D3 Nation

D3 Nation's mission is to promote and support DIII wrestling. As former DIII student-athletes and current coaches, we have competed against incredible wrestlers, coaches, and programs. My brother and I want to bring these stories into the limelight. We will also strive to bring current news and results throughout the year. We are dedicated to growing DIII wrestling and highlighting the amazing people that are in the DIII community. Currently 118 programs strong and continuing to grow!

Episode 135 - Global Wrestling Order

ABOUT THE EPISODE Our next episode is with international wrestling guru and former D3 competitor - Global Wrestling Order. We discuss his rise on social media, D3 wrestling, North Carolina Wrestling, and of course 2025 World Championship predictions/thoughts. Give him a follow on X and IG @GlobalWrestOrderTwitter - @D3NationPodcastABOUT THE PODCAST Hosted by Anthony and Gennaro Bonaventura, former DIII wrestlers at Waynesburg University, current DIII Head Coach at Stevens Institute of Technology & DII Head Coach at Fairmont State University. The D3 Nation podcast mission is to provide DIII wrestling news and updates throughout the year. We also look forward to delivering episodes featuring DIII coaches and wrestlers as special guests to share their stories. We are both passionate about DIII wrestling and want to use this platform to keep the wrestling community educated on what is happening in DIII plus raise awareness of the amazing stories in DIII Wrestling.

09-11
32:50

Episode 134 - Brian Allen

ABOUT THE EPISODE Our next episode is with JWU Associate Head Coach Brian Allen! Coach Allen just announced he is stepping away from the JWU staff after an incredible career with the Wildcats. JWU won the NCAA team title in 2025 after taking 4th in 2024. He has been named Regional Assistant Coach of the Year sic times (2004, 2007, 2014, 2017, 2019, 2025) and also received the 2017, 2019, 2025 National Assistant Coach of the Year honor.Twitter - @D3NationPodcastABOUT THE PODCAST Hosted by Anthony and Gennaro Bonaventura, former DIII wrestlers at Waynesburg University, current DIII Head Coach at Stevens Institute of Technology & DII Head Coach at Fairmont State University. The D3 Nation podcast mission is to provide DIII wrestling news and updates throughout the year. We also look forward to delivering episodes featuring DIII coaches and wrestlers as special guests to share their stories. We are both passionate about DIII wrestling and want to use this platform to keep the wrestling community educated on what is happening in DIII plus raise awareness of the amazing stories in DIII Wrestling.

08-22
55:30

Episode 133 - Vinny Barber - Lynchburg Wrestling

ABOUT THE EPISODE Our next episode is with new Lynchburg Head Coach Vinny Barber. Coach Barber is coming off of 7 years at the University of the Ozarks, he was the Head Coach the last 3 years. Conversation includes what drew him to Lynchburg and his vision for the program.Twitter - @D3NationPodcastABOUT THE PODCAST Hosted by Anthony and Gennaro Bonaventura, former DIII wrestlers at Waynesburg University, current DIII Head Coach at Stevens Institute of Technology & DII Head Coach at Fairmont State University. The D3 Nation podcast mission is to provide DIII wrestling news and updates throughout the year. We also look forward to delivering episodes featuring DIII coaches and wrestlers as special guests to share their stories. We are both passionate about DIII wrestling and want to use this platform to keep the wrestling community educated on what is happening in DIII plus raise awareness of the amazing stories in DIII Wrestling.

08-11
28:38

Episode 132 - "The Weight" by John Giusti

ABOUT THE EPISODE Our next episode is with Delaware Valley Wrestler and now author John Giusti! John grew up wrestling in New Jersey and released his first fiction novel - The Weight: A Wrestling Novel. We discuss his book, his time at Delaware Valley, and his D3 experience. Let's support a former D3 Wrestler and buy a copy of his book today! Link below.https://a.co/d/eKmKnvOTwitter - @D3NationPodcastABOUT THE PODCAST Hosted by Anthony and Gennaro Bonaventura, former DIII wrestlers at Waynesburg University, current DIII Head Coach at Stevens Institute of Technology & DII Head Coach at Fairmont State University. The D3 Nation podcast mission is to provide DIII wrestling news and updates throughout the year. We also look forward to delivering episodes featuring DIII coaches and wrestlers as special guests to share their stories. We are both passionate about DIII wrestling and want to use this platform to keep the wrestling community educated on what is happening in DIII plus raise awareness of the amazing stories in DIII Wrestling.

08-08
50:38

Episode 131 - Cooper Pontelandolfo

ABOUT THE EPISODE Our next episode is with new Stevens Assistant Coach Cooper Pontelandolfo. The NYU standout was the first 4x All-American in program history and finished with 131 career wins. He was an NCAA Finalist at 157 this past season and was a 2x NJ State placewinner.Twitter - @D3NationPodcastABOUT THE PODCAST Hosted by Anthony and Gennaro Bonaventura, former DIII wrestlers at Waynesburg University, current DIII Head Coach at Stevens Institute of Technology & DII Head Coach at Fairmont State University. The D3 Nation podcast mission is to provide DIII wrestling news and updates throughout the year. We also look forward to delivering episodes featuring DIII coaches and wrestlers as special guests to share their stories. We are both passionate about DIII wrestling and want to use this platform to keep the wrestling community educated on what is happening in DIII plus raise awareness of the amazing stories in DIII Wrestling.

07-18
37:39

Episode 130 - Kerry Regner

ABOUT THE EPISODE Our next episode is with Albright Head Wrestling Coach Kerry Regner. Regner has been a head coach at the NAIA and DII level, he looks to build another strong program at the DIII. Regner also enjoyed a successful career on the USA Greco-Roman ladder, Albright will be joining NCAA Region 3 and the MAC in 2025-26.Twitter - @D3NationPodcastABOUT THE PODCAST Hosted by Anthony and Gennaro Bonaventura, former DIII wrestlers at Waynesburg University, current DIII Head Coach at Stevens Institute of Technology & DII Head Coach at Fairmont State University. The D3 Nation podcast mission is to provide DIII wrestling news and updates throughout the year. We also look forward to delivering episodes featuring DIII coaches and wrestlers as special guests to share their stories. We are both passionate about DIII wrestling and want to use this platform to keep the wrestling community educated on what is happening in DIII plus raise awareness of the amazing stories in DIII Wrestling.

07-04
50:49

Episode 129 - D3 Transfer & Coach Moves for 2025-26

ABOUT THE EPISODE This show the hosts discuss the latest coaching changes in D3 plus some big time transfers coming into the D3 ranks next season.Twitter - @D3NationPodcastABOUT THE PODCAST Hosted by Anthony and Gennaro Bonaventura, former DIII wrestlers at Waynesburg University, current DIII Head Coach at Stevens Institute of Technology & DII Head Coach at Fairmont State University. The D3 Nation podcast mission is to provide DIII wrestling news and updates throughout the year. We also look forward to delivering episodes featuring DIII coaches and wrestlers as special guests to share their stories. We are both passionate about DIII wrestling and want to use this platform to keep the wrestling community educated on what is happening in DIII plus raise awareness of the amazing stories in DIII Wrestling.

06-16
44:08

Episode 128 - Michael Lammer

ABOUT THE EPISODE Our next episode is with new Director of Wrestling at Delaware Valley University, Michael Lammer. Coach Lammer was on staff at Alvernia University for the last 6 seasons and wrestled at Elizabethtown College.Twitter - @D3NationPodcastABOUT THE PODCAST Hosted by Anthony and Gennaro Bonaventura, former DIII wrestlers at Waynesburg University, current DIII Head Coach at Stevens Institute of Technology & DII Head Coach at Fairmont State University. The D3 Nation podcast mission is to provide DIII wrestling news and updates throughout the year. We also look forward to delivering episodes featuring DIII coaches and wrestlers as special guests to share their stories. We are both passionate about DIII wrestling and want to use this platform to keep the wrestling community educated on what is happening in DIII plus raise awareness of the amazing stories in DIII Wrestling.

05-09
42:08

Episode 127: 2025 DIII Championship Recap

ABOUT THE EPISODE This show the hosts discuss everything DIII Championships! What a way to close out an epic DIII Wrestling season. Incredible display of wrestling in Providence, Rhode Island that concluded with an epic team race.Twitter - @D3NationPodcastABOUT THE PODCAST Hosted by Anthony and Gennaro Bonaventura, former DIII wrestlers at Waynesburg University, current DIII Head Coach at Stevens Institute of Technology & DII Head Coach at Fairmont State University. The D3 Nation podcast mission is to provide DIII wrestling news and updates throughout the year. We also look forward to delivering episodes featuring DIII coaches and wrestlers as special guests to share their stories. We are both passionate about DIII wrestling and want to use this platform to keep the wrestling community educated on what is happening in DIII plus raise awareness of the amazing stories in DIII Wrestling.

04-08
45:30

Episode 126: Head Coach Check-In w/ Lonnie Morris, Grant Zamin, & Dave Malecek

ABOUT THE EPISODE This show is 3 interviews with recently crowned NCAA Region Team Champion Head Coaches. We talk with JWU Head Coach Lonnie Morris, North Central Head Coach Grant Zamin, and UW-La Crosse Head Coach Dave Malecek. All three give their perspective of their regional performance and thoughts heading into the NCAA Championships.Twitter - @D3NationPodcastABOUT THE PODCAST Hosted by Anthony and Gennaro Bonaventura, former DIII wrestlers at Waynesburg University, current DIII Head Coach at Stevens Institute of Technology & DII Head Coach at Fairmont State University. The D3 Nation podcast mission is to provide DIII wrestling news and updates throughout the year. We also look forward to delivering episodes featuring DIII coaches and wrestlers as special guests to share their stories. We are both passionate about DIII wrestling and want to use this platform to keep the wrestling community educated on what is happening in DIII plus raise awareness of the amazing stories in DIII Wrestling.

03-11
01:12:55

Episode 125 - Region 4, 5, 6, & 7 Preview

ABOUT THE EPISODE This show wraps up the 2025 Regional Championship previews. We discuss regionals 4 through 7, top teams and individuals in each.Twitter - @D3NationPodcastABOUT THE PODCAST Hosted by Anthony and Gennaro Bonaventura, former DIII wrestlers at Waynesburg University, current DIII Head Coach at Stevens Institute of Technology & DII Head Coach at Fairmont State University. The D3 Nation podcast mission is to provide DIII wrestling news and updates throughout the year. We also look forward to delivering episodes featuring DIII coaches and wrestlers as special guests to share their stories. We are both passionate about DIII wrestling and want to use this platform to keep the wrestling community educated on what is happening in DIII plus raise awareness of the amazing stories in DIII Wrestling.

02-28
33:29

Episode 124 - Conference Recap & Region 1, 2, 3 Preview

ABOUT THE EPISODE Recap of D3 Conference Championship Weekend plus a discussion of top teams and weight classes in Region 1, 2, and 3Twitter - @D3NationPodcastABOUT THE PODCAST Hosted by Anthony and Gennaro Bonaventura, former DIII wrestlers at Waynesburg University, current DIII Head Coach at Stevens Institute of Technology & DII Head Coach at Fairmont State University. The D3 Nation podcast mission is to provide DIII wrestling news and updates throughout the year. We also look forward to delivering episodes featuring DIII coaches and wrestlers as special guests to share their stories. We are both passionate about DIII wrestling and want to use this platform to keep the wrestling community educated on what is happening in DIII plus raise awareness of the amazing stories in DIII Wrestling.

02-28
40:52

Episode 123 - 2025 National Duals Recap

ABOUT THE EPISODE Recap of NWCA National Duals - we review the top-12 finishes plus discuss semifinal and final dual meet match-ups Twitter - @D3NationPodcast ABOUT THE PODCAST Hosted by Anthony and Gennaro Bonaventura, former DIII wrestlers at Waynesburg University, current DIII Head Coach at Stevens Institute of Technology & DII Head Coach at Fairmont State University. The D3 Nation podcast mission is to provide DIII wrestling news and updates throughout the year. We also look forward to delivering episodes featuring DIII coaches and wrestlers as special guests to share their stories. We are both passionate about DIII wrestling and want to use this platform to keep the wrestling community educated on what is happening in DIII plus raise awareness of the amazing stories in DIII Wrestling.

01-24
30:02

Episode 122 - December 2024 Recap

ABOUT THE EPISODE Recap of the first half of December - Messiah Petrofes Invitational, New Standard Invitational, North Central Invitational, and more. Twitter - @D3NationPodcast ABOUT THE PODCAST Hosted by Anthony and Gennaro Bonaventura, former DIII wrestlers at Waynesburg University, current DIII Head Coach at Stevens Institute of Technology & DII Head Coach at Fairmont State University. The D3 Nation podcast mission is to provide DIII wrestling news and updates throughout the year. We also look forward to delivering episodes featuring DIII coaches and wrestlers as special guests to share their stories. We are both passionate about DIII wrestling and want to use this platform to keep the wrestling community educated on what is happening in DIII plus raise awareness of the amazing stories in DIII Wrestling.

01-24
41:14

Episode 121 - November Review & What's Next

ABOUT THE EPISODE Recap of November, top teams and wrestlers in D3, and what’s coming up in December.Twitter - @D3NationPodcast | Rokfin - @D3NationABOUT THE PODCAST Hosted by Anthony and Gennaro Bonaventura, former DIII wrestlers at Waynesburg University, current DIII Head Coach at Stevens Institute of Technology & DII Head Coach at Fairmont State University. The D3 Nation podcast mission is to provide DIII wrestling news and updates throughout the year. We also look forward to delivering episodes featuring DIII coaches and wrestlers as special guests to share their stories. We are both passionate about DIII wrestling and want to use this platform to keep the wrestling community educated on what is happening in DIII plus raise awareness of the amazing stories in DIII Wrestling.

12-06
32:23

Episode 120 - Colton McCrystal

ABOUT THE EPISODE Our next episode is with new Nebraska Wesleyan University Head Coach Colton McCrystal. We discuss his time at Nebraska, what he learned under Coach Manning and Snyder, his coaching career beginning and his vision for NWU wrestling. Twitter - @D3NationPodcast | Rokfin - @D3Nation ABOUT THE PODCAST Hosted by Anthony and Gennaro Bonaventura, former DIII wrestlers at Waynesburg University, current DIII Head Coach at Stevens Institute of Technology & DII Head Coach at Fairmont State University. The D3 Nation podcast mission is to provide DIII wrestling news and updates throughout the year. We also look forward to delivering episodes featuring DIII coaches and wrestlers as special guests to share their stories. We are both passionate about DIII wrestling and want to use this platform to keep the wrestling community educated on what is happening in DIII plus raise awareness of the amazing stories in DIII Wrestling.

12-02
40:51

Episode 119 - 2024 Week 1 & 2 Review + Preview of Week 3 Events

ABOUT THE EPISODE Episode recapping dual and tournament results from the first two weeks of the season. We also look ahead at some high level events coming up in November. Twitter - @D3NationPodcast | Rokfin - @D3Nation ABOUT THE PODCAST Hosted by Anthony and Gennaro Bonaventura, former DIII wrestlers at Waynesburg University, current DIII Head Coach at Stevens Institute of Technology & DII Head Coach at Fairmont State University. The D3 Nation podcast mission is to provide DIII wrestling news and updates throughout the year. We also look forward to delivering episodes featuring DIII coaches and wrestlers as special guests to share their stories. We are both passionate about DIII wrestling and want to use this platform to keep the wrestling community educated on what is happening in DIII plus raise awareness of the amazing stories in DIII Wrestling.

11-16
26:33

Episode 118 - 2024-25 Season Preview

ABOUT THE EPISODE Fun episode with another DIII Wrestling enthusiast and media source, Stephen Stonebraker. We take a look at some of the top headlines heading into the season, team preview, and weight class preview. Twitter - @D3NationPodcast | Rokfin - @D3Nation ABOUT THE PODCAST Hosted by Anthony and Gennaro Bonaventura, former DIII wrestlers at Waynesburg University, current DIII Head Coach at Stevens Institute of Technology & DII Head Coach at Fairmont State University. The D3 Nation podcast mission is to provide DIII wrestling news and updates throughout the year. We also look forward to delivering episodes featuring DIII coaches and wrestlers as special guests to share their stories. We are both passionate about DIII wrestling and want to use this platform to keep the wrestling community educated on what is happening in DIII plus raise awareness of the amazing stories in DIII Wrestling.

11-01
52:35

Episode 117 - Jon Egan

ABOUT THE EPISODE Conversation with Roger Williams Head Coach Jon Egan, talks about his recruitment to RWU as a wrestler and to be the next Head Coach after working in the finance world post college. Coach Egan has lead the Hawks to incredible success on the regional and national level during his tenure as the Head Coach. Twitter - @D3NationPodcast | Rokfin - @D3Nation ABOUT THE PODCAST Hosted by Anthony and Gennaro Bonaventura, former DIII wrestlers at Waynesburg University, current DIII Head Coach at Stevens Institute of Technology & DII Head Coach at Fairmont State University. The D3 Nation podcast mission is to provide DIII wrestling news and updates throughout the year. We also look forward to delivering episodes featuring DIII coaches and wrestlers as special guests to share their stories. We are both passionate about DIII wrestling and want to use this platform to keep the wrestling community educated on what is happening in DIII plus raise awareness of the amazing stories in DIII Wrestling.

10-07
40:14

Episode 116 - Matt Gentry

ABOUT THE EPISODE Conversation with new University of Chicago Head Coach Matt Gentry. He has been the Head Assistant at Chicago for the last three seasons. Gentry was a standout grappler at Stanford, he won the DI 157 NCAA title and represented Canada at the 2008 and 2012 Olympic Games. Twitter - @D3NationPodcast | Rokfin - @D3Nation ABOUT THE PODCAST Hosted by Anthony and Gennaro Bonaventura, former DIII wrestlers at Waynesburg University, current DIII Head Coach at Stevens Institute of Technology & DII Head Coach at Fairmont State University. The D3 Nation podcast mission is to provide DIII wrestling news and updates throughout the year. We also look forward to delivering episodes featuring DIII coaches and wrestlers as special guests to share their stories. We are both passionate about DIII wrestling and want to use this platform to keep the wrestling community educated on what is happening in DIII plus raise awareness of the amazing stories in DIII Wrestling.

08-28
55:16

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