The KnightShift Podcast

By Black and Gold Banneret

What's The KnightShift Podcast about?

Hear the latest from the world of UCF Athletics, for fans of the UCF Knights. Hosted by Jeff Sharon, Eric Lopez, Kyle Nash, and the crew from Black and Gold Banneret. Formerly known as the Black and Gold Banneret Podcast.

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The KnightShift Podcast episodes:

06.21.2024
Guest: Matt Murschel of the Orlando Sentinel
On this edition of KnightShift, Eric and Bryson are joined by Matt Murschel of the Orlando Sentinel to update everyone on UCF in the off-season, including Matt's discussions with Johnny Dawkins and Gus Malzahn. Then Eric and Bryson discuss Johnny Dawkins'...
06.04.2024
Baseball Falls in Tallahassee
On this edition of Knight Shift, Eric Lopez is joined by Bryson Turner from Tallahassee to recap the UCF Knights Baseball team's run to the NCAA Tallahassee Regional final, where their season ended at the hands of the host Florida...
05.28.2024
UCF Baseball NCAA Tournament Preview
On this special edition of KnightShift, Eric Lopez and Bryson Turner react to the UCF Knights Baseball team being selected to play in the NCAA Tournament. They discuss how UCF got selected, preview the Tallahassee Regional, and talk about UCF's chances...
05.21.2024
Big 12 Baseball Tournament Preview and Softball Recap
On this edition of KnightShift, Bryson and Eric start with a look ahead to UCF's first-ever Big 12 Baseball Tournament trip at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas, where the Knights are the 8th seed. We also hear from head...
05.16.2024
NCAA Softball Regional Preview w/Alex Powers
On this edition of KnightShift, Bryson Turner, Eric Lopez, Jake Ferraro, and newcomer (and photographer extraordinaire) Brenna Johnson are at the helm, and they start with the UCF Knights Softball team making it as an at-large to the NCAA Softball...
05.09.2024
Slight Change in the Schedule
On this edition of KnightShift, Kyle Nash and Bryson Turner close the book on the Men’s Tennis and Women’s Golf after their postseason appearances, preview the Baseball team’s final home series of the season against Texas, and analyze the recent...
05.01.2024
2024 UCF Knights NFL Draft Recap
On this special edition of KnightShift, Jeff and Kyle break down the UCF Knights' 2024 NFL Draft class, and discuss each player's landing spot and their chances of making the team. They also discuss which UCF players to watch out...
04.26.2024
Draft Breakdown and Spring Roundup
Eric Lopez, Kyle Nash, and Bryson Turner break down the UCF Knights up for selection in the 2024 NFL Draft. Then, Eric and Bryson preview the Softball and Baseball team’s upcoming series against #2 Oklahoma and Cincinnati respectively, and the...
04.15.2024
2024 UCF Spring Game Recap
On this quick postgame edition of KnightShift, Kyle and Nick come to you from FBC Mortgage Stadium right after the 2024 UCF Football Spring Game. They discuss the plusses and minuses for the Knights, including our first look at new...
03.30.2024
NFL Draft Prep, JD's Extension and More
On this edition of KnightShift, Kyle is in the captain's chair with Jeff, Bryson and Nick as they discuss the UCF Knights who participated in the Big 12's NFL Draft Pro Day, including JRP, Javon Baker, and Tre'Mon Morris-Brash. They also...
03.21.2024
Men's Basketball Post-Mortem
On this edition of KnightShift, Eric and Bryson talked about the state of UCF Knights Men's Basketball and what's next after the NIT loss. Then they talk about Baseball showing promise after its first Big 12 series win and finally break...
03.16.2024
Basketball Post-mortems
On this edition of KnightShift, Kyle Nash opens the show by discussing UCF Men's Hoops Big 12 Tournament trip with Jake Ferraro, who covered the Knights in the first round vs Oklahoma State and gets additional insight from Bryson Turner...
03.07.2024
Welcome to March
On this edition of KnightShift, Jeff, Eric, and Nick start off by recapping the UCF Knights Men's Basketball team's tough loss to #1 Houston, and what the Knights have to do in their finale against TCU and the upcoming Big...
03.01.2024
Big 12 Hoops, CFP, and Spring Sports Equinox
On this MONSTER edition of Knight Shift, Jeff and Eric open with Men's Basketball and are joined by Jake Ferraro, who covered UCF's win at Oklahoma State and, they preview UCF's upcoming home games with #8 Iowa State and #1...
02.23.2024
Critical Stretch for Basketball
On this quick edition of KnightShift, Kyle, Bryson, and Jeff start with discussing Men's Basketball's tough breaks heading into a critical home game against #23 Texas Tech on Saturday, and what they need to do to right the ship heading...
02.16.2024
Hoops, Bats, and the New CFP TV Deal
On this edition of KnightShift, Eric, Jeff, and Kyle begin with E-Lo losing his mind over the end of the Super Bowl. We eventually segue to Men's Basketball and what they need to do to make the postseason, starting with Saturday's...
02.07.2024
2024 UCF Softball Preview
On this special edition of KnightShift, Eric Lopez and Bryson Turner preview the UCF Knights Softball team for the upcoming 2024 season. We hear from Jada Cody, Chloe Evans, Shannon Doherty, Jasmine Williams, and Sarah Willis, and E-Lo provides his...
02.01.2024
2024 Football Schedule Breakdown
On this old-school edition of KnightShift, it's just Jeff and Eric at the wheel, opening by discussing the UCF Knights Men's Basketball team's loss to #18 Baylor, and what the Knights have ahead in their brutal Big 12 schedule. Then it's...
01.26.2024
KnightShift #414 - Football Coaching Changes and Basketball Blowout
On this edition of KnightShift, Jeff is back with Eric and Nick as they break down UCF Men's Basketball rebounding against West Virginia before two tough upcoming games. Then they talk about some changes in the UCF Knights Football coaching staff...
01.18.2024
KnightShift #413 - HORNS DOWN! UCF Beats Texas Instant Reaction
On this Instant Reaction edition of KnightShift, Eric, Kyle, Bryson and Nick provide some Instant Reaction to the UCF Knights' 77-71 victory over the Texas Longhorns in Austin. Then they move over to football news, including Kyle breaking down Football hiring...
01.12.2024
KnightShift #412 - WE BEAT KANSAS
On this edition of KnightShift, Kyle, Eric, Bryson, and Nick open with a breakdown of KJ Jefferson officially joining the UCF Knights as their likely starting QB for 2024. They also discuss Ricky Barber announcing he's coming back for 2024...
01.05.2024
KnightShift #411 - Football Recruiting and Big 12 Hoops
On the first edition of Knight Shift for 2024, Jeff, Kyle and Eric start by looking at the UCF Knights Football program's offseason transfer portal moves, including commitments from QB KJ Jefferson and LB Deshawn Pace. Then Bryson and Nick join...
12.20.2023
KnightShift #410 - Gasparilla Bowl Preview plus Volleyball's Abby Hansen on the Orlando Valkyries
On this pre-Christmas edition of the KnightShift Podcast, Jeff, Kyle, Nick and Bryson start by previewing the UCF Knights' game with Georgia Tech in the Gasparilla Bowl on Friday, including the latest on who will play and who won't. Then it's...
12.17.2023
KnightShift #409 - Through the Portal
On this edition of KnightShift, Kyle is joined by Nick and Bryson to talk about the Transfer Portal and the UCF Knights' potential plans at QB. They also talk about the NCAA's transfer fight in court and how it affects...
12.08.2023
KnightShift #408 - Back Bowling and More
On this edition of the KnightShift Podcast, Kyle and E-Lo start out by discussing the UCF Knights' bowl assignment to the Gasparilla Bowl to play Georgia Tech, as well as some off-season transfer news. Nick Porcelli and Bryson Turner also drop...
11.22.2023
KnightShift #407 - Houston Preview, Hoops Wins and More
On this Thanksgiving edition of KnightShift, Jeff and Kyle start out by wrapping up what the UCF Knights learned from the loss at Texas Tech and then preview Senior Knight against Houston with bowl eligibility on the line. Then it's over...
11.16.2023
KnightShift #406 - Texas Tech Preview and More
On this edition of Knight Shift, we open with a look back at the Space Game and what the UCF Knights need to do to continue their winning streak as they head to Texas Tech. We also discuss the Knights'...
11.10.2023
KnightShift #405 - Space Game Preview
On this edition of KnightShift, Eric, Kyle, Bryson, and Nick preview the UCF Knights' upcoming game against Ollie Gordon and Oklahoma State in the Space Game. Then it's over to Men's Basketball, who won their opener vs. FIU, and Women's Basketball,...
11.03.2023
KnightShift #404 - Men's Hoops Preview with Mike O'Donnell
On this edition of KnightShift, Jeff, Eric, Kyle, Bryson, and Nick begin with a look at Football's upcoming game with Cincinnati and whether the UCF Knights can finally get that first Big 12 win. We also go over the Big...
10.27.2023
KnightShift #403 - West Virginia Preview
On this edition of KnightShift, Eric, Kyle, and Nick wrap up the UCF Knights' loss to Oklahoma and look ahead to the West Virginia game. They also talk key UCF Hoops questions as the season is right around the corner. Then,...
10.20.2023
KnightShift #402 - Oklahoma Preview
On this edition of KnightShift, Jeff, Eric, Kyle and Nick preview the UCF Knights' upcoming game with #6 Oklahoma, including the latest on JRP and the whole Dillon Gabriel subplot. Then they update you on Men's Soccer at #2 in the...
10.13.2023
KnightShift #401 - Bye Week Grades
On this edition of KnightShift, Eric Lopez and Bryson Turner discuss the latest in UCF Knights Women's Soccer, Men's Soccer and Volleyball. They also talk about UCF Basketball Media Day and hear from Tyler Hendricks and Laila Jewett. Finally, we...
10.06.2023
KnightShift #400 - Kansas Preview
In this episode of KnightShift, Jeff, Eric and Kyle start by wrapping the aftermath of the Baylor game and previewing the UCF Knights' next game at Kansas. They also talk about TV coverage of the game on Fox and Coach...
09.29.2023
KnightShift #399 - Baylor Preview
On this edition of the KnightShift Podcast, Jeff, Drew, and Kyle open up with their takeaways from the UCF Knights' loss at K-State, and preview the Big 12 home opener against Baylor, including what UCF will have to do to...
09.25.2023
KnightShift Postgame #398 - Kansas State 44, UCF 31
Listen in as Eric Lopez, Andrew Gluchov, and Bryson Turner break down the UCF Knights' first loss of the season at the Kansas State Wildcats, 44-31, in their inaugural Big 12 opener. Kyle Nash also joins to talk about what...
09.22.2023
KnightShift #397 - Kansas State Preview
On this edition of KnightShift, Jeff, Kyle, Drew and Eric preview the UCF Knights' first-ever Big 12 Conference matchup on Saturday against the Kansas State Wildcats. they break down the match-ups on offense and defense, why UCF isn't ranked (yet),...
09.17.2023
KnightShift Postgame #396 - UCF 48, Villanova 14
On this postgame edition of KnightShift, Eric Lopez is joined by Nick Porcelli and former UCF DB Tre' Neal as they break down the Knights' 48-14 victory over the Villanova Wildcats to go to 3-0 on the season. Then they're joined...
09.15.2023
KnightShift #395 - UCF vs. Villanova Preview, plus HUGE Week for Soccer
On this edition of KnightShift, Jeff, Eric, and Kyle open with a quick recap of UCF's win over Boise State leading into their game with Villanova, including a full breakdown of Timmy McClain taking over at QB for John Rhys...
09.10.2023
KnightShift Postgame: UCF 18, Boise State 16
Join Bryson Turner, Nick Porcelli and Kyle Nash as they recap UCF's 18-16 walk-off win over Boise State. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ucfknightshiftpodcast/message
09.08.2023
KnightShift #393 - UCF at Boise State Preview
On this episode of KnightShift, Jeff, Eric, Drew and Kyle preview UCF's road contest at Boise State, including a breakdown of Boise's opener against Washington and how UCF can attack the Broncos. They also discuss the TV ratings and outlook...
08.25.2023
Show #392 - Kent State Preview
In an all-new KnightShift, we are previewing UCF Football.s opener against Kent State, set for next Thursday, with Jeff, Andrew, and Kyle giving their takes and what they want to see from the Knights in Game #1. Eric joins later and...
08.11.2023
Show #391 - It's Football Preview Time
We're back after a bit of a summer hiatus to preview the UCF Knights Football team for the 2023 season! Jeff, Kyle, Drew, and Bryson talk about the biggest storylines heading into the Knights' first season in the Big 12,...
07.20.2023
Show #390 - The 2023 Bannies Nominees (Part 2)
On this edition of KnightShift, Eric, Bryson and Nick continue revealing and discussdiscussing the nominees for the 2023 Black & Gold Banneret Awards. In Part 2, we switch focus to UCF's men's sports, including: Head Coach of the Year Assistant...
07.20.2023
Show #389 - The 2023 Bannies Nominees (Part 1)
On this edition of KnightShift, Eric, Bryson and Nick reveal and discuss the nominees for the 2023 Black & Gold Banneret Awards. In Part 1, we focus first on UCF's women's sports, including: Head Coach of the Year Assistant Coach...
06.19.2023
Show #388 - O-Linemen-Palooza with Sam Jackson and Jordan Johnson
On this special edition of KnightShift, Jeff is joined by Kyle, who presents two interviews with former UCF Knights offensive linemen. First, we hear from Sam Jackson at the Jacksonville Jaguars' minicamp. Then, Kyle talks with former Knight center Jordan Johnson,...
06.14.2023
KnightShift #387 - UCF Hires Rich Wallace, Track NCAAs and more
On this edition of KnightShift, we are doing something new: We do it live! Jeff Sharon and Bryson Turner discuss the UCF Knights hiring Rich Wallace as the new head baseball coach, and we hear from Wallace in his press conference. They...
05.29.2023
Show #386 - SPECIAL EDITION: Brian Murphy on the Greg Lovelady Era
In the wake of Greg Lovelady's firing as head coach of the UCF Knights baseball team, Eric Lopez and former Black & Gold Banneret Editor and current MLB.com writer Brian Murphy break down the Lovelady Era from the start in...
05.25.2023
Show #385 - Last Ride in Clearwater
On this edition of KnightShift, we start with Jeff, Eric and Bryson breaking down UCF Baseball's opening win in the AAC Tournament in Clearwater, as well as the path ahead for the Knights as they try to fight their way...
05.16.2023
Show #384 - Tampa Title Takeover
On the latest KnightShift Podcast, we begin by celebrating UCF Softball winning its second straight AAC title, and Eric Lopez breaks down the Knights' path in the Tallahassee Regional. Bryson Turner also breaks down Track and Field also winning The...
05.11.2023
Show #383 - Football Transfers, Softball and Track AAC Preview
On this edition of Knight Shift, we start with Jeff and Drew discussing news of Charlotte QB Xavier Williams joining the UCF Knights and what this indicates for how Darin Hinshaw is changing the UCF Knights' offensive strategy. Then we...

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The KnightShift Podcast episodes:

Guest: Matt Murschel of the Orlando Sentinel

Baseball Falls in Tallahassee

UCF Baseball NCAA Tournament Preview

Big 12 Baseball Tournament Preview and Softball Recap

NCAA Softball Regional Preview w/Alex Powers

Slight Change in the Schedule

2024 UCF Knights NFL Draft Recap

Draft Breakdown and Spring Roundup

2024 UCF Spring Game Recap

NFL Draft Prep, JD's Extension and More

Men's Basketball Post-Mortem

Basketball Post-mortems

Welcome to March

Big 12 Hoops, CFP, and Spring Sports Equinox

Critical Stretch for Basketball

Hoops, Bats, and the New CFP TV Deal

2024 UCF Softball Preview

2024 Football Schedule Breakdown

KnightShift #414 - Football Coaching Changes and Basketball Blowout

KnightShift #413 - HORNS DOWN! UCF Beats Texas Instant Reaction

KnightShift #412 - WE BEAT KANSAS

KnightShift #411 - Football Recruiting and Big 12 Hoops

KnightShift #410 - Gasparilla Bowl Preview plus Volleyball's Abby Hansen on the Orlando Valkyries

KnightShift #409 - Through the Portal

KnightShift #408 - Back Bowling and More

KnightShift #407 - Houston Preview, Hoops Wins and More

KnightShift #406 - Texas Tech Preview and More

KnightShift #405 - Space Game Preview

KnightShift #404 - Men's Hoops Preview with Mike O'Donnell

KnightShift #403 - West Virginia Preview

KnightShift #402 - Oklahoma Preview

KnightShift #401 - Bye Week Grades

KnightShift #400 - Kansas Preview

KnightShift #399 - Baylor Preview

KnightShift Postgame #398 - Kansas State 44, UCF 31

KnightShift #397 - Kansas State Preview

KnightShift Postgame #396 - UCF 48, Villanova 14

KnightShift #395 - UCF vs. Villanova Preview, plus HUGE Week for Soccer

KnightShift Postgame: UCF 18, Boise State 16

KnightShift #393 - UCF at Boise State Preview

Show #392 - Kent State Preview

Show #391 - It's Football Preview Time

Show #390 - The 2023 Bannies Nominees (Part 2)

Show #389 - The 2023 Bannies Nominees (Part 1)

Show #388 - O-Linemen-Palooza with Sam Jackson and Jordan Johnson

KnightShift #387 - UCF Hires Rich Wallace, Track NCAAs and more

Show #386 - SPECIAL EDITION: Brian Murphy on the Greg Lovelady Era

Show #385 - Last Ride in Clearwater

Show #384 - Tampa Title Takeover

Show #383 - Football Transfers, Softball and Track AAC Preview

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