Best Njcaa Podcasts (2025)

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Ep. 380 – NJCAA AD Roundtable: Championship Culture & JUCO Leadership 2:48:18

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Six powerhouse leaders. One epic roundtable. In this 3-hour deep dive, we’re joined by some of the top NJCAA Athletic Directors whose programs ranked among the best in the 2025 Ron Case Cup. From transfer portal strategy to student-athlete support, recruiting, NIL, fundraising, and building lasting program culture — this is everything you need to k…

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Chris Roof - ABCA/ATEC High School Div. II Coach of the Year, Governor Livingston HS (NJ) 1:21:56

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It’s that time of year on the ABCA Podcast when we spotlight our ABCA/ATEC Coaches of the Year, and this week we’re joined by Chris Roof, the 2025 ABCA/ATEC High School Division II Coach of the Year. Roof has served as head coach at Governor Livingston High School (NJ) for the past 25 years and has built a powerhouse program in the Garden State. Af…

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Episode #93: Gina Oaks Garcia on Recruiting 17:37

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What D1 Coaches Really Look For: A Recruiting Conversation with Gina Oaks Garcia In this episode of Significant Recruiting, Matt Rogers is joined by Gina Oaks Garcia, Head Softball Coach at NCAA Division I Cal State Fullerton and 2025 Big West Coach of the Year. With coaching experience at NAIA, D3, D2, and now D1, Gina brings a powerful perspectiv…

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Episode #92: Gina Oaks Garcia 36:25

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From Player to Program Builder: Gina Oaks Garcia’s Journey Through Every Level of College Softball In this episode of The Significant Coaching Podcast, Matt Rogers welcomes Gina Oaks Garcia, Head Softball Coach at NCAA Division I Cal State Fullerton. A two-time All-American and former professional athlete, Gina has coached at every level of college…

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Airey Bros Radio Episode 379 – Learfield Directors' Cup Roundtable: Leadership, Culture & Championships in NAIA & NCAA D2 1:28:49

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In this powerhouse edition of Airey Bros Radio, we sit down with four of the top athletic directors in the country—representing elite programs across the 2025 Learfield Directors’ Cup standings. From national titles to cross-sport excellence, this roundtable dives deep into how these ADs lead with purpose, culture, and long-term vision.You’ll hear …

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Ep. 378 – Building a Jersey Powerhouse: Coach Billy Ashnault on Leading CBA Wrestling 43:10

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From Rutgers standout to head coach at Christian Brothers Academy, Billy Ashnault has transformed CBA Wrestling into one of New Jersey’s top programs. In this episode, Coach Ashnault joins us to talk about: CBA’s rise to state and Shore Conference dominance The evolution of NJ high school wrestling Balancing elite training with academics Coaching p…

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Zach Sorensen - Mental Performance Coach, Cincinnati Reds 1:28:56

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Joining us this week on the ABCA Podcast is Zach Sorensen, Mental Performance Coach for the Cincinnati Reds. A former three-time All-American at Wichita State and second-round MLB Draft pick by the Cleveland Guardians, Sorensen brings a unique perspective shaped by his own professional playing career and his deep passion for helping athletes master…

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Episode #91: Jeff Gard on Recruiting 25:54

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Significant Recruiting with Jeff Gard – Earning the Offer In this episode of Significant Recruiting, I sit down with Jeff Gard, Head Men’s Basketball Coach at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville, to talk about what truly matters in the recruiting process. Coach Gard pulls back the curtain on how D3 coaches evaluate recruits — and it’s not just …

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Episode #90: Jeff Gard 50:46

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Significant Coaching with Jeff Gard – UW-Platteville Head Men’s Basketball Coach This week’s episode is a courtside seat to the coaching journey of Jeff Gard, the longtime Head Men’s Basketball Coach at UW-Platteville. We talk hoops, leadership, and the incredible influence of the legendary Coach Jerry Petitgoue, who helped shape Jeff's values both…

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Ep. 377 – Building a NJ Wrestling Dynasty with Coach Gerry Tabbachino of Southern Regional 1:01:20

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Coach Gerry Tabbachino is a Shore Conference legend and one of the architects of Southern Regional’s high school wrestling dynasty. In this powerful episode of Airey Bros Radio, we go belly to belly with Coach Tabby to talk about his 38-year coaching journey, the rise of Southern wrestling, and the values that shaped generations of NJ wrestlers. Fr…

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Ep. 376 – Brad Upton: Stand-Up, Stride by Stride — From Track Coach to Touring Comic 1:09:06

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In Episode 376 of Airey Bros Radio, we’re joined by Brad Upton, a former high school teacher and track & field coach who’s been grinding the stand-up comedy circuit for over 35 years. Brad shares the steady evolution of his career—from coaching sprinters and teaching high school, to opening for Joan Rivers and Jeff Foxworthy, to finding unexpected …

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Clint Hurdle - Hitting & Bench Coach, Colorado Rockies 1:11:06

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This week on the ABCA Podcast, we sit down with Clint Hurdle, longtime MLB manager and current hitting and bench coach for the Colorado Rockies. Hurdle has been part of professional baseball since 1977, serving the game as a player, coach, and manager over the past five decades. Hurdle spent 17 seasons as a Major League manager—leading both the Col…

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Episode #89: Dr. James Troha on Recruiting 13:54

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🎙️ This Week on the Significant Recruiting Podcast What do college presidents really think about athletic recruiting? In this short but powerful episode, Matt sits down with Dr. James Troha, President of Juniata College and Chair of the NCAA Division III Presidents Council, to discuss how colleges are rethinking the recruitment process—and why fami…

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Ep. 375 – Chris Notte: From JUCO National Champ to Building a Jersey Powerhouse at SJV 1:24:30

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In Episode 375 of Airey Bros Radio, we go belly to belly with Chris Notte, head wrestling coach at St. John Vianney High School and one of the most respected names in New Jersey wrestling.A JUCO national champion and two-time NJCAA All-American at Nassau Community College, Notte went on to become a Big 12 finalist and two-time NCAA D1 qualifier at …

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Episode #88: Dr. James Troha 53:06

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Leading Through the Gray: A Candid Conversation with Dr. James Troha In this powerful and wide-ranging episode, Dr. James Troha—President of Juniata College and Chair of the NCAA Division III Presidents Council—joins the show for a candid conversation about the state of higher education, college athletics, and student well-being. With honesty, humo…

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Inside Stevens Wrestling: Coach Anthony Bonaventura on Building a D3 Powerhouse in Hoboken 1:08:16

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In this episode of Airey Bros Radio, we’re going belly-to-belly with one of the sharpest minds in NCAA Division III wrestling — Coach Anthony Bonaventura of Stevens Institute of Technology. From regional championships to Scholar All-Americans, Coach Bonavventura has helped transform Stevens into one of the most dominant and academically elite wrest…

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Brad Neffendorf - Head Coach, LSU Shreveport 1:09:12

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This week on the ABCA Podcast, we’re joined by Brad Neffendorf, head coach of LSU Shreveport, who just led his program to a historic and unprecedented season. Under Neffendorf’s leadership, the Pilots went a perfect 59-0, capturing the first national title in school history. It marked the third NAIA World Series appearance for Shreveport during Nef…

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Episode #87: Chris Bunch on Recruiting 36:42

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🎧 Significant Recruiting Podcast | Featuring Coach Chris Bunch, Webster University In this episode of Significant Recruiting, Matt Rogers sits down with Coach Chris Bunch, longtime Head Men’s Basketball Coach at Webster University, to break down what really matters in the recruiting process. Coach Bunch shares: What catches his attention when evalu…

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Phil Liggett’s 2025 Tour de France Preview: Pogacar, Vingegaard, Remco & Route Deep Dive 58:13

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The legendary “Voice of Cycling” Phil Liggett returns to Airey Bros Radio to deliver the ultimate preview of the 2025 Tour de France. With over 50 years of TDF coverage, Phil breaks down every key storyline—from GC showdowns to historic climbs— on the eve before the Grand Départ.🎯 Topics Covered: 🚴‍♂️ 2025 Tour de France route breakdown (all-French…

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Episode #86: Chris Bunch 55:28

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Brotherhood, Basketball & Building Men – A Coaching Conversation with Chris Bunch Description: In this episode of Significant Coaching, I sit down with one of my great friends in the world of college sports—Coach Chris Bunch, Head Men's Basketball Coach at Webster University. Chris and I started our college coaching journeys nearly 25 years ago in …

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DIII Track & Field Powerhouses | 2025 NCAA Championship Coaches Roundtable 1:57:06

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Go inside the 2025 NCAA Division III Outdoor Track & Field Championships with five of the top coaching minds in the nation. Airey Bros Radio goes live with the leaders of La Crosse, Eau Claire, Rowan, and MIT to unpack team performances, standout athletes, and the keys to building a championship culture. Featuring: Josh Buchholtz – UW-La Crosse Men…

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Dave Serrano - Head Coach, Johnson University 1:06:52

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We’re back to one-on-one interviews this week on the ABCA Podcast with a true coaching veteran—Dave Serrano, head coach at Johnson University and one of the most respected baseball minds in the game. Serrano’s journey through college baseball spans over three decades and includes stops at some of the game’s premier programs: Tennessee, Cal State Fu…

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EP 371 | NCAA DII Men’s Track & Field Recap – 2025 National Championship Coaches Roundtable 1:46:11

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Get inside the minds of championship-caliber coaches from the top NCAA Division II men’s track & field programs as we recap the 2025 Outdoor National Championships. In this exclusive roundtable, we’re joined by: 🏆 Kyle Rutledge – Head Coach, Pittsburg State (National Champions) 🥈 Matt Stewart – Head Coach, West Texas A&M 🥉 Jerry Baltes – Head Coach…

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Coach Wes Miller & the South Plains Track Dynasty | JUCO to D1 Pipeline 1:03:47

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On Episode 370 of Airey Bros Radio, we go belly to belly with Coach Wes Miller, the architect behind South Plains College’s 2025 NJCAA Indoor & Outdoor Track & Field National Championships. With over 250 All-Americans, 15 Power 5 transfers, and $4 million in scholarships earned in 2025 alone, South Plains is proving JUCO is no backup plan—it’s a la…

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NCAA Div. II World Series Head Coaches 1:05:50

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This week on the ABCA Podcast, we recorded in Cary, North Carolina at the NCAA Division II World Series. We sat down with all eight head coaches who led their teams to this year’s championship stage to discuss postseason preparation, team culture, and the experience of competing at the highest level in Division II baseball. Featured in this episode…

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One Foot in Front of the Other: Todd Pollock’s 57-Hour Sedona 125 Sufferfest 58:51

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Ultrarunning, sleep deprivation, spiritual breakthroughs & iced lattes mid-race—this one has it all. Todd Pollock of Greater Than Endurance returns to Airey Bros Radio to recap his first-ever multi-day ultra at the Sedona Canyons 125, part of the Cocodona race series. After 57 hours, 2 hours of sleep, four blisters, and a full-on battery-failure sa…

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South Jersey Dominance: Southern Regional's Dan Roy on Building a Wrestling Dynasty | Episode 368 1:12:36

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Join us for Episode 368 as we welcome Coach Dan Roy from Southern Regional High School—NJ State Coach of the Year & state title-winning architect of a wrestling powerhouse. In this unfiltered, deep-dive conversation, Dan shares his journey from wrestler to mentor, the impact of youth programs, the public/private dynamics in NJ wrestling, and how So…

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NJCAA Div. III World Series Head Coaches 1:32:15

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This week on the ABCA Podcast, we bring you a special episode recorded on location at the NJCAA Division III World Series in Auburn, New York. We sat down with all eight head coaches competing for a national title to talk about their programs, postseason preparation, and what it means to be part of one of the most competitive events in junior colle…

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Building the Falcon Fight: Coach Gennaro Bonaventura on Fairmont State Wrestling - Airey Bros Radio – Episode 367 1:06:36

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Join episode 367 of Airey Bros Radio, where we go Belly to Belly with Coach Gennaro Bonaventura, head wrestling coach at Fairmont State University (streamed live May 27). Discover how he’s elevated the Falcons with back-to-back third-place finishes at the MEC Championships, NCAA DII national qualifiers each season, and strong Academic All-Americans…

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CLAW Wrestling is Here: Tom Houck’s Vision for the Future of Pro Wrestling 1:21:09

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In Episode 366 of Airey Bros Radio, we go belly to belly with Tom Houck, President and co-founder of CLAW Wrestling, the new professional wrestling league rewriting the rulebook. From revolutionary pylon scoring, team-based formats, and fantasy-style drafting, CLAW is built for the modern fan and hungry athlete. With the CLAW Invitational coming Ju…

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Belmont Abbey NCAA Div. II Regional Coaches 55:12

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This week on the ABCA Podcast, we bring you an episode recorded on location during the NCAA Division II Regional hosted at Belmont Abbey College in North Carolina. We sat down with the four head coaches who were leading their programs through postseason play and captured their insights right in the heart of the action. Featured in this episode: Ada…

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Belly to Belly with Olympian Jim Gruenwald | Wheaton Wrestling, Greco Grit & Gospel Power 1:24:41

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In Episode 365 of Airey Bros Radio, we go belly to belly with Coach Jim Gruenwald — 2x Olympian, U.S. Greco-Roman National Champion, head coach at Wheaton College Wrestling, and author of Not All Roads Lead to Gold.Coach Grunwald brings the heat on: Building a championship DIII program from scratch Greco’s role in U.S. wrestling development Using f…

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Jersey Shore Sports Radio Icon: Kevin Williams on WOBM Legacy, High School Sports, & The Magic of Local Media 1:25:06

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On Episode 364 of Airey Bros Radio, we’re joined by Jersey Shore broadcasting legend Kevin Williams, the voice of WOBM and the Shore Conference for over 45 years. From calling Ocean County College hoops to launching the WOBM Christmas Classic and anchoring morning shows that became a soundtrack to generations of wrestlers, runners, and athletes, Ke…

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Dr. Barry Davis - Assistant Coach, Princeton University 1:07:39

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This week on the ABCA Podcast, we’re joined by Dr. Barry Davis, assistant coach at Princeton University and former longtime head coach at Rider University. Davis brings more than three decades of coaching experience to the conversation, with a track record of sustained success at every level of college baseball—NJCAA, NAIA, and NCAA Division I. Ove…

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Track & Field Excellence: Insights from Coach Ed Fye of Doane University 1:06:32

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In Episode 363 of Airey Bros Radio, we go belly to belly with a true legend in NAIA Track & Field — Coach Ed Fye, Director of Track & Field and Cross Country at Doane University in Crete, Nebraska.With over 40 years at Doane, Coach Fye has built a powerhouse: 🏆 600+ NAIA All-Americans 🏅 40+ National Champions 🥇 2021 NAIA Men's Outdoor National Cham…

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Dylan Cottrell on Building a D2 Wrestling Powerhouse at Glenville State | Airey Bros Radio Ep. 362 1:12:31

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In Episode 362 of Airey Bros Radio, we go belly-to-belly with Dylan Cottrell, head coach of Glenville State University Wrestling (@gsu_wrestling). A former Big 12 champion and three-time NCAA qualifier, Coach Cottrell has transformed Glenville into one of the top NCAA Division II wrestling programs in the country. We discuss Glenville’s meteoric ri…

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Dr. Luke Wilkins - Sport and Exercise Psychology, La Trobe University 47:29

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This week on the ABCA Podcast, we’re joined by Dr. Luke Wilkins, a lecturer at La Trobe University and former sport scientist and lead skill acquisition specialist with the New York Yankees. Wilkins brings a unique perspective to player development, blending cutting-edge academic research with experience in professional baseball. In this episode, w…

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Building a Champion: Coach Eric Morley on Middletown North Wrestling’s Rise, Culture, and Grit 1:15:52

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In Episode 361 of Airey Bros Radio, we step back onto the mat with Middletown North Wrestling Head Coach Eric Morley, a special education teacher and Shore Conference leader who took the Lions from a losing record to a Top 6 team in New Jersey.Coach Morley breaks down how he’s building a blue-collar powerhouse from the ground up—emphasizing culture…

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Building Champions at TCNJ with Coach Joe Galante | D3 Wrestling, Culture & Grit 1:22:18

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In Episode 360 of Airey Bros Radio, we’re going belly-to-belly with one of the top minds in NCAA Division III wrestling: Coach Joe Galante of The College of New Jersey. A South Jersey native and TCNJ alum, Coach Galante has built a powerhouse rooted in culture, consistency, and care.We dig deep into his origin story, the evolution of TCNJ Wrestling…

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Lary Sorensen - Chief Baseball Officer, pitchLogic & Announcer, Wake Forest University 1:09:16

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This week on the ABCA Podcast, we’re joined by former MLB All-Star, longtime broadcaster, and pitchLogic CBO, Lary Sorensen. A veteran of 11 big-league seasons, Sorensen won 93 games and was selected to the 1978 American League All-Star team as a member of the Milwaukee Brewers. After his final MLB appearance in 1988, Sorensen transitioned into the…

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Ep. 359 – Sedona 125 & the Ultra Mindset with Todd Pollock of Greater Than Endurance 1:08:33

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Episode 359 of Airey Bros Radio features ultrarunner and CrossFit Endurance coach Todd Pollock of Greater Than Endurance. Todd takes us inside the grind of completing his longest race to date—the Sedona Canyons 125 miler.We dive deep into the world of long-distance trail running, discussing: How Todd structures his training with strength, rucking, …

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Coach Ben Clymer on Building the #1 Team in the Nation | Faith Christian Wrestling | ABR Ep. 358 1:20:21

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In this powerhouse episode of Airey Bros Radio, we sit down with Coach Ben Clymer—2024 Bucks County Coach of the Year and the visionary behind Faith Christian Academy’s rise to the No. 1-ranked high school wrestling team in the nation. From launching the program on a hillside without mats to producing state champions and D1 commits, Coach Clymer sh…

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Live from NHSI Part 3: Coaching Conversations 47:55

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This is our final installment of on location interviews from Cary, NC and USA Baseball’s NHSI Tournament coaches. Today we are joined by Venice’s Craig Faulkner, Corona Del Sol’s David Webb, Collierville’s Jeff Munier, Wesleyan Christian’s Mo Blakeney and Stony Brook’s Jon Brewer. Congrats to Coach Faulkner and Venice High School on bringing home t…

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Pete Reilly on Building Champions Through Struggle, Joy & Jersey Wrestling Culture | Airey Bros Radio Ep. 357 1:01:36

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In this powerful and heartfelt episode of Airey Bros Radio, we sit down with Pete Reilly—head coach of Riley Wrestling Club and Region 6 alum—to talk wrestling, fatherhood, life lessons, and building something bigger than the mat. From launching a club during COVID to redefining what it means to coach with heart, Pete shares how adversity shaped hi…

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Vinnie Santaniello Legend of Shore Thing Wrestling on Coaching, Building Champions & New Jersey Wrestling Culture 56:21

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In Episode 348 of Airey Bros Radio, we go belly-to-belly with Vinnie Santaniello, founder of Shore Thing Wrestling Club, NCAA Division III finalist, and Ocean County Sheriff. Vinnie takes us deep inside: The rise of Brick Memorial wrestling His judo background and how it shaped his mat style Building Shore Thing into a powerhouse club with over 40 …

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Live from NHSI Part 2: Coaching Conversations 35:32

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The second part of our special National High School Invitational series brings you more on-the-ground conversations recorded in Cary, North Carolina. This premier event once again showcased elite talent and exceptional coaching from across the country. This week, we continue our series with five more outstanding high school coaches who led their te…

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Luca Madeo | NAIA Champion, European U23 Contender & Cumberlands Star | Airey Bros Radio Ep 355 1:04:04

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In this episode of Airey Bros Radio, we sit down with Luca Madeo, 4x NAIA All-American, 2025 NAIA Indoor 5K National Champion, and one of the fastest rising stars in college distance running. Hailing from Böden-Württemberg, Germany, Luca shares his incredible journey from soccer player to elite runner, why he chose the University of the Cumberlands…

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Building a Junior College Dynasty | Coach Cole Spree | Indian Hills CC Wrestling | 2025 NJCAA Champions 1:06:06

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🚨 On this episode of Airey Bros Radio, we're joined by Coach Cole Spree, head coach of Indian Hills Community College Wrestling — the 2025 NJCAA National Champions! 🏆Coach Spree shares his journey from JUCO All-American to building Indian Hills into a national powerhouse. We dive into: 🔥 The behind-the-scenes of building a championship program 🔥 Re…

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Live from NHSI: Coaching Conversations 44:41

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For the next three weeks, we’re bringing you a special series of interviews recorded on location in Cary, North Carolina, during USA Baseball’s National High School Invitational (NHSI). It was another phenomenal event filled with top-tier talent and outstanding coaching. This week, we kick things off with a round of conversations featuring coaches …

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From Mat to Manuscript: Mick Betancourt on Wrestling, Writing & Reacher | Ep. 353 1:09:46

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In Episode 353 of Airey Bros Radio, we’re joined by Mick Betancourt — writer, executive producer of Amazon’s Reacher, stand-up comic, and proud former wrestler. From a tough upbringing on Chicago’s West Side to breaking through as a Hollywood storyteller, Mick’s journey is a masterclass in grit, grace, and getting back up.This episode is packed wit…