Is Ridge Lovett The Best Top Rider Right Now? Full Weekend Rundown

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Basch & The Brain January 13th Recapping Recent Events & Looking Ahead to Action Coming Up:

02:12 - Senior Level News
07:20 - Why Gable is Vilified
09:30 - Season-Ending Injury Plague
18:21 - Nebraska vs UNI, Minnesota
30:35 - Penn State Dominance
33:15 - Ridge Lovett & State of Riding
44:00 - Friday Results & Notes
53:30 - Looking at Saturday / Sunday Results
01:01:45 - Looking Ahead to Action Coming Up

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Is Ridge Lovett The Best Top Rider Right Now? Full Weekend Rundown | 263

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published about a year ago

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Basch & The Brain January 13th Recapping Recent Events & Looking Ahead to Action Coming Up:

02:12 - Senior Level News
07:20 - Why Gable is Vilified
09:30 - Season-Ending Injury Plague
18:21 - Nebraska vs UNI, Minnesota
30:35 - Penn State Dominance
33:15 - Ridge Lovett & State of Riding
44:00 - Friday Results & Notes
53:30 - Looking at Saturday / Sunday Results
01:01:45 - Looking Ahead to Action Coming Up

Tweet us and send us messages with questions and general thoughts! Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to the podcast and go through the archives to hear more great stories & analysis.

PLEASE Support the show & leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts, and shop some apparel on BASCHAMANIA.com! For all partnership and sponsorship inquiries, email info@baschamania.com.

BASCHAMANIA is a Basch Solutions Production. Learn more about Basch Solutions at www.BaschSolutions.com.

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2025 World Team Is Just About Set: Final X Winners, Surprises & Storylines | 312 1:31:35

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In this episode of Basch & The Brain Live, we recap an electric Final X 2025 event with no shortage of drama, dominance, and surprises. From David Carr taking out Mesenbrink to Levi Haines showing out, we break down the biggest wins and upsets. PJ Duke stuns Yianni, Zahid dominates Dake, and Spencer Lee punches another World Team ticket. We also talk about Kyle Snyder’s 11th straight team, Wyatt Hendrickson’s thriller, and the impact of true third matches and delayed wrestle-offs. Plus, a look at women’s freestyle & Helen Maroulis making her 15th straight team, Real American Freestyle’s growth, and Poulin’s transfer to Iowa State. 07:30 - Delayed Wrestle-offs 14:30 - True Third Matches 17:49 - 74kg: David Carr beats Mitchell Mesenbrink 21:20 - 79kg: Levi Haines is a Hoss 24:45 - 125kg: Wyatt Hendrickson Puts on a Thriller 28:45 - 92kg: Hidlay vs Barr was a Battle 33:20 - 97kg: Kyle Snyder Makes 11th Straight Team 38:45 - 65kg: Real Woods 1-0 in Making World Teams 43:00 - 70kg: PJ Duke Stuns Yianni 54:20 - 57kg: Spencer Lee Back on a Team 56:15 - 86kg: Zahid Dominated Dake 01:00:30 - Women’s Freestyle Recap 01:07:30 - Steveo Poulin to Iowa State, NCAA Housekeeping 01:10:20 - Can Real American Freestyle Succeed? Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to the podcast. NEW EPISODES WEEKLY/BIWEEKLY! Support the show & leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts, and shop some apparel on BASCHAMANIA.com! For all partnership and sponsorship inquiries, email info@baschamania.com. BASCHAMANIA is a Basch Solutions Production. Learn more about Basch Solutions at BaschSolutions.com. SUBSCRIBE FOR VIDEO ON YOUTUBE! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pxf0TDH1TTY TWITTER: http://www.twitter.com/justinjbasch INSTAGRAM: http://www.instagram.com/jbasch BASCHAMANIA: https://www.instagram.com/baschamania ARGUE WITH THE BRAIN ON TWITTER/X: https://x.com/MatScouts1…

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Catching Up With Olympian Roman Bravo-Young on Life in Stillwater | 311 33:12

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RBY is back on the show today! 0:45 - The Move to Stillwater 2:45 - Training with Daton Fix 05:00 - Transitioning to Freestyle 09:25 - Getting a Big Win 11:30 - Competing for Mexico 14:00 - Audrey Jimenez & Sergio Vega 17:00 - NIL / Brand, Current Thoughts 19:30 - Getting Better in the Room 23:00 - MMA Plans? 25:30 - Final X Picks Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to the podcast. NEW EPISODES WEEKLY/BIWEEKLY! Support the show & leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts, and shop some apparel on BASCHAMANIA.com! For all partnership and sponsorship inquiries, email info@baschamania.com. BASCHAMANIA is a Basch Solutions Production. Learn more about Basch Solutions at BaschSolutions.com. SUBSCRIBE FOR VIDEO ON YOUTUBE! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pxf0TDH1TTY TWITTER: http://www.twitter.com/justinjbasch INSTAGRAM: http://www.instagram.com/jbasch BASCHAMANIA: https://www.instagram.com/baschamania FOLLOW LUKE: https://www.instagram.com/luke__stanich/…

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Final X Preview, Ferrari to Nebraska + More | 310 1:28:04

8 days ago1:28:04

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It's Final X week! We talk: Bo Nickal Ben Askren AJ Ferrari to Nebraska National Duals Seeds Implications McHenry, Vasquez Transferring Beau Bartlett/Penn State Drama? Men's Final X Preview Women's Final X Preview Army, Kent State Coaching Announcements Incoming Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to the podcast. NEW EPISODES WEEKLY/BIWEEKLY! Support the show & leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts, and shop some apparel on BASCHAMANIA.com! For all partnership and sponsorship inquiries, email info@baschamania.com. BASCHAMANIA is a Basch Solutions Production. Learn more about Basch Solutions at BaschSolutions.com. SUBSCRIBE FOR VIDEO ON YOUTUBE! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pxf0TDH1TTY TWITTER: http://www.twitter.com/justinjbasch INSTAGRAM: http://www.instagram.com/jbasch BASCHAMANIA: https://www.instagram.com/baschamania FOLLOW LUKE: https://www.instagram.com/luke__stanich/…

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Luke Stanich Talks World Team Trials Win, Lehigh Progress, and NJ Roots | 309 35:44

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In this episode, Lehigh standout Luke Stanich joins the show fresh off winning a best-of-three series to make his first U20 World Team . We talk about his rise from the New Jersey high school scene , overcoming an early deficit in the Trials finals, and how he’s quickly adjusting to freestyle with minimal experience. Luke reflects on his freshman season at Lehigh , his decision to bump up to 141, and the value of his redshirt year . We also dive into the culture in the Lehigh room , his path through NJ states, and the keys to his successful transition to college wrestling — plus a few rapid-fire questions and transfer portal thoughts to close it out. 1:10 - Winning Best of 3 Series 3:30 - Minimal Freestyle Experience 7:00 - Down 0-4 Against Zepeda 9:10 - Growth Points 10:30 - Freshman Season Takeaways 12:00 - Going up to 141 14:30 - Redshirt Season 15:20 - Lehigh Vibes for Next Season 17:30 - Growing up in Jersey 19:30 - Breaking Through at NJ States 24:30 - Successful Transition to College 28:45 - Rapid Fire Q&A 34:20 - Transfer Portal Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to the podcast. NEW EPISODES WEEKLY/BIWEEKLY! Support the show & leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts, and shop some apparel on BASCHAMANIA.com! For all partnership and sponsorship inquiries, email info@baschamania.com. BASCHAMANIA is a Basch Solutions Production. Learn more about Basch Solutions at BaschSolutions.com. SUBSCRIBE FOR VIDEO ON YOUTUBE! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pxf0TDH1TTY TWITTER: http://www.twitter.com/justinjbasch INSTAGRAM: http://www.instagram.com/jbasch BASCHAMANIA: https://www.instagram.com/baschamania FOLLOW LUKE: https://www.instagram.com/luke__stanich/…

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Vito Arujau Wrestle-off Delay, Oklahoma in Portal, RAF Updates | 308 1:08:10

12 days ago1:08:10

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In this episode of Basch & The Brain Live , we break down the delay in Vito Arujau’s Final X wrestle-off , what it means for the series, and why it matters. We also talk about Oklahoma quietly continuing to stockpile talent with the addition of Hipolito , and the Army head coaching search narrowing to its final three . Plus, an update on AJ Ferrari , a look ahead to June 15th recruiting calls , and Willie’s Real American Freestyle trip and takeaways . 01:30 - Vito Arujau Gets a Wrestle-off Delay for Final X 15:30 - Oklahoma Picks Up Hipolito, Quietly Continuing to Load Up 24:30 - Tyler Wells Buffaloes Willie 29:40 - Army Head Coach Position Down To Final 3 32:30 - Update on AJ Ferrari 41:15 - June 15th First Calls 50:35 - Willie's Real American Freestyle Trip & Updates Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to the podcast. NEW EPISODES WEEKLY/BIWEEKLY! Support the show & leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts, and shop some apparel on BASCHAMANIA.com! For all partnership and sponsorship inquiries, email info@baschamania.com. BASCHAMANIA is a Basch Solutions Production. Learn more about Basch Solutions at BaschSolutions.com. SUBSCRIBE FOR VIDEO ON YOUTUBE! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pxf0TDH1TTY TWITTER: http://www.twitter.com/justinjbasch INSTAGRAM: http://www.instagram.com/jbasch BASCHAMANIA: https://www.instagram.com/baschamania WILLIE ON TWITTER/X: https://twitter.com/MatScouts1 WILLIE'S EXCLUSIVE CONTENT: https://rokfin.com/MatScouts…

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Duke, Blaze, Mirasola Twins & More — U20 World Team Reactions | 307 1:40:23

15 days ago1:40:23

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In this episode of Basch & The Brain Live on BASCHAMANIA , we react to the news that AJ Ferrari was denied admission at UNC and speculate on Troy Nickerson’s possible return to Army West Point . We then dive deep into the U20 World Team Trials , covering weight-by-weight highlights — including Anthony Knox’s 3 match rebound , Blaze back on the team , Duke’s dominance at 70kg , and Jayden James giving Dee Lockett & the 74kg field a serious push at 74kg . We also talk Henckel’s breakthrough , Mirasola brothers’ dominance , and McEnelly’s gritty win at 86kg . Plus: a U23 Nationals recap and Willie’s next move with Real American Freestyle . 6:15: AJ Ferrari Got Denied at UNC 18:10: Troy Nickerson to Army West Point? 24:05: U20s - 57kg, Knox Turned it Around Late 33:30 - 61kg - Blaze back on a World Team 35:15 - 65kg - Was It a Takedown? 46:15 - 70kg - Duke Back on the Team 49:05 - 74kg - Jayden James is a Dawg, but Lockett Too Much 57:10 - 79kg - Henckel Breaks Through 01:01:10 - 86kg - McEnelly Battles Back to Make Team 01:05:40 - 92kg - Mirasola Back on World Team 01:07:30 - 97kg - Rademacher Continues to Win 01:09:30 - 125kg - Cole Mirasola Again Checks The Box 01:16:30 - U23 Nationals - Who Is on the Team, Finals Rundown 01:31:30 - Willie Takes a Job With Real American Freestyle Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to the podcast. NEW EPISODES WEEKLY/BIWEEKLY! Support the show & leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts, and shop some apparel on BASCHAMANIA.com! For all partnership and sponsorship inquiries, email info@baschamania.com. BASCHAMANIA is a Basch Solutions Production. Learn more about Basch Solutions at BaschSolutions.com. SUBSCRIBE FOR VIDEO ON YOUTUBE! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pxf0TDH1TTY TWITTER: http://www.twitter.com/justinjbasch INSTAGRAM: http://www.instagram.com/jbasch BASCHAMANIA: https://www.instagram.com/baschamania WILLIE ON TWITTER/X: https://twitter.com/MatScouts1 WILLIE'S PLATFORM FOR EXCLUSIVE CONTENT: https://rokfin.com/MatScouts SUBSCRIBE FOR AUDIO ON THE GO: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/baschamania/id1475498491 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7LBgpWGohZxuHHYGgJF9Mu…

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Gilman’s Suspension, Snyder at Final X & U20 Team Trials Take Shape | 306 1:32:01

20 days ago1:32:01

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In this episode of Basch & The Brain Live , we cover everything from who’s still in the transfer portal to the recent 18-month USADA suspension of Thomas Gilman , and signs pointing to Kyle Snyder’s return at Final X . We dive into updates on the Real American Freestyle movement , Lehigh adding women’s wrestling , and the increasingly competitive Junior World Team Trials . We also explore the impact of the same-day best-of-three format —and wrap by asking: Where is Iowa this freestyle season? 10:50 - Who is Left in the Transfer Portal? 13:45 - Thomas Gilman Suspended for 18 months 25:45 - Sounds like Kyle Snyder is Competing at Final X 33:00 - Real American Freestyle Update 39:10 - Lehigh Adds Women’s Wrestling 47:45 - Junior World Team Trials Continue to Heat Up 01:00:10 - The Advantage of Best of 3 Same Day in Junior World Team Trials 01:18:05 - Where is Iowa this Freestyle Season? Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to the podcast. NEW EPISODES WEEKLY/BIWEEKLY! Support the show & leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts, and shop some apparel on BASCHAMANIA.com! For all partnership and sponsorship inquiries, email info@baschamania.com. BASCHAMANIA is a Basch Solutions Production. Learn more about Basch Solutions at BaschSolutions.com. SUBSCRIBE FOR VIDEO ON YOUTUBE! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pxf0TDH1TTY TWITTER: http://www.twitter.com/justinjbasch INSTAGRAM: http://www.instagram.com/jbasch BASCHAMANIA: https://www.instagram.com/baschamania WILLIE ON TWITTER/X: https://twitter.com/MatScouts1 WILLIE'S PLATFORM FOR EXCLUSIVE CONTENT: https://rokfin.com/MatScouts SUBSCRIBE FOR AUDIO ON THE GO: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/baschamania/id1475498491 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7LBgpWGohZxuHHYGgJF9Mu…

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Levi Haines on Final X, NCAA Battles, and the Culture at Penn State | 305 1:05:40

25 days ago1:05:40

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In his first appearance on Baschamania, Penn State’s Levi Haines joins the show fresh off a World Team Trials win to talk about his dominant performance, what it means to be heading to Final X, and how it felt getting revenge on Dean Hamiti. We break down Levi’s incredible first three years at Penn State — including three Big Ten titles, a 73–4 record, and finishes of 2nd, 1st, and 3rd at the NCAA Championships. Levi opens up about leadership, faith, gratitude, and the elite culture inside the Penn State and NLWC room, plus his thoughts on social media, NIL, and who’s the better outdoorsman — him or Josh Barr. TIMESTEAMPS 01:00 - Winning the World Team Trials 05:00 - Beating Hamiti in the Finals 07:00 - Opposing David Taylor 11:15 - Placing 1st, 2nd & 3rd at NCAA’s 16:45 - Learning The Most From Loss 18:00 - Moving Up Two Weight Classes 19:00 - Winning 3 Big Ten Titles 21:00 - Winning Team Titles vs Individual Titles 24:00 - The Depth at Penn State 28:40 - The Penn State Coaches & Leadership 31:00 - Having No Off Switch 35:00 - Importance of Family 39:15 - Stepping Up into Leadership 42:00 - Penn State Culture & Gratitude 47:00 - Growing in His Faith 49:00 - Plans for Social Media 53:30 - Perspective Heading into Final X 54:30 - Rapid Fire Fan Questions…

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Junior World Team Trials Preview! + Snyder, Ranking Series + Girls Rankings | 304 1:20:33

26 days ago1:20:33

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In this episode of Basch & The Brain Live , we dive into the latest buzz around the Junior World Team Trials , previewing loaded brackets at 61kg, 65kg, and 70kg, and potential finals matchups across the board. We talk about the latest on Kyle Snyder , why USA isn’t attending the Ranking Series , and why Oklahoma State fans are once again triggering Willie . 03:00 - Girls High School Rankings Are Here 08:15 - Kyle Snyder Looking Likely 18:00 - Oklahoma State Fans are Pissing Willie Off Again 25:30 - USA Not Going to Ranking Series 30:00 - WIllie Getting Sick in Uzbekistan 32:00 - Junior World Team Trials Preview 41:40 - 61kg: Loaded for College Fans 45:30 - 65kg: Bassett/StanichRematch? 51:25 - 70kg: Duke Trying to Double Up 56:40 - 74kg: Dee Lockett Sitting in the Finals 58:35 - 79kg - Will William Henckel Break Through 01:01:30 - 86kg - Max McEnelly vs Sinclair Likely Battle Again 01:03:35 - 92kg & 97kg - US Open Final Rematches Likely 01:07:15 - 125kg is Gonna be a Show Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to the podcast. NEW EPISODES WEEKLY/BIWEEKLY! Support the show & leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts, and shop some apparel on BASCHAMANIA.com! For all partnership and sponsorship inquiries, email info@baschamania.com. BASCHAMANIA is a Basch Solutions Production. Learn more about Basch Solutions at BaschSolutions.com. SUBSCRIBE FOR VIDEO ON YOUTUBE! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pxf0TDH1TTY TWITTER: http://www.twitter.com/justinjbasch INSTAGRAM: http://www.instagram.com/jbasch BASCHAMANIA: https://www.instagram.com/baschamania WILLIE ON TWITTER/X: https://twitter.com/MatScouts1 WILLIE'S PLATFORM FOR EXCLUSIVE CONTENT: https://rokfin.com/MatScouts SUBSCRIBE FOR AUDIO ON THE GO: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/baschamania/id1475498491 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7LBgpWGohZxuHHYGgJF9Mu…

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World Team Trials Recap: Final X is Set, NLWC/PSU Shows Out, New Class of 2026 Big Board Top 10! | 303 1:27:44

30 days ago1:27:44

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In this episode of Basch & The Brain , we break down all the major storylines from the 2025 World Team Trials. We start with the good, the bad, and the ugly from the event before diving into each key weight class — including Real Woods showing out at 65kg , Yianni vs PJ locked in at 70kg , Carter vs Dake delivering at 86kg , and Josh Barr making serious noise at 92kg . We also discuss PSU/NLWC sending 7 athletes to Final X, Skylar Grote vs Amit Elor, and whether Mason Parris & Gable Steveson’s absences left 125kg feeling flat. Plus, we close with a teaser on the Class of 2026 Big Board and our Top 10 recruiting prospects . 05:00 - The Good, The Bad, The Ugly of the World Team Trials 18:18 - 65kg Recap, Real Woods Brought It 30:25 - 70kg Recap, We’re Getting Yianni vs PJ! 36:00 - National Team/Not Wrestling Back 44:40 - 79kg, PSU/NLWC Sends 7 to Final X 48:43 - 86kg - Carter/Dake Delivered 57:00 - 92kg - Barr is an Animal 01:01:45 - 97kg - TBD if Our Rep is Now Set 01:05:15 - 125kg - Lacked the Star Power We're Used To 01:10:20 - Skylar Grote brought it to Amit Elor 01:12:15 - Class of 2026 Big Board Teaser 1:14:20 - The NEW TOP 10 in The Class of 2026! Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to the podcast. NEW EPISODES WEEKLY/BIWEEKLY! Support the show & leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts, and shop some apparel on BASCHAMANIA.com! For all partnership and sponsorship inquiries, email info@baschamania.com. BASCHAMANIA is a Basch Solutions Production. Learn more about Basch Solutions at BaschSolutions.com. SUBSCRIBE FOR VIDEO ON YOUTUBE! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pxf0TDH1TTY TWITTER: http://www.twitter.com/justinjbasch INSTAGRAM: http://www.instagram.com/jbasch BASCHAMANIA: https://www.instagram.com/baschamania WILLIE ON TWITTER/X: https://twitter.com/MatScouts1 WILLIE'S PLATFORM FOR EXCLUSIVE CONTENT: https://rokfin.com/MatScouts SUBSCRIBE FOR AUDIO ON THE GO: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/baschamania/id1475498491 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7LBgpWGohZxuHHYGgJF9Mu…

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Snyder’s Status, Raney Bros to OK State, WTT Picks & More | 302 1:04:39

5 weeks ago1:04:39

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In this episode of Basch & The Brain Live , we break down the latest on Kyle Snyder’s situation and what it could mean for Final X . We also dive into the Raney brothers’ commitment to Oklahoma State , reactions from Iowa fans, and what it means for recruiting momentum moving forward. Plus, we talk about the Class of 2027 , and make our final picks for World Team Trials matchups across the board. Video Timestamps: 4:50 - Kyle Snyder Update 11:45 - Will We See Snyder at Final X? 17:31 - Raney Bros Commit to Oklahoma State 25:30 - Iowa Fan Reactions to Not Getting Raney 31:30 - Next Year, Class of 2027 39:30 - World Team Trials Matchups & Making Final Picks Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to the podcast. NEW EPSISODES WEEKLY/BIWEEKLY!Support the show & leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts, and shop some apparel on BASCHAMANIA.com! For all partnership and sponsorship inquiries, email info@baschamania.com.BASCHAMANIA is a Basch Solutions Production. Learn more about Basch Solutions at BaschSolutions.com. SUBSCRIBE FOR VIDEO ON YOUTUBE! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pxf0TDH1TTYTWITTER: http://www.twitter.com/justinjbaschINSTAGRAM: http://www.instagram.com/jbaschBASCHAMANIA: https://www.instagram.com/baschamania/WILLIE ON TWITTER/X: https://twitter.com/MatScouts1WILLIE'S PLATFORM FOR EXCLUSIVE CONTENT: https://rokfin.com/MatScoutsSUBSCRIBE FOR AUDIO ON THE GO:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/baschamania/id1475498491Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7LBgpWGohZxuHHYGgJF9Mu…

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Snyder Arrested, Alvarez to Iowa & World Team Trials Preview | 301 1:26:37

5 weeks ago1:26:37

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On this week’s Basch & The Brain Live, we cover a packed slate of news and speculation across the wrestling world. We kick things off with the breaking news of Kyle Snyder’s arrest, then dive into transfer buzz with Sammy Alvarez announcing he's heading to Iowa. We discuss Dee Lockett’s possible weight change, preview the World Team Trials, and then we get into Real American Freestyle, new recruiting class rankings, and more. Video Timestamps: 03:50 - Kyle Snyder Got Arrested 17:35 - Sammy Alvarez to Iowa? 31:45 - Dee Locket Changing Weights? 37:15 - World Team Trials Preview for Men’s Freestyle (65 & 70) 52:20 - 74kg at WTT 57:00 - 79kg & 86kg at World Team Trials 01:03:15 - 92kg and 97kg 01:08:15 - Is Heavyweight Wyatt Hendrickson Next Topic? 01:12:00 - Real American Freestyle Wrestling 01:17:15 - Recruiting Class Rankings Are Out Tweet us and send us messages with questions and general thoughts! Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to the podcast and go through the archives to hear more great stories. Support the show & leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts, and shop some apparel on BASCHAMANIA.com! For all partnership and sponsorship inquiries, email info@baschamania.com. BASCHAMANIA is a Basch Solutions Production. Learn more about Basch Solutions at BaschSolutions.com. SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE! https://www.youtube.com/@JustinBasch CONNECT ON X/TWITTER: TWITTER: http://www.twitter.com/justinjbasch INSTAGRAM: http://www.instagram.com/jbasch…

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Josh Barr Reflects on NCAA Finals Run, Injury Battle, & Upcoming Plans | 300 1:00:16

6 weeks ago1:00:16

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After an incredible freshman season, Josh Barr returns to Baschamania to talk about his NCAA Finals run, battling through injury, and what he learned in year one at Penn State. We dive into everything from his mindset after the Buchanan match to his growing leadership role, the addition of new training partners and teammates like Rocco Welsh and Ono, and his decision-making around World Team Trials. Josh also shares how his faith anchored him through the highs and lows of a grueling season. 02:00 - Bo Nickal’s Fight Reaction 04:30 - Biggest Takeaways from Freshman Season 06:30 - Getting Injured at Big 10’s 12:30 - Getting Momentum at NCAA’s 14:30 - Cardenas Semis Rubber Match 17:15 - Gratitude for Heading to NCAA Finals 19:50 - Mindset after NCAA Finals 25:00 - 2nd or 3rd Place 29:10 - Role of His Faith This Season 32:15 - Iron Sharpens Iron 36:30 - Leadership in the Room 39:30 - Approaching Next Season Differently? 43:00 - Rocco Welsh Coming & Zack Ryder Leaving 46:30 - Depth at Penn State, Wrestling with Mirasola 49:30 - Excitement for Ono 51:30 - World Team Trials? 56:30 - Biggest Pride from This Past Year Tweet us and send us messages with questions and general thoughts! Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to the podcast and go through the archives to hear more great stories. Support the show & leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts, and shop some apparel on BASCHAMANIA.com! For all partnership and sponsorship inquiries, email info@baschamania.com. BASCHAMANIA is a Basch Solutions Production. Learn more about Basch Solutions at BaschSolutions.com. SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE! https://www.youtube.com/@JustinBasch CONNECT ON X/TWITTER: TWITTER: http://www.twitter.com/justinjbasch INSTAGRAM: http://www.instagram.com/jbasch…

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Yianni Was Wondering if it Was Time To Be Done, Then He Won The Open | 299 1:19:06

7 weeks ago1:19:06

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Fresh off winning the U.S. Open at 70kg, Yianni Diakomihalis returns to Baschamania with a lot to unpack. We dive into his transition to 70kg, what beating James Green meant to him, how a year off changed his approach, and what’s fueling him heading toward Final X and the World stage. 01:30 - How This Open Win Compares 03:30 - Having a Full Year Off 07:00 - The Transition to 70kg 10:00 - Cardenas & Bryce Wins 11:30 - Takeaways from Finals with Green 14:00 - Best of 3 Series at Final X 16:45 - Focusing on Green vs World Competition 19:00 - Only 26, But Already 26 22:30 - Being the Old Guy 23:00 - PJ Duke Story 24:30 - Inspiration in the Young Guys 29:00 - Mindset Focus 33:00 - Evolving at This Point in Your Career 34:15 - Thoughts on Current State of Team USA 39:00 - Impact of Guys Wrestling for Other Countries 45:45 - NIL’s Impact on RTC’s 58:00 - Simon Ruiz Story 01:00:50 - Fan Q&A Tweet us and send us messages with questions and general thoughts! Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to the podcast and go through the archives to hear more great stories. Support the show & leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts, and shop some apparel on BASCHAMANIA.com! For all partnership and sponsorship inquiries, email info@baschamania.com. BASCHAMANIA is a Basch Solutions Production. Learn more about Basch Solutions at BaschSolutions.com. SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE! https://www.youtube.com/@JustinBasch CONNECT ON X/TWITTER: TWITTER: http://www.twitter.com/justinjbasch INSTAGRAM: http://www.instagram.com/jbasch…

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Jax Forrest on Winning US Open, Excitement in Stillwater, Time Left at Bishop McCort | 298 48:50

7 weeks ago48:50