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DFL Swimming Podcast
by Casey Stowe and Desmon Sachtjen
The DFL Swimming Podcast dives into the world of college swimming with analysis and insider perspective. Hosted by former University of Minnesota swimmers Casey Stowe and Dez Sachtjen, the show breaks down NCAA storylines, top-performing athletes, and the future of the sport. From dual meet battles to championship predictions, the DFL podcast brings objective conversation to fans of the sport.
Episodes
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Men's 2026 NCAA Swimming and Diving Championships Recap
In this episode of the DFL Swimming Podcast, we break down the NCAA Men’s Championships, starting with a recap of our predictions and how the team race actually played out—highlighting Texas vs. Florida and Tennessee’s big jump. We dive into key performances, surprising underperformances (looking...
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Cavalier Dominance - 2026 Womens NCAA Championships Recap
In this episode of the DFL Swimming Podcast, we break down the biggest storylines from the NCAA Women’s Championships, including Virginia’s continued dominance and Cal’s rise in the team standings. We revisit our preseason predictions, discuss key NCAA format changes, and highlight some of the…
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Mens NCAA Swimming and Diving Championships 2026 Preview
In this episode of the DFL Swimming Podcast, we break down the upcoming Men’s NCAA Championships, including key storylines, event previews, and our predictions for how the team race will unfold. We discuss the impact of the new NCAA format, notable scratches and injuries, and the events we’re…
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Cavaliers on TOP?!?! - Women's NCAA Championship Preview
In this episode of the DFL Swimming Podcast, we preview the Women’s NCAA Championships by breaking down the team race, key storylines, and must-watch events. We discuss whether Virginia can defend their title, the tight battle for the top-10 team spots, and the races that could decide the meet.…
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The END of NCAA Conference Season 2026
We break down the biggest takeaways from the Big Ten and Big 12 championships as NCAA season approaches. Indiana looks firmly in control of the B1G, Michigan continues to surge, and teams like Ohio State and Northwestern showed surprising depth. We also discuss Arizona State’s record-breaking…
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Are Teams SANDBAGGING for NCAAs??? SEC, ACC, B1G and Big 12 Conference Analysis
Conference championships are heating up and we’re breaking down all the biggest swims and storylines from the SEC, ACC, and Big Ten. From Texas’ dominance and Liendo looking sharp, to Virginia flexing in the ACC and Michigan officially “arriving” in the B1G, we hit the major takeaways. We debate...
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Let the GAMES BEGIN - NCAA Conference Championships
Conference season is here, and we’re breaking down our full 2026 ACC, SEC, and Big Ten previews. We debate Cal vs. NC State vs. Stanford on the men’s ACC side, how dominant Texas can be in the SEC, and whether IU or Michigan takes control in the Big Ten. We also highlight the must-watch…
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Dual Meet Season is OVER -> Conference Championships
Big January duals are in the books, and we’re breaking down where the top programs really stand. From Zona vs. ASU fireworks and NC State’s distance dominance to UVA’s women flexing elite depth and Cal’s puzzling approach to big meets, we hit all the major Power Four matchups. We also dive into...
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NCAA Champion x DFL Swimming Podcast
Join hosts Casey Stowe and Desmon Sachtjen on the DFL Swimming Podcast as they welcome back Max McHugh, a four-time NCAA champion and current assistant swimming coach at the University of Notre Dame. Dive into Max's journey from champion swimmer to coach, explore the dynamics of coaching at Notre...
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Is the College Swimming League LEGIT??
In this episode, we break down and react to a recent podcast featuring Kyle Sockwell and his vision for a new professional-style league connected to college swimming. We discuss what the proposed format could look like, which programs may be involved, and the biggest challenges facing the...
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Best Womens NCAA Team of ALL time??!!
This episode is entirely focused on one question: what is the greatest women’s NCAA swimming team of all time? We break down the most dominant women’s programs in college swimming history by comparing finalist depth, event wins, record-breaking performances, and championship impact. From…
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The BEST Men's NCAA Team of ALL Time??!!
This episode is fully dedicated to answering one massive question: what is the greatest men’s NCAA swimming team of all time? We break down the most dominant men’s programs in college swimming history, comparing legendary squads across eras using hard data—A-finals, B-finals, event wins, records,...
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That's at WRAP on NCAA Swimming Midseason Mania
This week on the DFL Swimming Podcast, we break down all the major storylines from last weekend’s midseason meets. We open with the Tennessee Dual Meet Challenge — a promising but still unfinished product — and dive into how timeouts, scoring confusion, and UVA’s strategy shaped the meet’s…
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Will Casey's mic EVER get fixed?? DFL Midseason MADNESS
Casey and Dez break down all the key midseason invites, the top teams to watch, and the swimmers primed for big drops heading into the fastest stretch of the fall. We debate whether the current midseason format has gotten stale, look at Tennessee’s bracket-style meet, and hit the biggest…
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Raleigh Rumble & Dual Meet Chaos in College Swimming - DFL Swimming Podcast
Casey and Dez dive into the action from the Raleigh Rumble and a packed weekend across college swimming. From the new dual-meet format to standout performances in Cal-Stanford Pt. 2, Louisville-Kentucky, and ASU-USC, they debate whether these changes are improving or confusing the sport. Plus,...
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Are the Golden Bears in BIG TROUBLE??
Casey and Dez break down a packed weekend in college swimming — from ASU, Cal, and Stanford’s West Coast showdown to UVA-UNC and Texas-Tennessee duels. Is Cal’s men’s era ending? Can ASU deliver more at NCAAs? Plus, Florida-Georgia meet and what early results reveal about shifting NCAA power...
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Did the GT dual meet tournament format get BOTCHED??
Casey and Dez dive into all the action from the Georgia Tech Dual Meet Tournament — from Kaii Winkler’s standout performances to the intense Minnesota vs Auburn showdown. They break down standout swims, and what this new dual-meet format reveals about the current NCAA landscape. Plus, early...
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Is the END of NCAA Dual Meets?! DFL Podcast Episode #3
Casey and Dez recap the Georgia Tech Dual Meet Tournament — breaking down key matchups, standout swims, and what this new format means for college swimming. From upsets to strategy, we dive into how this weekend reshaped the NCAA picture.
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Has the NCAA RUINED College Swimming? DFL Podcast Episode 2
Casey and Dez break down the new NCAA meet rule changes and what they mean for the sport. From early dual meet highlights — Indiana vs Florida, UVA’s depth check, ASU, and Horizon League standouts — to debates on suiting, NIL in swimming, and Texas’ international-heavy roster, we take an…
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2025-26 NCAA Swimming and Diving Season Preview
In our debut episode, Casey and Dez kick off the DFL Swimming Podcast with a full NCAA season preview. We break down the top teams, big transfers, standout summer performances, and key storylines shaping men’s and women’s NCAA swimming. From upset predictions to returning dominance, we dive into...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The DFL Swimming Podcast dives into the world of college swimming with analysis and insider perspective. Hosted by former University of Minnesota swimmers Casey Stowe and Dez Sachtjen, the show breaks down NCAA storylines, top-performing athletes, and the future of the sport. From dual meet battles to championship predictions, the DFL podcast brings objective conversation to fans of the sport.
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Casey Stowe and Desmon Sachtjen
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The DFL Swimming Podcast dives into the world of college swimming with analysis and insider perspective. Hosted by former University of Minnesota swimmers Casey Stowe and Dez Sachtjen, the show breaks down NCAA storylines, top-performing athletes, and the future of the sport. From dual meet battles...
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DFL Swimming Podcast is created and hosted by Casey Stowe and Desmon Sachtjen.
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