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The Standard's sports insiders take you on-site, on the road and behind-the-scenes with the 49ers, Giants, Warriors, and Valkyries. Essential listening for Bay Area sports fans. New episodes every Tuesday and Friday.

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Since Buster Posey shocked the industry and took over as the Giants’ president of baseball operations in October 2024, nothing has gone according to plan. But this weekend’s MLB draft and the Aug. 3 trade deadline offer Posey and GM Zack Minasian cha... more

It was a riveting start and a crushing finish for the U.S. men’s national team at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Does a knockout-stage win qualify as progress? How did the Bay Area handle its duties as one of 16 host regions at the first-ever 48-team tourn... more

10th-year center Kiah Stokes has won three national championships with UConn and three WNBA titles with the Las Vegas Aces. Since joining the Valkyries last offseason on a one-year deal, Stokes has done a lot of winning with Golden State too.

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As college athletic departments attempt to keep pace with rapidly evolving rules and regulations, Brent Blaylock arrived at the University of San Francisco this month believing the Dons’ programs are well positioned to ascend in the West Coast Confer... more

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Recent Guests

Kevin Nguyen
Sports writer for The San Francisco Standard; contributor to Section 415
The San Francisco Standard
Episode: The USMNT leaves the World Cup. Was their run a success or disappointment?
Kiah Stokes
WNBA player, Center for the Golden State Valkyries
Golden State Valkyries
Episode: WNBA veteran Kiah Stokes on life with the Valkyries
Brent Blaylock
Athletic Director at the University of San Francisco
University of San Francisco
Episode: The future of USF Athletics under new AD Brent Blaylock
Paul McCaffrey
Host of Paulie Mac's Particles podcast
KNBR / Bay Area radio
Episode: Who's at fault for the Giants' problems?
Joelle Anderson
Bay FC defender, Bay Area native
Bay FC
Episode: Bay FC & The 2026 World Cup: How the Bay Area is embracing soccer
Sarah Jones Simmer
Chief Operating Officer, National Women's Soccer League
National Women's Soccer League (NWSL)
Episode: How the NWSL built a winning culture
Sam Esfandiari
Host of Light Years podcast
Light Years
Episode: S415 x Light Years: Analyzing the Warriors draft and offseason options
Steve Kerr
Head coach of the Golden State Warriors
Golden State Warriors
Episode: Why Steve Kerr really chose to return to the Warriors
Jane Kenny
Sports journalist providing analysis and insights on Valkyries roster and season outlook
San Francisco Standard
Episode: Golden State Valkyries 2026 preview and predictions

Hosts

Kerry Crowley
Host of Section 415, San Francisco Standard/San Francisco area sports journalist with deep Bay Area coverage.
Cary Crowley
Co-host focusing on Bay Area sports with Section 415 and Section leadership contributions.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 35 ratings
  • Go Kerry

    Glad you got your own show Kerry! You are awesome. Love John Shea's writing, but he's not good radio. Just says what happened in the game with literally no analysis. Sorry John!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Roopenpoika
    United States3 months ago
  • Kerry Crowley is excellent!

    That’s it! That’s the review! Keep it up, Kerry!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ezpz246
    United States4 months ago
  • The Standard does sports right

    So excited for this. The Standard really has made itself the big read for sports coverage in the Bay and Kerry is great!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SaraMDez
    United States5 months ago
  • Jack Smith

    Really interesting interview with Jack Smith. I really enjoyed learning about his journey.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kristie2u
    United States7 months ago
  • Yessss

    The standard’s sports team is the best in the biz and I’m excited for this!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    annabanana9275184
    United States9 months ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners praise Kerry Crowley's reporting and the show's in-depth Bay Area focus.
Audience notes the show feels essential for staying current on Bay Area sports.
The mix of business insights and team analysis is highlighted as a strength.
Fans appreciate insider access and strong lineup of local sports guests.

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#55
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#175
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#203
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#212
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#82
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Buster Posey’s most important month with the Giants
Q: Is this the biggest month of Buster Posey's tenure as president of baseball operations for the Giants?
Yes, the discussion centers on Posey's leadership during a pivotal drafting and trade deadline period, with emphasis on whether this moment will define the franchise's trajectory given draft position and potential trades.
The USMNT leaves the World Cup. Was their run a success or disappointment?
Q: All right, Kevin, we'll start broad and go real big picture here. Do you consider this run to the round of sixteen, the ultimate exit against Belgium, a successful World Cup for the US Men's National Team?
On paper this run exceeded the most pessimistic expectations by reaching a knockout game and showing growth in possession and set pieces, but the final exit against Belgium underlined persistent gaps, especially in top-line offense and defense against elite teams, making it feel like a success in hindsight but not a complete triumph.
Bay FC & The 2026 World Cup: How the Bay Area is embracing soccer
Q: What was it like growing up in the Bay Area and how did you get into Pepperdine?
I started playing soccer around age five, fell in love with it, and eventually got recruited by Pepperdine after a strong club career in the South Bay.
Bay FC & The 2026 World Cup: How the Bay Area is embracing soccer
Q: How did you take that game in? Did you watch it with teammates? Did you watch it with family? Tell us all about it.
I watched with my family at home; it was a fun game to watch and the first half was electric, really exciting to see the US play so well.
49ers breakdown: Minicamp, 2026 schedule, and OTAs
Q: What are the biggest takeaways from rookie minicamp in terms of player potential and scheme fits?
The main takeaways are the impressions of Kalon Black's route running and the potential for Dejan Stribling to fit as a versatile big receiver option, as well as Raheem Morris' emphasis on multiplicity in defensive looks that could redefine lineup usage.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Section 415

What is Section 415 about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A Bay Area sports-focused show that blends on-site reporting with insider analysis across NFL, NBA, and NWSL teams, plus coverage of the Valkyries and related local sports business. Episodes trend toward leadership, strategy, and market growth—covering coaching decisions, roster moves, front-office dynamics, branding, sponsorships, and fan-centric business stories. The format frequently features conversations with reporters, executives, and coaches, offering practical takeaways for listeners who want both deep sports analysis and behind-the-scenes context. A standout aspect is the seamless mix of traditional game analysis with the business of sports, community impact, and regional perspectives that appeal to locally engaged fans and industr... more

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1. Kevin Nguyen
2. Kiah Stokes
3. Brent Blaylock
4. Paul McCaffrey
5. Joelle Anderson
6. Sarah Jones Simmer
7. Sam Esfandiari
8. Steve Kerr

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