Manager of Guest Experience Jordan Wiley, Senior Coordinator of Arena Events Michael Lillie, Senior Coordinator of Events Brittney Wilson, Senior Coordinator of Guest Experience Mynita White, Senior Director of Arena Security & Public Safety Tim Roberts, Senior Manager of Security Patricia McMullen, Manager of Building Security Edward Booker, Manager of Building Security Systems Eloid Washington, Manager of Event Security Richard Davis II. [125] The Hornets finished the 202021 season 10th in the East with a 3339 overall record. However, it was discarded by Johnson and the team involved in creating the team's identity, being considered abstract and reminiscent of the then-current Iraq War aerial strikes. Manager of Event Presentation - Emily Ladd However, the team went through an eight-game losing streak and dropped their record to 2241 by early March 2007. Jay Triano wasn't added yet and the Coaches section hasn't been updated yet either, but a lot of names disappeared since I checked just the other day. Team Scout - Francis Williams [144], The Hornets' "City" uniforms were slight updates of Adidas' sleeved "Buzz City" uniforms. Now they will do battle in an unexpected series. Basketball Operations Assistant - Raymond Rios, Communications Following the season, majority owner Bob Johnson announced he was putting the team up for sale. Director of Database Marketing and Analytics - Chris Zeppenfeld the honeybees. Senior Director of Arena and Event Operations - Trista Langdon The team chose teal and purple as its primary colors and featured a first for NBA uniformspinstripes. [63] On December 14, the Bobcats beat the New Orleans Hornets in overtime in the team's first trip to Charlotte since relocating. Tools and Resources Used by Real General Managers. They also represent the Hornets brand as ambassadors to the community and are involved in community service activities and charity functions. [37] Johnson and Mourning again led the team in points-per-game, while also leading the club in rebounding. Associate Producer - Kyle Kebert List of the last five seasons completed by the Hornets. [158][159] When the Hornets returned to Charlotte, "The Hive" nickname also returned to the arena. Executive Entrance Security Officer Casher Holt Jr. Hornets Ambassador and Special Projects Advisor Muggsy Bogues, Hornets Ambassador and Special Projects Advisor Dell Curry, Special Advisor for Community Tickets Sporty Jeralds, Manager of Player Development & Basketball Operations Cole Teal, Video Coordinator & Player Development Coach Roy Casanova, Assistant Athletic Trainer Abigail Abiva, Strength & Conditioning Coach Adam Hoffman, Basketball Operations Assistant Justin Batiste, Basketball Operations Assistant Jake Cohen, Basketball Operations Assistant Andre Seady, Manager of Business Operations Grey Cook, Manager of Communications & Corporate Social Responsibility Kaila Lewis, Manager of Partnership Development Alexis Stuckey, Manager of Ticket Sales & Services Trey Johnsen, Coordinator of Corporate Partnerships Jack Mehrtens, Account Executive, Group Sales DeAsia Payton, Account Executive, Membership Sales Muhammed Abdul-Qahar, Account Executive, Membership Sales Jason Dodds, Account Manager, Membership Services Rodrayius McClure. Unlike many expansion franchises that invest in the future with a team composed entirely of young players, Charlotte stocked its inaugural roster with several veterans in hopes of putting a competitive lineup on the court right away. [121], On July 6, 2019, Kemba Walker joined the Boston Celtics through a sign-and-trade deal with the Hornets. [158] As of the 202021 season, Hornets games are carried by Bally Sports Southeast with Eric Collins and Dell Curry, along with in-game reporter and Hornets Live host Ashley ShahAhmadi. Account Manager, Premium Membership Services - Derrick Crump [4], Before the 202223 season, the Hornets again made slight changes to the purple "Statement" uniform. The team would play its home games at the Coliseum until the new building was ready. Senior Account Manager, Premium MembershipServices - Alan Wheeling Director of Creative - Josh Whiteside In 1985, the NBA was planning to expand by three teams by the 198889 season, later modified to include a total of four expansion teams. After leading his team back to the NBA playoffs for the first time in 16 years, Sacramento Kings coach Mike Brown has been voted the National Basketball Coaches Association's Coach of the Year. [43] With Wesley, Phills, Rice, Mason, and Divac, the Hornets romped through the regular season, finishing with a 5131 record. 5118 Princess St. Charlotte, NC 28269. Head Coach - Steve Clifford This is the Charlotte Hornets company profile. The Bobcats hired Bernie Bickerstaff as the first head coach and general manager in franchise history. 6", Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, "NBA's All-Star Jam Session scores string of world records", "Ranking All 30 NBA Mascots from Worst to First", "Video: Charlotte Bobcats mascot Rufus 'retiring', "Bally Sports Southeast to televise all 82 Charlotte Hornets games for 2021-22 NBA season", "Hornets Broadcaster Steve Martin To Retire At End of 2017-18 Season", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Charlotte_Hornets&oldid=1150777287. Nina Hsieh began in 2021 with the Charlotte Hornets as the Assistant Athletic Trainer after serving as the Head Athletic Trainer with the Los Angeles Lakers for two seasons (2019-21) and the teams Assistant Athletic Trainer for three seasons (2016-19). In April 2018, Mitch Kupchak was named as the new president of basketball operations and general manager. 333 East Trade Street Charlotte, NC 28202 Phone: 704.688.8600 . [145] The 201819 version was slightly tweaked to feature teal lettering and a new logo reminiscent of the original Air Jordan "Wings" logo. He has married for the third time, become an avid cyclist. Assistant Coach - Stephen Silas Senior Director of Community Investment - Bernie Washington Associate Producer - James Ziegelbauer Overall, the team's record was 759. Associate Head Coach - Patrick Ewing Senior Account Manager, Membership Services -Wade Davenport On July 23, 2018, Tony Parker, who spent the previous 17 years of his career with the San Antonio Spurs, signed with the Hornets. [61] A new arena to host the Bobcats in uptown Charlotte began construction in July 2003. Accounting Manager - Ansel Gardiner In the 2014 NBA draft, the Hornets had the 9th overall pick from an earlier trade with the Detroit Pistons, which they used to select Noah Vonleh from Indiana. [23] On December 23, 1988, the Hornets' beat Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls 103101 in Jordan's first return to North Carolina as a professional. [115], In the 201718 season Kemba Walker was selected for his second NBA All-Star appearance and passed Dell Curry for most three-pointers and the all-time leading scorer. Now they will do battle in an unexpected series. Starting with the last five games of the 200708 season, about 70 games per season were shown on Fox Sports Carolinas (Fox Sports South's new regional feed, now reintegrated to Bally Sports South) and sister network Sportsouth (renamed Fox Sports Southeast in 2015 and later Bally Sports Southeast in 2021) in North and South Carolina. The white "Association" uniform and the teal "Icon" uniform feature the "Hornets" wordmark in front and the silhouetted hornet on the waistband. Manager of Corporate Partnership Activation - Lindsay Owanesian Scout - Mike Born Charlotte Hornets Foundation Season of Giving Social Justice Donation Requests Fans Hornets Hoops Know Before You Go Fan Code of Conduct Guest Experience Parking and Traffic Email Signup. Scheer left prior to the 198990 season. In August 2016, the arena was renamed the Spectrum Center after Time Warner's merger with Charter Communications and its Spectrum consumer/business branding.[160]. [146], The "City" uniform for the 201920 season moved away from the "Buzz City" concept and went with a cool grey base, purple, teal and black piping, "CHA" acronym in purple and white numbers with purple trim. The Charlotte Hornets retired Phills' number on February 9, 2000, after his death in an automobile accident in Charlotte. 6 jersey to be retired throughout NBA", "NBA permanently retires Bill Russell's No. The Hornets compete in the National Basketball Association (NBA) as a member of the league's Eastern Conference Southeast Division, and play their home games at the Spectrum Center in Uptown Charlotte. [69], Front office and coaching were key focuses for the Bobcats during the 2007 off-season. Charlotte was also one of the fastest-growing cities in the United States,[13] and was previously one of the three in-state regional homes to the American Basketball Association's (ABA) Carolina Cougars from 1969 to 1974.[14]. [87] With the second pick in the 2012 NBA draft, the Bobcats selected Michael Kidd-Gilchrist and selected Jeffery Taylor with the 31st pick. Following a dismal 919 start, Jordan announced that Larry Brown had stepped down as head coach. The team achieved the best season in its history at the time, finishing 5428, and making it back to the playoffs. He uses every opportunity to get better, Hornets swingman Kelly Oubre awarded 2022-23 Rick Bonnell Award for media cooperation, Hornets podcast: Jordan Surenkamp explains how Greensboro stay aided Charlottes young core, Hornets, despite losses, gain insight from visiting NBA Hall of Famer: Its invaluable, Crowd support has Gordon Hayward, Hornets excited: I think they can see the potential we have. chamrochinski. The Carolina Panthers have announced the promotion of Pat Stewart to Vice President of Player Personnel along with a handful of additional moves in their front office.Stewart was one of a couple . Note: GP = Games played, W = Wins, L = Losses, WL% = Winning percentage, The Hornets played their first 15 seasons at the Charlotte Coliseum, which was called "The Hive" by fans. A cell pattern adorned the sides. Svi Mykhailiuk had 16 points, seven rebounds and six assists, and put Charlotte in front for good at 82-79 with a 3-pointer with 9:49 remaining. CHARLOTTE INDEPENDENCE Ayden Yates, one of three Charlotte Independence W League captains during the team's 2022 inaugural season, has signed for the 2023 campaign. Inside Sales Consultant Ricardo Duaney [65] Emeka Okafor, however, won the 200405 NBA Rookie of the Year Award. The Charlotte Hornets are an American professional basketball team based in Charlotte, North Carolina.The Hornets compete in the National Basketball Association (NBA) as a member of the league's Eastern Conference Southeast Division, and play their home games at the Spectrum Center in Uptown Charlotte.The Hornets are mainly owned by Basketball Hall of Famer Michael Jordan, who acquired a . [55] The owners paid a $300 million expansion fee to enter the league. Prior to his arrival in East Lansing in fall 2011, the Camden, North Carolina native spent two years as the head athletic trainer at Campbell University, where he was responsible for coordination and oversight of all athletic training services for the Division I athletic department. However, the Bobcats were swept by the Orlando Magic in four games.[79]. Inside Sales Consultant Molly Kirkpatrick Director of Suite Sales - Kameron Florence [105] A mostly difficult year led to a 3349 record overall and a 4th-place finish in the division. Inside the 'C' was a smaller white letter 'H' outlined in teal, with a black-colored hornet holding a basketball from birds-eye view placed in the center. [32][33] Charlotte now had two 2010 threats in Johnson and Mourning, who with Kendall Gill, formed perhaps the league's top young trio. Visit ESPN to view the Charlotte Hornets team roster for the current season [18] Similar designs by other teams followed, as they became a hit. Charlotte, North Carolina 28202. 333 East Trade Street [71] In the 2007 NBA draft, Brandan Wright was selected by the Bobcats with the eighth pick; he was subsequently traded to Golden State for Jason Richardson. Manager of Organizational Group Sales - Seth Roberts If you are having difficulty accessing any content on this website, please visit our Accessibility page. [35], The Hornets finished the 199394 season with a 4141 record, narrowly missing the playoffs. Thompson joins the Swarm from the Dallas Mavericks' NBA G League affiliate, the Texas Legends, where she was the Activation Coordinator. Charlotte is 13-27 at home, and Hornets take on the Rockets on 3-game skid | Sports | The Daily News Skip to main content Site searchSearch Welcome, Guest Sign Up Log In Quantitative Analyst/Systems Developer - Nick Repole Guest Services Representative Angie Vonwergers This logo would become prominent in the team's marketing and be featured at center court from 200708 until 201314. The move came mainly because attendance tailed off dramatically, reportedly due to Shinn's declining popularity in the city. "The staff had such a wonderful card for me of condolences for my loved ones," she said. 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Among the team's different secondary logos includes a hornet facing to the side, its teal and purple body arched in a 'C' shape representing the city of Charlotte, and a modified version of the Hornets original logo (sans the basketball) as the official mascot logo. Despite doubt from critics,[15] Shinn's ace in the hole was the Charlotte Coliseum, a state-of-the-art arena that would seat almost 24,000 spectators, the largest basketball-specific arena ever to serve as a full-time home for an NBA team. Both designs featured silver pinstripes, similar to what the Hornets wore. [75], During the off-season, the team picked Gerald Henderson from Duke 12th overall in the 2009 NBA draft. Inside Sales Consultant Zack Sorrels Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach - Jason Meiring Community Ambassador - Matt Carroll, Corporate Social Responsibility/Charlotte Hornets Foundation Coordinator of Database Marketing and Analytics - Sarah Koontz Wings sprout up above the head on both left and right, with teal and purple details. He would be replaced by former Los Angeles Lakers assistant head coach Steve Clifford. [98] The team also started the "Buzz City" campaign to hype up the Hornets return. Manager of Human Resources - Jackie Queen The uniform brought back the "Hornets" wordmark in front along with white numbers and teal cell accents on each side. [16] The team received further attention when it chose teal as its primary color, setting off a sports fashion craze in the late 1980s and early 1990s. On June 20, 2019, the Hornets selected P. J. Washington with the twelfth overall pick in the 2019 NBA draft. [51] On December 18, 2002, a group led by BET founder Robert L. Johnson was awarded the franchise,[52] allowing him to become the first African American majority owner in U.S. major professional sports since the Negro leagues. Account Executive, Premium Sales - Kevin York Former college coach and veteran NBA assistant Dick Harter was hired as the team's first head coach. [119] In January 2019 Kemba Walker was named an All-Star Game starter for the Eastern Conference, his first starting role in an All-Star Game, and matched only Glen Rice for his third All-Star Game appearance in his Hornets career. In this case, the team retains the player's draft rights in the NBA until one year after the player's contract with the non-NBA team ends. [116] On April 13, 2018, the Hornets fired head coach Steve Clifford after five seasons, who coached the team to a 196214 record total,[117] and named James Borrego as his replacement on May 10.[118]. Account Manager, Corporate Partnership Activation - Kevin Simon [38] Following the season, the Hornets traded Mourning to the Miami Heat for forward Glen Rice, center Matt Geiger, and guard Khalid Reeves. Director of Arena Booking - Kate Dordick Ticket Office: 704-687-4949. The Hornets did not dress their top six scorers, including point guard Terry Rozier and small forward Gordon Hayward, and finished 6 of 32 beyond the arc. Argentina. [205] The updated Hugo was unveiled on an around the city tour on June 5, 2014. Vice President of Human Resources - Rhonda Curry NBA.com is part of Warner Media, LLCs Turner Sports & Entertainment Digital Network. The purple cells recalled the court design used at the Charlotte Coliseum, and the teal gradient contained pinstripes, reminiscent of the uniforms worn from 1988 to 1997. [50] Several ownership groups, including one led by former Boston Celtics star Larry Bird, made bids for the franchise. Pinstripes are in gold. There is a more holistic power Jimmy Butler has access to, involving his fearlessness and his great strategic intelligence but not limited to these things. A native of Bedford, VA, Sharpe spent ten season with the Oklahoma City Thunder serving as the senior athletic trainer. It aired 60 Bobcats games that also aired on Comporium Cable in the South Carolina portion of the Charlotte market. [99] On January 16, 2014, the Bobcats revealed new Hornets shirts, hats and gear.[100]. The Hornets are mainly owned by Basketball Hall of Famer Michael Jordan, who acquired a controlling interest in the team in 2010.[8][9]. The 201718 version featured black letters with white trim on a black base and the sides featured a wing pattern of a hornet. The season did not start until February, as the lockout shortened the regular season to only 50 games. Despite struggling for most of the year, they managed to close out the season with four straight wins to finish with a record of 2656, an eight-game improvement from the previous season. Sharpe was the head basketball athletic trainer at the University of Connecticut from 1993-2002, which included the Huskies 1999 NCAA Championship season. PH: 704 376-0496 FX: 704 342-2160 Gray fully outlines the logo. [56], In June 2003, the team name was officially announced as the Bobcats. As part of the Time Warner Cable Arena deal, the Bobcats signed over broadcasting rights to Fox Sports South. In her previous role, Hsieh oversaw the care, prevention and . [39], Glen Rice would make an immediate impact after joining the Hornets, leading the team in scoring and points-per-game during the 199596 season. Coordinator of Charlotte Hornets Foundation - Alexandria Howard, Corporate Partnerships [207], From 1988 to 1992, the Hornets aired most road games, and occasional home games, on a network of stations in North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia fronted by WCCB in Charlotte. Kemba Walker was named an Eastern Conference All-star as a reserve, the first all-star game of his career. Charlotte Mayor Pro Tem Braxton Winston announced his candidacy for North Carolina labor secretary. During the 2012 rebranding, the colors were changed, with gray and Carolina blue replacing orange on the head and circle outline, respectively, and the basketball changing to orange. Manager of Arena Ticketing Freddie Nunez Jr. Dr. Kayla McKenzie joined the Charlotte Hornets in 2022 as an Assistant Athletic Trainer and Massage Therapist. Senior Financial Analyst - Graham Pitt, Arena Operations Manager of Retail Operations - Lewis Hagerman From exclusive player & coaching interviews, live trade deadline shows and NBA Draft analysis, this podcast does it all. Shortly after the news that the Bobcats would get the Hornets name back, at halftime of a December 21, 2013, game between the Bobcats and the Utah Jazz, Hugo was announced to return as the Charlotte Hornets' new mascot for the 201415 NBA season. Here are all the odds, After a difficult injury-ravaged season, here are five reasons the Hornets future may be bright, Hornets rookie a bright spot in rough season. Scout - Buzz Peterson It also brought back the "Buzz City" crest in front. [127], On February 7, 2022, Ball was named to his first NBA All-Star Game as an injury replacement for Kevin Durant. The trade turned out to be successful as the team came close to reaching the franchise's first playoff berth, but finished four games out of eighth place with a record of 3547. Inside Sales Consultant Nick Hodges Vice President of Marketing and Brand Strategy - Josh Kramer Director of Corporate Partnership Activation - Chris Ziegler They won eight of their first fifteen games, including a 120105 victory over the Washington Bullets. The silhouetted Hornets logo was moved to the sides of the shorts while the partial logo was placed on the beltline. Sawyer joined the Fighting Camel program after spending three years at Southeastern Louisiana University as athletic trainer for the Lions mens basketball and volleyball teams. Nina Hsieh began in 2021 with the Charlotte Hornets as the Assistant Athletic Trainer after serving as the Head Athletic Trainer with the Los Angeles Lakers for two seasons (2019-21) and the team's Assistant Athletic Trainer for three seasons (2016-19). Bold denotes still active with team. For the 200910 season, the Bobcats sported redesigned uniforms, having a mixture of characteristics from both Hornets and Bobcats uniforms. Just noticed that the Basketball Operations section in the Staff Directory on Hornets.com got trimmed significantly this morning. April 28, 2023 11:43 AM EDT. A premium lottery pick is likely on tap for the Hornets. [143], On August 31, 2020, the Hornets unveiled new uniforms that include double pinstriped jerseys that pay homage to the jerseys worn from 1997 until 2002. The 199798 season was also successful. Senior Manager of Arena Marketing - Valentina Barton Tools and Resources Used by Real General Managers. Coordinator of Human Resources - Kristen Petway, Information Technology During the 2022-23 NBA season, the Hornets endured injuries to a majority of the roster, leading to a poor season. [17] The team's uniforms, designed by international designer and North Carolina native Alexander Julian, featured a first for NBA uniformspin stripes. The Bobcats held their expansion draft on June 22, 2004, picking up youngsters such as Gerald Wallace, Primo Brezec, and Jason Kapono. Vice President of Ticket Sales - Marc Jackson Members of the team rebelled against Dick Harter's defense-oriented style, and he was replaced mid-season by assistant Gene Littles following an 832 start. Read the latest headlines on the Charlotte Hornets basketball news. With over 23,000 seats, it was (and still remains) the largest basketball-specific venue in the league by seating capacity. The Honey Bees perform sideline dances as well as center-court dances during games. Home uniforms were white with pinstripes in teal, green, blue and purple, while the away jerseys were teal with pinstripes in white, green, blue and purple. Staff Directory. [85] St. John's assistant Mike Dunlap was named as his successor.[86]. Jimmy Butler and Tom Thibodeau remain linked. Coordinator of Operations/Scheduler - Elizabeth Harrigan [98], The original Hornets uniforms were designed by international designer and North Carolina native Alexander Julian. [104] The team also picked up Scotty Hopson (whom they would trade to New Orleans) and cash considerations in free agency. [112] The trade reunited Howard with head coach Steve Clifford, both of whom worked together during Howard's time in Orlando and Los Angeles. May 18, 2014 10:38 AM EDT. On November 1, 2014, Phills' jersey was returned to Charlotte, where it was re-honored and currently hangs in the Spectrum Center. Team Physician - Dr. Marcus Cook Director of Security and Public Safety - Anthony Datcher [74] In the 2008 NBA draft, the Bobcats selected D. J. Augustin from Texas ninth overall. Rod Higgins was hired as general manager,[70] and Sam Vincent was hired as the second head coach in franchise history. Despite finishing the season with the worst record in NBA history, the Bobcats received the second overall pick. In the off-season, Jeremy Lin would go to sign with the Brooklyn Nets, Al Jefferson to the Indiana Pacers, and Courtney Lee to the New York Knicks, but the Hornets were able to re-sign Nicolas Batum and Marvin Williams, as well as bring in former All-star Roy Hibbert, Marco Belinelli and Ramon Sessions for a second stint. [31], The Hornets were in the lottery again in 1992 and won the second overall pick in the draft, using it to select Georgetown center Alonzo Mourning. Glassdoor gives you an inside look at what it's like to work at Charlotte Hornets, including salaries, reviews, office photos, and more. [108] It was the best season in franchise history since the original Hornets era. Strength & Conditioning Coach - Matt Friia The navy away uniforms featured 'Charlotte' in white and Carolina blue trim, with the numbers featured the same trim as the city name, with Carolina blue side stripes. Vice President of IT - Ronnie Bryant In 2007 the Bobcats unveiled a secondary logo, consisting of a snarling bobcat head facing forward with one side shaded orange, and the other blue. Inside Sales Consultant Kristen Venning [138], The newly renamed Hornets unveiled the team's uniforms on June 19, 2014, consisting of white home and purple road uniforms with the "Hornets" wordmark across the chest. Football Main Office: 704-687-0409. They continued to play as the Hornets until 2013, when they changed their name to the New Orleans Pelicans. The rulings likely give the GOP-controlled legislature the ability to rework the state's . [122], On November 18, 2020, the Hornets selected LaMelo Ball with the third overall pick.