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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 State, West Virginia, and Northwestern all impressed, while at Pre-Nationals, Georgia’s men claimed the team title and the BYU women crushed the competition. Be sure to listen, subscribe and review!(3:27) Who Raised Their Stock the Most at Nuttycombe? (Men)(7:39) New Mexico Men Take Nuttycombe Title Over Colorado & Syracuse (12:43) The Battle for the Final Podium Spot(15:17) What’s the Panic Level for BYU Men?(19:01) Is Stanford Still a Ranked Team?(24:45) NC State Women Claim Dominant Victory at Nuttycombe Invite(29:15) Notre Dame Women Announce themselves as Legit Podium Threats(32:09) Iowa State & West Virginia Women Round Out Nuttycombe Invite Podium(35:52) Northwestern Women Prove Loyola Lakefront Was No Fluke with 5th Place Nuttycombe Invite Finish(38:10) What is the Panic Level for the New Mexico Women?(42:37) Georgia Men Claim Pre-Nationals Title Over Missouri & Ole Miss(48:09) BYU Women SMOKE Competition at Pre-Nationals(53:20) Villanova Women Finish 2nd at Pre-Nationals➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵thestridereport.com⁠➤ Instagram 📸https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/➤ TikTok ♪https://www.tiktok.com/@thestridereport➤ Twitter / X 🧵https://x.com/TheStrideReport➤ Threads 🪡https://www.threads.net/@thestridereportPodcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley

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 episode! Be sure to listen, subscribe and review!(2:30) Nuttycombe Invite Field (Men)(3:00) Favorites (Men)(6:49) Possible Contenders (Men)(9:59) Teams to Watch (Men)(18:35) Underdogs (Men)(25:43) Nuttycombe Field (Women)(26:05) Favorites (Women)(31:57) Possible Contenders (Women)(36:42) Teams to Watch (Women)(47:15) Underdogs (Women)➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵thestridereport.com⁠➤ Instagram 📸https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/➤ TikTok ♪https://www.tiktok.com/@thestridereport➤ Twitter / X 🧵https://x.com/TheStrideReport➤ Threads 🪡https://www.threads.net/@thestridereportPodcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley

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 women carried them to victory. Tune in for analysis, surprises, and what these results mean for the NCAA landscape moving forward. Be sure to listen, subscribe and review!(3:31) Wisconsin Men Take Win at Loyola Lakefront Classic(14:23) Disappointing 5th Place Finish for North Carolina (17:54) Washington Men Finish 8th at Loyola Lakefront Classic(21:04) NC State Women Pull Off Win at Loyola Lakefront Classic(25:17) Northwestern Women Produce Huge 2nd Place Finish at Loyola Lakefront Classic(36:09) Georgetown Men Take Down Utah State and Texas A&M at Paul Short(43:19) Harvard Men Finish 4th at Paul Short Without Key Names(45:16) Villanova Women Ride Lethal Top-Three to Victory Over Penn State at Paul Short➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵thestridereport.com⁠➤ Instagram 📸https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/➤ TikTok ♪https://www.tiktok.com/@thestridereport➤ Twitter / X 🧵https://x.com/TheStrideReport➤ Threads 🪡https://www.threads.net/@thestridereportPodcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley

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, breaking down the key takeaways from a pivotal week in NCAA cross country. Be sure to listen, subscribe and review!(5:37) How Do Gans Creek Individual Results Affect Our Rankings? (Women)(8:43) What to Make of Hilda Olamomoi’s Performance(9:57) Florida Women Edge Northern Arizona For Gans Creek Classic Title(16:31) Did Gans Creek Classic Change NCAA XC Championship Podium Predictions?(23:47) Where is the Kolas Cutoff in Gans Creek Classic Results? (Women)(25:25) Solomon Kipchoge Claims Gans Creek Classic Individual Title(27:53) Iowa State Men Claim Dominant Team Win at Gans Creek Classic(36:17) Cause For Concern With BYU Men?(42:56) Where is the Kolas Cutoff in Gans Creek Classic Results? (Men)(47:05) Cowboy Jamboree Quick Hits (Men)(50:48) Cowboy Jamboree Quick Hits (Women)➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵thestridereport.com⁠➤ Instagram 📸https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/➤ TikTok ♪https://www.tiktok.com/@thestridereport➤ Twitter / X 🧵https://x.com/TheStrideReport➤ Threads 🪡https://www.threads.net/@thestridereportPodcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley

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 mean for the national picture this fall. Be sure to listen, subscribe and review!(2:45) Cole Hocker Wins 5k Gold at World Championships(8:49) NCAA Announces 32-Team National Championship Format(12:39) Roy Griak Results (Men)(16:44) Roy Griak Results (Women)(24:31) Gans Creek Classic Preview (Women)(40:09) Gans Creek Classic Preview (Men)➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵thestridereport.com⁠➤ Instagram 📸https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/➤ TikTok ♪https://www.tiktok.com/@thestridereport➤ Twitter / X 🧵https://x.com/TheStrideReport➤ Threads 🪡https://www.threads.net/@thestridereportPodcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley

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, subscribe and review!(3:47) World Championships - First Thoughts(11:11) NCAA XC Fantasy Draft (Men) (29:56) NCAA XC Fantasy Draft (Women)➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵thestridereport.com⁠➤ Instagram 📸https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/➤ TikTok ♪https://www.tiktok.com/@thestridereport➤ Twitter / X 🧵https://x.com/TheStrideReport➤ Threads 🪡https://www.threads.net/@thestridereportPodcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley

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 men’s and women’s sides — including a bold call on where Stanford will finish! Be sure to listen, subscribe and review!(2:44) Ben’s Final Rankings Thoughts(15:03) How Will First-Year Athletes Affect Title Races?(18:49) How Big of an Impact Do International Additions Make?(21:43) What Men’s Team Will Fill the Talent Gap?(26:18) How Will NAU Men Respond to Their TSR #14 Ranking?(29:35) How Will Racing at Gans Creek Course Impact NCAA XC Championship Race?(33:23) How Does Timetable of World Championships Impact Top Runners?(38:51) Hot Takes (Women)(43:17) Hot Takes (Men)➤ Instagram 📸https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/➤ TikTok ♪https://www.tiktok.com/@thestridereport➤ Twitter / X 🧵https://x.com/TheStrideReport➤ Threads 🪡https://www.threads.net/@thestridereportPodcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley

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 listen, subscribe and review!(2:38) #9 Notre Dame (Men)(6:17) #9 Alabama (Women)(10:28) #8 Wisconsin (Men)(13:16) #8 Washington (Women)(17:31) #7 Oregon (Men)(21:06) #7 Stanford (Women)(24:46) #6 Virginia (Men)(29:13) #6 Florida (Women)(32:16) #5 Wake Forest (Men)(36:57) #5 Northern Arizona (Women)(40:25) #4 BYU (Men)(43:51) #4 New Mexico (Women)(47:31) #3 Oklahoma State (Men)(52:53) #3 NC State (Women)(56:17) #2 New Mexico (Men)(1:01:47) #2/#1 BYU & Oregon (Women)(1:06:55) #1 Iowa State (Men)➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵thestridereport.com⁠➤ Instagram 📸https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/➤ TikTok ♪https://www.tiktok.com/@thestridereport➤ Twitter / X 🧵https://x.com/TheStrideReport➤ Threads 🪡https://www.threads.net/@thestridereportPodcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley

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)(20:03) #15 Penn State (Women)(24:03) #14 Northern Arizona (Men)(30:33) #14 Georgetown (Women)(34:24) #13 Syracuse (Men)(39:54) #13 Oklahoma State (Women)(43:36) #12 Washington State (Men)(48:27) #12 Michigan State (Women)(53:32) #11 Alabama (Men)(58:17) #11 Notre Dame (Women)(1:02:22) #10 Stanford (Men)(1:06:44) #10 Colorado (Women)➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵thestridereport.com⁠➤ Instagram 📸https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/➤ TikTok ♪https://www.tiktok.com/@thestridereport➤ Twitter / X 🧵https://x.com/TheStrideReport➤ Threads 🪡https://www.threads.net/@thestridereportPodcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley

On 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, subscribe and review!(2:15) #22 Princeton (Men)(7:20) #22 Gonzaga (Women)(12:09) #21 Arkansas (Men)(17:42) #21 Arkansas (Women)(21:07) #20 California Baptist (Men)(26:01) #20 West Virginia (Women)(30:09) #19 Washington (Men)(36:23) #19 Wisconsin (Women) (40:05) #18 Eastern Kentucky (Men)(44:40) #18 Minnesota (Women) (48:27) #17 Colorado (Men)(52:35) #17 North Carolina (Women)➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵thestridereport.com⁠➤ Instagram 📸https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/➤ TikTok ♪https://www.tiktok.com/@thestridereport➤ Twitter / X 🧵https://x.com/TheStrideReport➤ Threads 🪡https://www.threads.net/@thestridereportPodcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley

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) Just Missed Teams (Men)(8:08) Just Missed Teams (Women)(13:04) Honorable Mention (Men)(17:05) Honorable Mention (Women)(21:08) #25 Virginia Tech (Men)(26:30) #25 Virginia (Women)(31:14) #24 Oklahoma (Men)(36:01) #24 Florida State (Women)(40:13) #23 Tulane (Men)(44:23) #23 Boise State (Women)➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵thestridereport.com⁠➤ Instagram 📸https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/➤ TikTok ♪https://www.tiktok.com/@thestridereport➤ Twitter / X 🧵https://x.com/TheStrideReport➤ Threads 🪡https://www.threads.net/@thestridereportPodcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley

On 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!(2:43) USA’s 800m Reactions (Women)(5:25) USA’s 800m Live Reaction (Men)(11:35) USA’s 1500m Reactions(14:25) USA’s Steeplechase (Women)(16:04) USA’s 10k Reactions(19:38) How Deep is the National Contender Tier? (Men)(21:07) How Deep is the National Contender Tier? (Women) (21:37) Who Fills the Second Tier of Contenders? (Women)(23:07) Who Fills the Second Tier of Contenders? (Men)25:09) Who is Most Likely to Break into the Top-10? (Women)(27:20) Who is Most Likely to Break into the Top-10? (Men)(31:13) Perfectly Ranked (Men)(33:23) Perfectly Ranked (Women)(36:04) Hardest to Rank (Men)(41:04) Hardest to Rank (Women)(43:58) USA’s 5k Reactions (Men)(46:40) Who Has the Most Future Value? (50:24) Personal Favorites➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵thestridereport.com⁠➤ Instagram 📸https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/➤ TikTok ♪https://www.tiktok.com/@thestridereport➤ Twitter / X 🧵https://x.com/TheStrideReport➤ Threads 🪡https://www.threads.net/@thestridereportPodcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley

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 officially here and it’s already heating up! Be sure to listen, subscribe and review!(3:08) Who Got Robbed (Women)(9:42) Which Unranked Women Have The Best All-American Chances? (14:31) Who Got Robbed (Men)(17:41) Which Unranked Men Have The Best All-American Chances?(21:45) Best Opportunity to be a Top-10 Runner (Women)(25:57) Best Opportunity to be a Top-10 Runner (Men)(29:03) Most Accurate Ranking (Women)(34:16) Most Accurate Ranking (Men)(39:09) Hardest Names to Rank 50-31 (Women)(42:19) Hardest Names to Rank 50-31 (Men)(48:19) Personal Favorite (Women)(52:34) Personal Favorite (Men)➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵thestridereport.com⁠➤ Instagram 📸https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/➤ TikTok ♪https://www.tiktok.com/@thestridereport➤ Twitter / X 🧵https://x.com/TheStrideReport➤ Threads 🪡https://www.threads.net/@thestridereportPodcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley

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) Ruth White(15:52) Angelina Napoleon(20:30) Lex Young(25:02) Douglas Buckeridge & Carson Noecker(30:47) Vera Sjoberg (35:40) Billah Jepkirui (38:14) Allan Kiplagat (42:40) Fouad Messaoudi (45:52) Diana Cherotich(48:47) Jenna Hutchins➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵thestridereport.com⁠➤ Instagram 📸https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/➤ TikTok ♪https://www.tiktok.com/@thestridereport➤ Twitter / X 🧵https://x.com/TheStrideReport➤ Threads 🪡https://www.threads.net/@thestridereportPodcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley

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 review!(3:08) Solomon Kipchoge Transfers to Washington State(11:19) Stanford Brings in Grad Transfer Mena Scatchard (15:00) Dominic Serem Transfers to Colorado(19:54) Reuben Reina Enters Transfer Portal(23:08) Tulane Brings in Grad Transfer Rogerio Amaral from South Carolina(27:06) Tennessee Brings in Trio of Impactful Men(30:32) LSU & Missouri Add Potential Kenyan Stars(34:36) Missouri Brings in Pheline Mining from Alabama(38:35) Transfer Quick Hits➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵thestridereport.com⁠➤ Instagram 📸https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/➤ TikTok ♪https://www.tiktok.com/@thestridereport➤ Twitter / X 🧵https://x.com/TheStrideReport➤ Threads 🪡https://www.threads.net/@thestridereportPodcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley

On 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) Ishmael Kipkurui Turns Pro With Nike(7:17) Other Pro News(11:27) Women’s Bowerman Nominees(14:43) Men’s Bowerman Contenders (19:40) Bahiya El Arfaoui Transfers to Oregon(23:45) Reese Sharman-Newell Heading to Texas A&M(26:31) Kirk Dawkins Transfers to Iowa State(28:25) NCAA Settlement➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵thestridereport.com⁠➤ Instagram 📸https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/➤ TikTok ♪https://www.tiktok.com/@thestridereport➤ Twitter / X 🧵https://x.com/TheStrideReport➤ Threads 🪡https://www.threads.net/@thestridereportPodcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley

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 State(15:11) Virginia Brings in Huge Transfer Class(24:18) NC State Brings in Trio of Women(31:32) Colorado Brings in Quartet of Women via Transfer(37:14) How Will UNC Replace Strand & Wolfe?(43:33) Vera Sjoberg Transfers to UNC➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵thestridereport.com⁠➤ Instagram 📸https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/➤ TikTok ♪https://www.tiktok.com/@thestridereport➤ Twitter / X 🧵https://x.com/TheStrideReport➤ Threads 🪡https://www.threads.net/@thestridereportPodcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley

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!(3:45) Best Freshman Nominees (Men)(9:09) Best Freshman Nominees (Women)(14:40) Most Improved Nominees (Men)(20:32) Most Improved Nominees (Women)(25:42) Best Performance Nominees (Men)(31:16) Best Performance Nominees (Women)(35:03) Best Distance Coach Nominees (Men)(40:35) Best Distance Coach Nominees (Women)(44:31) Most Valuable Runner Nominees (Men)(48:55) Most Valuable Runner Nominees (Women)➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵thestridereport.com⁠➤ Instagram 📸https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/➤ TikTok ♪https://www.tiktok.com/@thestridereport➤ Twitter / X 🧵https://x.com/TheStrideReport➤ Threads 🪡https://www.threads.net/@thestridereportPodcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley

On 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 and reveal the final results of our fantasy draft. Be sure to listen, subscribe and review!(3:40) Doris Lemngole Takes Steeplechase Gold With Record-Shattering 8:58 Performance(13:39) Nathan Green Outkicks Ethan Strand to Claim 1500m Title(22:16) Sophie O’Sullivan Ends Collegiate Career With 1500m Title(28:41) James Corrigan Rides Incredible Kick to Steeplechase Gold(33:57) Roisin Willis Runs Meet Record and NCAA #3 All-Time 800m Mark of 1:58.13 to Claim Gold(39:40) Ishmael Kipkurui Beats Habtom Samuel With Ferocious Kick For 10k Title(45:49) Pamela Kosgei Claims 10k Glory as Hartman Leaves it All on the Track(52:04) Sam Whitmarsh Puts Regular Season Behind Him, Runs 1:45.86 to Win 800m Title(58:18) Pamela Kosgei Claims 5k Title, Becomes Latest 10k/5k Double Champ(1:02:18) Brian Musau Fights Off Late Charge From Marco Langon For 5k Title(1:05:57) Fantasy Draft Results➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵thestridereport.com⁠➤ Instagram 📸https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/➤ TikTok ♪https://www.tiktok.com/@thestridereport➤ Twitter / X 🧵https://x.com/TheStrideReport➤ Threads 🪡https://www.threads.net/@thestridereportPodcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley

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 — giving you predictions, key match-ups, and names to watch as we head into the biggest weekend of the year for collegiate track and field! Be sure to listen, subscribe and review!(3:03) Men’s 10k Favorites(5:01) Men’s 10k Sleepers(8:22) Men’s 10k Wild Cards(11:26) Women’s 10k Favorites(14:39) Women’s 10k Sleepers(17:53) Women’s 10k Wild Cards(23:43) Men’s 1500m Favorites(28:35) Men’s 1500m Sleepers(33:35) Men’s 1500m Wild Cards(35:41) Women’s 1500m Favorites(39:59) Women’s 1500m Sleepers(43:46) Women’s 1500m Wild Cards(46:21) Men’s Steeplechase Favorites(49:24) Men’s Steeplechase Sleepers(51:16) Men’s Steeplechase Wild Cards(53:01) Women’s Steeplechase Favorites(54:13) Women’s Steeplechase Sleepers(58:38) Men’s 800m Favorites(1:01:52) Men’s 800m Sleepers(1:03:16) Men’s 800m Wild Cards(1:04:45) Women’s 800m Favorites(1:06:42) Women’s 800m Sleepers(1:08:41) Women’s 800m Wild Cards(1:10:51) Men’s 5k Favorites(1:13:22) Men’s 5k Sleepers(1:14:36) Men’s 5k Wild Cards(1:16:54) Women’s 5k Favorites(1:17:53) Women’s 5k Sleepers(1:19:56) Women’s 5k Wild Cards➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵thestridereport.com⁠➤ Instagram 📸https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/➤ TikTok ♪https://www.tiktok.com/@thestridereport➤ Twitter / X 🧵https://x.com/TheStrideReport➤ Threads 🪡https://www.threads.net/@thestridereportPodcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley