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 Airey Bros Radio is the #1 podcast for Wrestling, Cross Country & Track & Field athletes chasing opportunities at the HS, NAIA, JUCO, NCAA DII, DIII & D1 levels. Hosted by brothers Rich & Jimi Airey, we do the legwork so you don’t have to. Our mission: spotlight programs, coaches & stories overlooked by the mainstream. From high school dynasties to national championship programs, we bring you recruiting insights, culture deep-dives, underdog journeys & the knowledge we wish we had growing up.

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    • Tarleton State Wrestling’s Big Vision: Coach Grant Leath on Texas D1, Recruiting, Tiger Style, and NCWA Growth

      Tarleton State Wrestling’s Big Vision: Coach Grant Leath on Texas D1, Recruiting, Tiger Style, and NCWA Growth
      Feb 10 2026
      Texas wrestling is on the verge of a major shift — and Coach Grant Leath is right in the middle of it.In Episode 435 of Airey Bros Radio, we go belly-to-belly with Coach Grant Leath, head wrestling coach at Tarleton State and a key part of the Texas Collegiate Wrestling Foundation, to talk about building a program with national ambition — and what it could mean for the first NCAA Division I wrestling future in Texas history.We get into Grant’s Missouri roots, how injuries shaped him as a coach, the culture of “Tiger Style” (and why he’s adjusted training to protect athletes who are too motivated), and what it’s really like fundraising from scratch — including the wild idea of a bull-riding fundraiser.We also spotlight what doesn’t get enough love: the NCWA. Grant explains why the NCWA is one of the biggest opportunity-makers in wrestling, how it can function as a pipeline for roster caps, and why it may be the sport’s best “insurance policy” in uncertain NCAA times.Plus: Grant’s health-conscious dress shoe brand built for recovery (“running shoe disguised as a dress shoe”), recruiting angles, tuition hacks for out-of-state athletes, and why Texas is still massively under-tapped.Key topics: Tarleton State Wrestling, Texas D1 wrestling, NCWA, Tiger Style, Rob Cole, Stanford Wrestling, Missouri Wrestling, recruiting, fundraising, roster caps, NCAA uncertainty, in-state tuition waivers, Texas wrestling growth, Shreveport NCWA nationals.Show Notes With Timestamps0:00 ABR mission: spotlighting JUCO/NAIA/D2/D3/NCWA programs + getting Jersey kids everywhere2:26 Full ABR intro + guest intro: Coach Grant Leath (Tarleton State) + Texas Collegiate Wrestling Foundation5:20 Recruiting plugs + where to learn more (tsu wrestling site, updates, newsletter)6:11 Grant plugs his product: health-conscious dress shoes (recovery-focused), copper threading + Hoka-style outsole8:33 ABR pitch: “I’ll run a marathon in your dress shoes” cross-promo (Leadville + 26.2 talk)10:23 Grant’s origin story: tiny-town Missouri kid hears “wrestling” and thinks WWE11:50 First practice moment: coach tells dad “he’s a natural” — and Grant can’t quit after that13:13 Coaching starts in college: injuries, surgeries, and coaching teammates while sidelined14:47 Career impact: major injuries, peak ranking, nationals finish, and the hard stop16:07 The bitter taste + leaving wrestling… briefly (Florida job)17:08 Lessons from injuries: film study, mental reps, never guaranteed anything, gratitude for mat time18:50 Training philosophy shift: balancing “one more” with recovery for intrinsically motivated athletes21:20 Breaking down Tiger Style: identity, daily choices, culture pillars, “one more” mentality23:03 ABR adopting “one more” into coaching/PE culture24:03 Path to Stanford: missing wrestling, Tampa Jesuit help, Stanford storyline + Rob Cole connection25:54 The legendary Rob Cole reply: “not qualified” + equipment room joke → then the real invite27:39 Driving 44 hours to the Bay Area + first real coaching break30:47 Staff change → being let go + the Texas D1 opportunity emerges33:47 Fundraising rumor confirmed: bull riding fundraiser idea (Tarleton rodeo culture)36:20 Comedy fundraiser: Grant does 10 minutes opening for Greg Warren (sold-out event)41:18 Reality check: fundraising without alumni, room, or built-in base — “what am I fundraising for?”42:39 D1 timeline tease: conference acceptance + “major announcement soon” (careful not to overpromise)43:54 Season update: roster changes, ranked progress, D1 opponents, tournament placers, NCWA ranking46:22 Recruiting pitch: being first in Texas, trailblazer mindset, “do what Little Rock did — faster”49:34 Mike Moyer/NWCA goal: a D1 program in every state + Texas impact53:09 Why the NCWA matters: opportunities, roster caps pipeline, growth, and wrestling’s safety net59:11 NCWA gripe: Club Cup duels restriction conflicts with “opportunity” mission1:00:52 Tarleton recruiting: in-state tuition waiver for out-of-state (GPA/SAT/class rank)1:03:00 Location + campus growth + Texas A&M system resources1:03:43 Tarleton majors: education, nursing, engineering, ag + job placement stats1:06:00 Roster makeup: mostly Texas kids + untapped recruiting market1:11:05 Texas wrestling participation growth + number of programs vs public schools1:13:13 Tarleton as new D1 athletic department + campus culture (clean campus, “don’t walk on the grass”)1:15:03 “60% female population” note for the single wrestlers 😅1:16:48 Daily ritual: journaling (gratitude + improvements + daily goals)1:18:14 What Grant listens to + Texas music rabbit hole1:20:30 Guilty pleasure: Pokémon collecting + recruiting connection1:22:14 Favorite wrestling shoe talk: Brute uglies, Air Reversals, new ASICS “freaks” vibe1:23:28 Wrap-up + future return when news drops + shoutouts
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    • Building Mercyhurst Wrestling’s New Division I Identity | Recruiting, Culture & Program Growth with Coach Jimmy Overhiser | ABR 434

      Building Mercyhurst Wrestling’s New Division I Identity | Recruiting, Culture & Program Growth with Coach Jimmy Overhiser | ABR 434
      Feb 3 2026
      In Episode 434 of Airey Bros Radio, we sit down with Coach Jimmy Overhiser, Head Wrestling Coach at Mercyhurst University, to break down what it really takes to build a Division I wrestling program from the ground up.Coach Overhiser shares his journey from Reinhardt University to Drexel University and United States Military Academy, before taking the reins at Mercyhurst during its transition to NCAA Division I.

      We dive deep into:
      ✅ Recruiting during a D1 transition
      ✅ Creating culture, accountability, and long-term stability
      ✅ What “FIT” really means for student-athletes
      ✅ Faith, academics, and leadership development
      ✅ NCWA postseason strategy during the transition years
      ✅ Mercyhurst’s elite majors like Intelligence Studies and 4+1 Business
      ✅ Building facilities, staff, and infrastructure from scratch
      ✅ Why Pennsylvania remains one of the deepest wrestling states in America

      This episode is packed with real recruiting insight, program-building strategy, and honest perspective for athletes, parents, and coaches navigating today’s college wrestling landscape.If you care about college wrestling recruiting, Division I program development, or finding the right academic-athletic fit — this one’s for you.🎧 Now streaming on Spotify & Apple Podcasts.

      ⏱️ Timestamp Show Notes
      0:00 – ABR mission + spotlighting under-covered programs
      2:07 – Official intro + Coach Overhiser background
      3:19 – Taking over Mercyhurst during its D1 transition
      7:54 – Cornell connections + coaching network
      9:46 – NCWA postseason importance during transition years
      11:57 – Supporting seniors through program changes
      13:50 – Wrestling origin story (yes… WWE played a role 😄)
      16:29 – Discovering coaching as a career path
      18:35 – Life in NAIA wrestling + recruiting Northeast athletes
      21:39 – Applying for the Mercyhurst job + building a program plan
      25:08 – CEO mindset: fundraising, retention, recruiting strategy
      26:40 – Core coaching philosophy + individualized athlete development
      30:01 – Recruiting “FIT” and eliminating culture problems early
      33:43 – Lifestyle recruiting: fishing, teammates, small-campus life
      36:09 – Explaining D1 transition + postseason eligibility
      39:49 – Why Mercyhurst moved to Division I
      44:22 – Mercyhurst academic strengths (Intelligence, Business 4+1, Sciences)
      46:50 – Running a program as essentially a one-man staff
      50:59 – Handling overwhelm + remembering why coaching matters
      54:18 – Pennsylvania wrestling depth + regional recruiting advantage
      56:31 – Faith-based culture at Mercyhurst
      58:00 – Campus vibe + upcoming wrestling facility plans
      59:24 – Wyoming Seminary prep days + Blair Academy battles
      1:02:25 – Daily habits, training, and leadership routines
      1:07:30 – Guilty pleasure reveal (Clear American + Monsters 😅)
      1:10:03 – Final thoughts + Mercyhurst Wrestling future
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    • ABR 433 | Nate Shearer (Washington & Lee Wrestling) — Building an Elite Division III Program in the ODAC

      ABR 433 | Nate Shearer (Washington & Lee Wrestling) — Building an Elite Division III Program in the ODAC
      Jan 30 2026
      In Episode 433 of Airey Bros Radio, we go belly-to-belly with Nate Shearer, Head Wrestling Coach at Washington & Lee University, for a deep dive into what it really takes to build a championship-level Division III wrestling program while maintaining elite academic standards.Coach Shearer breaks down his 13-year journey leading the Generals, how W&L climbed from small rosters and forfeits to becoming a conference champion and national contender, and why the ODAC’s growth has made D3 wrestling in Virginia more competitive (and more fun) than ever.We also get into high-academic recruiting realities (early decision, fit-first recruiting, national pipeline), what W&L students actually study (business, engineering, health professions, CS), the culture shift that keeps athletes thriving, and the behind-the-scenes “CEO” side of running a program—travel, film, training, community, and consistency.Plus: Springsteen, the Stone Pony, coffee setups, saunas, vinyl, and the most dangerous guilty pleasure in America: ice cream.Follow Washington & Lee Wrestling:
      • Website: generalsports.com

      • Social: @generalswrestle (Instagram/X)

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      Timestamp / Show Notes
      0:00 ABR mission: shining light on JUCO/NAIA/D2/D3 opportunities + recruiting conversations we wish we had
      1:29 Intro: Nate Shearer, Head Coach at Washington & Lee Wrestling (Year 13)
      3:16 2025–26 snapshot: season context + ODAC dual stretch ahead
      3:52 Where recruits/parents should go: generalsports.com + @generalswrestle
      4:18 Through-line: ODAC talk + shoutout to Coach Nate Yetzer (Roanoke)
      5:05 Virginia D3 wrestling growth: from “only program” to a full conference
      6:43 Has ODAC expansion changed recruiting? Why it’s helped, not hurt
      8:32 Origin story: “I didn’t want to wrestle” — thrown into a tournament with zero prep
      10:08 Mark Coleman connection + early chaos of learning wrestling the hard way
      12:58 When coaching became the path: Ohio Northern → mentorship → wrestling finally becomes “fun”
      16:09 First coaching years: volunteering, teaching, GA role, building a youth club from scratch
      19:09 Coaching philosophy: building athletes up, not tearing them down
      23:54 Year 1 vs Year 13 at W&L: tiny roster, forfeits, growing in “small chunks”
      24:58 Turning point: first national qualifier (2016) + expectations shift
      25:27 Admissions reality: low acceptance rate + recruiting the right academic fit
      26:37 Culture + community: families/alumni, packed home invite, “it’s not hard to be here”
      29:19 High-academic recruiting pace: Early Decision deadline + why the “funnel” moves fast
      31:25 Best wrestling state debate: NJ guys pounding the drum… but the data loves Connecticut
      33:24 What majors recruits choose: business, health professions, engineering, CS + sciences
      35:29 Facilities + Lexington vibe + being next door to VMI (two closest wrestling campuses)
      37:17 2025–26 season report: best rankings in program history, injuries, staying steady
      39:29 Date to circle: Friday, Feb 6 @ Roanoke (potentially stacked ranked lineup)
      40:22 Brisket at matches? Not yet—“need a clone” (but recruiting camp meals are real)
      41:15 Historic flex: 1936 wrestling championships hosted at W&L + gym built in the early 1900s
      44:06 “Head coach as CEO”: what he actually manages (training, travel, film, recruiting)
      45:04 Resources matter: why W&L is positioned differently (support systems, fewer corners cut)
      48:33 Department success + top programs across campus + the “full package” student-athlete experience
      52:03 Coffee talk: Americano life, pour over hacks, road-map coffee shout
      54:32 Daily ritual: basement sauna + outdoor shower (recovery > cold tubs)
      56:45 What he’s listening to: Steven Wilson Jr. + vinyl collecting
      58:01 Flea market circuit upbringing: baseball cards, memorabilia, Ohio hustle
      1:00:36 Cleveland baseball + Major League quotes + stadium nostalgia
      1:01:14 Prize vinyl: Springsteen — Nebraska
      1:03:13 Airey Bros Stone Pony classics: Warped Tour, Deftones, Pennywise, Sublime, Blink, 311
      1:05:16 Springsteen deep cut: “Atlantic City” + NJ States mindset story
      1:07:46 Guilty pleasure: ice cream (Reese’s/peanut butter + Butterfinger ice cream bars)
      1:09:33 Wrap-up + where to follow W&L + what’s next on ABR
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