Talkin' G-MAC

Episode 2 of Talkin' G-MAC: The Vault Series is out now!Host Katie Gilhooly sits down with former Cedarville University Faculty Athletics Representative (FAR) Teresa Clark to explore how the Great Midwest Athletic Conference built its academic foundation from the ground up.Teresa takes us behind closed doors during the 2011–2012 founding meetings, breaking down how charter leaders established non-negotiable academic standards, protected classroom time, and granted FARs a crucial voting seat at the conference table. Learn how Cedarville helped set the benchmark for scholar-athlete excellence, how FARs bridge the gap between professors and athletic departments, and how the creation of the inaugural Academic All-Conference Team laid the groundwork for the league's national academic prestige 15 years later.

In Episode 1 of The Vault Series, host Katie Gilhooly sits down with former Cedarville University head volleyball coach Doug Walters to relive the very beginning of the Great Midwest Athletic Conference (G-MAC).From the origin of the conference name (and the famous hyphen!) to navigating Cedarville's transition into NCAA Division II, Coach Walters breaks down what it took to establish a championship standard in 2012. Learn how Cedarville volleyball carried the weight of building regional respect, captured the inaugural G-MAC tournament title, built a culture of academic and spiritual leadership, and laid the foundation for what the G-MAC has become 15 years later.

The Talkin' G-MAC: Tailgate Tour concludes with Episode 10 as University of Findlay Head Football Coach Tyler Johns sits down to wrap up the conference preview series.

Coach Johns breaks down high-powered offensive expectations, defensive execution throughout fall camp, and preparing for the season opener.

Episode 9 of the Talkin' G-MAC: Tailgate Tour features Hillsdale College Head Football Coach Nate Shreffler previewing the Chargers' physical identity for the upcoming year.

Coach Shreffler evaluates backfield depth, special teams impact players, and navigating Great Midwest play.

The Talkin' G-MAC: Tailgate Tour visits Ashland University for Episode 8 with Head Football Coach Doug Geiser discussing the expectations surrounding the Eagles.

Coach Geiser previews a loaded veteran roster, elite line play, and maintaining focus through a rigorous fall schedule.

Episode 7 of the Talkin' G-MAC: Tailgate Tour spotlights Northwood University Head Football Coach Dustin Beurer as the Timberwolves eye an impactful fall season.

Coach Beurer shares insight into quarterback competition, front-seven adjustments, and establishing a fast tempo early in non-conference play.

The Talkin' G-MAC: Tailgate Tour heads to Painesville, Ohio, for Episode 6, featuring Lake Erie College Head Football Coach David Price.

Coach Price discusses cultural growth within the Storm football program, standout secondary returners, and preparing to defend home turf in their season opener.

Episode 5 of the Talkin' G-MAC: Tailgate Tour features Thomas More University Head Football Coach Chris Norwell as the Saints continue building momentum in the conference.

Coach Norwell breaks down summer conditioning gains, key offensive positioning, and what it will take to secure a Week 1 victory on the road

The Talkin' G-MAC: Tailgate Tour rolls into North Canton, Ohio, for Episode 4 as Walsh University Head Football Coach John Fankhauser previews the Cavaliers' upcoming season.

Coach Fankhauser discusses defensive grit, roster veteran leadership, and crucial early-season matchups on the horizon.

Episode 3 of the Talkin' G-MAC: Tailgate Tour visits Tiffin University as Head Football Coach Zack Blair breaks down the Dragons' offensive potential entering the 2026 campaign.

Coach Blair highlights key returning playmakers, defensive front camp progress, and the mindset heading into non-conference play.