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WCDO Radio Sports Director Nate Lull catches up with athletes, coaches, media members, public figures and entrepreneurs in upstate New York.
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Nate talks with Sammi Massey, an 8th grade wrestling standout from Mount Markham in Section III. Sammi won a state title last season as a 7th grader at 94 pounds and finished the year with a 39-2 record, with both losses coming against boys. At the time of this episode, her record this season is 19-1. She is joined by Nate Leonard, head coach of the Gorilla Grapplers Wrestling Club and a longtime friend of the show. Sammi talks about making the trip to Sidney several times each week to train ...
Nate sits down with country music star Jason Michael Carroll ahead of his special holiday concert in Sidney. The show has since taken place and benefited Toys for Tots and Operation Merry Christmas. Jason has built a remarkable career in country music, with his 2007 debut album, "Waitin’ in the Country," reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart and producing hits like “Alyssa Lies,” “Livin’ Our Love Song,” and “I Can Sleep When I’m Dead.” He shares his background, his journey ...
Nate is back with Jeff Mlinar from Empire State Takeover for the annual Section IV Girls Basketball preview with a focus on the WCDO listening area. Jeff and Nate break down the teams and players making noise around our region. With coverage that spans most of New York State along with parts of Vermont, Pennsylvania, and Massachusetts, Jeff brings a wide perspective and a deep understanding of the game. His commitment to shining a light on small schools is a big part of what makes this conver...
Nate is joined by Dylan Thompson, a Hunter-Tannersville graduate and owner of Dylan Thompson Golf LLC. Dylan is a Class-A PGA Golf Professional who has spent 20 years at Christman’s Windham House Resort in Windham, New York. He shares his golf journey and why teaching the game has become such a passion. Dylan has coached several top local high school golf athletes and is widely regarded for his ability to quickly identify and correct issues in a player’s game or swing. This episode was record...
Nate welcomes Marc Cerbone to the show, a 1992 Sidney graduate whose baseball career took him around the world and even to the Olympics. Marc was a standout pitcher at SCS, and in his senior year he threw the only perfect game in school history against Walton. He played NAIA baseball at Dominican University before beginning an 11-year professional career that included several seasons in Italy. Marc also represented Team Italy in international tournaments, including the 2000 Olympics in Sydney...
The Nate Lull Podcast presents: The Story of Lady Upton. Nate and co-host Rich Turnbull share the remarkable story of Lady Upton, a nationally known harness racing horse from the small community of Mount Upton, New York. Born in 1864, she became one of the most successful “athletes” to ever come out of Chenango County, dominating regional racetracks in the 1870s and 1880s. Despite her success, Lady Upton still worked as a farm horse for the Chamberlain family, who played a significant role in...
Nate catches up with Mallory Frazier, a 2020 graduate of Unatego and a multi-sport athlete who competed in basketball and softball for the Spartans. Mallory reflects on her college experience and how she discovered her passion for working in sports, with a focus on game day operations. She talks about her recent internship with the Oneonta Outlaws and how she has embraced the grind and hard work it takes to build a career in the sports industry.
Nate sits down with 1997 Charlotte Valley alumna, Rena Goble, who is among the most accomplished athletes in Wildcats history. A standout on the basketball court, she finished with 2,121 points, which at the time was the most in Section IV history. Rena went on to play at the Division-II level for Southern Connecticut State University before building a life and career in Orlando, Florida. In this episode, she reflects on her playing career and the journey that’s shaped her life beyond the gam...
This special episode of The Nate Lull Podcast revisits Nate’s 2021 conversation with legendary coach, Nick Lambros (1937–2025), who passed away on September 30th. Coach Lambros made a lasting impact on generations of athletes and coaches across upstate New York through his decades of work at Hartwick College and beyond. His passion for the game, dedication to his players and love for the community shine through in this interview. We’re honored to share this conversation once again in memory o...
Nate heads to Western New York for a special edition interview at St. Bonaventure University. He sits down with Jim Crowley, head coach of the Bonnies Women’s Basketball program. A Windsor native with deep roots in Section IV, Crowley shares memories of recruiting standout players from small schools near his hometown, including Laycee Drake, Courtney Mattingly, Mariah Ruff, Miranda Drummond and more. He also opens up about his coaching journey and the path that ultimately led him back to WNY,...
Nate is joined by Unatego alum and local marathon canoe paddler, Austin Henchey, for a special recap of the 2025 AuSable River Canoe Marathon in Michigan. Also, be sure to check out the ARCM preview episode featuring his race partner, Jake Crotser. This was Austin’s first time at the AuSable, and he takes us through the journey from start to finish. Hear about his training, what it was like to paddle through the night, and how the duo handled the many obstacles they encountered along the way....
Nate presents another local wrestling feature with Gorilla Grapplers Coach, Nate Leonard, and Deposit-Hancock standout, Landyn Shaffer. It has been a remarkable summer on the mat for Landyn, highlighted by a second place finish at the Fargo National Tournament in North Dakota. Wrestlers must qualify to compete at Fargo, which attracts top talent from across the country. Landyn and Coach Leonard share their perspectives on what it was like to make waves in the wrestling world, and why it was e...
Nate connects with a true coaching legend, former Hartwick Men’s Soccer Coach, Jim Lennox. Jim spent 27 years at Hartwick, closing his career with 318 wins and leading his squad to the 1977 NCAA Division-I title. His teams made 13 NCAA Tournament appearances, including five trips to the Final Four. Jim also played a key role with the U.S. Soccer program and, in 2013, received the Walt Chyzowych Award for Lifetime Achievement. He coached back-to-back Hermann Trophy winners, Glenn Myernick in 1...
Nate celebrates a major milestone with Episode 300 of the podcast. He welcomes the only two coaches in the 52-year history of the Oneonta Girls Soccer program: Helen Sandford and Jerry Mackey. Helen started the program in 1973 and led it for 30 years, while Jerry has continued to build on her legacy, guiding the Jackets to sustained success, including a state title in 2013. Helen looks back on the Title IX era, her approach to coaching, and why the success of her players has always meant more...
Nate sits down with Oneonta native, Jake Crotser, ahead of the 2025 AuSable River Canoe Marathon in Michigan. Now living in South Carolina, Jake makes frequent trips north to New York and Michigan to train and race. This year, he’ll be paddling with Austin Henchey of Otego, who is making his ARCM debut. Jake shares how he and Austin are preparing for the race and why he’s come to love competing in it every July.
Nate travels back to Franklin Central School to catch up with FCS Boys Soccer standout, Jake Kingsbury. A rising junior, Jake has been playing varsity since 7th grade and is now a three-sport athlete across several combined Unatego/Franklin teams. The conversation covers how he balances school athletics with his travel commitments for the Binghamton Rush program.
Nate welcomes back Cam Hayes, coordinator of the Blend-A-Rama 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament. The 2025 event will take place on August 2nd and 3rd in downtown Oneonta on Main Street. Cam discusses his efforts to increase team participation this year and how past experiences have shaped his approach. Be sure to come out and support this exciting community weekend!
Nate hits the road to the eastern edge of Section IV for a special edition episode at Windham-Ashland-Jewett CSD. WAJ was recently honored as the 2025 NYSPHSAA Girls Alpine Skiing State Champions, and the school held a celebration to mark the occasion. Tune in to find out why the team received their state championship plaque months after the race had ended. Spoiler alert: it’s a great reason! This episode is presented in three parts. First, Nate sits down with WAJ coaches Reggie Willcocks and...
Nate travels to SUNY Morrisville to sit down with Celeste Baldwin and Anyssia Ingersoll. Celeste is a Bainbridge-Guilford alumna, and Anyssia hails from Mexico, NY. Both are members of the Mustangs Women's Basketball team and were key former players on Nate's Armadillos squad. Celeste also plays softball, while Anyssia competes on the lacrosse team. Anyssia is one of the top female motocross riders in the Northeast as well. Listen in to hear how they balance multiple athletic activities at th...
Nate hosts three local basketball officials in the WCDO conference room for a behind-the-scenes look at the state of officiating in our part of Section IV. Nate's three guests include Kevin Wilbur (Boys President for Board 46, DA grad, current D3 college official), Kyle Buel (Franklin grad, played at SUNY Morrisville), and Mariah Ruff (Oneonta alumna, played at D1 St. Bonaventure). Hear about the crisis NYS faces with lack of officials and learn why this could be an excellent side career for ...
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