The Caution Stalling Podcast

Coach Tootle comes from the Las Vegas Valley, where he spent his formative years on the gridiron. He made his mark at Shadow Ridge High School, and his love for football has fueled a passion that ensured he never truly left the game.

Coach Tootle stepped into coaching early in his career—some might even say with plenty of tread still left on his tires. But the connection he felt in reaching young men confirmed he had made the right choice to hang up his cleats and pick up a clipboard. Over time, he built a strong resume, gaining experience in nearly every phase of the game. From position coach to coordinator on both sides of the ball, and even teaching himself how to coach linemen, Tootle worked his way up the coaching ladder with relentless dedication.

Watching Coach Tootle turn this program around has been remarkable. He has led the change by embodying the very standards he expects from his players. Even in the toughest coaching situations, Tootle never flinched—he kept pushing his young men forward. Now, as Head Coach at Eldorado, he is committed to continued growth, refusing to settle for contentment. With charisma, a relentless pursuit of perfection, and the ability to speak life into his program, Tootle has laid the foundation for a true winning culture.

Carlos, better known as Los, began his athletic journey deeply invested in club baseball. When Covid hit, he entered high school but was prevented from starting his freshman year at Eldorado High as a baseball player. It wasn’t until his sophomore year that Los officially began his high school baseball career and started carving his path.

During his time with the Eldorado baseball program, Los had to pave a path that hadn’t been created before—the Division I route. Along the way, he built an impressive resume: 3x All-State, 3x All-Conference, 2x Player of the Year Runner-Up, retired number 0, and named Most Valuable Player every season he played. (In fact, the MVP award at Eldorado now carries his name.) While his dominance on the field is undeniable, Los also opens up about the battles he faced off the field.

In the end, Carlos signed to play at Phoenix College. While his dream of continuing in the game remains, his sights are now set on pursuing a professional career in Mexico. His journey proves that not every path is smooth sailing—but through grit and perseverance, Los never quit. Because of that, his name will forever hang on the fence at Eldorado, and his number will never be worn again.

Adolfo, also known as One Intro, turned to art as an outlet for life. A man of Faith, a husband, a father and a man from North Las Vegas with a dream began with pictures and writing soon evolved into deeper expressions of morals, eventually leading him to the ultimate gateway of tattooing. Through his craft, Intro found not only a voice but a way to share his story with the world.

While wrestling with the idea of tattooing, Adolfo continued to deepen his love for art. Job after job, he sharpened his skills until one opportunity changed everything—he was given tattoo equipment. That gift sparked the shift that would launch his career as a business owner. Starting out as an apprentice and working toward his license, Intro quickly built such a loyal clientele that he was eventually able to purchase the very shop where he began.

After purchasing the shop, Intro rebranded and began running the business on his own terms. In time, he committed fully to his artist name, building a brand around One Intro. With the support of his wife, he continues to grow his vision and build the empire they are creating together.

Gold Rush’s 5-foot heavyweight champ of the world, Tylene Tran, joins the Caution Stalling Podcast. Tylene shares how she traded the cheer platform for the wrestling mat during Covid, a move inspired by watching her brother’s practices. What started as curiosity quickly turned into passion, as the pandemic opened the door for her to step into the sport and change her life forever.

Tylene reflects on the life lessons wrestling has given her, from coaching the Little Miners to working with the Discovery 1 class. Though coaching brought challenges, it also deepened her understanding of the sport by forcing her to teach it. Beyond giving back, wrestling has reshaped her mindset—teaching her how to handle pressure and grow stronger mentally. With her successes, Tylene has also grown in her faith, embracing patience and trusting the long game of her career. She stays focused on her potential while leaning on the coaches who always have her back in the corner.

Tylene shares deep gratitude for Gold Rush—the coaching staff, the culture, and her teammates—for shaping her journey. Through her words, it’s clear just how important the Gold Rush family is to one of Nevada’s top women wrestlers. Her bond with the program is unbreakable, and she hopes to one day return to coach the next generation of girls in the very place she calls home.

Mark is absolute fireworks—his wrestling style embodies the spirit of “Say When.” He charges into every match with intensity, bringing the heat to all opponents and trusting the battle to unfold from there.

His journey began with Cimarron High School’s youth team before making his final stop at ATC. It was through competition that Mark discovered his true love for wrestling, even while balancing his passion for football.

Surprisingly, despite his aggressive style, Mark admits to struggling with confidence throughout his career. His approach in matches was often raw and relentless—scrapping, pushing the pace, and diving in with hopes of grabbing a leg. That relentless energy forged him in the fire of elite competition, as he consistently faced some of the toughest wrestlers around.

Reflecting on his career, Mark recognizes both the highs and lows of battling such talented opponents. His resume speaks for itself: a two-time State Placer, three-time Regional Runner-Up, and a High School All-American.

Mark’s story is one of grit, resilience, and explosive energy—proof that even with doubts, a fighter’s spirit can light up the mat.

Adrian made history as Eldorado High School’s first State Champion since 2012. On the podcast, he shares his wrestling beginnings and how his journey truly took off once he joined Eldorado. While he started in the youth ranks, Adrian credits Eldorado for fueling both his leap in talent and his deep love for the sport.

A story of persistence and pride, Adrian’s achievement isn’t just about ending a decade-long drought—it’s about setting a new standard for the program and inspiring the next wave of wrestlers to chase greatness.

Adrian’s junior year was a turning point. Up to that point, he had seen plenty of success but hadn’t yet broken through his own limitations. That changed when he and Coach O took on the challenge of cutting to 113 pounds.

What started as a physical task quickly became a mental one. The weight cut tested Adrian’s discipline, but it also became the lesson that unlocked his confidence. Through the grind, he discovered a new level of belief in himself—one that matched the intensity of his work ethic.

By choosing to fully commit, Adrian found his breakthrough. He maintained the weight, pushed through the obstacles, and transformed into the wrestler he knew he could be. The journey at 113s ultimately led him to his State Title—cementing his growth not just as a wrestler, but as a competitor who could conquer any barrier in front of him.

Full of energy and determination, Raylynn Woods joins the Caution Stalling podcast to share her wrestling journey. She takes us through the proud Woods tradition, her climb to the State tournament, and the lessons learned from tough losses along the way. By drilling with boys in the room, she’s pushed herself to become the best version of who she can be—embracing every challenge as fuel for growth.

As the first girl in the Woods bloodline to wrestle, Raylynn reflects on the challenges of proving she belonged in a sport often dominated by boys. Wrestling has been her passion since childhood, and by carving her own path, she’s opened the door for future generations in her family to follow.

Raylynn is far from finished. She openly acknowledges her accomplishments—being ranked and winning State—as important milestones, but not the final destination. Her focus remains on development, improvement, and the pursuit of bigger goals. With her sights set on Division I wrestling, Raylynn’s story is one of grit, resilience, the relentless pursuit of excellence and even a small town girl can do it!

Christian shares how baseball runs in his bloodline, shaping his beginnings in the sport. He reflects on his high school days at Las Vegas High, giving credit and appreciation to several teammates and to Coach Thomas for their influence along the way.

His collegiate path was anything but straightforward. Christian recalls his first stop at College of the Desert, where he earned the starting job but struggled mentally without the guidance of a mentor. The absence of that support made it difficult to grow as a student-athlete, and ultimately, it cost him his spot.

Determined to keep going, Christian moved on to CSN. He redshirted in hopes of being the best candidate for year two, but he also acknowledges the mistakes that eventually led to his dismissal from the program. After a period of reflection and nearly walking away from the game, he found one last opportunity with Cerro Coso. There, Christian took his final at-bat, leaning on his greatest strength—experience and maturity—while building meaningful bonds with his teammates.

Christian’s story is one of ups, downs, and resilience. It’s a reminder that growth often comes from the struggles, and maturity comes from finding lessons in every step of the journey.

Coach Terry takes us through his path of becoming a wrestling coach, sharing the moments and influences that ultimately pulled him back to the mat—just in a different role. He reflects on the changes he’s brought to the Sierra Vista program, all with the goal of building a culture of winning both on and off the mat.

Passionate about the growth of wrestling in Nevada, Coach Terry makes a strong case for change, especially when it comes to expanding opportunities for women in the sport. Two cornerstones of Vista’s program stand out in his story: creating an electric home dual atmosphere and hosting a girls’ tournament to showcase rising talent.

In a heartfelt segment, Coach Terry reveals his personal “Mount Rushmore,” honoring the influential people who’ve inspired him to push forward despite the challenges of coaching. His journey is marked by battles, lessons, and resilience—but above all, it’s a story of success built on impact, vision, and hope for the future of wrestling.

Destin shares his love for the aggressive side of wrestling and how it fuels his connection to the sport. While looking toward the future, he’s open to life beyond wrestling, but knows the mat will always be in his back pocket. He gives love to his brother Josiah and his boy Crash, crediting them as strong partners in his journey.

Destin recalls losing a critical state finals match as the turning point that changed everything. That loss pushed him to commit fully—on and off the mat. No wasted reps. No going through the motions. No lack of fun. It all came down to asking himself: “How bad do I really want it?”

He also takes us deep into his unique scrambling style, which he’s dubbed Full Send. Destin explains the fun behind the style, the creativity it gives him, and most importantly, his ability to flip the switch and become a precise technician when the moment demands it.