Bloodround Wrestling Podcast
463 episodes - English - Latest episode: 29 days ago - ★★★★★ - 120 ratingsThe show where 2 idiots talk about NCAA, Big Ten, and international wrestling. We give a lot of information and insight while doing it in an unprofessional manner. Thanks for listening and sharing! Check us out at Bloodround.com
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Episodes
Bloodround #459, NCAA Recap
March 27, 2024 22:16 - 1 hour - 53.7 MBThis week Tommy and I spend most of the time covering the goings on from this past weekend at NCAAs. We discuss our reactions to matches, upsets, and some behind the scenes activities from Kansas City. I wand to go back. It was awesome. Rock on!
Bloodround #458
March 19, 2024 21:02 - 1 hour - 42.2 MB2024 NCAA Division 1 Wrestling Championships Preview!!! This week we walk through the weights, our upset predictions, finals predictions, and all the fun that goes with it. Get ready for KC with us! Rock On!
Bloodround #457 w Earl Smith
March 13, 2024 02:08 - 1 hour - 38.3 MBThis week we have a special guest host in Earl Smith, 2x NWMA Journalist of the year and Site Editor for Intermat. We discussed At Large Bids and our general thoughts on those. We also cover some conference reactions across the board, and we talk through Earl's experiences from the B1G Tournament. We also talk through some of his Intermat experiences and a quick parent corner. Rock on!
Bloodround #456 Conference Preview
March 07, 2024 13:06 - 43 minutes - 19.9 MBThis week is a solo pod from Claunch. I refer most to the Intermat Conference Crossover podcast we did this week to preview the B1G, EIWA, and ACC. Then I cover the rest, MAC, Big 12, and Pac 12. I try to throw out a couple things to pay attention to regarding possible upsets and projections, and I do elaborate on some of the B1G projections, and the excitement that can be 149. Finish with a brief tribute to my daughter getting me into Taylor Swift. Rock On!
Bloodround #455 w Mark Branch
February 28, 2024 03:21 - 1 hour - 41.9 MBThis week Tommy and I talk through some suggested rule changes at the High School level. We then catch up with Head Coach Mark Branch from Wyoming to catch up on their season and some of their developing young guys in the lineup. We then talk through the Pan Am Qualifiers and what to look forward to this week. We finish up with a parent corner and some movie recommendations. Rock on!
Bloodround #454
February 14, 2024 02:51 - 58 minutes - 26.8 MBThis week we recap some of the wrestling from the weekend. We also talk through some of the weight classes and their implications for seeding in the B1G and elsewhere to this point. We also cover our name and how lucky we were to get it. Two guys one singlet was already taken. Rock On!
Bloodround #453 with Hofstra head coach Dennis Papadatos
February 07, 2024 02:44 - 1 hour - 61.4 MBThis week Tommy and Kevin talk through some of the officiating controversy and the hopeful statement from the head of officiating. We also discuss some of the results and exciting matches that included successful takedowns. We also have the chance to speak with Hoftra's Head Coach, Dennis Papadatos, on his ten years with his alma mater as their head coach, his story competing, and how he developed into the coach and team he has today. We wrap up with a breakdown of Wyoming wrestling's r...
Bloodround #452
January 31, 2024 02:40 - 1 hour - 30 MBThis week Tommy and Kevin talk through some of the higher profile matches from the weekend. We reference the young stud Meyer Shapiro, we talk through the goings on at 165, and we discuss the mission that Parker Keckeisen is on. We also talk about the differences between this years Vito, and last years F you mode Vito. Tommy reminds us of the Freestyle fun this weekend, RBY wrestling for Mexico, and we update you on Wyoming wrestling and their three dual win streak. Rock On!
Bloodround #451
January 24, 2024 02:29 - 1 hour - 35.9 MBThis week we talk through some of the big names we won't see in College Wrestling this season. We also get into some of the wild weights this season, and some theories of intentional losses to avoid being ranked #1 at 125. We also discuss the ups and downs at 157 and the craziness at 133. Lastly, we break down the Michigan v Ohio State dual match by match. Rock On!!!
Episode #450 with Chris Ayres
January 10, 2024 04:23 - 1 hour - 34.9 MBThis week we also speak with Chris Ayres of Stanford University. We talk through his transition from Princeton to Stanford, the coaching carousel of the summer, and how things came to be. He also discusses his philosophy and how he went from not placing from High School to being the wins leader at Lehigh at one point, and the eventual coaching philosophies that developed. Then he talks with us about the program and what he's learned about the team and area since taking over. There's also som...
Bloodround #449 w Ashley Flavin
January 10, 2024 04:18 - 1 hour - 37 MBThis week we talk with Ashley Flavin, Head Coach of Life University Women's Wrestling about their recent dual championship. We also cover the family that is Life University Women's wrestling. We also talk about some of her successes and how it will impact the sport moving forward. Also, their upcoming trip to Iowa to compete with the Hawkeyes. Tons of fun! Rock On!
Bloodround #448
January 03, 2024 02:28 - 1 hour - 32.1 MBThis week Tommy and I discuss all of the excitement from the several tournaments the last week along with the drama. We preview the exciting upcoming duals and tournaments this week as well. The party never stops! Welcome to 2024 and Rock On!
Bloodround #447 w Frank Beasley
December 20, 2023 03:19 - 1 hour - 46.5 MBThis week we talk about the Ivy League leaving the EIWA and some of the implications. Then we talk with George Mason Wrestling Coach, Frank Beasley. He helps us walk through what he learned in his coaching journey, and about what it means to be #UnCommon. We then talk about some of the fun with all of the Senior National Results, and about how awesome Andrew Alirez is. Rock On!
Bloodround #446
December 13, 2023 03:13 - 1 hour - 51.2 MBThis week we go over the upcoming US Open and the possible qualifiers for the Olympic Trials. We also go over some potential implications with Pan Am Qualifiers and other exciting things in the world of USA Wrestling! We also briefly cover Austin Gomez and his potential return to Michigan. We also get into some exciting events that could take place with the Women's Pan Am Qualifier situation. Essentially, world medalist challenge matches, and quite a bit of them. We finish up w a quick revie...
Bloodround Ep. 445 w John Fisher
December 06, 2023 03:07 - 1 hour - 41.1 MBThis week we talk through some recent news with NCAA Wrestling before transitioning into an interview with John Fisher. Mr. Fisher, 4x All American, 4x Midlands Champion, and 3x B1G Champion talks about his time competing in college and internationally, as well as his time coaching in college and most recently at Ann Arbor Pioneer High School. We also talk Rayvon Foley and some of his favorite people he's met through the years. We wrap with a Cliff Keen recap, parent corner, and Rock On!
Bloodround #444
November 28, 2023 03:14 - 1 hour - 38.1 MBThis week we discuss some of the results from the last two weeks that we missed. We also talk through Iowa v Iowa State, and which matches could have swung the dual (spoiler alert, any of them). We also talk through the NWCA All Star Classic and the upcoming CKLV! A lot to look forward to this weekend! Happy Thanksgiving, and Rock On!
Bloodround #443
November 15, 2023 02:33 - 1 hour - 29.6 MBThis week we recap the MSU Open, some of the interactions, and some of the Journeyman results. We also talk some Iowa and Vito dropping a match. We also preview the NWCA All Star Classic and talk through some Bill Ferrell entries. Rock on!
Bloodround #442
November 08, 2023 02:52 - 1 hour - 34.6 MBThis week Tommy and Kevin go as the dynamic duo. We discuss the results from some of the early season dual and Open Tournament action. We also talk through some of the early thoughts on the rule changes and what we've noticed to this point. We cover Pan Ams and some other International action, including JB and Joey McKenna winning their respective weight classes. We also talk about how the Creed Brothers were promoted to Monday Night RAW, and we realize that we need to go see them. Rock On!!!
Bloodround #441 w Ross Bartachek
October 31, 2023 01:48 - 1 hour - 34.4 MBThis week Tommy and Kevin connect with Ross Bartachek from IA Wrestle to talk about the goings on in Iowa City. We talk a little about some rumors, timing, and what the new look Hawkeyes will look like. We also talk through the new facilities, and the Women's program. If you like Iowa, this is the podcast for you. If you don't like Iowa, listen anyway. Expand your mind. Rock on.
Bloodround #440 w Joe Dubuque
October 25, 2023 02:05 - 1 hour - 42.9 MBThis week Tommy and I do a recap of the U23 tournament and why we are living in the golden age of USA Wrestling. We are also welcomed by the Head Coach of the Princeton Tigers Wrestling Team, Joe Dubuque. We talk through some of the amazing experiences he has had. Additionally we talk through the lessons from his coaching career and around some of his many influences. He also breaks down the incoming Freshman class and what we can expect from this crew. Get Wild, and Rock On.
Bloodround #439 w Jake Short
October 18, 2023 02:04 - 1 hour - 37.6 MBThis week we talk about Flag Football and some of the fun new additions to the Olympic schedule in 2028. More importantly, we talk about Women's wrestling, some of the Iowa Women's schedule, and we connect with Jake Short the new Head Coach of the Grand Valley State University Women's Wrestling Team. In this conversation we talk about his wrestling career at Minnesota, his transition into coaching, and the foundational plans with his new team. We also talk Tennis. Rock On!
Bloodround # 438 with Mark Branch
October 11, 2023 02:45 - 1 hour - 66.7 MBThis week Tommy and Kevin first discuss the news that Austin Gomez is possibly back to College Wrestling. We continue to discuss the news that friend of the Podcast Grant Leeth was hired to build the Tarleton State University Wrestling Program, the first D1 program in Texas. We then talk about Grand Valley State Universities star studded first dual on November 1st. The bulk of the episode we are joined by Mark Branch, Head Coach of Wyoming. We discuss his career, his coaching experiences, an...
Bloodround Ep.437
October 04, 2023 01:17 - 41 minutes - 19.1 MBIn this episode Tommy and I have some quick reactions to the schedule releases, we talk Haley Augello coming out of retirement, and some fun Monday duals. Also, we talk about the joys of parenting. Rock On.
Bloodround Ep. 436 w Josh Churella
September 28, 2023 01:47 - 1 hour - 48.5 MBThis week Tommy and I quickly recap the Greco portion of Worlds briefly and highlight some bright aspects regarding to qualifying Greco weights for the Olympics. We also discuss the Schedule release of Wyoming, who is our adopted program for the 23-24 season. The meat of the episode we speak with 2003 High School Graduate, and Michigan Assistant Coach, Josh Churella. We discuss their recent alumni tailgate, the CKWC showing at World's, team and team 102. He also graciously allows to walk t...
Bloodround Ep. 435
September 21, 2023 01:53 - 1 hour - 43.8 MBU.S.A. U.S.A. U.S.A. This week we largely talk about the World Wrestling Championships, Team USA winning the world team title for the second year in a row, and we comment on a lot of the qualification aspects as well as speculate who will change weights for next season. Also, we discuss Joe Dubuque rightfully getting the Princeton job and we are excited to see what he'll do at the helm. We also discuss the Women's results to this point, and we predict the future as well. Rock On!
Bloodround Ep. 434
September 14, 2023 01:30 - 1 hour - 36.7 MBIn this week's episode we begin with Coach Chris Ayers moving from Princeton to Stanford. We follow that up with the ambiguous and curious Gable Steveson situation. But most importantly, we cover Men's and Women's freestyle and previews for the World Championships. The tournament starts this Saturday, so check this out so you are prepared and knowledgeable, or at least have a couple good jokes to throw out there. Rock on.
Bloodround Ep. 433
August 30, 2023 02:07 - 1 hour - 42 MBThis week Tommy and I talk through some of the Olympic qualifying landscape, and some of the changes. We also talk about what the wrestling world was like when we started the podcast 9 years ago. Then we navigate through some of the preseason rankings and our collective thoughts. Rock on.
Bloodround Ep. 432 w Alex Clemsen
August 24, 2023 01:49 - 1 hour - 37.1 MBThis week Tommy and I begin with well wishes for Sammy Sasso. Hoping a full and easy going recovery. We also finish recapping some of the Women's U20 results from last week. We also talk about the many moves that led Coleman Scott back to Stillwater as Associate Head Coach of Oklahoma State. We also talk to Alex Clemsen, Head Coach at Maryland about his young team, their schedule, and the opportunity to host B1Gs.
Bloodround Ep. 431 w Jon Reader!!!
August 16, 2023 01:27 - 1 hour - 29.2 MBThis week we talk through Helen Maroulis making her 13th Olympic/World Team along with the excitement from Jordan with the U20 Men's Freestyle successes to this point. Next we are joined by the awesome Jon Reader, whose enthusiasm and tenacity are matched by nobody else on the planet. We talk about him being inducted into the Glen Brand Hall of Fame in Iowa, followed by spring/summer coaching responsibilities, and some of the leaders and emerging leaders on the Wisconsin Badgers wrestling te...
Bloodround #430
August 09, 2023 01:08 - 46 minutes - 21.1 MBIn the dog days of summer, Tommy and I still bless your ear holes with some fun talks of conference realignment and how/where it affects wrestling. We also talk through some of the U17 results on the men's and women's side, and we talk through the upcoming Helen Maroulis v Civhitl Mota-Pettis match on August 12th. Rock On!
Bloodround #429
August 03, 2023 01:49 - 1 hour - 28.9 MBThis week Tommy and I discuss the goings on in Poland, why we love college wrestling. the changes to the Heavyweight landscape without Gable, the perils of gambling, and all sorts of other important things. We also learn that the country code AIN stands for AIN't Russia. Rock On.
Bloodround #428 w Roger Kish
July 25, 2023 02:13 - 1 hour - 32.6 MBThis week we talk through some of the Budapest results from a couple weeks back, and quick talk of Fargo. Then we speak with Roger Kish - Head Coach at Oklahoma. We talk about competing in High School, life long relationships with coaches and competitors, his time at NDSU, and the move to Oklahoma. We finish strong with parent corner. Rock on.
Bloodround #427
July 11, 2023 02:13 - 1 hour - 27.8 MBThis week Tommy and Kevin discuss what having twins must be like, while we congratulate Whitney Conder-Cox and J'Den, since it was announced that they are having twins. We also talk about some of the goings on in the WWE world. Lastly we go over some of the greatest USA Wrestling moments that we can think of. Enjoy.
Bloodround #426
June 28, 2023 06:04 - 1 hour - 36.7 MBThis week we had the opportunity to speak with LIU Assistant Coach, Charles Small. We talked about his development from Junior Collage National Champion, through D1 competitor, to coaching at the D1 level. We also talk through his journey through coaching and the goals with Long Island University. Tommy joins the podcast and we talk through Austin Gomez joining the CKWC and additional goings on with the wrestling community.
Bloodround #425
June 21, 2023 02:22 - 1 hour - 35.3 MBThis week we start the episode with one of West Michigan's finest, Devin Schroder. Devin wrestled for Grand Rapids Catholic Central, where he was a 3x State Champ. He then had a stellar career at Purdue before coaching at Cleveland State and now with Wyoming. We walk through that journey, and talk about the Detroit Lions. It's our year. Tommy joins for the end where we talk about Gable returning to college wrestling, as well as the big name transfers to Iowa from NDSU. Rock On!
Bloodround #424
June 14, 2023 02:18 - 1 hour - 43.1 MBThis week Tommy and I recap what was as wild a Final X as we could have reasonably anticipated. Actually, wilder than we could've anticipated. Nobody picked these results, and if you did, then I'm calling you a liar. The refs were bad, and we want changes with that, so we talk about it. Also, we're winning 29/30 medals. Which is good.
Bloodround 423
June 07, 2023 01:58 - 1 hour - 35.7 MBReview/Preview to the excess. However, you're first presented with the brilliance of the leg lace from Dustin Plott. The mat awareness and adjustments were masterful. Also, we'll talk about the Final X matchups, most important matches to watch, and the consequences of the final X third place matchups, and how they impact the U23 results.
Bloodround #422 with Daniel Elliott and Scott Mattingly
May 24, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 63 MBThis week I talk through some of the results from WTTs, and the Final X matchups. A lot to look forward to at Final X, including the third place matches coming up. We spend the bulk of the episode talking with the coaching staff of Gardner Webb Wrestling, Daniel Elliot and Scott Mattingly. We talked through Coach Mattingly's trip to GW, his 5+ years with the program, and the future of the team. Rock on.
Bloodround Ep. 421
May 17, 2023 01:58 - 1 hour - 29.6 MBWe start the podcast with me lamenting the NBA Lottery. Mostly though, Tommy and I discuss the Sienna Heights hiring of Whitney Cox (Condor), and how great that is. We also get into some of the other changes in the college wrestling landscape. Mostly though, we talk about the WTT Trials and potential matchups, and some predictions as well. Rock On.
Episode #420
May 10, 2023 02:09 - 1 hour - 39.7 MBTommy and I discuss all of the important things. We talk NCAA rule change proposals and our thoughts. We also talk about the Obe Blanc hire to NDSU as the head coach, and why we enjoy it. We also talk through Pan Am results, as well as some other fun stuff. Click play. You'll enjoy.
Bloodround #419
May 03, 2023 02:04 - 1 hour - 46.8 MBThis week Tommy and I discuss the US Open Results. We share our thoughts on the new format and the changes in the WTT and qualifying process. We discuss whether or not you should try to break your opponents arms when they leg lace you, and why subjective and poorly timed caution calls suck. We also discuss AK43's miraculous run to the finals, only to run into Kamal Bey. Rock on!
Bloodround #418 w Ryan Warner
April 25, 2023 01:46 - 1 hour - 42 MBUS Open Week!!! We also speak with Ryan Warner about his Documentary on Henry Cejudo. He talks about how the project came to be, the work that goes into it, and what where we can access it. I recommend it highly! We talk through the weights, some potential matchups, and I give my predictions. The main message from this podcast, follow your heart.
Bloodround #417
April 12, 2023 01:24 - 1 hour - 30.3 MBIn this weeks episode, Kevin learns about the newest Heavyweight news... This of course being Lucas Davison transferring to Michigan. Also, I hear Gable Steveson is coming back. We talk a little NIL stuff. We talk about the upcoming Women's National Championships for Juniors and Cadets. We talk the Oklahoma job opening, and you'll also learn about how to fill gaping holes in any organization.
Bloodround 416 w Jason Bryant
March 29, 2023 02:27 - 1 hour - 44.8 MBAfter what was an exciting NCAA Wrestling season, we take a look back on what we saw and what he experienced during the year. We laugh, we cry, we discuss Par(r)is. We also hear about Jason's gig calling St. Cloud State Hockey games, and excellent ways to get around cities at night. Lastly, parent corner. Rock on.
Bloodround #415
March 22, 2023 03:21 - 2 hours - 55.9 MBIn this week we recap the absolutely awesome NCAA Wrestling Tournament from 2023. This was genuinely a special tournament for a variety of reasons, so let's recap it together. Enjoy our lengthy recap of the glory of the tournament. Also, we learn about who should be showering together, and who whould'nt be.
Bloodround Ep. 414
March 14, 2023 01:19 - 1 hour - 41.9 MBThis week we start off discussing the crap from EIWAs, and the impossibility that it was an accident. We also cover the upcoming NCAA tournament, I give my picks, and we talk about some of the fun matchups for Thursday nights session. We also congratulate Coach Borrelli on winning MAC coach of the year, and we declare them the MAC Champions. Fire Up Chips, Rock On.
Bloodround 413
March 01, 2023 19:13 - 1 hour - 212 MBThis week Tommy and Kevin discuss the EIWA seeding mistakes, some of the conference team champ options, and conference and allocation breakdowns. We also dive deeper into the B1G Tournament, and expectations for this weekend. Remember, hockey and wrestling can co-exist. We can. It'll be great.
Bloodround Ep 412
February 22, 2023 03:34 - 1 hour - 167 MBThis week we talk about video reviews, some possible changes in the rules moving forward, and we talk through some results. It was a gnarly week in the sport, and we go over some of the things we look forward to in the conference duals.
Bloodround #411
February 08, 2023 03:36 - 1 hour - 43.9 MBThis week it's a state of the union! We discuss each weight one by one. Who's going to win? Who should we watch for? What's going to happen? WHO KNOWS?!? That's what makes it fun. The team race is likely over, and has been, so let's enjoy the individual matchups, and the parody that many of these provide!
Bloodround 410
February 02, 2023 02:56 - 1 hour - 37 MBThis week we discuss the results from the previous week and how they will impact the big PSU v tOSU dual, as well as the Bout at the Ballpark between Oklahoma State and Michigan. We also discuss the some results of the Zagreb Open, and Pantaleo's biceps. Lastly we go into some interesting aspects of being a wrestling parent, and Tommy falls on a grenade for our entertainment.