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On this episode of the Bryant Bulldog Sports Hour, we’re joined by three major guests across Bryant Athletics after a historic weekend for the Black and Gold.At 8:15, Women’s Basketball Head Coach Lynne-Ann Kokoski breaks down Bryant’s dominant 77–48 win over Stonehill, a victory that moves the Bulldogs to 6–0—tying the best start in program history. She discusses Nia Scott’s America East Co-Player of the Week performance, the team’s explosive second halves, and the depth driving this undefeated run.At 8:30, Head Football Coach Chris Merritt recaps the matchup with Stony Brook, highlights senior standouts Elijah Elliott and Michael Otty, and reflects on the resiliency, milestones, and foundation-setting moments that defined this year’s team.At 8:45, Men’s Soccer standout Muslim Umar joins us following Bryant’s first-ever NCAA Tournament victory. Umar walks us through the game-winning moment, shares his pride in delivering a historic win, and previews the Bulldogs’ upcoming NCAA Tournament matchup with Saint Louis.Big night on the Bryant Bulldog Sports Hour! 🐾

On this episode of DTW, Brian Kostiw is joined alongside by special guest Carter Santos to discuss New England Patriots recent success and the ceiling for the team. We also discussed the potential for an MLB lockout and salary cap coming in 2027 and the latest with Bryant Athletics.

Thank You to Carter for coming on the show. Tune in Now!

On this episode of the Bryant Bulldog Sports Hour, we’re joined by three standout guests across Bryant Athletics as multiple programs head into postseason play. We open after the first break with women’s volleyball middle blocker Brookelyn Talmadge, who previews the Bulldogs’ trip to Baltimore for the 2025 America East Championship Tournament and breaks down how the team is preparing for the weekend.

At 8:30, Head Football Coach Chris Merritt stops by to recap last Saturday’s matchup against UNH and provide insight heading into the season finale. In our final segment, Abdel Talabi from Bryant Men’s Soccer joins the show to give the latest on the Bulldogs as they gear up for the NCAA Tournament this weekend.

Tune in for a packed night of playoff previews, coach insights, and everything happening around the Black and Gold.

On this week’s episode of The Bryant Bulldogs Sports Hour on 990 WBOB, Brian Kostiw and Tom Harkness bring you a jam-packed show covering all things Bryant Athletics!

🏀 Head Men’s Basketball Coach Jamion Christian joins the show to preview Wednesday’s home opener against Dartmouth.

🏀 Nia Scott stops by to discuss Bryant Women’s Basketball’s 2-0 start and Tuesday’s matchup with Marist.

🏈 Head Football Coach Chris Merritt breaks down the Bulldogs’ first CAA win and the details from Albany.

⚽ Head Men’s Soccer Coach Ruben Resendes previews Bryant’s America East Semifinal showdown on Wednesday.

Tune in for interviews, insights, and everything you need to know about the Black and Gold!

On a special extended edition of the Bryant Bulldog Sports Hour, hosts Brian Kostiw and Matt Carvalho cover all things Black and Gold following a packed week in Bryant Athletics.

The show opens with reactions to Opening Day for both Bryant Men’s and Women’s Basketball, followed by Head Football Coach Chris Merritt, who joins to recap Saturday’s matchup with Monmouth and preview the Bulldogs’ upcoming trip to UAlbany — their first game outside Rhode Island since September 20.

Next, Head Women’s Soccer Coach Andy Biggs calls in to break down his team’s America East Quarterfinal win over UMass Lowell and to preview their upcoming semifinal against Vermont. The first hour closes with Head Women’s Basketball Coach Lynne-Ann Kokoski, who shares immediate thoughts on her team’s 71–50 win over CCSU and looks ahead to Friday’s meeting with Cornell.

In hour two, Brian and Matt give their first impressions of the Bryant Men’s Basketball and start of the Jamion Christian Era  before being joined by Coach Christian himself to discuss the season opener and upcoming the team’s clash with Georgia Tech. The show wraps up with fan calls and final reactions to both men’s and women’s basketball games.

🎙️ On this episode of DTW  host Brian Kostiw is joined by Vault Network Contributor and the host of the Big Man Off Campus Radio Show Tom Harkness to recap Big East Media Day and dive into major college hoops headlines including, Bryce Hopkins’ move to St. John’s, Phil Martelli Jr. 's VCU Rams, the state of URI Basketball and a look ahead at Bryant’s future under Jamion Christian.

⏱️ Later (57:47): St. Bonaventure Assistant Coach Nick Schmidt joins the show to reflect on Bryant’s March Madness run, his return to Olean, and  preview the Bonnies’ upcoming season.

Brian Kostiw and Matthew Carvalho open the show breaking down Bryant Men’s Soccer’s recent matchup with Vermont and teasing a two-hour NCAA Basketball Opening Day special!

🏐 Head Volleyball Coach Theresa Garlacy joins to reflect on Bryant Volleyball’s 50th Anniversary Weekend and discuss the development of key players Arianna Ugolini and Claudia Camacho-Castro.

🏈 Head Football Coach Chris Merritt stops by to recap the game vs. URI and preview this weekend’s matchup with Monmouth on Family & Friends Weekend.

👟Head Cross Country Coach Maggie Fox closes the show previewing the upcoming America East Championships and highlighting her team’s top contributors.

🎧 Big thank you to Coaches Garlacy, Merritt, and Fox for joining us!

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On this episode of DTW, Celtics Blogger Ian Inangelo joins us to preview the Boston Celtics season opener and give his expectations for the 2025-26 season. 

We also touched on the New England Patriots win over the Tennessee Titans this past weekend, the rise of Drake Maye, and where the Pats fit in the AFC Playoff picture. 

Special thanks to Ian for coming on the show! Enjoy the listen.

On the latest installment of the Bryant Bulldog Sports Hour, Brian Kostiw and Matt Carvalho open discussing the America East men's and women's basketball preseason poll.

9:30 Selena Negron from Women's Soccer breaks down the 2025 regular season.

18:00 Head Football coach Chris Merritt previews the team's upcoming road matchup against URI.

32:30 Quincy Allen from Men's Basketball looks ahead to the 2025-26 season and discusses his college basketball journey.

On the latest installment of the Bryant Bulldog Sports Hour, we open discussing Bryant Men’s Soccer who currently sits at to No. 3 (No. 1 in Top Drawer Soccer)  nationally after a dominant 5–0 win over UAlbany, extending the nation’s longest winning streak. We break down the victory and look ahead to a challenging stretch against Brown, No. 9 Princeton, and No. 2 Vermont.

Later, Men’s Basketball veteran Aaron Davis joins the show to talk about navigating coaching changes, team identity, and personal growth heading into the season.

Then, Football Head Coach Chris Merritt recaps the Brown game, reacts to Jon Gruden’s Bryant shoutout, and previews the bye week before URI.

We close with Jaida Guerra from Women’s Basketball, who shares her early experiences in Smithfield and what drew her to Bryant.