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Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastGrandpa Buff on Name, Image and LikenessSend us a textWell, it happened! Andy is officially a grandpa and this early morning recording of this week's episode reflects his excitement to get on the road to see Baby Ruth! Troy and Andy tackle the subject of NIL (Name, Image and Likeness) and the effect it has on college sports - good, bad, or indifferent. We like the NAIA the way it is and consider what that means for college sports. Don't forget to text the show. Mark your calendar for the 2nd Annual Gridiron Club Golf Tournament for Friday, July 11th a...2025-05-231h 16Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastA David Bolstorff Man of the Year; Aune Exits, and 2025 RecruitsSend us a textHoly Warriors, Batman! This episode covers it all straight from HC Tyler Chapa's mouth, Andy B's heart and Troy's...well, who can know what comes out of Troy?Support the show2025-02-071h 34Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastIt's the Bolsy Weekend and You Can See It Sunday(ish)Send us a textWell, Andy is out of the bunker and Troy is working away at making the inaugural Bolsy awards a thing of wonder and doing battle with tech support to make it a livestream event...but just in case that doesn't happen, fear not, dear Warriors! It will at least be posted onto the Sunnyside Farm Studios YOUTBUBE channel Sunday Morning. Ugh. It's a short show but there's more to come this weekend from your favorite Gridiron Club in America...stay tuned!Here's the link to the Sunnyside Farm Studios YOUTUBE channel...2025-01-2415 minWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastCoach Chapa, the Bolsy's, Recruiting and Retention: It's ON!Send us a textThis week, Andy and Troy return to the bunker after a holiday break to visit with Coach Chapa on his number after break, recruiting stats, the improvements made to the football suite over break, his trip to the coaches' conference in North Carolina and much more. Troy tries to take the podcast to video (and fails....but standby.....) Make sure you RSVP this weekend to the Bolsy Awards if you received an invite as a Gridiron Club member. Forever and always - GO WARRIORS!Support the show2025-01-171h 05Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastMerry Christmas, Happy New Year and Here Come the "Bolsys"!Send us a textIn this final episode of 2024, Andy and Troy discuss the inaugural WUBALL Recognition Banquet and Awards program coming up on the 25th of January. Get the details and THE NOMINEES for most of our categories as we look forward to a new year and a new season by highlighting the event which the GridIron Club anticipates being a true highlight to the outgoing 2024 season and the incoming season of 2025. Who will be our nominees? Listen in and find out and to get the invite to attend the "Bolsys" in person, make sure you're...2024-12-2041 minWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastCoach Chapa Returns to the BunkerSend us a textThis week, Andy and Troy are joined by Head Coach Tyler Chapa to discuss the season, the good news in recruiting and retention for the team as well as team honors on and off the field. Following break, the Warriors hit the gym hard and get ready for spring ball and a new season. Support the show2024-12-061h 11Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastHAPPY THANKSGIVING!Send us a textHappy Thanksgiving from the Bunker! Andy and Troy are stuffed - tired- and thankful! In this 100th GIC episode - hear all about last weekend's successful tree removal project - the favorites on the Thanksgiving table, some insight and advice for crabby fans in the stands and a sincere wish for all our listeners to give thanks to our Maker - WHO makes all this possible!If you're looking for a deal on Black Friday - you can't beat the half price cost of a replacement tree as a gift that...2024-11-291h 00Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastEnd of the Season: Senior SalutesSend us a textThis week, the bunker is quiet. Andy and Troy get together to discuss the 2024 season and pay homage to our seniors. While the team heads home for the holidays until mid-January, we look forward to more weekly episodes and a much needed rest for our Warriors as they spend time with their families wherever they may be.If you want to help us with our tree removal project - tomorrow is the day: Saturday, November 23rd starting at 8AM. We'll meet at the DJAC and strike out from there!...2024-11-221h 17Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastPostlewait and PesinaSend us a textThis week the Warriors roll into Sioux Center to play Dordt University for their final game of the 2024 season. Join Andy and Troy in the bunker with #90 D-Lineman Fletcher Postlewait and #29 RB Avian Pesina for a no-holds-barred discussion on the season and what's next to come. To get further info on the Rise from the Ashes Campaign and/or the workday scheduled for next Saturday contact Troy at president@waldorfgridironclub.orgGO WARRIORS!Support the show2024-11-151h 09Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastFaith and Football with Neeko and ChrisSend us a textThis week, Andy and Troy are joined in the bunker by a couple of Redshirt Junior leaders #91 DE Neeko Page and #7 QB Chris Walter. Listen in to the role each young man plays on the team, how they interact with their teammates, keep them motivated and looking forward on every down. We discuss the role of faith in each of their lives, hobbies and jobs, and of course family back home and here, on the team at Waldorf. Plus, find out what each of these guys have for nicknames - which might surprise...2024-11-081h 13Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastSide Hustlers: Tacos, T-Shirts and Car WashesSend us a textThis week, as we roll into a game with Dakota Wesleyan, and on the 33rd episode of the 3rd season, Andy and Troy sit down with THREE (count 'em - 3!) Warriors: #19, senior D-Back from Akron, OH - Josh Mitchell; #40, senior Long-Snapper from Thornton, CO - Gerardo Caldera-Hernandez; and #80, redshirt freshman Wide Receiver from Pensacola, FL - Earl Townsend, Jr. You won't want to miss this unique episode where the conversation turns into side hustle opportunities, the faith and family at home and at Waldorf, and and other rabbit-hole shenanigans that will keep you...2024-11-011h 20Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastAll in the Family with Ky and LouSend us a textThis week - as the Warriors hit the road to meet Briar Cliff, Andy and Troy host #15 RS Junior QB Louis Williams and #99 Senior NT Kyangelo Robinson in the bunker for a great conversation on Warrior Football, the Family, Georgia, Michigan, Louisiana, and all kinds of food and stories you won't want to miss. Get to know these two leaders on offense and defense and join the family!To join the Gridiron Club and/or support our "Rise from the Ashes" Campaign, simply go here: https://waldorfgridironclub.org/donate/S...2024-10-251h 15Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastRunning Backs and Linebackers with Eames and NokeSend us a textThis week, Andy returns to the bunker for a show with Running Backs Coach, Tristan Eames and Outside Linebacker Coach, CJ Noke. Get to know these two young coaches, find out about the game Saturday with the Red Raiders, and listen in to Andy wax poetic about the Land (and Man) of Lincoln. For more information about the tree replacement campaign called "Rise from the Ashes" going on right now - visit https://waldorfgridironclub.org/programs-newsletters/ and make your donation!Support the show2024-10-181h 12Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastThe Haymakers: In The Air TonightSend us a textThis week, Andy focuses on his jobbery, meanwhile, Troy hires #44 Keegan Handal, #18 Karson Lindsay and his own kid, #17 Jack Thompson to haul hay and milled lumber around the farm. After a meal of 1/2 pound Thompson beef cheeseburgers and tots, these three stick around the bunker to wax poetically for humanities credits about why two dude shouldn't make eye contact in a country song of a certain nature, whether we need flags, why MaCoy Yeakel is a terrible wedding planner, and why Karson should scrap the chemistry and go for the gusto in orthodontist...2024-10-111h 11Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastCaramel Rice Krispie Treats? Rafe VanDusseldorp & Keagen StreeterSend us a textThis week, Andy and Troy are joined in the bunker by #43 RS Sophomore, Rafe VanDusseldrop and #35 RS Freshman, Keagen Streeter. Listen in to these two's take on the season so far, homecoming and what's to come from the perspective of a fullback and a linebacker.To help Bolstorff Field "Rise from the Ashes" by purchasing replacement trees from the devastating loss of our ash trees from the emerald ash borer - simply go to our website:  https://waldorfgridironclub.org/donate/ and make your contribution and type #risefromtheashes in the notes.2024-10-041h 10Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastGrid-ToberFEST: The Deets on WU v. HastingsSend us a textThis week, Andy was on vacation so you're left with Troy as he runs down the last week's game in Yankton against Mount Marty and covers the 2-Deeps for the Warriors and the Hastings College Broncos. Get all the intel on what the Broncos are bringing to Bolstorff Field on offense and defense - numbers to keep an eye on and info on the game day experience this weekend at Bolstorff Field. We'll see you tomorrow at the game!Support the show2024-09-2758 minWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastSteak & Wings: Luke Beyer and Justice JohnsonSend us a textThis week, Andy and Troy visit with #10 Wide Receiver, Justice Johnson and #48 Linebacker, Luke Beyer.Get to know these two leaders on the team, hear their thoughts on last week's loss and what the next game looks like in Yankton. Also, find out what these two have going on for side hustles, life back home, on the travel bus, and a lot of talk about food.Support the show2024-09-201h 09Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastTuned in to a New Song: Tae Morgan and Bryce JonesSend us a textIt's Friday the 13th - but no fear here! This week, Andy and Troy are joined in the bunker by #0 Defensive Back, Tae Morgan and #6 Wide Receiver, Bryce Jones. Get to know these two upperclassmen leaders on the offense and defense. Find out what they're listening to in the locker room. Hear their thoughts on the upcoming Doane game and last week's game with Saint Francis. There's a lot to talk about this week AND, speaking of new tunes, enjoy the WarriorGPT version of the school fight song!GO WARRIORS!2024-09-131h 12Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club Podcast#76 Is Now A Coach: Kade Kloster-HodakSend us a textThis week Andy and Troy meet with GA Offensive Line Coach, Kade Kloster-Hodak. After five years playing for the Warriors and being a solid leader in the trenches, the big man moved into a GA Coaching position and is loving it!Listen in to Coach K's insights on the game last week, the game this Saturday against Saint Francis, and the new tasks at hand in the coaching realm.It's Community Day at Bolstorff Field Saturday and we can't wait to load the stands and the tailgate area as...2024-09-061h 08Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastBulldogs, SIT! Jakim Brock & Gavin JohnsonSend us a textTomorrow we hit the road for the season opener away in Seward, Nebraska! Andy and Troy are joined in the bunker by senior WUBALL leaders, #3 Jakim Brock and #73 Gavin Johnson. Find out what preparations have been made as we enter the GPAC for our first win on the road of the season, how the culture has changed, how we want to affect the body language of our opponents and more from these two teammates. We'll also discuss everything from the Sons of Anarchy for real in Stockton, CA to the favorite foods and...2024-08-301h 14Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastJenna for the Win!Send us a textThis week, join Andy and Troy as they visit with Jenna Quina, Waldorf University Athletic Department Operations Coordinator, Game Day Promotions Manager, and Senior Women's Leader. Jenna is the heart and soul of game day operations at Bolstorff Field AND she's the chief point of contact for the Gridiron Club's Gameday innovations. Jenna is a 2017 graduate from the WU (well, technically, December, 2016) and she stayed on after her women's basketball career to work in the AD's office and work her way into "the glass house" - the heart of WU Athletic operations. Listen...2024-08-231h 13Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastNever Before Like This....Send us a textThis week, join Coaches Tyler Chapa and Ethan Aune along with co-hosts Andy Buffington and Troy Thompson discuss the way in which WUBALL is headed. We talk about the team, the contests for first string, the impressive showing by all which is like nothing our coaches have seen. 2024 is going to be special. To add to that, listen is and hear the Warrior GPT version of our summer series wrap-up which may very well become a WUBALL tailgating sound piece. Don't forget to register your foursome for the inaugural WUBALL golf tournament and...2024-08-161h 17Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastGet to Know the GPAC Finale: WALDORF UNIVERSITY!Send us a textIt's the conclusion of our summer "Get to Know the GPAC" series and we saved THE BEST FOR LAST: our very own beloved Waldorf University! See what Andy, Coach Chapa and Troy have to say about our fine university, the unique little city in which it resides, the mutual history, stories and sideswipes from our WarriorGPT research! AND....listen to a new GIC rock'n'roll version of our alma mater's song ALL HAIL TO THEE O WALDORF- stay to the end and don't miss a minute this week on the Waldorf...2024-08-091h 22Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastGet to Know the GPAC: Dordt UniversitySend us a textThis week - as Andy, Troy and Coach Chapa wrap up the other teams in the GPAC; we learn about Dordt University - the school which appropriately wraps up our opponent series as they sound like the way one would mispronounce the end of our fair alma mater! Troy sees stars from laughter on this one as the boys peruse the Dordt roster and our WarriorGPT come through with some humdingers about the school itself. That and a discussion on their favorite pies, the problems with the undercarriage on RAGBRAI, and so much...2024-08-021h 03Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastGet to Know the GPAC: Morningside UniversitySend us a textThis week, Andy, Troy and Coach Chapa discuss Morningside University in Sioux City, Iowa. Now, just because we've already discussed Sioux City doesn't mean we've learned everything about the town or it's unique refrigeration techniques when it comes to boxcars which leads into a whole sidebar conversation about America's hobos. And we bring in the WarriorGPT to help us learn about Morningside which isn't exactly what we were expecting! Once again, not a moment to miss as we shout out our listeners from around the country and the globe this week, on the...2024-07-2659 minWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastGet to Know the GPAC: Dakota WesleyanSend us a textThis week Andy, Troy and Coach Chapa dive into the history of Dakota Wesleyan University.  Whether it's John's rules for singing, the Corn Palace to "the one thing that's beautiful about golf" we're sure there's a Charlie Daniels song for you....so let's drop our flax and head out to Mitchell, SD!To register for our golf tournament email here wugridironevents@gmail.comTo order you 2024 WUBall swag go here: https://www.threadsalgona.com/collections/waldorf-gridiron-football-clubSupport the show2024-07-191h 11Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastGet To Know The GPAC: Northwestern CollegeSend us a textThis week, Coach Chapa, Andy and Troy discuss Northwestern College from Orange City, IA. Find out what the deal is with the Dutch story behind Northwestern, learn a little bit about the community of Orange City, some unexpected conspiracy theories, and a whole lot of unnecessary sidebar conversations as we learn about the Red Raiders. They're formidable foes - so let's have some fun at their expense in the meantime! And - get your brand new, 2024 WUBALL Gear from our official online store here: https://www.threadsalgona.com/collections/waldorf-gridiron-football-club. Get yo...2024-07-051h 02Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastGet to Know the GPAC: Midland UniversitySend us a textThis week, Andy, Troy and Coach Chapa get to know the Warriors of Midland University - another ELCA affiliated school with the same mascot! It's like cardinals fighting in a mirror! We'll learn about Fremont, Nebraska too and the hits keep on coming! It's Warriors v. Warriors this week from the bunker!To register your golf team email wugridironevents@gmail.comJoin the GridIron Club today by visiting https://waldorfgridironclub.orgSupport the show2024-06-281h 02Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastGetting to Know the GPAC: Hastings CollegeSend us a textThis week, Andy, Troy and Coach Chapa get to know Hastings College and the community of Hastings, Nebraska. You won't want to miss this one because a secret identity is revealed and the bureaucratic tailgating procedures of Hastings College are discussed along with a fairly in-depth discussion about Kool-Aid.  Find out why, right here in the bunker!wugridironevents@gmail.com Support the show2024-06-211h 04Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastGetting to Know the GPAC: Mount Marty UniversitySend us a textThis week, Andy, Troy and Coach Chapa discuss Mount Marty University and its hometown, Yankton, South Dakota. Take the trip, learn a little about the school's history, famous folks from Yankton and Mount Marty, why there's a historical marker about the USS Scorpion and where to get the best pizza and chicken in town...as far as we know.Happy Flag Day and Happy Father's Day this weekend from all of us in the bunker! Register your foursome for the Gridiron Club Golf Tournament this September by emailing wugridironevents@g...2024-06-141h 06Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastGet to Know the GPAC: Doane UniversitySend us a textThis week Andy, Troy and Coach Chapa gather together to discuss Doane University - one of the founding institutions of the GPAC, the oldest private college in Nebraska and one of the oldest football programs in Nebraska - oh yeah, and it happens to be Coach Chapa's alma mater (and his wife Nicole!) There are some interesting connections to Doane University and our beloved WUBall - find out what they are, learn about the town of Crete, Nebraska, and discover why Doane isn't associated with the back pills we thought they were....AND...2024-06-071h 12Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastGet to Know the GPAC: Concordia University, NebraskaSend us a textCoach Chapa joins Andy and Troy for the Summer Series: Get to Know the GPAC starting out with a full on review of Concordia University, Nebraska. Learn all about our first opponent in the GPAC this season, the Concordia University system, and the town of Seward, NE which we'll be gracing with our presence in just a couple short months! There's a time capsule - apparently it's the biggest in the world and Seward is home to the biggest 4th of July celebration in Nebraska!Don't forget to register for our...2024-05-311h 01Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastIntroducing: Get To Know the GPAC Summer Series with Head Coach ChapaSend us a textThis week, Andy and Troy are joined in the bunker by Coach Chapa. They announce the summer series that will introduce all our WUBall fans to the other teams and schools in the new conference. Each week, the trio will riff on one program, its institution, and the home town within which it resides. We're going to do some pretty stellar half-cracked research to help all our fans know all (well, mostly all) about our opponents in the GPAC.To start us off, this week, we give a quick...2024-05-241h 00Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastGlory Days!Send us a textThis week, Andy returns to the bunker and joins Troy to discuss the "glory days" of their own playing careers which leads to the discussion how much equipment in football and sports overall has changed in the last few decades - it's about safety but it helps to look good while you're doing it. To register for the first GridIron Club Golf Tournament September 6th just before the home opener, check out our Facebook page or email our events committee directly here: wugridironevents@gmail.com Don't forget -you can co...2024-05-1753 minWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastOut of the Bunker: Please leave a MessageSend us a textAndy and Troy are out of the bunker this week, fans, but fear not - they'll be back it next week for another episode (or edition) of the Waldorf Gridiron Club podcast!Support the show2024-05-1000 minWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastPainted into the Bunker...Send us a textThis week, Troy has actually painted himself into the bunker while refurbishing the steps and left Andy stuck outside! Well, what to do while we wait for the paint to dry? How about we tell you about the new officers of the GridIron Club and our FIVE awesome committees that make this 501c3 organization GO and GROW! Find out what each committee does, who is its chair, and how YOU can join one or more of our committees no matter where you live. All this to make WUBALL "the best small college football...2024-05-0357 minWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastBoth Sides of the Line: The Mayes'Send us a textThis week, Andy and Troy wrap up finals week with the Mayes brothers: #71 J'Colby and #94 Jyron - identical twins (well, there's a triplet but he isn't a Warrior so....) who are on opposite sides of the line - offense and defense. Find out how these brothers got along throughout school before arriving at the WU and how they have gotten along as Warriors. These two bring the thunder and you won't want to miss it - check it out this week on The Waldorf Gridiron Club Podcast!(Also, Andy is an...2024-04-261h 03Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastAune & Donadio: Post Spring BallSend us a textThis week, Andy and Troy are joined by Coaches Ethan Aune and Danny Donadio at the bunker as they review the spring ball exhibition last week, discuss what looks good heading into the summer, and what needs some work. These two are full of great insights about our WUBall program and you won't want to miss it!Support the show2024-04-191h 15Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastCoach Tom Clarey: What Time Machine?Send us a textThis week, Andy and Troy visit with new linebackers coach, Tom Clarey. He may be new to the WU but he's no stranger to FB or FC! Tom joins the program after head coaching the Forest City Indians. Find out why he made the switch to the other turfed field in FC, where he comes from, and where he thinks WUBall is going in the GPAC. There's a lot to discuss including topics outside the realm of WUBall. AND - it's the spring ball finale at Bolstorff Field Saturday - come o...2024-04-121h 07Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club Podcast#29 Jorge Rivera: Not Ego DrivenSend us a textThis week, Andy and Troy visit with #29 Wide Receiver, Jorge Rivera! Get to know Jorge (that's GEORGE!)  and find out why he's a player to be on your radar (and our opponents') this season. Find our what makes this River City Recruit tick and why "Ego is not what drives him."Support the show2024-04-051h 06Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastCoach Ben Brummer: Teach the GameSend us a textThis week, meet new Defensive Line Coach Ben Brummer! He's a real technician of the game and loves teaching the players to be better ballers. Not only is he new to FC and WUBall - he's a new dad as well! Get know this Minnesota native this week with Andy and Troy on the Waldorf GridIron Club podcast.Visit our website here: https://waldorfgridironclub.orgSupport the show2024-03-291h 03Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWe're Back, Baby!Send us a textSeason 3 kicks off in the midst of Spring Ball with Head Coach Tyler Chapa. Andy and Troy cover the 2024 season, recruiting stats, new coaches, and more as the team reunites for the 3rd Season of the Waldorf GIC Podcast!https://waldorfgridironclub.orgSupport the show2024-03-221h 06Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastIt's Bye Week with Josh Littrell!Send us a textThis week, Troy and Andy converse with former Waldorf Football Head Coach, Josh Littrell, the guy that turned it around for the Warriors. Find out what Coach has been up to and what is coming next, reminisce about the Warrior Football program, and a lot more this week - on the Waldorf Gridiron Club Podcast!Support the show2023-11-0359 minWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastOn to Dickinson and Andy's Back!Send us a textThis week, Andy and Troy catch up in the bunker about Mayville, Dickinson, fishing, the NSAA, the GPAC, our new website, what we've done this season so far, talk about some of our seniors and a whole lot more - oh, and we invite you to join us coming up with some more ideas as we prepare for the final three weeks and two games of the 2023 season and all that comes after.Check out and bookmark the GridIron's new website here: https://waldorfgridironclub.orgSupport the show2023-10-271h 05Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastGrooming SuccessSend us a textThis week, something different. As we roll into the final home game and Senior Day - and a week when the bunker was missing our best voice, Andy, we decided, well - what if we played pretty much the entire recorded Warriors Live Show we did this past week and included all the off air items and the parts in the show we edited out....That may not have been the best idea.Find out what happens on AND OFF the air - this week, on the Waldorf Gridiron...2023-10-201h 13Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastHomecoming Review: A Tale of Two TeamsSend us a textThis week Andy is off fishing! Well deserved, for sure. But that makes for a short episode as Troy mans the bunker and revisits the Homecoming loss 28-24 leaving the Warriors 3-3 as they head into round 2 of the farewell tour in the NSAA as they roll out to Madison, SD to take on the Trojans on Dakota State University. Get the nitty-gritty here and we'll see you next week!Congratulations to Waldorf University which celebrated it 120th anniversary this week and happy(?) Friday the 13th!Go Warriors!2023-10-1309 minWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastBye Week: Post InterimSend us a textThis week is bye week. Join Andy and Troy in the bunker this week as they rehash some of the ups and downs from the loss against Dickinson State, the nearly four hour lightning delay, homecoming preparations, a new GridIron apparel on-line store, and the announcement that the word "Interim" has been officially removed from the title of Head Coach, Tyler Chapa - now, he's The Head Coach of Waldorf Football!Shout-outs to our fans, some stalwart tailgaters who literally weathered the storm Saturday, our friends at the Chamber of Commerce...2023-09-291h 00Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastAiden Williams: From Wesleyan to WaldorfSend us a textThe Warriors are now 3-1! Get the details from the Mayville game in the GIC 411 report to start the show.This week, Andy and Troy visit with sophomore LB #25: Aiden Williams. Aiden comes to Waldorf as a transfer after Iowa Wesleyan closed this past spring. He's a home-grown Iowa kid from Cedar Rapids. Find out all about Aiden, his journey from Iowa Wesleyan to Waldorf, the City of Five Seasons, the Warrior Defense, his plans for becoming an Athletic Training/Strength and Conditioning Coach and follow Troy and Andy down the...2023-09-221h 07Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastJeremiah Smith: PaybackSend us a textThe Warriors are 2-1! Get the details in the GridIron Post-Game 411 at the top of the show. After a great home field victory Saturday against the Dakota State University Trojans, Andy and Troy sit down with D-back: Jeremiah Smith! Listen in to the Houston connection, the story of how Jeremiah came to Waldorf and some of the schools (closer than you know!) who missed out on calling him a teammate. Jeremiah is a leader on and off the field, a captain, and only a sophomore!It's a great conversation a...2023-09-151h 01Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastGavin Johnson: J Hawk to WarriorSend us a textThe Warriors are 1-1 as we enter week three and begin conference play. Get the details from last week's loss and the specs as we head into this week's WIN at home! Andy and Troy are joined by #73, big man on the O-Line, Iowa grown tackle - Gavin Johnson, a junior who comes to the show with a lot to discuss. Find out what he has to say about Warrior ball, the skilled players on the O-line, the best places to have breakfast and much, much more. It's an instant classic y...2023-09-081h 13Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastMalik Adams Has A PlanSend us a textThis week, it's Community Night - the Home Opener and start of the 2023 Season and Andy and Troy sit down with senior WR, #13 Malik Adams.Malik has a plan, well, PLANS actually - listen in to find out what those plans are but we'll let you on a secret - one of those plans involves 1000 yards receiving...From air traffic control, to box trucks, The Office quotes, pop culture, TV, movies, and music - Malik has a plan for everything.And the best part of Community Night...2023-08-251h 01Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastCoach Danny Donadio: Southern California to Northern IowaSend us a textThis week, Andy and Troy introduce new Coach Danny Donadio fresh in from Southern California.Danny comes with a lot of experience and enthusiasm. He likes to "coach the why" and loves that he gets to talk football for a living. Learn all about our new coach, his background, family, philosophy and more!AND....It's just a couple weeks from the opener at Bolstorff Field and that means it's also time to buy those Cash Prize Where the Ball Lies hardliners available right now by clicking here: https://l...2023-08-111h 12Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWe're Back and Chapa's Running the Show!Send us a textWe're back! After a nice summer break - the players are back in town, there's a new head coach but it's someone we know and love and there's a whole schedule to look forward to.This week, Andy and Troy run down the changes in the program since May, discuss the returning players, the schedule, a little bit about travel plans, GridIron plans, and maybe even plans for a CONVOY!Get on the bus and enjoy the ride as our 2023 season gets under way here, on the Waldorf GridIron...2023-08-041h 05Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastSummer Break!Send us a textIt's commencement Saturday and the GridIron Club Podcast is taking a break for the summer.  Andy and Troy are busy working on details for the fall and before you know it, the boys will be back in town and the action will be on the GridIron.Enjoy you summer and forever and always,GO WARRIORS!Support the show2023-04-2801 minWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastThe Grid Iron Stadium: Spring Ball ReviewSend us a textThis week, Andy and Troy take time off from making burger patties with the coaches and Courtney to record a review of Spring Ball with Coach Paramore and Coach Chapa. Get the details on who made some impressions at Spring Ball, where the program is headed through the summer in anticipation of next season, graduation, and a whole lot more.Stop by Sunday at 6PM to the DJAC and say hello to the team and coaches as we conduct our annual post spring ball team feed with great tasting I...2023-04-2152 minWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastChad Gassman: A Way of LifeSend us a textThis week Andy and Troy get to sit down with Waldorf University Athletic Director, Chad Gassman. Chad comes from a background in baseball as a player and coach, including a good stint at Waldorf. As the AD, Chad talks about the changes in the conference, how that affects the schedule and (guess what - the schedule's released!) what that means for our athletes.We also learn about game day preparation and the behind the scenes efforts that make our home games special at the WU. Find out some inside baseball (literally...2023-04-141h 08Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastNate Davis: A Portrait of PurposeSend us a textThis week Andy and Troy sit down with #46 LB Nate Davis. Hear what Nate has to say about coming to Iowa, college football as a business, who makes the scout team, driving in Iowa and some interesting side-hustles.Also, we learn that Troy may not have paid for that Columbia House CD subscription back in the day, who does the most talking on the D backfield, and what the JYD culture is all about.That and we learn all about this legacy accountant, preparing for success, player maturity and...2023-04-0756 minWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastEdjuan Works: "21 Clamps"Send us a textThis week, Andy and Troy sit down with lockdown cornerback, #7 Edjuan Works. This is a special player, who had a transformative recruiting experience to get to Waldorf. He'll tell you "the film don't lie" but apparently the official stats do, as Troy finds out.Hear about some player shifts for spring ball, Edjuan's coachability, his faith, the psychology of smack, his shifty hips, his shoe collection and an entirely new business plan Troy offers up to him.The Springball Scrimmage is right around the corner - even though the season...2023-03-3159 minWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWill Nalley: E + R = OSend us a textThis week Andy and Troy are joined by new D Line Coach, Will Nalley. A Kentucky native, "Wild Bill" Will landed at Waldorf via Murray State University and an NAIA National Championship as a player for Lindsey Wilson College. Get to know Will and find out why there are no donkeys in the derby, what the three words he uses daily are all about, what E + R = O means and how being raised with a background in agriculture has helped shape him as a player and a coach.We'll a...2023-03-241h 08Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastChasen' Chris & CarissaSend us a textHappy Saint Patrick's Day! Green beers from the bunker!This week, after a nice little Spring Break, Andy and Troy are joined by brand new Warrior Wide Out/RB Coach Chris Silva and his wife: Carissa. A huge revelation comes up in this episode that Andy and Troy are having a hard time setting side.  You'll find out why.You'll also find out what happens when Andy meets a Bearcat rival, Troy is pretty sure just about anywhere is 50 minutes away, "Bingo Jed Had A Light On", De...2023-03-171h 06Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastRaise Your Expectations...Jordan CooperSend us a textThis week Andy and Troy sit down with senior QB, #1 Jordan Cooper, fresh off his shoulder surgery and ready to get to training, prep for spring ball and take on the role of team patriarch next fall. But the team isn't the only family Jordan is taking care of - listen in to hear all about his new role as a dad. We bring everyone into the bunker and this week we find out that what Jordan thinks the team has cooking for next season - look out! You think you have high...2023-03-031h 00Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club Podcast"Dig Deep"Send us a textIn this episode, Andy and Troy discuss the hopes and dreams of future GridIron Club purchases. opportunities for sponsorships, big and small projects, and how everyone can be a part of the "best small college football experience in America."You will also hear about Andy's Valentine's Day theories, Bryan Adams, a new IRS slogan Troy is suggesting, and an idea involving purple capes....This and more on the Waldorf GridIron Club Podcast!Go Warriors!Support the show2023-02-2457 minWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastLiam Stone: The Lineman's PrayerSend us a textThis week Andy and Troy are joined in the bunker by Liam Stone and despite the warnings provided by Coach Aune, Liam left the bunker intact. Find out all the details about our large man on the O-Line from LaPorte City, IA, notes on "exquisite sauces," something called a "bacon cheeseball," why Grandpa Throne was often motivated to swat the Stone, and hear Liam recite the Lineman's Prayer.That and Andy's plan to get committed, a lot of chatter about barbershops, and what group discipline does for the program.2023-02-171h 09Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastDo Your 1/11th with Coach Mike GouldSend us a textThis week Andy and Troy wrap up their conversations with coaches by talking to Coach Mike Gould. Entering his second season with the Warriors, Coach Gould gets into the philosophy of Warrior Football, the rules in the weight room, fixing bad habits, attending class, "Yessir/Nossir" and discipline. We also cover music, Ohio State, the Hawkeyes, AC/DC, Benny Goodman, Prime Time, and lots more.Don't miss it - share with your friends, and help us sustain the best small college football program in America! Go Warriors!S...2023-02-101h 00Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club Podcast"Aune Likes the Room"Send us a textAndy and Troy meet with O-Line Coach, Ethan Aune this week and discuss the highlights of signing day, the character of the Offensive Line, a heavy recruiting class from the Gopher State, injuries, leadership, and more. We find out who he thinks the worst people are, how he learned to cuss from a Vietnam Vet, and why men like Liam Stone, Logan Miller, and Kade Kloster-Hodak are who you want on your side on the GridIron.Be sure to follow us on Twitter @waldorfgridiron and @WUWarriorFootball as well as F...2023-02-031h 04Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastChapa's DefenseSend us a textThis week Andy and Troy are joined by the new Defensive Coordinator under the Paramore program at WU - longtime coach - Tyler Chapa. You won't want to miss this one, not only do we get into the defense, the program, and the direction Chapa sees it going - we  also have a pretty hard-hitting discussion about recruiting, pay-to-play, the portal, D3, and more. Let's just say, "leadership and wizardry" enter the discussion...Don't forget, Chapa's birthday is March 6th....send checks to the GridIron Club!Support the show2023-01-271h 01Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastThe Youngest Head Football Coach in America: Chase ParamoreSend us a textBIG NEWS! Not a week goes by in Warrior Football that something record setting doesn't happen and this week is no different. Our fine head coach who built the team and its legacy has moved on and we wish Coach Finley well - in his stead is the newly appointed, youngest head football coach in America: Chase Paramore.Andy and Troy and joined this week by GridIron Club President, Courtney Wooge, as we meet with the new Head Coach of the Best Small College Football Experience in America. 2023-01-201h 07Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastThe Original TayeSend us a textIt's a new year and a new season - Andy and Troy return from the holiday break with none other than returning senior running back - number 21, Taye Buchanan: the hammer of the offense looking for a nail!From Alabama, Mississippi, Tennessee, to Iowa and all over the Midwest - the guys cover what's happened since last season, where the new season is headed and and much more. It's Season 2 of the Waldorf GridIron Club Podcast - tell your friends, share with your fellow Warrior fans, and help us c...2023-01-131h 00Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastThanksgiving with Coach FinleySend us a textAndy and Troy visit with Head Coach, Will Finley, and recount the 22 season, the things we are thankful for and the future we look forward to with "the best small college football experience in America!"Happy Thanksgiving - we are thankful for all our Warrior fans and GridIron Members!Support the show2022-11-2453 minWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club Podcast2022 Wrap-UpSend us a textAndy and Troy review the 2022 season, the Warriors end 7-4, complete their finals and hit the road for home until January. The Coaches hit the road too - looking for the next Warriors. As we head into Thanksgiving, we take a look back at the games played and the lessons learned before looking ahead to the 2023 season.Happy Thanksgiving and Go Warriors!Support the show2022-11-1957 minWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastSenior SaluteSend us a textIt's Veteran's Day and speaking of veterans...In this final week of the regular season, as the Warriors hit the road to meet Dakota State for the second time - Andy and Troy wax reminiscent over the many seniors in the program, vets on the GridIron.Next week, the 2022 season will be through and thanks to our outstanding senior leaders, the Warriors will either be tied for the best record in University history or own the best season record at 8-3. To all our servicemembers - past a...2022-11-111h 36Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWeek 11: Cajun AlfredoSend us a textThis week Andy and Troy meet with two senior impact players: #3 WR Mike Mouton and #52 DE Morgan Dostal. After a week off, the Warriors head into the final two weeks of the season and the last home game this Saturday  which is Senior Day. As they prepare to defeat Iowa Wesleyan, these two team leaders revisit their days on Bolstorff Field, church league football, good food, great times, and make plans for a big future.  They also discuss Mr. Mom, The Godfather, Duck Dynasty, and yes, the Estherville-Lincoln Central Midgets....See yo...2022-11-041h 04Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWeek 10: The Bye Week - Get the IodineSend us a textThis week the players and coaches get a chance to recover, reset and prepare for the senior day game versus Iowa Wesleyan next Saturday at home. Andy and Troy sit down with senior OLB #26 Tyler Hopp and freshman TE #80 Kadin Abele, a couple of farm kids from the south and north sides of Iowa. Find out which side of the locker room is the loudest, why Kadin is a "miracle child," what the Honey War was, hunting, small town restaurants, the Board of Trade (but not the one you're thinking of), a...2022-10-281h 00Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastHomecoming 2022: Reflections from the Sideline with Coach David BolstorffSend us a textIn this special Homecoming episode, Andy and Troy connect with longtime Head Football Coach, College Chaplain, and the guy they named the field after: David Bolstorff. Listen in as we discuss Waldorf through the decades, its growth as a college and football program, the community that was created and that which still remains. Also, hear some stories about former players, including the guy they named the basketball court after, Denny Jerome! All that and a whole chapel service full of excellent advice and sagely wisdom on this episode of the Waldorf GridIron Club...2022-10-2140 minWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastFootball...The Greatest Team Sport: Coach A. David BolstorffSend us a textIn preparation for Homecoming 2022, Andy and Troy visited with legendary Waldorf Head Football Coach, Reverend A. David Bolstorff for a very special episode. Here's a little preview and a message for the team, and all of us...Support the show2022-10-1502 minWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWeek Eight: "Play It Again, Sam."Send us a textThis week join Andy and Troy as they meet with All-Time Waldorf Football Receiving Yards leader: #0 Sam Huntley and P/RB #36 Isaac Burgett. Coming off their victory on the road versus Mayville, the Warriors are now rated #22 nationally and they're "locked in - time to win" for this Saturday's game at Dickinson State. This episode pulls out all the stops - we know what Sam means when he tells a teammate "I see you" and we talk about how important Isaac is on and off the field. Sam has 2278 career receiving yards and...2022-10-141h 11Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWeek Seven: Handal and Handal, Inc.Send us a textJoin Andy and Troy as they visit with the Handal Brothers - Kasen #4 and Keegan #32 from Tomball, Texas. Hear all about rugby punts, throat steppin', Slapshot (the movie), Egyptians (the ones from Texas), and superstitions that make the game great. Listen in as Keegan gives credit where credit is due, we discuss why errors are contagious, and find out all about that brotherly advice happening in the backfield on the Warrior defense.We also learn that Andy eats the kitchen sink before every game...except that one in Michigan....hmmm.2022-10-071h 06Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWeek Six: Iron Sharpens IronSend us a textAndy went fishing! Troy sits down with the coaching staff and gets the scoop at the mid-way point in the regular season. Find out what all the coaches have to say about the Ferris State game, how we got to 4-1 and where we're headed next as we begin conference action versus Presentation. From ball security to tackling; home improvements and "meat and cheese" this staff has something special going on. Best of all, we finally hear from the elusive TE coach, Darwin Christensen.Support the show2022-09-3034 minWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWeek Five: "Get It Out The Mud!"Send us a textThis week Andy and Troy celebrate the Warriors being 4-0 and a national NAIA ranking #24. Senior DB #23 Tyler Dennis and Senior (in the classroom) RB #2 Vontae Harper find their way to the underground bunker where we learn Vontae really loves his grandma (and for good reason!) We determine that Tyler Dennis ("TD") may actually be channeling Tony Dungy. What does it look like as we head to Michigan for a non-conference game versus Number One Ranked NCAA DII reigning champion Ferris State? Listen in and find out. While you're at it, y...2022-09-231h 12Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWeek Four: Stabbed in the ButtcheekSend us a textThis week as we get ready for Dakota State Round 1, Andy and Troy talk with a pair of stellar senior leaders: #13 WR Malik Adams and #30 DE Joe Halvorsen (or is it Will Smith and Burt Reynolds?) Find out why Andy is the guy to call for all your laundry needs, why State Center is not the center of the state, and why the boys need an advertising budget. Also, there is a little Warrior Football history, they solve the Hawkeye's problems, and Buford T. Justus enters the conversation along with South Park, Breaking...2022-09-161h 01Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWeek Three: The GridIron GodparentsSend us a textThis week join Andy and Troy from the GridIron Tailgate prior to the Home Opener. It was Community Night and who better to join our conversation than the "Godparents of the GridIron", Randy and Darla Yeakel. We learn all about "the problem with Mayville" according to Darla, the origin story of the "Crazy 8", that applications are being taken for the Tailgate Torch bearers of the future, and the secrets of a pressurized bunker on game day. In a crazy twist, listen in on the moment when Club President, Courtney Wooge, pounds the wrong...2022-09-0949 minWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWeek Two: Saint AmbroseSend us a textThis week Andy and Troy are joined by WR #34 Seth Oakes and LB #44 Jacob Ray. The Warriors are now 1-0 with an on the road victory over Briar Cliff in which "Jay-Ray" led the Warriors in tackles to include a sack for a five yard loss. Seth "Soakes" proved the wagon is unhooked and came out of the game as the NorthStar Conference Offensive Player of the Week. "Who's slow?" Not Seth. It's the home opener, a night game against the Saint Ambrose Bees this week and we can't wait to get into...2022-09-021h 04Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWeek One: Briar CliffSend us a textThis week Andy and Troy leave the bunker for a season opener recorded at The Paddler's Tap. It's Week One of the season and the Warriors travel to Sioux City to tackle Briar Cliff University. Listen in on the conversations with Coach Hart, Gould, Chapa, Morel, Stuart and of course, Finley. Waldorf University President, Bob Alsop, dropped in and provided the scoop on the exciting direction of Waldorf University as well as a special promise to the team. And even "super fan" Reed Burkholder made his way to the microphone. All this and...2022-08-2657 minWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastJON-JONSend us a textThis week join Andy and Troy as they host the QB of the Warriors #1 Jordan Cooper accompanied by the brand new "what? Where'd he go?" running back: Ceoni Molisi. Find out where Jon-Jon comes from and why the West may be where the fast ones are. This is a look from the backfield at what will absolutely come next  - here at the best small college football experience in America!Support the show2022-08-191h 16Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club Podcast"Forespin"Send us a textWelcome back Andy and Troy from a week off for "renovations to the bunker" as they are joined by student coaches: former player (#5) Zach Morel and the new dad-looking, mule rider from Mason City - JD "The Deuce" Ward. This week we re-name the MCHS team, create the Taco Tico Bowl, look for tan lines to survive on the prairie, and more. Listen in to learn about the eye-opening experiences going from player to coach, why Zach's mom may just be a Waldorf GridIron Club celebrity, and the consequences of "just missing Nixon". 2022-08-121h 15Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club Podcast"Tumbleweeds"Send us a textThis week Andy and Troy meet the brand new DL Coach, Mike Gould and second year GA/LB Coach Kyle Stewart. Learn about the realities of college coaching, why Troy doesn't have a Master's Degree, DQ's vetting process, who the non-walleye catching majority is, the life of a RR engineer's son, and tattoos. That, the Ichthus, something Andy calls the "Mammoth of Monmouth",  and more this week, on the Waldorf GridIron Club Podcast!Next week, we look forward to meeting the player as they roll onto campus and the '22 season b...2022-07-291h 11Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club Podcast"Love 'Em Hard"Send us a textJoin Andy and Troy as they visit with the voice of Waldorf University Football, KIOW FM 107.3 Sports Director: Zarren Egesdal and our brand new GA coaching the running backs straight out of the Oklahoma Panhandle: Justin Hart. In this episode we decide if football is a religion in the south, it's probably Pentacostal. We put an end to this boiled peanut nonsense. We discuss who is on everyone's top list of best college announcers (Howard and Troy fail at impersonating Howard Cosell) and we find out about Andy's "Farm Dog Philosophy". W...2022-07-221h 06Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club Podcast"Always be from FC"Send us a textThis week Andy and Troy are joined by a grandfather-grandson duo: Bruce and Carter Bruckhoff. Carter is the newest QB recruit coming to Waldorf this fall from Forest City and Bruce is the longtime Captain of the Chaingang for both Waldorf and FCHS. Find out what it means to be a "Kiester guy", why Bruce likes to be on the losing sideline, and the Bruckhoff family trash-talking situation. Also, hear a special end of high school sports farewell from Carter as he looks to the future at Waldorf U. That and more laughs...2022-07-151h 05Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club Podcast"All In"Send us a textJoin Andy and Troy for the much-awaited conversation with Head Coach Will Finley and the "real Head Coach", Kallie Finley and help them celebrate their 6th wedding anniversary on this special episode. Kallie has a "gut feeling" about this team and Will asserts that the Finley's are a "football family." Join us for a special Andy and Troy unauthorized duet via Mutual of Omaha, find out how Coach Littrell convinced Kallie to make the move to WU, and why Will is susceptible to dog toy scams. All this and our very own version...2022-07-081h 15Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club Podcast"Turnt"Send us a textJoin Andy and Troy as they sit down with #48 LB Jimmy Bates and #38 TE David Warren on this week's episode of the Waldorf GridIron Club Podcast. We learn how to hunt gators, throw javelins and generally survive the zombie apocalypse. We also find out who loves Star Wars, why David is moving from LB to TE this season, and what the word "Turnt" means. Have a FANTASTIC Independence Day weekend!Support the show2022-07-0153 minWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club Podcast"The Evolve"Send us a textAndy and Troy visit with coaches Chase Paramore and Tyler Chapa on this week's episode of the Waldorf GridIron Club Podcast. No translator was even necessary! We look into the new offense, try-out the term "WU-Ball", hear the phrase "we sure damn did", and "you're gonna need a bigger jacket" and we contemplate why there are so many Concordias....all this and a lot of insight on recruiting, the depth of the defense and the ways the NAIA becomes home to so many great athletes.Support the show2022-06-241h 05Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club Podcast"Side by Side Conversations: The Father's Day Episode"Send us a textThis special Father's Day episode, Andy and Troy hear from several players and coaches with messages for their dads. We learn why side-by-side conversations work, all about the "American game", what Troy means when he says "it washes off" and "that's what he gets - disappointment!" Find out why humor is so important to dads, why Andy loves to ask "You serious, Clark?" and why both hosts know the lyrics of "Coward of the County" and why your boy should too. Happy Father's Day to all Gridiron Club dads! This episode i...2022-06-161h 00Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club Podcast"Locked In"Send us a textIn this episode, Andy and Troy hang out with two stellar DBs: #27 Twon Collymore and #17 Will Stricklin. Both DBs agree, "we got ballers here" at Waldorf and that "Coach Finley comes with it every day!" We also discover that grandma is the best catfisher in the family, what a "Bajan" is, what it's like to play against West Point in a bowl game, that Andy loves avocados, and what happens on "Collymore Island". Support the show2022-06-101h 01Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club Podcast"The Soup"Send us a textIn this episode, Andy and Troy meet with new O-Line Coach: Ethan Aune and returning OL #56 Zach Throne. Find out why polar bears are dangerously sneaky, golden bears are easier to pet, the recruiting process at WU and why "one of us is gonna bleed, who's it gonna be?" is an good question. We also learn about a pedal pull champ who aces free throws, where Vinje, IA is and why you should stop in for a beer and a burger and something called: "SOOOOOUUP!" That and an Easter Egg you'll want to...2022-06-031h 09Waldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastFlipping the SwitchSend us a textAndy and Troy meet with #99 DL Deqwunn McCobb and #17 QB Luke Johnson. Andy continues to poke Dickinson State, we find out why Troy doesn't like Austin, TX, DQ says he has a surprise for Valley City State this coming season, and we all agree 6th Street is the place to be (even in Austin!)Support the show2022-05-2759 minWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastFishing on Roller SkatesSend us a textThis week, Andy and Troy meet with new powerhouses on each side of the line: #69 (maybe #91?) DL Neeko Page and #TBD (maybe #59?) OL Logan Tyler in the secret underground bunker of Bolstorff Field where they ponder whether Waldorf University President Bob Alsop could take a look at Troy's foot, if Dad strength is real, why we'll always have Thanksgiving in Detroit, and whether Austin Erdmann will still be the strongest man in the weight room come August.Support the show2022-05-2057 minWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastThe "Warrior Whisper"Send us a textJoin Andy (aka Phil Sunset) and Troy (aka Tippy Bancroft) as they converse with #11 RB Christian Gerot and #45 DL Austin Erdmann about the upcoming season, why there were piglets all over the floor, and how the Warrior Whisper could become a thing...Support the show2022-05-1357 minWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club Podcast"Hobo Water"Send us a textThis week join Andy and Troy as they solve the mystery of what's in the water in Britt with DB #43 MaCoy Yeakel, 2022 Male Athlete of the Year and why up-and-comer TE #47 Nolan Frohwein may sing like Bette Midler. Let's find out who Alvino Milner is and there may be something extra at the end...Support the show2022-05-0643 minWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club Podcast"Enter Sandman"Send us a textThis week join Andy and Troy as they get to know DB #20 Alex Atherton and OL #76 Kade Kloster-Hodak. Discover the secret meaning of El Cajon, why Turkeys have it coming, and why Enter Sandman still sets the tone at Bolstorff Field.Support the show2022-04-2954 minWaldorf Gridiron Club PodcastWaldorf Gridiron Club Podcast"The Maiden Voyage"Send us a textJoin co-hosts Andy Buffington and Troy Thompson on the "maiden voyage" of the Waldorf GridIron Club Podcast. Andy and Troy discuss the GridIron Club purpose and chat with Linebacker, Nico Morasco; OL Logan Miller, and Coach Shawn Henry.Support the show2022-04-221h 10