Sports Talk 1050 WTKA 🇺🇸

Sports Talk 1050 WTKA, broadcasting on 1050 AM, is Ann Arbor, Michigan's go-to sports radio station. Owned by Cumulus Media, WTKA delivers comprehensive sports coverage to the Ann Arbor and Detroit areas. The station is heavily focused on University of Michigan Wolverines athletics, providing live play-by-play broadcasts of football, basketball, hockey, and other sports through its affiliation with the Michigan Sports Network. Extensive pre-game and post-game shows offer in-depth analysis and commentary surrounding Michigan games. WTKA's programming includes daily talk shows dedicated to discussing Michigan sports, featuring hosts who analyze games, interview players and coaches, and engage with listeners through call-in segments. While the primary focus is on the Wolverines, WTKA also covers Detroit professional teams like the Lions, Tigers, Pistons, and Red Wings, along with some local high school sports coverage. The station incorporates national sports news and discussions, and generates revenue through advertising from local and national businesses. WTKA has cultivated a loyal listenership due to its in-depth coverage of Michigan Wolverines sports. The station's hosts and commentators influence local sports discourse, and WTKA maintains a close relationship with the University of Michigan Athletic Department, often featuring interviews with coaches and players and providing access to team events. WTKA competes with other sports radio stations in the Detroit market and maintains a streaming option on its website.