Join Coach Banghart and Carolina Women's Basketball play-by-play voice and host Matt Krause for the Feb. 20, 2024 edition of Holding Court with Courtney Banghart, presented by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina!

On this show, the pair recaps Carolina's hard-fought wins over Pitt and Wake Forest, two victories that pushed Carolina to 9-5 in the ACC. Plus, a deep dive into Alyssa Ustby's shift to the guard spot as the Tar Heels juggle lineups to counter injury fatigue. Coach shares her thoughts on last week's guests, Anya Poole and Ali Zelaya, and their progress as Tar Heels through their careers. Another smorgasbord of listener questions ensues, plus a look ahead to Carolina's matchups with NC State and Virginia Tech this week.

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Join Carolina Women's Basketball play-by-play voice and host Matt Krause for the Feb. 13, 2024 edition of Holding Court with Courtney Banghart, presented by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina!

On this special edition of the show, Carolina seniors Anya Poole and Ali Zelaya fill in for Coach. Poole discusses embracing her role of coming off of the Tar Heels' bench this season, and what it takes to be successful in the mindset of a reserve player when her number is called. Poole also recalls her youth soccer playing days and how the two sports compare, while also looking ahead to her future career in nursing. Then, Zelaya talks about her relationship with Poole on and off the court and why she wears the number zero. Plus, environmental science, art, and more. You don't want to miss this episode!

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Join Coach Banghart and Carolina Women's Basketball play-by-play voice and host Matt Krause for the Feb. 6, 2024 edition of Holding Court with Courtney Banghart, presented by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina!

On this week's show, Coach Banghart recaps the pair of hard fought losses against No. 5 NC State and No. 17 Virginia Tech. Then, an in-depth discussion on the Play4Kay game, its impact on women and women's cancers everywhere, and Coach's relationship with the late Kay Yow. Listener questions deal with player skillsets and the usage of the Tar Heels' bye week. Lastly, a look ahead to Sunday's showdown with Duke.

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Join Coach Banghart and Carolina Women's Basketball play-by-play voice and host Matt Krause for the Jan. 30, 2024 edition of Holding Court with Courtney Banghart, presented by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina!

On this episode of the show, Coach reflects on a hard-fought home win against 2023 Elite Eight participant Miami, Carolina's seventh victory in conference play. She talks about handling Miami's physicality and withstanding the Hurricanes' three-point barrage en route to the win. After a quick recap of Sunday's loss at Virginia, a slew of listener questions cover topics from scoring by quarter disparities to in-game celebrations to supporting the men's team. Coach shares her experience talking with the Women Leaders in College Sports group in Kansas City and the importance of having family with her as a coaching mom. Lastly, a look ahead to big rivalry matchups with NC State and Virginia Tech.

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Join Coach Banghart and Carolina Women's Basketball play-by-play voice and host Matt Krause for the Jan. 23, 2024 edition of Holding Court with Courtney Banghart, presented by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina!

On this edition of the show, Coach Banghart looks back at a memorable win over No. 13 Louisville at Carmichael Arena in front of a crowd of more than 6,000 fans on Sunday. She recaps Carolina's successful control of the physicality of the game and awareness of the scouting report in the Tar Heels' third Top 25 win of January. Plus, a quick look back at the win over Georgia Tech on Thursday in Atlanta. Then, listener questions include handling the "hunted" mindset atop the ACC, how to interact with referees, and more. Coach tells us about what she sees watching a men's game as a fan, and her "new" coaching role...in her driveway. Lastly, a quick look ahead to games this week against Miami and Virginia.

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Join Coach Banghart and Carolina Women's Basketball play-by-play voice and host Matt Krause for the Jan. 16, 2024 edition of Holding Court with Courtney Banghart, presented by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina!

On this edition of the show, Coach Banghart reflects on an eventful and memorable Alumni Weekend that saw a reunion of the 1994 National Championship team, nearly 100 former players return to Carmichael, and a victory by the current Tar Heel team. Banghart shares how her team was able to take down Virginia in front of the alumni - from a strong defensive fourth quarter to an improved performance at the free throw line, plus impressive individual efforts from Deja Kelly and Alyssa Ustby. Next, Coach answers listener questions covering topics such as roster management and the rhythm of ACC play. Lastly, a look ahead to games with Georgia Tech and Louisville.

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Join Coach Banghart and Carolina Women's Basketball play-by-play voice and host Matt Krause for the Jan. 9, 2024 edition of Holding Court with Courtney Banghart, presented by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina!

On this edition of the show, Coach recaps the Tar Heels' 2-0 week and 3-0 ACC start, including Alyssa Ustby's historic triple-double against Syracuse. Banghart discusses Indya Nivar's growth, and how the sophomore was critical in Carolina's win at No. 16 Notre Dame, especially in the aftermath of Kayla McPherson's announcement that she would miss the rest of the season. As WBCA president, Banghart shares the impact of the ESPN and NCAA television contract renewal announcement. Plus, listener questions cover everything from Coach's gameday routine to players' leg sleeves and beyond. Lastly, a brief preview of Thursday's game with Florida State and the upcoming Alumni Weekend.

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Join Carolina Women's Basketball play-by-play voice and host Matt Krause for the Dec. 29, 2023 edition of Holding Court with Courtney Banghart, presented by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina!

On this special edition of the show, Carolina women's basketball student managers Mattie Beck, Matthew Greene, and Caroline Harvey stop by to share more on their daily routine as a manager, as well as their motivation and interest in taking the role with the program. Plus, how being a manager will help their post-college goals, other fun facts, and their affinity for Chick-fil-A.

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Join Carolina Women's Basketball play-by-play voice and host Matt Krause for the Dec. 21, 2023 edition of Holding Court with Courtney Banghart, presented by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina!

On this special edition of the show, Carolina Director of Scouting and Video Operations/Assistant Coach Daniel Metzelfeld joins the show to discuss his role on the program's coaching staff, his basketball background, and what drew him back to Carolina for the second time in his career. Plus, the emotions of facing his former team in just his second game at UNC, an overview of the scouting process, and more.

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Join Carolina Women's Basketball play-by-play voice and host Matt Krause for the Dec. 15, 2023 edition of Holding Court with Courtney Banghart, presented by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina!

On this special interview episode, Matt interviews former Tar Heel player and current Assistant Director of Recruiting & Video Operations Jaelynn Murray. They talk about what Murray's role entails, how she was drawn to return to the women's basketball staff, and her time at the Rams Club as an intern. Then, Jaelynn discusses effective recruiting pitches for perspective players, her role as unofficial team hairstylist, and more.

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