In Episode 386 of Airey Bros Radio, we go belly to belly with Coach Mark Del Monaco, the newly appointed Director of Track & Field and Cross Country at Tiffin University. A proud New Jersey native with coaching stops at Metro State, Cal State East Bay, and Minot State, Coach Del Monaco has built a reputation for developing nationally recognized NCAA Division II programs and producing All-Americans, record-holders, and champions.In this conversation, we cover: Coach Del Monaco’s journey from ...
Aug 18, 2025•1 hr 2 min
In Episode 385 of Airey Bros Radio, we go belly to belly with Professor Joe Ahlert — a 4th-degree Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt under Renzo Gracie, East Coast MMA pioneer, and co-founder of Duncan Defense Consultants.With over 30 years of experience, Joe has trained with legends like John Danaher, Royce Gracie, and Renzo Gracie, competed in the underground days of MMA, and built a thriving academy in New Jersey focused on self-defense, sport BJJ, wrestling, Muay Thai, and firearms training. We ...
Aug 15, 2025•1 hr 14 min
6x NAIA All-American and 2025 NAIA 10K National Champion Luca Madeo returns to Airey Bros Radio for his second appearance, and a lot has changed since April. In this packed episode, Luca takes us inside his whirlwind summer—winning the German Half Marathon Championship (U23 & Men), running a 28:59 10K PB, placing 17th at the U23 European Championships, and announcing his transfer from the University of the Cumberlands to Adams State University—one of the most dominant distance programs in NC...
Aug 12, 2025•46 min
On Episode 383 of Airey Bros Radio, we go belly to belly with Coach Ken Harnden, Auburn’s Associate Head Track & Field Coach and a two-time Olympian. With 25 NCAA champions, 170+ All-Americans, and 19 Olympians developed under his guidance, Coach Harnden has helped transform Auburn’s sprints & hurdles group into one of the most dominant forces in collegiate track & field.This one’s for the sprinters, hurdlers, coaches, and parents seeking the right fit — on the track and beyond. 🎙️ ...
Aug 07, 2025•1 hr 7 min
NCAA Champion. Two-time Olympian. Rookie Coach of the Year. In this episode of Airey Bros Radio, we go belly to belly with Matt Gentry — Head Wrestling Coach at the University of Chicago — to explore how he’s blending world-class wrestling experience with elite academics to build something special in NCAA Division III.From his journey at Stanford to competing for Canada in two Olympic Games, Coach Gentry shares why he believes Division III is a hidden gem for driven student-athletes. We cover hi...
Aug 04, 2025•58 min
Fresh off his hiring as the new head wrestling coach at the University of Northern Colorado, 2× NCAA Champion and 2011 World Team member Teyon Ware joins us for a raw and real conversation—literally pulled over on his ride home from Fargo. We dive into his coaching philosophy, vision for UNC Wrestling, faith-driven leadership, and what it takes to build a program from the ground up.From his dominance at Oklahoma to coaching stops at Wyoming, Binghamton, and OU, Coach Ware now leads a D1 program ...
Aug 01, 2025•40 min•Ep. 381
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 know about thriving in junior college athletics. ⏱️ AD Guest Lineup: 00:01:05 – Deron Clark, New Mexico Junior College 🎯 Multi-sport leadership | Supp...
Jul 28, 2025•2 hr 48 min
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 from: Chris Kraftick – University of the Cumberlands (NAIA) Jayme Pendergast – Life University (NAIA) Joe Reich – Wingate University (NCAA DII) Kimber...
Jul 24, 2025•1 hr 29 min
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 philosophy, summer camps, and building a national schedule Lessons from South Plainfield, Rutgers, and family legacy The role of mentorship, discipline...
Jul 22, 2025•43 min•Ep. 378
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. From North Bergen roots to Shore Conference dominance, Coach Tabbachino reflects on community, coaching transitions, rivalries, Frank Molinaro’s Olympic...
Jul 18, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 377
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 viral success online in his 60s with more than 250 million views. This isn’t a story about overnight fame—it’s about doing the work, sticking aro...
Jul 15, 2025•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 376
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 Oklahoma State. Now at the helm of SJV Wrestling, he’s led the program to five straight 10+ win seasons, coached multiple state champions, and develop...
Jul 12, 2025•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 375
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 wrestling programs in the country. Tune in as we discuss the grind of D3 wrestling, the balance of academic excellence and athletic success, and what it ta...
Jul 09, 2025•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 352
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 course, Normandy, Alps & Pyrenees) 🏔️ Stage previews: Mont Ventoux, Col de la Loze, Luchon-Superbagnères & Stage 18's brutal summit finish...
Jul 04, 2025•58 min•Ep. 373
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’s Head Coach (National Champions) Nickolas Davis – UW-La Crosse Women’s Head Coach (Top Women’s Program) Chip Schneider – UW-Eau Claire Head Coac...
Jul 01, 2025•1 hr 57 min•Ep. 372
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, Grand Valley State 🏅 Matt Van Lierop & Pol Domenech – Coaches, Wingate (4th Place)From training at altitude to managing the highs an...
Jun 27, 2025•1 hr 46 min•Ep. 371
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 launching pad for greatness.Coach Miller shares his journey across NCAA D1, NAIA, and JUCO coaching, and why South Plains is one of the best-kep...
Jun 25, 2025•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 369
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 saga at an aid station, Todd crossed the finish line in Flagstaff changed forever. This episode dives deep into: Training for multi-day ultras Fueli...
Jun 19, 2025•59 min•Ep. 369
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 Southern's community culture fuels championship success. Tune in now—available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & all your favorite platforms! 📋 Show...
Jun 17, 2025•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 368
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. We dive into: 🛠️ Building a DII wrestling program from scratch 🎓 Balancing academics, athlete development & grit 🏆 Lessons from DIII All-Amer...
Jun 13, 2025•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 367
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 June 22–23 and the 2025 Draft Day set for July 21 in Atlantic City, Tom shares how CLAW is flipping the script on freestyle and building a true pro leag...
Jun 11, 2025•1 hr 21 min
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 faith as a framework for mentorship and leadership Why parenting in youth sports needs a total overhaul How he balances coaching, fatherhood, and autho...
Jun 06, 2025•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 365
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, Kevin reflects on a lifetime in local sports media. We dive deep into the evolution of radio, the golden era of high school sports, the magic of Seaside...
Jun 03, 2025•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 364
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 Champs 🥇 58 GPAC Championships and counting We dig deep into Coach Fye’s journey from rodeo athlete to national title-winning coach, his philo...
May 30, 2025•1 hr 7 min
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 rise to a #2 national ranking, his recruiting philosophy, the pros of wrestling in a small-town program, and how the transfer portal shaped their ros...
May 26, 2025•1 hr 13 min
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, consistency, and character. We talk about: Turning around an 8–12 team into a 24–2 juggernaut Coaching state champ Tyler Klinsky from middle school ...
May 23, 2025•1 hr 16 min
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, and what makes the Lions stand out in the D3 landscape. From developing All-Americans and high-character humans to incorporating yoga, mindset, and ...
May 20, 2025•1 hr 22 min
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, and running Why “time on feet” matters more than mileage Fueling strategies for 100+ mile races The emotional and mental toll of going solo Lessons le...
May 16, 2025•1 hr 9 min
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 shares his journey through faith, family, and building a dynasty.We dive deep into: Pennsylvania vs. Jersey wrestling culture The public vs. private sch...
May 13, 2025•1 hr 20 min
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 his journey as a coach, dad, and mentor.💥 We cover: 00:00 – Intro: Why we started Airey Bros & the need for real conversations 04:05 – Pete Reilly’...
May 09, 2025•1 hr 2 min
