Incoming true freshman Nate Desmond joins the show to talk about his early days on campus, why Penn State felt like home, and how the star-studded Class of 2025 has already built championship chemistry. Desmond also opens up about his wrestling journey—from struggling early to becoming one of the nation’s top lightweights—and shares insights on mindset, goals, and what it’s like training alongside elite talent like Marcus Blaze and Masanosuke Ono. Don’t miss this exclusive interview with one of the Nittany Lions’ most exciting newcomers.

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00:00:00 - Introduction to Nate Desmond
00:01:47 - Summer on Campus and Arrival Excitement
00:02:29 - Why Penn State Felt Like Home
00:03:32 - The Stacked 2025 Recruiting Class
00:04:49 - Team Chemistry and Iron Sharpens Iron
00:06:51 - Freshman Goals and Working with Coach Nick Lee
00:07:42 - Weight Class Decisions and International Ambitions
00:08:40 - Sponsor Break
00:10:25 - Freestyle Techniques and Summer Competitions
00:12:53 - Origins in Wrestling and Family Legacy
00:15:08 - High School Career at Bethlehem Catholic
00:17:24 - Growth at Wyoming Seminary
00:19:12 - National Prep Championship Win
00:21:10 - The Power of Wrestling Mindset
00:22:46 - Inspirations and Off-the-Mat Life
00:24:53 - Message to Fans and Closing