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Jax Forrest returns to the show after one of the wildest years in wrestling. He went from US Open champ to the Senior and U23 World Teams, left Bishop McCort early for Stillwater, and won an NCAA title as an undefeated true freshman. Jax opens up about skipping U23 Worlds, leaning into his faith, the stacked 133 lb field, Penn State vs. Oklahoma State, the Cowboys' wrestle-offs and launching his own shoe. SHOW TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Jax Returns to the Show02:15 - Getting Back on the Mat03:15 - Not Competing at U23 Worlds05:00 - World Championships Experiences06:20 - Heading to Stillwater Early11:00 - Leaning into His Faith13:00 - 133 lb Weight Class Being Stacked16:00 - True Freshman National Champ19:40 - Perspective on This Season & Teammates22:50 - Penn State & The Team Race25:50 - The Oklahoma State Wrestle-offs27:30 - Juggling Off the Mat Responsibilities29:05 - Creating a Shoe33:45 - Rapid Fire Questions JAX'S SHOE: Preorder now! Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to the podcast. NEW EPISODES WEEKLY! Support the show & leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts, and shop some apparel on BASCHAMANIA.com! For all partnership and sponsorship inquiries, email [email protected]. BASCHAMANIA is a Basch Solutions Production. Learn more about Basch Solutions, a digital marketing agency specializing in custom websites, content creation, and digital strategy, at BaschSolutions.com.

Justin and Willie break down their biggest takeaways from the 2026 U23 World Championships in Las Vegas, where Team USA brought home 10 medals. They dig into Ben Davino's World title, Luke Lilledahl's tough tournament, Bo Bassett's performance, and silver-medal runs from Jayden James and Justin Rademacher. Plus Coby Merrill's bronze, how the U23 team spot should be decided, and where Team USA stands heading into Senior Worlds. SHOW TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - What a Weekend!01:00 U23 Worlds Overview03:55 - Lilledahl’s Tournament09:40 - Davino World Champ!16:15 - Bo Bassett’s Performance22:50 - Jordan Williams24:20 - Jayden James, 74kg29:55 - 79kg and Picking Our Team37:15 - Sinclair Will Be Fine43:00 - Shumate’s Injury a Bummer46:30 - Rademacher’s Weekend51:25 - Coby Merrill53:40 Team Picture & After Show Rokfin.com/MatScouts for all of Willie's Content! Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to the podcast. NEW EPISODES WEEKLY! Support the show & leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts, and shop some apparel on BASCHAMANIA.com! For all partnership and sponsorship inquiries, email [email protected]. BASCHAMANIA is a Basch Solutions Production. Learn more about Basch Solutions, a digital marketing agency specializing in custom websites, content creation, and digital strategy, at BaschSolutions.com.

On today's Basch & The Brain, we discuss the action so far at the U23 World Championships, including Team USA's Greco performance, the women's competition, and disappointing attendance. We also get into Jesse Mendez appearing on Ohio State's roster, the upcoming All-Star Classic and its matchups, and questions surrounding Mikey Caliendo and Braeden Davis. Plus, Little Rock hosting the Pac-12 Championships, Sadulaev winning his wrestle-off, and the growing bracket wars between USA Wrestling and FloWrestling. SHOW TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Should We Release the Preshow02:15 - Greco’s U23 World Performance, Womens Rundown10:30 - U23 Worlds Attendance is BAD16:10 - Jesse Mendez Coming Back?21:45 - All-Star Classic Nuggets34:25 - Boom or Busts Coming Soon36:00 - All-Star Classic Matches38:55 - Little Rock Hosting Pac-12’s, Sadulaev Wins Wrestle-Off44:45 - Mikey Caliendo & Braeden Davis51:20 - Bracket Wars Heating Up01:12:55 - After ShowRokfin.com/MatScouts for all of Willie's Content! Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to the podcast. NEW EPISODES WEEKLY! Support the show & leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts, and shop some apparel on BASCHAMANIA.com! For all partnership and sponsorship inquiries, email [email protected]. BASCHAMANIA is a Basch Solutions Production. Learn more about Basch Solutions, a digital marketing agency specializing in custom websites, content creation, and digital strategy, at BaschSolutions.com.

It’s time for the Final Preseason Crystal Ball Rankings as we talk about some of the biggest storylines & expectations for the upcoming college wrestling season, including our expectations and the question marks with Iowa's upcoming season... + U23 World Championships are officially underway on Monday in Las Vegas! SHOW TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - It’s Officially Wrestling Season05:45 - Robert Morris Adds Wrestling14:30 - Oklahoma State Not Streaming OSU Invitational23:50 - Super 32 Nuggets & Bachmann Going 19030:50 - Crystal Ball Final Preseason Rankings41:00 - Iowa Expectations55:00 - 133lbs & Oklahoma State Repeating All 3 Champs?01:03:00 - Blaze/Ono Weights Thesis01:08:15 - 141lbs & 149lbs01:18:45 - 157 &16501:32:40 - What Will Mesenbrink Be Up at 174 01:43:00 - 184, 197 and 285 All Kinda Chalk01:50:05 - Team Race01:57:00 - Team Scores are Bananas02:02:20 - Closing Out the ShowRokfin.com/MatScouts for all of Willie's Content! Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to the podcast. NEW EPISODES WEEKLY! Support the show & leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts, and shop some apparel on BASCHAMANIA.com! For all partnership and sponsorship inquiries, email [email protected]. BASCHAMANIA is a Basch Solutions Production. Learn more about Basch Solutions, a digital marketing agency specializing in custom websites, content creation, and digital strategy, at BaschSolutions.com.

Wrestling season is here! On today's Basch & The Brain, we discuss Amit Elor withdrawing from U23 Worlds, the growing number of Americans competing for other countries, and the latest Real American Freestyle announcements. We also dive into National Duals and the All-Star Classic, Virginia Tech becoming a fan favorite, and Kyle Dake's opportunity to win World gold at a third weight class. Plus, we break down the Super 32 seeds! SHOW TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - The Season is Here!01:00 - Amit Elor Out for U23’s04:10 - Americans Competing for Other Countries at U23’s12:55 - RAF Announcements18:10 - National Duals & All-Star Classic28:00 - Virginia Tech Becoming a Fan Favorite?44:30 - Kyle Dake’s Opportunity to Win Gold at a 3rd Weight51:10 - Likelihood of Dake Winning Gold58:30 - Super 32 Seeds Done01:16:25 - High School Careers & College Finishes01:23:30 - AftershowRokfin.com/MatScouts for all of Willie's Content! Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to the podcast. NEW EPISODES WEEKLY! Support the show & leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts, and shop some apparel on BASCHAMANIA.com! For all partnership and sponsorship inquiries, email [email protected]. BASCHAMANIA is a Basch Solutions Production. Learn more about Basch Solutions, a digital marketing agency specializing in custom websites, content creation, and digital strategy, at BaschSolutions.com.

On today’s Basch & The Brain, we talk about what's coming up in the coming weeks, including the U23 World Championships next week and Super 32 after that! Also, Crystal Ball Updates coming soon?! SHOW TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Happy Monday05:00 - Crystal Ball Updates Coming?09:45 - Konnor Doucet & Oklahoma State’s Lineup26:05 - U23’s Rundown & Preview51:45 - Super 32 Seeds Coming & Travel NotesRokfin.com/MatScouts for all of Willie's Content! Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to the podcast. NEW EPISODES WEEKLY! Support the show & leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts, and shop some apparel on BASCHAMANIA.com! For all partnership and sponsorship inquiries, email [email protected]. BASCHAMANIA is a Basch Solutions Production. Learn more about Basch Solutions, a digital marketing agency specializing in custom websites, content creation, and digital strategy, at BaschSolutions.com.

On today’s Basch & The Brain, we talk Joe Sealey replacing the injured Matty Singleton on the U23 World Team, Bo Bassett heading to U23 Worlds, and some other questions surrounding the roster. We also get into WrestleStat going premium, changes to the Bill Farrell, Jordan Oliver heading to Morgan State, and what the Protect College Sports Act could mean for college wrestling after passing the Senate. Plus, we break down the new national high school rankings with six new #1’s and close out the show with some Big Ten and Iowa schedule talk. SHOW TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - We’re Back!03:00 - Joe Sealey Replacing Matty Singleton12:00 - Bo Bassett Going to U23’s & U23 World Team21:30 - Endene Not on Roster?23:25 - WrestleStat Going Premium30:10 - Bill Farrell Switches from USAW to UWW32:25 - Jordan Oliver to Morgan State36:25 - Protect College Sports Act Passes Senate44:00 - New National High School Rankings & 6 New #1’s01:10:50 - Big Ten, Iowa Schedule FodderRokfin.com/MatScouts for all of Willie's Content! Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to the podcast. NEW EPISODES WEEKLY! Support the show & leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts, and shop some apparel on BASCHAMANIA.com! For all partnership and sponsorship inquiries, email [email protected]. BASCHAMANIA is a Basch Solutions Production. Learn more about Basch Solutions, a digital marketing agency specializing in custom websites, content creation, and digital strategy, at BaschSolutions.com.

Bo Bassett beats Real Woods in two straight at Final X, Who’s #1 is in the Books & we go around the sport as we close out September. SHOW TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - We’re back!02:20 - Lack of Communication is Frustrating15:50 - Bo Bassett beats Real Woods26:45 - Future of Final X45:00 - Who’s #1 Thoughts51:30 - College Campuses58:30 - Who’s #1 TakeawaysRokfin.com/MatScouts for all of Willie's Content! Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to the podcast. NEW EPISODES WEEKLY! Support the show & leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts, and shop some apparel on BASCHAMANIA.com! For all partnership and sponsorship inquiries, email [email protected]. BASCHAMANIA is a Basch Solutions Production. Learn more about Basch Solutions, a digital marketing agency specializing in custom websites, content creation, and digital strategy, at BaschSolutions.com.

An NCAA Wrestling program finally got hit with recruiting sanctions?! We'll dive in on today's Basch & The Brain. SHOW TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - We’re back!01:30 - Iowa State Hit with Recruiting Violations18:40 - The Punishment34:30 - Bo Bassett/Real Woods Picks41:20 - Checking the Chat and Talking Bracket Wars54:30 - RAF 14 & Abu Dhabi01:03:20 - Gable’s StatementRokfin.com/MatScouts for all of Willie's Content! Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to the podcast. NEW EPISODES WEEKLY! Support the show & leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts, and shop some apparel on BASCHAMANIA.com! For all partnership and sponsorship inquiries, email [email protected]. BASCHAMANIA is a Basch Solutions Production. Learn more about Basch Solutions, a digital marketing agency specializing in custom websites, content creation, and digital strategy, at BaschSolutions.com.

It's the greatest time of the year! Tomorrow is the first day of fall, and wrestling is that much closer to being in full swing! SHOW TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - New Studio Loading...04:00 - Super 32 Seeds07:00 - Bill Barger Passing12:05 - Gable’s Big Weekend30:30 - RAF 1350:45 - Jayden James Grayshirting53:50 - Kennedy Blades Not Wrestling at Final X01:00:30 - Who’s #1 01:20:55 - Questions from the ChatRokfin.com/MatScouts for all of Willie's Content! Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to the podcast. NEW EPISODES WEEKLY! Support the show & leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts, and shop some apparel on BASCHAMANIA.com! For all partnership and sponsorship inquiries, email [email protected]. BASCHAMANIA is a Basch Solutions Production. Learn more about Basch Solutions, a digital marketing agency specializing in custom websites, content creation, and digital strategy, at BaschSolutions.com.

Oklahoma State's Benji Mower joins the show for a powerful conversation about his recent cancer diagnosis, the perspective that's helping him navigate it, and why he genuinely sees the battle as "a privilege."  We also discuss his path to Oklahoma State, the culture in Stillwater, becoming a husband and father, his MMA aspirations, faith, and the mindset that's allowed him to choose happiness even while facing an incredibly difficult season of life.  Benji's positivity and perspective are incredibly inspiring, and there's a lot to take away from this one. Learn more about Benji's journey and how you can support him at HelpBenji.com. Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to the podcast. NEW EPISODES WEEKLY! Support the show & leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts, and shop some apparel on BASCHAMANIA.com! For all partnership and sponsorship inquiries, email [email protected]. BASCHAMANIA is a Basch Solutions Production. Learn more about Basch Solutions, a digital marketing agency specializing in custom websites, content creation, and digital strategy, at BaschSolutions.com.

Support Benji Mower:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?is&v=jAtxRPsdWLk&feature=youtu.beGoFundMe: https://gofund.me/fa330c538 SHOW TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - 1-005:45 - Sonny Amato Commits to Rutgers09:55 - V Tech & Bassett/Stanich14:15 - Virginia Tech Roster Battles Coming19:00 - Benji Mower Needs Our Support23:10 - Zahid Valencia’s Inconsistency35:00 - Embrace Debate / Elite 8 Duals44:45 - Gavin Mangano at Who’s #1?48:50 - Rest of Who’s #1 Match Reactions58:30 - Elite 8 Duals Takeaways01:05:30 - RAF & AftershowRokfin.com/MatScouts for all of Willie's Content! Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to the podcast. NEW EPISODES WEEKLY! Support the show & leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts, and shop some apparel on BASCHAMANIA.com! For all partnership and sponsorship inquiries, email [email protected]. BASCHAMANIA is a Basch Solutions Production. Learn more about Basch Solutions, a digital marketing agency specializing in custom websites, content creation, and digital strategy, at BaschSolutions.com.

Let's talk some wrestling! TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Intro02:10 - Americans Balled Out at RAF Moscow04:20 - Lack of a Stream24:40 - Jason Nolf is the Face of RAF30:00 - Snyder Stock Continues to Go Up38:45 - Branugal scores 6 on Sadulaev52:10 - Nebraska Huskers Coming Season01:21:30 - After Show Rokfin.com/MatScouts for all of Willie's Content! Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to the podcast. NEW EPISODES WEEKLY! Support the show & leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts, and shop some apparel on BASCHAMANIA.com! For all partnership and sponsorship inquiries, email [email protected]. BASCHAMANIA is a Basch Solutions Production. Learn more about Basch Solutions, a digital marketing agency specializing in custom websites, content creation, and digital strategy, at BaschSolutions.com.

Let's talk some wrestling! TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Willie's Going to Moscow!03:50 - Poland Open16:25 - Jayden James Grayshirting29:10 - Jesse Mendez & Ohio State47:00 - Big Tens at "Neutral Site” U20 Worlds Coverage: https://www.baschamania.com/u20-worlds/ Rokfin.com/MatScouts for all of Willie's Content! Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to the podcast. NEW EPISODES WEEKLY! Support the show & leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts, and shop some apparel on BASCHAMANIA.com! For all partnership and sponsorship inquiries, email [email protected]. BASCHAMANIA is a Basch Solutions Production. Learn more about Basch Solutions, a digital marketing agency specializing in custom websites, content creation, and digital strategy, at BaschSolutions.com.

Team USA dominated the U20 World Championships! TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - We’re Back on a Tuesday03:45 - NCAA Chaos Continues12:10 - U20 Worlds28:00 - Bo Bassett Stock Report?50:00 - RAF Moscow53:25 - Ono vs Davino & RAF 12 U20 Worlds Coverage: https://www.baschamania.com/u20-worlds/ Rokfin.com/MatScouts for all of Willie's Content! Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to the podcast. NEW EPISODES WEEKLY! Support the show & leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts, and shop some apparel on BASCHAMANIA.com! For all partnership and sponsorship inquiries, email [email protected]. BASCHAMANIA is a Basch Solutions Production. Learn more about Basch Solutions, a digital marketing agency specializing in custom websites, content creation, and digital strategy, at BaschSolutions.com.