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What a fun weekend in wrestling! From Bo Bassett’s dominant win over Luke Stanich and high schooler Grey Burnett winning the Bill Farrell to Oklahoma State’s dual debut and Meyer Shapiro debuting for Nebraska. On today’s Basch & The Brain, we dive into it all! SHOW TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - What a weekend in wrestling!02:15 - Bo Bassett Tops Luke Stanich12:30 - Michigan State Open & Cam Catrabone Stock Up26:50 - Huskers Stomp Wyoming31:15 - Oklahoma State vs Nebraska35:50 - Brian Smith Announces Retirement at Mizzou40:40 - Ono/Desmond and PSU Wrestle-offs44:25 - Bill Farrell & The Youngsters53:15 - New MatScouts P4P Top 20 Rankings01:10:20 - Ranking Series Coming to Iowa01:08:15 - RAF Acquiring World of Wrestling 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.

What a week. We recap the World Championships, starting with Spencer Lee's tech over Roman Bravo-Young and why that early takedown might be one of the most dangerous situations in freestyle, plus what Spencer's rehab timeline means now that the Trials procedures have changed. Then Levi Haines' gold, the NLWC going 6 for 6, the PA boys, Trent getting robbed, and Saturday's medal rounds with bronzes for Marcus Blaze and Wyatt, Zain's third World medal, and an insanely impressive run from Kyle Dake. Plus the opening college weekend: Oklahoma State's wrestle-offs that saw Casey Swiderski beat Dee Lockett, Bouzakis dropping three at the Clarion Open and the All-Star Classic matchups. SHOW TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - What a Week!04:45 - Team USA’s Historic Performance 07:00 - Spencer Lee Gets His Title 14:45 - Blaze Bounces Back for Bronze 19:55 - Zain Gets Bronze, NLWC Goes 6-for-6 26:50 - Levi Gets It Done 30:35 - Dake Wins His 5th Title 38:40 - Trent Hidlay Got Robbed 49:35 - Wyatt Wins Bronze 55:45 - Russians at RAF 01:01:55 - Oklahoma State Invitational 01:15:45 - Ohio State at Clarion Open, Notable Results 01:22:05 - All-Star Classic & National Duals Invitational 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.

JB and Willie react live as Spencer Lee, Levi Haines and Trent Hidlay punch their tickets to the World finals, set up a Penn State vs. Iowa showdown between Lee and Roman Bravo-Young, and get ready for Kyle Dake's shot at a fifth World title! SHOW TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Team USA Keeps Rolling!02:35 - Spencer Lee vs. RBY in the Finals15:30 - James Green Falls to Russia22:41 - Levi Haines Back into the World Finals27:15 - Trent Hilday Back into the World Finals30:10 - Bo & Snyder Winning Gold 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.

Worlds rolls on with medals on the line. We break down Wyatt's impressive run to a bronze medal match, Marcus Blaze dropping a close quarterfinal but staying alive through repechage and Zain Retherford's heartbreaking semifinal loss as he turns to bronze. Plus why Kyle Dake has proven he's an 86kg guy and a look at tomorrows draws. SHOW TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Worlds Continues!04:00 - Wyatt Impresses, Will Wrestle for Bronze09:00 - Marcus Blaze Loses Tight One in Quarters, Alive16:00 - Zain Loses Heartbreaker in the Semis, Going for Bronze23:15 - Kyle Dake Has Proven He’s an 86kg Guy Now31:55 - Tomorrow's Draws 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.

Worlds are underway, and Bo Bassett is into the World Finals at 65kg! Willie and JB break down his run and the 65kg bracket, then Kyle Snyder making his 9th World/Olympic final, which locks up his 11th world-level medal. Plus a look at tomorrow's men's freestyle draws and a quick look at the Oklahoma State Invitational entries. SHOW TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Worlds are Underway!02:48 - Bo Bassett into World Finals and 65kg26:30 - Kyle Snyder Back into 9th World/Olympic Final & Wins His 11th Medal42:30 - Men’s Freestyle Draws for Tomorrow01:01:30 - Oklahoma State Invitational 01:11:00 - Aftershow 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.

Time to go weight by weight through all 14 Super 32 finals, from freshman Nelson Villafane pinning the #1 seed at 106 to Mac Crosson's double-overtime win over Cam Howard and Melvin Miller's third title. They also break down the late scratches, how the seeds really held up after a chaotic Day 1, and their first-half Outstanding Wrestler pick. Plus an update from the World Championships and a full recap of RAF 14. SHOW TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - What a Weekend!01:55 - World Championships03:15 - Super 32 Scratches & Seeds10:40 - 106: Freshman Villafane Pins The #1 Seed After Tech'ing to Finals!13:40 - 113: #7 Caleb Noble Wins His Second Title19:00 - 120: Cam Sontz Goes 8-025:30 - 126: Gallegos Pins #2, Wins at 12632:20 - 132: Borge Gets Over the Hump36:30 - 138: UNI Commit Anderson Tops Iowa Commit Youngblut41:20 - 144: O'Neill Gives Up 8 Points All Weekend44:15 - 106-144, First Half OW47:50 - 150: #5 Kikiniou Beats #1 and #3 in Overtime53:10 - 157: Crosson Beats Howard in Double Overtime01:01:00 - 165: Melvin Miller's Third Title01:04:30 - 175: Lucas Boe Edges Fortier 6-501:07:08 - 190: Hodgins Holds Off Hutcherson01:11:40 - 215 & 285: Konopka Dominates, Davis Wins at Heavyweight01:14:45 - RAF 1401:37:50 - Aftershow 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.

We're running low on energy today, but there's plenty to get into. We break down the end of UWW Arena, the new clipping enforcement, Amit Elor pulling out of Worlds, Levi Haines enrolling in classes, and the RAF 14 card in Vegas. Then it's a full weight-by-weight preview of this weekend's Super 32, from 106 to 285, with your questions from the chat along the way. SHOW TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - We Need an Energy Boost02:30 - No More UWW Arena04:45 - UWW Enforcing Clipping17:40 - Amit Out for Worlds19:25 - Levi Enrolled in Classes23:35 - RAF 14 Vegas30:15 - Super 32 This Weekend!34:40 - Weight by Weight Overview for 106 - 15056:00 - 157, 165 and the Chat01:06:25 - 175 - 285 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.

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.