Hawk Talk: The Official Monmouth Athletics Podcast

Field Hockey player Reese Bloomstead opens up about Tangled, the insanity of playing defense on a penalty corner, Tswift vs Beyonce and the challenge of being an education major and a student-athlete. The episode wraps up with fall sports, Blue/White Night and more! 

Monmouth men's soccer defender Olle Brorsson is episode 56's feature guest and we talk to the Hawk center back about the team in the middle of a CAA run, pregame routines, growing up in Sweden playing futbol and ice hockey, his intensity on the field and more. A surprise co-host in Athletics Department employee Rosaly Rivera joins the back end of the show.

A one-on-one with Monmouth Women's Soccer Goalie Cassie Coster - who dishes on who has the hardest shot on the team, what her pregame rituals are, what the mindset is of this team (which as of the taping had not let up a goal in CAA play) and more! Gary and Greg preview the homecoming game against Lehigh and touch on the upcoming basketball season including some key dates.

Get ready for kickoff with Monmouth offensive stars Jaden Shirden and Greg Anderson. Shirden, the best running back in the FCS and all-league selection Greg Anderson give a preview of what Hawk fans can expect this year. The duo break down pregame music selection, what makes the offense so good, assistant coaches Sam Dorsett and Jeff Gallo and more.  Greg and Gary break down the first 10 days of fall sports competition, go over the basketball non-conference schedules and give a glimpse to when the CAA basketball schedule might be completed.

Former linebacker Christian Runza joins the show to chat about his time at Monmouth, coaching professional football and his where he gets his gourmet cooking skills from. 

Episode 52 features the final interview with departing Director of Athletics Jeff Stapleton. Jeff recaps 33 years with some of his favorite moments, the hiring of Coach Kevin Callahan and the start of the football program, a very important solicitation of TAPES, athlete of the year announcements and what Gary plans on doing for the 4th of July.

Head Basketball Coach King Rice joins the show to cover a wide range of topics, including NIL, the four newest Hawks, adding Xander Rice to the roster and what the most important quality in a recruit is. The final section of the show will touch on the Golf Outing, Jeff Stapleton's retirement, Trey Dombroski's dominance in Fayetteville and more.

Monmouth's all-time leading scorer in Men's Lacrosse joins the podcast to talk about his journey from MU to the U and his current position as the Tennessee Titans Manager of Football Strategy. Lots of CAA Talk, Lots of NFL Talk and Gary and Greg break down current Hawks in the pros with football and baseball taking center stage. 

Men's golf coach and former PGA Tour Pro Bill Britton is this the guest, talking about the Master's (which he finished 7th), why the US Open is his favorite major, a rundown of the 2022-23 Hawks heading into the final two weeks of the season and much much more. Gary and Greg break down the new pitch clock in college baseball, talk about an article you should be checking out and what events to keep on your calendar coming up. 

Men's lacrosse senior defenseman Tommy Gray is this episode's guest, covering the rise of Shore area lacrosse, getting an advanced degree in lacrosse from Coach Geison, an NFL opportunity, why he came to Monmouth and DMX ahead of this weekend's Family Day event at Kessler Stadium. Gary and Greg cover Giving Days, recap NIL Speaker Series held on campus, Steve Bazaz gets a shoutout and more on Hawk Talk Episode 48.

Big time episode of Hawk Talk presented by RWJBarnabas as Women's Lacrosse graduate student MK George joins the show to talk about the '23 Hawks, MU WLAX's first win over Elon, competing with her family in lifeguard competitions, Adam Sandler and more!  Stick around to hear about 2023 Giving Days - all the challenge gifts and the easiest way to help support the Hawk teams you love! 

Head Women's Basketball Coach Ginny Boggess recaps the CAA Championship, talks about her group of seniors, the matchup with Tennessee Tech and more. 

Hawk running back Owen Wright is Episode 45's guest. Wright takes us through his journey training for Monmouth's Pro Day, what his experience in the NFLPA Bowl was like, his record-tying 99-yard run, the lessons off the field football and his grandfather taught him. 

Monmouth Baseball Coach Dean Ehehalt is the guest on episode 44 of Hawk Talk. Coach Ehehalt covers keeping the team focused for the comeback win over Maine, the impressive success of his former assistants, recruiting New Jersey and some bonus content on the best concert he's ever attended.   Gary and Greg breakdown the upcoming weekend's events and the almost manic schedule of last weekend's Virginia trip.

Monmouth Head Men's and Women's XC/Track & Field Coach Mike Nelson previews his team before heading to the CAA Indoor Championships. Listen to Coach Nelson talk on recruiting, how he prepares his team for a championship, what is the one event he'd like to try that he hasn't, best place to eat around Monmouth & more. Gary and Greg give a breakdown of the winter sports and the start of spring sports and go into detail about the pros and cons of the CAA resigning with FloSports. 

On the heels of a three-game win streak and a dominant performance against Drexel, Monmouth sophomore guard Tahron Allen joins the podcast to talk about NYC basketball, why he chose Monmouth, an inside scoop at his tattoos and the best places to eat in Monmouth County and in NY. 

The focus of Episode 41 is on Monmouth Women's Basketball as guards Ariana Vanderhoop and Bri Tinsley stop by to give us their thoughts on the season, handling the pressure of expanding roles, who the best opponent guard is in the CAA, the team's biggest win this season, why pregame TicTok's lead to threes and you might even get a few baking tips (well one really)!    Follow Bri (tinsley_1) and Ari (cbg_ari) on IG! 

Football alum Shawn Clarke joins the podcast, educating on the rules of Rugby, his favorite Monmouth football moment, which of his former MU teammates would make the best rugby players, trying out for the US National Team and something we can all use, Valentine's Day tips!  Greg and Gary breakdown the CAA Football Schedule, upcoming hoops promotional schedule and the FCS and FBS National Championship games.

One of MU Baseball's best, Andrew Meyers '09 joins Hawk Talk and reflects on his time in West Long Branch, including the impact Coach Ehehalt had on him, the correct way to say Nevada, what makes a "Cowboy", his incredible success as an entrepreneur (check out Kaptyn.com), the secrets to keeping child birthing a secret & more. Gary and Greg spend a little bit of time covering Football Signing Day.

Bear Spray, Aviator sunglasses, working with clay for money and launching yourself 16 feet in the air on a carbon pole, we've got it all covered with Hawk Talk Episode 38's guest junior Dalton Yeust of the men's track and field team.  We also cover the upcoming men's and women's basketball games and a quick recap of the Syracuse MBB matchup.

Women's Basketball senior Lucy Thomas joins the podcast to talk about her final season, the chemistry of the team, her favorite Christmas song and more! Gary and Greg cover Jaden Shirden's Walter Payton Award, swimmings and indoor track's start and many other topics.

Monmouth women's tennis senior Zoë Klapman joins the podcast to talk about her unbelievable internship at Climate, her favorite class, discusses the impact of having a MU legend as a Coach in Patrice Murray & more!

Myles Foster, junior on the men's basketball team is the guest on Episode 35. Myles dishes on his favorite away game, taking a leadership role on a young team, his ideal Thanksgiving dinner, pregame music and more. Greg and Gary cover the end of football season and the upcoming basketball schedule.

On the 34th edition of Hawk Talk, Greg and Gary welcome in Arnise King, the Assistant AD for Academic Support at Monmouth. Arnise is a major drive behind the University's Diversity, Equity & Inclusion initiatives and has helped organize and run the NCAA DEI Social Media Campaign. Hawktalk is presented in part by RWJ Barnebas 

Its a bitter sweet episode of Hawk Talk as Eddy Occhipinti bids farewell to a 16+ year career in Division I Athletics at Monmouth University. Hear Eddy recount his favorite moments, learn what his plans are and how you'll be able to hear him still calling Monmouth contests.

Monmouth Field Hockey's All-Time leading scorer, Belgium native Annick Van Lange joins Hawk Talk. Find out about her journey across the Atlantic to play for the Hawks, get insight into Field Hockey's "RPO" and Annick dishes on the popularity of her pregame music choice. 

Monmouth alum and current Offensive Coordinator Jeff Gallo is the guest for episode 31. Coach Gallo breaks down the offensive staff, what makes Monmouth so special, the best practice day of the week and how important coffee is to the success of the Hawks.   

Monmouth women's soccer student athlete Lauren Karabin talks about her path to Monmouth, the transition of the coaching staff, the closeness of her team, dancing on tic-tok, her involvement with the 'Best Buddies' program and more!  Eddy and Greg break down the Monmouth Football TV deal and how awesome the student section was in the Fordham game.

Its a swan song for one of the hardest working, most dedicated people to ever work at Monmouth Athletics, Mike Iuliucci who heads out after years of service. He recounts some of his favorite moments, his NFL experience, what it takes to be the best equipment manager in the game and more. Greg and Eddy break down some weekend's football games as well as preview the CAA opener against New Hampshire.

Monmouth Field Hockey Head Coach Carli Figlio joins the show to give a glimpse into her past, her coaching philosophy, Canada, the best spot to eat in the Jersey Shore and more. Additionally, Greg & Eddy break down Week 0 of NCAA Football. 

Monmouth Men's Soccer Captain Ben Zakowski joins the show and discusses his LLC, why he chose Monmouth, impressive Tik Tok numbers, the secret fuel to his success and more! 

Women's Soccer Coach Kylee Flynn chats about the start of the season, elevating from assistant coach to head coach, being too humble (in our opinion) about her playing career at Tennessee, dishes on which shows are the best on Netflix and which are the best to let your kids watch!  Can't miss episode with the Head Coach of Monmouth Women's Soccer! 

Hawk Talk is back from a bit of a hiatus with new QB Coach Jimmy Robertson. Coach Robertson, a hall of fame QB in his time at RPI, goes over the current QB room, why its always important to stay '68 and Breezy', the development of Tony Muskett and more!  One of the best in the business at the social media game, follow him on twitter @JimRobertsonQB 

Former Monmouth basketball player Justin Robinson is the guest. JRob talks about the steps of his professional career, why playing in the JSBL is so fun, the meal that he gets requested to make and more!  Eddy and Greg break down the hiring of Kylie Flynn as the new women's soccer coach, talk about the official start of the CAA era and go on an impromptu extended "football and the changing conference landscape" conversation. 

Monmouth football alumni Darnell Leslie talks about playing in the NFL, graduating with a double major, owning real estate and his playing time at Monmouth as the Hawks transitioned from the NEC to the Big South. Eddy & Greg cover the Hall of Fame, the most successful Golf Outing in Monmouth history and MDN winning a SVG award for the first time! 

Monmouth women's soccer senior A'Liah Moore joins the podcast, talking about the impact she's trying to make on DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion) initiatives, getting involved with her local NAACP Chapter at an early age, her internship with Monmouth Medical Center, learning to be a better athlete as a freshman and more!  

Associate AD Gary Kowal joins the show and talks Monmouth baseball, his favorite Men's Basketball win of all time, the NFL schedule, the outstanding student-athlete GPAs at MU and more!

Monmouth Director of Strength and Conditioning Tim Rehm is the guest - covering a wide variety of topics including how he got his start, working in the SEC, how he prepares student-athletes to compete at the highest level, ranking the Batman films, what makes Monmouth so special and if Eartha Kitt was the best Catwoman.

Episode 18 covers the upcoming events hosted by the Department of Athletics, the Hawk teams headed towards MAAC titles and NCAA bids, The NFL Draft and Monmouth football players playing professionally and more! 

Monmouth track athlete Tennessee Tremain is the guest - find out about his travels, whether its tougher to be the lead off or anchor of a relay, the origin of his awesome name and more on the 18th episode of Hawk Talk.

Monmouth Head Men's Tennis Coach Chris Leicht is this episodes guest, recently leading the Hawks to another MAAC regular season title. Leicht covers his decision to take the Monmouth job, how he sells international recruits, getting the team ready to win, his favorite tennis pros growing up and more.   Follow Leicht on twitter @LeichtChris    Makes sure to subscribe to get new episodes as soon as they drop! #FlyHawks

Monmouth Women's Lacrosse midfielder Cassidy Orban joins the show. Orban is a grad transfer from Vanderbilt and currently is second on the team in goals and points along with being first in draw controls.    A lot of great insight into how important it is to play multiple sports, what it takes to win a draw control and a pregame beverage that gives her an edge.

Monmouth Senior Women's Administrator Jen Sansevero talks about the importance of the role in college athletics, her path to the position and a few other surprises.

Monmouth quarterback Tony Muskett is the guest as we talk CAA Football Schedule release, Monmouth Giving Days and more! 

Monmouth men's lacrosse player Connor Macrae talks about the team's last few games, winning the MAAC title last year and heading to the CAA. Giving Day, the MAAC Tournament in AC and more covered.

MU Color Analyst Steve Bazaz breaks down the 2022 Men's and Women's MAAC Tournaments.

Former Hawk baseball Cary Jacobson '16 joins to talk about his role with Resorts World Las Vegas, the Hawks and his favorite memories on the diamond.

Monmouth baseball ace pitcher Trey Dombroski is the guest, covering the Cape League, playing at MU with his brother, keeping his focus and more.

Guest is Head Softball Coach Shannon Salsburg, torrid start to men's tennis, swimming at the MAACs, upcoming hoops schedule.

Guest is Marcus McClary of the MBB team, WBB team, MAAC Championships

Guest is MU Bowling Coach Karen Grygiel, topics cover National Signing Day, National Girls & Women in Sports Day, baseball's community involvement and NY Giant Great Pepper Johnson!