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On The MatStanford head wrestling coach Chris Ayres - OTM672After 17 years bringing Princeton from the bottom of the Division I ranks to a bonafide place where All-Americans can develop and thrive, Chris Ayres is off to a new adventure. Ayres was announced as Stanford’s next wrestling coach last month. A Lehigh alum and 1999 Division I All-American, Ayres’ drive is both common within the coaching ranks, but his approach is unique at the same time. in Join Kyle Klingman and Andy Hamilton as they talk about the world of wrestling on the flagship podcast of Trackwrestling.com from FloSports. Show Segments 0:35 - Andy’s big...2023-10-181h 14
On The MatMaryville's Mike Denney, seven-time national championship winning coach - OTM671For over 50 years, Mike Denney was in and around the sport of wrestling, teaching the next generations of wrestlers and coaches. A seven-time national championship winning coach at the Division II level, Denney announced his retirement this past spring after serving the last 12 years at Maryville University in Missouri. Denney won seven titles at Nebraska-Omaha before the program was dropped the night his program won their third straight title for the second time in school history. “That other place” will honor the 2011 NCAA Division II championship team in October during the Omaha-Niagara hockey game. Coach Denney talks about the healing proc...2023-09-111h 02
On The MatJody Strittmatter of Young Guns Wrestling Club - OTM670Joining the program today is Jody Strittmatter, a four-time college wrestling All-American and founder of the elite Young Guns Wrestling Club in Pennsylvania. Strittmatter was a two-time Division II national champion at Pitt-Johnstown before transferring to Iowa where he finished second and third at the Division I championships. Join Kyle Klingman and Andy Hamilton as they talk about the world of wrestling on the flagship podcast of Trackwrestling.com from FloSports. Show Segments0:40 - It takes two to tango with Andy Hamilton. 1:00 - Kyle wastes zero time getting back...2023-09-011h 12
On The MatPoway H.S. (Calif.) head coach John Meyers - OTM669Joining the program today is Poway High School head wrestling coach John Meyers. Meyers took over the California powerhouse wrestling program in the spring of 2018 after the retirement of Hall of Fame coach Wayne Branstetter. Meyers was named the CIF coach of the Year in 2022. Join Kyle Klingman and Andy Hamilton as they talk about the world of wrestling on the flagship podcast of Trackwrestling.com from FloSports. Show Segments 0:34 - Andy Hamilton isn’t like The Ramones, he doesn’t want to be sedated.2:40 - Chuck Long was one of Andy’s early heroes...2023-08-191h 12
On The MatRecapping the NWCA Convention - OTM668After four days at the NWCA Convention in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Andy Hamilton is back with a report along with a handful of interviews. Some of the topics discussed in Florida were NIL, changing the season, a shift in the recruiting calendar as well as the growth of women’s wrestling. Some of the interviews we’ll break out in this episode are with Ohio State’s Tom Ryan, Iowa’s Clarissa Chun and NWCA Executive Director Mike Moyer. Join Kyle Klingman and Andy Hamilton as they talk about the world of wrestling on the flagship podcast of Trackwrestling.com from Flo...2023-08-071h 10
On The MatSean Hage of Georgia, 8-time champion at 16U and Junior Nationals - OTM667Eight-time 16U & Junior National Champion Sean Hage of Georgia goes On The Mat Sean Hage of Georgia is a unicorn in American wrestling. He won two 16U (then Cadet) championships and then won six Junior National Championships to become one of two wrestlers to ever become eight time champions in the event we now know as simply Fargo. Join Kyle Klingman and Andy Hamilton as they talk about the world of wrestling on the flagship podcast of Trackwrestling.com from FloSports. Show Segments 0:40...2023-07-131h 00
On The MatKayla Miracle, Olympian and two-time Senior world silver medalist - OTM666Olympian and two-time World silver medalist Kayla Miracle goes On The Mat Indiana native Kayla Miracle has been a steady competitor for Team USA going back to her days at the age-group levels. A two-time Senior world silver medalist, Miracle has represented the USA Wrestling at 12 (soon to be 13) times. That total includes 11 world championships and the 2020 Olympic Team in Tokyo. A four-time WCWA national champion at Campbellsville University, Miracle will be on her fourth Senior world team this coming September in Belgrade. Join Kyle Klingman and Andy Hamilton as they talk about the...2023-07-0559 min
On The MatJohn Hangey, Rider Head Coach and NCAA Wrestling Rules Committee Chair - OTM665Rider University head wrestling coach John Hangey goes On The MatRider University head coach and NCAA Wrestling Rules Committee Chair John Hangey joins the program to discuss some of the recent rule changes coming to college wrestling. He also gives a perspective from a mid-major position on the transfer portal and NIL. Rider University is a Division I program in Lawrenceville, New Jersey and prior to Hangey ascending to the head coaching position, the program was lead by the late Gary Taylor for almost 40 years . Join Kyle Klingman and Andy Hamilton as they...2023-06-271h 07
On The MatW.I.N. Magazine editor Mike Finn - OTM664W.I.N. Magazine editor Mike Finn goes On The Mat Longtime wrestling writer and W.I.N. Magazine editor Mike Finn joins Kyle Klingman and Andy Hamilton in-studio to discuss living arrangements, Final X and general wrestling topics. Join Kyle Klingman and Andy Hamilton as they talk about the world of wrestling on the flagship podcast of Trackwrestling.com from FloSports. Show Segments 0:30 - Andy’s gone from butter to honey.0:45 - Mike and Andy were neighbors for a very long time. 2:35 - Discussing the Final X format.4:00...2023-06-0940 min
On The MatOvercomer Richard Perry set to receive Hall of Fame's Medal of Courage - OTM663Hall of Fame Medal of Courage recipient and former U.S. National Team Member Richard Perry Connecticut native Richard Perry has had a trying five years, but before he suffered an accident at Camp Pendleton in California when the U.S. national team was there training, Perry was a member of the national team who had been rapidly improving. A multiple-time NCAA qualifier at Bloomsburg, Perry didn’t start wrestling until he was in his later years in high school and eventually turned into a formidable threat on the senior level. His well-documented recovery fr...2023-05-3158 min
On The MatTwo-time NCAA Champion Austin O'Connor of North Carolina - OTM660Two-time NCAA Champion Austin O’Connor of North Carolina North Carolina’s Austin O’Connor became just the second multiple-time NCAA wrestling champion in school history with his second championship earlier this March in Tulsa. O’Connor finished the season undefeated and was a Dan Hodge Trophy finalist. Join Kyle Klingman and Andy Hamilton as they talk about the world of wrestling on the flagship podcast of Trackwrestling.com from FloSports. Show Segments 0:35 - Hoops Hamilton. Is that a reference to One Crazy Summer?1:3...2023-03-281h 23
On The MatAward-winning wrestling broadcaster Shane Sparks of the Big Ten Network - OTM659Shane Sparks joins the show to talk about all things Tulsa. Join Kyle Klingman and Andy Hamilton as they talk about the world of wrestling on the flagship podcast of Trackwrestling.com from FloSports. Show Segments 0:30 - Hambone is the word for Andy.1:22 - There’s a TON of stuff to consume in the last few weeks. 2:00 - Andy breaks away from Kyle’s question to talk about the guys who were attacked by the bear earlier this year and how one of them did at NJCAAs.3:00 - Bi...2023-03-141h 11
On The MatU20 World Champion and four-time Iowa high school state champion Ben Kueter - OTM658Iowa football and wrestling commit Ben Kueter There’s a lot of buzz surrounding the dynamic Ben Kueter. An Iowa recruit for both football and wrestling, Kueter became the state’s 32nd four-time state champion on February 18. Kueter won the U20 (formerly known as Junior) World Championship back in August. Join Kyle Klingman and Andy Hamilton as they talk about the world of wrestling on the flagship podcast of Trackwrestling.com from FloSports. Show Segments 0:30 - Saddle sores for Andy. 1:00 - That first weekend in March is nuts. With a gallon or t...2023-02-2757 min
On The MatWorld Silver Medalist Adam Coon - OTM657Michigan native Adam Coon is back! After making a run at trying to hook up with an NFL team, the 2018 World Silver Medalist is coming back to wrestling full-time and training with the Cliff Keen Wrestling Club. The three-time All-American from Michigan joins the show this week. Join Kyle Klingman and Andy Hamilton as they talk about the world of wrestling on the flagship podcast of Trackwrestling.com from FloSports. Show Segments 0:30 - Kyle and Andy “The Muckety Muck” Hamilton. 0:50 - Kyle rants about situational comments.3:00 - How dare the NFL come up with...2023-02-131h 22
On The MatU.S Women's National Freestyle Coach Terry Steiner - OTM654U.S. Women’s National Team Coach Terry Steiner goes On The Mat
Terry Steiner has led USA Wrestling’s women’s program since its welcome into the Olympic family. Heading into next month’s World Cup in Coralville, Team USA has a shot to take on the juggernaut Japanese on home soil for the first time since the 2003 World Championships. Josh Schamberger of the Iowa City/Coralville Conventions and Visitors Bureau opens up the show as well. Join Kyle Klingman and Andy Hamilton as they talk about the world of wrestling on the flagship podcast of Trackwrestling.com from FloSp...2022-11-101h 15
On The MatWomen's freestyle world champion Dom Parrish - OTM652Newly crowed women’s freestyle world champion Dominique Parrish is this week’s guest. Parrish was a four-time WCWA All-American at Simon Fraser University in Burnaby, British Columbia. Parrish won gold at 53kg in Belgrade, Serbia after making her first Senior world team. She’s a native of Scotts Valley, California. Join Kyle Klingman and Andy Hamilton as they talk about the world of wrestling on the flagship podcast of Trackwrestling.com from FloSports. Show Segments 0:35 - Ice Ice Hamilton.1:15 - Kyle’s first memory of Dom Parrish was meeting her at an ice cream store in Color...2022-10-091h 06
On The MatDoug Brooker talks on his lifetime of producing wrestling for television - OTM649Doug Brooker has spent decades covering wrestling, but doing it behind a wall of monitors. A longtime producer, Brooker worked for Iowa Public Television for 30 years and was the go-to guy when it came to wrestling on television. Brooker also was on the ground floor with Big Ten Network’s wrestling broadcasts and he’s worked 10 Olympic Games, with seven of them involving wrestling. He’s also an avid baseball fan and has traveled the country seeing ballparks of all shapes and sizes. Join Kyle Klingman and Andy Hamilton as they talk about the world of wrestling on the flagship podcas...2022-08-231h 07
On The MatRecapping the summer events with Kyle and Andy - OTM648It’s been a while since Kyle and Andy sat down and hit record, but that’s just what they’ll do as they recap some of the summer happenings - the U17 World Championships, Junior & 16U Nationals and the NWCA Convention. Join Kyle Klingman and Andy Hamilton as they talk about the world of wrestling on the flagship podcast of Trackwrestling.com from FloSports. Show Segments
0:30 - Kyle throws out some surfing references for Andy.1:00 - The NWCA Convention.1:41 - Andy looks back at the themes and takeaways from the previous conventions.2:28 - Transfor...2022-08-0853 min
On The MatThink Iowa City's Josh Schamberger brings the Soldier Salute to Coralville's Xtream Arena - OTM646Think Iowa City President Josh Schamberger goes On The Mat
A new college wrestling tournament will hit the schedule in December as Soldier Salute will kick off just before New Year’s at Coralville, Iowa’s Xtreme Arena. The event is the brainchild of Josh Schamberger, the President of the Iowa City/Coralville Visitors & Conventions Bureau and a big-time fan of wrestling and wrestling events. Join Kyle Klingman and Andy Hamilton as they talk about the world of wrestling on the flagship podcast of Trackwrestling.com from FloSports. Show Segments
0:40 - Andy Hamilton looking for a side of...2022-05-161h 04
On The MatMichigan head coach Sean Bormet - OTM645Michigan’s Sean Bormet Sean Bormet goes On The Mat
Michigan head wrestling coach Sean Bormet is coming off a program-best second-place finish at the NCAA Division I Championships as the school capped it’s 100th season on the mats. Join Kyle Klingman and Andy Hamilton as they talk about the world of wrestling on the flagship podcast of Trackwrestling.com from FloSports. Show Segments
0:40 - Andy resembles a backpack, a good one, but a backpack nevertheless.1:30 - Shane Sparks is also a Beast. The engine doesn’t cool down.3:25 - Twitter is a loaded g...2022-04-261h 06
On The MatClackamas head coach Josh Rhoden goes On The Mat - OTM643Clackamas head coach Josh Rhoden goes On The Mat
Clackamas Community College in Oregon City, Oregon won its sixth NJCAA national wrestling championship a couple weeks ago in Council Bluffs, Iowa and head coach Josh Rhoden is on the program to talk about it. The title is the Cougars’ fourth in a row and fifth since 2011. The first national title was won back in 1971. Rhoden comes on the show to talk about the program, the performance and more. Join Kyle Klingman and Andy Hamilton as they talk about the world of wrestling on the flagship podcast of Trac...2022-03-151h 20
On The MatTwo-time NCAA Champion Travis Lee - OTM642Four-time All-American and two-time NCAA Division I Champion Travis Lee joins Andy Hamilton and Kyle Klingman on the latest episode of On The Mat. Lee became the first Hawaiian to become an All-American at the NCAA Division I level when he finished seventh in Albany in 2002. In 2003 in Kansas City, he one-upped himself, becoming the first Hawaiian to win an NCAA Division I title. In high school, Lee made history and prevented history at the same time when he became the first wrestler from his state to win a USA Wrestling Cadet or Junior title in any style...2022-02-181h 00
On The MatEric Juergens goes On The Mat - OTM640Eric Juergens goes On The Mat
Eric Juergens was a four-time All-American and two-time NCAA champion for the University of Iowa from 1998-2001. Juergens is the co-owner of Young Guns, which has locations in Pennsylvania and Iowa. Juergens handles the Midwest location while former teammate John Strittmatter coordinates things in Pennsylvania. Juergens tells some stories about his time in Iowa as well. Join Kyle Klingman and Andy Hamilton as they talk about the world of wrestling on the flagship podcast of Trackwrestling.com from FloSports. 0:40 - Andy Hamilton has some famous friends you’ve never heard of.1:00 - Kyle...2022-01-181h 39
On The MatKhash Saghafi goes On The Mat - OTM638Khash Saghafi goes On The Mat
Khash Saghafi joins Kyle Klingman and Andy Hamilton as On The Mat returns now that the college wrestling season is here. Saghafi is currently the President of Liberty Home Mortgage in Ohio, but he was a former wrestler at Oklahoma State. Kyle’s been wanting to get Khash on the show for a while. Listen and find out why Saghafi insists on refusing to settle. Join Kyle Klingman and Andy Hamilton as they talk about the world of wrestling on the flagship podcast of Trackwrestling.com from FloSports. Show Segmen...2021-12-021h 35
On The MatPurdue assistant coach Leroy Vega goes On The Mat - OTM637Indiana native Leroy Vega as an animal on the mat as a four-time NCAA Division I qualifier and three-time All-American at the University of Minnesota. Vega had a couple of short coaching stops before landing at Purdue a couple seasons ago as the volunteer assistant for coach Tony Ersland.
Join Kyle Klingman and Andy Hamilton as they talk about the world of wrestling on the flagship podcast of Trackwrestling.com, part of FloSports.Show Segments
0:38 - Pride of the Yankees, Andy Hamilton.1:00 - Previewing the guest, Leroy Vega and what that Minnesota move to the top did for...2021-09-2743 min
On The MatU.S. National men's freestyle coach Bill Zadick - OTM635U.S. National Men’s Freestyle Coach Bill Zadick
Bill Zadick, recent inductee into the National Wrestling Hall of Fame and the current U.S. National Men’s Freestyle Coach, will come On The Mat to talk about the Olympic Games and the upcoming U.S. World Team Trials, which are set for Lincoln, Nebraska on September 11-12, 2021.
Join Kyle Klingman and Andy Hamilton as they talk about the world of wrestling on the flagship podcast of Trackwrestling.com, part of FloSports.Show Segments
0:36 - The Green Machine!1:33 - Kyle’s top event live was the 2017 World Team T...2021-08-251h 08
On The MatAndy Hamilton recaps the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games - OTM634Andy Hamilton is back from Tokyo
The only guest that matters this week is co-host Andy Hamilton. It’ll be a full Tokyo breakdown as Andy’s back from Japan and the Olympic Games.
Join Kyle Klingman and Andy Hamilton as they talk about the world of wrestling on the flagship podcast of Trackwrestling.com, part of FloSports.Show Segments
0:34 - The Samurai Warrior1:10 - Kyle Klingman breaks down how Cliff Keen, the coach, had a vision for RTCs back in 1948.2:40 - Kyle Klingman was catching the action from Stillwater on assignment.3:50 - How Kyle Dake...2021-08-171h 15
On The MatNew Bellarmine head wrestling coach Ned Shuck - OTM633Ned Shuck goes On The Mat
The newest head coach to be hired in Division I is Ned Shuck at Bellarmine University in Louisville, Kentucky. Shuck was most recently at Army West Point as an assistant coach under Kevin Ward. Prior to that, Shuck was a Division III head coach at UW-Whitewater and Heidelberg after a wrestling career at Iowa. Join Kyle Klingman and Andy Hamilton as they talk about the world of wrestling on the flagship podcast of Trackwrestling.com, part of FloSports.Show Segments
0:45 - We’re back with the singular, possessive one, Andy Hamilt...2021-07-121h 07
On The MatOlympic Trials finalist Joey McKenna of the Pennsylvania RTC - OTM632Joey McKenna goes On The MatJoey McKenna’s had an up-and-down path through senior-level wrestling. From reaching Final X to not qualifying for the World Team Trials to reaching the Olympic Trials finals, he’s got an interesting path. A three-time NCAA All-American at Stanford and Ohio State, McKenna now represents the Pennsylvania RTC. Join Kyle Klingman and Andy Hamilton as they talk about the world of wrestling on the flagship podcast of Trackwrestling.com. Show Segments
0:32 - 232 Andy Hamilton, what does that ACTUALLY mean?1:00 - Quick preview of Joey McKenna on the sugges...2021-04-2254 min
On The MatNorth Carolina head coach Coleman Scott - OTM631North Carolina head coach Coleman Scott goes On The Mat
Coleman Scott was a four-time All-American at Oklahoma State and a 2012 Olympic bronze medalist in London. In 2021, he coached his first individual champion at North Carolina as Austin O’Connor won the 149-pound title, becoming the Tar Heels first NCAA champion since 1995. Join Kyle Klingman and Andy Hamilton as they talk about the world of wrestling on the flagship podcast of Trackwrestling.com. Show Segments
0:35 - Andy rocks a Costanza (not Costanzo) wallet. 0:51 - Kyle literally got choked up - and you WILL hear about...2021-04-101h 26
On The MatOvercomer Training Center's Mark Fong and Minnesota's three-time All-American Mack Reiter - OTM626Mark Fong and Mack Reiter will go On The Mat. Fong is a high school coach in Connecticut and is starting the Overcomer Training Center in Middletown. The connection there is Fong was Richard Perry’s high school coach. Perry suffered a life-altering injury while training in the run up to the 2018 World Championships. Don Bosco graduate and Minnesota three-time All-American Mack Reiter also joins the show. He talks a lot, so he’ll be entertaining. Join Kyle Klingman and Andy Hamilton as they talk about the world of wrestling on the flagship podcast of Trackwrestling.com. Show Segm...2021-01-231h 28
On The MatMichigan head coach Sean Bormet - OTM622Michigan head wrestling coach Sean Bormet goes On The Mat
Sean Bormet, the head wrestling coach at the University of Michigan, is the latest guest On The Mat. Bormet will talk about his ascension to the head coaching ranks, the success of the Cliff Keen Wrestling Club and more on this episode. On The Mat is presented by Cliff Keen Athletic. Join Kyle Klingman and Andy Hamilton as they talk about the world of wrestling on the flagship podcast of Trackwrestling.com. Show Segments
0:50 - Andy’s nickname is overblown.
1:00 - Kyle is still obsessed with Sacred Hea...2020-12-151h 02
On The MatPenn head wrestling coach Roger Reina - OTM621Penn head coach Roger Reina goes On The Mat
Roger Reina, in his second stint as the head wrestling coach at Penn, joins the show to talk about the state of his program, Ivy League wrestling and topics relevant to the Pennsylvania RTC (and more). On The Mat is presented by Cliff Keen Athletic. Join Kyle Klingman and Andy Hamilton as they talk about the world of wrestling on the flagship podcast of Trackwrestling.com. Show Segments
0:50 - Shimmy Shamrock Shake, Please.
1:30 - Kyle Klingman’s addendum regarding Sacred Heart.
9:22 - Questions we can’t answer. There are no a...2020-12-0854 min
On The MatPrinceton All-American Matthew Kolodzik - OTM617Four-time All-American Matt Kolodzik goes On The Mat
Princeton’s first four-time wrestling All-American, Matthew Kolodzik, will go On The Mat to talk about his upcoming battle with Pat Lugo at the Hawkeye Wrestling Club Showdown Open on November 1. An Ohio native, Kolodzik wrestled at prep powerhouse Blair Academy in New Jersey before enrolling at Princeton. Join Kyle Klingman and Andy Hamilton On The Mat, the flagship podcast of Trackwrestling.com. Show Segments
0:45 - Kentucky Derby vagrancy questions and Andy’s at a loss for words
1:50 - Kyle loves hypotheticals. Comparing eras. 9:40 - Evolution of sports and access.
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On The MatWrestling Insider Newsmagazine's Mike Finn goes On The Mat - OTM616Longtime editor of Wrestling Insider Newsmagazine Mike Finn comes back On The Mat. Finn’s covered the sport for decades and provides one of the sharpest beards in all of wrestling. Join Kyle Klingman and Andy Hamilton On The Mat, the flagship podcast of Trackwrestling.com. Show Segments
0:45 - Still with the horses - Wrestling’s Seabiscuit Andy Hamilton.
1:33 - Will Burroughs compete through 2024?
9:40 - Talking about the Hawkeye Wrestling Club Showdown Open.
14:00 - Andy covered Iowa forever, now he’s helping put on an event.
16:00 - Got some events coming up on Trackwrestling2020-09-2853 min
On The MatNorthern Colorado head coach Troy Nickerson - OTM614On The Mat returns as Kyle and Andy talk with Northern Colorado head wrestling coach Troy Nickerson. A New York native, Nickerson was an NCAA champion and a four-time Division I All-American at Cornell University in Ithaca, New York. He’s entering his sixth season at the helm in Greeley. Join Kyle Klingman and Andy Hamilton On The Mat, the flagship podcast of Trackwrestling.com. Show Segments
0:45 - Andy is THE COMMISH
2:00 - Hamilton Highlight Reel
3:30 - Bell cow is the theme for the year
4:00 - Who are wrestling’s celebrities? How do we plug in o...2020-09-071h 25
On The MatNASCAR Truck Series Driver Derek Kraus - OTM613NASCAR Trucks Series driver and high school wrestler Derek Kraus goes On The Mat
Sitting 11th in NASCAR’s Gander RV & Outdoor Truck Series, Stratford, Wisconsin native Derek Kraus is on the playoff bubble this season. A recent high school graduate, Kraus wrestled and trained with age-group world champion Macey Kilty and has deep wrestling roots. Join Kyle Klingman and Andy Hamilton On The Mat, the flagship podcast of Trackwrestling.com. Show Segments
0:48 - Andy “The Deer Jerky” Hamilton
1:03 - Who is Derek Kraus?
1:56 - What is the NASCAR culture like?
9:30 - Kyle’s perceived interest...2020-08-2348 min
On The MatAnthony Holman, NCAA Managing Director of Championships - OTM612With wrestling’s start date looking more and more like January 1, the NCAA’s Director of Championships, Anthony Holman, rejoins the show to talk about what is going to happen with wrestling at the college level, specifically NCAA Division I amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Join Kyle Klingman and Andy Hamilton On The Mat, the flagship podcast of Trackwrestling.com. Show Segments
0:30 - Andy “Air” Hamilton and why Kyle’s feeling great.
4:40 - Kyle actually wanted Gable and Iowa to lose and his affinity for John Smith.
8:40 - The What I Learned From series on Trackwrestling.
10:40 - Looki...2020-08-1559 min
On The MatNWCA Executive Director Mike Moyer and Trackwrestling founder Justin Tritz - OTM606NWCA Executive Director Mike Moyer and Trackwrestling founder Justin Tritz go On The MatMike Moyer, the Executive Director of the National Wrestling Coaches Association, will kick off Episode 606 of On The Mat with Kyle and Andy. The second guest is Trackwrestling founder Justin Tritz, who recently announced he was leaving the main part of the company to focus on some new technology avenues tied to wrestling. Join Andy Hamilton and Kyle Klingman as they talk to our guest and topics related to the recent happenings in and around wrestling.Show Segments0:25 - Ice Cream...2020-04-141h 26
On The MatOhio State's Tom Ryan and McKendree's Sam Schmitz - OTM605Ohio State head coach Tom Ryan and McKendree women’s head coach Sam Schmitz go On The MatOhio State head wrestling coach Tom Ryan and McKendree women’s head wrestling coach Sam Schmitz will double up on the 605th installment of On The Mat. Join Andy Hamilton and Kyle Klingman as they talk to our guest and topics related to the recent happenings in and around wrestling.Show Segments0:30 - The Splendid Splinter Andy Hamilton.1:00 - Resurrecting a women’s wrestling discussion.4:26 - Scott Beck, on the wrestling bucket list of listeners. 1...2020-03-291h 18
On The MatArmy West Point Head Coach Kevin Ward - OTM602Army West Point head coach Kevin Ward returns to On The Mat
Army West Point won its fourth straight dual over rival Navy to close out the season. A giant part of the Black Knights success has been head coach Kevin Ward. Army West Point ends the season ranked 17th, its highest since 1994. Join Andy Hamilton and Kyle Klingman as they talk to our guest and topics related to the recent happenings in and around wrestling.Show Segments1:20 - Andy’s a birthday boy and he wants a pony.
1:50 - Andy is the only person from Williams, Iowa t...2020-02-281h 13
On The MatSpartan Race's Joe De Sena and NCAA Managing Director of Championships Anthony Holman - OTM601NCAA Managing Director of Championships Anthony Holman and Spartan Race’s Joe De Sena Go On The MatAnthony Holman, the NCAA’s Managing Director of Championships and Joe De Sena, the man behind the Spartan Race will go On The Mat this week. Holman will touch on topics related to the upcoming 2020 NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships at U.S. Bank Stadium, while De Sena is tied to wrestling in a couple of different areas and will be a guest at the Trackwrestling/JROB kickoff party on Wednesday night prior to the championships. Join Andy Hamilton and Kyle Klin...2020-02-211h 22
On The MatRider head wrestling coach John Hangey - OTM599Rider head coach John Hangey goes On The MatWrestling in New Jersey at the college level has picked up with the rapid rise of Princeton and Rutgers, but prior to those programs getting the love, Rider University in Lawrenceville, New Jersey was putting All-Americans on the podium at the NCAA championships. After decades of Gary Taylor leading the way, John Hangey is piloting his alma mater. Already with a win over Minnesota this season, Rider is making sure the rest of the wrestling world knows they're not going anywhere. Join Kyle Klingman and Andy Hamilton as they talk...2020-02-101h 16
On The MatNorthern Iowa head coach Doug Schwab - OTM598Northern Iowa head coach Doug Schwab goes On The MatNorthern Iowa head wrestling coach Doug Schwab goes On The Mat this week. Schwab, an Iowa native, was a three-time All-American at the University of Iowa and won the 141-pound individual title as a sophomore in 1999. He's currently in his 10th season at the helm in Cedar Falls. Doug was a 2007 men's freestyle U.S. World Team member and a 2008 Olympian. Join Kyle Klingman and Andy Hamilton as they talk wrestling from around the globe each week via Trackwrestling's flagship podcast, On The Mat. Show Segments2020-01-311h 10
On The MatDan Gable goes On The Mat - OTM597Dan Gable goes On The MatDan Gable returns to On The Mat. He's won a lot of stuff. Join Kyle Klingman and Andy Hamilton as they talk wrestling from around the globe each week via Trackwrestling's flagship podcast, On The Mat. Show Segments0:34 - Daily Warrior Andy Hamilton. Kyle loves Smoothie King.1:30 - Did you know Dan Gable is a goofball?4:45 - Mailbag time8:00 - Still coming down from National Duals11:00 - How would non-D1 teams do against D1 teams?15:00 - Kyle still wants to wrestle Jason Bryant. (No...2020-01-241h 16
On The MatNWCA Executive Director Mike Moyer - OTM596NWCA Executive Director Mike MoyerOn The Mat returns for the year 2020 as today's guest is the Executive Director of the National Wrestling Coaches Association Mike Moyer. Coming off the NWCA Multi-Division National Dual Meet Championships, Moyer will talk about the growth of the event, the organization as well as relevant topics in the growth of wrestling. Join Kyle Klingman and Andy Hamilton as they talk wrestling from around the globe each week via Trackwrestling's flagship podcast, On The Mat. Show Segments0:34 - The Blue Horse Andy Hamilton2:25 - Kyle is still buzzing about...2020-01-171h 03
On The MatNorthern Colorado head coach Troy Nickerson - OTM594Northern Colorado head coach Troy Nickerson joins On The MatTroy Nickerson, a four-time All-American and 2009 NCAA champion at Cornell, currently leads the Bears of the University of Northern Colorado. He'll come On The Mat this week, his first appearance on the show since June 2014. Join Andy Hamilton and Kyle Klingman as they talk to our guest and topics related to the recent happenings in and around wrestling.Show Segments0:30 - Andy is glue, Kyle is beastmode1:30 - Andy didn't know the rule on how to order at Pat's, so he's going to Geno's...2019-12-181h 08
On The Mat2008 Olympian Andy Hrovat's unique perspective on Russian wrestling - OTM593Olympian Andy Hrovat joins On The MatAndy Hrovat, a multiple-time All-American at Michigan and U.S. World Team and Olympic Team member, joins On The Mat this week to lend his insight to the Russian wrestling system and the potential impact the recent WADA recommendation might have on Russia moving forward. Join Andy Hamilton and Kyle Klingman as they talk to our guest and topics related to the recent happenings in and around wrestling.[powerpress]Show Segments0:30 - Is tangled bowl of spaghetti a compliment?1:00 - Right into the rankings chatter...2019-12-111h 13
On The MatPresbyterian College Director of Wrestling Mark Cody - OTM592Presbyterian head coach Mark Cody joins On The MatMark Cody, the Director of Wrestling and the head men's wrestling coach at the new program at Presbyterian College comes on the show to talk about his new position and post in South Carolina. Join Andy Hamilton and Kyle Klingman as they talk to our guest and topics related to the recent happenings in and around wrestling.Show Segments0:25 - The Natural was Roy Hobbs0:35 - Kyle insists its a two-team race2:00 - Andy calls shenanigans on Kyle's memory3:15 - Kyle is undefeated...2019-12-031h 17
On The MatArizona State assistant coach Chris Pendleton - OTM591Arizona State assistant coach Chris Pendleton joins On The MatArizona State assistant coach and two-time NCAA champion Chris Pendelton joins On The Mat to talk about his competitive career, his coaching career and the things going on in Tempe. Join Andy Hamilton and Kyle Klingman as they talk to our guest and topics related to the recent happenings in and around wrestling.Show Segments0:25 - Andy Hamilton doesn't think eskimos would like Hawaii2:00 - Mailbag item from Junior High coach2:53 - Comments on Terry Steiner's opinion of moving to freestyle5:00...2019-11-261h 13
On The MatGary Abbott, USA Wrestling Director of Communications and 2020 National Wrestling Hall of Fame Inductee - OTM589USA Wrestling's Gary Abbott goes On The MatFor over 30 years, Gary Abbott has worked at USA Wrestling in Communications. As the Director of Communications and Special Projects, Abbott has overseen media relations for the company since it was based in Oklahoma. In 2020, Abbott will be honored by the National Wrestling Hall of Fame and will receive the Order of Merit.Join Andy Hamilton and Kyle Klingman as they talk to our guest and topics related to the recent happenings in and around wrestling.Show Segments0:30 - Crash Davis Hamilton0:45 - Previewing...2019-11-111h 26
On The MatU23 World Team coaches Mike Zadick and Nicole Tyson - OTM588U23 World Team coaches Mike Zadick and Nicole Tyson go On The MatThe U23 World Championships are coming up in Budapest, Hungary and U.S. U23 World Team Coaches Mike Zadick and Nicole Tyson join the show to talk about it. Zadick was a three-time All-American at the University of Iowa and a 2006 world silver medalist, while Oklahoma City head women's coach Nicole (Woody) Tyson was a 2006 Junior world champion and two-time WCWA national champion. Join Andy Hamilton and Kyle Klingman as they talk to our guest and topics related to the recent happenings in and around...2019-10-261h 42
On The MatAlec Pantaleo and Jaydin Eierman, U23 World Teamers - OTM587Michigan alum Alec Pantaleo and Missouri's Jaydin Eierman go On The MatThree-time Alec Pantaleo of Michigan and two-time Jaydin Eierman of Missouri join the show this week to talk about their careers and their opportunity to represent Team USA at the U23 World Championships later this year in Budapest, Hungary. Eierman is taking an Olympic redshirt in 2019-20. Join Andy Hamilton and Kyle Klingman as they talk to our guest and topics related to the recent happenings in and around wrestling.Show Segments0:30 - Andy jumps the shark2:00 - Randy Lewis...2019-10-181h 15
On The MatMyles Amine, San Marino wrestling rep and three-time Michigan All-American - OTM585Michigan All-American and San Marino representative Myles AmineWhile a native of Michigan, three-time NCAA Division I All-American Myles Amine has been turning heads on the wrestling mat internationally. Representing the small European microstate of San Marino, Amine qualified the nation for the 2020 Olympic Games in wrestling by finishing fifth at the 2019 World Championships in Nur-Sultan, Kazakhstan.Find out what went into Amine's mission to represent San Marino, the dynamic of the Michigan room and the Cliff Keen Wrestling Club and the Amines proud wrestling legacy that dates back to the Olympic Games in the 1960s.2019-10-061h 11
On The MatTwo-time World Champion J'den Cox - OTM584On The Mat - J’den CoxTwo-time men's freestyle world champion J'den CoxJ'den Cox, a three-time NCAA champion, four-time All-American and two-time men's freestyle world champion talks with Kyle Klingman and Andy Hamilton about his performance at the World Championships and more. Join Andy Hamilton and Kyle Klingman as they talk to our guest and topics related to the recent happenings in and around wrestling.Show Segments0:24 - Hand sanitizer comes in handy0:56 - Barfing Gary works the entire day3:20 - Talking men's freestyle first11:20 - It's be...2019-09-301h 22
On The MatU.S. Men's Freestyle National Team Coach Bill Zadick - OTM583U.S. Men's Freestyle National Team Coach Bill ZadickBill Zadick, an NCAA champion from Iowa, a 2006 men's freestyle world champion and world championship coach for the U.S. men's freestyle team goes ON THE MAT. We're getting ready for Nur-Sultan and the 2019 World Championships Join Andy Hamilton and Kyle Klingman as they talk to our guest and topics related to the recent happenings in and around wrestling.Show Segments0:30 - Billy Hoyle of Wrestling Andrew Hamilton2:00 - Kyle falsely thinks Kirstie Alley Cheers is better than Shelly Long Cheers3:30 - Hey you...2019-09-071h 17
On The MatInterviews from World Team Camp in Colorado Springs: Yianni, Dake, Adeline, JB, Pat Smith - OTM582A Trip to Colorado Springs with Kyle and AndyRecapping a big trip to U.S. World Team training camp in Colorado Springs at the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Training Center. Joining Kyle and Andy on the show from training camp are Adeline Gray, Pat Smith, Kyle Dake, Yianni Diakomihalis and Jordan Burroughs. Join Andy Hamilton and Kyle Klingman as they talk to our guest and topics related to the recent happenings in and around wrestling.Show Segments0:30 - The Screaming Eagle Andy Hamilton and Kyle return1:10 - Cadet Worlds storytime7:11...2019-08-301h 28
On The MatOlympic champion Randy Lewis and Northwestern coach Matt Storniolo - OTM581On The Mat visits with Olympic champion Randy Lewis and Northwestern coach Matt StornioloKyle Klingman and Andy Hamilton return after a week off with On The Mat where a big point of discussion is Andy's trip to the NWCA Convention and talking about the topics discussed there. Olympic champion Randy Lewis and Northwestern head coach Matt Storniolo are also joining the show breaking down some of their thoughts on the developmental stages of wrestling as well as topics in college wrestling. Join Andy Hamilton and Kyle Klingman as they talk to our guest and topics related to...2019-08-091h 28
On The MatUSA Wrestling Developmental coaches Gary Mayabb, Kevin Jackson and Jessica Medina - OTM580On The Mat previews the Cadet World Championships with Gary Mayabb, Kevin Jackson and Jessica MedinaThe preparation is over and the tournament begins soon as this episode of On The Mat talks with the developmental coaches in all three styles - Jessica Medina, Kevin Jackson and Gary Mayabb heading into the Cadet World Championships in Bulgaria. Join Andy Hamilton and Kyle Klingman as they talk to our guest and topics related to the recent happenings in and around wrestling.Show Segments0:30 - Andy hates Pizza Hut1:30 - Andy hates paper, too3:00...2019-07-271h 47
On The MatUSA Wrestling Executive Director Rich Bender - OTM579USA Wrestling Executive Director Rich Bender Goes On The MatUSA Wrestling set an entry record at the 2019 Junior & U16 National Championships this week. Coming on the show to talk about Fargo and all things associated with the upcoming World Championships is Rich Bender, the longtime executive director at USA Wrestling. Join Andy Hamilton and Kyle Klingman as they talk to our guest and topics related to the recent happenings in and around wrestling.Show Segments0:25 - Andy "The Russian Lion" Hamilton.1:00 - Getting jacked for the Cadet Worlds (or the Green Tea smoothies)2019-07-191h 24
On The MatU.S. Men's Freestyle World Teamer Tyler Graff - OTM577On The Mat with U.S. men's freestyle World Teamer Tyler GraffTyler Graff joins the show to talk about his first World Team berth at age 30, while Andy Hamilton is on location at training camp in Colorado Springs. Join Andy Hamilton and Kyle Klingman as they talk to our guest and topics related to the recent happenings in and around wrestling.Show Segments0:36 - Andy is in Colorado Springs, and he's a sponge.1:50 - Andy gets wrung out3:20 - Brandon Bradley from Nebraska Wesleyan gets this week's shout out6:45 - Great...2019-07-081h 06
On The MatU.S. Women's National Team Coach Terry Steiner - OTM576On The Mat with U.S. Women's National Team Coach Terry SteinerTerry Steiner, longtime U.S. Women's National Team Coach, joins On The Mat. Join Andy Hamilton and Kyle Klingman as they talk to our guest and topics related to the recent happenings in and around wrestling.Show Segments0:39 - Andy's Hungarian jacket distracts Kyle right off the bat2:10 - Mailbag is empty, but what was the nickname?3:30 - Show shout outs, a new segment6:45 - Clydesdale eh? 6:55 - Junior Duals recap13:13 - Analytics, PDI and more discussion on...2019-06-291h 24On The MatAge-group world teamers Richie Figueroa and Aaron Brooks - OTM573World Team members Richie Figueroa and Aaron Brooks go On The MatA pair of World Team members in freestyle will go ON THE MAT this week as they prepare for the UWW Cadet and Junior World Championships later this summer. Cadet Richie Figueroa and Junior Aaron Brooks are on the show. Join Andy Hamilton and Kyle Klingman as they talk to our guest and topics related to the recent happenings in and around wrestling.Show Segments0:38 - Jewel Junction - the worst segue in the history of the show1:44 - Cadet & Junior World...2019-06-101h 04
On The MatWorld silver medalist and two-time Olympian Kerry McCoy - OTM571Two-time Olympian, World silver medalist and former Maryland head coach Kerry McCoy goes On The MatKerry McCoy, a dominant three-time All-American and two-time NCAA champion joins On The Mat this week. McCoy recently stepped down as the head coach at the University of Maryland. A New York native, McCoy was an Olympian in 2000 and 2004 as well as a 2003 World silver medalist. Join Andy Hamilton and Kyle Klingman as they talk to our guest and topics related to the recent happenings in and around wrestling.Show Segments0:32 - The Navigator, Andy Hamilton0:40 - Recapping...2019-05-251h 34
On The MatU.S. Open Champion Cody Brewer & Ocean Springs H.S. (Miss.) coach Jay Snow - OTM569U.S. Open champion and four-time All-American Cody Brewer goes On The MatNew Virginia Tech assistant coach, four-time NCAA wrestling All-American, 2015 NCAA champion, and recent U.S. Open champion Cody Brewer is next up On The Mat. Jay Snow, the coach of Mississippi's lone high school team, Ocean Springs, also joins the program. Join Andy Hamilton and Kyle Klingman as they talk to our guests and topics related to the recent happenings in and around wrestling. Show Segments0:30 - Andrew "Excalibur" Hamilton.0:45 - Tracking down Jay Snow, the coach of the only H.S. wrestling program i...2019-05-121h 18
On The MatNCAA champion and Clovis H.S. assistant Adam Tirapelle talks wrestling and NCAA brackets - OTM564National champion and Clovis H.S. assistant coach Adam TirapellePast 2001 NCAA champion Adam Tirapelle, an Illinois alum, joins On The Mat with Kyle Klingman and Andy Hamilton. Tirapelle coaches high school wrestling with his father Steve at California powerhouse Clovis.Show Segments0:22 - Welcome 1:00 - Andy talks about the past Big Ten championships3:45 - Going back to 20016:20 - Adam Tirapelle, one of the brightest minds in wrestling.7:20 - Live mailbag items - Scott Honecker and Mike DeRoehn.11:00 - Livestock shows?13:00 - The Bull looking strong14:30 - Checking...2019-03-171h 19
On The MatWorld & Olympic champion Kevin Jackson of USA Wrestling - OTM562World & Olympic champion Kevin Jackson goes On The MatKevin Jackson, a World and Olympic champion, will go On The Mat with hosts Andy Hamilton and Kyle Klingman. Jackson is currently USA Wrestling's Developmental freestyle coach in Colorado Springs. He'll talk about a number of subjects, including what weight we'll see J'den Cox during the 2020 Olympic Trials.Show Segments0:30 - Birthday Boy.1:33 - MAILBAG: Aaron Sweazy found the only wrestling coach in Mississippi.2:35 - Iowa vs. Oklahoma State.5:00 - Previewing Kevin Jackson7:00 - Andy Hamilton's journey in wrestling: Who are the...2019-03-041h 11
On The MatOklahoma State head coach John Smith - OTM561Oklahoma State head wrestling coach John Smith goes On The MatOklahoma State head wrestling coach John Smith is next up On The Mat with Andy Hamilton and Kyle Klingman. Coach Smith and his Cowboys are set to host Iowa in both team's dual-meet finale at Gallagher-Iba Arena. Harvard wrestling alum Scott Beck, father of Hawkeye WC member Michaela Beck, also calls in for a live mailbag.Show Segments0:42 - He's not ... Stephen Bloom5:53 - The two greatest legacies in college wrestling. Let's discuss7:00 - Live mailbag from Scott Beck of New York2019-02-221h 32
On The MatVirginia Tech head coach Tony Robie - OTM560Virginia Tech head wrestling coach Tony Robie goes On The MatVirginia Tech head wrestling coach Tony Robie is next up On The Mat with Andy Hamilton and Kyle Klingman. Show Segments0:30 - Welcome to the show with Andy "The Snowblower" Hamilton2:00 - What's been the highlight dual of the year?5:00 - The dangerous Bo Nickal and what do you think of as dangerous?8:20 - Is danger meaning pinning?8:55 - What is your suggestion to become a fan of international wrestling?13:10 - Do you know who Sadulaev is?16:00...2019-02-161h 06
On The MatCampbell head wrestling coach Cary Kolat - OTM559Campbell head wrestling coach Cary Kolat goes On The MatCampbell head wrestling coach Cary Kolat is next up On The Mat with Andy Hamilton and Kyle Klingman. We also have a new Kasper's Korner segment on the show. Show Segments1:50 - The Mailbag, featuring The Swayz8:15 - Giving and taking away points13:30 - We do like dual meets17:55 - Kasper's Korner26:30 - Recapping the Korner27:55 - Iowa State's turnaround31:45 - Nick Corey's piece on Penn State35:40 - Cary Kolat Interview “On the Mat" is a pr...2019-02-091h 10
On The MatPittsburgh head wrestling coach Keith Gavin - OTM558Pittsburgh head wrestling coach Keith Gavin goes On The MatSecond-year Pittsburgh head coach Keith Gavin is the guest on this episode of On The Mat. Gavin was a two-time All-American as an athlete at Pittsburgh and an NCAA champion his senior year. Pittsburgh is the host school for the 2019 NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships.Show Segments0:40 - Kyle is disappointed in Andy for not revealing the similarities between Henry VIII and Jason Bryant.4:00 - The Mailbag - College Wrestling vs. Freestyle Wrestling rules11:00 - Klingman-ruled wrestling universe12:30 - The rules were...2019-02-021h 09
On The MatLA Rams Offensive Lineman and past Iowa state champion Austin Blythe - OTM557LA Rams OL Austin Blythe goes On The MatKyle Klingman and Andy Hamilton talk with Duke assistant and two-time All-American Jacob Kasper with a new Kasper's Corner segment. Former Iowa three-time high school state wrestling champion and current LA Rams offensive lineman Austin Blythe. Kasper is in his first season on the coaching staff at his alma mater, while Blythe is a starting OL for the NFC champion Los Angeles Rams. Show Segments0:35 - Andy "The Owl" Hamilton. 2:30 - The one fall wins a dual conundrum8:00 - That dual between Cael and...2019-01-271h 09
On The MatIowa head coach Tom Brands - OTM556Iowa head wrestling coach Tom Brands goes On The MatKyle Klingman and Andy Hamilton talk with Iowa head wrestling coach Tom Brands on a number of topics, including injuries, the NCAA relaxing hardship waiver requirements. Brands also talks about individuals with the program and the process of recruiting as well. Show Segments0:45 - A country boy can survive2:00 - Previewing Tom Brands and the Iowa team outlook2:30 - Bob Bowlsby Recap and Feedback3:00 - Where's the disconnect with college and freestyle? Doug Blubaugh stories5:38 - Scott Beck Feedback & women in...2019-01-181h 31
On The MatBig 12 Commissioner Bob Bowlsby - OTM555Big 12 Commissioner Bob Bowlsby goes On The MatKyle Klingman and Andy Hamilton talk with Big 12 Commissioner Bob Bowlsby. “On the Mat" is a presentation of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame Dan Gable Museum and is hosted by the Director of the Dan Gable Museum, Kyle Klingman, and Trackwrestling Content Manager Andy Hamilton.Subscribe to On The Mat and listen anytimeApple Podcasts: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/on-mat-by-national-wrestling/id968091220?mt=2&uo=4&at=11ly5X Stitcher Radio: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=61304&refid=stpr Spreaker http://www.sp...2019-01-121h 13
On The MatWorld Champion, Olympic bronze medalist and UWW Vice President Stan Dziedzic - OTM546World champion and UWW Vice President Stan DziedzicWorld champion, Olympic bronze medalist and UWW Vice President Stan Dziedzic goes On The Mat as we prepare for the 2018 Wrestling World Championships in Budapest.Show Segments0:35 - Why will Andy Hamilton get great sleep in Budapest?2:30 - High school coach in Kansas will implement the PDI this year.4:20 - Ask Andy Segment.6:30 - Throwback to the Paris orange juice from 2017.9:15 - Answering the question.13:54 - Helen Maroulis wins the spot17:45 - Seeding 33. Good thing or bad thing?22:30 - Final...2018-10-141h 29
On The MatWorld team members James Green and Jacarra Winchester - OTM543World medalist James Green and women's freestyle world teamer Jacarra WinchesterMultiple-time men's freestyle world teamer and two-time medalist James Green joins first-time women's world teamer Jacarra Winchester on the latest episode of On The Mat.Show Segments0:30 - Andy Hamilton's travel woes from Slovakia2:10 - Mekhi Lewis in only his THIRD freestyle tournament wins gold8:00 - Looking at the expectations from Team USA from the year previous9:40 - Who's on the show today? 11:20 - The Russian gift in 2017. 13:25 - Point Differential at 174 pounds.22:31 - Remembering Mike Milkovich and...2018-09-301h 20
On The MatOn The Mat on location in Trnava, Slovakia with Andy Hamilton & Jason Bryant - OTM542On location in Slovakia at Junior Worlds with Jason Bryant and Andy HamiltonAndy Hamilton and Jason Bryant are in Trnava, Slovakia working different roles at the 2018 Junior World Wrestling Championships. Jason and Andy will talk about the city, the Greco performance, what the women saw in the early going and what to expect from the freestyle side of things and we talk about various topics about the growth of international wrestling and some of the features Andy's written on Trackwrestling.com. “On the Mat" is a presentation of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame Dan Ga...2018-09-2048 min
On The MatRudis Managing Partner and President Jesse Leng - OTM532Rudis' Managing Partner and President Jesse Leng goes ON THE MAT Jesse Leng, the Managing Partner and President of Rudis joins Kyle Klingman and Andy Hamilton for the latest episode of On The Mat. Show Segments 1:00 - Strong, Focused and Energized about the Cadet Worlds 6:30 - Are we doing the right things to keep wrestling around? 13:30 - Watching the stars wrestle live. 20:00 - Making the sport more professional. 23:00 - Jesse Leng Conversation “On the Mat" is a presentation of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame Dan Gable Museum and is hosted by the Director of the Dan Gable Museum, Kyle Kl...2018-07-061h 07
On The MatU.S. World Cup team member Kyle Dake - OTM520Kyle Dake goes ON THE MAT Kyle Dake, member of the World Cup Champion U.S. freestyle wrestling team will join On The Mat this week. “On the Mat" is a presentation of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame Dan Gable Museum and is hosted by the Director of the Dan Gable Museum, Kyle Klingman, and Trackwrestling Content Manager Andy Hamilton. Subscribe to On The Mat and listen anytime Apple Podcasts | Stitcher Radio | Spreaker | Spotify | iHeartRadio | Google Play Music | RSS JOIN THE TEAM And if you're a fan of the extensive and broad-based reach of the shows on the Mat Talk Podca...2018-04-1349 min
On The MatBill Zadick, Jordan Burroughs and David Taylor preview the World Cup - OTM519On The Mat World Cup Preview with Bill Zadick, Jordan Burroughs and David Taylor U.S. National freestyle coach Bill Zadick visits with Kyle Klingman and Andy Hamilton to preview the World Cup, while the pair also catch up with Jordan Burroughs and David Taylor. “On the Mat" is a presentation of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame Dan Gable Museum and is hosted by the Director of the Dan Gable Museum, Kyle Klingman, and Trackwrestling Content Manager Andy Hamilton. Subscribe to On The Mat and listen anytime Apple Podcasts | Stitcher Radio | Spreaker | iHeartRadio | Google Play Music | RSS JOIN THE TEAM And i...2018-04-051h 28
On The MatRetired Wisconsin head coach and Olympic silver medalist Barry Davis - OTM518Retired Wisconsin head coach Barry Davis goes ‘On the Mat’ After 25 seasons, Wisconsin head coach Barry Davis announced he was stepping down from the position. Barry comes into the National Wrestling Hall of Fame Dan Gable Museum for a special Facebook Live recording with hosts Kyle Klingman and “On the Mat" is a presentation of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame Dan Gable Museum and is hosted by the Director of the Dan Gable Museum, Kyle Klingman, and Trackwrestling Content Manager Andy Hamilton. Subscribe to On The Mat and listen anytime Apple Podcasts | Stitcher Radio | Spreaker | iHeartRadio | Google Play Music | RSS JOIN THE...2018-03-2845 minOn The MatRecapping the 2018 NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships - OTM517‘On the Mat’ recaps the NCAAs with hosts Kyle Klingman and Andy Hamilton No studio guest this week as hosts Kyle Klingman and Andy Hamilton recap the 2018 NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships that were held at Quicken Loans Arena in Cleveland. “On the Mat" is a presentation of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame Dan Gable Museum and is hosted by the Director of the Dan Gable Museum, Kyle Klingman, and Trackwrestling Content Manager Andy Hamilton. Subscribe to On The Mat and listen anytime Apple Podcasts | Stitcher Radio | Spreaker | iHeartRadio | Google Play Music | RSS JOIN THE TEAM And if you're a fan of the e...2018-03-2350 minOn The MatCoaches Zeke Jones, Teague Moore, Chris Bono and Troy Steiner from the NCAA Championships - OTM516‘On the Mat’ is on the road this week This week’s edition of “On the Mat” features interviews from the NCAA Division I Championships on the day before competition. Join Kyle Klingman and Andy Hamilton as they talk with Teague Moore of American, Zeke Jones of American, Chris Bono of South Dakota State and Troy Steiner of Fresno State. “On the Mat" is a presentation of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame Dan Gable Museum and is hosted by the Director of the Dan Gable Museum, Kyle Klingman, and Trackwrestling Content Manager Andy Hamilton. Subscribe to On The Mat and listen a...2018-03-141h 07On The MatOTM494: W.I.N. Magazine's Mike Finn and Trackwrestling's Andy Hamilton in studioAndy Hamilton and Mike Finn to go ‘On the Mat’ this week Andy Hamilton of Trackwrestling.com and Mike Finn of Wrestling Insider Newsmagazine to go “On the Mat” on Wednesday, September 27. Hamilton and Finn will preview the upcoming wrestling seasons for Iowa State, Northern Iowa, and Iowa. “On the Mat" is a presentation of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame Dan Gable Museum. The show can be heard live on the Internet at 1650thefan.com or locally in Northeast Iowa each Wednesday at 5 p.m. Central on AM 1650, The Fan. JOIN THE TEAM And if you're a fan of the extens...2017-09-2852 minOn The MatOTM476: Andy Hamilton of Trackwrestling.comAndy Hamilton goes ‘On the Mat’ this week Multiple-time wrestling journalist of the year and Content Manager for Trackwrestling.com Andy Hamilton will join On The Mat on Wednesday, May 24. “On the Mat" is a presentation of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame Dan Gable Museum. The show can be heard live on the Internet at 1650thefan.com or locally in Northeast Iowa each Wednesday at 5 p.m. Central on AM 1650, The Fan. A podcast of the show is available on mattalkonline.com E-mail dgmstaff@nwhof.org with any questions or comments. Subscribe to On The Mat and listen anytime iTunes...2017-05-2521 min
On The MatOTM349: New Trackwrestling Content Manager Andy HamiltonAndy Hamilton to go ‘On the Mat’ this week This week’s edition of “On the Mat” is Wednesday, August 3 with new Track Wrestling content manager Andy Hamilton. “On the Mat" is a presentation of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame Dan Gable Museum. The show can be heard live on the Internet at 1650thefan.com or locally in Northeast Iowa each Wednesday at 5 p.m. Central on AM 1650, The Fan. A podcast of the show is available on mattalkonline.com E-mail dgmstaff@nwhof.org with any questions or comments. Subscribe to On The Mat and listen anytime iTunes | Stitcher Radio | Spreak...2016-08-0327 min
On The MatOTM395: World Champion Kyle Snyder and Des Moines Register writer Andy HamiltonAndy Hamilton and Kyle Snyder will go “On the Mat” is this Wed., Sept 16. “On the Mat” is a presentation of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame Dan Gable Museum. The show can be heard live on the Internet at 1650thefan.com or locally in Northeast Iowa each Wednesday at 5 p.m. Central on AM...2015-09-1736 min
On The MatOTM: On The Mat with Kyle Klingman and Doug Van Gelder – November 19, 2014(http://www.mattalkonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/generic-otm-770.jpg)The two guests scheduled to appear On The Mat on November 19 were unable to join the show, so Kyle Klingman and Doug Van Gelder talked some wrestling for the first two segments before Jason Bryant chimed in to visit with them on the third segment. On The Mat is a presentation of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame's Dan Gable Museum. The Short Time Time Wrestling Podcast is proudly sponsored by Flipswrestling. Share your attitude and be heard at Flipswrestling.com (http://www.mattalkonline.com/flipswrestling).2014-11-2051 minOn The MatOTM: On The Mat with the Des Moines Register's Andy Hamilton and Cornell College(http://www.mattalkonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/hamilton-duroe-otm.jpg)By Kyle KlingmanNWHOF Dan Gable MuseumAndy Hamilton and Mike Duroe will go “On the Mat” this Wednesday, Nov. 12.“On the Mat" is a presentation of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame Dan Gable Museum. The show can be heard live on the Internet at 1650thefan.com or locally in Northeast Iowa each Wednesday from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. Central on AM 1650, The Fan.A podcast of the show is available on mattalkonline.com.E-mail dgmstaff@nwhof.org with any questions or comments. Hamilton is the wr...2014-11-1351 minOn The MatOTM351: Olympians "Mean" Gene Mills and "Silent H" Andy HrovatBy Kyle KlingmanNWHOF Dan Gable MuseumGene Mills and Andy Hrovat will go “On the Mat” this Wednesday, October 8.“On the Mat” is a presentation of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame Dan Gable Museum. The show can be heard live on the Internet at 1650thefan.com or locally in Northeast Iowa each Wednesday from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. Central on AM 1650, The Fan.E-mail dgmstaff@nwhof.org with any questions or comments.Mills was an NCAA champion at 118 pounds for Syracuse in 1979 and 1981. He was also a member of the 1980 Olympic...2014-10-0851 minOn The MatOTM: Iowa State assistant Trent Paulson and Des Moines Register writer Andy HamiltonKyle Klingman of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame Dan Gable Museum talks with new Iowa State assistant coach Trent Paulson and multi-time national wrestling writer of the year, Andy Hamilton of the Des Moines Register.2014-09-0451 minOn The MatOTM: Des Moines Register writer Andy Hamilton & Princeton head coach Chris AyresAndy Hamilton and Chris Ayres will go “On the Mat” this Wednesday, Dec. 4. “On the Mat” is a presentation of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame Dan Gable Museum. The show can be heard live on the Internet at 1650thefan.com or locally in Northeast Iowa each Wednesday from 5:00 to 6:00 PM Central on...2013-12-0458 minOn The MatOTM: Kyle Klingman and Jason Bryant talk All-Star Classic and take a few shotsJoin Jason Bryant of Amateur Wrestling News and Kyle Klingman of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame’s Dan Gable Museum for a special web edition of On The Mat. Normally heard on Wednesdays on KCNZ 1650 The Fan in Central Iowa, On The Mat was preempted this week due to high school football. Jason and...2013-10-3027 minOn The MatOTM: Kyle Klingman and Jason Bryant talk Iowa vs. Penn StateJason Bryant of Amateur Wrestling News and Kyle Klingman of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame Dan Gable Museum talk all things wrestling. This week, topics include the Iowa-Penn State dual at Carver-Hawkeye Arena, rankings and upcoming matches in college wrestling. Join Kyle each week on KCNZ 1650 The Fan for the On The Mat...2013-02-0730 minOn The MatOTM: Kyle Klingman and Jason Bryant recap wrestling movies, wrestling dualsJoin Jason Bryant of Amateur Wrestling News as he chats with On The Mat host Kyle Klingman about his recent guests, Steve Marianetti and Doug Schwab. The two also discuss wrestling movies, the Iowa-Minnesota dual coming up on Saturday and the world of small college wrestling, too.2013-01-2431 minOn The MatOTM: Kyle Klingman and Jason Bryant talk conference realignment and early-season wrestling newsIn addition to the weekly On The Mat program on KCNZ The Fan 1650 AM, host Kyle Klingman will join AWN’s Jason Bryant for a weekly discussion of college wrestling. This week, the two discuss conference realignment and its impact on wrestling, the early season and wrestlers who have caught their eyes in the early...2012-12-0624 minOn The MatOTM: U.S. Women’s national team coach Terry Steiner and Des Moines Register writer Andy HamiltonTerry Steiner and Andy Hamilton will go “On the Mat” this Wednesday, April 18. “On the Mat” is a presentation of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame Dan Gable Museum. The show can be heard live on the Internet at www.kcnzam.com or locally in Northeast Iowa each Wednesday from 5:00 to 6:00 PM Central on AM...2012-04-1850 minOn The MatOTM: Des Moines Register’s Andy Hamilton and NCAA champion Pete BushAndy Hamilton and Pete Bush will go ‘On the Mat’ this Wednesday, December 21. “On the Mat” is a presentation of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame Dan Gable Museum. The show can be heard live on the Internet at www.kcnzam.com or locally in Northeast Iowa each Wednesday from 5:00 to 6:00 PM Central on...2011-12-2158 minOn The MatOTM: U.Va. lacrosse coach Dom Starsia and Des Moines Register's Andy HamiltonDom Starsia and Andy Hamilton will go “On the Mat” this Wednesday, September 28.“On the Mat" is a presentation of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame Dan Gable Museum. The show can be heard live on the Internet at www.kcnzam.com or locally in Northeast Iowa each Wednesday from 5:00 to 6:00 PM Central on AM 1650, The Fan. An archive of the show can be found on www.themat.tv. E-mail radio@wrestlingmuseum.org with any questions or comments about the show. During the months of August and September the National Wrestling Hall of Fam...2011-09-2858 minOn The MatOn The Mat: Andy Hamilton, Rene Goulet, J. Michael Kenyon(http://www.mattalkonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/otm-770.jpg)Kent Sesker of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame's Dan Gable Museum talks with Iowa City Press Citizen wrestling beat writer Andy Hamilton and George Tragos/Lou Thesz Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame inductee Rene Goulet. Sportwriter J. Michael Kenyon also chimes in.On the Mat is a presentation of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame Dan Gable Museum. The show can be heard live on the Internet at www.kcnzam.com or locally in Northeast Iowa each Wednesday from 5:00 - 6:00 PM CST on AM 1650, The...2010-06-3058 min