On this episode of Airey Bros Radio, we’re back on the track with Coach Jack Hoyt, Director of Track & Field at Azusa Pacific University. From coaching Olympians to leading national championship teams, Coach Hoyt has built one of the premier DII programs in the country—without compromising the human element of coaching.

We talk about:

• The legacy of Azusa Pacific Track & Field
  
  
• Coaching decathletes and multi-event athletes
  
  
• The impact of faith, mentorship, and athlete development
  
  
• Hosting the iconic Brian Clay Invitational
  
  
• Why DII can be the perfect path for aspiring elite athletes
  
  

💡 Know a student-athlete unsure about their next move? Send them the Airey Bros way. With over 350 episodes, we know a program that fits.



📌 Show Notes & Timestamps

0:00 – Why we spotlight DII, DIII, NAIA & JUCO
1:11 – Intro: Meet Coach Jack Hoyt
2:15 – Coaching journey: From Seattle Pacific to UCLA to APU
6:05 – Competing in the ‘92 Olympic Trials – Dan vs Dave era
8:01 – The Brian Clay legacy & recruiting SoCal
13:04 – Building a winning program at Azusa Pacific
21:05 – Visiting the White House & national title success
30:04 – Coaching CEO role & working with elite staff
38:13 – SoCal life, faith-based team culture & student experience
43:00 – Indoor prep, outdoor season goals & pacing lights
52:00 – Brian Clay Invitational – 96 heats of 1500m?!
57:32 – Final Four: Coffee, guilty pleasures & K-dramas



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What does it take to build a national-level JUCO program from scratch? Coach Nick Marcinkowski of Muskegon Community College joins us to share how he's turned MCC into one of the NJCAA's most exciting up-and-coming programs in cross country and track & field. From zero qualifiers to 51 national-level athletes in just a few seasons, Coach Marcinkowski pulls back the curtain on building culture, managing tight budgets, navigating the recruiting waters, and helping student-athletes find the right fit.We dig into everything from academics to facilities, the realities of junior college life, and why MCC might just be the best-kept secret in Michigan. If you're a student-athlete, coach, or parent wondering about the JUCO route—this is the episode you can’t miss.✅

Featuring: Academic standards, transfer success stories, recruiting strategies, and MCC's powerhouse rise📍 Location: Muskegon, Michigan
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📑 Podcast Show Notes with Timestamps:

0:00 – Intro: Why this episode matters to any athlete considering college
1:44 – Meet Coach Nick Marcinkowski: MCC’s head coach and architect of a rising JUCO program
3:48 – MCC Socials + Recruiting Contact Info
5:10 – Coach’s origin story: From JUCO runner to head coach
10:00 – Program growth: 12 athletes to 48 in 3 years
14:00 – MCC's academic standard: Why 3.0 GPA is the real baseline
18:00 – Creative funding: Hosting the largest collegiate XC meet in Michigan
21:00 – Free gear & spikes? Partnering with Gazelle Sports
27:00 – MCC campus + indoor track facility
32:00 – What kind of athletes MCC is recruiting
36:00 – Teaching communication and personal growth through coaching
40:50 – Highlighting MCC’s elite academic programs (Nursing, Electrical, HVAC)
44:45 – MCC’s top athletes to watch at Indoor Nationals
50:30 – Life as a JUCO coach + full-time job + dad life
56:00 – Coach’s honest JUCO TED Talk on stigma, support, and opportunity
1:00:00 – Fun Stuff: Coach’s guilty pleasures, music taste, food faves, and coffee routine
1:10:00 – Final thoughts and how to follow MCC & Coach Marcinkowski

🔥 Inside JUCO Wrestling with North Idaho College Head Coach Derek Booth! 🔥We’re going belly to belly tonight with one of the top JUCO wrestling coaches in the country!

Coach Derek Booth joins Airey Bros Radio to break down:🏆 Building an NJCAA Powerhouse at North Idaho🥇 125-pounder Elijah Kerns’ Huge Region Win over a Defending National Champ 🔥 The Road to Nationals – Nine Qualifiers Looking for Hardware 🤼‍♂️ JUCO Wrestling vs. NCAA – The Best Path for Recruits? 🏔 Life in Coeur d’Alene, ID – The Best Kept Secret in College WrestlingPlus, we break down the future of JUCO wrestling, recruiting changes, and what’s next for NIC! If you’re an athlete, coach, or wrestling fan—this is a must-listen episode!🚨

Listen NOW on: 🎧 Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube | Google Podcasts💬 Drop a comment! Who’s your pick to win JUCO Nationals?



Show Notes & Timestamped Topics:
[0:00] 🔥 Welcome Back to Airey Bros Radio! Like & Subscribe!
[2:02] 🤼‍♂️ Coach Derek Booth Intro – From JUCO All-American to Head Coach
[5:30] 💪 How NIC Became a JUCO Wrestling Powerhouse
[10:45] 🎯 Recruiting Strategy – Why JUCO Might Be the Best Path for D1 Hopefuls
[15:30] 🏆 125-Pound Battle! Elijah Kerns Defeats a Defending National Champ
[18:40] 🔥 Who to Watch at NJCAA Nationals – Top NIC Wrestlers to Follow
[25:10] 🏔 Life at North Idaho College – Why Coeur d’Alene is a Hidden Gem
[30:00] 📢 JUCO Wrestling & NCAA Changes – The Future of Eligibility & Transfers
[40:20] 🏋️‍♂️ Building a Winning Team Culture in JUCO Wrestling
[50:00] 💥 Final Thoughts & What’s Next for NIC Wrestling



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Wrestling fans, coaches, and athletes – this one’s for you!In this must-listen episode of AR Bros Radio, we sit down with legendary coach Dave Bell – the mastermind behind Bergen Catholic's dynasty and now the driving force behind North Hunterdon’s state championship run.

🔹 11 State Championships 🏆
🔹 90+ State Place Winners 🤼‍♂️
🔹 USA Wrestling Coach – U17 Pan-American Team 🇺🇸

We go deep into:
✅ How North Hunterdon stunned New Jersey wrestling to reclaim the state title
✅ Coach Bell’s championship mindset – from Bergen Catholic to public school domination
✅ Why New Jersey wrestling is among the toughest in the nation 🔥
✅ The power of wrestling clubs, feeder programs, and multi-sport athletes
✅ How Fargo and Freestyle Greco transform high school wrestlers into national contendersIf you’re passionate about wrestling development, championship culture, and elite coaching strategies, this episode is packed with game-changing insights.

🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube & all major platforms!
🚀 Tag a coach or wrestler who needs to hear this!

Show Notes with Timestamps:

📍 [00:00] – Intro & Why This Episode is a Game-Changer for Wrestlers & Coaches
📍 [01:37] – The New Jersey wrestling community & why it produces elite talent
📍 [02:39] – Introducing Coach Dave Bell – North Hunterdon’s new dynasty builder
📍 [06:09] – From Bergen Catholic to North Hunterdon – why Bell made the move
📍 [11:59] – Secrets to building a winning culture in high school wrestling
📍 [19:59] – Why every wrestler needs to take losses to become great
📍 [26:59] – Public vs. Private school debate – the real truth behind the wrestling shift
📍 [35:00] – The impact of youth wrestling clubs & feeder programs on success
📍 [40:00] – Training differences between elite & beginner wrestlers
📍 [49:00] – Why every wrestler should compete at Fargo & in Freestyle/Greco
📍 [55:00] – Wrestling at Rutgers' RAC vs. Trenton – which venue is best?
📍 [1:06:00] – Key North Hunterdon wrestlers to watch at districts & regions
📍 [1:10:00] – What it’s like to coach NCAA champions like Nick Suriano & Shane Griffith
📍 [1:17:00] – Final Four – Coach Bell’s mindset, music, guilty pleasures & rituals

🎧 Stream now & level up your wrestling IQ!

🔥 IG Post: “Coach Dave Bell Drops Wrestling Wisdom on Airey Bros Radio” 🔥

We’re diving deep into the world of NCAA Division II Cross Country & Track and Field with Matt Morris, the head coach of CSU Pueblo. Coach Morris has transformed CSU Pueblo into a national powerhouse, coaching All-Americans, conference champions, and record-breaking athletes.🔥

In this episode, we discuss:
✅ His coaching journey from high school to NCAA DII
✅ How he built CSU Pueblo into a top-tier distance program
✅ Recruiting insights – What DII coaches look for in athletes
✅ The importance of team culture & training philosophies
✅ How multi-sport athletes thrive in track & field
✅ Training methods, double threshold workouts & biomechanicsWhether you're a high school runner, coach, or track & field fan, this episode is packed with insightful tips & inspiration.

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📝 Podcast Show Notes & Time Stamps:

⏱ 00:00 – Introduction to the episode & why we started Airey Bros Radio
⏱ 02:00 – Welcoming CSU Pueblo Head Coach Matt Morris
⏱ 05:00 – Coach Morris’ origin story – How he got into coaching
⏱ 10:00 – Growing up in Fairbanks, Alaska & developing a love for endurance sports
⏱ 15:00 – What led him to coaching & his early career in Montana
⏱ 22:00 – Building CSU Pueblo’s track & cross country programs from the ground up
⏱ 30:00 – The importance of recruiting personalities over just talent
⏱ 35:00 – How team culture drives success – Athletes run for their team, not just themselves
⏱ 42:00 – Training philosophy – X’s & O’s vs. lifestyle habits
⏱ 48:00 – Does CSU Pueblo use double threshold training? (And why it’s not a new concept!)
⏱ 55:00 – The importance of biomechanics & strength training for runners
⏱ 1:00:00 – What high school runners should focus on for college recruiting
⏱ 1:07:00 – How CSU Pueblo stacks up against other RMAC teams
⏱ 1:15:00 – What’s next for CSU Pueblo track & cross country?
⏱ 1:20:00 – Final thoughts & how to follow CSU Pueblo Track & XC

In this episode, we sit down with Utah Valley University Head Wrestling Coach Adam Hall to talk about his journey from Idaho to NYC to the Big 12, building a powerhouse program at UVU, and why wrestlers should get out of their bubble when looking for opportunities.

We dive deep into:
✅ His coaching journey from NC State to leading UVU
✅ The mentality shift required to change a program
✅ Building a national recruiting pipeline while keeping Utah talent home
✅ The importance of multi-sport athletes in today’s wrestling landscape
✅ Why UVU wrestling is on the rise – and how they packed over 5,000 fans into their home opener
✅ The real debate: Pork Roll vs. Taylor Ham 🍳If you love wrestling, coaching, leadership, and getting inside the mind of a top-tier coach, this episode is a must-listen!

🎧📍 Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major platforms! 🔗 Link in bio


⏱ Podcast Show Notes:
[0:00] Intro – Back in the Utah Valley with Coach Adam Hall
[3:00] Adam Hall’s coaching journey: From Boise State to NC State to UVU
[10:00] The shift in mindset: Building a gritty program at Utah Valley
[15:00] Recruiting the West: Keeping Utah’s best wrestlers home
[20:00] Why multi-sport athletes thrive in wrestling & the benefits of track & field
[25:00] The business of coaching: How Adam Hall runs his program like a CEO
[30:00] Competing with Power 5 programs & taking UVU to the next level
[35:00] Wrestling culture, fan engagement & packing 5,000+ into a home dual
[40:00] Coaching philosophies: Setting expectations & holding athletes accountable
[45:00] The rise of Big 12 wrestling & UVU’s place in the national conversation
[50:00] Fun stuff: New York pizza, Southern sweet tea, and Oklahoma onion burgers
[55:00] Final Four: Coffee, books, guilty pleasures & more!
[1:05:00] Wrap-up & where to follow UVU wrestling

From the ground up! Coach Isaac Wood joins Airey Bros Radio to share how he's building a JUCO powerhouse at Salt Lake Community College. With back-to-back NJCAA National Championships and a game-changing partnership with HOKA, Coach Wood is redefining what it means to be a junior college program.🏅

 In this episode:
✔️ Recruiting strategies & why JUCO might be the best path for elite athletes
✔️ Training philosophy, double thresholds & developing All-Americans
✔️ The impact of NIL, transfer portals & future of college running
✔️ Building a winning culture & why SLCC is Not Your Typical JUCO (NTJ)
✔️ His personal journey from BYU, Weber State, & Florida State to NJCAA dominance

🎧 Whether you're an athlete, coach, or fan of distance running, this episode is packed with insights, inspiration, and next-level training wisdom from one of the fastest-rising coaches in the sport!🔥 Subscribe, share, and drop us a 5⭐️ review!

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Podcast Timestamps & Show Notes:
⏳ 0:00 – Welcome to the Show!
🔹 Why we started Airey Bros Radio
🔹 The mission: Giving athletes & coaches a platform

⏳ 2:02 – Meet Coach Isaac Wood!
🔹 His journey from a BYU team manager to NJCAA powerhouse
🔹 Recruiting before social media—how he found future NCAA stars

⏳ 7:30 – Why JUCO is a Game Changer for Runners
🔹 The JUCO stigma and why it’s Not Your Typical JUCO (NTJ)
🔹 Recruiting Division I-level talent & why SLCC is different

⏳ 15:00 – The Secret Sauce of SLCC's Success 🏆
🔹 Altitude training & Utah’s deep-running culture
🔹 The power of team chemistry & culture-building

⏳ 24:30 – The Reality of NIL & Transfer Portal
🔹 How NIL is shifting JUCO recruiting
🔹 Why top athletes are choosing JUCO before D1

⏳ 32:45 – HOKA Partnership: First Ever JUCO Sponsorship!
🔹 How it happened & why SLCC is the only HOKA-sponsored JUCO
🔹 The impact of elite gear & branding for recruitment

⏳ 41:10 – Training Philosophy: Double Threshold & Strength-Based Development
🔹 How Coach Wood structures workouts
🔹 Why most workouts are strength-focused before speed
🔹 The one thing every young runner needs to do to improve

⏳ 50:00 – Advice for High School Athletes & Parents
🔹 Don’t settle for a D1 offer just for the title
🔹 JUCO as a stepping stone to a full-ride D1 scholarship

⏳ 56:30 – The Future of SLCC & What's Next!
🔹 Plans for 2025 & beyond
🔹 How the program is continuing to dominate💥 1:01:00 – Outro & Next Week’s Lineup!
🔹 Adam Hall (Utah Valley Wrestling) & Matthew Morris (CSU Pueblo)

In this episode of Airey Bros Radio, we sit down with Coach Corey Ruff, the head wrestling coach at the University of the Cumberlands. With a coaching career spanning over two decades, including building Lindsay Wilson from the ground up and leading UC to a dominant NAIA program.

Coach Ruff shares his journey, philosophy, and vision for taking the Patriots to the next level.
🔹 How to build a powerhouse college wrestling program
🔹 The importance of culture & recruiting the right athletes
🔹 How UC provides elite wrestling at an affordable cost
🔹 The growing strength of Kentucky wrestling
🔹 Life, leadership, and coaching wisdom from one of the most passionate minds in the sport

Whether you're a high school athlete, a college wrestling fan, or just love hearing inspiring coaching journeys, this episode is packed with insight, energy, and motivation.

🔥 Listen now on all podcast platforms! 🔥
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Show Notes with Timestamps

0:00 - Intro & Why We Do This

• The mission of Airey Bros Radio 🎙️
• Expanding into NAIA, JUCO, & D2/D3 wrestling
• Why alternative college paths matter for student-athletes

4:00 - Welcoming Coach Corey Ruff

• His background & coaching journey
• From Lindsay Wilson to the University of the Cumberlands
• The importance of stability & building a program from scratch

10:00 - Wrestling Culture & Growth

• How UC Wrestling is building a winning culture
• The importance of consistency in coaching staff & facilities
• The impact of Kentucky wrestling & the growing scene

18:00 - Recruiting & Building a Team

• What kind of wrestlers UC is looking for 🤼‍♂️
• The value of NAIA wrestling & the scholarship advantage
• How international recruiting is shaping the future

28:00 - Competing with the Best

• The challenge of facing Grand View & Life University
• What it takes to compete at the highest level in NAIA
• The goals for UC Wrestling moving forward

38:00 - Coaching Mindset & Athlete Development

• The mental game in wrestling 🧠
• How Coach Ruff develops his wrestlers beyond the mat
• The importance of passion, discipline, & leadership

50:00 - UC’s Unmatched Resources & Opportunities

• Why UC is one of the most affordable options for college athletes
• State-of-the-art training facilities & year-round wrestling development
• How UC supports student-athletes beyond wrestling

1:05:00 - Looking Ahead: Nationals & The Future of UC Wrestling

• Who to watch in the NAIA tournament 🔥
• How UC is preparing for conference & nationals
• The vision for UC Wrestling & recruiting future champions

1:20:00 - Fun Final Four Questions 🎤

• Coffee or pre-match ritual? ☕
• Daily practices for success
• Music, books, and podcasts Coach Ruff is into right now
• Guilty pleasure – a little tobacco talk!

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Get ready to go belly to belly with Liberty University’s Director of Wrestling, Coach Jesse Castro! 🏆🔥 We’re diving into Liberty’s powerhouse wrestling tradition, the evolution of the NCWA, and why club wrestling is the best-kept secret in college athletics.

🚨 What you’ll hear in this episode:
✅ Coach Castro’s incredible journey from California to Liberty and coaching at the highest levels
✅ The real deal on NCWA wrestling and why it’s an elite-level opportunity for student-athletes
✅ Liberty’s top-tier training facilities and what makes its campus a hidden gem for recruits
✅ The NIL era and its impact on college wrestling across all divisions
✅ Why women’s wrestling is growing fast at Liberty and across the nation
✅ Stories about wrestling legends, faith, and life lessons on the matWhether you’re a high school wrestler, college recruit, or die-hard fan, this episode is packed with wrestling insights, recruiting advice, and untold stories that you don’t want to miss.

🎧 Hit play, subscribe, and share!

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Podcast Show Notes:📌 Episode Breakdown:
0:00 - Why we’re spotlighting Junior College & Club Wrestling Programs
2:20 - Welcome Coach Jesse Castro! His journey from California to Liberty
6:02 - How Coach Castro fell in love with wrestling watching Dan Gable
10:04 - Moving 3,000 miles in the back of a pickup to wrestle at Liberty!
24:52 - Building a championship program at Kingsway High School in NJ
33:05 - The revival of Liberty Wrestling & transitioning to the NCWA
39:42 - What makes NCWA wrestling a hidden gem for college wrestlers
47:00 - Liberty’s top academic programs & why the campus sells itself
55:49 - Liberty’s 125-pound standout Aiden Shingara & recruiting pipeline
56:54 - Is NIL hurting college wrestling? How it’s reshaping the sport
1:04:46 - Women’s wrestling at Liberty & the sport’s rapid rise
1:09:05 - Final thoughts on growing the NCWA & the future of Liberty wrestling

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On this episode of Airey Bros Radio, we sit down with Coach Chris Layne, the Director of Track & Field and Cross Country at Milligan University. With 25 years of coaching experience, 186 All-Americans, and 17 individual national championships, Coach Layne has built a powerhouse program in NAIA athletics.

We dive into:
✅ The rise of Milligan's track & field and cross country programs
✅ The importance of social media in recruiting
✅ How track & field training benefits football players
✅ His coaching philosophy and the impact of faith in athletics
✅ Why NAIA and D2/D3 schools are the perfect fit for so many athletesWhether you're a coach, athlete, or fan of distance running, sprinting, or college athletics, this episode is packed with insights, motivation, and recruiting tips.

🔥 Tune in now on all podcast platforms! 🔥


Podcast Show Notes with Time Stamps

📌 00:00 – Introduction to Airey Bros Radio 🎙️
📌 02:00 – Why NAIA, D2, and D3 Track & Field Deserve More Attention 🏅 #NAIATrack #D2Track #D3Track
📌 06:30 – Coach Chris Layne’s Journey to Milligan University 🏃‍♂️ #CollegeTrack #DistanceRunning
📌 10:45 – How Social Media Impacts College Recruiting 📲 #TrackRecruiting #CollegeAthletics
📌 14:00 – The Importance of Multi-Sport Athletes: Track & Football Connection 🏈 #FootballSpeedTraining
📌 18:30 – Building a Championship Culture at Milligan 💪 #ChampionshipMindset #AthleteDevelopment
📌 25:00 – The Role of Faith in College Athletics ⛪ #ChristianColleges #FaithAndSports
📌 32:00 – The Secret to Milligan’s Recruiting Success 🔑 #TrackAndFieldRecruiting
📌 40:00 – The Double-Threshold Training Trend in Distance Running 🔥 #DistanceRunning #ThresholdTraining
📌 48:00 – Milligan’s Indoor Track Season & National Championship Goals 🥇 #TrackNationals #IndoorTrack
📌 54:00 – Final Thoughts & Where to Follow Milligan XCTF

📢 #NAIAXCTF
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