In the Corner

Two-time captain and 2018 champ Joey Quiñones shares his ambitious estimate of how many short-stack pancakes he can eat in one sitting, how to allow the “supercomputer part of your brain” to shine, and Mr. Frack's memorable lesson that “if you aren’t prepared to be cut in a knife fight, you aren’t prepared for a knife fight.”  Learn more about the ND Men's Boxing Club's fundraising efforts for the Holy Cross Missions in Bangladesh and donate here: https://app.mobilecause.com/vf/bengal For the latest on the club, follow BengalBoutsBoxing on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bengalboutsboxing/?hl=en Music: "The Boxer" by Carbon Leaf. Permission generously granted by Constant Ivy Music.

Current Bengal Bouts president and two-time champ Dan O'Brien shares how the club is working to achieve big goals in this uniquely challenging year, how he measures his success against himself rather than others, and why he loves "doing the work."  Learn more about the ND Men's Boxing Club's fundraising efforts for the Holy Cross Missions in Bangladesh and donate here: https://app.mobilecause.com/vf/bengal For the latest on the club, follow BengalBoutsBoxing on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bengalboutsboxing/?hl=en Music: "The Boxer" by Carbon Leaf. Permission generously granted by Constant Ivy Music.

Last year's Bengal Bouts president and champ Parker Revers shares how he approached leadership of the club, the three goals that drove him, and the supposed reason for the wetness on his pants in this photo. Learn more about the ND Men's Boxing Club's fundraising efforts for the Holy Cross Missions in Bangladesh and donate here: https://app.mobilecause.com/vf/bengal For the latest on the club, follow BengalBoutsBoxing on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bengalboutsboxing/?hl=en Music: "The Boxer" by Carbon Leaf. Permission generously granted by Constant Ivy Music.

2010 grad Chris Cugliari shares how boxing remains a big part of his life, giving him incredible experiences across the US and abroad, and reveals the origin behind an enduring tradition at every Bengal Bouts practice. Check out Chris's organization Gloves Not Guns that supports boxing programs working with at-risk youth at glovesnotguns.org. Learn more about the ND Men's Boxing Club's fundraising efforts for the Holy Cross Missions in Bangladesh and donate here: https://app.mobilecause.com/vf/bengal For the latest on the club, follow BengalBoutsBoxing on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bengalboutsboxing/?hl=en Music: "The Boxer" by Carbon Leaf. Permission generously granted by Constant Ivy Music.

Current senior and Bengal Bouts captain Ryan Smith shares about the many levels to his boxing nickname, the joy he found in Bangladesh, and why Mom always gets the first hug.  Learn more about the ND Men's Boxing Club's fundraising efforts for the Holy Cross Missions in Bangladesh and donate here: https://app.mobilecause.com/vf/bengal For the latest on the club, follow BengalBoutsBoxing on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bengalboutsboxing/?hl=en Music: "The Boxer" by Carbon Leaf. Permission generously granted by Constant Ivy Music.

2017 ND Men's Boxing president and Larry Ash Award winner Jack Considine offers insight into his epic bout with Pat Gordon, describes the website he designed that drummed up a lot of buzz for the tournament matchups, and even turns the tables on Matt. Learn more about the ND Men's Boxing Club's fundraising efforts for the Holy Cross Missions in Bangladesh and donate here: https://app.mobilecause.com/vf/bengal For the latest on the club, follow BengalBoutsBoxing on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bengalboutsboxing/?hl=en  Music: "The Boxer" by Carbon Leaf. Permission generously granted by Constant Ivy Music.

2020 Larry Ash Award winner Johnny Link shares candidly his regrets, his growth, and how an overheard comment from Matt before they became friends fueled a fire in him. Learn more about the ND Men's Boxing Club's fundraising efforts for the Holy Cross Missions in Bangladesh and donate here: https://app.mobilecause.com/vf/bengal Music: "The Boxer" by Carbon Leaf. Permission generously granted by Constant Ivy Music.

2019 grad Cam Nolan opens our new season supporting the ND Men's Boxing Club, answering Matt's "great questions."  Cam shares about the experience of ending a Bengal Bouts championship in a tie, the power of combining competition and service, and his awesome life lesson learned through boxing: "You have to sweat." Learn more about the ND Men's Boxing Club's fundraising efforts for the Holy Cross Missions in Bangladesh and donate here: https://app.mobilecause.com/vf/bengal Music: "The Boxer" by Carbon Leaf. Permission generously granted by Constant Ivy Music.

The 2018-2019 Women's Boxing Club president Marissa Kivi talks about her pre-bout routine, learning that she can "take up space," and the lasting memories she and her friends have of "CrossFit Man." Learn more about the ND Women's Boxing Club's fundraising efforts for education in Uganda and donate here: https://app.mobilecause.com/vf/Baraka You can also help out by purchasing gear here: www.bsnteamsports.com/shop/fQ8PmEZcD6 Music: "The Boxer" by Carbon Leaf. Permission generously granted by Constant Ivy Music.

Grace's interview ranges from hilarious to heartening.  Her hot seat answers fly as fast as her fists, and she shares how she tries to live out her personal mantra in the ring, in the classroom, and in all parts of her life. Learn more about the ND Women's Boxing Club's fundraising efforts for education in Uganda and donate here: https://app.mobilecause.com/vf/Baraka You can also help out by purchasing gear here: www.bsnteamsports.com/shop/fQ8PmEZcD6 Music: "The Boxer" by Carbon Leaf. Permission generously granted by Constant Ivy Music.

Current Baraka Bouts president Meg Guilfoile shares her passion for fundraising for the Holy Cross Missions, which was fueled by her transformative experience in Uganda.  She also offers insights into the club's creativity and persistence to make the most of this unprecedented season.  They're closing in on their fundraising goal for the Holy Cross Missions! Learn more about the ND Women's Boxing Club's fundraising efforts for education in Uganda and donate here: https://app.mobilecause.com/vf/Baraka You can also help out by purchasing gear here: www.bsnteamsports.com/shop/fQ8PmEZcD6 Music: "The Boxer" by Carbon Leaf. Permission generously granted by Constant Ivy Music.

2016 Notre Dame grad Shannon Bugos joins the podcast to talk about the many ways that Baraka Bouts has shaped her, the layers of meaning behind her unique boxing nickname, and how she overcame obstacles to have a lot of fun in the ring. Learn more about the ND Women's Boxing Club's fundraising efforts for education in Uganda and donate here: https://app.mobilecause.com/vf/Baraka You can also help out by purchasing gear here: www.bsnteamsports.com/shop/fQ8PmEZcD6 Music: "The Boxer" by Carbon Leaf. Permission generously granted by Constant Ivy Music.

Matt and Maeve break down arguably the best bout of the last decade and discuss the club's impact on her life personally and professionally.   Learn more about the ND Women's Boxing Club's fundraising efforts for education in Uganda and donate here: https://app.mobilecause.com/vf/Baraka You can also help out by purchasing gear here: www.bsnteamsports.com/shop/fQ8PmEZcD6 Music: "The Boxer" by Carbon Leaf. Permission generously granted by Constant Ivy Music.

Matt and Syd talk habits, sweet forest green ND boxing merch, and competing in the ring against her best friend.   The gear shop is live!  Check out all the awesome pieces Sydney's put together and contribute to the cause!  Learn more about the ND Women's Boxing Club's fundraising efforts for education in Uganda and donate here: https://app.mobilecause.com/vf/Baraka Music: "The Boxer" by Carbon Leaf. Permission generously granted by Constant Ivy Music.

Matt riffs with his sister Casey about their parents' reaction to her boxing, their infamous Fall Break workouts, and misconceptions about Baraka Bouts.   Learn more about the ND Women's Boxing Club's fundraising efforts for education in Uganda and donate here: https://app.mobilecause.com/vf/Baraka You can also help out by purchasing gear here: www.bsnteamsports.com/shop/fQ8PmEZcD6 Music: "The Boxer" by Carbon Leaf. Permission generously granted by Constant Ivy Music.

Madalyn Schulte kicks off the inaugural episode of "In the Corner."  She talks about her unusual boxing nickname, her favorite boxing memory, and why she was glad to be the slowest person in Baraka Bouts four years running. Learn more about the ND Women's Boxing Club's fundraising efforts for education in Uganda and donate here: https://app.mobilecause.com/vf/Baraka You can also help out by purchasing gear here: www.bsnteamsports.com/shop/fQ8PmEZcD6 Music: "The Boxer" by Carbon Leaf. Permission generously granted by Constant Ivy Music.