Best Iowa Prep Sports Podcast Podcasts (2023)

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Short Time Wrestling Podcast

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Helen Maroulis and Jordan Burroughs talk Final X, Beat The Streets 59:28

27m ago59:28

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We’re preparing for Final X on June 10 at the Prudential Center and USA Wrestling and Beat The Streets co-hosted a Zoom conference with World and Olympic champions Helen Maroulis and Jordan Burroughs on May 31. Maroulis, the first American woman to win an Olympic wrestling gold medal, discussed her performance at the Pan Ams, what she’s eager to se…

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Short Time Wrestling Podcast

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Brendan Buckley of Beat The Streets talks Final X, BTS Benefit 40:59

2h ago40:59

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Beat The Streets New York’s Brendan Buckley was a Division I All-American and former Division I head wrestling coach. Wrestling’s been part of most of his life. The last several years, the Executive Director of BTSNY, has been working on developing programing and leading the charge of some of its major events, including the annual BTS Benefit, whic…

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Short Time Wrestling Podcast

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Ed Duncan and Frank Lipoli get excited for beach wrestling events, Beach Nationals 40:39

1h ago40:39

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The US Marine Corps Beach Wrestling National Championships are set for Carolina Beach, North Carolina on May 20. Event Director Ed Duncan is joined by master wrestling promoter Frank Lipoli of the Virginia Challenge to talk about the event, the fun in the sun and the opportunities beach wrestling brings to the sport and to the masses. For more info…

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Short Time Wrestling Podcast

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Ryan Warner on his development of The Henry Cejudo Experiment 1:16:42

6d ago1:16:42

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It’s been a long time since Short Time was up and running, but we’re back today and featuring Ryan Warner, one of the top wrestling podcasters in the game and he’s back featuring a new series, The Henry Cejudo Experiment. Warner, founder of Wrestling Changed My Life, chronicles Cejudo’s run to the 2008 Olympic gold in Beijing and what went behind h…

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Red Raiders Podcast

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Texas Tech’s Nate Floyd discusses offseason work, team goals, more 5:51

1M ago5:51

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Lubbock A-J sports editor Carlos Silva Jr. chats with defensive back Nate Floyd, who shifted from his wide receiver spot a year ago.By Gannett

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Red Raiders Podcast

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Jaylon Hutchings discusses second season of Joey McGuire, team, more 5:51

2M ago5:51

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Lubbock A-J sports editor chatted with Texas Tech defensive lineman Jaylon Hutchings about his return to the Red Raiders, the second year under head coach Joey McGuire and more.By Gannett

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Iowa Prep Sports Podcast

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Takeaways from the Iowa boys' state wrestling tournament | Pinning Combination 1:26:50

3M ago1:26:50

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After a few days to reflect, the Pinning Combination is ready to break down an expanded Iowa high school boys’ state wrestling tournament. Hall of Fame coach Dick Briggs helps us determine the standout teams and wrestlers from each of the three classes. Plus, where does Ben Kueter rank among the all-time greats? » Follow Iowa Prep Sports on Twitter…

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Iowa Prep Sports Podcast

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Who will advance to state? | Prep Basketball 22:25

3M ago22:25

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The weather will affect some postseason Iowa high school boys’ basketball games Thursday night, but by this time next week the girls’ state tournament field will be set and the boys’ substate tournaments will be underway in all four classes. With a lot of postponements Thursday, basketball fans can spend their night with the latest episode of The G…

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Iowa Prep Sports Podcast

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Boys' state wrestling preview and predictions | Pinning Combination 1:19:12

3M ago1:19:12

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It’s time for the traditional Iowa high school boys’ state wrestling tournament, this year in an expanded, four-day format. The Gazette’s K.J. Pilcher and Hall of Fame coach Dick Briggs have a class-by-class preview on this week’s episode of the Pinning Combination. » Follow Iowa Prep Sports on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram » Iowa high school wre…

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Iowa Prep Sports Podcast

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A look at the postseason picture as February begins | Prep Basketball 25:30

3M ago25:30

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This week’s episode of the Prep Basketball Podcast begins with a look at the Iowa high school girls’ basketball regional brackets in 3A, 2A and 1A. Who are the favorites to advance to state? Also: Cascade girls’ basketball coach Mike Sconsa steps away as he awaits a kidney transplant. Big wins for the Mount Vernon boys. The top-ranked Cedar Rapids …

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Iowa Prep Sports Podcast

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Previewing IGHSAU state wrestling, IHSAA state duals | Pinning Combination 47:51

3M ago47:51

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This week’s episode of the Pinning Combination podcast with The Gazette's K.J. Pilcher Hall of Fame coach Dick Briggs previews three big days at Xtream Arena, starting with the first IGHSAU state tournament and followed by the IHSAA state duals tournament. Also: Takeaways from the girls’ regional tournaments, boys’ conference tournaments and boys’ …

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Iowa Prep Sports Podcast

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What happened in City High-Fairfield game, plus a look at surging teams | Prep Basketball 35:56

3M ago35:56

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This week’s episode of the Prep Basketball Podcast begins with a discussion about the controversy surrounding Monday night’s Iowa City High-Fairfield game. Also: Which teams are hot right now? Including the Marion and Linn-Mar boys and North Linn and Elkader Central girls. Is attendance in high school basketball down? Will it ever recover? A look a…

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Iowa Prep Sports Podcast

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Previewing boys’ wrestling conference and girls’ wrestling regional tournaments | Pinning Combination 1:01:15

4M ago1:01:15

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This week’s episode of the Pinning Combination podcast with Hall of Fame coach Dick Briggs looks ahead to a big weekend of Iowa high school wrestling, previewing regional tournaments for the girls and conference tournaments for the boys. Also: Breaking down the boys’ wrestling regional dual assignments. Takeaways from last week’s tournaments, inclu…

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Iowa Prep Sports Podcast

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New boys' basketball No. 1s and notable milestones | Prep Basketball 34:05

4M ago34:05

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Cedar Rapids Kennedy is the new No. 1-ranked team in Class 4A boys’ basketball. The Cougars backed it up in their first game since the rankings release with an impressive win at Dubuque Senior. This week’s Prep Basketball Podcast with The Gazette's Jeff Linder and Jeff Johnson delves into the Cougars’ strengths, including their depth. Benton Commun…

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Iowa Prep Sports Podcast

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Are IWCOA rankings the best way to determine regional duals? | Pinning Combination 1:01:09

4M ago1:01:09

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With regional duals sites out this week and Iowa Wrestling Coaches and Officials Association rankings now determining qualifiers in all three classes, The Gazette's K.J. Pilcher and Hall of Fame coach Dick Briggs discuss whether the current system could be improved. Plus, a look back at the week in Iowa high school wrestling, including a close J-Ha…

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Short Time Wrestling Podcast

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Terry Daniels: It's all his fault 44:42

4M ago44:42

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Today, Short Time is a personal interview with someone you’ve never previously heard from, unless you happened to listen to a Hampton-based sports talk show called Contact Sports 20-something years ago. Few people had an impact on my life in sports more than Terry Daniels. Terry isn’t family, but he pretty much has been a part of it for the last 20…

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Iowa Prep Sports Podcast

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Who should be No. 1 in 4A boys' hoops? | Prep Basketball 34:12

4M ago34:12

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There are more rankings to discuss on this week’s Prep Basketball Podcast with The Gazette's Jeff Linder and Jeff Johnson. Will we see shake-ups at the top? Last week’s River Valley Shootout made us wonder if there is room for more events like this — or even conference tournaments. Plus, our Subtext subscribers chimed in with their questions: What …

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Iowa Prep Sports Podcast

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Standouts from a weekend of big tournaments | Pinning Combination 37:11

4M ago37:11

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On this episode of the Pinning Combination, The Gazette's K.J. Pilcher and Hall of Fame coach Dick Briggs highlight the standouts from another big weekend of high school wrestling for boys and girls, including tournaments at Benton Community, Anamosa and Ames. » Follow Iowa Prep Sports on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram » Iowa high school wrestling…

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Iowa Prep Sports Podcast

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Conference realignment wish list, shot clock implementation, new rankings | Prep Basketball 45:19

4M ago45:19

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The Gazette's Jeff Johnson and Jeff Linder bring back the Prep Basketball Podcast in 2023 with a loaded first show. First up, a quick run through the season so far — which boys’ and girls’ teams have stood out? Then, it’s on to the season’s new elements. How has the shot clock affected play? How have the Iowa High School Athletic Association’s offi…

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Iowa Prep Sports Podcast

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Back from break with midseason wrestling awards | Pinning Combination 32:28

4M ago32:28

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The Pinning Combination podcast is back from the holiday break! The Gazette's K.J. Pilcher and Hall of Fame coach Dick Briggs hand out their midseason awards — MVP, coach of the year and team of the year — and take a look at the duals and tournaments to watch during the first week of January. » Follow Iowa Prep Sports on Twitter, Facebook and Insta…

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Red Raiders Podcast

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Red Raider Podcast: Jerand Bradley talks about second straight bowl game, more 5:20

5M ago5:20

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Lubbock A-J sports editor spoke with Texas Tech wideout Jerand Bradley before the Red Raiders traveled to play in the TaxAct Texas Bowl in Houston. Bradley discussed how he became a star following his performance at the Liberty Bowl a year prior and more.By Gannett

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Red Raiders Podcast

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Red Raider Podcast: Tahj Brooks chats bowl game, Christmas and more 6:00

5M ago6:00

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Lubbock A-J sports editor spoke with Texas Tech running back Tahj Brooks before the TaxAct Texas Bowl. Brooks provided insight to the Red Raiders gameplan and what it meant for his squad to make it to a bowl game in back-to-back seasons.By Gannett

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Short Time Wrestling Podcast

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Wrestling coach, author and professor Keith Manos on the survival of wrestling coaches 1:07:25

5M ago1:07:25

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Wrestling coach, professor and English teacher Keith Manos joins Short Time to talk about some of the things he’s learned about coaching over the years and how he crafted them into books to help teachers and coaches alike. A member of the Ohio Wrestling Hall of Fame, Manos’ Wrestling Coach’s Survival Guide has been around for almost 30 years and wa…

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Iowa Prep Sports Podcast

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United World Wrestling’s World Cup Impressions | Pinning Combination 1:16:25

5M ago1:16:25

1:16:25

K.J. Pilcher and Dick Briggs share their impression of the United World Wrestling’s World Cup, breakdown college and high school results and look ahead to upcoming tournaments.By Iowa Prep Sports Podcast

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Iowa Prep Sports Podcast

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Dan Gable Donnybrook standouts | Pinning Combination 27:14

5M ago27:14

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The Gazette's K.J. Pilcher and Hall of Fame coach Dick Briggs discuss who stood out at the Dan Gable Donnybrook and other Iowa high school wrestling tournaments last weekend on this week's Pinning Combination podcast.By Iowa Prep Sports Podcast

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Short Time Wrestling Podcast

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The always entertaining Frank Lipoli of the Virginia Challenge 1:20:47

5M ago1:20:47

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The always entertaining Frank Lipoli of the Virginia Challenge joins the show to talk about the upcoming Virginia Challenge Holiday Duals at the Virginia Beach Sports Center in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Frank’s background in wrestling goes back over 60 years and he’s a 2001 inductee into the Virginia Chapter of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame a…

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Iowa Prep Sports Podcast

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Start of IGHSAU wrestling is rejuvenating for the sport | Pinning Combination 43:06

5M ago43:06

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The Pinning Combination is back! The Gazette's K.J. Pilcher and Hall of Fame coach Dick Briggs talk all things Iowa wrestling. In the first Iowa Prep Sports segment of 2022-23, the start of IGHSAU wrestling has been rejuvenating for the sport. And, a look at the top Gazette area boys' teams to watch this winter.…

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Short Time Wrestling Podcast

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Prudential Center's Dylan Wanagiel preps for 2022 Garden State Grapple 37:14

5M ago37:14

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Dylan Wanagiel of the Prudential Center is bringing the second iteration of the Garden State Grapple to Newark, New Jersey's Prudential Center on Sunday, December 4. With four Big Ten teams taking on four EIWA teams, it'll be eight exciting duals. Wanagiel talks about the event's origins starting as the Grapple at the Garden in New York City and ho…

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Red Raiders Podcast

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RED RAIDER PODCAST: Baylor Cupp chats TD catch vs. Iowa State, game versus Oklahoma 5:35

6M ago5:35

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Lubbock A-J sports editor Carlos Silva Jr. Caught up with Texas Tech tight end Baylor Cupp, who discussed his touchdown against Iowa State, his journey, earning bowl eligibility and the season finale against Oklahoma.By Gannett

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Iowa Prep Sports Podcast

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Previews and picks for the Iowa high school state football championships | Prep Football Huddle 48:49

6M ago48:49

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There are seven games left in the 2022 Iowa high school football season. Which seven teams will leave the UNI-Dome with state championship trophies? The Gazette's Jeff Johnson and K.J. Pilcher make their picks for all seven and break down the Gazette-area games on this episode of the Prep Football Huddle. » Sign up for the free Iowa Prep Sports new…

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Short Time Wrestling Podcast

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Michigan's Sean Bormet and Oklahoma State's John Smith talk Bout at the Ballpark 2023 29:30

6M ago29:30

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Bout at the Ballpark presented by Kubota will return to Globe Life Field for the second straight year. The event will feature competition with NCAA ranked Oklahoma State (11) and Michigan (5) on Friday, February 3, 2023. The event will feature a new format this year, with one wrestling mat placed on home plate. Floor seating will also be added for …

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Short Time Wrestling Podcast

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Think Iowa City's Josh Schamberger ready to roll with upcoming World Cup in Coralville, Iowa 43:19

6M ago43:19

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Josh Schamberger is the President at the Iowa City/Coralville Area Conventions and Visitors Bureau. On December 10-11, Coralville’s Xtream Arena will host a wrestling first - the men’s and women’s freestyle World Cup - at the same time. Check out the GearUP campaign I’ve joined on with in conjunction with Beat The Streets National. Check out how yo…

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Iowa Prep Sports Podcast

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Dome bound! Previewing the Iowa high school state football semifinals 50:47

6M ago50:47

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The Iowa high school football playoffs move to the UNI-Dome this week with the semifinals in all seven classes. The Gazette's Jeff Johnson and K.J. Pilcher help kick off the week with the Prep Football Huddle podcast. We look back at the quarterfinals, discuss the top storylines and break down this week's matchups…

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Iowa Prep Sports Podcast

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Previewing the Iowa high school football playoffs Round of 16 | Prep Football Huddle 58:11

7M ago58:11

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Who got a promising draw? Who got the “Group of Death”? The Gazette’s K.J. Pilcher, Jeff Johnson and Jeff Linder break down the Iowa high school football playoffs Round of 16 pairings on this week’s Prep Football Huddle. First, a look at the Linn-Mar at Cedar Rapids Prairie rematch. Could the IHSAA have avoided pairing the two one week after their …

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Short Time Wrestling Podcast

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KCAC Women's Wrestling Media Day featuring Avila, Doane, Friends, Hastings, Midland, Ottawa, Jamestown, Saint Mary and York 1:28:14

7M ago1:28:14

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The Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference held the second of two wrestling media days on October 25. Episode 722 of the Short Time Wrestling Podcast joins media day! The second KCAC wrestling media day featured the nine women’s programs with the men’s media day already taking place on October 20 (Episode 720). Nate Naasz of the KWCA and NWCA modera…

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Short Time Wrestling Podcast

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Fantasy Fight League's Joe Kania set to launch wrestling video game 50:56

7M ago50:56

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Joe Kania wrestled in New Jersey for powerhouse Bergen Catholic. He jumped into wrestling coverage with the newspapers in New Jersey. After a couple of stops in the NFL with social media marketing and a stint at FloSports, Kania launched FantasyFightLeague.com, which focused on fantasy sports games. Kania recently pivoted away from fantasy sports a…

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Short Time Wrestling Podcast

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KCAC Men's Wrestling Media Day featuring Avila, Bethany, Friends, Oklahoma Wesleyan, Ottawa, Saint Mary and York 1:15:46

7M ago1:15:46

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The Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference held the first of two wrestling media days on October 20. Episode 720 of the Short Time Wrestling Podcast joins media day! The first KCAC wrestling media day featured the seven men’s programs with the women’s media day coming October 25. Nate Naasz of the KWCA and NWCA moderated the online media day with ea…

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Short Time Wrestling Podcast

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Princeton Media Day with Chris Ayres, Pat Glory, Marshall Keller, Quincy Monday and Travis Stefanik 1:08:48

7M ago1:08:48

1:08:48

Last year, Princeton set a school record with two wrestlers reaching the NCAA Division I finals. Both Pat Glory and Quincy Monday return to the lineup and that’s just a taste of what you’ll hear from the Tigers this season. On Wednesday October 19, Princeton held Wrestling Media Day where head coach Chris Ayres fielded questions from the media in-p…

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Iowa Prep Sports Podcast

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What's on the line in Iowa high school football Week 9? | Prep Football Huddle 45:29

7M ago45:29

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Week 9 of Iowa high school football is the last week of the regular season for some (5A, 4A, 3A), the first round of the playoffs for others (2A, 1A, A, 8-Player). The Gazette's Jeff Johnson, Jeff Linder and K.J. Pilcher break it all down on this episode of the Prep Football Huddle. From playoff scenarios and the RPI impact to the most-intriguing R…

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Short Time Wrestling Podcast

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Coaching legend Rummy Macias turns 100 30:15

7M ago30:15

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Rometo “Rummy” Macias wrestled at the University of Iowa in the 1940s. A two-time Big Ten champion, Macias finished second at the 1948 NCAA championships before starting the first wrestling team at what’s now known as Minnesota State University in Mankato, Minnesota. The Minnesota State family celebrated Macias’ birthday on October 17 as the diminu…

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Short Time Wrestling Podcast

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Talking Super 32 and message board lifespans with Willie Saylor of MatScouts 1:36:21

7M ago1:36:21

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the top high school folkstyle tournament in the country regardless of the time of year. We also wrap up the show talking about message boards and the pending death of the one on TheMat. Check out the GearUP campaign I’ve joined on with in conjunction with Beat The Streets National. Check out how you can help outfit kids by going to https://www.matt…

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Short Time Wrestling Podcast

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App State Media Day with JohnMark Bentley, Will Formato, Jonathan Millner, Cody Bond and Caleb Smith 1:05:36

7M ago1:05:36

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It’s wrestling media day for Appalachian State wrestling, so we jumped on in and ended up creating a full episode of the Short Time Wrestling Podcast for it. Outside of the Hand Raised blog’s Ted Carreras, it was pretty much just me, coach JohnMark Bentley and four App State wrestlers ready for another run at the season. Before we get to the show, …

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Iowa Prep Sports Podcast

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Week 7 Iowa high school football takeaways: Top-tier teams separating | Prep Football Huddle 56:44

7M ago56:44

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At this point in the Iowa high school football season, we have enough data points to know some tiers have emerged in most classes. It looks like there is a clear top four in Class 5A, with Pleasant Valley backing up its spot there last Friday against Iowa City High. Harlan seems to be in a tier of its own in 3A. And in 1A, well, there are a lot of …

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Short Time Wrestling Podcast

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Rider head coach John Hangey remembers the late Gary Taylor 59:44

7M ago59:44

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Longtime Rider wrestling coach Gary Taylor passed away last month. After 39 years at the helm, he handed the keys to the Rider program to his longtime assistant coach John Hangey. On today’s episode of the Short Time Wrestling Podcast, we’ll talk with John Hangey as he enters his sixth year as the head coach at Rider. He’ll touch on his career and …

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Iowa Prep Sports Podcast

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RPI reactions + Week 6 Iowa high school football takeaways | Prep Football Huddle 36:28

7M ago36:28

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With the release of the first official Iowa high school football RPI standings of the season, The Gazette's Jeff Linder and Jeff Johnson break down what stands out on this week's Prep Football Huddle podcast. Plus, a look at the most compelling districts, deepest classes, biggest wins of Week 6 and the top Week 7 games to watch.…

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Iowa Prep Sports Podcast

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Iowa high school football's Week 5 blowouts + Kingston Stadium memories | Prep Football Huddle 1:03:01

8M ago1:03:01

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Did it seem like there were more blowouts than usual in Iowa high school football last Friday? The Gazette's K.J. Pilcher, Jeff Johnson and Jeff Linder consider whether that’s a trend or an anomaly on this episode of the Prep Football Huddle and discuss what else stood out in Week 5, including Sigourney-Keota knocking off 1A No. 1 Pella Christian. …

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Short Time Wrestling Podcast

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What is the Premier National League? PINnacle's Jared Lawrence explains 53:19

8M ago53:19

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The first Premier National League (PNL) wrestling event will take place on Saturday, September 24 in Aurora, Illinois. The PNL features eight of the nation's top wrestling clubs in tiered competition focused on development of the next level of college and international wrestlers. On this episode of the Short Time Wrestling Podcast, Jared Lawrence, …

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Iowa Prep Sports Podcast

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Best of Iowa high school football Week 4 + Week 5 preview | Prep Football Huddle 57:44

8M ago57:44

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From Iowa City Liberty and Marion, to Cascade, East Buchanan and more, The Gazette's K.J. Pilcher, Jeff Linder and Jeff Johnson run through the most-impressive wins of Iowa high school football Week 4 on the latest episode of the Prep Football Huddle podcast. Plus, a look ahead to the biggest Week 5 games, including the Battle for the Boot between …

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Iowa Prep Sports Podcast

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Who's No. 1 in 1A? Week 3 Iowa high school football takeaways | Prep Football Huddle 45:50

9M ago45:50

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Who should be the No. 1-ranked team in Class 1A of Iowa high school football? The latest Gazette poll has five different teams getting No. 1 votes, with Dyersville Beckman getting the nod. The Gazette's Jeff Johnson, Jeff Linder and K.J. Pilcher discuss that parity, more takeaways from Week 3 and Week 4 games to watch on the latest Prep Football Hu…

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Iowa Prep Sports Podcast

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Best of Iowa high school football Week 2 + NIL in IHSAA? | Prep Football Huddle 51:11

9M ago51:11

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The Prep Football Huddle with The Gazette's K.J. Pilcher, Jeff Johnson and Jeff Linder discusses the best of Week 2 of the Iowa high school football season, including Mount Vernon stunning Solon, Iowa City Liberty beating Linn-Mar and Williamsburg ending Van Meter's regular-season win streak. Plus, will the IHSAA's guidelines for NIL have any impac…

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