August 22, 2024

On and Off the Mat: Dave Esposito’s Wrestling Legacy & Life Beyond the Edge

1 hour 11 minutes

Join Airey Bros Radio as we reconnect with the legendary Dave Esposito, a two-time NCAA All-American and owner of The Edge in Hoboken. From his Jersey Shore roots to battling on the national stage, Dave shares his journey through wrestling and beyond. We dive into his experiences coaching at The Edge, insights from working with elite athletes, and what it was like training under renowned coaches. Plus, we get a glimpse of Dave’s approach to coaching youth wrestling, MMA, and even parenting! Don't miss this episode packed with wrestling wisdom, life lessons, and a little New Jersey flair.

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Show Notes
:0:00 – Introduction and Catching Up: Dave Esposito on growing up in New Jersey 🌊🏖️
3:19 – Pork Roll vs. Taylor Ham: A North Jersey vs. Central Jersey debate 🥪🤔
5:50 – Dave’s Wrestling Journey: From New Jersey to the NCAA finals 🏅🤼‍♂️
12:00 – The Edge in Hoboken: Building a successful wrestling club 🏫🤼‍♂️
22:25 – Training with Elite Athletes: Working with world champs at NYRTC 🏆🌟
30:00 – MMA Experience: From coaching to cornering in UFC 🥊👊
45:30 – Parenting & Coaching: Balancing family life and youth wrestling 🧑‍👦🤼‍♂️
50:00 – Final Reflections: Lessons learned from wrestling and coaching 📚💡
1:00:00 – Final Four Questions: Coffee, guilty pleasures, and more ☕️🍕🎶💬

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