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Jon is from Riceville, IA, where he was a 4x state qualifier and 3x placewinner. He went on to wrestle at Central College and was a 3x AA and 2x national champ. Jon made the U.S. national team in 1998, finished 3rd at the 98 WTT and also placed 4th at the 2000 Olympic Trials. He’s been the head coach at the University of Dubuque since 2002 and has only added to his elite résumé. In 2024, Jon was inducted into the Riceville HOF. So please, sit back, relax and enjoy, Head Coach Jon McGovern!Euphoria Coffee website: https://www.drinkeuphoriacoffee2go.com/Let's Talk Wrestling website: https://letstalkwrestlingpodcast.my.canva.site/

Noah is from Epworth, IA and was a 2x state qualifier for the Bobcats. After placing 6th as a senior, Noah went to the University of Dubuque for a stint. He later enlisted in the marines and served 6 years. Nowadays, Noah is out west as a firefighter in LA County. Noah has a great perspective on life and that is what makes this episode so valuable. So please, sit back, relax and enjoy, Noah Southworth!Euphoria Coffee website: https://www.drinkeuphoriacoffee2go.com/Let's Talk Wrestling website: https://letstalkwrestlingpodcast.my.canva.site/

Ty is from Glenwood, IA, where he describes himself as a “late bloomer”. He was a 3x state qualifier, 2x state finalist and a state champ his senior year. Ty’s upward trajectory continued at Augustana University, as he became just the third 4x AA in Vikings history. He was recently inducted into the Augustana Athletics Hall of Fame for his accomplishments. So please, sit back, relax and enjoy, Ty Copsey!Euphoria Coffee website: https://www.drinkeuphoriacoffee2go.com/Let's Talk Wrestling website: https://letstalkwrestlingpodcast.my.canva.site/

Brett is from Bennington, NE and was a 4x state champ for the Badgers, finishing with a career record of 171-4. Brett went on to wrestle at St. Cloud State, where he was a 4x DII AA. He won a national title as a freshman before finishing 3rd and 4th twice. After graduating, Brett went to the University of Iowa, received his Doctorate of Physical Therapy and currently works at Rock Valley Physical Therapy. So please, sit back, relax and enjoy, Dr. Brett Velasquez!Euphoria Coffee website: https://www.drinkeuphoriacoffee2go.com/Let's Talk Wrestling website: https://letstalkwrestlingpodcast.my.canva.site/

Jake is from Battle Creek, IA and went to OABCIG HS. He was a 2x state qualifier, finishing 5th as a senior. Jake went to UNI, where he got his foot in the coaching door. He helped out at Waterloo West with Steve Farrell and Independence with Mike Doyle. He also did some work with the Iron Sharpens Iron camps throughout the summer. Jake is now a teacher at Bellevue East in Nebraska and is gearing up for his second season as head coach of the Chieftains. So please, sit back, relax and enjoy, Head Coach Jake Nieman!Euphoria Coffee website: https://www.drinkeuphoriacoffee2go.com/Let's Talk Wrestling website: https://letstalkwrestlingpodcast.my.canva.site/

Frank is from Odin, IL and wrestled at Centralia HS, where he was inducted into the Centralia Sports Hall of Fame in 2024. Frank competed at Lincoln College, where he was an NJCAA AA, before finishing his career at Bloomsburg University. After competing, Frank entered the coaching ranks, with stints at Bloomsburg, Buffalo, Binghamton and NC State before being hired as head coach at George Mason. Over the past 7 seasons, Frank has built the Patriots into a well-respectable program. So please, sit back, relax and enjoy, Head Coach Frank Beasley!GMU Wrestling Donation Link:https://securemason.gmu.edu/s/1564/GID2/16/19-giving.aspx?sid=1564&gid=2&pgid=651&cid=1709&sort=1&bledit=1&dids=43.869&appealcode=26ATMWPEWC (Patriot Elite Wrestling Club) RTC Donation Link:https://patriotelitewrestlingclub.totalcamps.com/shop/product/17258Euphoria Coffee website: https://www.drinkeuphoriacoffee2go.com/Let's Talk Wrestling website: https://letstalkwrestlingpodcast.my.canva.site/

Mark is from Eagle Grove, IA and is one of the best to ever don the purple and gold. He placed 6th as a freshman before ripping off 3 straight state titles for the Eagles. Mark started his college career at Iowa State before transferring to Wartburg. He went on to become a 2x AA and was a part of 2 national team titles. Mark has spent the last 12 years as a volunteer assistant coach for the Knights. So please, sit back, relax and enjoy, Mark Kist!Euphoria Coffee website: https://www.drinkeuphoriacoffee2go.com/Let's Talk Wrestling website: https://letstalkwrestlingpodcast.my.canva.site/

Brandon is from Shenandoah, IA and attended Lewis Central HS, where the 01 team he was on is arguably the best in state history. He would go on to place 4 times and win 3 state titles. Brandon went to Oklahoma State and was an AA for the Cowboys, finishing 5th as a sophomore. He went on to secure his doctorate and is now a radiologist while still hanging around the wrestling program as their team doctor. So please, sit back, relax and enjoy, Dr. Brandon Mason!Euphoria Coffee website: https://www.drinkeuphoriacoffee2go.com/Let's Talk Wrestling website: https://letstalkwrestlingpodcast.my.canva.site/

Garrett is from Murrysville, PA and attended Franklin Regional HS. His high school career ended in some disappointment, as he never qualified for the state tournament. However, as we’ve found many times throughout this podcast, high school accolades don’t mean squat when it comes to college success. Garrett, now at Ohio University, is a 2x NCAA qualifier and a MAC champion. With one year left, he has sights set on becoming an AA and more. So please, sit back, relax and enjoy, Garrett Thompson!Euphoria Coffee website: https://www.drinkeuphoriacoffee2go.com/Let's Talk Wrestling website: https://letstalkwrestlingpodcast.my.canva.site/

Blake is from Decorah, IA and was a 2x placer for the Vikings. He went to Wartburg and finished 5th as a junior, helping the Knights to their first-ever national championship. After graduating, Blake entered the coaching scene with a stint at Center Point-Urbana before spending over 20 years as head coach between Solon and Cedar Rapids Prairie. So please, sit back, relax and enjoy, Blake Williams!Euphoria Coffee website: https://www.drinkeuphoriacoffee2go.com/Let's Talk Wrestling website: https://letstalkwrestlingpodcast.my.canva.site/

Joel is from Pleasant Hill, IA and wrestled for the Southeast Polk Rams. He was a 3x placewinner, winning a state title as a junior. Joel began his career at the University of Iowa and had a successful couple years there. Prior to this past season, he decided to transfer to St. Cloud State, where he finished 2nd at the DII national tournament. So please, sit back, relax and enjoy, Joel Jesuroga!Euphoria Coffee website: https://www.drinkeuphoriacoffee2go.com/Let's Talk Wrestling website: https://letstalkwrestlingpodcast.my.canva.site/

Dalton is from Missouri Valley, IA, which is about as far west as you can get in Iowa before you cross the border into Nebraska. At Missouri Valley HS, he was a 3x placewinner and 2x state champ. Dalton started his career at Iowa State, where he was a national qualifier as a sophomore. He then transferred to Nebraska-Kearney, finishing as a 2x finalist and national champ for the Lopers. Dalton hopped on staff as an assistant coach in 2012, moved to associate head coach in 2015 and officially took over the program as head coach in 2016. As head coach, he has lead the Lopers to 2 national team titles, including one this past season. So please, sit back, relax and enjoy, Head Coach Dalton Jensen!Euphoria Coffee website: https://www.drinkeuphoriacoffee2go.com/Let's Talk Wrestling website: https://letstalkwrestlingpodcast.my.canva.site/

Matt is from Glenwood, IA. He was a 4x state qualifier for the Rams, placing 5th as a junior and winning a state title as a senior. Matt spent his redshirt year at Iowa before transferring to Nebraska-Kearney and becoming a Loper legend. Matt was a 5x AA, placing 4th and 5th to go along with 2 national titles. In 2022, he helped lead UNK to their first team title since 2013. After spending two years as a teacher and head wrestling coach at Bellevue East HS in Nebraska, Matt is now an assistant wrestling coach at North Dakota State. So please, sit back, relax and enjoy, Assistant Coach Matt Malcom!Euphoria Coffee website: https://www.drinkeuphoriacoffee2go.com/Let's Talk Wrestling website: https://letstalkwrestlingpodcast.my.canva.site/

Dave is from Riceville, IA, where he was recently inducted into the Riceville High School Hall of Fame. Dave went on to wrestle at UW-La Crosse and earned AA honors after placing 3rd his senior. Dave just finished up his 29th year as head coach at Luther College and he has built quite the résumé. Along with his tenure, his Train Like A Norseman camps and Luther College Open has become well known across the country. This one is worth the listen, folks. So please, sit back, relax and enjoy, Head Coach Dave Mitchell!Euphoria Coffee website: https://www.drinkeuphoriacoffee2go.com/Let's Talk Wrestling website: https://letstalkwrestlingpodcast.my.canva.site/

Nelson is from Iowa City, IA and wrestled for the Iowa City West Trojans. He shocked the wrestling world when he committed to the University of Iowa. As a Hawkeye, Nelson constantly battled, with everything culminating his junior year with a 5th place finish at nationals to earn AA status. Nelson recently accepted the head wrestling position at Iowa City Regina. He’s also turned into a mountain man, having climbed now 47 14ers. So please, sit back, relax and enjoy, Nelson Brands!Euphoria Coffee website: https://www.drinkeuphoriacoffee2go.com/Let's Talk Wrestling website: https://letstalkwrestlingpodcast.my.canva.site/

Hunter is from Iowa City, IA and was an Iowa City West Trojan. He was a 4x state finalist and 3x state champion. Hunter took his talents to Palo Alto, CA to attend Stanford University. He’s taken it up a notch, as he’s a 2x AA for the Cardinal at 165 lbs. He’s also won a couple gold medals at the Pan Ams, one in freestyle in 2024 and one in Greco this past April where he also collected bronze in freestyle. Future is bright for this guy, both in wrestling and in life. So please, sit back, relax and enjoy, Hunter Garvin!Euphoria Coffee website: https://www.drinkeuphoriacoffee2go.com/Let's Talk Wrestling website: https://letstalkwrestlingpodcast.my.canva.site/

Colton is from Traer, IA, but attended Belle Plaine High School. Gotta show some love for the Traer roots! As a Plainsmen, Colton was a 4x placewinner and state champion his senior year. He wrestled collegiately for Wartburg and also majored in Biology. Colton went on to complete his degree at the University of Iowa and is now working in pediatric orthopedics at Gundersen Health Systems in La Crosse, WI. He also helps out at the Boys & Girls Club with their youth wrestling. So please, sit back, relax and enjoy, Colton Wagner!Euphoria Coffee website: https://www.drinkeuphoriacoffee2go.com/Let's Talk Wrestling website: https://letstalkwrestlingpodcast.my.canva.site/

Kolby is from DuBois, PA and put together one heck of a career. He was a Fargo champ, a 3x Ironman placewinner, a prep state champion. He also won two college opens as a senior in high school. Kolby chose to attend the University of Iowa. However, after dealing with a series of neck injuries, Kolby decided to medically forfeit from the sport. Although his competing career came to an end, Kolby found a new passion in coaching, as he is now a coach at the Hawkeye Wrestling Academy. So please, sit back, relax and enjoy, Kolby Franklin!Euphoria Coffee website: https://www.drinkeuphoriacoffee2go.com/Let's Talk Wrestling website: https://letstalkwrestlingpodcast.my.canva.site/

Jeremiah is from Cambridge, WI and started wrestling as a freshman in high school. By the time he graduated, he put together a real respectable career. He was named team MVP as a junior, team captain as a senior, placed at Fargo in both greco and freestyle while also capturing 3rd at the Wisconsin state tournament. Jeremiah attended the University of Iowa, where he became a four-year letterwinner for the black and gold. In 2018, he won the UWW Junior Nationals and took home gold at the Junior Pan Am Championships. Jeremiah is now a fitness professional, having been ATG certified. If you want more information on his services, you can find him on instagram at moodys.movement. So please, sit back, relax and enjoy, Jeremiah Moody!Jeremiah Moody's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moodys.movement/Euphoria Coffee website: https://www.drinkeuphoriacoffee2go.com/Let's Talk Wrestling website: https://letstalkwrestlingpodcast.my.canva.site/

Ryder is from Indianola, IA, where he collected quite the accolades. He was a 4x placewinner, 2x finalist and a state champ his senior year in one of the most memorable matches in recent history. Ryder also got it done in the classroom, as he was valedictorian of his high school class that included 273 students in all. Now at UNI, Ryder is putting his talent on display at the collegiate level. He was a Big 12 champ last year and made the round of 12 at the NCAA tournament. And of course, he was first team academic All-Big 12. Currently in his RS sophomore year, Ryder is rolling into the NCAA tournament in a wide-open 157-pound weight class. So please, sit back, relax and enjoy, Ryder Downey!Euphoria Coffee website: https://www.drinkeuphoriacoffee2go.com/Let's Talk Wrestling website: https://letstalkwrestlingpodcast.my.canva.site/