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On this week's episode of The Stride Report Podcast, Ben and Garrett sit down to reveal and explain all of the madness that could take place during national qualifying w...
2025-11-1243 min
The Stride ReportThe Iowa State Controversy 🌪️😳 & NCAA XC Conference Preview! 🔥🏆On this week’s episode of The Stride Report Podcast, Ben and Garrett dive into the Iowa State controversy that has the collegiate distance running world buzzing. They break down what they know, and how it could impact things moving forward. Then, the guys preview every major conference championship across the NCAA — including the BIG 12, ACC, BIG 10, SEC, and BIG East — analyzing key storylines, team battles, and individual title favorites on both the men’s and women’s sides. It’s a packed episode filled with predictions, context, and the drama heading into conference weekend. Be sure to listen, subscribe an...
2025-10-291h 05
The Stride ReportNC State & New Mexico DOMINATE at Nuttycombe! 🔴🐺🤯On this week’s episode of The Stride Report Podcast, Ben and Garrett break down a massive weekend of NCAA cross country action as NC State and New Mexico dominate at the Nuttycombe Invitational. They discuss who raised their stock the most, how the New Mexico men took down Colorado and Syracuse, and what the results mean for the battle for the final podium spot. The guys also touch on panic levels for BYU and Stanford before shifting to the women’s side, where NC State reaffirmed their national title favorite status with a commanding victory. Notre Dame, Iowa Stat...
2025-10-2259 min
The Stride ReportWill Nuttycombe Give Us an NCAA Championship PREVIEW? 🤔🔥👀On this week’s episode of The Stride Report Podcast, Garrett goes solo to break down everything you need to know ahead of the Nuttycombe Invitational — one of the most anticipated meets of the NCAA cross country season! He dives into the men’s field, analyzing the top favorites, possible contenders and teams to watch, before highlighting a few underdogs who could surprise in Madison. Then, he turns to the women’s race, discussing the favorites, dark horses, and key storylines that could make this a true NCAA Championship preview. Insight, analysis, and predictions — it’s all here in this week’s...
2025-10-1451 min
The Stride ReportNC State WINS Short-Handed 🏆 While Loyola & Northwestern STUN 🔥😳On this week’s episode of The Stride Report Podcast, Ben and Garrett break down a chaotic weekend of racing! The guys analyze Wisconsin’s team victory at the Loyola Lakefront Classic as well as North Carolina’s disappointing 5th place finish and Washington’s surprising 8th place result on the men’s side. The women’s race was headlined by NC State’s short-handed win while Northwestern delivered a stunning runner-up performance! Then, it’s over to the Paul Short Run where Georgetown’s men took the win, Harvard held their own despite missing key names, and Villanova’s lethal top-three w...
2025-10-0856 min
The Stride ReportIs Florida a PODIUM Team? 🏆🐊 Plus, Iowa State DOMINATES! 🌪️🔥On this week’s episode of The Stride Report Podcast, Ben and Garrett ask the question on everyone’s mind: Are the Florida women a legitimate podium team after defeating Northern Arizona at the Gans Creek Classic? They also analyze Hilda Olamomoi’s standout run, what the individual results mean for national rankings, and how the Kolas cutoff is shaping up. On the men’s side, Solomon Kipchoge took the individual crown while Iowa State delivered a dominant team win, leaving some wonder if BYU should be concerned. The guys wrap things up with quick reactions from the Cowboy Jamboree...
2025-10-0154 min
The Stride ReportCalifornia Baptist STUNS Minnesota! 😳 Plus, Gans Creek Preview 👀On this week’s episode of The Stride Report Podcast, Ben and Garrett react to Cole Hocker’s 5k gold medal performance at the World Championships before diving into the NCAA’s decision to adopt a 32-team format for the NCAA XC Championships. Then it’s all about cross country as the guys break down the Roy Griak Invitational. There, California Baptist bested Minnesota on the women’s side while the men’s race delivered its own thrill. Finally, the guys look ahead with a full Gans Creek Classic preview, analyzing both the women’s and men’s fields and what they me...
2025-09-2453 min
The Stride ReportShould Cole Hocker Have Been DQ’d? 🤔On this week’s episode of The Stride Report Podcast, Ben and Garrett open with their first reactions to results from World Championships, including the debate around whether Cole Hocker should have been disqualified from the 1500m! Then, it’s time for the first-ever edition of The Stride Report NCAA XC Fantasy Draft as the guys go head-to-head, first building out their men’s squads before moving on to the women’s teams. Expect bold picks, surprising strategies and plenty of banter as they try to out-draft each other heading into the 2025 cross country season. Be sure to listen, subscrib...
2025-09-1750 min
The Stride ReportBOLD PREDICTIONS: Stanford Will Place Where??? 🌲👀On this week’s episode of The Stride Report Podcast, Ben and Garrett go all-in on bold predictions for the 2025 NCAA cross country season. The guys share their final preseason thoughts, debate how much first-year athletes and international athletes could swing the title races, and discuss which men’s team is best positioned to fill the national talent gap. They also dive into how NAU will respond to their surprising TSR #14 ranking, the impact of racing at Gans Creek, and how the World Championships timetable could affect top contenders. Finally, it’s time for some hot takes on both the me...
2025-09-0946 min
The Stride ReportWho You Got at #1? Oregon or BYU?In this episode of The Stride Report Podcast, Garrett goes solo to break down the site’s top-nine preseason NCAA XC teams on both the men’s and women’s sides. Your loyal admin covers Notre Dame, Alabama, Wisconsin, Washington, Oregon, Stanford, Virginia, Florida, Wake Forest, Northern Arizona, BYU, New Mexico, Oklahoma State, NC Stat and Iowa State. Plus, who deserves our TSR #1 women’s spot? Oregon or BYU? Which teams are primed for a title run and who might be slightly overvalued or undervalued? Tune-in for in-depth analysis and bold takes on the nation’s best squads. Be sure to li...
2025-09-021h 12
The Stride ReportDid We Disrespect NAU??? 🤔😳In this episode of The Stride Report Podcast, Ben and Garrett continuing with NCAA team XC rankings coverage, this time covering our TSR #16 through TSR #10 squads on both the men’s and women’s sides. The guys break down programs such as North Carolina, Utah, Butler, Penn State, Northern Arizona, Georgetown, Syracuse, Oklahoma State, Washington State, Michigan State, Alabama, Notre Dame, Stanford and Colorado. Did we disrespect NAU by slotting them at TSR #14? Which teams could surprise? Who is looking like a legitimate podium threat? Be sure to listen, subscribe and review!(2:59) #16 North Carolina (Men)(10:13) #16 Utah (Women)(15:26) #15 Butler (Men...
2025-08-261h 12
The Stride ReportAre We Underrating CBU? Plus, Expectations for ArkansasOn this week’s episode of The Stride Report Podcast, Ben and Garrett continue their dive into the NCAA D1 XC Top-25 Preseason Team Rankings, breaking down squads ranked at TSR #22 through TSR #17 on both the men’s and women’s sides. The guys analyze Princeton, Gonzaga, Arkansas, California Baptist, West Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, Eastern Kentucky, Minnesota, Colorado and North Carolina. Are we overlooking CBU’s potential? What should expectations really be for Arkansas? And which teams in this range could make the biggest jump by November? Tune-in for all the hot takes and in-depth analysis. Be sure to listen...
2025-08-2057 min
The Stride ReportWho Got ROBBED From a Preseason Ranking??? 😳🤔On this week’s podcast, Ben and Garrett break down the first wave of our NCAA XC Preseason Top-25 Team Rankings — and debate which programs got snubbed. The guys start with the “just missed” and “honorable mention” squads before revealing the first three ranked men’s and women’s teams in the countdown. From surprise inclusions to glaring omissions, the guys dissect Virginia Tech, Virginia, Oklahoma, Florida State, Tulane and Boise State in our latest episode. Expect plenty of bold takes, a few disagreements and some early-season storylines to watch. Be sure to listen, subscribe and review!(3:00...
2025-08-1250 min
The Stride ReportWe Reacted Live to Cooper Lutkenhaus Running 1:42 for 800mOn this week’s podcast, Cooper Lutkenhaus shocked the world with a 1:42 mark over 800 meters — and Ben and Garrett reacted live on air. They also dive into USA’s distance results, breaking down the 800m, 1500m, 5k, 10k and steeplechase performances. Then, it's back to NCAA cross country rankings as the guys highlight the perfectly ranked athletes, toughest names to place, and runners with the highest future value from the top-30. Don’t miss the takes, debates and live reactions from another packed week in the world of distance running! Be sure to listen, subscribe and review!
2025-08-0555 min
The Stride ReportWho Got Robbed From Being a Top-50 Runner? 🤔👀On this week’s episode of The Stride Report Podcast, Ben and Garrett dive into the release of TSR’s “Just Missed” and “Honorable Mention” names, as well as the first half of the site’s top-50 preseason individual rankings. Who just missed the cut? Which unranked athletes still have a real shot at All-American honors? The guys debate who was robbed of a ranking, who could make the biggest jump and which rankings they feel the most confident about. Plus, they share their personal favorites and discuss the toughest names to rank in this tricky early tier. Ranking season is offi...
2025-07-2958 min
The Stride ReportHow Do We Rank These NCAA XC Stars???On this week’s episode of The Stride Report Podcast, Ben and Garrett dive into some of the biggest names to watch ahead of the 2025 NCAA cross country season! From established stars like James Corrigan and Angelina Napoleon to emerging talents like Ruth White and Lex Young, the guys react to the athletes who were the most difficult to get a grasp on while creating our NCAA D1 Preseason XC Top-50 Individual Rankings! Get ready for deep analysis and plenty of XC hype and be sure to listen, subscribe and review!(4:17) James Corrigan(7:32) Will Anthony(11:55) Ru...
2025-07-2253 min
The Stride ReportDid Washington State Land an NCAA XC Title Contender?On this week’s episode of The Stride Report Podcast, Ben and Garrett react to a major transfer shake-up in the NCAA. Washington State lands a bona fide star in Solomon Kipchoge while Colorado adds Dominic Serem to bolster their roster. The guys also discuss Stanford’s pickup of Mena Scatchard, Reuben Reina hitting the transfer portal and impactful additions at Tulane, Tennessee, LSU and Missouri — including several high-upside international recruits. Tune-in for all of the latest on who’s going where and how these moves could reshape the NCAA distance landscape this fall. Be sure to listen, subscribe and revi...
2025-07-1547 min
The Stride ReportIshmael Kipkurui Goes Pro With Nike & Another Dive into the NCAA SettlementOn this week’s episode of The Stride Report Podcast, Ben and Garrett break down the headline move of Ishmael Kipkurui turning pro with Nike! The guys also touch on other pro announcements, analyze the women’s and men’s award races for The Bowerman, and highlight major transfers including Bahiya El Arfaoui to Oregon, Reese Sharman-Newell to Texas A&M, and Kirk Dawkins to Iowa State. Plus, the guys take a deep dive into the NCAA settlement and what it could mean for the future of college track and field. Be sure to listen, subscribe and review!(2:49) Ishmae...
2025-07-0847 min
The Stride ReportDid a Future NCAA Title Threat Just Enter the Transfer Portal? Plus, Massive Transfer Hauls from UVA & Colorado!On this week’s episode of The Stride Report Podcast, Garrett breaks down a flurry of major transfer moves shaking up the NCAA distance scene. Where could Solomon Kipchoge end up after hitting the transfer portal? What about Leah Stephens? Meanwhile, Virginia and Colorado bring in a major haul of names while NC State and UNC both see big-time talents come and go. Tune-in for full analysis, team breakdowns and early analysis as the offseason transfer dominoes begin to fall. Be sure to listen, subscribe and review!(2:43) Solomon Kipchoge Enters Transfer Portal(8:22) Leah Stephens Leaves NC...
2025-07-0249 min
The Stride ReportBest Freshman? Best Coach? Most Valuable Runner? TSR’s 2025 End of Season Awards!On this week’s episode of The Stride Report Podcast, Ben and Garrett close out the 2025 NCAA track season with TSR’s trimestrial End of Season Awards! From breakout freshmen to elite performances and the most dominant distance runners in the country, the guys run through every major category. Who was the most improved? Which distance coach stood above the rest? And who earned the title of Most Valuable Runner? Tune-in for the full list of nominees and plenty of debate as we celebrate an unforgettable year in collegiate distance running. Be sure to listen, subscribe and review!
2025-06-2555 min
The Stride ReportThe Greatest Distance Race in NCAA History? Plus, Nathan Green Kicks to Gold Once AgainOn this week’s episode of The Stride Report Podcast, Ben and Garrett break down one of the most memorable championship weekends in recent memory. From Doris Lemngole’s unreal 8:58 steeplechase effort to Nathan Green’s electric kick for 1500-meter gold, the NCAA Championships were packed with historic moments! The guys dive into Sophie O’Sullivan’s perfect send-off, James Corrigan’s steeple win and Roisin Willis’ meet record over 800 meters. Plus, Kipkurui shines in the 10k, Pamela Kosgei completes the brutal 10k/5k double and Sam Whitmarsh bounces back in a big way. Things wrap up with the 5k breakdowns a...
2025-06-171h 09
The Stride ReportHistorically LOADED 1500m Fields, All-Time Steeple Battles & Will New Mexico Sweep the 10k/5k Distances?On this week’s episode of the Blue Oval Podcast, Ben and Garrett preview one of the most stacked NCAA Championships in recent memory. Ben and Garrett dive deep into the historically loaded 1500-meter fields, analyzing the favorites, sleepers and wild cards for both the men’s and women’s races. The steeplechase battles also promise to be all-time classics, with heavy-hitters and rising stars ready to clash. Plus, could New Mexico really pull off a sweep of the men’s and women’s 10k and 5k? Tune-in for a breakdown of every distance event — from the 800 meters up to the 10k —...
2025-06-091h 22
The Stride ReportParker Wolfe Ends His NCAA Career & MULTIPLE All-Time 1500m PerformancesOn this week’s episode of the Blue Oval Podcast, heartbreak strikes as Parker Wolfe announces the end of his NCAA career due to injury. After that, Ben and Garrett dive into a chaotic East Regional Championship 10k race that somehow started well after midnight before exploring why there were so few upsets in the women’s East and West regional races. The guys then analyze the women’s 1500-meter qualifying rounds and national title picture, highlight Kirk Dawkins’ breakthrough 1:46.62 (800) mark to qualify for the national meet and discuss the surprising fall of several top men’s 800-meter runners. Ben and Ga...
2025-06-0344 min
The Stride ReportFouad Messaoudi SCRATCHED the 1500m??? Plus, the Lexy Halladay-Lowry Event ConundrumOn this week’s episode of the Blue Oval Podcast, chaos reigns as scratches shake up the NCAA postseason landscape! Ben and Garrett start with the surprising news that Juliette Whittaker is out from the West regional meet entirely, before diving into major event scratches and declarations including Doris Lemngole and Lexy Halladay-Lowry scratching the 5k, and Pamela Kosgei dropping the steeple. The biggest shock? Fouad Messaoudi scratches the 1500 meters to chase 5k gold. The guys also break down Parker Wolfe’s all-in 5k gamble, Simeon Birnbaum’s ambitious 1500/5k double, and Diana Cherotich’s sole focus on the 10k. With...
2025-05-2751 min
The Stride ReportIs Christian Jackson an NCAA Title Threat After Running 1:44 (800)?On this week’s episode of the Blue Oval Podcast, Ben and Garrett unpack Christian Jackson’s jaw-dropping 1:44 mark to win the ACC title over 800 meters — is he someone who can realistically win NCAA gold next month? The guys also break down Gladys Chepngetich’s upset over Makayla Paige, Sophie O’Sullivan’s blistering 58-second closer to take the BIG 10 title over 1500 meters and Meghan Hunter becoming the third woman in NCAA history to dip under 1:59 over 800 meters. From Parker Wolfe’s potential 10k/5k double to huge conference wins from Emmaculate Jemutai, James Corrigan and Sam Whitmarsh, we’ve got all the b...
2025-05-2047 min
The Stride ReportCan Fouad Messaoudi Realistically Threaten for NCAA Gold? Plus, Fantasy Draft!On this week’s episode of the Blue Oval Podcast, Ben and Garrett dive into whether Fouad Messaoudi can realistically challenge for NCAA gold after his 3:34 PR over 1500 meters. The guys also break down Aidan McCarthy’s dominant 1:45 showing over 800 meters and highlight other standout men’s 1500-meter performances. Then, it’s time for the highly anticipated fantasy draft! Ben and Garrett go head-to-head, building their dream NCAA squads with some surprising picks and bold strategies. Be sure to listen, review and subscribe!(3:43) Fouad Messaoudi Posts Impressive 3:34 (1500) Mark(11:19) Aidan McCarthy Earns Comfortable Win With Strong 1:45 (800)(14:46) Other Notable Men’s 1500m Pe...
2025-05-1449 min
The Stride ReportEthan Strand & Michaela Rose Had MASSIVE Performances…AgainOn this week’s episode of the Blue Oval Podcast, Ben and Garrett dive into another weekend of massive performances on the track! Ethan Strand’s blazing 1500m time of 3:33.22 put him at NCAA #2 all-time while Michaela Rose improved her own NCAA #2 all-time spot with a dominant 1:58.12 (800) effort. The guys break down Titouan Le Grix’s NCAA D2 record of 3:34.30 in the 1500m and Smilla Kolbe’s NCAA #3 all-time mark of 1:59.02 (800). In the 5k, Grace Hartman made history with a 14:58.11, breaking the 15-minute barrier for the first time and securing the NCAA #4 all-time mark! Be sure to listen, subscribe and revi...
2025-05-0642 min
The Stride ReportNathan Green's Kick Has Never Looked BetterOn this week’s episode of the Blue Oval Podcast, Ben and Garrett dive into all the action from the Penn Relays where Nathan Green's kick has never looked better! The guys break down a flurry of elite performances, including Lexy Halladay-Lowry’s 9:18 steeplechase mark and Sadie Sigfstead’s dominant 32:39 (10k) effort. In the 1500m, Grace Hartman earned a comfortable win in 4:07, while the battle for season MVP heats up between Pamela Kosgei and Doris Lemngole. The relay fireworks continued at Penn Relays as the Washington men claimed the 4xMile crown, the Providence separated women themselves in the 4x1500m rela...
2025-04-3054 min
The Stride ReportIs Jane Hedengren the Future of NCAA Distance Running?On this week’s Blue Oval Podcast, Ben and Garrett break down another electric weekend of NCAA distance action! Jane Hedengren continues to make her case as the future of the sport, while the men’s 800m saw Abdullahi Hassan, Rivaldo Marshall, and Tyrice Taylor all drop 1:45 marks. On the women’s side, Victoria Bossong and Gladys Chepngetich both clocked 1:59 results while Michaela Rose took home a narrow win in a stacked race. The guys also analyze big 1500m wins from Nathan Green, Marco Langon, and Chloe Foerster, as well as Salma Elbadra’s 4:05.85 which moves her to NCAA #5 all-time...
2025-04-2359 min
The Stride ReportThomas Boyden to BYU & Chloe Thomas Enters the Transfer PortalOn this week’s episode of the Blue Oval Podcast, Garrett and guest host Finn Birnie dive into major transfer news around the NCAA distance scene. Thomas Boyden is officially heading to BYU, while Chloe Thomas enters the transfer portal as a grad student. On the track, Lauren Tolbert stuns with a 2:01 (800) win on her home track, Camden Law throws down a 1:46.89 (800) mark in Texas, and Peter Visser clocks a converted 3:38 (1500) performance! The guys also highlight Doris Lemngole’s 4:09 (1500) PR, Michale Mireles’ move to Oregon, and ask whether or not Diana Cherotich could catch up to Pamela Kosgei’s meteoric...
2025-04-1646 min
The Stride ReportPamela Kosgei Does it Again, Oregon’s New Superstar & Elite Men’s 10k DepthOn this week’s episode of the Blue Oval Podcast, Ben and Garrett recap another electric slate of performances as Pamela Kosgei continues her dominance, running the NCAA #2 all-time steeplechase mark with a stunning time of 9:15.93! Meanwhile, Chloe Foerster threw down a 4:07 (1500) effort and followed it up with a 2:00 (800) PR. Over at Stanford, Evans Kurui led a historic 10k with 12 total men breaking 28 minutes. The guys also highlight Diana Cherotich’s 31:45 (10k) effort, Jenna Hutchins’ 15:16 (5k) PR, and Tinoda Matsatsa’s 1:45.05 (800) win at the Florida Relays! Tune-in for all the latest from a wild weekend on the track and be sure...
2025-04-0949 min
The Stride ReportLiam Murphy & Ishmael Kipkurui EACH Break NCAA Records! 😳🤯🔥On this week’s episode of the Blue Oval Podcast, Ben and Garrett break down a historic weekend on the track as Liam Murphy, Marco Langon and Gary Martin each break the NCAA 1500m record in a thrilling race! Plus, both Ishmael Kipkurui and Habtom Samuel take down the NCAA 10k record on the opposite coast! On the women’s side, Margot Appleton, Grace Hartman, and Pamela Kosgei deliver jaw-dropping performances over 1500 meters and the 10k. The guys also highlight Drew Rogers’ breakout race, Kristian Imroth’s steeplechase statement and Angelina Napoleon’s massive PR. Don’t miss this recap of an...
2025-04-0258 min
The Stride ReportIndoor End of Season Awards & Tabitha Ngao’s Provisional SuspensionOn this week’s episode of the Blue Oval Podcast, Ben and Garrett break down TSR’s 2025 D1 Indoor End of Season Award nominees and give out some of their own votes! From “Best Freshman” to “Most Improved” to our prestigious “Most Valuable Runner (MVR)” awards, the guys debate the top contenders and highlight the biggest performances of the season. But before all of that, Ben and Garrett discuss Tabitha Ngao’s provisional suspension and it’s potential impact. Tune-in for all the analysis and standout moments from the 2025 NCAA indoor track season and be sure to subscribe and review!...
2025-03-251h 09
The Stride ReportStrand vs Martin Lived Up to the Hype & CHAOS in the Women’s 800m!On this week’s episode of the Blue Oval Podcast, Ben and Garrett recap an unforgettable weekend at the NCAA Indoor Championships! The Strand vs Martin showdown in the DMR and 3k delivered on all the hype, while Doris Lemngole and Brian Musau stole the show in the 5k! The guys break down Wilma Nielsen’s mile win, Matthew Erickson’s big upset, and the chaos in the women’s 800 meters where Makayla Paige emerged victorious! Tune-in for all the reactions from a wild championship weekend and be sure to subscribe and review!(2:39) Doris Lemngole Edges Lexy Halladay-Lowry for 5k G...
2025-03-181h 09
The Stride ReportAmina Maatoug Talks Transition to Washington & Observing Ramadan Before the NCAA Championships! 🐺 🟣☁️ INTERVIEW PRESENTED BY On! ☁️SUBSCRIBE! 👇youtube.com/@thestridereport➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵https://www.thestridereport.com/➤ Spotify 🎧https://open.spotify.com/show/5yc4MRA...➤ Apple Podcasts 🍎https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...➤ Instagram 📸https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/➤ TikTok ♪https://www.tiktok.com/@thestridereport➤ Twitter / X 🆇https://x.com/TheStrideReport➤ Th...
2025-03-1316 min
The Stride ReportRocky Hansen Talks NCAA Title Contention, Wake Forest's Youth Movement & Staying Healthy 🎩🟡☁️ INTERVIEW PRESENTED BY On! ☁️SUBSCRIBE! 👇youtube.com/@thestridereport➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵https://www.thestridereport.com/➤ Spotify 🎧https://open.spotify.com/show/5yc4MRA...➤ Apple Podcasts 🍎https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...➤ Instagram 📸https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/➤ TikTok ♪https://www.tiktok.com/@thestridereport➤ Twitter / X 🆇https://x.com/TheStrideReport➤ Th...
2025-03-1228 min
The Stride ReportNCAA Indoor Preview: Strand vs Martin, Whittaker vs Rose & Sleeper PicksOn this week’s episode of the Blue Oval Podcast, Ben and Garrett preview the biggest storylines heading into NCAA Indoors. Will we see a thrilling 3k showdown between Ethan Strand & Gary Martin? Can Juliette Whittaker out-duel Michaela Rose over 800 meters? Plus, the guys discuss their favorites, sleepers, and wild cards in the 5k, 3k, mile, 800 meters and DMR on both the men’s and women’s sides. Tune-in for all the insights and bold predictions ahead of championship weekend and be sure to subscribe and review!(4:10) Men’s 5k Favorites(8:16) Men’s 5k Sleepers(10:44) Men’s 5k Wild Cards(1...
2025-03-121h 10
The Stride ReportOlympians & Superstar Sisters Bella & Juliette Whittaker Chat Before NCAA Indoor Championships! 🔥🔴⚪️☁️ INTERVIEW PRESENTED BY On! ☁️SUBSCRIBE! 👇youtube.com/@thestridereport➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵https://www.thestridereport.com/➤ Spotify 🎧https://open.spotify.com/show/5yc4MRA...➤ Apple Podcasts 🍎https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...➤ Instagram 📸https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/➤ TikTok ♪https://www.tiktok.com/@thestridereport➤ Twitter / X 🆇https://x.com/TheStrideReport➤ Threads 🧵https://www.threads.net/@thestridereport🗣️ We have a bonus episode! As part of our latest partnership with On, The Stride Report was able to chat with Stanford's Juliette Whittaker and Arkansas' Isabella Whittaker, both of whom are On NIL athletes! The middle distance duo chatted about their national title hopes for next weekend, their experie...
2025-03-1024 min
The Stride ReportIs Aidan McCarthy an NCAA 800m Title Favorite?On this week’s episode of the Blue Oval Podcast, Garrett is joined by special guests Rachel Hickey and Mike McKean to break down conference championship weekend! Rachel and Garrett discuss the standout women’s performances, from Paityn Noe’s historic 5k to Michaela Rose’s and Tia Wilson’s thrilling victories. Meanwhile, Mike and Garrett dive into the men’s results, highlighting Aidan McCarthy’s NCAA #3 all-time mark over 800 meters with his 1:45.19 PR and the exciting finishes from Tinoda Matsatsa, Lloyd Frilot, and more. Tune-in for all the highlights and a deep dive into McCarthy’s title hopes as the NCAA Indo...
2025-03-051h 06
The Stride ReportDid DMR Weekend Change the NCAA Championship Landscape?On this week’s episode of the Blue Oval Podcast, Ben and Garrett break down a historic DMR weekend and discuss how it could reshape the NCAA Championship picture. They dive into the Oregon women’s NCAA record, Virginia’s men’s DMR dominance, and whether Princeton could go all-in for the national title. Plus, they analyze key mile, 3k, and 800m performances, including Colin Sahlman and Drew Bosley’s converted sub-7:39 (3k) performances and standout 800-meter runs from Star Price, Tabitha Ngao, Yukichi Ishii, and Olivier Desmeules! Tune-in for all the biggest takeaways from an action-packed weekend on the track...
2025-02-261h 03
The Stride ReportDid We Just Witness the Greatest Mile Race in NCAA History?On this week’s episode of the Blue Oval Podcast, Ben and Garrett break down what might be the greatest NCAA mile race we’ve ever seen. The guys analyze Silan Ayyildiz’s record-breaking 4:23 performance and what it means for the women’s mile landscape. They also dive into Tinoda Matsatsa’s 1:45.21 (800) effort, Colin Sahlman’s tactical win, and historic performances from Juliette Whittaker, Sanu Jallow, and Doris Lemngole. Plus, they discuss standout DMR showings from BYU’s women and Washington’s men, along with key 3k and 5k performances across the country! Tune-in for all the insights from an unforgettable...
2025-02-1855 min
The Stride ReportGary Martin, Swoosh Track Club & Eagles Win the Super BowlOn this week’s Blue Oval Podcast, Ben and Garrett discuss the newly announced Swoosh Track Club and its potential impact on the NCAA. They also break down Gary Martin’s stunning 3:48 mile at the Millrose Games, Wilma Nielsen’s continued success and big-time performances from Liam Murphy, Marco Langon and Abel Teffra. Plus, Smilla Kolbe sets a program record over 800 meters, Virginia Tech men impress and, of course, the Eagles take home the Super Bowl win. Don’t miss all the latest NCAA track action and be sure to subscribe and review!(2:19) Nike Announces Swoosh Track Club(8:33) Gary Mar...
2025-02-1251 min
The Stride ReportTrying to Process Ethan Strand’s 3:48 Mile RecordOn this week’s Blue Oval Podcast, Ben and Garrett try to process Ethan Strand’s jaw-dropping 3:48 mile which is a new NCAA record! The guys break down other standout performances, including BYU’s dominant weekend, 3:52 mile efforts from Fouad Messaoudi and Simeon Birnbaum, and Amy Bunnage’s 8:43 (3k) alongside Kimberley May. Plus, Romain Legendre stuns with a 13:02 (5k) mark, Bella Pietrasiewicz climbs the NCAA all-time 1k ranks, and top 800m showings were scattered throughout the country. Tune-in for all the reactions and analysis from another electric weekend on the track and don’t forget to subscribe and review!
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2025-02-0447 min
The Stride ReportIs Nielsen an NCAA Title Favorite? Plus, Our NCAA Qualifying Over/Unders!On this week’s episode of the Blue Oval Podcast, Ben and Garrett debate Wilma Nielsen’s NCAA title chances after her incredible NCAA #3 all-time mile performance against Katelyn Tuohy. They highlight standout performances, including Grace Hartman’s converted 15:12 (5k), Abdullahi Hassan’s blazing 1:45 (800m), and Emanuel Galdino’s eye-popping 3:55/1:47 double. The guys then dive into the yearly tradition of setting NCAA qualifying over/under lines, breaking down the men’s and women’s mid-distance, distance, and DMR events. Don’t miss all the stats, predictions, and in-depth analysis and remember to subscribe and review!
(2:49) Wilma Nielsen Battles Tuohy to...
2025-01-2856 min
The Stride ReportTinoda Matsatsa Resets His Own NCAA Record & Nathan Green Runs 3:50 Mile PROn this week’s episode of the Blue Oval Podcast, Ben and Garrett recap another record-shattering weekend, headlined by Tinoda Matsatsa resetting his own NCAA 1k record with a blistering 2:16 mark. The guys also dive into Nathan Green’s incredible 3:50 mile PR, Washington’s dominance with nine total sub-4:00 miles, and Laura Pellicoro’s historic 1000-meter performance. All of that and so much more was analyzed in our latest episode! Be sure to rate, review and subscribe!
(2:59) Tinoda Matatsa Breaks Own NCAA 1k Record With 2:16 Mark
(8:47) Nine Washington Men Run Sub-4:00 Miles
(16:38) Laura Pellicoro Becomes Fastest...
2025-01-2243 min
The Stride ReportCould Both NCAA Mile Records Fall this Winter? Plus, a Wide-Open Men’s NCAA 800m TitleIn this solo episode of the Blue Oval Podcast, Garrett dives into the biggest questions heading into the NCAA indoor track season! Could both the men’s and women’s NCAA mile records fall this winter? Is there a true national title favorite for the men’s 800 meters? Garrett later chats about Oklahoma State’s dominance in the DMR, and top contenders for the women’s DMR crown. With plenty of names to watch and a handful of predictions, this episode has a little bit of everything — be sure to rate, subscribe and review!
(3:18) Who Should Be the NCAA Title F...
2025-01-1547 min
The Stride ReportThe NCAA Just Gave Out More EligibilityOn this week’s episode of the Blue Oval Podcast, Ben and Garrett dive into the latest shakeup around the country. First, the guys chat about the NCAA granting extra eligibility to former JUCO and NAIA athletes and the potential consequences of that waiver. Then, the guys go through a large handful of transfer headlines such as Zouhair Redouane joining Tennessee, Ole Miss landing a slew of distance standouts and Dylan Throop signing with Notre Dame. Give it a listen and be sure to leave a rating and review as well!
(1:41) NCAA Grants Eligibility Waiver to Former JUCO At...
2025-01-0841 min
The Stride ReportBest of the Blue Oval Podcast in 2024Phew! What an incredible year! 2024 was an absolute thriller as we got to see numerous collegiate records being broken and all-time superstars competing in their prime. On today's episode of the Blue Oval Podcast, Garrett and Ben went back and chose to highlight their favorite discussions from the entirety of 2024. As your listening, don't forget to rate, review and subscribe!
(2:28) Nico Young Runs 3:48 Altitude Converted Mile
(12:19) Crazy Men's 1500m Prelims at the NCAA Championships
(21:39) Maia Ramsden Wins NCAA 1500m Gold
(27:18) The Ever-Changing NCAA Landscape
(39:12) Parker Valby's 14:52 (5...
2024-12-311h 42
The Stride ReportParker Valby Wins The Bowerman & Our TSR Mailbag Returns!Welcome back to the Blue Oval Podcast! This week, Ben and Garrett sit down to chat about Parker Valby winning The Bowerman, ending the drought among distance runners. After that, we brought back our TSR mailbag! The guys comb through a wide variety of different topics ranging from NCAA drug testing, how often TSR analysts argue with each other and the still-unfolding international recruiting landscape. Go take a listen and be sure to rate, review and subscribe!
(2:41) Parker Valby Wins The Bowerman
(8:45) How Can We Make Pro XC More Popular?
(13:17...
2024-12-2549 min
The Stride ReportA New NCAA Megastar & Florida Lands Juliet CherubetOn this week’s episode of the Blue Oval Podcast, Ben and Garrett discuss a flurry of NCAA distance running news, headlined by Graham Blanks signing a pro deal with New Balance, Florida landing standout transfer Juliet Cherubet and New Mexico signing an elite superstar in Ishmael Kipkurui! The guys dive also into other major moves around the country including Phoebe Anderson, Oklahoma’s Kenyan recruits, Mia Cochran and many more! Don’t miss all the latest updates and remember to subscribe and review!
(2:35) Graham Blanks Signs Pro Deal With New Balance
(6:03) Ishmael Kipkurui Signs With New Mexico
(14:32) Juliet...
2024-12-1856 min
The Stride ReportThe Greatest 3k Race in NCAA HistoryOn this week’s episode of the Blue Oval Podcast, Ben and Garrett break down what was likely the greatest NCAA 3k race ever with Ethan Strand and Parker Wolfe smashing records the collegiate records (along with Yaseen Abdalla and Gary Martin). The guys also discuss Graham Blanks’ sub-13:00 (5k) win, Doris Lemngole and Hilda Olemomoi’s historic 5k performances, and standout 3k times from Shannon Flockhart and Ceili McCabe. The episode wraps up with highlights from exciting mile and 800-meter races, including Wilma Nielsen, Ali Ince, Tinoda Matsatsa and Meghan Hunter. Tune-in for all the analysis from an unforg...
2024-12-1050 min
The Stride ReportXC End of Season Awards! Best Freshmen, Most Improved, Best Coach & More!On this week’s episode of the Blue Oval Podcast, Ben and Garrett hand out their “End-of-Season Awards” for the NCAA cross country season! From standout freshmen and most improved athletes to the best performances and top coaches, the guys spotlight the season’s biggest achievers. The episode wraps up with a discussion about the ultimate honors: Most Valuable Runner for both the men and women. Don’t miss this celebration of the best in NCAA cross country and remember to subscribe and review!
(3:09) Best Freshmen Nominees (Men)
(10:42) Best Freshmen Nominees (Women)
(14:23) Most Improved Nominees (Men)
(21:07) Most Improved Nominees...
2024-12-0350 min
The Stride ReportBlanks Goes Back-to-Back, Lemngole’s Statement Win & BYU SweepsOn this week’s episode of the Blue Oval Podcast, Ben and Garrett recap an unforgettable NCAA XC Championship! They break down BYU’s historic team sweep of the men’s and women’s titles, Graham Blanks’ back-to-back individual wins and Doris Lemngole’s commanding individual victory. The guys dive into standout performances, surprising results, and teams who fell short. Tune-in for all the analysis and insights from the biggest race of the year and remember to subscribe and review!
(4:33) BYU Men Claim NCAA Title Over Iowa State
(15:01) Arkansas’ Depth Issues Result in 3rd Place
(17:30) Wisconsin Men Capitalize on Home Course...
2024-11-261h 05
The Stride ReportBYU XC Coach Ed Eyestone Chats Before the 2024 NCAA XC Championships!🗣️ BYU men's cross country coach Ed Eyestone was able to chat with The Stride Report before the NCAA XC Championships! Eyestone discussed the state of his team, his thoughts on the Oklahoma state men, the encouraging build up that his team has had and more!
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2024-11-2321 min
The Stride ReportMaking Our OFFICIAL Picks for the NCAA XC Championships! Plus, Kolas ReactionsOn this episode of the Blue Oval Podcast, Ben and Garrett react to some of the stunning Kolas outcomes before previewing the NCAA XC Championships by making their title picks! The guys break down standout moments from the regional meets, including Virginia Tech’s clutch performance, Tulsa’s narrow qualifier and Michigan State’s heartbreak. Later, the duo dives into individual title contenders, sleeper picks and potential surprise All-Americans before analyzing the top team title contenders and podium threats. Don’t miss their predictions and insights as championship season heats up! Be sure to listen, review and subscribe!
(3:52) Virginia...
2024-11-201h 16
The Stride ReportBlue Oval Podcast: The Road to Glory or Go Home EarlyOn this week’s episode of the Blue Oval Podcast, Ben returns to share his highs and lows from conference championship weekend before diving into Kolas madness! The guys break down how the Kolas qualifying works and explores key scenarios across the West, Mountain, Great Lakes, South Central, and Mid-Atlantic regions. The episode wraps up with a few bold predictions as well. 👀 Tune in for all of the insights and analysis on the road to Nationals and be sure to review and subscribe!
(3:03) Ben’s Conference Championship Weekend Winners Analysis
(7:36) Understanding Kolas
(9:54) West Region Kolas Scenarios (Men)
(16:37) Mountain Region...
2024-11-1348 min
The Stride ReportBlue Oval Podcast: BYU Stuns Oklahoma State, Martin’s Upset Win & the Oregon Women Are For RealGarrett goes solo this week to break down an intense weekend of conference championships. He covers BYU’s upset over Oklahoma State, Gary Martin’s surprising victory and Oregon's standout BIG 10 performance in the women’s race. Garrett went on to provide in-depth analysis across the ACC, BIG 12, BIG 10, SEC, BIG East and more, diving into the top team and individual races. Don’t miss all of the takes on the weekend’s highlights! Be sure to listen, review and subscribe!
(1:26) Wake Forest Wins ACC Title (Men)
(4:26) Stanford Validates Pre-Nationals Performance by Placing 2nd at ACC XC Championships (Men)
(5...
2024-11-061h 23
The Stride ReportBlue Oval Podcast: BIG 12s=NCAA XC Preview? Plus, a Potential BIG East ThrillerThis week, Ben and Garrett are diving into one of the most anticipated weekends of the season — NCAA Conference Championships! Get their expert insights and predictions for the ACC, BIG 10, BIG 12, BIG East and Mountain West Championships as they break down the top contenders for both individual and team titles. Who will rise to the challenge? And which teams are set to dominate? Tune-in to catch all of the analysis that you need ahead of the big weekend and be sure to subscribe and review!
(2:29) ACC Championship Preview (Men)
(3:43) Who Could Win the ACC Title? (Men)
(10:01) If Parker Wo...
2024-10-291h 04
The Stride ReportBlue Oval Podcast: What Does BYU’s Victory Mean for the NCAA Title Race?Ben and Garrett are back with an action-packed episode full of in-depth analysis! This week, the guys break down an exciting weekend in Wisconsin, diving into both the men’s and women’s races from Pre-Nationals. Hear which teams stood out, who fell short and how certain programs have set themselves up for the postseason! To wrap things up, the guys also highlight standout moments from the Princeton Fall Classic. Don’t miss out — tune-in, review, and subscribe!
(2:34) BYU Women Claim Pre-Nationals Title
(11:58) Washington Women Showcase Depth For 2nd Place Finish at Pre-Nationals
(15:00) West Virginia Women Make a Statement...
2024-10-231h 05
The Stride ReportBlue Oval Podcast: Pre-Nationals Favorites, Sleepers, Wild Cards & Bold PredictionsBen and Garrett are back in action after a D2-heavy weekend for TSR! This week, the guys break down results from the Dellinger Invite before diving deep into a preview of Saturday’s Pre-Nationals meet as they discuss favorites, sleepers, wild cards, potential Kolas scenarios and more! Be sure to listen, review and subscribe!
(3:49) BYU Men Sweep at Dellinger Invite
(5:39) Oregon Men Edge Out Gonzaga For 2nd Place at Dellinger Invite
(10:52) Utah Women Dominate
(14:23) Maddy Elmore’s Win Provides Hope for Oregon Women
(18:14) Pre-Nationals Favorites (Men)
(21:40) Pre-Nationals Sleeper Teams (Men)
(25:33) Pre-Nationals Wild Card Teams (Men)
(28:09) Teams Most in N...
2024-10-1658 min
The Stride ReportBlue Oval Podcast: Notre Dame Upsets NAU & the Clash of Two Title FavoritesBen and Garrett are back in action with results from a jam-packed weekend of racing! The guys open the episode with some big news of Gonzaga’s move to the PAC-12 before taking a deep dive into team and individual results from the Joe Piane Invite, the Loyola Lakefront Invite and the Paul Short Run. Be sure to listen, subscribe and review!
(2:49) Gonzaga Joining PAC-12
(5:39) Notre Dame Claims Men’s Joe Piane Title
(12:09) California Baptist Men Come Through With Big Performance
(14:46) Is Wyoming a Ranked Team?
(18:30) Is Lexy Halladay-Lowry Staking Her Claim as an NCAA Titl...
2024-10-0854 min
The Stride ReportBlue Oval Podcast: BYU Dominates, Washington Wins Short-Handed & Utah State to the PAC-12Ben and Garrett are back in action with results from a jam-packed weekend of racing! After chatting about Utah State’s move to the PAC-12, the guys take a deep dive into team and individual results from the Nuttycombe Invite, highlighting key performances and discussing how their preseason predictions held up. The guys wrap up the episode by looking at results from Cowboy Jamboree, Chile Pepper XC Festival and Gans Creek Classic. Be sure to listen, subscribe and review!
(2:03) PAC-12 Adds Utah State
(9:42) Did Nuttycombe Results Change the NCAA Title Picture? (Men)
(11:26) Did Nuttycombe Results Cha...
2024-10-021h 01
The Stride ReportBlue Oval Podcast: Minnesota’s Upset Win & 2024 Nuttycombe Invite PreviewIt was a solo effort from your TSR admin Garrett this week as Ben took a much-deserved week off. This week, Garrett breaks down results from the Roy Griak Invitational before diving deep into Nuttycombe analysis which features favorites, potential title challengers, sleepers, wild cards and of course, bold predictions. Be sure to listen, review and subscribe!
(2:22) Minnesota Women Take Home Win at Roy Griak Invitational
(7:15) Utah Valley Women Finishes 2nd at Roy Griak Invitational
(11:19) Roy Griak Round-up (Women)
(12:43) Wyoming Takes Home Roy Griak Men’s Title
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2024-09-2550 min
The Stride ReportBlue Oval Podcast: The PAC-12 is BACK! Who Will They Add Next?Cross country season is back and so are your favorite hosts! This week, Ben and Garrett kick-off the podcast with the news that Boise State, Colorado State, Fresno State and San Diego State will be joining the PAC-12 before in 2026. The guys later jump into analysis of some key performances and takeaways from the first few opening weekends on the grass. Be sure to listen, review and subscribe!
*Note: In regards to discussion surrounding the topic of the PAC-12's available cash, it should be noted that the schools that previously left the PAC-12...
2024-09-1838 min
The Stride ReportBlue Oval Podcast: Hottest Takes & Best NCAA XC Storylines to FollowCan you feel it? XC season is almost here! This week, Ben and Garrett continue with preseason analysis by discussing key storylines to take notice of throughout the year before looking into their crystal balls for some spicy predictions going into the season. Be sure to listen, subscribe and review!
(2:53) NCAA Settlement Put on Hold
(5:59) What Will Colorado Look Like Under Carlson?
(10:57) What Influence Will International Signings Have on this Season?
(14:11) Is this the Beginning of More Parity in the NCAA?
(17:11) What Will We See Out of Stanford?
(20:49) How Good Will Pamela Kosgei Be?
(23:45) Is t...
2024-09-1039 min
The Stride ReportBlue Oval Podcast: Parvej Khan Has Been Provisionally Suspended for Doping. What Does That Mean Going Forward?Ben and Garrett are back in action this week to finish off their evaluation of our men's and women's D1 cross country team rankings! The guys kick-off the episode with the news of Parvej Khan’s provisional suspension before going through spots 7-6-5-4-3-2-1 of our rankings. The guys break down who the NCAA title favorites are, who the outside podium contenders could be and what teams have to do in order to make the podium. Be sure to listen, review and subscribe!
(1:38) Parvej Khan Provisionally Suspended for EPO
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2024-09-041h 09
The Stride ReportBlue Oval Podcast: Mike Smith’s Last Dance & Ben Says Nice Things About a RivalBen and Garrett are back as they continue previewing our top-25 team rankings heading into the upcoming cross country season! This week, the guys kick-off the podcast with the news that NAU Coach Mike Smith will be joining Nike along with the news of Oregon signing Koitatoi Kidali. Then, the episode turns to teams 15-14-13-12-11–10-9-8 in our preseason rankings with analysis of each team’s ceiling and the key performers within each lineup. Be sure to listen, subscribe and review!
(2:08) Mike Smith to Join Nike in 2025
(15:37) Oregon Land...
2024-08-281h 17
The Stride ReportBlue Oval Podcast: The Stanford Conundrum & Oklahoma State’s RebuildBen and Garrett are back on the mics, continuing their in-depth evaluation of our men's and women's cross country team rankings! This week, the guys go through spots 21-20-19-18-17-16 and break down where they think the floors and ceilings of those teams will be along with how they project line-ups to look. Be sure to listen, subscribe and review!
(3:02) #21 Eastern Kentucky Men
(6:53) #21 Oklahoma State Women
(11:23) #20 Syracuse Men
(15:23) #20 Michigan State Women
(20:23) #19 Colorado Men
(25:21) #19 Wisconsin Women
(29:25) #18 Portland Men
(32:33) #18 Furman Women
(35:13) #17 Stanford Men
(41:01) #17 California Baptist Women
(42:12) #16 Villanova Men
(46:03) #16 Arkansas Women
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2024-08-2050 min
The Stride ReportBlue Oval Podcast: Comprehending Cole Hocker’s Historic Win & XC Team RankingsBen and Garrett are back in action this week to chat about the last of the Olympic track events as well as a few of the recently ranked teams in TSR's XC Top 25. The guys open the episode by discussing the men’s Olympic 1500m, 800m, steeplechase, sprints and women’s Olympic sprints before jumping into preseason cross country team rankings of 25-24-23-22 on both the men's and women's sides. If you want more insight on our rankings, this is a must-listen episode!
(2:25) Olympic Men’s 1500m
(9:49) Olympic Men’s 800m
(13:22) Olympic Men’s Steeplec...
2024-08-141h 06
The Stride ReportBlue Oval Podcast: Noah Lyles Made Us Talk About SprintingThe guys are back with an episode that includes a little bit of everything, including…sprints? This week, Ben and Garrett take to the mics to discuss standout performances from Paris, Tennessee’s new coaching hire, transfers following Sean Carlson to Colorado, the top-40 portion of our XC rankings and more. Be sure to listen, subscribe and review!
(2:43) Grant Fisher’s Olympic Success
(4:29) Nico Young Finishes 12th in Olympic Debut
(5:56) Juliette Whittaker Finishes 7th in Olympic 800m Finals
(8:33) Noah Lyles Narrowly Wins 100m Gold
(11:58) Peter Maru Suspended for Doping Violation
(16:31) Yaseen Abdalla to Arkansas
(23:24) Dean Casey, Chris Cherry & Simon...
2024-08-0655 min
The Stride ReportBlue Oval Podcast: The NCAA is About to Change DramaticallyBen and Garrett are back once again, but with a change in their regularly scheduled discussion. Instead of chatting about rankings, the guys break down Sean Carlson's huge move to Colorado and what it means for the Tennessee men and women as well. The rest of the episode then shifts to Ben and Garrett breaking down the recent NCAA antitrust settlement and what it means for cross country, track and field and the rest of the NCAA moving forward. Be sure to listen, subscribe and review!
(3:15) Sean Carlson Hired as Director at Colorado
(14:19) Guessing Candidates...
2024-07-3149 min
The Stride ReportBlue Oval Podcast: A Glimpse Into TSR’s NCAA XC Top-50 Rankings (Part One)Ben and Garrett are back this week with the first taste of our preseason XC rankings! The guys kick-off the pod with the news of Judy Kosgei heading to Clemson before going through the very first portion of our famed NCAA XC Top-50 Rankings. The guys break down who they feel just missed out on the list, who was perfectly ranked, who they would most want on their team and some of their personal favorites. Be sure to listen, subscribe and review!
(3:06) Judy Kosgei Transfers to Clemson
(8:48) Who Got Robbed? (Men)
(12:28) Who Got Robbed? (Women)
(15:58...
2024-07-2444 min
The Stride ReportBlue Oval Podcast: How On Earth Do We Rank These XC Talents?We are back with a fan-favorite episode this week! Ben and Garrett begin the podcast by discussing the moves made by David Mullarkey and Alex Millard. The guys then list off the NCAA runners who gave them the most challenges when crafting our preseason XC rankings! Be sure to subscribe, listen and review!
(2:12) David Mullarkey Transfers to Northern Arizona
(7:20) Alex Millard Switches Commitment from Boston College to Providence
(15:11) Karrie Baloga (Northern Arizona)
(17:41) Silan Ayyildiz (Oregon)
(19:37) Maggie Condon (Northern Arizona)
(22:35) Ashley Jones (Tennessee)
(25:03) Emily Covert (Notre Dame)
(28:04) Jenna Hutchins (BYU)
(33:41...
2024-07-171h 04
The Stride ReportBlue Oval Podcast: Detailing the Summer Coaching Carousel & Lucy Jenks to GeorgetownBen and Garrett are back with the first taste of the offseason coaching carousel! This week, the guys dive deep into the latest coaching news highlighted by Joanna Hayes leaving USC to join UCLA before evaluating the transfers of Lucy Jenks and Evan Dorenkamp. Be sure to listen, subscribe and review!
(2:27) Joanna Hayes Leaves USC for UCLA Director Role
(5:48) Duke Hires Kevin Jermyn as Head Distance Coach
(9:56) Tony Miller to Replace Norbert Elliot as Director at Purdue
(13:40) Matt Kane to Take Over for Bob Braman as Director at Florida State
(18:22) Mark Rinker Hired by Elon as Next Head...
2024-07-1031 min
The Stride ReportBlue Oval Podcast: Who Replaces Mark Wetmore at Colorado?Ben and Garrett are again back with another episode full of big news! The guys set the tone for the podcast with results from the U.S. Olympic Trials before switching focus to the news surrounding Colorado's decision not to extend Mark Wetmore and wrapping the episode with recent transfer news from the last week. Be sure to listen, subscribe and review!
(2:28) James Corrigan Stuns With 8:13 PR to Book Ticket to Paris in Steeplechase
(6:57) Athing Mu Falls in 800m, Will Miss Out on Olympics
(9:25) Juliette Whittaker Qualifies for Olympics
(13:25) Maggi Congdon Runs 4:02 in 1500m Semi-Final
(16:37...
2024-07-031h 08
Beyond the StrideBeyond the Stride (Ep. 22): Amina Maatoug Details Her Transfer Commitment to Washington & What Other Schools She Was ConsideringAmina Maatoug developed a reputation as one of the most lethal and dynamic distance runners in the NCAA during her time at Duke. Now, she'll venture to the opposite side of the country to join a Washington distance program that could be very special this fall.
The Dutch distance ace broke down her decision to join the Huskies, detailed what other schools she was considering and talks about the lead up to entering the transfer portal.
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2024-06-2410 min
The Stride ReportBlue Oval Podcast: Hilda Olemomoi’s Stunning Transfer Portal Entry & What Signing Maatoug Means for WashingtonThey're back yet again! Ben and Garrett reunite for a full episode behind the mics to chat about the news of Amina Maatoug heading to Washington and Hilda Olemomoi entering the transfer portal. The guys then break down their favorite nominees for TSR's End of Season Awards and give their votes for each honor. Be sure to listen, review and subscribe!
(2:22) Amina Maatoug Headed to Washington
(7:16) Hilda Olemomoi Enters Transfer Portal
(14:13) Men’s Best Freshman Nominees
(17:24) Women’s Best Freshman Nominees
(21:08) Men’s Most Improved Nominees
(25:58) Women’s Most Improved Nominees
(30:12) Men’s Best PerformanceNominees
(32:59) Women’s Be...
2024-06-1955 min
The Stride ReportBlue Oval Podcast: Parker Valby’s Historic Weekend & Upsets GaloreWhat a way to end the season! Despite some technical difficulties Ben and Garrett have returned to give you a full in-depth analysis on a historic weekend in Eugene, Oregon. The guys break down the results of each distance event, discuss some of the performances that caught them by surprise and dive deep into their thoughts on final results. Be sure to listen, review and subscribe!
(2:33) Habtom Samuel Wins 10k Title Despite Late Fall
(7:11) Parker Valby Wins 10k Gold With Meet Record 31:46
(11:01) Joe Waskom Claims Second 1500m Title Of His Career
(18:31) Maia Ramsden Wins 1500...
2024-06-121h 07
The Stride ReportBlue Oval Podcast: Maia Ramsden Headlines Insanely Deep 1500m Field & NCAA Qualifying SurprisesWhat a weekend of regional action! This week, Ben and Garrett dive deep into some regional meet analysis, including an incredibly deep women’s 1500m field, a DNF by Fouad Messaoudi in the men’s 1500m, some qualifying surprises and so much more! Be sure to listen, subscribe and review!
(2:35) Men’s 800m Results See Five 1:45 Performances in the East Region
(8:49) Stanford Women Thrive Over 800m While Chepnegetich Goes-Sub 2:00
(14:00) Fouad Messaoudi Records DNF While Oregon Qualifies Three Men in 1500m
(19:38) Maia Ramsden Dominates as 11 Other Women Go Sub-4:10 (1500) in East Region
(23:50) Top Men Hold Strong & Montan...
2024-05-2946 min
The Stride ReportBlue Oval Podcast: Parker Valby to Attempt 10k/5k Double & Ky Robinson Opts Out of 10kThe guys are back with an episode full of reactions and analysis! This week, Ben and Garrett dive into their thoughts on some of the scratches (and entries) for the D1 regional races! Highlights include Parker Valby attempting the 10k/5k double, Ky Robinson & Nico Young deciding to only run the 5k and a whole lot more. Be sure to listen, subscribe and review!
(2:17) Parker Valley to Attempt 10k/5k Double
(6:24) Ky Robinson Scratches 10k in Favor of 5k
(12:13) Elmore & Ayyildiz Scratch From 1500m to Run 5k
(18:24) Nico Young Scratches From 1500m & 800m to Run 5...
2024-05-2238 min
The Stride ReportBlue Oval Podcast: Sanu Jallow’s Incredible 1:59 (800) & Is Sam Whitmarsh the Sole NCAA 800m Title Favorite Yet?Ben is back after a week off just in time for the postseason! This week, the guys take deep dives into conference championship results including discussions around Sam Whitmarsh's ascension to being a national title favorite, the women's 800-meter national title picture, whether Ky Robinson could win ANOTHER pair of NCAA titles for the second year in a row and so much more! Be sure to listen, review and subscribe!
(3:28) Parker Valby Runs 15:07 (1500) for Win & NCAA #4 All-Time Spot
(7:03) Michaela Rose Runs 1:58 (800) to Win SEC Title
(12:02) Sam Whitmarsh Runs Scorching 1:45 (800) In Wire-to-Wire Win
(13:45) Adam Spencer Drops...
2024-05-1553 min
The Stride ReportBlue Oval Podcast: Should Nico Young Run the 1500m in the Postseason? Plus, Amina Maatoug Enters Transfer PortalIt was just a solo effort from your TSR admin as Ben was given the week off. This week, Garrett dives into some of the key results from this past weekend including Nico Young and Colin Sahlman's 1500m efforts as well as a big weekend for the Penn women. Garrett then caps the episode by diving into transfer news highlighted by Amina Maatoug entering the transfer portal. As always, be sure to listen, review and subscribe!
(4:09) Nico Young & Colin Sahlman Run 3:34 (1500m)
(7:33) Does the 1500m Make More Sense for Nico Young in the Postseason
(9:39) Penn...
2024-05-0843 min
Beyond the StrideBeyond the Stride (Ep. 19): Villanova's Liam Murphy Surprised Himself With His Crazy Kick to Win Penn RelaysVillanova's Liam Murphy has evolved into not only one of the most talented distance runners in the NCAA, but also one of the most versatile. TSR's Isaac Basten sat down with the Wildcat star to chat about his rocky start to college, emergence as a nationally competitive standout and nearly racing the two-mile instead of the mile at the Millrose Games earlier this year.
Be sure to leave a rating and review once you're finished listening and don't forget to subscribe/follow Beyond the Stride on all of your favorite podcast platforms as well!
2024-03-2635 min
The Stride ReportBlue Oval Podcast: Nico Young’s Monumental 5k Record & Kimberley May’s Stunning 4:27 Mile PRAfter another weekend where we saw an NCAA record fall, the guys are back to break it all down! This week, Ben and Garrett dive into another incredible Nico Young performance, Melissa Riggins' big-time mile win, blistering times from Essayi, Murphy and the NAU men, a stunning showing by Kimberley May and so much more! Be sure to listen, subscribe and review!
Nico Young's NCAA 5k Record (2:21)
Aaron Las Heras & Theo Quax Run 13:16 (11:00)
Women’s 800m (14:44)
Houser, Waskom, Green, McMahon-Staggs & Strangio Thrive in Mile (17:14)
Liam Murphy's Mile (20:43)
Oregon & Arkansas’ DMR (21:59)
Hutchins, Halladay-Lowry & Frentheway Run Sub-15:32 for 5...
2024-01-3057 min
Beyond the StrideBeyond the Stride (Ep. 13): Chloe Scrimgeour's Growing Confidence Led to Her Monumental RiseGeorgetown's Chloe Scrimgeour has been on a hot streak that few women in the NCAA can match. After earning All-American honors in the 5k last spring, taking 8th at the 2023 NCAA XC Championships and recently running 15:24 (5k), Scrimgeour has quickly become one of the more challenging distance runners to race against.
The Hoya star walks our audience through her tough adjustment period to the NCAA -- running 2:20 (800) in her first-ever collegiate track race -- to toeing the line against women like Parker Valby and Katelyn Tuohy.
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2024-01-2433 min
The Stride ReportBlue Oval Podcast: Are Altitude Conversions Fair? Plus, Tinoda Matsatsa Runs NCAA 1k RecordBen and Garrett are back in action after another historic weekend. On this episode, the guys break down the biggest performances of Friday and Saturday, including Nico Young's incredible mile at altitude, Tinoda Matsatsa's record-breaking 1k, the continued development of Melissa Riggins and whether altitude conversions are fair. Be sure to listen, subscribe and review!
Nico Young's Mile (2:23)
Habtom Samuel/Maggie Congdon Miles (8:47)
Altitude Conversions (10:01)
Tinoda Matsatsa's 1k NCAA Record (19:11)
Georgetown's 1k Men (23:32)
Darius Kipyego's 1k (25:14)
Melissa Riggins and Lindsay Butler's 1k Race (27:30)
Yusuf Bizimana's 800m (33:38)
Molly Hudson's Mile (34:39)
Carson Williams' Mile (37:24)
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2024-01-2341 min
Beyond the StrideBeyond the Stride (Ep. 12): Oregon Star Maddy Elmore Almost Medically Retired Until Shalane Flanagan Joined the DucksOregon's Maddy Elmore has been one of the biggest and best breakout stars in the NCAA over the last year. After dealing with multiple injuries that nearly caused her to medically retire, Elmore has gone on to have major success, running tremendous personal bests of 4:08 (1500), 4:33 (mile) and 8:50 (3k).
TSR's latest addition to our staff, All-American ace Isaac Basten, hopped on the mic for his first episode to interview the Eugene-based standout. The two chatted about Elmore's rise to national competitiveness, training with top-tier teammates and plenty more!
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2024-01-2129 min
Beyond the StrideBeyond the Stride (Ep. 3): Isaac Basten On Narrow NCAA Title Miss, Masterclass Tactics & Responding to CriticsThe Stride Report's newest interview show, Beyond the Stride, is back with yet another top collegiate distance talent! Drake standout and national title contender, Isaac Basten, joins your TSR admin, Garrett Zatlin, for a 30-minute chat!
Basten was nice enough to chat about his rise throughout the NCAA over the last few years, his development of tactics, his fascinating experiences on the national stage and A LOT more.
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Basten's introduction to Drake program (0:57)
What allows Drake to produce top contenders? (2:04)
Isaac Basten's "Welcome to the NCAA" moment (3:31)
Breakout streak of races in the spring of 2021 (5:36)
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2024-01-1331 min
Chip TimeSeason 3 Ep. 1: Preparing for an "Impossible" Ultra Marathon (feat. Charles Jiang)Welcome to Season 3 of Chip Time! The boys are back and fired up for another year of local, NCAA, and pro distance running. This week we welcome on a longtime friend and guest, Charles Jiang, for a big announcement of a monster race he has committed to run in 2023.
To support Charles' charity fundraiser, please follow this link: https://support.firstdescents.org/fundraiser/4318772
To read the article where Scotty accidentally cursed the Alabama women's cross country team: https://www.thestridereport.com/post/tsr-s-2022-23-d1-freshman-class-rankings-7-6-5-women
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2023-01-161h 02Chip TimeS2 Ep. 31: Coach Jeremy Wilk Answers Anonymous Listener QuestionsIt's almost time for the Chippy Awards! After electric seasons on the indoor track, outdoor track, and cross country course, Northwood University Coach Jeremy Wilk returns to the show for a full inside breakdown of what has gone into the NU program's success. We close up with some "anonymous" questions from our audience. Contact the show: chiptimepod@gmail.com. Leave a 5-star rating on Apple or Spotify if you enjoyed.
Scotty's latest TSR article: https://www.thestridereport.com/post/2023-d1-indoor-top-25-rankings-women-preseason-part-two
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2022-12-211h 05Chip TimeS2 Ep. 27: NCAA XC Championships Fantasy Draft Preview with Garrett Zatlin, Founder of The Stride ReportXC Nationals is finally around the corner! We welcome on a very special guest, Garrett Zatlin, the founder of The Stride Report and host of the Blue Oval Podcast to hear about his running background and what inspired him to launch a distance running website. We then pivot to breaking down D1 Regionals and close up shop with a fantasy draft of teams and individuals to preview the NCAA Championships. Contact the show: chiptimepod@gmail.com. Leave a 5-star rating on Apple or Spotify if you enjoyed.
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2022-11-161h 10Chip TimeS2 Ep. 26: Ashton Kutcher Finishes Ahead of Galen Rupp at the New York MarathonWhat better way to spend episode 26 than talking about a 26.2 mile race - the New York Marathon! Scotty covers who the heavy hitters were (as well as key absences) along with how ESPN's broadcast production was, and also Ashton Kutcher's inspirational marathon debut. We also hit on highlights from the USATF Road 5K Championships and shoutout a very nice 5-star review that was recently submitted. Contact the show: chiptimepod@gmail.com. Leave a 5-star rating on Apple or Spotify if you enjoyed.
Check out Scotty's latest article for The Stride Report: https://www.thestridereport.com/post/tsr-s-2022...
2022-11-0756 minChip TimeS2 Ep. 25: 2010 Payton Jordan 10K: Chris Solinsky's "Magical" American Record (Chip Time Classic)Another Chip Time Classic! This time we break down the legendary 10K at Payton Jordan where Chris Solinsky shocked the world and was the first non-African to ever break 27 minutes in the 10K... on a record attempt set up for Galen Rupp. We then cover the similarities between Nike's division and the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Contact the show: chiptimepod@gmail.com. Leave a 5-star rating on Apple or Spotify if you enjoyed.
Check out Scotty's latest article for The Stride Report: https://www.thestridereport.com/post/tsr-s-2022-d1-xc-top-50-individual-rankings-women-update-2
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2022-10-2449 minChip TimeS2 Ep. 24: Air Force Marathon Insight and Outcome with Mike + Highlights from the Chicago MarathonMike has returned to break down his summer training build-up that led to a dominant Crim performance and new PR at the Air Force marathon! We catch up, dive into the best and worst aspects of both training and the race, reflect on the results, and then briefly preview the Chicago Marathon. Scotty breaks down the best results from Chicago at the end. Contact the show: chiptimepod@gmail.com. Leave a 5-star rating on Apple or Spotify if you enjoyed.
Check out Scotty's latest article from TSR: https://www.thestridereport.com/post/tsr-s-2022-d1-xc-top-50-individual-rankings-women-update-1
2022-10-111h 05Chip TimeS2 Ep. 23: Turning XC into a TV-Friendly Sport + RIP to the OTCWe're back, and cross country season is in full bloom! Instead of diving into NCAA XC analysis, Scotty begins with a tribute over the history of the Oregon Track Club after the disbanding of OTC Elite. We then shift into a four-point plan to improve the TV experience of cross country meets. Contact the show: chiptimepod@gmail.com. Leave a 5-star rating on Apple or Spotify if you enjoyed.
Check out Scotty's latest article for The Stride Report: https://www.thestridereport.com/post/2022-cowboy-jamboree-preview-women
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2022-09-241h 00Chip TimeS2 Ep. 22: 2022 Crim Special! Redemption from Last Year's Debacle + GOAT Fisher?This episode covers the big RACE WEEK in the greater Michigan area where the Crim Festival of Races occurred on a beautiful Saturday morning. Many veterans smashed personal records, and many rookies conquered the challenging course for the first time. We break down the race with fellow finishers Kevin and Beth. Also, we open up the "GOAT" conversation after Grant Fisher broke his 4th American Record this year... Contact the show: chiptimepod@gmail.com. Leave a 5-star rating on Apple or Spotify if you enjoyed.
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2022-09-0755 minChip TimeS2 Ep. 21: London 2012 Olympic Men's 10K: Farah and Rupp Dethrone Bekele (Chip Time Classic)Who remembers the Nike Oregon Project!? Before the Mo Farah dynasty began, there was this group in Oregon doing crazy workouts under the radar that dared to stand up to the East African dominance at the distance events. At long last, the 2012 Olympics came along for a chance to knock out Kenenisa Bekele - widely known as the greatest track and field distance runner of all-time - who was coming off back to back Gold medals in this event. What happened out there? Who were the favorites going in? What was the legacy of this race? We take a...
2022-08-1849 min
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTFiona O'Keeffe on Her Journey in the Sport, Staying in the Present, Consistency, and Goals for 2021!LIKE | SUBSCRIBE | SHARE (: In episode twenty-seven of The Running Effect (with Dominic Schlueter), we speak with Fiona O'Keeffe. In this episode, we go through Fiona's career so far (beginning in the sport up to the present day), lessons she’s learned through the adversity she’s faced, her signing with PUMA, goals for 2021, and so much more! Show Notes for Episode 28 w/Fiona O'Keeffe: -Fiona's Stanford Profile: https://gostanford.com/sports/cross-country/roster/fiona-o-keeffe/16353 -The Stride Report Article: https://www.thestridereport.com/post/news-fahy-o-keeffe-werner-sign-with-puma -Music used for intro/outro: https...
2021-03-1747 min
Endurance Noise & Random Musings661. The SMEARING of Lazarus Lake / NCAA & USATF Buffoonery | Endurance News DailyOn September 11, Outside Online ran a hit piece on Lazarus Lake under the guise of asking its object, someone the article called the “noted” race director of a virtual ultramarathon, why he had banned entrants from using the term Black Lives Matter as a team name in the event, an act that inspired swift social-media reprisals against the RD, Gary Cantrell, whose nom de plume is Lazarus Lake.
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2020-09-2311 min
The Stride ReportThe Blue Oval Podcast: TrailerThe trailer episode of the new podcast presented by The Stride Report. We will be posting our first episode next week, so get ready! Look for us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Soundcloud, and thestridereport.com.
2019-09-1903 min