Hornets introduce new VP of Basketball Operations
Panthers fans will pay more for ticket prices in 2024 following disappointing season
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) -- Coming off of a two-win season, Panthers fans will pay more for season and individual tickets this year. Panthers officials say the team is following a league-wide trend of increasing ticket prices. Some fans say they don't mind paying more but they want to see the team win games. Charlotte would lose ownership in Hornets … [Read more...] about Panthers fans will pay more for ticket prices in 2024 following disappointing season
Charlotte FC forward makes MLS history with debut at 16
CHARLOTTE (CHARLOTTE SPORTS LIVE) -- Just two days after turning 16, Nimfasha Berchimas became the ninth youngest player to debut in the MLS. A moment so big, that even a week later it's still hard to put into words. "Is this really happening?" He said with a grin on his face. Having been with Charlotte since he was 12 years old, Berchimas is the first Charlotte FC … [Read more...] about Charlotte FC forward makes MLS history with debut at 16
Panthers lay out plans for development surrounding uptown training facility
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) -- The Panthers have a new vision for their practice facility near Bank of America Stadium. A rezoning petition field Monday from Panthers Stadium LLC lays out plans to turn the property along South Cedar Street. The 11.9-acre property across the tracks from BofA has been home practice fields and already removed Atrium Health indoor … [Read more...] about Panthers lay out plans for development surrounding uptown training facility
Panthers put franchise tag on Burns
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) -- The Carolina Panthers tagged outside linebacker Brian Burns on Tuesday. Team officials say they put the non-exclusive franchise tag on the star defender just after 10:30 a.m. The 25-year-old is coming off an 8-sack season. The 2019 first-rounder has 46 sacks in five seasons and has been to two Pro Bowls. He's one of just five … [Read more...] about Panthers put franchise tag on Burns