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The Sports Rapport

Vermont Public
Winter Olympics
Vermont Green FC
Olympics
Vermont
Montreal Canadiens
Vermont Sports Hall Of Fame
Vermont Clover FC
Mikaela Shiffrin
Seattle Seahawks
New England Patriots
Saint Michael's College
Cross-Country Skiing
Hazen Union High School
Major League Baseball
Boston Bruins
Spencer Wood
March Madness
Bad Bunny
Italy
Ryan Cochran-Siegle

Welcome to The Sports Rapport - a show all about the world of sports in Vermont and beyond!

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Colchester High School senior baseball pitcher Jackson Pecor joins the show fresh off of a no-hitter he threw versus BFA St. Albans last week. Plus, Vermont Ultimate's Mariz Mangundayao and members of the Middlebury College ultimate team join to talk... more

Discussing the just finished undefeated regular season for the division three Middlebury women's lacrosse team with the squad's head coach and star attacker. Plus, the latest on changes to the Boston Red Sox coaching staff with NBC5 sports reporter J... more

This week on The Sports Rapport, we speak with veteran Vermont journalist Mike Donoghue about the 12 new entries enshrined into the Vermont Sports Hall of Fame in a wide variety of sports, including baseball, tennis and wrestling.

Plus, we'll hear f... more

Hey Quebec! This week on The Sports Rapport, we're focusing on hockey in Montreal.

With more than two decades in the Montreal Canadiens communications department, Jean Robillard joins us in studio to talk about Montreal's quest to win their first St... more

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Recent Guests

Sarah Dalton-Graddick
Vermont lacrosse standout and coach, Vermont Sports Hall of Fame inductee
University of Vermont (coach) / Vermont Sports Hall of Fame
Episode: Legends and Clover
Mike Donoghue
Veteran Vermont journalist, Communications Committee Chair for Vermont Sports Hall of Fame
Vermont Sports Hall of Fame
Episode: Legends and Clover
Chris George
Co-founder of Vermont Clover FC
Vermont Clover FC
Episode: Legends and Clover
Demanga Alfani
Forward for Vermont Clover FC
Vermont Clover FC
Episode: Legends and Clover
Jean Robillard
Former Montreal Canadiens Communications Department employee
Montreal Canadiens
Episode: Hockey mad in Montreal with Jean Robillard
Elliott Groenewold
Quinnipiac University hockey defenseman, Boston Bruins prospect
Quinnipiac University; Boston Bruins
Episode: Going back to school with Elliott Groenewold, Brandon Marshall and Jack Main
Brandon Marshall
Vermont Green FC defender
Vermont Green FC
Episode: Going back to school with Elliott Groenewold, Brandon Marshall and Jack Main
Jack Main
MyNBC5 journalist
MyNBC5
Episode: Going back to school with Elliott Groenewold, Brandon Marshall and Jack Main
Aaron Hill
Athletic director and Hazen Union boys basketball coach
Hazen Union High School
Episode: Hazen's basketball champs, MLB season preview and trivia with Aaron and Travis Hill and Conor Ryan

Host

Mitch Wertlieb
Host of The Sports Rapport

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 7 ratings
  • Home Run!

    Mitch’s Sports Report on VPR is a home run! NPR should pick it up nationwide.

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Listeners Say

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Audience feedback often mentions the high quality athlete guests and insightful discussion around Vermont sports culture.
The show's live chat interactions are valued for community feel and real-time fan engagement.
Comment notes the show as a potential seed for national syndication due to its strong regional-to-national bridge.
Listener praise highlights the local focus and engaging hosts, suggesting strong loyalty among Vermont sports fans.

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Hockey mad in Montreal with Jean Robillard
Q: What memory stands out about Maurice Richard and the team's early days?
Robillard recounts meeting Maurice Richard on his first day and the strong, welcoming impact Richard had, setting a tone of respect and longstanding tradition that echoed through his years with the organization.
Hockey mad in Montreal with Jean Robillard
Q: How do you describe the historical significance of the Canadiens to someone unfamiliar with the franchise?
Jean Robillard explains that the Canadiens are one of the oldest, most storied franchises in hockey, with deep ties to Quebec culture, a history of legendary players, and a tradition of passionate fan support that extends beyond Montreal to places like Vermont, influencing how fans perceive rivalries and playoff narratives.
Looking back at the Olympics with Ryan Cochran-Siegle and Peggy Shinn
Q: Peggy, what was your 'wow moment' from Vermont's performance, and which athletes stood out to you?
Moments like Ben Ogden's surprising cross-country sprint and Michaela Shifrin's return to medal contention stood out, but the overarching takeaway was how Vermonters and those tied to Vermont demonstrated depth across disciplines.
Looking back at the Olympics with Ryan Cochran-Siegle and Peggy Shinn
Q: Ryan, how are the emotions setting in after the silver in Milan-Cortina, and what did you feel in the days since the race?
I feel like I'm getting back to normal and I'm grateful for the support; the race confirmed I'm capable, and the moment has added to my belief in myself without taking away the humility that comes with it.
The winter sports championship season rages on
Q: How did Vermont communities support you growing up and how has that shaped your career?
Spencer explains the strong family and local community ties in Pittsfield, Killington ski academy, and the encouragement from parents and coaches that helped him pursue para-alpine skiing.

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A Vermont-centered sports talk that blends high school, college, and professional winter sports coverage with in-depth interviews from notable athletes and local figures. Recurring threads include athlete development, Vermont's athletic scene,Fan engagement, and regional pride, often anchored by lively live chat and on-location reporting. Noteworthy are special guest conversations with Olympic athletes and reporters who connect Vermont to national and global sports moments, creating a uniquely regional yet globally informed sports dialogue. This mix makes it appealing to listeners who want local sports stories, authentic athlete narratives, and insider perspectives on how regional athletics intersect with national events.

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Recent guests on The Sports Rapport include:

1. Sarah Dalton-Graddick
2. Mike Donoghue
3. Chris George
4. Demanga Alfani
5. Jean Robillard
6. Elliott Groenewold
7. Brandon Marshall
8. Jack Main

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