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Five-time All-American swimmer Jay Schindler visits with ISU Director of Letterwinners Engagement Mike Green. In September, Schindler will be inducted into the ISU Athletics Hall of Fame. Schindler won six individual conference championships during his ISU career in the late 1990's and he also helped lead the Cyclones to a Big Eight team title in 1995.

Marshall Softball All-American Sydni Burko joins me on this episode of The ThunderCast for a conversation about one of the greatest individual seasons in program history, her decision to come home and transfer to Marshall, and why the future of Herd Softball may be even brighter than its present. In 2026, Burko was named the Sun Belt Conference Player of the Year and Sun Belt Conference Newcomer of the Year while earning All-American honors and setting Marshall's single-season home run record with 24 home runs. She led the Sun Belt in home runs, OPS, and slugging percentage while finishing among the conference leaders in RBI, hits, and batting average. But this conversation isn't just about statistics. We talk about why a player who grew up just down the road from Marshall chose to come home, what made this year's team so special, playing for fellow Ona native Morgan Zerkle, and the culture that's helping transform Marshall Softball into one of the premier programs in the Sun Belt. Sydni also shares her thoughts on the future of the program, the returning talent that has Marshall fans excited, and why this team feels like it still has unfinished business heading into next season. And of course, we wrap things up with some fun rapid-fire questions covering teammates, music, food, Marshall traditions, and more. If you're a Marshall Softball fan, this is a conversation you won't want to miss. There is a lot of excitement throughout the Herd Universe right now, and after listening to Sydni talk about where this program is headed, you'll understand why. Topics Include: Why Sydni transferred to Marshall Coming home to West Virginia Setting Marshall's single-season home run record Sun Belt Player of the Year & Newcomer of the Year Marshall Softball's team culture Playing for Morgan Zerkle Returning talent for 2027 The future of Marshall Softball Rapid Fire Questions 2026 Stats ⚾ 24 Home Runs (#1 Sun Belt) ⚾ 1.342 OPS (#1 Sun Belt) ⚾ .854 Slugging Percentage (#1 Sun Belt) ⚾ 48 RBI (#3 Sun Belt) ⚾ 66 Hits (#4 Sun Belt) ⚾ .386 Batting Average (#5 Sun Belt) #GoHerd #MarshallSoftball #MarshallAthletics #ThunderCast #SydniBurko #SunBelt #CollegeSoftball #NCAAsoftball

In September, Georges Niang will be inducted into the ISU Athletics Hall of Fame. Mike Green, Director of Letterwinners Engagement, visits with Iowa State's only two-time men's basketball All-American about his brilliant collegiate career which has led to a ten-year career in the NBA.

All-American linebacker J Leman joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to discuss Illinois football's offseason changes, 2026 roster and expectations. Leman breaks down his thoughts on Bret Bielema hiring Bobby Hauck as defensive coordinator and the 3-3-5 defense, QB Katin Houser's fit in Barry Lunney Jr.'s offense and the talent around him and what this 2026 season means for Bielema's program. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Columbia Street Roastery: Head to ⁠⁠CSRcoffee.com⁠ and use code IlliniAllTheWay to get 10 percent off your first order and get free shipping on orders of over $45. Cheers Health: For a limited time our listeners are getting 20% off their entire order by using code ILLINI at CheersHealth.com. Just head to CheersHealth.com and use code ILLINI for 20% Off.  Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for just 50% OFF: https://tinyurl.com/2fkhmjdz 

He's going the distance. He's going for speed. He's going for a national championship. Jayden Davis may just be the fastest man in Arizona. He owns state high school records, just broke ASU's 58-year-old 400-meter record, and has a slew of All-American and all-conference honors on his resume. Next month, the Valley product is looking to add national champion to his list of accomplishments at the NCAAs. On this episode, Jayden and I discuss the mental side of sprinting, repping his hometown, the impact of the Rocky movies, elevating Sun Devil track and field, and more. Subscribe to the show on YouTube: https://azfamily.tv/SotDYT Follow the show on Twitter: https://x.com/sotdpodcast Follow the showon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/speakofthedevils Follow the show on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sotdpodcast

College football has changed forever.Not just because athletes can now earn money, but because 18, 19 and 20-year-olds are suddenly being asked to make decisions that most adults still struggle to navigate.That's why this conversation hit different.Welcome to the latest episode of Y-Option: College Football with Yogi Roth, fueled by our founding sponsor 76, keeping you on the GO GO GO so you never miss a beat.In advance of the Elite 11 Finals, I sat down with Ohio State offensive lineman Luke Montgomery, Georgia quarterback Ryan Montgomery, and Dane Burkholder — a partner at Roseville Wealth, where he and his team manage over 2.1 Billion dollars every year. Dane also coined the phrase and founded the company The Financial Athlete.Today's guests unpack the new reality in college football: The Rise of the Financial Athlete, and the way an All-American offensive lineman in Columbus and his quarterback brother in Athens navigate it all.For those seeking to surround themselves with athletic minds who are succeeding in the Financial Athlete world of college football — look no further than these two, and Dane, for role models.To be blunt: athletes and parents need to listen to this.The Montgomery brothers didn't just talk about contracts or NIL deals — they talked about patience. Discipline. Delayed gratification. Building a trusted circle. Protecting their future. And understanding that money can either become a blessing…or a distraction.In other words, they used football analogies and applied them to their business life. As they should.Luke opened up about what it's really like navigating the NIL era at a powerhouse like Ohio State — and how head coach Ryan Day embraces his responsibility to impact his team off the field when it comes to balancing football, expectations, leadership and real financial accountability at an incredibly young age.Ryan shared why development mattered more than chasing the biggest payday when he chose Kirby Smart's Georgia Bulldogs, and how keeping the bigger picture in focus has shaped every decision he's made since arriving in Athens.What stood out most to me was their perspective.Throughout our conversation, I kept thinking about what all of us who love sports so often preach — that the skills that allow you to find success on the field will always transition into life.And that is exactly where Dane Burkholder and his education around being a Financial Athlete meets the moment. Dane's team and their content continues to impact this generation of athletes, parents and coaches in ways that are helping athletes on countless levels.Join THE HONOR ROLL campaign. Free Newsletter + Fun Gifts.As our conversation wound down, I was struck by how consistently Luke and Ryan kept thinking 20, 30, even 40 years ahead.About setting up their future families.About investing instead of reacting emotionally.About understanding that football won't last forever.And maybe most importantly, they spoke about the power of environment.The right coaches. The right teammates. The right family. The right mentors.Or as my father still tells me: “You are the company you keep.”This episode will resonate with athletes, parents, recruits and honestly anyone navigating pressure, opportunity and long-term decision-making.Because the truth is, The Financial Athlete isn't just a football conversation anymore.It's a life conversation.It's also Elite 11 Finals week — where every quarterback, parent and mentor will have seen this podcast and will get to be part of our powerful curriculum, Beyond the X's and O's, which we've been running for nearly 20 years.The people who taught Luke and Ryan how to navigate life from day one — Mom and Dad — will be special guests in an intimate conversation with Dane and me, going behind the scenes on how they raised their sons to thrive on the field while staying so level-headed off it, as Financial Athletes at two of the most pressure-packed universities in the nation.I can't wait for this one — as a college football analyst and as a parent.Be sure to subscribe to Y-Option: College Football with Yogi Roth to get it right in your inbox, and on YouTube as we continue to grow our community.Much love and stay steady, YogiY-Option: College Football with Yogi Roth is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.y-option.com/subscribe

We spoke with the McDonald's All American about his journey from Texas to the DMV, playing for Coach Wootten at O'Connell, his thoughts on some of his doubters, and much more!0:30 From Texas to St. Mary's1:30 Being recruited in the portal era2:00 Recruitment priorities2:30 Leadership3:10 McDonald's AA Selection3:45 McDonald's AA reaction4:45 Connections5:15 Favorite HS moment5:45 What can fans expect from you at St. Mary's? 

Did Nick Caserio just punch the Houston Texans' ticket to the Super Bowl, or did he leave value on the table? We pull back the curtain on all 8 selections from the Texans' 2026 draft class.What We Cover in This Episode:The Aggressive Strategy: Breaking down Nick Caserio's multiple trade-ups, including the Day 1 move to land interior protector Keylan Rutledge (G, Georgia Tech) and the Day 2 jump for Kayden McDonald (DT, Ohio State).Under-the-Radar Value: Evaluating Day 3 additions like athletic tight end Marlin Klein (Michigan), offensive lineman Febechi Nwaiwu (Oklahoma), and the defensive versatility of safety Kamari Ramsey (USC).Late-Round Sleepers: Is 7th-round All-American linebacker Aiden Fisher (Indiana) the hidden gem of this entire class?The Blueprint Fit: Assessing whether this draft class maximizes the Texans' current Super Bowl window under C.J. Stroud and DeMeco Ryans.Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to Go for 2 for year-round, raw NFL roster and draft analysis!

pWotD Episode 3311: Jalen Brunson Welcome to popular Wiki of the Day, spotlighting Wikipedia's most visited pages, giving you a peek into what the world is curious about today.With 152,654 views on Tuesday, 26 May 2026 our article of the day is Jalen Brunson.Jalen Marquis Brunson (born August 31, 1996) is an American professional basketball player for the New York Knicks of the National Basketball Association (NBA). The son of former NBA guard Rick Brunson, he was selected 33rd overall in the 2018 NBA draft by the Dallas Mavericks and played his first four seasons in the NBA with them. Brunson also played college basketball for the Villanova Wildcats, earning national player of the year honors as a junior and winning two national championships.Brunson participated in the 2015 McDonald's All-American Boys Game, Jordan Brand Classic and Nike Hoop Summit. He led Stevenson to the Illinois High School Association (IHSA) Class 4A championship. He won Illinois Mr. Basketball and earned the MVP of the 2015 FIBA Under-19 World Cup. Brunson was a role player for the championship season of the 2015–16 Villanova Wildcats and named the national player of the year and a consensus first-team 2018 All-American for the championship season of the 2017–18 Wildcats.Brunson played four years for the Mavericks. After helping them reach the Western Conference finals, he signed with the Knicks as a free agent in 2022. With the Knicks, he became an NBA All-Star and received an All-NBA Team selection for the first time in 2024. He set the NBA record for most three-point shots made in a half without a miss (8) and tied the NBA record for most three-point shots made in a single game without a miss (9). In 2024–25, he led the Knicks to their first Eastern Conference finals in 25 years, and in 2025–26 led them to their first NBA Finals appearance in 27 years and he was named the Eastern Conference finals MVP.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 03:25 UTC on Wednesday, 27 May 2026.For the full current version of the article, see Jalen Brunson on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm long-form Ruth.

In this podcast, Greg Voisen sits down with Kurt Krueger, a true "Renaissance man" whose life story reads like an adventure novel—from record-breaking All-American swimmer and water polo coach to a high-stakes survivor of a 1977 airplane hijacking. As the author of "Winning Ways for Living: Get Smarter ~ Perform Better," Kurt shares how 45 years of researching peak performance led him to a startling conclusion: the ultimate "peak" isn't found in a trophy, but in a global vision of peace. Throughout this gripping conversation, Kurt reveals the "Peacemaker's Miracle Meditation"—an elegantly simple practice he used to transform gang-heavy inner-city schools and transmute his own life-threatening experiences into a mission for harmony. He challenges the notion that peace is a passive state, instead presenting it as an active, creative force that can be scaled from a single classroom to the world stage. If you've ever felt paralyzed by the conflict in the news, Kurt's journey from elite athletics to the Peacemaker Circles Network offers a radical, science-backed shift in perspective that proves "peak peace" is the highest performance level of all.

On this episode, Bob Ryan and Gary Tanguay play a game of 'what if?' Bob theorizes how good Reggie Lewis and Len Bias would have been had they not tragically passed away.  Bias was an All-American star at the University of Maryland who died of a fatal cocaine overdose on June 19, 1986, just two days after being drafted to Boston. Reggie Lewis, the captain of the Celtics, tragically died of sudden cardiac death on July 27, 1993, during an off-season practice at Brandeis University. The Bob Ryan and Jeff Goodman NBA Podcast on CLNS is Powered by: 

There are moments in life that break us and moments that remake us. Mo Isom Aiken's story is one of both. From an Elite Division 1, All-American athlete to a woman haunted by trauma, addiction, and suicidal despair, Mo's life took a dramatic turn when a near-fatal car crash became the very altar where heaven met earth. What followed was a supernatural encounter with the Holy Spirit that not only saved her life, but ignited a transformation so complete it would ripple through her marriage, her motherhood, and her mission around the world. This isn't just a story of redemption. It's a call to awaken to the invisible spiritual warfare waging over every soul—and to the freedom that comes with surrendering everything. In this episode of the Revelations Podcast, host Reagan Kramer sits down with Mo Isom Aiken for an unfiltered, deeply moving conversation that spans trauma, healing, and the raw power of a life fully yielded to Jesus. Mo opens up about growing up in the Bible Belt, navigating father wounds and performance-based identity, and the spiritual warfare that nearly claimed her life. Together, they explore Mo's radical encounter with God in the wreckage of her Jeep, the prophetic call that led her family from a fifth-wheel RV across 48 states to the mission fields of Nigeria, and the power of intercession that reshaped her view of prayer entirely. This episode is for the believer who feels stuck in cycles of shame or silence, the seeker longing to hear God's voice again, or the weary warrior who needs to remember what it means to defect from the kingdom of darkness and live fully alive in Christ. Here are three reasons why you should listen to this episode: Gain deeper understanding of how a supernatural encounter with God can occur amidst unimaginable personal tragedy. Learn how radical obedience—like selling everything and living in an RV—can unlock divine provision and spiritual growth. Reflect on the importance of prayer, spiritual warfare, and intimacy with the Holy Spirit in a chaotic world. Become Part of Our Mission! Support The Revelations Podcast: Your support fuels our mission to share transformative messages of hope and faith. Click here to learn how you can contribute and be part of this growing community! Resources More from the Revelations Podcast hosted by Reagan Kramer: Website | Instagram | Apple Podcast | Youtube Connect with Mo Isom Aiken: Website | Instagram | Facebook | X Check out the online course “Sex, Jesus, and the Conversations the Church Forgot” by Mo Isom Aiken Read “Wreck My Life: Journeying from Broken to Bold” by Mo Isom Aiken “Fully Known: An Invitation to True Intimacy with God” by Mo Isom Aiken | Buy Here  Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA): Website Bible Verses John 10:10 John 14:6 Ephesians 6:12 Mark 12:30  Luke 10:27 John 5:6–9 2 Corinthians 12:9 1 Thessalonians 5 This Episode is brought to you by  Advanced Medicine Alternatives Get back to the active life you love through natural & regenerative musculoskeletal healing: https://www.georgekramermd.com/ Episode Highlights [00:31] The Battle Between Kingdoms There's a real war for our souls, one that doesn't start with politics or behavior but with allegiance to light or darkness. Just as no man can serve two masters, we cannot live in both worlds. That lie keeps us stuck, powerless, and numb to God's call. Cultural Christianity is an illusion; we should consider what full surrender actually looks like. Mo Isom Aiken, a former All-American athlete turned revivalist and prophetic voice shares her story of defection from darkness—and the fire of obedience that followed. [02:56] Mo Isom Aiken: Childhood and Early Life Mo discovered her identity through competitive sports. Despite being raised in a Christian household, her faith was cultural and lacked deep personal roots. She describes the impact of early exposure to pornography and the pressure of performance-based love from her father. Her struggle with an eating disorder and need for control remained hidden behind a mask of success. [12:22] Transition to College and Personal Struggles At LSU, Mo excels as an All-American goalkeeper but continues battling inward brokenness. [13:02] Mo: “How much of my true self and my true life can people handle? Because they have this picture of me, and yet I am destroyed inside.” Her father committed suicide, devastating Mo both emotionally and spiritually. She turns to sexual sin, secrecy, and self-harm, wrestling with suicidal thoughts and tormenting spiritual voices. Though publicly praised, she describes living with private torment and deep spiritual oppression. [20:54] Spiritual Awakening and Healing Mo survives a violent car crash and has a supernatural encounter with the Holy Spirit while trapped in the wreckage. She describes the weight and wonder of God's presence as overwhelming yet freeing. [22:58] Mo: “The kingdom of darkness was literally mad because things had been set up in my life that my gifts, my talents, my destiny, my anointing, my very God, given fingerprint of God, purpose was going to be leveraged for evil was going to advance the kingdom of darkness, if not for the mercy of Jesus” In that moment, she chooses full surrender to Jesus and receives a baptism of fire Through FCA, she found a godly community, received a baptism at LSU, and experienced revival. A two-year intimacy fast sets the stage for meeting her husband, Jeremiah, and building a Christ-centered family. [56:44] Mission to Nigeria and Angelic Visit Mo recounts a dream where an angel tells her she'll go to Nigeria to forge a deeper connection to the divine. Initially resistant due to fear for her children, she surrenders and receives confirmation from her mentors. The family spent eight months in Lagos serving under Nigerian spiritual leaders. Their time becomes a season of discipleship, humility, and spiritual equipping for future ministry. [1:14:19] The Power of Prayer: Greatest Takeaway from Nigeria Mo describes prayer as the single greatest lesson from their mission season. In Nigeria, daily prayer was non-negotiable—fostering spiritual strength, wisdom, and breakthrough. She challenges Western believers to move prayer from a fallback to a foundation. Prayer, she emphasizes, is the gateway to discernment, power, and intimacy with God. [1:21:24] Teaching the Next Generation to Prioritize Prayer Mo and Reagan discuss the difficulty of maintaining a prayerful life amid Western busyness and distractions. Mo explains how she and Jeremiah are raising their children to see prayer as essential, not optional. They commit to resisting hustle culture and modeling devotion in everyday life. Mo calls for prayer warriors to arise—those who walk in reverence, not performance. [1:32:39] Spiritual Warfare and the Call to Live Fully Surrendered Mo prays a powerful blessing over listeners for renewal, healing, and sanctification. Revival begins in surrendered hearts, not just pulpits; it is in living God's Word to be kind and loving to all those around you. It is our time to live fully awake, defecting from darkness and advancing God's Kingdom with boldness.              

Steve Layman visits with Texas Rangers first baseman Jake Burger for a wide-ranging panel discussion in front of a live audience on the Belmont University campus. The pair discuss Burger's life journey from a decorated prep athlete and All-American at Missouri State to becoming the 11th overall selection in the 2017 MLB Entry Draft. Burger shares how his faith and his family have helped shape him, and helped him navigate seasons of adversity. Burger opens up about the blessings of being a husband and father, and balancing life as a professional athlete. Burger also provides insight to Belmont athletes on personal wellness and mental health, showing vulnerability and optimism through his own journey. Layman concludes by asking Burger about his hopes for the season, a breakdown of the state of Major League Baseball, and things he enjoys in his free time.

On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show, Wayne Kimmel interviewed Marc Riccio, President & CEO of USA LacrosseA former collegiate lacrosse player at Hofstra, Riccio's professional experience has led to specialties in media, fan engagement, sport and entertainment business operations, building new companies, revenue generation, executive leadership, and employee development.Under Riccio's leadership, USA Lacrosse has focused on three core principles – Fuel the Growth, Enrich the Experience and Field the Best National Teams – while generating record revenue to help support investment in the game.Riccio started his tenure at USA Lacrosse in August 2021 with the sport coming off two consecutive interrupted seasons due to the COVID pandemic. Participation levels have rebounded following that period and USA Lacrosse now has more members in the key 7-9 age segment than at any time in the organization's history.USA Lacrosse has also seen a robust expansion of its national team program, now sponsoring 14 teams from senior-level to youth national teams. On the field, for the first time in more than two decades, the U.S. is ranked either No. 1 or No. 2 in every discipline of the sport and has won five World Lacrosse championships (2022 senior women, 2022 U21 men, 2023 senior men, 2024 U20 women, 2024 women's box) and one World Games title (2025 women's sixes) during his tenure.The national team success comes at a pivotal point. USA Lacrosse was recognized by the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee (USOPC) as part of its Affiliate Organizations Council in 2023 and is on the pathway to becoming an official National Governing Body of the USPOC as the Olympics draw nearer.Riccio spent 17 years leading business operation and development for the NFL's New York Jets before spending seven years ahead of his USA Lacrosse appointment working in roles focused on strategy, growth and organizational change for major sports brands and events.Riccio grew up in Canandaigua, N.Y., and was introduced to the sport when he was 12 years old by a neighbor. He went on to become the first high school All-American at Canandaigua Academy, where he played both football and lacrosse. He was later inducted into the Canandaigua Academy Sports Hall of Fame and the Upstate Lacrosse Hall of Fame. At Hofstra, Riccio played lacrosse for former USA men's national team head coach John Danowski. Riccio is a member of the New York State Bar, has a Juris Doctor degree from St. John's University School of Law, and an M.B.A. in Marketing and a B.A. in Communications from Hofstra University.Marc Riccio:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcriccio21/

Combat Sports Breakdown: Master Phil in Your Corner EP154 This was episode 154 of "Master Phil in Your Corner" where Phil discussed the evolution of combat arts with Joe Rubino and Rick Delagatta. The conversation focused on how wrestling has become the most popular combat sport, surpassing both boxing and MMA in terms of fan engagement and growth. Phil, Joe, and Rick discussed the reasons behind wrestling's rise, including increased television coverage, the popularity of female wrestling, the growth of the RAF (Real American Wrestling) organization, and the development of wrestling clubs and programs at various levels. They compared wrestling techniques between folk style and freestyle, with Rick explaining how international wrestlers face an advantage by not having to learn two different styles like American wrestlers do. Phil and Joe had an informal conversation about Phil's recent activities, including coaching at a wrestling event where he saw Frankie Edgar and met Jordan Burrows, who runs a wrestling academy called All I See Is Gold that has joined Winning Mindset. Phil mentioned that Jordan Burroughs was impressed with Winning Mindset's program.Master Phil and Joe discussed the differences between Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano's backgrounds in combat sports, highlighting Rousey's extensive judo training since childhood versus Carano's entry into kickboxing for weight loss before transitioning to MMA. Phil explained that Rousey had a significant advantage due to her continuous training over 17 years compared to Carano's limited recent experience. Enrico shared his extensive wrestling background, including his time as a three-time All-American at the University of Kentucky and his achievements as a U.S. national team member. He discussed his coaching career, including his work with St. Joe's Montvale high school team and his current involvement with St. John Newman's in Florida. Enrico also mentioned his two sons, Michael and Rocco, who are currently wrestling at Cornell University, with Rocco being a freestyle national champion. . Joe shared his experience as a former boxer who transitioned to wrestling, explaining how wrestlers face different challenges when moving to other combat sports due to the physical punishment they take. The participants discussed how modern wrestling has improved significantly, particularly noting the technical skills and early development of young wrestlers like Jaden James and Bo Bassett. They also explored how wrestling skills transfer to other sports, citing examples like Christian Alvarez and Ray Lewis who used wrestling to excel in football. Wrestling Styles and Competition Evolution MMA Evolution and Wrestling Dominance Wrestling Evolution in Combat Sports Wrestling Evolution in CombatSportsThe discussion focused on theevolution and current state of wrestling compared to other combat sports likeboxing and MMA. Joe shared his experience as a former boxer who transitioned towrestling, explaining how wrestlers face different challenges when moving toother combat sports due to the physical punishment they take. The participantsdiscussed how modern wrestling has improved significantly, particularly notingthe technical skills and early development of young wrestlers like Jaden Jamesand Bo Bassett. They also explored how wrestling skills transfer to othersports, citing examples like Christian Alvarez and Ray Lewis who used wrestlingto excel in football. The conversation concluded with agreement that wrestlinghas surpassed boxing in terms of current quality and promotion, whileemphasizing the unique physical conditioning benefits that wrestling providesto athletes.#wrestling #mma #boxing#masterphil #kettlebells #ufc #RAF #NCAA #USAwrestling

In this episode I host Luke Whitlock of the University of Indiana Swimming Team and the US National Swimming Team. Luke became the youngest swimmer to make the United States Olympic Swimming Team in 2024 which was a record previously held by Michael Phelps. This past year Luke was an All-American at Indiana. 

This week on Good Moms, Bad Choices, we sit down with Bre-z, the multi-hyphenate artist, actress, barber, and breakout star from All-American. She opens up about the unplanned audition that landed her on Empire, what it means to "become smaller" when you become bigger, and why she's finally stepping into who she was meant to be at 38. From Atlanta's underground lesbian club scene to Hollywood's brightest stages, Bre-z gives us the raw truth about representation, identity, and reclaiming your power. You can expect to hear: How a random client phone call led to Empire and completely shifted her life trajectory Transitioning from a barber with 20 years of clientele to full-time acting The unique pressure and paranoia that comes with unexpected fame Finding groundedness when you enter Hollywood at the highest level Black lesbian representation on television and the responsibility that comes with it Stepping out of the masculine closet and reclaiming her authentic identity Dating, relationships, and planning a future with intention as a same-sex couple The healing power of water, nature intimacy, and listening to your body How being present and intentional actually changes what shows up for you Self-care rituals: baths, walks, probiotics, and intentional Coca-Colas Why Atlanta lesbians were incredibly cliquish (and still kind of are) Coming into her sexuality without shame or apology Her upcoming music and why she's saving her sluttiest stories for the album Tarot readings, the Seven of Cups, and what the universe was trying to tell her Watch This episode & more on YouTube! Catch up with us over at Patreon and get all our Full visual episodes, bonus content & early episode releases. Join our private Facebook group! Submit your questionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coach Dustin Dimit returns to Airey Bros Radio after leading Rowan University Men's Track & Field to the 2026 NCAA Division III Indoor National Championship.In Episode 458, we dive deep into Rowan's historic national title run, the culture behind one of the top NCAA DIII track & field programs in the country, and what it takes to build a championship-caliber team year after year.Coach Dimit breaks down the emotional rollercoaster of winning the NCAA title by ONE point, balancing team chemistry across every event group, recruiting high-level student-athletes, managing pressure at nationals, and transitioning from indoor success into another outdoor championship chase.We also discuss:NCAA Division III Track & Field recruitingBuilding championship cultureCoaching philosophy & leadershipTeam-first mentalityAll-Americans & national championsManaging athletes during finals weekIndoor vs outdoor track season preparationRowan Track & Field's rise to national prominenceRecruiting New Jersey & national talentThe mental side of championship competitionRowan finished the indoor season with:

Episode 127 of Tritoncast focuses on Big West Freshman of the Year Olivia Allegre from Triton women's tennis. What was it like playing number one singles right out of the gate as a freshman? And how did she earn the role of team captain? On this week's show, we'll understand her relentless positivity, and she tells us about the differences in the game internationally based on her plethora of experience on the court abroad. Olivia also tells us who she likes facing the least. Plus, we'll put Olivia on the hot seat in our popular Quick Picks segment! As always, host Jeff Tourial takes us around campus for the latest in Triton Athletics. A women's water polo player earned All-American recognition and The Big West baseball championship gets underway Thursday night. If you enjoy this week's show, please subscribe, rate, and write a brief review on your favorite podcast platform. Listen to past episodes anytime on-demand at ucsdtritons.com/podcasts. For show updates, follow @Tritoncast on X. Go Tritons!

Jonathan Dwyer was an absolute beast on The Flats in his day, and now he's paying it forward at Kell High SChool. -2008 ACC Player of the Year: Voted the top player and top offensive player in the conference after rushing for 1,395 yards. -All-American Honors: Named a first-team All-American. -2009 ACC Champion: Rushed for exactly 1,395 yards for the second consecutive year, helping lead Georgia Tech to an ACC championship game victory. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steelers legendary linebacker from 1992-2000 and All-American at Clemson. Levon joins Cam and Hayden to talk almost fighting Greg Lloyd, how he excelled as linebacker at his size, war stories from pro football, and so much more! For business Inquiries/press reach out: morgan@notjustfootball.com 0:00 Cam & Hayden 9:39 Levon Kirkland Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"I spent a lot of time and pain trying to hide things from everyone." Thomas Davis On this episode of the The Pivot Podcast, former NFL linebacker Thomas Davis Sr. sits down for one of his most raw and emotional conversations yet. From a childhood shaped by adversity to becoming an All-American at University of Georgia and a cornerstone of the Carolina Panthers defense, Thomas opens up about the journey behind the success fans thought they knew. He reflects on battling through three devastating ACL tears in the same knee, defying every expectation to return to the field and eventually becoming one of the most respected leaders in the NFL. Thomas also shares what it was like playing alongside Luke Kuechly, building one of football's most feared defenses, and helping lead Carolina to the Super Bowl. He shares the one time he regrets not listening to Luke and the Lombardi it possibly cost him and his team. But beyond the accolades and highlight reels, Thomas speaks candidly about the darker chapters of his life — his dependence on painkillers during his playing career, the physical and emotional toll football took on him, and the personal consequences that followed after retirement. In a deeply vulnerable discussion, he addresses his divorce, the estranged relationship with some of his children, and the struggle to rediscover himself after the game ended. This is a conversation about resilience, accountability, pain, healing, and what happens when the cheers stop and real life begins. Powerful one, Pivot Family...comment, like, hit the subscribe button, we enjoy hearing and learning from you- the good and the bad, we want to know! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

College basketball stay or go meter! Fraud or for real - transfer portal edition! Way way way too early All-American picks! The Sleepers Podcast is now available daily with new episodes every Monday-Friday! The College Basketball stock market is LIVE on Stakeholder! Buy low or sell high on teams as they lose and add players in the portal! Join using our link for an instant $15 bonus: https://stak3holder.com/join/sleepersmedia Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Wayne Simien is an NBA champion for the Miami Heat and two-time All-American and Big 12 Player of the Year for the Kansas Jayhawks. He currently serves as Associate Athletics Director of Strategic Engagement for KU. Wayne also works as a broadcaster for KU Men's and Women's basketball on ESPN+. Before joining Kansas athletics, Wayne spent 12 years in campus ministry. He and his wife Katie are the parents of five children. In this episode we discuss the following: Good things don't happen by accident. Whether good health, meaningful relationships, or a flourishing career, all of them require work. And often a coach who is guiding us and pushing us and a team that holds us accountable. Competitiveness is more about having the drive to prepare than having the desire to win.  From Bill Self Wayne learned the importance of toughness as a leadership trait. By making practice harder than the games, players develop resiliency and grit on a day-to-day basis. From Roy Williams Wayne learned that long term success comes from commitment to a system. Ten years after leaving KU, Roy was winning national championships at North Carolina built around his same system. And what an amazing lesson Wayne learned from Pat Riley. After winning the NBA championship with Hall of Famers, Shaq, Gary Payton, Alonzo Mourning, and Dwyane Wade, the first drill they did the next year was the basic three man weave.

On this episode we talk with Courtney Kennedy, the new head coach of the Merrimack College women's hockey program and head coach of the USA U18 women's national team. Courtney shares her journey from Massachusetts to becoming a two-time Olympian and a two-time All-American defenseman at the University of Minnesota. We discuss her 17 seasons at Boston College, her philosophy on recruiting and player development, leading Team USA gold at the 2026 U18 World Championship, and why she jumped at the opportunity to lead Merrimack. Courtney also shares what she looks for in recruits and her advice for families navigating the recruiting process.Follow Courtney on X: @CocoKennedy3 and on Instagram: @cocokennedy3You can connect with Courtney on the Merrimack website: https://merrimackathletics.com/sports/womens-ice-hockey/roster/coaches/courtney-kennedy/1780 or via Courtney Kennedy's Champs App profile: Follow Merrimack Women's Hockey on X: @MerrimackWIH and on Instagram: @merrimack_wihLearn more about Merrimack women's hockey ============================Champs App is your recruiting and development copilot. We help athletes, coaches, parents, and agents/advisors navigate the youth sports landscape. Create a free Champs App account to build a beautiful hockey profile and unlock free, high-quality content focused on recruiting and hockey player development.Download Champs App for iOS in the Apple App StoreDownload Champs App for Android in the Google Play Store===========================================Champs360 is the all-in-one recruiting and development copilot for players, parents, and coaches. It gives families the clarity and tools to navigate the recruiting process with less stress and more confidence.At its core, Champs360 brings everything together in one organized system. The College Search tool lets families filter and explore every school by size, location, admission scores and tuition. My Shortlist makes it easy to save and track the programs you care about, and for every school on your shortlist, the Team Dashboard delivers deep program intelligence: rosters, coaching staff, recruiting data, upcoming events, and school-specific articles and videos, all in one place.Communication is central to recruiting, and Champs360 makes it faster and more professional. The Messaging Center, completely redesigned for this release, lets players email coaches directly, receive replies, schedule messages, send to multiple recipients, and save drafts, all from one organized dashboard. Every Champs App user also gets a free professional recruiting email address through ChampsMail, choosing between @champs.email or @champsmail.com. Coach replies forward automatically to the player's personal inbox, or a parent's inbox. With Champs360, players can also send emails to coaches directly through their ChampsMail address. Champs360 also makes it easier for families to work together. Players can share access with up to two parents, with full control over what each parent can see and do across six areas of the platform. Players always keep final control, even if a parent owns the subscription.ChampsGPT, Champs App's AI recruiting assistant.===========================================Want honest feedback on where your game stands today?ChampsEyeQ delivers an unbiased evaluation of your potential. Submit at least ten minutes of edited game shifts (for skaters or goalies) and receive an objective, data-driven analysis from expert scouts. ChampsEyeQ is also available as a gift card, making it a great gift for motivated players.ChampsEyeQ evaluates players across 15+ attributes (skating, hockey IQ, compete level, intangibles, and more) and provides:An overall rating (1–10)A projection of NCAA Division I potentialClear insights on strengths, weaknesses, and development prioritiesVisit www.champseyeq.comSee a Sample SubmissionView a Sample Report

We've ignored the legendary All-American .30-caliber cartridges for too long! This episode, we sit down with Ron Spomer and swap stories about our favorite .30-caliber cartridges. We propose which are the most proven, the best designed, the most popular, and the most likely to survive. And yes, of course we discuss and recommend the one .30-caliber "Best All-Around" cartridge! Listen in and we'll tell you what it is.  ENJOY!        FRIENDS, PLEASE SUPPORT THE PODCAST!  Join the Backcountry Hunting Podcast tribe and get access to all our bonus material on www.patreon.com/backcountry   Recent brief Patreon-only audio topics include "Bow vs. Rifle," a "6.8 Western Survival Forecast" and "Gear List for Hunting." Check 'em out!  Email us questions here: backcountryhuntingpodcast@gmail.com   VISIT OUR SPONSORS HERE:  https://javelinbipod.com www.swiftbullets.com www.timneytriggers.com www.browning.com www.leupold.com www.siembidacustomknives.com www.onxmaps.com www.silencercentral.com https://www.portersfirearms.com/

George Lee is one of the young trapshooters people need to be watching.In this episode of Trap Talk, Zach Nannini and Richard Marshall Jr. sit down with George Lee from Hickman, Nebraska, a rising young shooter who has already built an impressive resume in a short amount of time. George talks about getting started through the Norris trap team, breaking 100 straight in singles at his very first registered ATA shoot, and how that early success lit the fire to chase bigger shoots, All-American goals, and tougher competition.The guys dig into George's shooting journey, including his 856-target singles long run, breaking his first 100 in doubles at the Grand American, his equipment changes from a Ruger Red Label to a Browning 725 and then a Krieghoff, and the adjustments he is making to improve his handicap and overall game. They also talk about Nebraska's incredible youth trapshooting program, learning by watching better shooters, dealing with prescription shooting lenses and contacts, and the importance of staying humble, asking questions, and respecting the game. George also shares a little about faith, family, Big Red Motorsports, and what it is like growing up around both business and competitive trapshooting.This is a great episode for young shooters, parents, coaches, and anyone who loves seeing the next generation of trapshooting talent coming up strong.Enjoy this episode and please like, share, comment, and subscribe to support the channel.Follow & Subscribe to Trap Talk!  It really helps the show!  YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@traptalk27Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/traptalkfromthebackfence/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/traptalk27TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@trap.talk.podcast*** Email us your listener questions to askus@traptalkpodcast.com *** *** Visit TrapTalkPodcast.com for all our links! ***

Most champions start by learning to have fun and letting go of the pressure—to truly unlock peak performance. Elijah and Jeremiah, two top-tier college wrestlers, share how shifting mindset from fear of failure to focus on the process transforms not just their season, but their entire approach to competition and life. In this episode, they reveal the power of treating every practice and match as a step in the journey rather than an endgame. Elijah talks about the importance of mental toughness, having fun, and maintaining a growth mindset—even through injury and setbacks. Jeremiah shares how surrendering expectations, focusing on daily improvements, and building team culture can elevate both individual and collective success. Together, they discuss practical tactics like visualization, staying present, and leading by example—lessons that go beyond wrestling and resonate with anyone striving for excellence under pressure. Timestamps: 00:00 - Welcome and episode overview 00:12 - Introducing guests Jeremiah Larson and Elijah Almarinez 01:02 - Reflecting on Elijah's season and experience as a true freshman 01:54 - Jeremiah's journey to becoming an All-American and final season reflections 03:04 - Jeremiah's mindset shift: letting go of expectations and focusing on the process 04:21 - The significance of surrendering outcome anxiety during competition 05:27 - Jeremiah discusses maintaining a daily mindset and consistency 07:29 - Insights into team culture: bonding, rituals, and leadership in wrestling 08:33 - Elijah's transition from high school to college wrestling 09:32 - The importance of self-reliance and routines during college sports 10:39 - The role of trainers and recovery routines in athletic performance 11:33 - The humility of being humbled by college competition and embracing growth 12:00 - Overcoming the top-dog mentality and staying motivated 13:53 - Elijah's approach to summer training and injury recovery 15:50 - The value of steady, consistent effort and self-tracking 17:09 - The development of team culture in college wrestling 19:17 - Building bonds through shared hardships and team support 21:06 - Leading by example: the importance of small acts for team unity 22:14 - The significance of collective effort and shared sacrifice 24:14 - Academic success as part of mental resilience 25:06 - Intrinsic motivators and maintaining flow through purpose 28:29 - Elijah's perspective on having fun and enjoying each match 30:55 - Recognizing and avoiding mental traps: burnout, outside distractions 31:42 - The importance of seeking help and mental health awareness 33:41 - Self-worth, identity, and the impact of wins and losses 35:52 - The concept of being 'optimal' rather than perfect in training and diet 37:57 - Using mental preparation strategies like visualization and affirmations 39:55 - Overcoming injuries and dominating in high-pressure moments 42:00 - Patience and focus in clutch situations, avoiding overthinking 44:52 - The power of visualizing success and staying present 45:17 - Final motivational advice: enjoy the college experience and stay positive

Lost with You, starring Disney Channel regular, Jake Short and star of All American, Madison Shamoun. The film is about two people of opposing viewpoints finding one another despite having differing opinions on almost everything. I think given the crazy times we're living in, this is a vibe that audiences are looking for. The film won Best Indie Film at the Los Angeles Film Awards late last year and just got a ridiculously rave review from Film Threat.Written and directed by first-time feature filmmaker Mike Southerly, the film was accomplishment in true guerilla filmmaker style without pulling a single permit despite filming at the Griffith Observatory, the Santa Monica Pier, and the Hollywood sign, among other iconic Los Angeles locales. It's a pretty great story how he was able to get this one into the end zone for under $200K. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

Topic: We catch up with the Frank family: professional women's basketball player and now college coach Hayley Frank; college All-American and now high school coach Kayley Frank; and longtime coach and dad Steve Frank. Guests: Steve Frank, Hayley Frank, Kayley Frank, and Mona Frank

In today's conversation, we speak with PJ Austin of the United States, a multiple time All-American in the 60m, 100m, 4x100 and Long Jump while in the NCAA, and has since gone on to represent the USA at the 2025 and 2026 World Relays.PJ was one of the fastest sprinters coming out of Florida having run a personal best of 9.89 seconds in the 100m, and shortly after graduating, he turned professional and began competing around the world at various meets on the circuit.Early in May, PJ ran anchor leg on Team USA's 4x100m relay which won Gold at the 2026 World Relays in Botswana in a time of 37.43 seconds, one of the fastest relay times in history. This came on the heels of him competing at various meets across Africa including in Kenya, Botswana and South Africa.In our conversation, discuss the 2026 World Relays, including PJ being selected for the team, the practice before hand, and running the anchor leg for Team USA. PJ also explains what he learned from competing at Florida, his transition to the professional world, and now training under Dennis Mitchell and the Star Athletics group along with Kenny B, Courtney Lindsey, Christian Coleman and others.Finally, we breakdown PJs 100m race, including where he is most looking to improve and his goals for the 2026 season and beyond.-------------------------------------------

Mike Green, Director of Letterwinners Engagement visits with track star Edward Kemboi, who will be inducted into the ISU Athletics Hall of Fame in September. Edward was a two-time NCAA champion in the 800 meter run and an eight-time All-American.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Most athletes assume great coaching is only about teaching skills, but the best coaches know that understanding the athlete matters just as much. In this episode of the Perform Happy Podcast, I sit down with Lexi Funk to talk about mental blocks, communication, confidence, and what athletes really need from their coaches.Lexi is a former All-American beam athlete from the University of Michigan and now a college coach at Pitt. She shares how her experience as both an athlete and coach has shaped the way she helps gymnasts work through fear, pressure, and self-doubt.We talk about communication. Many athletes try to push through pain, exhaustion, or fear without saying anything because they worry about looking weak or losing opportunities. Lexi explains why honest conversations between athletes and coaches build trust and lead to better performance.Another big part of the conversation is mental blocks. Lexi shares her own experience struggling on beam after a bad fall, even after successfully doing the skill thousands of times before. She explains why mental blocks do not always make logical sense and how rebuilding confidence takes patience and trust in the process.We also discuss coaching styles, adaptability, and why athletes improve the most when they feel supported as people, not just performers.In this episode you will hearWhy communication builds trustHow mental blocks happen to every athleteWhy confidence can disappear after one mistakeHow coaches can better support athletesWhy patience is important during setbacksIn this episode, Lexi Funk shares how athletes and coaches can work together to build trust, overcome fear, and grow through challenges.Learn exactly what to say and do to guide your athlete through a mental block with my new book "Parenting Through Mental Blocks" Order your copy today: https://a.co/d/g990BurFollow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/complete_performance/Join my FaceBook page: https://www.facebook.com/completeperformancecoaching/Check out my website: https://completeperformancecoaching.com/Write to me! Email: rebecca@completeperformancecoaching.comReady to help your athlete overcome fears and mental blocks while gaining unstoppable confidence? Discover the transformative power of PerformHappy now. If your athlete is struggling or feeling left behind, it's time for a change. Are you ready? For more info and to sign up: PerformHappy.com

Edward Kemboi will be inducted into the ISU Athletics Hall of Fame this September. Edward was a two-time NCAA champion in the 800 meter run and an eight-time All-American. Mike Green, ISU's Director of Letterwinners Engagement visits with Kemboi about his illustrious career.

You know I like a good ski story. Today's guest has one of the best. Jake Brown never made it to junior nationals and assumed he wouldn't pursue sports in college. Instead, he wound up being a DI, DII and DIII athlete, leading St. Olaf to a national title in cross-country and emerging as an All-American as a super-senior at Northern Michigan. Along the way, he discovered biathlon — a sport which brought him around the world over the course of successful decade-plus pro career. Brown represented Team USA at 5 world championships and an Olympics. He retired after this season, but stumbled upon the Seder-Skier Podcast before it started.

ABOUT THE EPISODE Our next episode features 2026 DIII NCAA 184 Champion Kasey Ross. We discuss his transition from UW-Platteville to Wartburg, his progression from All State in Iowa to All American, his NCAA title run, and Wartburg's Team title.Twitter & Instagram - @D3NationPodcastABOUT THE PODCAST Hosted by Anthony and Gennaro Bonaventura, former DIII wrestlers at Waynesburg University, current DIII Head Coach at Stevens Institute of Technology & DII Head Coach at Fairmont State University. The D3 Nation podcast mission is to provide DIII wrestling news and updates throughout the year. We also look forward to delivering episodes featuring DIII coaches and wrestlers as special guests to share their stories. We are both passionate about DIII wrestling and want to use this platform to keep the wrestling community educated on what is happening in DIII plus raise awareness of the amazing stories in DIII Wrestling.

I'm off again. This weekend I'll be heading to London for the Customer Alpha event, where I'll be delivering the keynote for the conference. “Customer Alpha is a leading customer experience event bringing together a cross-industry community of professionals who never stop striving to better understand and deliver for customers.” How cool is that! I'm excited to be there, and talking about my concept of The UN-WOW. The basic idea is that rather than just focusing on those WOW moments, we need to focus on how to deliver value and connection in those basic day-to-day interactions where people don't want to be WOW'ed.  A lot of focus on the WOW is around the idea that things only qualify as experiences when they hit that WOW level. So if you are an experience designer, odds are you are going to shoot for that WOW. But that can be a big hill to climb, and it misses the other types of opportunities that exist which don't involve those dramatically staged moments. Also, staged can feel inauthentic and not organic. To be staged can also feel performative. Performance can also involve a script. The words being spoken are yours, but ones written for you by someone else.  Thus, the UN-WOW is in part a call for the small moments that create connection and a sense of authenticity.  Today's guest on Experience by Design also has thoughts on the role of making connections in human moments as part of customer experience. Natalie Beckerman, Executive Vice President and  Chief Business Officer at iQor, has experience across many different industries, organizations, and continents. Regardless of where she has been, she has seen the same problems which involve the pursuit of efficiency at the cost of humanity. Part of this lies in not using technology in a way that enhances experiences. Seeing this problem led her to write her new best selling book, “When Did You Stop Caring: The Call to Reignite Humanity in a World Obsessed with Efficiency.” In her book, she calls for companies to do better for customers and workers by focusing on what matters: people. Using examples from her career and research, she lays out why it makes sense to start caring not only because it is the right thing to do, but because businesses that care do better. We talk about her career and her book. We also talk about her work with Customer Contact Week, which hosts events around the world. This includes CCW UK which takes place May 11-13, or next week!  Natalie shares her athletic past, including playing on the US National Field Hockey Team and being an All-American at Northwestern University. Along with her Masters degree in Sports Psychology, Natalie links how optimizing performance should be not just about the outcome, but also the impacts that processes, systems, and cultures have on the people who are part of it. We also celebrate her induction into the Rancocas Valley Regional High School Athletic Hall of Fame.  Learn more: Natalie Beckerman on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nataliedbeckerman1/ “When did You Stop Caring”: https://www.amazon.com/When-Did-You-Stop-Caring/dp/1969508442 iQor: https://www.iqor.com/ Customer Contact Week: https://www.customercontactweek.com/  

Every sport has had its watershed moment when a new technology upends the landscape and redefines what's possible. Baseball had torpedo bats, swimming the Lazer swimsuits, road cycling the introduction of aerodynamic carbon frames and in running we are living through an era defined by what were first, and best, described as “super shoes.”  For the last decade, the shoe industry has gone into overdrive to create shoes capable of blending impossible lightness with unbelievable energy return. The holy grail sought by shoe designers in this footwear arms race: crafting the pair of shoes that would propel the first man in history to a sub 2-hour marathon performance.  As of Sunday, we are now officially living in the new sub-2 era, as not one, but two men, Kenya's Sabastian Sawe and Ethiopia's Yomif Kejelcha, tore down the two-hour marathon barrier at last weekend's London Marathon.  While every factor imaginable aligned perfectly for these two men to take the sport somewhere no one has gone before, one factor in particular has drawn the lion's share of attention: the shoes. Both Sawe and Kejelcha ran in the just-released adidas Adios Pro Evo 3, a shoe touted as the lightest, fastest super shoe ever created. This week on The Shakeout Podcast we're diving into what makes these super shoes so super, and what physiological factors they impact that have helped runners achieve times long-thought impossible. To make sense of it all is Olympian and Mayo Clinic exercise physiologist Dr. Shalaya Kipp, a leading thinker in the science of shoe innovation. As one of the first researchers to quantify the running economy-improving benefits of super shoes, Shalaya reveals to us what specific factors are at play in these record-breaking shoes, how our bodies respond to these factors over the marathon distance and why runners of lesser ability might actually benefit the most from this new era of shoe tech.  Subscribe to The Shakeout Podcast feed on Apple, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you find your podcasts. [This collaboration is part of an advertising campaign led by the Podpass agency for Altitude Sports] Shop now at Altitude Sports and enjoy up to 20% off your first order with the promo code “shakeout2026” Click here to order

-Houston head coach Willie Fritz recently submitted a nomination letter on behalf of former Cougars' QB Case Keenum to get on theCollege Football Hall of Fame ballot for the first time. Keenum is the NCAA's all-time leading passer with 19,217 yard with Houston over5 seasons from 2007-11, but he's not eligible because he never was any of the 5 outlets perceived as the governing body-We understand the premises of the lack of being an All-American..but he's the all-time leading passer….should he have a chance?Our Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Kevin Gergel played at Georgia Tech, became an All-American catcher at Kennesaw State, was drafted by the Seattle Mariners — and saw his pro career end almost before it really began. So when his son Kellan was four years old and starting T-ball, Kevin and his wife Teal created their philosophy that has shaped every decision they've made around travel baseball ever since:  The goal was not to raise the best 8-year-old on the field. The goal was to raise the best 18-year-old. That philosophy changed how they approached travel baseball, development, exposure, pressure, failure, and the parent-player relationship. In this episode, Matt Hannaford sits down with Kevin and Kellan Gergel for a real conversation about what most baseball families are missing: the long game. Because exposure is not the goal. Exposure is the byproduct of becoming the kind of player worth watching.   WHAT YOU'LL LEARN - The philosophy Kevin and Teal built their decisions around — and why it reshaped everything they did from T-ball through high school - Why Matt argues that exposure is a byproduct, not a goal — and how most travel ball parents are getting things backwards  - The moment Kevin realized that trying to fix his son's batting stance was the wrong approach - 90% of players say the mental game is the most important part of baseball — but how much of their time spent training actually reflects that - Austin Riley's 2019: didn't make the Big League team out of spring training, but despite that, hit 15 home runs in three weeks in AAA, called up, hit 9 more in his first 18 big league games and then hit a wall forcing him to make an adjustment   Kellan is 15, stands six-foot-one, and plays for the East Cobb Mariners — one of the most talent-dense travel areas in the country. His coach Kenny Falk played at Kennesaw State with Kevin, got drafted by the Tigers as a AAA closer, and runs the program on a development-first, blue-collar philosophy. Kellan wants to play college baseball. His current goals are velocity on the mound, driving the ball harder at the plate, and working his way from JV to varsity at Blessed Trinity in Roswell — the same program where Joseph Contreras, the senior who pitched for Team Brazil at the WBC and got Aaron Judge to ground into a broken-bat double play, throws bullpens next to him.  Matt walks Kellan through the mental exercise he ran at an event in San Diego with high performance coach Johan Martinez Khalilian — asking a parent of a player to name a complaint, then tracing the complaint back to the underlying vision. Kellan deflects it in a way that tells Matt everything he needs to know: this kid already has the frame most pro athletes spend years trying to build. Matt learns of Kevin's nightly ritual when Kellan was young — telling him "you have what it takes, you have what it takes" — and the parallel humble huddle the family built around it.  The conversation also touches on an unusual family lineage. Kellan's mother Teal is the daughter of Dusty Rhodes and the sister of Cody Rhodes, the current WWE Undisputed Champion. Kevin walks through what his brother-in-law's "undesirable to undeniable" mindset has meant for how Kellan thinks about betting on himself — and why the family's grounding in faith, family, and work has held up across three very different sports at three very different levels.  Matt closes with a rapid-fire round. When he asks Kevin to finish the sentence "my biggest fear for him on the baseball field is..." Kevin's answer is the line that frames the whole episode: my biggest fear is that he'll feel like he has to perform. I've already had more joy watching him play than I will ever need.   ABOUT MATT HANNAFORD Matt Hannaford is the president and CEO of Aligned Sports Agency and the host of the Most Valuable Agent podcast. Over 25+ years he has negotiated more than $2 billion in MLB contracts, representing Manny Machado, Albert Pujols, Joey Votto, Austin Riley, and Liam Hendriks, with prior exposure to Barry Bonds, Mike Piazza, and Trevor Hoffman. He gives you the insider playbook on college recruiting, the transfer portal, and MLB Draft decisions.   LINKS & RESOURCES https://www.aligndsports.com/  https://eastcobbbaseball.com/teams/  Watch Next: https://youtu.be/S9tGzT3foYM   #TravelBaseball #BaseballParents #MLBDraft #YouthSports #MostValuableAgent  

3HL - Hour 2 - Belmont Ace Maya Johnson joins the show to tell her story after an All-American season, Todd Fuhrman talks NHL and NBA playoffs and an SEC Baseball/Softball update.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us Fan MailTonya Johnston, Mental Skills Coach speaks with equitation commentator Ava Stearns who herself was a past winner of the ASPCA Maclay National Championship, Grand Champion at Junior Hunter Finals and an All-American Athlete for Auburn University. Brought to you by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services.Host: Tonya Johnston, Visit her Website, Facebook and buy her book Inside Your Ride Guest: As a junior, Ava Stearns started out riding for her family's Pond View Farm on Martha's Vineyard, MA. She then became a working student for Missy Clark and John Brennan at North Run. Ava won the 2019 ASPCA Maclay National Championship, was second in the WIHS Equitation Championship and Platinum Performance USEF Show Jumping Talent Search Finals—East, and grand champion in at Junior Hunter Finals. As an athlete for Auburn University, she was an 8-time All American. These days, Ava is a sought-after commentator for top equitation events such as the Maclay Finals, Medal Finals, international Grand Prixs and other top equestrian events. Subscribe To: The Plaid Horse MagazineTitle Sponsor: Taylor, Harris Insurance ServicesSponsors: Zoetis, Sentinel, Chewy and Mojo Joint Join us at an upcoming Plaidcast in Person live event!

Iowa basketball standout Bennett Stirtz headlines this week's show after being named the recipient of the Chris Street Award, honoring the Hawkeye who best exemplifies passion, toughness, and competitive spirit. The First Team All-Big Ten selection capped a remarkable season—averaging 20 points and leading Iowa to its first Elite Eight since 1987—while cementing his place among the program's all-time single-season scoring leaders. Dolph sits down with Stirtz to reflect on his journey from Northwest Missouri State to a historic run in Iowa City and what lies ahead with the NBA Draft approaching.On the football side, spring practice has wrapped as the Hawkeyes turn toward offseason development and preparation for fall camp. A major storyline: replacing standout specialists. New kicker Eli Ozick, a transfer from North Dakota State, discusses adjusting to Iowa and building momentum after an All-American season. Plus, hear from Australian punter Boston Everett as he embraces the opportunity to follow in the footsteps of recent Hawkeye greats, alongside competition from in-state standout Tanner Philpott.It's a packed episode featuring award winners, rising stars, and a look ahead to the next chapter of Hawkeye football.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Fresh off one of the most decorated collegiate seasons in the country, rising defender Kolo Suliafu gave her first-ever interview as a professional in an exclusive and in-depth conversation with LDG.Kolo gives a glimpse into the path that led her to reach a professional level of play. Beginning with childhood memories of playing soccer and being a standout at high school all the way to deciding to join University of Washington and making history by taking the Huskies to an Elite Eight appearance, Kolo shares stories of winning Big Ten Defender of the Year and All-American awards, creating the winning mindset that she is bringing to KC.Kolo brings listeners behinds the scenes access into what it is like becoming part of Kansas City Current in its new phase, the journey of a rookie navigating a post-draft ecosystem, what made Kansas City the most appealing project to start her professional career, and her experience in her first-ever professional preseason being tasked by achieving the club's lofty goals.Lastly, Kolo chats about her initial days in Kansas City, the elite amenities of playing for the Current (dedicated stadium and training facilities,) the message she wants to convey to fans, and the objectives/staples on her vision board for 2026 and beyond.Thank you for listening! Remember to follow us wherever you get your podcasts, on Instagram (@the_womens_soccer_podcast) and Bluesky (@thewomenssoccerpod.bsky.social). In addition, leave a 5-star review and tell all your friends about our show!

Jaden Dennis, RN, is an emergency room nurse and former NCAA Division I track-and-field athlete, who knows exactly what it feels like to place something precious in someone else's hands and trust they'll run with it. After starting college on an athletic scholarship in Brooklyn, Jaden spent the pandemic taking stock. He had been studying economics, a path chosen more for convenience than calling, when a single mentor changed everything. His coach, Dr. Lena Washington, a physical therapist, All-American athlete, and the architect of a relay team that had qualified for Nationals, served as Jaden's possibility model for what it meant to live a good life. In September 2020, Jaden became a Certified Nursing Assistant. By 2022, he had earned his nursing degree.  Now in the ER, Jaden helps to build the synergy that makes high-stakes teamwork possible by lending a hand or an ear and building trust in the quiet moments. Those small handoffs, he explains, are baton passes: each one a vote of trust, each one proof that when the critical moment comes, nobody runs alone. Listen as Jaden reflects on what sports taught him about nursing, why the best teams are built in the margins, and what it really means to be a nurse who shows up, not just for patients, but for the person running next to you.    For more information on the podcast bundles, visit ANA's Innovation Website at: https://www.nursingworld.org/practice-policy/innovation/education. Have questions or feedback for the SEE YOU NOW team? Future episode ideas? Contact us at: hello@seeyounowpodcast.com.

IMS Radio – Be The Best Podcast – Season 1, Episode 12 – Daniel Kelly and Bubba Fairman Two legends joined the Be The Best Podcast this week. Daniel Kelly, former Terps' attackman, and Bubba Fairman, for All-American midfielder, traded stories about their recruiting journeys and time in College Park. The guys recapped the win over Rutgers, previewed Thursday night's Big Ten Semifinal game against Penn State, and then briefly touched on the other Big Ten Semifinal game between Michigan and Johns Hopkins. Finally, the guys covered the upcoming Ivy League tournament in Ithaca, NY and the ACC Tournament down in Charlotte, NC. Those tournaments will impact the NCAA Tournament bubble. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Iowa's Gabe Arnold made All-American at 197 — a weight class two above his natural size — after stepping up when a teammate went down. Now he's going back to 174 with one goal: a national championship. He breaks down the text he sent Tom Brands, what the AthletorIQ data says about winning at 174, and the scoring target he's building his offseason around.Guest: Gabe Arnold, 197-pound All-American at the University of Iowa, coached by Tom BrandsTopics: Making All-American at the wrong weight, weight management, AthletorIQ data analysis, scoring targets, national championship mindset, NCAA officiating

Ross Barkan's latest novel, Colossus, introduces us to Teddy Starr, a charismatic pastor and real estate mogul in small-town Michigan who embodies the quintessential American success story. Yet, beneath the polished veneer of his multimillion-dollar empire and "All-American" family life lies a calculated web of deception and a past he is actively outrunning. During our conversation, Ross noted that while Teddy is a man of God, he is equally a man of intense materialism, frequently justifying behavior—from his predatory business dealings in trailer parks to his secret personal life—that stands in direct opposition to his preached faith.What makes Colossus particularly gripping is the complex first-person narrative that forces the reader into Teddy's headspace. Barkan crafts a character who constantly justifies the objectively wrong, seducing the reader into his own internal logic. It is a compact, propulsive work that moves beyond typical contemporary trends to deliver a genuine, often unsettling persona. Ross described the writing process as a challenge in staying in character, much like an actor, to ensure the voice never breaks.Beyond the novel, we discussed Ross's work with the Metropolitan Review, a literary magazine he co-founded to provide a space for ambitious writing and democratic literary culture. The publication focuses on deep dives and reviews of new literature, often highlighting works that the larger conglomerate publishers might neglect. Whether you are interested in the shifting landscape of independent publishing or looking for a story that takes sharp, unexpected turns, this episode offers a deep dive into the craft of creating a character who thinks he is a "good guy" while harboring dark secrets.Thanks for listening!Kyler---Episode Links:PURCHASE ColossusRoss Barkan's SubstackThe Metropolitan ReviewVisit Salt Lake Dirt for more interviews

The Indiana Hoosiers look primed to build a football powerhouse. Can Josh Hoover step into Fernando Mendoza's shoes and keep Indiana's dynamic offense firing on all cylinders? Brian Smith and Jacob Goins break down Indiana's loaded quarterback, running back, and defensive end positions, spotlighting stars like Khobie Martin, Lee Beebe, Jr., and Turbo Richard. The conversation highlights key questions about the offensive line, linebacker depth, and replacing All-American cornerback D'Angelo Ponds with transfer standout AJ Harris. Plus, they examine the emergence of under-the-radar contributors like Amare Farrell and Brock Schott, and debate whether potential Indiana's coaching staff attrition is actually a sign of a program on the rise. Can the Hoosiers maintain their dominance in the Big Ten and stay in the College Football Playoff conversation? Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it's time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join the community: https://theportal.supercast.com/ Support us by supporting our sponsors! FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get two-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Head to FANDUEL DOT COM to get started. Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

ITB's Eagles beat reporter Andrew DiCecco gives his insights from covering the Eagles on a daily basis. #eagles #philadelphiaeagles #chrisjohnson #nfldraft #flyeaglesfly In this special episode, he catches up with NFL Draft top-50 prospect Chris Johnson, a cornerback from San Diego State, on his path to becoming an All American defensive back, which CBs he models his game after, and his pre-draft conversations with the Eagles.A great conversation with a potential first-rounder!► Subscribe to our Patreon Channel for exclusive information not seen or heard anywhere else and become among smartest Birds fans out there (just ask our members!!) + get all of our shows commercial free!!https://www.patreon.com/insidethebirds► Sign up for our newsletter! • Visit http://eepurl.com/hZU4_n.►Support our sponsors!!► Camden Apothecary: https://camdenapothecary.com/Follow the Hosts!► Follow our Podcast on Twitter: https://twitter.com/InsideBirds► Follow Geoff Mosher on Twitter: https://twitter.com/geoffpmosher► Follow Adam Caplan on Twitter: https://twitter.com/caplannfl► Follow Andrew DiCecco on Twitter: https://twitter.com/andrewdiceccoNFL insider veterans take an in-depth look that no other show can offer! Be sure to subscribe to stay up to date with the latest news, rumors, and discussions.For more, be sure to check out our official website: https://www.insidethebirds.com.