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 that Sergei Beloglazov has made. We wrap it up with his plans for Paris and a parent corner from us. Enjoy and Rock On!
Jul 18, 2024•56 min
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.
Jul 10, 2024•52 min
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 CMU, and we wrap it up by talking about the foundation layers of the program. We also talk through how long it takes to make Casey Cunningham exhauste...
Jun 25, 2024•1 hr 41 min
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 High School coach in Allen Texas. Then we talk through his upcoming wrestling for CLAW, and what we can look forward to with that.
Jun 18, 2024•1 hr 4 min
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 the transition to coaching. Rock On!
Jun 06, 2024•1 hr 22 min
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!
May 30, 2024•1 hr 7 min
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 finish up by congratulating Malik Amine on a great career and we get to parent corner.
May 14, 2024•1 hr 23 min
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.
May 08, 2024•44 min
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.
Apr 24, 2024•1 hr 48 min
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!
Apr 17, 2024•2 hr 3 min
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!
Mar 27, 2024•1 hr 57 min
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!
Mar 19, 2024•1 hr 32 min
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 experiences and a quick parent corner. Rock on!
Mar 13, 2024•1 hr 24 min
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 the excitement that can be 149. Finish with a brief tribute to my daughter getting me into Taylor Swift. Rock On!
Mar 07, 2024•44 min
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 some movie recommendations. Rock on!
Feb 28, 2024•1 hr 32 min
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!
Feb 14, 2024•58 min
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 head coach, his story competing, and how he developed into the coach and team he has today. We wrap up with a breakdown of Wyoming wrestling's recent act...
Feb 07, 2024•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 453
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 Freestyle fun this weekend, RBY wrestling for Mexico, and we update you on Wyoming wrestling and their three dual win streak. Rock On!
Jan 31, 2024•1 hr 6 min
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 by match. Rock On!!!
Jan 24, 2024•1 hr 18 min
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 philosophies that developed. Then he talks with us about the program and what he's learned about the team and area since taking over. There's also some pa...
Jan 10, 2024•1 hr 16 min
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 of fun! Rock On!
Jan 10, 2024•1 hr 21 min
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!
Jan 03, 2024•1 hr 10 min
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 awesome Andrew Alirez is. Rock On!
Dec 20, 2023•1 hr 42 min
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 with the Women's Pan Am Qualifier situation. Essentially, world medalist challenge matches, and quite a bit of them. We finish up w a quick review of...
Dec 13, 2023•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 446
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 also talk Rayvon Foley and some of his favorite people he's met through the years. We wrap with a Cliff Keen recap, parent corner, and Rock On!
Dec 06, 2023•1 hr 30 min
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!
Nov 28, 2023•1 hr 23 min
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!
Nov 15, 2023•1 hr 5 min
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 weight classes. We also talk about how the Creed Brothers were promoted to Monday Night RAW, and we realize that we need to go see them. Rock On!!!...
Nov 08, 2023•1 hr 16 min
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 anyway. Expand your mind. Rock on.
Oct 31, 2023•1 hr 15 min
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 his many influences. He also breaks down the incoming Freshman class and what we can expect from this crew. Get Wild, and Rock On.
Oct 25, 2023•1 hr 34 min
