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Edmonton — Get ready to turn up the excitement on Sports 1440 with the debut of TURN Sports from The Universal Radio Network on Wednesday, May 1st. Broadcasting weeknights from 6:00pm – 9:00pm, TURN Sports promises to redefine sports radio with its dynamic blend of local and international sports coverage.
For years, TURN has been a beloved source of music and information for the South East Asian community in the Edmonton area. Now, the show is taking a bold leap into the world of sports, offering comprehensive coverage of basketball, hockey, soccer, football, cricket, baseball, and more. Hosted by Navin Ramharak, TURN Sports will deliver insightful commentary, engaging discussions, and exclusive interviews on all things sports, both locally and from around the world.
But TURN Sports isn't just another sports show—it's a game-changer for Sports 1440. With its launch, Sports 1440 will become a full-time sports destination, broadcasting 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This expansion reflects the station's commitment to providing diverse and inclusive sports coverage that resonates with all members of the community.
"We are thrilled to introduce TURN Sports to the Sports 1440 lineup," said Jackie Rae Greening, Program Director at Sports 1440. "This exciting addition not only enhances our programming but also ensures that our station is more inclusive and reflective of the diverse interests of our listeners. TURN Sports will undoubtedly become a must-listen for sports enthusiasts across Edmonton and beyond."
“It is truly exciting for us to bring a more global perspective into the sports space”, said Sapreet Buttar, CEO of TURN Sports. “Working closely with sports organizations and sports fans made evident that there is a demand for a sports program focusing on minority communities, and we are delighted to be able to bring this through this new evening show on Sports 1440.”
Don't miss out on the action! Tune in to TURN Sports on Sports 1440 and join the excitement as we embark on this thrilling new chapter in sports radio starting May 1, 2024.
For media inquiries, please contact: Jackie Rae Greening Program Director Sports 1440 780-490-2488 jrgreening@stingray.com Sapreet Buttar CEO TURN Sports 780-566-0904 sapreet@theuniversalradio.com