What In The Whirl?

Our Whirly heroes are joined by The Innovator and his National Champion wife to have a pre nationals discussion. Listen in to find out who is currently in the lead for paid registration. What are the house rules this year. Noah's opinion on whether catching a rebound off the backboard is an extension or not. Is Sully from Cleveland really the voice of Whirlyball and so much more!

Our heroes are joined by none other than the host of the What in the Whirl Limited Division Episode Mr. John Hanson aka Johnny Buckets! John talks his whirlyball origins and Noah provides some much desired updates for the upcoming Nationals tournament.

Steve and Noah find themselves in the company of none other than Texas's celebrity Whirlyball sweetheart, Mr. John "Johnny Buckets" Hansen, What in the Whirl East Edition's Aaron "Chilly" Olah and the Windy City Edition's very own Dan "The Innovator" Doherty. This meeting of the minds break down the 2025 Hurst Texas Invitational, the upcoming National Tournament in Seattle and the state of Whirlyball Nation wide. Meanwhile, Mark is nowhere to be found and it was concluded that he yet again has missed out due to his desire to use the restroom.

The year is 2025, our heroes share the latest and greatest on and off the court. With quite a number of Whirlyball events on the horizon, Steve, Mark and Noah provide the latest and greatest on the who, what, where, when and why!

Live from Seattle Whirlyball (except Mark) our heroes are joined by Justin " Tough Shit" Dewitt to find out how the Jeremy Bennettless Jeremy Bennett Invitational turned out in Novi. There's a curious discussion on what it means to go all the way, Mark's encounter with a certain hall of famer and wrapping things up with preliminary details regarding the 2025 Whirllyball National Tournament being held in Seattle. Finally, because it was asked, find out who amongst the Pod Fathers is the most cuddly.

Our heroes discuss the latest media members of the What in the Whirl across the nation. They're also joined by Seattle's very own 2 time National Champion Jeff Jackson who shares his Whirlyball story, thoughts and experiences after this year's tournament.

The Ambassador, Kram Yar Sllim and everyone's good friend Mr. Noah Aaron share their thoughts, experiences and also break down the 40th Annual Whirlyball Nationals Tournament.

20 days to go until Nationals, our heroes are joined by fellow National Champion from Chicago Bill Zerinskas to discuss final preparations, teams/rosters and their final predictions.

Nearly a month until the battle for the national title in Vernon Hills Chicago, our heroes discuss the upcoming tournament by touching on the team/center representation along with the latest news on the Unlimited Tournament.

This time around our heroes catch up on the good and the bad butt of the Dallas Invitational, Chicago Super Practice and the upcoming national tournament.

Our heroes are joined by Cleveland's Joshua Hersmann to discuss his past, present and future in the sport of Whirlyball. We also dive deep into the upcoming Texas invite, bumper boats and a beginnings of a brand new segment!

Have you ever watched the Texas Whirlyball League Live stream and ever wondered what an AG, OR or PC are? Our heroes seek those answers along with what's going on across the country with the National Players Committee, the upcoming invite in Hurst and the ever controversial Unlimited Tournament topic! With special guest Steve "Snowy" Swanson.

Our long forgotten heroes have returned to fill in the whirly whirled on Minnesota's first invitational, national league activity and the upcoming February invitational. Plus, we get a new word definition from everyone's good friend!

Join our heroes as they breakdown their observations and best moments of this year's Whirluball Nationals Tournament. Hear the all the riveting answers to the community's questions which include but are not limited to, "Is Brad Peters really an all Division Champion?" "What is good butt vs bad butt?" and many more. To all our listeners. Thank you, thank you, thank you.

Our heroes return to touch base on the good, bad and controversial! Everything from the unfortunate closure of the Atlanta Center, upcoming tournaments/invitationals, the Unlimited discussion and a heart felt tribute to a member of the Whirlyball family. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you

Your heroes return from Texas from an invite of the best of the best. The Sam Kim upper/lower inaugural invite. We hope you enjoy as they talk about the format, the play time and a little controversy. And even better they're joined by friend of the podcast JT. So get your bbq brisket ready for a fun listen.

The whirly heroes once again find themselves among friendly company with the likes of Brandon "Beef Stew" Stewart and Joe "JT" Tiffany. They discuss the latest involving the Seattle League scene along with the upcoming 2023 Inaugural Sam Kim Invitational, 2023 National Tournament in Cleveland and the first ever Minnesota Invitational. This episode also features a debut commercial from a familiar scoop company!

Lack of sleep nor a very delayed pizza delivery could keep our heroes from completing the 2nd Annual Whirlyball Fantasty Draft. This episode featuring guest and co-drafter, Texas's very own Alex "Doc" Deuerling!

Steve, Mark and Noah are joined by Seattle's latest National winners Melissa and Randy to discuss all of the good, great and awesomeness that occurred at the 2022 Whirlyball Nationals Tournament in Hurst Texas. They break down each division along with individual player performances in what is arguably one of, if not the longest episode in the podcast's illustrious existence!

It's that time of year where our heroes share analysis and break down the divisions and teams for the upcoming Whirlyball Nationals Tournament being held at the center in Hurst Texas. They've even sought the assistance of the community's very own Frank Myers to co-host and share his invaluable insight.

Your heroes have returned from the Chicago invite. But while they were there they got the opportunity to interview Whirlyball CEO Adam Elias. Well, not all if them...

Our heroes are joined by Seattle's very own Barrett Davis as guest host to spread the good word of Whirly. Additionally they're most fortunate to be joined by Chicago's Bill Zerinskas to discuss the upcoming Whirlyball Invitational.

As the title suggests, things arguably go off the rails as our heroes get caught up in some random tangents! Yet all is well in the land as they eventually found their way back to Whirlyball. Listen as they catch up on current league statuses around the nation and discuss the upcoming invitational in Chicago.

Our heroes get the opportunity to talk to someone they've been chasing for years. It's a little late because of the busy holidays, but heres the one with Joe... Love you.

Our heroes are joined by the #1 overall pick in the 2021 Whirlyball Nationals Players Draft Zack Wegner along with a Facebook live audience. They get to know Zach and touch on the draft process. 

Our heroes have a draft party, and whirlyball draft party. It's been talked about for awhile and finally we do a fantasy draft. You might love or hate our picks, but its all for the conversations.

In this "lost" episode our heroes are too drunk. And that explains the episode. You're welcome...

Whilst drinking a hearty Irish Mead, our heroes are joined Michigan's newest National Champion, the WhirlyFreak Gus Zirkle to recap the 2021 Whirlyball Nationals Tournament. Together they touch on the winners and non-winners as well as the pros and potential cons. This self proclaimed Media Whirlyball Cabal also discusses their views, ideas and plans to improve the livestream and commentary experience for future tournaments. Ignore Mark's phone notifications. He's kind of a big deal.

Our heroes return and with they're reoccurring friend Brandon Stewart. Hope you enjoy as the ambassador, community member and the other 2 guys discuss the upcoming nationals, teams, players and more. I know you will...

Woah, our heroes are already back with a new episode! And this time they brought a guest, Seattles own Barrett Davis. We learn how he started, when it was booming, where he's gone and of course some team Ramrod talk. And enjoy the rush of rapid fire questions because maybe people were glaring at them from the outside waiting for the interview to end so they had enough people for one more game. Maybe...

It's been 2 years (5 months) and our heroes are back with a new episode. It's a quick catch up and talk of nats. And the obvious talk of Steve's sashs. Call your friends, cancel your plans and enjoy.

Its our 2 year anniversary. Enjoy as our heroes talk to Texas/Michigans Derek Scott. We get to hear about his beginnings, the hall of fame votes and his idea in getting rid of the unlimited tournament. Sorry for the lack of wind chimes.

Its been nearly 3 months, but our heroes are back again with another episode. Hope you enjoy as they discuss whats been going on in the world of whirlyball. And the attempt of adding a new segment. Steve, hit the button....

Our heroes get together for the first time in 3 months and it feels so good. Just a random get together to try out their new equipment and as anyways talk some whirlyball.

Once again our heroes are joined by a Cleveland native. This time we hear from Anthony Olah. Great stories, great conversations and great times.

In this episode Mark thinks he needs a catchphrase. Steve sounds amazing. And then our heroes are joined by Atlanta's own Kyle Phillips. We learn about his beginnings, his playing and how he wants to help continue to build the whirlyball community. He also tells that story we've all been wondering about, the pink hat. I mean theres more, but dont want to spoil the whole episode...

In this episode our heroes are close to losing their sanity being away from eachother. And are later joined on mothers day with their whirlyball mom Cheryl Mooney. We learn about how this was to be her nationals tournament debut. Her love for the sport and beer. And most importantly her love for Seattle, and mainly us. This is also Steve's podcast editing debut yay!

This week our heroes are joined by Chicago's Dan Doherty. We learn about his beginnings, his scoop company, other endeavors and how hes using his free time from whirlyball. I mean theres also more but you'll have to listen to find out. And man miss doing this in person. The zoom versions just aren't the same. Anyone still ready?

Our heroes are socially distancing themselves from eachother and others in their first attempt at a zoom recording. Join as they discuss possible national delays, the canceled invite and just the all around fact of missing out on the sport we all love. We're missing you all..

Our heroes are finally joined by the one and only Ben Hanna. We talk of his beginnings, winnings and Jimmy. I hope you enjoy this as much as we did being that it was 5 years in the making. Oh and some background commentary by Jenna. You're welcome...

Our heroes have returned for a new episode. Enjoy as they talk about the latest news around the whirlyball community. And if it doesnt make sense blame Mark for deleting the first recording. And join us in the hope that one day Ben Hanna will join us...

Our heroes are join by a Cleveland friend Sully! We talk about his whirlyball history and get to know the man. We also talk about our seattle league tournament where your heroes faced off against eachother in the championship. And some other stuff..

In this episode our heroes talk things they're thankful for, Steve's Michigan trip, car strategy, the invite and Nats. Theres some other stuff in between, but I'm not got wrote every detail or you may not listen...

In this episode our heroes are joined by the rest of the hobos for a live stream hot wing challenge. If you didnt watch it, listen to our pain and enjoy...

Our heroes are back, finally! It's season 2 and there's more to talk about. Join our heroes as they discuss the new leagues, coaching and some one on one talk. We also talk some up coming nationals, other centers and getting a travel team. And let's not forget Steve's new haircut...

In this episode our heroes finish off their conversations about nationals. We hear about some controversy, give shout outs, and made up MVPs. And be on the look out for Mark's evil twin. He likes to delete things...

In this episode 2 of our heroes return as national heroes. We talk about wins, loses and much in between. And just as we hook you in, boom you have to wait for the part 2. Or maybe I accidentally deleted a part of the episode. We'll find out later...

It's time for nationals and in this episode our heroes are joined by "Jersey" Jay Fania. We learn how he got into Whirlyball. And get some fun on and off the court stories. Also you get to hear some of the best random background noises ever. Now let's get that traveling team started...

Our heroes are back from their vacations. Hope you enjoy as they play some catch up. Talk some of the rules, nationals, and other randomness. You'll hear...

In this episode our heroes are joined by the commitee leader himself Austin Carter. We discuss his up and comings. How he came into being the committee leader. And a little bit more about Texas whirlyball. And listen as the laptop craps out and we have to record through Steve's phone. Technology, am I right?

In this episode our heroes talk about some hobbies of theirs. Then are joined by Michigans Jeremy Bennett. He not only tells us his history, but a couple other amusing stories as well. But mostly we get to hear one of our heroes dream to one day be on Jeremy's team. And technically its Ep18 with 2 episodes being "minisodes."