In this episode of the Athletor Podcast, we sit down with Andrew Alirez, an NCAA Champion and 2x Big 12 Champion, to discuss his journey and insights into the world of wrestling. Andrew shares his experience with the transfer portal and the factors that ultimately led him to remain at Northern Colorado. He offers a candid look at what he learned about NIL through this process and how it has shaped his perspective.

We also discuss the challenges Andrew faced with his weight cut to 65kg and its impact on his performance at the Olympic trials. He talks about his approach to taking an Olympic redshirt and his plans for the upcoming World Team Trials. Tune in to hear about the resilience, strategy, and dedication that drive one of wrestling's top athletes.