Send us a text This week, Andy focuses on his jobbery, meanwhile, Troy hires #44 Keegan Handal, #18 Karson Lindsay and his own kid, #17 Jack Thompson to haul hay and milled lumber around the farm. After a meal of 1/2 pound Thompson beef cheeseburgers and tots, these three stick around the bunker to wax poetically for humanities credits about why tw…

Send us a text This week, Andy and Troy are joined in the bunker by #43 RS Sophomore, Rafe VanDusseldrop and #35 RS Freshman, Keagen Streeter. Listen in to these two's take on the season so far, homecoming and what's to come from the perspective of a fullback and a linebacker. To help Bolstorff Field "Rise from the Ashes" by purchasing replacement …

Send us a text This week, Andy was on vacation so you're left with Troy as he runs down the last week's game in Yankton against Mount Marty and covers the 2-Deeps for the Warriors and the Hastings College Broncos. Get all the intel on what the Broncos are bringing to Bolstorff Field on offense and defense - numbers to keep an eye on and info on the…

Send us a text This week, Andy and Troy visit with #10 Wide Receiver, Justice Johnson and #48 Linebacker, Luke Beyer. Get to know these two leaders on the team, hear their thoughts on last week's loss and what the next game looks like in Yankton. Also, find out what these two have going on for side hustles, life back home, on the travel bus, and a …

Send us a text It's Friday the 13th - but no fear here! This week, Andy and Troy are joined in the bunker by #0 Defensive Back, Tae Morgan and #6 Wide Receiver, Bryce Jones. Get to know these two upperclassmen leaders on the offense and defense. Find out what they're listening to in the locker room. Hear their thoughts on the upcoming Doane game an…

Send us a text This week Andy and Troy meet with GA Offensive Line Coach, Kade Kloster-Hodak. After five years playing for the Warriors and being a solid leader in the trenches, the big man moved into a GA Coaching position and is loving it! Listen in to Coach K's insights on the game last week, the game this Saturday against Saint Francis, and the…

Send us a text Tomorrow we hit the road for the season opener away in Seward, Nebraska! Andy and Troy are joined in the bunker by senior WUBALL leaders, #3 Jakim Brock and #73 Gavin Johnson. Find out what preparations have been made as we enter the GPAC for our first win on the road of the season, how the culture has changed, how we want to affect …

Send us a text This week, join Andy and Troy as they visit with Jenna Quina, Waldorf University Athletic Department Operations Coordinator, Game Day Promotions Manager, and Senior Women's Leader. Jenna is the heart and soul of game day operations at Bolstorff Field AND she's the chief point of contact for the Gridiron Club's Gameday innovations. Je…

Send us a text This week, join Coaches Tyler Chapa and Ethan Aune along with co-hosts Andy Buffington and Troy Thompson discuss the way in which WUBALL is headed. We talk about the team, the contests for first string, the impressive showing by all which is like nothing our coaches have seen. 2024 is going to be special. To add to that, listen is an…

Send us a text It's the conclusion of our summer "Get to Know the GPAC" series and we saved THE BEST FOR LAST: our very own beloved Waldorf University! See what Andy, Coach Chapa and Troy have to say about our fine university, the unique little city in which it resides, the mutual history, stories and sideswipes from our WarriorGPT research! AND...…

Send us a text This week - as Andy, Troy and Coach Chapa wrap up the other teams in the GPAC; we learn about Dordt University - the school which appropriately wraps up our opponent series as they sound like the way one would mispronounce the end of our fair alma mater! Troy sees stars from laughter on this one as the boys peruse the Dordt roster an…

Send us a text This week, Andy, Troy and Coach Chapa discuss Morningside University in Sioux City, Iowa. Now, just because we've already discussed Sioux City doesn't mean we've learned everything about the town or it's unique refrigeration techniques when it comes to boxcars which leads into a whole sidebar conversation about America's hobos. And w…

Send us a text This week Andy, Troy and Coach Chapa dive into the history of Dakota Wesleyan University. Whether it's John's rules for singing, the Corn Palace to "the one thing that's beautiful about golf" we're sure there's a Charlie Daniels song for you....so let's drop our flax and head out to Mitchell, SD! To register for our golf tournament e…

Send us a text This week, the boys discuss Briar Cliff University and they may cross a line or two... Find out why Meriwether Lewis got shot in the butt...learn about the biggest star from Sioux City and the Love Boat (and if your stick around you may get in on a little modern day parody of that...) also this: "Ward, you were a little hard on the B…

Episode 51 has Josh Buffington, former Head Basketball Coach at both Helias Catholic and Jefferson City High School join the podcast. Josh talks about his work as a consultant, basketball and many other topics. We want to sincerely thank him for coming on as we embark on the first of our next 50 episodes!…

Send us a text This week, Coach Chapa, Andy and Troy discuss Northwestern College from Orange City, IA. Find out what the deal is with the Dutch story behind Northwestern, learn a little bit about the community of Orange City, some unexpected conspiracy theories, and a whole lot of unnecessary sidebar conversations as we learn about the Red Raiders…

Send us a text This week, Andy, Troy and Coach Chapa get to know the Warriors of Midland University - another ELCA affiliated school with the same mascot! It's like cardinals fighting in a mirror! We'll learn about Fremont, Nebraska too and the hits keep on coming! It's Warriors v. Warriors this week from the bunker! To register your golf team emai…

Send us a text This week, Andy, Troy and Coach Chapa get to know Hastings College and the community of Hastings, Nebraska. You won't want to miss this one because a secret identity is revealed and the bureaucratic tailgating procedures of Hastings College are discussed along with a fairly in-depth discussion about Kool-Aid. Find out why, right here…

Episode #50: Rod Smith, Sports Director at KRCG 13 joins us! We talk about high school sports, some of the memorable interactions he has had over the years, Rod's faith and many other topics. Enjoy!Breakdown Sports

Send us a text This week, Andy, Troy and Coach Chapa discuss Mount Marty University and its hometown, Yankton, South Dakota. Take the trip, learn a little about the school's history, famous folks from Yankton and Mount Marty, why there's a historical marker about the USS Scorpion and where to get the best pizza and chicken in town...as far as we kn…

Send us a text This week Andy, Troy and Coach Chapa gather together to discuss Doane University - one of the founding institutions of the GPAC, the oldest private college in Nebraska and one of the oldest football programs in Nebraska - oh yeah, and it happens to be Coach Chapa's alma mater (and his wife Nicole!) There are some interesting connecti…

Send us a text Coach Chapa joins Andy and Troy for the Summer Series: Get to Know the GPAC starting out with a full on review of Concordia University, Nebraska. Learn all about our first opponent in the GPAC this season, the Concordia University system, and the town of Seward, NE which we'll be gracing with our presence in just a couple short month…

Send us a text This week, Andy and Troy are joined in the bunker by Coach Chapa. They announce the summer series that will introduce all our WUBall fans to the other teams and schools in the new conference. Each week, the trio will riff on one program, its institution, and the home town within which it resides. We're going to do some pretty stellar…

Send us a text This week, Andy returns to the bunker and joins Troy to discuss the "glory days" of their own playing careers which leads to the discussion how much equipment in football and sports overall has changed in the last few decades - it's about safety but it helps to look good while you're doing it. To register for the first GridIron Club …

Send us a text Andy and Troy are out of the bunker this week, fans, but fear not - they'll be back it next week for another episode (or edition) of the Waldorf Gridiron Club podcast! Support the showAndy Buffington & Troy Thompson

Coach John Roderique of Webb City High School joins us for Episode 49! We talk about the winning culture at Webb City, the first music concert he attended, why he chose Pitt State and more. Coach asks us a great question after the speed round and then tags our next guest. Episode 50 is coming up, thank you to everyone that has listened to us and en…

Send us a text This week, Troy has actually painted himself into the bunker while refurbishing the steps and left Andy stuck outside! Well, what to do while we wait for the paint to dry? How about we tell you about the new officers of the GridIron Club and our FIVE awesome committees that make this 501c3 organization GO and GROW! Find out what each…

Send us a text This week, Andy and Troy wrap up finals week with the Mayes brothers: #71 J'Colby and #94 Jyron - identical twins (well, there's a triplet but he isn't a Warrior so....) who are on opposite sides of the line - offense and defense. Find out how these brothers got along throughout school before arriving at the WU and how they have gott…

Coach Kurt Thompson joins us on Episode 48! He talks about his time at Pittsburgh State, coaching at Webb City, the infamous lunch table at Kickapoo, growing up in Iola, KS and much much more! We hope you enjoy the episode!Breakdown Sports

Send us a text This week, Andy and Troy are joined by Coaches Ethan Aune and Danny Donadio at the bunker as they review the spring ball exhibition last week, discuss what looks good heading into the summer, and what needs some work. These two are full of great insights about our WUBall program and you won't want to miss it! Support the show…

Aurora Head Coach Brandon Pitts joins us for Episode 47 of the podcast! We discuss the history of the Aurora Houn Dawgs, their stadium, strength and conditioning and the ever present speed round. Thank you to coach for joining us and we hope you enjoy!Breakdown Sports

Send us a text This week, Andy and Troy visit with new linebackers coach, Tom Clarey. He may be new to the WU but he's no stranger to FB or FC! Tom joins the program after head coaching the Forest City Indians. Find out why he made the switch to the other turfed field in FC, where he comes from, and where he thinks WUBall is going in the GPAC. Ther…

Send us a text This week, Andy and Troy visit with #29 Wide Receiver, Jorge Rivera! Get to know Jorge (that's GEORGE!) and find out why he's a player to be on your radar (and our opponents') this season. Find our what makes this River City Recruit tick and why "Ego is not what drives him." Support the show…

Send us a text This week, meet new Defensive Line Coach Ben Brummer! He's a real technician of the game and loves teaching the players to be better ballers. Not only is he new to FC and WUBall - he's a new dad as well! Get know this Minnesota native this week with Andy and Troy on the Waldorf GridIron Club podcast. Visit our website here: https://w…

Episode 46 has Greg Dixon of the West Plains Zizzers join us! Coach talks about the requirements to be a "Redneck MacGyver," what a Zizzer is, working at his dad's running camps and handles the speed round. Thank you to Coach Dixon for coming on!Breakdown Sports

Send us a text Season 3 kicks off in the midst of Spring Ball with Head Coach Tyler Chapa. Andy and Troy cover the 2024 season, recruiting stats, new coaches, and more as the team reunites for the 3rd Season of the Waldorf GIC Podcast! https://waldorfgridironclub.org Support the showAndy Buffington & Troy Thompson

Episode 45 has Jeremy Goddard, the Head Coach of Kickapoo Track and Cross Country join us on the podcast! Coach educates Coach Duke and J.R. on all things cross country, reacts to J.R.'s experience in the "catch tunnel" and discusses what it takes to be a great high school runner. We appreciate him joining the podcast!…

Episode 44 saw Jason Howser, the Head Coach of Kickapoo Baseball and Softball join us on the show! We talk about We also have invited ourselves to the lunch room at Kickapoo High School in the distant future... Enjoy!Breakdown Sports

Episode 43 has Nate Thomas, the Head Coach of the Kickapoo Chiefs join us! We talk about Feed the Cats, Halloween, Jason Bourne, Metallica, State Track and some football! Enjoy!Breakdown Sports

Episode 42 has Liberty North Head Coach Andy Lierman join us on the podcast. Coach talks about the keys to success with his program, what he looks for in assistant coaches and where his staff excels and then navigates through the 2 minute drill. Enjoy!Breakdown Sports

Episode 41 of the podcast is a quick "catch up" episode with Bill and J.R. A lot has changed in the past year and we do our best to fill you in. From moving, writing a book, power lifting and motorcycles, there have been changes. We also talk about the clinic on February 17th and our next guests. Thanks to all of you for listening, especially our n…

Episode #40 welcomes the new Head Football Coach at Jefferson City - Coach Eric Thomas. Coach talks about his expectations for Jay Football, a great story about lights going out at a football game he was coaching, what his non-negotiables are and then is put to test in the two minute drill segment. We want to thank Coach for coming on the show!…

We are back! Episode 39 features Jefferson City AD and Head Coach Damon Wells! We ask coach some questions about football, a unique place in Rifle, CO and debut our new 2 minute drill segment at the end. Thank you to Coach Wells for coming on and we hope that you all enjoy!Breakdown Sports

Send us a text This week, Troy and Andy converse with former Waldorf Football Head Coach, Josh Littrell, the guy that turned it around for the Warriors. Find out what Coach has been up to and what is coming next, reminisce about the Warrior Football program, and a lot more this week - on the Waldorf Gridiron Club Podcast! Support the show…

Send us a text This week, Andy and Troy catch up in the bunker about Mayville, Dickinson, fishing, the NSAA, the GPAC, our new website, what we've done this season so far, talk about some of our seniors and a whole lot more - oh, and we invite you to join us coming up with some more ideas as we prepare for the final three weeks and two games of the…

Send us a text This week, something different. As we roll into the final home game and Senior Day - and a week when the bunker was missing our best voice, Andy, we decided, well - what if we played pretty much the entire recorded Warriors Live Show we did this past week and included all the off air items and the parts in the show we edited out.... …

Send us a text This week Andy is off fishing! Well deserved, for sure. But that makes for a short episode as Troy mans the bunker and revisits the Homecoming loss 28-24 leaving the Warriors 3-3 as they head into round 2 of the farewell tour in the NSAA as they roll out to Madison, SD to take on the Trojans on Dakota State University. Get the nitty-…

Send us a text This week, after a nice bye rest, the Warriors take to Bolstorff Field for Homecoming 2023 and we thought it'd be great to rehash our interview with Coach David Bolstorff - the guy they named the field after. It's one of our favorite episodes and this time, we've included some additional parts of the interview as well as the GIC 411 …

Send us a text This week is bye week. Join Andy and Troy in the bunker this week as they rehash some of the ups and downs from the loss against Dickinson State, the nearly four hour lightning delay, homecoming preparations, a new GridIron apparel on-line store, and the announcement that the word "Interim" has been officially removed from the title …

Send us a text The Warriors are now 3-1! Get the details from the Mayville game in the GIC 411 report to start the show. This week, Andy and Troy visit with sophomore LB #25: Aiden Williams. Aiden comes to Waldorf as a transfer after Iowa Wesleyan closed this past spring. He's a home-grown Iowa kid from Cedar Rapids. Find out all about Aiden, his j…