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Episode 586: Interview with Army Wrestler Gunner Filipowicz:

In this episode, Gunner and I talked about the importance of balancing expectations while still having fun in the sport. We also talked about what it is like to wrestle at Army and Gunner tells a story that demonstrates what the brotherhood is like. Lastly, we talked about why going to West Point was the best decision that he has made as he prepares for his last year of wrestling and at the school. Thank you for joining the podcast Gunner!

Episode 585: Interview with Northern Michigan Football Player Brecken Stokoszynski:

In this episode, Brecken and I talked about his first year playing at Olivet and then his decision to transfer to Northern Michigan. We also talked about how he always wanted to play at Northern Michigan and how meeting the staff confirmed that he wanted to play there. Lastly, we talked about lessons he has learned from football and what he is looking forward to. Thank you for joining the podcast Brecken!

Episode 584: Interview with Battle Creek Battle Jack Catcher Brady LaViolette:

In this episode, Brady and I talked about playing in the Northwoods League and it being a full circle moment for him. We also talked about the grind of the Northwoods League, how his season went at Murray State and the chip he had on his shoulder going into Battle Creek. Lastly, we talked about the fans, why people should go to a game and his goals for this summer. Thank you for jumping back on the podcast Brady!

Episode 583: Interview with Navy Tennis Player JJ Etterbeek:

In this episode, JJ and I talked about winning an individual state championship at Brother Rice and how playing there and Hilton Head Prep helped him prepare for tennis at Navy. We also talked about the transition to the Naval Academy and how the team and captain helped with that, and how this past season was a full circle moment to that. Lastly, we talked about JJ being voted captain, what that meant to him, and finishing his career undefeated against Army and with a Patriot League Championship!

Episode 582: Interview with Former Army Wrestler Lane Peters:

In this episode, Lane and I talked about wrestling at Army, the shared brotherhood and values on the team, and the importance of work ethic. We also talked about how wrestling helped him as a ranger, especially the team aspect and competing in the best ranger competition, and the MMA tournament. Lastly, we talked about being a wrestling coach at Army and now Air Force and how he is giving back to the sport that has given him so much. Thank you for joining the podcast Lane!