This week Tommy and Kevin talk about some of our recent up close and personal wrestling experiences we had this weekend. We also talk through some of the NWCA All Star Classic results. We also cover Gable Steveson coming back as well. Enjoy!

This week Tommy and Kevin revisit the excitement that was the first week of college wrestling. We start the same way the college wrestling season did, with Wyoming and Campbell. We talk through Virginia's dominant win over NDSU, and some of the action from the Clarion open. This is going to be an awesome season! Get ready for next week in East Lans…

This week we talk through the recent events from non Olympic weight world championships and some conspiracy theories about blackouts and "random" draws. We also preview some of the upcoming action including Wyoming v Campbell, and some of the action from this weekend! It's wrestling season baby!!! Rock ON!!!…

This week Tommy and I discuss some of the All Star matchup announcements, and the addition of Yonger Bastida in place of Greg Kerkvliet. We also talk through some of the Nebraska lineup changes, as well as the Campbell situation. Help these programs where you can, because this won't be the last wrestling program affected.…

This week Tommy and Kevin talk through the goings on in the wrestling world. We talk through the potential David Taylor v Sadulaev mathup at 92kgs, we talk through some NCAA rankings, some schedule fun, and Grand Valley Women's Wrestling taking on Iowa in Iowa City. Then we wrap it up with a fun parent corner.…

This week we were joined by Steve Garland, Head Coach at the University of Virginia Wrestling team. He talks about his career, and how awesome it is coaching at his alma mater. We also talk through his experience wrestling in the NCAA finals, and sharing those experiences with his wrestlers. We also talk through last season, expectations for this s…

This week we have the honor of speaking with Olympic Gold Medalist - Brandon Slay. We talk through his competition career, his experiences as Executive Director and Head Coach of Penn RTC, as well as his athletes. We also talk through some of the rule changes over the years for freestyle wrestling, NIL and RTC implications, Burroughs return, and pr…

This week Tommy and Kevin talk about the retirement of one of the greats, Alex Dieringer. We also talk through the results of the Non-Olympic weight trials, and some of the grounding rules, as well as the results. We also talk about some of the movement recently, and finish with a parent corner.

This week we are joined by Rob Sulaver! Rob wrestled at Michigan and now is a strength and conditioning coach and expert through bandanatraining.com. Rob shares his story with us regarding his competition years for the Wolverines, as well as getting his business going, and we talk some exercise philosophy. We also talk the non-Olympic weight class …

This week Tommy and Kevin talk about CSUB's recent addition of AJ Ferrari, as well as some of the movement into and out of the Hawkeye wrestling room. We also are joined by Izzak Olejnik of NIU and Oklahoma State. He talks with us about his career, big matches, the recent additions to OK State, and his plans for the future. We wrap up with other re…

We're back! After some timing conflicts over the last couple of weeks, Tommy and I are back on the mics. We review the Olympic results, talk through some of the movement over the last weeks, and discuss Burroughs coming back for the Non-Olympic weight Trials in Omaha!

This week Tommy and I are joined by the incomparable Jason Bryant. We talk a little bit of everything under the son. Fargo, being old, being bald, connections through the years in the sport. We also cover Little Rock, Minnesota, St. Cloud State, and even some Karaoke. We wrap up with some Parent Corner and then we Rock On.…

This week Tommy and I briefly cover the amazing opportunity that Mijian Lopez has to be the only 5x Olympic Champion in any sport ever. We also then reconnect with Michigan Legend and successful businessman Mike Amine. We talk about his recent trip to Vancouver, his son's wrestling careers, the Bormet era at Michigan, CKWC and the contributions tha…

This week Tommy and I talk through GVSU's Women's program, their addition of Sage Mortimer, and other pickups that they had. We also talk through the Russian's not participating in the Olympics. Prior that that we discuss the additions of Kamal Bey and Frank Chamizo to the Olympics. We also touch on the expanding usage of our logo and namesake.…

This week we talk about Columbia hiring Donny Pritzlaff as their Head Coach. Then we dive into an interview with Central Michigan Head Wrestling Coach, Tom Borrelli. We talk through his historic credentials, some of the career highlights, and the National Duals. We also talk through the new coaching staff, some of his other notable D1 coaches from …

This week we talk through some of the recent moves in the transfer portal as well as on the coaching side. Then we had the chance to speak with Missouri wrestling great Allan Hart. I publicly apologize for a Tweet from Detroit, then we talk through his style, wrestling for Brian Smith and at St. Eds in High School. We also discuss his new gig as a …

This week we revisit the premier match from Beat the Streets. We also get to chat with the Associate Head Coach of The Ohio State University, J Jaggers. He shared his insight from the event, along with his feelings on how the team has performed in their recent freestyle and greco events. He also talks through his career as an athlete, along with th…

This week Tommy and I discuss a lot of the transfer portal moves along with coaching changes. We also talk through some upcoming events such as Beat The Streets NY, the U20/U23 trials, and we discuss what other jobs Mike Evans would be suited for. Rock on!

This week we talk about the awesome Olympic qualifying results from Lee, Retherford, and the valiant effort from Kamal Bey. We also talk with NCAA Champion and all around awesome dude Kyven Gadson. We talk through his wrestling career, his continued education, his aspirations of calling the 2028 Olympics, and a variety of other fun topics. We finis…

This week we discuss the Oklahoma State hire of David Taylor, and our thoughts around the hire and future of the program. We also talk through some of the transfer portal news, as well as the Gable Steveson next steps. We wrap up with discussion of the Tom Brady roast, and parent corner.

This week Tommy and I recap a dynamic Olympic Trials and walk through each weight and some of the fun storylines to come out of them. I also touch on the exciting news that Ben Bennett will be taking over the Chippewas of Central Michigan.

This week Tommy and I talk through the recently announced retirement of John Smith, as well as some of the CMU coaching updates. We also walk through the Men's and Women's freestyle predictions and bracket breakdowns! Olympic Trials Baby!!! Rock On!

This week Tommy and I spend most of the time covering the goings on from this past weekend at NCAAs. We discuss our reactions to matches, upsets, and some behind the scenes activities from Kansas City. I wand to go back. It was awesome. Rock on!

2024 NCAA Division 1 Wrestling Championships Preview!!! This week we walk through the weights, our upset predictions, finals predictions, and all the fun that goes with it. Get ready for KC with us! Rock On!

This week we have a special guest host in Earl Smith, 2x NWMA Journalist of the year and Site Editor for Intermat. We discussed At Large Bids and our general thoughts on those. We also cover some conference reactions across the board, and we talk through Earl's experiences from the B1G Tournament. We also talk through some of his Intermat experienc…

This week is a solo pod from Claunch. I refer most to the Intermat Conference Crossover podcast we did this week to preview the B1G, EIWA, and ACC. Then I cover the rest, MAC, Big 12, and Pac 12. I try to throw out a couple things to pay attention to regarding possible upsets and projections, and I do elaborate on some of the B1G projections, and t…

This week Tommy and I talk through some suggested rule changes at the High School level. We then catch up with Head Coach Mark Branch from Wyoming to catch up on their season and some of their developing young guys in the lineup. We then talk through the Pan Am Qualifiers and what to look forward to this week. We finish up with a parent corner and …

This week we recap some of the wrestling from the weekend. We also talk through some of the weight classes and their implications for seeding in the B1G and elsewhere to this point. We also cover our name and how lucky we were to get it. Two guys one singlet was already taken. Rock On!

This week Tommy and Kevin talk through some of the officiating controversy and the hopeful statement from the head of officiating. We also discuss some of the results and exciting matches that included successful takedowns. We also have the chance to speak with Hoftra's Head Coach, Dennis Papadatos, on his ten years with his alma mater as their hea…

This week Tommy and Kevin talk through some of the higher profile matches from the weekend. We reference the young stud Meyer Shapiro, we talk through the goings on at 165, and we discuss the mission that Parker Keckeisen is on. We also talk about the differences between this years Vito, and last years F you mode Vito. Tommy reminds us of the Frees…

This week we talk through some of the big names we won't see in College Wrestling this season. We also get into some of the wild weights this season, and some theories of intentional losses to avoid being ranked #1 at 125. We also discuss the ups and downs at 157 and the craziness at 133. Lastly, we break down the Michigan v Ohio State dual match b…

This week we also speak with Chris Ayres of Stanford University. We talk through his transition from Princeton to Stanford, the coaching carousel of the summer, and how things came to be. He also discusses his philosophy and how he went from not placing from High School to being the wins leader at Lehigh at one point, and the eventual coaching phil…

This week we talk with Ashley Flavin, Head Coach of Life University Women's Wrestling about their recent dual championship. We also cover the family that is Life University Women's wrestling. We also talk about some of her successes and how it will impact the sport moving forward. Also, their upcoming trip to Iowa to compete with the Hawkeyes. Tons…

This week Tommy and I discuss all of the excitement from the several tournaments the last week along with the drama. We preview the exciting upcoming duals and tournaments this week as well. The party never stops! Welcome to 2024 and Rock On!

This week we talk about the Ivy League leaving the EIWA and some of the implications. Then we talk with George Mason Wrestling Coach, Frank Beasley. He helps us walk through what he learned in his coaching journey, and about what it means to be #UnCommon. We then talk about some of the fun with all of the Senior National Results, and about how awes…

This week we go over the upcoming US Open and the possible qualifiers for the Olympic Trials. We also go over some potential implications with Pan Am Qualifiers and other exciting things in the world of USA Wrestling! We also briefly cover Austin Gomez and his potential return to Michigan. We also get into some exciting events that could take place…

This week we talk through some recent news with NCAA Wrestling before transitioning into an interview with John Fisher. Mr. Fisher, 4x All American, 4x Midlands Champion, and 3x B1G Champion talks about his time competing in college and internationally, as well as his time coaching in college and most recently at Ann Arbor Pioneer High School. We a…

This week we discuss some of the results from the last two weeks that we missed. We also talk through Iowa v Iowa State, and which matches could have swung the dual (spoiler alert, any of them). We also talk through the NWCA All Star Classic and the upcoming CKLV! A lot to look forward to this weekend! Happy Thanksgiving, and Rock On!…

This week we recap the MSU Open, some of the interactions, and some of the Journeyman results. We also talk some Iowa and Vito dropping a match. We also preview the NWCA All Star Classic and talk through some Bill Ferrell entries. Rock on!

This week Tommy and Kevin go as the dynamic duo. We discuss the results from some of the early season dual and Open Tournament action. We also talk through some of the early thoughts on the rule changes and what we've noticed to this point. We cover Pan Ams and some other International action, including JB and Joey McKenna winning their respective …

This week Tommy and Kevin connect with Ross Bartachek from IA Wrestle to talk about the goings on in Iowa City. We talk a little about some rumors, timing, and what the new look Hawkeyes will look like. We also talk through the new facilities, and the Women's program. If you like Iowa, this is the podcast for you. If you don't like Iowa, listen any…

This week Tommy and I do a recap of the U23 tournament and why we are living in the golden age of USA Wrestling. We are also welcomed by the Head Coach of the Princeton Tigers Wrestling Team, Joe Dubuque. We talk through some of the amazing experiences he has had. Additionally we talk through the lessons from his coaching career and around some of …

This week we talk about Flag Football and some of the fun new additions to the Olympic schedule in 2028. More importantly, we talk about Women's wrestling, some of the Iowa Women's schedule, and we connect with Jake Short the new Head Coach of the Grand Valley State University Women's Wrestling Team. In this conversation we talk about his wrestling…

This week Tommy and Kevin first discuss the news that Austin Gomez is possibly back to College Wrestling. We continue to discuss the news that friend of the Podcast Grant Leeth was hired to build the Tarleton State University Wrestling Program, the first D1 program in Texas. We then talk about Grand Valley State Universities star studded first dual…

In this episode Tommy and I have some quick reactions to the schedule releases, we talk Haley Augello coming out of retirement, and some fun Monday duals. Also, we talk about the joys of parenting. Rock On.

This week Tommy and I quickly recap the Greco portion of Worlds briefly and highlight some bright aspects regarding to qualifying Greco weights for the Olympics. We also discuss the Schedule release of Wyoming, who is our adopted program for the 23-24 season. The meat of the episode we speak with 2003 High School Graduate, and Michigan Assistant Co…

U.S.A. U.S.A. U.S.A. This week we largely talk about the World Wrestling Championships, Team USA winning the world team title for the second year in a row, and we comment on a lot of the qualification aspects as well as speculate who will change weights for next season. Also, we discuss Joe Dubuque rightfully getting the Princeton job and we are ex…

In this week's episode we begin with Coach Chris Ayers moving from Princeton to Stanford. We follow that up with the ambiguous and curious Gable Steveson situation. But most importantly, we cover Men's and Women's freestyle and previews for the World Championships. The tournament starts this Saturday, so check this out so you are prepared and knowl…

This week Tommy and I talk through some of the Olympic qualifying landscape, and some of the changes. We also talk about what the wrestling world was like when we started the podcast 9 years ago. Then we navigate through some of the preseason rankings and our collective thoughts. Rock on.

This week Tommy and I begin with well wishes for Sammy Sasso. Hoping a full and easy going recovery. We also finish recapping some of the Women's U20 results from last week. We also talk about the many moves that led Coleman Scott back to Stillwater as Associate Head Coach of Oklahoma State. We also talk to Alex Clemsen, Head Coach at Maryland abou…