Who Are We?
We are the guys your mom warned you about! Just kidding, we are just a laid back group of guys that love to talk about sports. When the BAM! Sports Show! was being put together, we thought - let's take that 'fantasy football' group chat and make it something fun to listen to and connect with. We're the group of guys you want to get a whiskey with, that's what this show is - real, laid back, sports loving dudes! Come crack open a drink, kick back and let's talk some sports!
Blake Mattan
Host/Director
Blake grew up watching sports almost like it was religion. Blake is a Chicago native in the St. Louis area, living in enemy territory if you'd say. Blake has always had a passion for sports and started this show in 2022 to bring that same love and passion that he has to others! Follow him on twitter, @Bmattan!
Ryan Capranica
Co-Host/Producer
Ryan resides in Springfield, IL and grew up falling in love with Chicago Cubs baseball due to his outstanding relationship with his father. A life long Cubs and Bears fan, who is just now starting to follow college football. Ryan is married and has two beautiful children. When he's not on the show you can often find him streaming games on twitch!
Robert Tomas
Social Media Correspondent
Robert grew up in Chicago, and is a diehard sports fan, His Favorite teams are Chicago WhiteSox, Notre Dame, Tennessee Titans, Chicago Bulls and Blackhawks. Robert Enjoys going to Sporting Events, having a few drinks, sports gambling and concerts. Follow him on Twitter @ODANGITSROB
Rick Horn
Director of Multimedia
St. Louis born, Texas raised. Rick Horn is a lifelong sports fanatic who, in his own words believes, “Watching and talking sports is one of the best ways to escape reality. The thunderous applause as the fans cheer on their favorite athletes, the legendary tailgates, the camaraderie, the trash talk…the whole experience is just something you can’t get anywhere else!” Even with over nine years and counting of active duty service in the United States Navy, Rick looks to fulfill his dream to break into the world of sports commentary.
Danny Gilmore
Chief Field Editor
The infamous "Leather Danny"! Danny resides just north of Cincinnati, OH and is a lifelong Seattle fan. Danny is the creator of the segment "Cannot Confirm nor Deny" and is almost always found with a cigar and whiskey!
