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5PM62: Northern Michigan's Patrick Curran picking things up quickly

Patrick Curran of Northern Michigan University's National Training Site is one of the US Greco-Roman program's brightest young prospects.

Be True To Your School: Analyzing the NFHS Participation Stats (Part 1) – Mat Stats 38

MatStats does its second annual assessment of HS wrestling numbers.  We analyze the participation numbers and growth of wrestling. 

Bloodround #482: Kevin flies solo and dives into the nuances of what happens in those six minutes

This week it's just Kevin. He recaps how good Illinois has been this season, as well as some of the action from CKLV.

InterMat Wrestling Podcast CKLV Picks + Predictions + Matches to watch – IWP 12-5-24

The crew goes weight-by-weight and discusses this weekend's 2024 Cliff Keen Las Vegas Collegiate Wrestling Invitational field and makes their picks and predictions for the upcoming tournament.

Previewing Vegas with coach Tony Ersland – AAS6E4

Coach Tony Ersland and host Tanner Lipsett talk about the strong start to the 2024-25 Dual Season and preview this week's trip to the Cliff Keen Invitational in Las Vegas. 

PackMentality Pop-Ins Podcast Ep. 131 – Las Vegas Preview

The top in-season tournament of the season is going on this weekend in Las Vegas, the annual Cliff Keen Invite. Nine of the top 12 teams in this week's NWCA Coaches Poll will all be sending athletes, including NC State for the third straight year.

InterMat Wrestling Podcast Gable's return, ACC vs B1G, PSU Lineup, CyHawk & UNC's 2-piece singlet – IWP 11-27-24

So much went on in week 4. This week we discuss Gable Steveson's first match back, ACC vs B1G dual meets, what's happening with PSU's lineup after Black Knight finals, CyHawk and our thoughts on UNC's 2-piece singlet.

Always Aggressive: Coach Sueflohn talks about the recruiting class – AAS6E3

Assistant Coach Jake Sueflohn joins host Tanner Lipsett to discuss the latest news in the Purdue Wrestling world including the newest Boilermakers with the Class of 2024 recruiting class officially signed.

PackMentality Pop-Ins Podcast Ep. 130 – Previewing Utah Valley State and Recapping Three Dual Wins

On location from the USA Wrestling headquarters in Colorado, co-host Trent Hidlay sits down with NC State head coach Pat Popolizio for a PACKed episode #130 of the #PackMentality Pop-Ins Podcast.

InterMat Wrestling Podcast: All-Star Classic Recap + Big Matchups In Week 4

The InterMat crew discusses the NWCA All-Star Classic plus the other big time duals that went down in week 3 before diving into what we are looking forward to watching this week.

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Be True To Your School: Analyzing the NFHS Participation Stats (Part 1) – Mat Stats 38

MatStats does its second annual assessment of HS wrestling numbers.  We analyze the participation numbers and growth of wrestling. 

The impact of the 3-point takedown on college wrestling: Part 3 – Mat Stats 37

Finishing up the three-part series on the three-point takedown's impact on the postseason championships.

The impact of the 3-point takedown on college wrestling: Part 2 – Mat Stats 36

Part 2 of the Mat Stats Show's series on looking at the impact of the 3-point takedown.

Live from the NWCA Convention: Taking a look at the Olympic wrestling competition – Mat Stats 35

Glenn Gormley and Kevin Hazard are live at the NWCA Convention talking about the U.S. prospectus at the Olympic Games.

The impact of the 3-point takedown on college wrestling: Part 1 – Mat Stats 34

A look at the impact of the 3-point takedown had on the NCAA championships.

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THE GO EARN IT PODCAST

From Underdog to Champion: Mark Branch’s Wrestling Journey – Go Earn It Ep. 38

Mark Branch should be regarded as an all-timer in college wrestling lore. Hear what he's got to say about his career with Shane Sparks.

AJ Schopp: The Grind, the Pins, and the Journey Back to Edinboro – Go Earn It Ep. 37

Check out Shane Sparks’ interview with A.J. School on Episode 37 of the Go Earn It Podcast.

Darian Cruz: From the Lehigh Valley to the Olympic Games – Go Earn It Ep. 36

Check out Shane Sparks’ interview with Darian Cruz on Episode 36 of the Go Earn It Podcast.

Teague Moore: Overcoming Challenges, Winning a National Title, and Honoring His Father’s Legacy – Go Earn It Ep. 35

Check out Shane Sparks’ interview with Teague Moore on Episode 35 of the Go Earn It Podcast.

Cody Brewer: Chasing competition, mentorship and The Punisher – Go Earn It Ep. 34

Check out Shane Sparks’ interview with Cody Brewer on Episode 34 of the Go Earn It Podcast.

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InterMat Wrestling Podcast CKLV Picks + Predictions + Matches to watch – IWP 12-5-24

The crew goes weight-by-weight and discusses this weekend's 2024 Cliff Keen Las Vegas Collegiate Wrestling Invitational field and makes their picks and predictions for the upcoming tournament.

InterMat Wrestling Podcast Gable's return, ACC vs B1G, PSU Lineup, CyHawk & UNC's 2-piece singlet – IWP 11-27-24

So much went on in week 4. This week we discuss Gable Steveson's first match back, ACC vs B1G dual meets, what's happening with PSU's lineup after Black Knight finals, CyHawk and our thoughts on UNC's 2-piece singlet.

InterMat Wrestling Podcast: All-Star Classic Recap + Big Matchups In Week 4

The InterMat crew discusses the NWCA All-Star Classic plus the other big time duals that went down in week 3 before diving into what we are looking forward to watching this week.

InterMat Wrestling Podcast Week 2 Recap + Gable Steveson Returns to College Wrestling – IWP 11-13-24

Week 2 gave us a lot of action and a ton of upset. We take a look at the performances that stuck out to us along with the return of Gable Steveson to college wrestling.

Intermat Wrestling Podcast Week 1 Recap – IWP 11-6-24

We finally got some competition last week and it was everything we thought it would be.

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BLOODROUND

Bloodround #482: Kevin flies solo and dives into the nuances of what happens in those six minutes

This week it's just Kevin. He recaps how good Illinois has been this season, as well as some of the action from CKLV.

Bloodround #481: All-Star Classic fun, Gable's back, too!

This week Tommy and Kevin talk about some of our recent up close and personal wrestling experiences we had this weekend.

Bloodround #480: Let's talk about the season, because it's here!

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.

Bloodround #479: The boys talk wrestling conspiracies?

This week we talk through the recent events from non-Olympic weight world championships and some conspiracy theories about blackouts and “random” draws.

Bloodround #478: All-Star Classic Chatter

Tommy and Kevin play dress up and talk about the All-Star Classic.

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HALL OF FAME LEGENDS

2024 Tribute & Induction: Logan Stieber, Distinguished Member

The tribute speeches and induction ceremony for 2024 National Wrestling Hall of Fame Distinguished Member Logan Stieber.

2024 Tribute & Induction: Coleman Scott, Distinguished Member

The tribute speeches and induction ceremony for 2024 National Wrestling Hall of Fame Distinguished Member Coleman Scott.

2024 Tribute & Induction: Toccara Montgomery, Distinguished Member

The tribute speeches and induction ceremony for 2024 National Wrestling Hall of Fame Distinguished Member Toccara Montgomery.

2024 Tribute & Induction: Tadaaki Hatta, Distinguished Member

The tribute speeches and induction ceremony for 2024 National Wrestling Hall of Fame Distinguished Member Tadaaki Hatta.

2024 Tribute & Induction: Col. Steve Banach, Outstanding American

The tribute speeches and induction ceremony for 2024 National Wrestling Hall of Fame Outstanding American recipient Col. Steve Banach. 

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Previewing Vegas with coach Tony Ersland – AAS6E4

Coach Tony Ersland and host Tanner Lipsett talk about the strong start to the 2024-25 Dual Season and preview this week's trip to the Cliff Keen Invitational in Las Vegas. 

Always Aggressive: Coach Sueflohn talks about the recruiting class – AAS6E3

Assistant Coach Jake Sueflohn joins host Tanner Lipsett to discuss the latest news in the Purdue Wrestling world including the newest Boilermakers with the Class of 2024 recruiting class officially signed.

Always Aggressive: Looking toward the Tiger Style Invite – AAS6E2

Head Assistant Coach Leroy Vega joins host Tanner Lipsett this week to talk about the season-opening dual win at Garnder-Webb, this week's action at the Tiger Style Invitational in Kansas City

Always Aggressive: Purdue season preview – AAS6E1

Coach Tony Ersland and friends talk about the Boilermakers and the world of college wrestling.

Recapping Rutgers and heading west for Iowa, Nebraska – AAS5E8

Coach Tony Ersland joins hosts Cory Palm and Tanner Lipsett to discuss the results from the team's Big Ten opening dual with #14 Rutgers before previewing this weekend's road trip to #2 Iowa and #3 Nebraska.

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