Bloodround

This week I cover the B1Gs, and some of my takeaways from being there. The energy is different and exciting and I hope additive to the regular season. I also cover the brackets being released, my thoughts on the weights, along with where we should see some fun matches or guys to watch. I also reference how stupid it is that youth tournaments are scheduled the same weekends as the best tournaments of the season, and share some recent coaching experiences. Rock on!

The views and opinions expressed on this show are those of the individual hosts and not the network or sponsors of the Mat Talk Podcast Network. That being said, they curse a lot, too.

This week I am joined by Ryan Holmes who covers the B1G with me at Intermat. We discuss him getting into wrestling, his college football career, and how he got into journalism.

We also talk through some specific experiences and people that he values in the sport. We also talk through the B1G conference and some of the things we are looking forward to with the conference tournament this season.

The views and opinions expressed on this show are those of the individual hosts and not the network or sponsors of the Mat Talk Podcast Network. That being said, they curse a lot, too.

This week, Kevin is joined by Austin Sommer, one of the counterparts on the Intermat podcast. They talk through some of his experiences growing up in the Lehigh Valley and with the sport of wrestling. We also talk about his college career at Drexel, and some of the things that fans might not think about with respect to balancing life and competition in college. The duo then transitions to talking about the EIWA and Ivy League conferences, and developments this past season. We finish talking about Iowa and Oklahoma State before wrapping up on the battle for the State of Michigan. Rock on!

The views and opinions expressed on this show are those of the individual hosts and not the network or sponsors of the Mat Talk Podcast Network. That being said, they curse a lot, too.

This week, Kevin Claunch is joined by Robbie Wendell who covers the ACC for Intermat and is a part of the Intermat podcast. The pair talks all things ACC, but we start off with the Virginia Cavaliers, and the impact that guys like Steve Garland and Jim Harshaw have had on that group over the years. Additionally, they talk through the rest of the programs in the ACC and their sustained growth over the last 10+ seasons from a talent and depth perspective.

Lastly they talk about some of the general goings on this season and what they're are looking forward to.

The views and opinions expressed on this show are those of the individual hosts and not the network or sponsors of the Mat Talk Podcast Network. That being said, they curse a lot, too. 

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

We talk through some of his movement since we've had him on the podcast, from Buffalo to Michigan State to Northern Colorado, and eventually to Evanston Illinois to coach the Wildcats.

We also talk through the team, some of the veterans who stand out along with some young guys to watch. Lastly we cover the upcoming B1G championships being hosted by Northwestern and what people can expect.

Finally, Kevin recaps the Chippewa Challenge and talk about the upcoming Michigan v Ohio State Dual. Rock on!

The views and opinions expressed on this show are those of the individual hosts and not the network or sponsors of the Mat Talk Podcast Network. That being said, they curse a lot, too.

This week, we begin by talking about Penn State and bringing up the idea that they might be better than they were last season. We also talk through some of the other action in the B1G including Maryland's strong weekend, and some of the struggles from Michigan State.

Ohio State's nice win over Rutgers and Nebraska's bounce back win over Minnesota. Kevin also shares his thoughts on the upcoming Chippewa Challenge and share a parent corner full of dongs and a lesson learned about coaching. Rock on!

The views and opinions expressed on this show are those of the individual hosts and not the network or sponsors of the Mat Talk Podcast Network. That being said, they curse a lot, too.

This week we are joined by special guest host Jags! We talk about all of the important things: The theme song, drones, Rutgers, Rider, Princeton, and Dean Peterson winning Midlands.

We also talk through some of his origin story back into the sport. We wrap up with some of the joys of having multiple monitors for wrestling watching, and what we will be watching this weekend. Finally we talk about the Oklahoma State bandwagon, as well as that of the Detroit Lions. Great times, rock on.

The views and opinions expressed on this show are those of the individual hosts and not the network or sponsors of the Mat Talk Podcast Network. That being said, they curse a lot, too.

This week, we connect with Steve Garland, head coach of University of Virginia wrestling. He catches up with us on the progress from the season to this point as well as some of the learning moments. He also shares with me some of the behind the scenes things that people don't see or think about when it comes to adjustments made and how guys show that they are coachable.

After the interview, we'll focus on some of the top teams in Penn State, Iowa, and Nebraska. We discuss their tough upcoming schedules and highlight some of their athletes to watch so far. Rock on.

The views and opinions expressed on this show are those of the individual hosts and not the network or sponsors of the Mat Talk Podcast Network. That being said, they curse a lot, too.

This week it's just Kevin. He recaps how good Illinois has been this season, as well as some of the action from CKLV. He talks through some of the surprising results, big winners, and where the MSU Open might have been tougher than CKLV.

Also, he covers the wins over the weekend for the Virginia Cavaliers, and their upcoming schedule to watch for. Additionally, we finish with an update on CMU wrestling's weekend, and the progress of Little Rock. Lastly we talk Vision Quest and the impact of Ernie's speech. 

The views and opinions expressed on this show are those of the individual hosts and not the network or sponsors of the Mat Talk Podcast Network. That being said, they curse a lot, too.

This week Tommy and Kevin talk about some of our recent up close and personal wrestling experiences we had this weekend. We also talk through some of the NWCA All Star Classic results. We also cover Gable Steveson coming back as well. Enjoy!

The views and opinions expressed on this show are those of the individual hosts and not the network or sponsors of the Mat Talk Podcast Network. That being said, they curse a lot, too.