Oh what a week we have for you! Michigan vs Ohio State, Penn State vs Iowa, we talk about an awesome tournament in France that prominently featured American wrestlers. There was plenty to discuss. Including the surprising return of Coon Time, as we talk about Adam Coon's return to Greco Roman Wrestling. You also have a chance to venture with me into my first experience coaching my son. He did great, I did poorly. It's an opportunity to improve. Rock On!
Jan 25, 2023•1 hr 16 min
In Part 2 of this episode, we finish our interview with coach Damion Hahn by talking about their new facility, his ping pong game, and their upcoming fundraiser. Buy your tickets before Thursday if you can!!! We finish by talking about some inconsistencies in officiating, talking through positions, and some of the upcoming duals this weekend. Rock on!
Jan 18, 2023•40 min
In part 1 of this episode we talk about Michigan wrestling Michigan State on Friday night, the differences in not liking a team based on the absence or prevalence of respect, and we begin our interview with SDSU Head Coach - Damion Hahn. Due to technical difficulties, this episode is broken up into two parts.
Jan 18, 2023•39 min
This week we talk through Michigan's West coast trip, their upcoming dual with Michigan State, and Illinois is good! We also discuss some of the best parts of Mount Pleasant, a recurring piece to this podcast from this point forward, as well as the SDSU results. This is the best part of the season, so be ready to watch day after day! Oh, and winter sucks and MJ improves all sports. Rock On!
Jan 10, 2023•1 hr 15 min
Tommy comes back to the podcast after his child induced hiatus. We talk through some of the recent results at Soldier Salute, Midlands, and Southern Scuffle. We also talk through the fiasco that was Jasper's arrival and all the fun that comes with that. We talk through some of the SDSU and NDSU results, and finish with a parent corner. If you are struggling with depression or issues, please talk to someone to get some support. Don't give up.
Jan 04, 2023•1 hr 14 min
This week we talk w The Wrestling Quoter - Darius Levan, about his time covering the Pac 12, his decision to dive back into competition, and what he's learned from the sport throughout the years. At the 1:10 mark we talk about the Collegiate Duals, we talk through SDSU v Nebraska, Campbell and App State showing out for the SoCon, and we get into Parent Corner to finish things off. Rock On!!! Happy Holidays.
Dec 23, 2022•2 hr 8 min
This week we begin by congratulating Tommy and his lovely family on their new addition. We continue by discussing the USA Men's Freestyle Team winning the World Cup of Wrestling and some takeaways from that event. We discuss the Women's Team and what they can take away as well. We talk through some results, ACC goings on, VT v Mizzou, and eventually make our way to Collegiate Duals. Rock On!
Dec 15, 2022•1 hr 24 min
This week we recap what was an awesome weekend in wrestling. The CKLV, CyHawk, Minnesota beating Oklahoma State at home, SDSU, and why Nebraska should wrestle all of their home duals in Vegas. We also cover the World Cup that actually matters, the wrestling one going on this weekend. Also, how salary caps work, and why getting dizzy is fun, and playing professional football for $20 a game is a bad business decision. Rock On!
Dec 09, 2022•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 403
Tommy and Kevin are back to recap the All-Star Classic, Austin Gomez, Nicholas Cage, an App idea, and much more!
Nov 29, 2022•1 hr 14 min
This week's episode is up! Tommy and Kevin try to catch up on the wild November in the College Wrestling world.
Nov 17, 2022•1 hr 7 min
It is here! We made it 400 epsiodes and to celebrate we have the legendary Olympic Gold medalist, Kevin Jackson! Follow us at www.Bloodround.com @bloodround
Nov 09, 2022•1 hr 16 min
This week's episode Tommy & Kevin sit down in person to finish previewing NCAA weights (184, 197 & 285), discuss November, and give our honest assessments of The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent.
Nov 03, 2022•1 hr 7 min
A great episode here. Tommy and Kevin talk about U23 results, specifically Amit Elor's trip to Jupiter to take on their planets best. We also do our preseason coverage of 141-174. Spoiler alert, we pick Yianni to win 149. Also we talk about 7 second farts in public, and the joy that brings everyone. Rock on!
Oct 27, 2022•1 hr 29 min
This week we discuss the news that Quincy Monday has officially dropped to 157. We also talk about how Bears suck and wrestlers are vastly superior. Additionally, we preview weights 125-141.
Oct 19, 2022•1 hr 25 min
In this week's episode, we talk with Damion Hahn, the Head Wrestling Coach for South Dakota State University. We have the opportunity to talk with him about the team headed into this season, finishing up last season, some International successes, and about their coaching staff. Then we get to relive some of our favorite Damion Hahn moments with the man himself. Before we speak with Damion, we talk about the depth at 157. Enjoy!
Oct 12, 2022•1 hr 48 min
This week we discuss Fishing Scandals, Nick Suriano staying in Ann Arbor, some storylines to watch in the Big 12 (shoutout to Seth Duckworth), and we talk with Alma College Women's Wrestling Head Coach Katlyn Pizzo. We also talk about the difficulties of handling energetic kids and my difficulties with remaining calm while my kids play sports. Rock on!
Oct 05, 2022•59 min
We are the Champions of the World! I like to think this is what Freddie Mercury was writing about when he wrote that song. Anyway, we recap the World Championships, appreciate the place that USA Wrestling is in, both in Men's and Women's Freestyle, and we talk about what to expect in the future.
Sep 21, 2022•1 hr 34 min
This week we give you a quick hitting podcast. We talk briefly about some of the recent successes that the Women's Freestyle team has been having at the World Championships, including Dom Parrish's finger guns and World Title. We discuss a Beat The Street's Fundraiser that you can help with. Our following of SDSU as our adopted program for 2022-2023. Then we finish it off with a breeze through of the upcoming All Star Classic.
Sep 15, 2022•56 min
This week is our World Championship Preview Extravaganza! We go through Greco, Women's Freestyle, and Men's Freestyle! The wrestling gets started this Saturday morning, so listen up so you can be completely prepared for the 2022 UWW Wrestling Championships in Belgrade Serbia. I also mention 1 hour and 56 seconds... When clearly this was 1 hour and 56 minutes. It was a long day, but we finished strong. Rock on.
Sep 08, 2022•1 hr 56 min
This week we get a chance to connect with 2022 Ufer Award Winner, Mike Amine. In addition to congratulating him on that honor, we talk about Malik and Myles preparing for the World Championships in Serbia, as well as the excitement of Team 100. We also pick his brain on the how to parlay the skills you use in wrestling to be successful in the business world. Attitude Determines Altitude. Rock On.
Sep 01, 2022•1 hr 35 min
In this week's episode, we recap the U20 World Championships and then we get to Grant Leeth. We talk about his athletic career with Missouri, his experience wrestling for Coach Brian Smith, and his experiences Coaching with Stanford. He also shares his experiences working with Coach Rob Koll, and about their upcoming California RTC Combine on 9/17 and 9/18.
Aug 24, 2022•1 hr 15 min
This episode we have guest host Zach Bogle from Stalemates. We talk through some of the excitement that they've had with their recently with the UFC, as well as their Street League series. We comment on the recent events in wrestling, specifically Kayla Miracle making the World Team, Kenny Monday being named the head coach of Morgan State, and the U20 performances and upcoming matches. We finish strong with homer stories of ISU and CMU. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride.
Aug 16, 2022•1 hr 34 min
This week we are honored to speak with Joe Dubuque - Associate Head Coach of Princeton University Wrestling. We begin with discussing Davidson's hiring or Nate Carr Jr, as well as our experiences at the Michigan Wrestling golf outing. This week's episode is broken up into two parts due to user error. Admittedly, I mistakenly missed the first part of our interview with Coach Dubuque. We recapped after the interview with him to make sure we covered what we missed from the first part. He's a valued...
Aug 10, 2022•56 min
This week we are honored to speak with Joe Dubuque - Associate Head Coach of Princeton University Wrestling. We begin with discussing Davidson's hiring or Nate Carr Jr, as well as our experiences at the Michigan Wrestling golf outing. This week's episode is broken up into two parts due to user error. Admittedly, I mistakenly missed the first part of our interview with Coach Dubuque. We recapped after the interview with him to make sure we covered what we missed from the first part. He's a valued...
Aug 10, 2022•30 min
This week we talk with Phil Merrill. Phil was a high school rival of Tommy's, in just about every sport. We discuss some of the coaching experiences he's had, some impactful things he's seen as a fan and coach, and we talk about chopping wood for Dan Gable.
Aug 04, 2022•1 hr
This week we have CMU Associate Head Coach Ben Bennett! We discuss some of the leadership changes with the program, as well as some of the guys to watch stepping into the lineup. We also discuss how life gets complicated in our late 30s, and we discuss important things to remember the next time you're at Bennigans, while ordering a Monte Cristo, and your waitress's name is Mercedes.
Jul 28, 2022•1 hr 13 min
This week we were lucky enough to talk to Cleveland State Assistant Coach Domenic Abounader. He's been busy over the last year, and caps it off by joining a program on the rise. We also talk through general personal maintenance. It's necessary.
Jul 13, 2022•49 min
This week we talk about some of the potential Conference Reallignment stuff, then we talk to Daniel Elliott - Head Wrestling Coach of Gardner-Webb University. We finish things off with a parent corner. Whatever your natural talent level is, on a scale of 1-10, make sure your effort level is at a 10.
Jul 07, 2022•1 hr 23 min
Tommy and Kevin discuss the rankings, some coaching changes, transfers, and the Mediterranean Games results. We also discuss the generational aspects of wrestling versus other sports. Not the bussiests time in wrestling, but come hang with us anyway, and we'll make jokes and talk some trash. We also discuss Golf and Skiing culture, and our thoughts.
Jun 30, 2022•1 hr 7 min
In this weeks episode we talk to Chance Leonard about The Price of Legacy, the Documentary he made on Perry Oklahoma. We also discuss the results of Final X in NYC, and Tommy drops some big news on Parent Corner.
Jun 16, 2022•2 hr 16 min
