Swarm and Shoot Football Show
86 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 90 ratingsThis is the official podcast for the Defiance College Football Yellow Jackets. Swarm and shoot podcast informs our listeners and viewers with the most up-to-date information on the football program and university. Each episode will have a special guest whom will be interviewed by Coach Matsakis, the head football coach of the Defiance College Yellow Jackets.
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Episodes
Episode 85: Summer 2021 Schedule and Overview
May 20, 2021 04:00 - 13 minutes - 26.2 MBLynn Groll sits down with Coach Matsakis to discuss the wrapping up of recruitment for summer 2021 while speaking about the post-season expectations for the program. With the upcoming season only 4 months away, Coach Matsakis also discusses the summer workout plan for the student athletes.
Episode 84: Summer Recruiting 2021
May 13, 2021 04:00 - 19 minutes - 37.8 MBWith summer recruiting in full swing, Lynn Groll sits down with Coach Matsakis to discuss summer recruiting plans and expectations. Coach Matsakis recognizes that Covid19 has set new standards for recruiting efforts moving forward but is optimistic of the anticipated talent of this year's recruiting class as well as current athletes. Listen in and subscribe to hear the latest details of the DC program!
Episode 83: Recruiting Overview and Off-Season Planning
May 06, 2021 04:00 - 25 minutes - 49.2 MBWith summer quickly approaching, Coach Matsakis and Lynn Groll discuss off-season details regarding recruiting and summer expectations. On the cusp of the 2021-2022 season, Coach Matsakis talks about the personnel changes occurring within the staff and evaluates the spring season. Be sure to listen in for all of the latest Yellow Jacket details in anticipation for the upcoming fall season!
Episode 82: Season Review and All-HCAC Players
April 29, 2021 04:00 - 27 minutes - 53.3 MBAfter the spring 2021 season, Coach Matsakis and Lynn Groll discuss the players that made a big impact on the field. The All-HCAC Yellow Jackets include Thomas Coltrain, Richard Pope IV, Rigo Villa, Steven Lucas, Terry Geiger, Tyshaun Freeman, Nazavious Williams, Te'von Carson-Payton, Eric Moultrie, Derrell Walker, and Izaiah Robinson. Listen in to hear about each of these players, and also to hear what Coach thinks the next steps are going forward for the program!
Episode 81: Spring Season Recap
April 22, 2021 04:00 - 27 minutes - 52.1 MBAfter finishing the season this past Saturday, Coach Matsakis recaps the game at Franklin and the spring season as a whole. Lynn Groll brings up questions about the differences between this season and the 2019 season, what to look forward to this fall, and how the team is shaping up in recruiting. Stay tuned for more in the upcoming weeks!
Episode 80: Week 7 against the Franklin Grizzlies
April 15, 2021 04:00 - 22 minutes - 42.5 MBCoach Matsakis and Lynn Groll recap the game last week against Bluffton University, then dive into the upcoming game at Franklin College. Find out what to expect this Saturday when the Yellow Jackets take on the Grizzlies! Game Information: Saturday, April 17th | 2:30pm Kickoff Livestream Link: bit.ly/DCvsFranklin
Episode 79: Rivalry Week taking on the Bluffton Beavers
April 08, 2021 04:00 - 30 minutes - 58.9 MBThe Yellow Jackets take on the Beavers of Bluffton University in the annual rivalry game for the Hammer. Coach Matsakis speaks about the win this past week against Anderson, then looks forward to the challenges going in to this week. Don't miss the always exciting DC vs BU matchup this Saturday! Game Information: Saturday April 10, 2021 | 1:30pm Kickoff Livestream: bit.ly/DCvsBU
Episode 78: Week 5 against the Anderson University Ravens
April 01, 2021 04:00 - 16 minutes - 32.5 MBLynn Groll sits down with Coach Matsakis to recap the week 4 game against Mount St. Joseph, and then gets into the upcoming matchup with Anderson University. The Yellow Jackets look to add another win to their record this week, so make sure to support us by watching through the live link below! Game Information: Saturday April 3rd | 1:30pm Kickoff Live Link: bit.ly/DCvsAU
Episode 77: Taking on Mount St. Joseph in Week 4
March 25, 2021 04:00 - 24 minutes - 46.2 MBLynn Groll sits down with Coach Matsakis to recap the win against Manchester this past week, then they look forward to the matchup with the Lions of Mount St. Joseph. Make sure to check out the game online this Saturday and cheer on the Yellow Jackets! Game Information: Saturday March 27, 4:00pm Kickoff Live stream link: www.youtube.com/channel/UC7Lh7H3ktyrOl7yI3nNtH9Q
Episode 76: Week 3 taking on the Manchester University Spartans
March 18, 2021 04:00 - 17 minutes - 33.5 MBCoach Matsakis and Lynn Groll are back to recap the week two game against Hanover College, as well as preview the upcoming game against Manchester University. Seeing improvement through the first two weeks, Coach Matsakis updates you on what to look for going forward this season. Be ready for the game this weekend, and make sure to check out the live stream! Game Information: Saturday March 20, 1:30pm Kickoff Live stream link: bit.ly/DCvsMU
Episode 75: Week 2 vs Hanover College
March 11, 2021 05:00 - 16 minutes - 31.9 MBThe Yellow Jackets take on the Panthers from Hanover College this Saturday in Defiance, Ohio. Coach Matsakis sits down with Lynn Groll to recap the week one contest against Rose-Hulman, and also what to look for this week in the first home game of the season.
Episode 74: Taking on the Rose-Hulman Fightin' Engineers
March 04, 2021 05:00 - 14 minutes - 29 MBThe time has finally come! The spring 2021 season gets underway this Saturday with the Yellow Jackets traveling to Terre Haute, IN to take on the Fightin' Engineers of Rose-Hulman. Lynn Groll speaks with Coach Matsakis about what we can expect from DC this week, as well as the rest of the season. Game Information: Saturday, March 6 2:00 PM Kickoff Live Stream: https://bit.ly/DCvsRHIT
Episode 73: Starting Training Camp
February 18, 2021 05:00 - 22 minutes - 44.3 MB**Recorded for 2/4/21** - Coach Matsakis speaks to Lynn Groll about the outlook for the team going into training camp. Listen to what the Yellow Jackets have planned for the inclement weather incoming, also what Coach Matsakis expects from the offensive and defensive units.
Episode 72: State of the Program Going into 2021
January 28, 2021 05:00 - 25 minutes - 48.8 MBCoach Wilson joins Coach Matsakis this week to update you on how the program is doing now, and how far they've come for just a few years ago. From the growing roster, updated facilities, and people helping the program around campus, find out how the Yellow Jackets are progressing going into the spring campaign.
Episode 71: Coach Matsakis discusses the the Lead Up to Training Camp
January 21, 2021 05:00 - 7 minutes - 15.5 MBThis week Coach Matsakis lets you in on what's been happening on campus, as well as the plan for the 2 weeks leading up to training camp. Listen in to keep up with the Yellow Jackets as we get ready for our 2021 Spring season!
Episode 70: Getting Ready for the 2021 Spring Season
January 14, 2021 05:00 - 27 minutes - 52.7 MBWith the 2021 Spring Season fast approaching, Coach Matsakis discusses the latest happenings with the Yellow Jackets in an interview with Lynn Groll. They touch on topics of weightlifting and training camp, the schedule and outlook for the season, and being on the maintenance department's good side to help out with the facilities. A little more than a month away from week 1, start keeping up with what's happening around the DC football program!
Episode 69: New Year at Defiance College
January 07, 2021 05:00 - 19 minutes - 37.4 MBHappy New Year to all the Yellow Jacket supporters! Kicking off 2021 with this episode, Coach Matsakis and Lynn Groll get back into the swing of things. They discuss how the fall practices went for the team, how the program dealt with the Covid-19 guidelines and breakout, and watching football on Saturdays instead of playing. We're excited to kick off the New Year!
Episode 68: Ja'qway Janvier (SO Defensive Back)
December 17, 2020 05:00 - 8 minutes - 16.3 MBThis week you can learn more about sophomore Defensive Back Ja'qway Janvier. Originally from Miami, FL, Qway speaks with Lynn Groll about why he decided to come to Defiance, what the fall practices were like, and what to expect from the Yellow Jacket defense this upcoming spring.
Episode 67: Hunter Stettner (SO Linebacker)
December 10, 2020 05:00 - 7 minutes - 14.9 MBLynn Groll speaks with sophomore Linebacker Hunter Stettner on this episode of the podcast. They speak about improving the defense late last season, what the next steps are for the team, and playing high school football in Tennessee. Listen in to learn more about another Yellow Jacket!
Episode 66: Noah Pistory (SO Longsnapper)
December 03, 2020 05:00 - 11 minutes - 22.4 MBSophomore Longsnapper Noah Pistory joins the show and discusses a number of topics with Lynn Groll. On top of being a good young player for the Yellow Jackets, Noah works as an intern with the DC football staff. He speaks with Lynn about the energy at fall practices, what he expects from the team this season, and how he came to be a student-athlete at Defiance.
Episode 65: Daylon Lange (SO Quarterback)
November 26, 2020 05:00 - 7 minutes - 14.8 MBFor this Thanksgiving episode, Lynn Groll speaks to one of the DC quarterbacks, Daylon Lange. A man of few words, Daylon discusses his transition to DC as a transfer, what he thinks of the offense so far, and what the team needs to do to prepare for the spring season. Happy Thanksgiving from the Yellow Jacket family!
Episode 64: Carlens Elisias (SR Defensive Back)
November 19, 2020 05:00 - 12 minutes - 24.7 MBThis week Lynn Groll is joined by Carlens Elisias, one of the Senior leaders in the defensive secondary. They discuss how things are looking for the defense this fall, Carlens' journey from Florida to Defiance, and also what he's looking to do in the future after DC. Listen in to learn more about another great player in our program!
Episode 63: Devon Hewitt (SR Superback)
November 12, 2020 05:00 - 22 minutes - 42.8 MBDevon Hewitt joins the show this week, another Senior leader on the offensive side of the ball. Lynn Groll (Black Swamp Football) asks Devon about the current season, his path to Defiance from New Jersey, and what his future holds after graduation. Learn more about another Yellow Jacket that will help bring the program success this upcoming season!
Episode 62: Coach Yeomans (Defensive Line/SPT)
November 05, 2020 05:00 - 15 minutes - 31.1 MBCoach Yeomans joins the show this week to discuss how he's transitioned into his new role as Defensive Line coach. Him and Coach Matsakis also speak about recruiting, special teams, and how the Kentucky Wildcats and SEC is looking this season.
Episode 61: Coach Matsakis on the State of the Program
October 29, 2020 04:00 - 12 minutes - 24.8 MBThis week we take a break from meeting some of the players to hear from Coach Matsakis. He breaks down how practice has been going, what the fall continues to look like, and what to look forward to heading into the last stretch of the year. Listen in to hear what's new at DC!
Episode 60: Maurice Brewer (SR Defensive Lineman)
October 22, 2020 04:00 - 9 minutes - 19 MBMaurice Brewer (Defensive Line) sits down with Lynn Groll to discuss how things are going for him this fall. Get to know more about another one of our senior leaders in the program. Learn about what Maurice expects from this fall, the spring season, and also who he thinks is the toughest player on the team!
Episode 59: Kage Hayes (SR Quarterback)
October 15, 2020 04:00 - 12 minutes - 24.1 MBLynn Groll sits down with another senior Yellow Jacket this week; Kage Hayes (Quarterback). Kage suffered an injury last season, so they discuss his rehab during the pandemic and how the team is looking this season. Being a local Ohio player, Kage also discusses why Defiance was the right place for him!
Episode 58: Steven Lucas (SR Defensive Back)
October 08, 2020 04:00 - 9 minutes - 19.8 MBThis episode you can listen in and learn more about another one of our senior leaders, Steven Lucas (Defensive Back). Lynn Groll interviews Steven and asks about how school has started off, practices this fall, and who he thinks is the toughest player in the program. Get to know one of the Yellow Jacket leaders!
Episode 57: Terry Geiger (SR Wide Receiver)
October 01, 2020 04:00 - 14 minutes - 28.8 MBAll-Conference Wide Receiver Terry Geiger sits down with Lynn Groll to discuss everything that's been happening lately. They talk about how he felt when the season was postponed, working out over the summer, and the current state of the program and what Terry expects out this upcoming season. Learn more about one of the senior leaders that make DC Football what it is!
Episode 56: Coach Matsakis and the Start of the Season
September 24, 2020 04:00 - 23 minutes - 45.6 MBCoach Matsakis starts off Season 2 of the Swarm and Shoot Football Show by sitting down with Lynn Groll (Black Swamp Football). They discuss what's happening at DC this fall and how the schedule looks for the 2020-21 campaign. The Yellow Jackets are back on the field and things are exciting on campus!
Episode 55: Emily Cotten (Offensive Asst. and Director of Football Ops)
August 13, 2020 04:00 - 15 minutes - 30.7 MBLynn Groll (Black Swamp Football) interviews the newest addition to the Yellow Jacket Football staff, Emily Cotten. Coach Cotten will be joining Defiance College as an Offensive Assistant and the Director of Football Operations. In this episode, learn about where she's from, how she got here, and what she's looking forward to bringing to the program!
Episode 54: Update on the Current State of Defiance College Football
August 06, 2020 04:00 - 36 minutes - 69.1 MBAfter a brief hiatus from the show, Coach Matsakis returns to update you on what's happening here at Defiance. Joined by Lynn Groll of Black Swamp Football, Coach Matsakis answers questions surrounding the program and what to look for this season around College Football.
Special Report: The State of Football in America!
July 16, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 115 MBFrom the latest episode of The Manny Matsakis Show, hear about what's been developing around the country in regards to football. The Covid-19 Pandemic has taken a strong hold on our country, and football in the fall is slowly slipping away from a lot of different areas and leagues. On this episode, Manny sits down with Lynn Groll of Black Swamp Football, and Jerry Buti, the Athletic Director at Defiance High School. They discuss what is currently happening in Northwest Ohio at all levels of ...
Episode 53: Quarterback Outlook for 2020
July 02, 2020 04:00 - 11 minutes - 21.9 MBIn Part 7 (and final install) of our 2020 season outlook, Coach Bolen joins Coach Matsakis to discuss the Quarterbacks. They talk about the returning players and what to expect, as well as the incoming class and how they will impact the program.
Episode 52: Defensive Line Outlook for 2020
June 25, 2020 04:00 - 20 minutes - 39.2 MBIn Part 6 of our 2020 season outlook, Coach Taylor joins Coach Matsakis to discuss the Defensive Line. They talk about the returning players and what to expect, as well as the incoming class and how they will impact the program.
Episode 51: Linebacker Outlook for 2020
June 18, 2020 04:00 - 10 minutes - 21.7 MBIn Part 5 of our 2020 season outlook, Coach Wehrhahn joins Coach Matsakis to discuss the Linebackers. They talk about the returning players and what to expect, as well as the incoming class and how they will impact the program.
Episode 50: Defensive Back Outlook for 2020
June 11, 2020 04:00 - 15 minutes - 29.6 MBIn Part 4 of our 2020 season outlook, Coach Johnson joins Coach Matsakis to discuss the Defensive Backs. They talk about the returning players and what to expect, as well as the incoming class and how they will impact the program.
Episode 49: Superback Outlook for 2020
June 04, 2020 04:00 - 12 minutes - 24.8 MBIn Part 3 of our 2020 season outlook, Coach Wilson joins Coach Matsakis to discuss the Superbacks. They talk about the returning players and what to expect, as well as the incoming class and how they will impact the program.
Episode 48: Wide Receiver and Special Teams Outlook for 2020
May 28, 2020 04:00 - 13 minutes - 25.8 MBIn Part 2 of our 2020 season outlook, Coach Yeomans joins Coach Matsakis to discuss the Wide Receivers. They talk about the returning players and what to expect, as well as the incoming class and how they will impact the program.
Episode 47: Offensive Line Outlook for 2020
May 21, 2020 04:00 - 14 minutes - 27.3 MBAs the first part of our 2020 season outlook, Coach Shank joins Coach Matsakis to discuss the Offensive Line. They talk about the returning players and what to expect, as well as the incoming class and how they will impact the program.
Episode 46: Lynn Groll Interviews Coach Matsakis
May 14, 2020 04:00 - 47 minutes - 87.7 MBThis past week, Coach Matsakis sat down with Lynn Groll of Black Swamp Football on the Black Swamp Football Podcast. We didn't want you to miss the great insight, so listen in to how things are going at Defiance and around the local area.
Episode 45: Virtual Visit Creation
May 07, 2020 07:00 - 30 minutes - 57.5 MBCoach Matsakis sits down with Coach Shank and discusses how our Virtual Visit came about and the process that went into creating it. You'll hear some great statistics on how well it's done, and also about some of the other strategies other programs are using to recruit during the pandemic.
Episode 44: Louie Matsakis (University of Kentucky, SP. Teams Analyst)
April 30, 2020 04:00 - 24 minutes - 33.1 MBCoach Matsakis reaches out to his brother and Special Teams Analyst at the University of Kentucky, Louie Matsakis. The two talk about how things differ between Div. 1 and Div. 3 football during the pandemic, and also how the Wildcats have been dealing with operating virtually with their players.
Episode 43: The State of Defiance College Recruiting
April 23, 2020 04:00 - 17 minutes - 32.4 MBCoach Matsakis discusses the current state of recruiting here at Defiance College and how the Covid-19 Pandemic has affected our efforts.
Episode 42: Pandemic Update and Outlook
April 16, 2020 04:00 - 25 minutes - 48.7 MBCoach Matsakis looks into what's happening around the country during the pandemic. He speaks on different views of how things are developing, while also discussing the future of College Football once this is all over. Music: Bensound.com
Episode 41: How DC Players are Staying Active
April 09, 2020 13:23 - 25 minutes - 35.1 MBThis week, Coach Matsakis speaks with three of our players (Devon Hewitt, Noah Pistory, Terry Geiger) to discuss how they've been handling being at home during this unprecedented time. They speak about working out, staying on top of their school work, and what they've been watching on Netflix to stay entertained. Music: Bensound.com
Episode 40: Finding a Way to Get it Done
April 02, 2020 01:44 - 26 minutes - 49.5 MBSummary: In this weeks podcast, Coach Matsakis gives an inside perspective of how our program is working efficiently in the current situation and staying in touch with our players. We wish you the best and hope you stay safe! Music: Bensound.com
Episode 39: Virtual Recruiting Visit
March 26, 2020 02:00 - 11 minutes - 22 MBDefiance College Football has a new virtual visit for recruits. The college and football program are showcased by a variety of presenters and coaches. This unique experience is previewed by Coach Matsakis in this week's episode. Music: Bensound.com
Episode 38: Superback Play with Coach Earnest Wilson
March 19, 2020 04:00 - 18 minutes - 34.4 MBDefiance College Football Coach Wilson and Coach Matsakis explore what makes a great Superback, how to develop at the position, drills and more. Music: Bensound.com
Episode 37: Defensive Line with Dr. Jeremy Taylor
March 12, 2020 03:08 - 17 minutes - 32.5 MBCoach Taylor and Coach Matsakis discuss D-Line technique, skills, drills and more. Coach Taylor doubles as the Chair of Arts and Humanities Department as well as the Defensive Line Coach.