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The annual dive into Jason Bryant's D1 Preview Guide – Mat Stats 42

It’s the annual stats mound of news, notes, facts, data and more as co-host Jason...

Intermat Podcast Conference Previews + Anthony Knox situation – IWP 3-5-25

We have reached the post season! During this week's conversation, the crew discusses the different conferences that they cover and give some insight into the allocations, some dark horses, and how the team races could look. They also talk a little bit about the Anthony Knox situation.

Previewing the 2025 NAIA Men's Wrestling National Championships

Looking at the upcoming 2025 NAIA Men's Wrestling National Championships.

Bloodround #489 with Ryan Holmes

Kevin Claunch is joined by InterMat podcast co-host Ryan Holmes.

#PackMentality Pop-Ins Podcast: Ep. 136 – ACC Championship Preview

The postseason is finally here! All through preseason and during the regular season you will hear many coaches and athletes talk about getting to March.

Coaches' Rankings need to go + IowaOK State recap + Lee vs Ono card – IWP 2-26-25

Dual meets have come to an end with some fireworks and it's time to prep for the post season. In this week's conversation the guys discuss how the coaches' rankings need to go.

Bloodround #488 with Austin Sommer

This week, Kevin is joined by Austin Sommer, one of the counterparts on the Intermat podcast. They talk through some of his experiences growing up in the Lehigh Valley and with the sport of wrestling.

West Virginia's Dr. Bill Welker: A career in wrestling from almost every angle

Jason Bryant hosts the Short Time Wrestling Podcast, featuring Dr. Bill Welker, a longtime wrestling coach, referee, and journalist.

Ducking by Ferrari & Miller + Inconsistent Refs + NC StateVT and OK StateIowa Previews – IWP 2-20-25

The crew discusses AJ Ferrari and Ethen Miller sitting out for big matches and whether or not they were ducking.

Exploring the journey to women's collegiate wrestling championships – Mat Stats 41

MatStats does a shout out to the NCAA for approving women’s wrestling a championship sport.  We do a quick history of women’s intercollegiate sports organizations.

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Exploring the journey to women's collegiate wrestling championships – Mat Stats 41

MatStats does a shout out to the NCAA for approving women’s wrestling a championship sport.  We do a quick history of women’s intercollegiate sports organizations.

Looking at the history of the National Duals – Mat Stats 40

MatStats does a recap and brief history of the NWCA/USMC National Duals.  We do an analysis on past tourneys. 

Be True To Your School: Analyzing the NFHS Participation Stats (Part 2) – Mat Stats 39

Analyzing the growth of high school wrestling participation.

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. 

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THE GO EARN IT PODCAST

Drew Foster: A resilient champ who's still in search of the big bracket – Go Earn It Ep. 41

Drew Foster, a two-time All-American at Northern Iowa, discussed his journey as a four-sport athlete in high school and the benefits of versatility.

Pat Santoro: Wrestling, Growth, and the Pursuit of Excellence – Go Earn It Ep. 40

Lehigh head coach Pat Santoro checks in with Shane Sparks on the latest Go Earn It Podcast.

Kendric Maple's rise from Wichita to NCAA champion – Go Earn It Ep. 39

Kendric Maple joins Shane Sparks on Episode 39 of 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.

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THE INTERMATWRESTLE PODCAST

Intermat Podcast Conference Previews + Anthony Knox situation – IWP 3-5-25

We have reached the post season! During this week's conversation, the crew discusses the different conferences that they cover and give some insight into the allocations, some dark horses, and how the team races could look. They also talk a little bit about the Anthony Knox situation.

Coaches' Rankings need to go + IowaOK State recap + Lee vs Ono card – IWP 2-26-25

Dual meets have come to an end with some fireworks and it's time to prep for the post season. In this week's conversation the guys discuss how the coaches' rankings need to go.

Ducking by Ferrari & Miller + Inconsistent Refs + NC StateVT and OK StateIowa Previews – IWP 2-20-25

The crew discusses AJ Ferrari and Ethen Miller sitting out for big matches and whether or not they were ducking.

Intermat Podcast Repicking our way-too-early NCAA Champs + Jax Forrest's commitment – IWP 2-12-25

The final top five domino is off the board as Jax Forrest made his college commitment to Oklahoma State.

Intermat Podcast Bo Bassett Commits + Hodge Talk + Old School vs New School Wrestling Shoes – IWP 2-5-25

In this week conversation the team discusses Bo Bassett's commitment to Iowa and reflect on the new school of recruiting along with who is in the lead for the Hodge this year.

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BLOODROUND

Bloodround #489 with Ryan Holmes

Kevin Claunch is joined by InterMat podcast co-host Ryan Holmes.

Bloodround #488 with Austin Sommer

This week, Kevin is joined by Austin Sommer, one of the counterparts on the Intermat podcast. They talk through some of his experiences growing up in the Lehigh Valley and with the sport of wrestling.

Bloodround #487 with Robbie Wendell

This week, Kevin Claunch is joined by Robbie Wendell who covers the ACC for Intermat and is a part of the Intermat podcast.

Bloodround #486 with Justin Oliver of Northwestern

This week, Kevin talks with Justin Oliver – Assistant Wrestling Coach at Northwestern University.

Bloodround #485 recapping the action with Claunchinator

Kevin flies solo this week, breaking down the week of wrestling.

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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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