D3 Nation

ABOUT THE EPISODE

Hall of Fame sportswriter and broadcaster Jason Bryant joined the show to talk about the early days of his career and how he found the sport of wrestling. Jason is also a huge DIII wrestling fan, he is passionate about college wrestling no matter the division. We also discuss the 2020-21 DIII season outlook and the continued growth of DIII wrestling.

FOLLOW THE PODCAST

https://anchor.fm/coachbonx2 | Twitter - @D3NationPodcast             

ABOUT THE PODCAST

Hosted by Anthony and Gennaro Bonaventura, former DIII wrestlers at Waynesburg University and current DIII Assistant Coaches (Stevens Institute of Technology & Waynesburg). 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.

ABOUT THE EPISODE

My brother and I discuss the top returning wrestlers from 165-285. Just like at 125-157, a lot talent is returning for the 2020-21 season. Each weight class has multiple national qualifiers returning from the 2020 NCAA Championships and there are some solid guys that will be in the mix who missed out on qualifying for the NCAA Championships last season.

FOLLOW THE PODCAST

https://anchor.fm/coachbonx2 | Twitter - @D3NationPodcast             

ABOUT THE PODCAST

Hosted by Anthony and Gennaro Bonaventura, former DIII wrestlers at Waynesburg University and current DIII Assistant Coaches (Stevens Institute of Technology & Waynesburg). 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.

ABOUT THE EPISODE

My brother and I discuss the top returning wrestlers from 125-157. A lot talent is returning for the 2020-21 season, each weight class has 10+ national qualifiers returning from the 2020 NCAA Championships and there are some solid guys that will be in the mix who missed out on qualifying for the NCAA Championships last season. 

FOLLOW THE PODCAST

https://anchor.fm/coachbonx2 | Twitter - @D3NationPodcast             

ABOUT THE PODCAST

Hosted by Anthony and Gennaro Bonaventura, former DIII wrestlers at Waynesburg University and current DIII Assistant Coaches (Stevens Institute of Technology & Waynesburg). 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.

ABOUT THE EPISODE

New Head Assistant Coach for Cornell College Matt McDonough joined the show. The former 2x NCAA Champ and 3x finalist for the Hawkeyes joins the Rams staff after spending the last 2 seasons at Wisconsin. We talk about McDonough returning to his home state to coach, his passion for coaching at the youth level, the legacy of Mike Duroe, and much more. The Brands story at the end of episode is also a great one!

FOLLOW THE PODCAST

https://anchor.fm/coachbonx2 | Twitter - @D3NationPodcast             

ABOUT THE PODCAST

Hosted by Anthony and Gennaro Bonaventura, former DIII wrestlers at Waynesburg University and current DIII Assistant Coaches (Stevens Institute of Technology & Waynesburg). 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.

ABOUT THE EPISODE

Ryan Epps joined the show to talk about his wrestling story. He recorded 141 career wins and was 2-time NCAA Champion for Augsburg University. Epps was part of an incredible class for the Auggies and helped them win the 2019 NCAA Team title. The Auggies were favored to repeat this past March and finished as NCAA Runner-Ups in 2017 & 2018. We get into Epp's NCAA title runs, his DIII wrestling experience with Augsburg, his battles with the Wartburg wrestlers, and his future plans.

FOLLOW THE PODCAST

https://anchor.fm/coachbonx2 | Twitter - @D3NationPodcast             

ABOUT THE PODCAST

Hosted by Anthony and Gennaro Bonaventura, former DIII wrestlers at Waynesburg University and current DIII Assistant Coaches (Stevens Institute of Technology & Waynesburg). 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.

ABOUT THE EPISODE

West Point Associate Head Coach Ned Shuck joined the show to talk about his journey into coaching and his different coaching stops. Coach Shuck spent time at the high school and DIII level before making the move to the DI coaching scene. Coach Shuck was an Assistant Coach at Augsburg University and the Head Coach at Heidelberg & UW-Whitewater. We talk about West Point, his experiences coaching at the DIII level, his highs and lows as a Head Coach, and much more.

FOLLOW THE PODCAST

https://anchor.fm/coachbonx2   |  @D3NationPodcast  

 ABOUT THE PODCAST

Hosted by Anthony and Gennaro Bonaventura, former DIII wrestlers at Waynesburg University and current DIII Assistant Coaches (Stevens Institute of Technology & Waynesburg). 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.

ABOUT THE EPISODE

Case Western Reserve University Head Coach Danny Song joins the show to talk about his incredible wrestling journey. Coach Song is entering his sixth year with the Spartans. Coach Song, G, and I go way back. All of our wrestling story started in Hauppauge, New York based on Long Island; Section XI. Over the years we have grown closer through the sport of wrestling, Coach Song is amazing friend and mentor. We talk about our LI roots, Song's journey to the University of Iowa where he eventually started his coaching career, his other coaching stops at DI level, Navy Wrestling camps, and more! Enjoy. 

FOLLOW THE PODCAST

https://anchor.fm/coachbonx2   |  @D3NationPodcast  

 ABOUT THE PODCAST

Hosted by Anthony and Gennaro Bonaventura, former DIII wrestlers at Waynesburg University and current DIII Assistant Coaches (Stevens Institute of Technology & Waynesburg). 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.

ABOUT THE EPISODE

This episode features Washington & Lee Head Coach Nathan Shearer. Coach Shearer is entering his 10th season with the Generals and has helped transform the W&L into a competitive program, both regionally and nationally. W&L is coming off its best season in school history which had many highlights including the programs first Conference Championship in 41 years.  We discuss the start of Coach Shearer's coaching career, why he made the move to Washington and Lee, the early days at W&L, the impact of Ron Tassoni, and W&L's new athletic facility updates.

FOLLOW THE PODCAST

https://anchor.fm/coachbonx2   |  @D3NationPodcast  

Hosted by Anthony and Gennaro Bonaventura, former DIII wrestlers at Waynesburg University and current DIII Assistant Coaches (Stevens Institute of Technology & Waynesburg). 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.

ABOUT THE EPISODE

Jake Evans joined the show to talk about his wrestling story. Evans had an amazing career for the Jackets of Waynesburg University, recording 180 career wins (All-time NCAA wins record). Evans jumped onto the scene during the 2015-16 season and never looked back. He was four President Athletic Conference titles and was named Outstanding wrestler for the conference twice. Evans qualified for the NCAA Championships three-times and reached the podium twice, claiming the 2018 heavyweight title in dramatic fashion. Evans used his drive and incredible work ethic to reach the top, enjoy the show!

FOLLOW THE PODCAST

https://anchor.fm/coachbonx2 | Twitter - @D3NationPodcast             

ABOUT THE PODCAST

Hosted by Anthony and Gennaro Bonaventura, former DIII wrestlers at Waynesburg University and current DIII Assistant Coaches (Stevens Institute of Technology & Waynesburg). 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.

ABOUT THE EPISODE

Riley Lefever joined the show to talk about his wrestling story. He recorded 158 career wins and was 4-time NCAA Champion for Wabash College, only the second DIII wrestler to accomplish the feat. Lefever is currently representing the Nittany Lion Wrestling Club and has his eyes set on the Olympic dream in 2021. We talk about his growth in the sport during High School, his 4 NCAA titles, "Lefever Fever" in 2015, his relationship with his brothers, competing for NLWC, and what competing in DIII meant to him.

FOLLOW THE PODCAST

https://anchor.fm/coachbonx2 | Twitter - @D3NationPodcast             

ABOUT THE PODCAST

Hosted by Anthony and Gennaro Bonaventura, former DIII wrestlers at Waynesburg University and current DIII Assistant Coaches (Stevens Institute of Technology & Waynesburg). 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.