Episode 145 features A.J. Schopp, Head Assistant Coach at Edinboro University, as he walks through the mindset and technical approach that shaped his career on the mat and in the corner. Schopp shares how he developed one of the most respected top games in college wrestling and how he now teaches athletes to build discipline, confidence, and clarity in every position.

He also talks through the growth of Edinboro’s program, the challenges of developing athletes in today’s landscape, and the habits he believes separate consistent winners from everyone else. This episode gives a direct look into Schopp’s coaching philosophy and the lessons he carries forward from his own competitive journey.