Zach Aldridge

Zach Aldridge joined WCCB Charlotte as a Sports Anchor/Reporter in April 2018. He was born and raised in Florida and is living outside the Sunshine State for the first time in his life, despite this, he’s excited to now call the Queen City home!

Prior to joining WCCB, Zach was a sports multimedia journalist for Spectrum News 13 in Orlando. While there, he covered the Orlando Magic, rise of Orlando City Soccer in MLS, and a myriad of other events like the NFL’s Pro Bowl. Before Orlando, Zach worked for WCJB as the weekend sports anchor in Gainesville, FL.

A proud graduate of the University of Florida (Go Gators!) Zach received his degree in Telecommunications – News. While there he was introduced to the world of sports media covering the numerous nationally ranked programs at Florida.

In his free time you can find Zach working out at the Y or exploring the city with his German Shepherd Chow mix Major. He’s on a mission to try all of the great food spots in Charlotte so feel free to give him suggestions or challenge him to a game of basketball!

If you have a story idea feel free to email Zach at zaldridge@wccbcharlotte.com and follow him on Twitter @wzaldridge

Articles

Belmont Teen Prepares For Life Saving Liver Transplant

Basketball standout Staphon Peterson is raising money to support his liver transplant that will take place on September 20.

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Panthers Release Ryan Santoso, Sign Zane Gonzalez

Carolina will keep their seventh round draft pick.

Charlotte Starts Season 2-0 With Win Over Gardner-Webb

Redshirt senior quarterback Chris Reynolds broke the 49ers' all-time passing record, but it was Charlotte's running game and stout defense that carried the 49ers (2-0) to a 38-10 victory over visiting Gardner-Webb (0-2), Saturday night at Jerry Richardson Stadium.

Knights Manager Wes Helms Reflects On Playing For Braves In First Game After 9/11

Wes Helms played for the Atlanta Braves in 2001 when they faced the New York Mets on 9/21/01.

Got Game: How Many Games Will The Panthers Win This Season?

The Carolina Panthers season begins on Sunday when they host the NY Jets.

Will Healy’s Son Eli Motivates Charlotte Ahead Of Season Opener

Charlotte hosts Duke on Friday night at 7pm.

Panthers Beat Steelers For First Preseason Win

Sam Darnold completed 19 of 25 passes for 162 yards and two touchdowns, and the Carolina Panthers defeated the Pittsburgh Steelers 34-9 in the preseason finale for both teams.