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Philly Wrestling
by Kevin McGuigan
News, information, and stories about the wrestling community in and around Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. With an Olympic Level Regional Training Center and two NCAA Division 1 wrestling programs, Philly has become a hot spot for training at the collegiate and senior levels. Beyond the tip of the iceberg is a thriving wrestling community encompassing youth through high school, NCAA Division 3 programs, and outreach programs throughout the region. This is Philly Wrestling!
Episodes
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Matt McConnell - Temple University Head Wrestling Coach
Matt McConnell is the Head Wrestling Coach for the club team at Temple University. His enthusiasm for the sport and all things Philly shines through in all he does for young people. As an Academic Advisor at the university, he guides students throughout their careers specifically at the Fox…
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Kelly Dunnigan - NCAA Division 1 Athlete
In this episode, we're joined by Kelly Dunnigan, a recent graduate of the University of Pennsylvania. Kelly is preparing for a new challenge as he continues his wrestling journey at Rutgers next season. In our conversation, we discuss his path through the sport, the experiences that shaped him as…
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Lauren Burroughs - All I See Is Gold Academy
Lauren is an accomplished journalist, leader, entrepreneur, mother to five children, and wife of 7-time Olympic and World Gold medalist Jordan Burroughs.
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Chad Walsh - 2x NCAA All-American
In this episode, we talk with 2x NCAA All-American Chad Walsh who is in his sixth year as a Division 1 assistant coach. Chad's a local athlete having grown up in the Philadelphia area while competing for the storied Camden Catholic wrestling program.
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Kelly and Ryne McQueen - Olympic Games Raffle Winners
Kelly and Ryne McQueen entered a raffle for a chance to win two tickets to the Paris Olympics. The raffle was hosted by the Pennsylvania RTC. They won. This is their story about a trip of a lifetime.
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PRTC Supporters Barry Lynch and Brandon Bingham
Barry Lynch and Brandon Bingham are from Amarillo, Texas. They are supporters of the PRTC and all that the organization stands for. This is the story of how they came to support an organization that's in a different city and in a different time zone.
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Doug Zapf - Professional Athlete/Coach
Doug Zapf is currently a professional athlete representing the Pennsylvania Regional Training Center and Titan Mercury Wrestling Club. He is a graduate of Downingtown West High School and the University of Pennsylvania. A high school state champion, 3x NCAA National Qualifier, and U23 Freestyle...
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CJ Composto - NCAA All-American at the University of Pennsylvania
CJ Composto is a student-athlete at the University of Pennsylvania. A native of New Jersey, he is a two time state place winner and a 2022 NCAA All-American. Currently on a gap year from school, CJ shares his thoughts about the Philly Wrestling ecosystem including his training with the PRTC and…
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Bryan Pearsall - Associate Head Wrestling Coach at the University of Pennsylvania
Bryan Pearsall is the Associate Head Coach for Penn Wrestling. He shares his story of getting involved with wrestling at an early age, competing on three NCAA Championship teams at Penn State, and his thoughts about the current status and future of Penn Wrestling.
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CJ LaFragola - Drexel University Assistant Coach
CJ LaFragola grew up in South Jersey excelling as a multi-sport athlete. He chose to pursue wrestling at the NCAA Division 1 level leading him to Brown University. CJ was a 3x NCAA National qualifier for the Bears. Upon graduation, he moved on to Sacred Heart University and played football and...
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Coach Reina - "The ultimate wrestle-off"
Roger Reina coached two athletes who competed against each other for an Olympic Team spot. His assistant coach, Brian Dolph went up against his prized recruit and All-American student-athlete, Brandon Slay in the 2000 USA Olympic Team trials. Coach Reina shares his thoughts about creating a team...
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Gina Perry - Writer
Gina Perry, a mother of four children with PRTC Senior Athlete Richard Perry, is a writer and influential force in social media who has endless amounts of positive energy. Gina shares her behind the scenes story of what the Philadelphia wrestling community means to her. From her relationship with...
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Ben Reiter - Director of Beat The Streets National
Ben Reiter is a University of Pennsylvania graduate who went on to have a successful MMA career in South America. His life mission has been to serve others through non-profit initiatives at home and abroad. Ben has held roles of Director of Mentoring and Director of Strategic Partnerships at Beat...
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Max and Caleb Livingston - From Upper Darby to NCAA Division 1 and Professional MMA
Max and Caleb Livingston grew up in Upper Darby and competed under Bob Martin at Upper Darby High School. Caleb became an NCAA Division 1 walk-on at Penn State University. Max wrestled for Drexel University. Both athletes have competed professionally in MMA. Their stories are unique and…
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Michael Gadsby - Co-Founder and Chief Innovation Officer at O3 World
Michael Gadsby is a graduate of LaSalle College High School and the University of Pennsylvania. Mike is involved in many different entities within the Philadelphia Wrestling Community. From Beat the Streets and PAL to UPenn and Drexel, Mike can be seen and heard helping, mentoring, and coaching...
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B.J. Futrell - Assistant Coach University of Pennsylvania
Two time NCAA All-American B.J. Futrell is the first PRTC Senior Athlete to qualify for a US National Team. After successful decade of competing at the senior level, Futrell is now the assistant coach at the University of Pennsylvania. Honing his skills as a mentor for Beat The Streets Philly,...
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Scotty Parker - Drexel University Assistant Coach
Scotty Parker grew up in the Philadelphia area. He attended Pennridge High School where he was a three time Pennsylvania state medalist. He went on to compete at Lehigh University becoming a two time NCAA All-American. Upon graduation, Scotty took a job on Wall Street. Realizing the corporate…
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Richard Perry - PRTC Senior Athlete
Richard Perry first started wrestling at his high school in Connecticut. He learned quickly how to succeed on the mat. The 2x State Champion went on to Bloomsburg University where he had over 100 wins and was a 3x NCAA Division 1 Championship Qualifier. He began his international career and took…
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Will Schwartz - Ursinus College Wrestling student-athlete
Will Schwartz had a less than 35% chance of survival after having been born three months premature. He weighed less than 900 grams and was about 12". The ventilator machine that helped him breathe was dialed to the highest setting. According to Will, his only chance was to adapt and survive. He…
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Evan Botwin - Co-Chairman of WIBN-Philly Membership Committee
Evan Botwin was born and raised in Philly. He spent his youth wrestling for the local Police Athletic League program. He went on to compete for Wyoming Seminary and Duke University. Evan is an account manager for Red Hat and the Co-Chairman of the Membership Committee for the Philadelphia Chapter...
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Michael Vespa - Owner of Vespa Productions
Mike Vespa produced the WIBN/PRTC Summit events in January and February of 2021. His world class productions brought a lot of energy to Philadelphia and the local wrestling community. He has teamed up with local real estate entrepreneur Zac Pierce to host a wrestling clinic this July featuring...
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Michael Crowley - Head Coach and General Manager at Underground Wrestling
Michael Crowley was born and raised in South Jersey just a short distance from Center City Philadelphia. He's a three time high school state qualifier and a two time regional champion. With Michael's help, Underground Wrestling was able to provide training facilities for the Senior Level athletes...
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James Mangan - Executive Director of Beat The Streets Philadelphia
James Mangan was born and raised in Philadelphia. He began wrestling at the age of eight at the local Police Athletic League. It was there that he learned leadership skills and the importance of community. James has brought those skills and values with him as he leads one of the city's most...
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Roger Reina - Head Wrestling Coach at University of Pennsylvania
Roger Reina is an icon of the wrestling community in and around Philadelphia. At 24yrs old, he became a head coach for his alma mater. For several decades he has built a successful program with a lasting legacy. Coach Reina shares his thoughts about his program and the future of wrestling in...
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Zac Pierce - PA State Qualifier and Successful Entrepreneur
In this episode, I talk with successful entrepreneur, Zac Pierce. Zac wrestled at Upper Darby High School where he was a Pennsylvania State Qualifier. Prominent in the local multi-family real estate sector, he has recently closed a transaction in Philadelphia worth $160 million which was the...
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David McFadden - PRTC Senior Level Athlete
David McFadden is a Senior Level Athlete competing for the Pennsylvania Regional Training Center. On this episode, David shares his journey towards becoming a professional athlete and what it means for him to be a part of the Philadelphia wrestling community.
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Matt Azevedo - Head Wrestling Coach at Drexel University
In this episode we talk with Drexel University Head Wrestling Coach Matt Azevedo. Coach Azevedo is in his tenth year at the helm for the Dragons.
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Josh Walker - Team Impact
Josh Walker is the Mid-Atlantic Regional Executive Director for Team Impact. Team Impact is a non-profit organization that matches college programs with children living with chronic illness. The former Penn State University wrestling team captain shares his journey in the sport and what led him…
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Brandon Slay - Executive Director of the PRTC
Olympic Gold Medalist Brandon Slay is the Executive Director of the Pennsylvania Regional Training Center. The PRTC is designed to fuel the Olympic Dream by providing a premier training environment, Olympic level coaches, and experienced training partners. Coach Slay discusses his role in helping...
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Joseph Jamison Part 2 - Head Wrestling Coach at Ursinus College
This is part two of episode 3 where Joe talks about applying for the head coaching job at Ursinus.
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Joseph Jamison Part 1 - Head Wrestling Coach at Ursinus College
Joe Jamison was born and raised in the Philly Area. He graduated from Archbishop Wood High School and Kings College. Joe was a long time assistant coach under Chris Ayres at Princeton University. He recently took over the storied Ursinus College Wrestling Program. A high energy guy, Coach Jamison...
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Max Livingston - Student-Athlete at Drexel University
Current Drexel University student-athlete, Max Livingston, talks about his six teammates who have qualified for the 2021 NCAA Division 1 Championships to be held in St. Louis beginning on March 18th. Max gives great insight to wrestlers Julian Flores, Luke Nichter, Parker Kropman, Evan Barzak,...
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Philly Wrestling Episode 1
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
News, information, and stories about the wrestling community in and around Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. With an Olympic Level Regional Training Center and two NCAA Division 1 wrestling programs, Philly has become a hot spot for training at the collegiate and senior levels. Beyond the tip of the iceberg is a thriving wrestling community encompassing youth through high school, NCAA Division 3 programs, and outreach programs throughout the region. This is Philly Wrestling!
HOSTED BY
Kevin McGuigan
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News, information, and stories about the wrestling community in and around Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. With an Olympic Level Regional Training Center and two NCAA Division 1 wrestling programs, Philly has become a hot spot for training at the collegiate and senior levels. Beyond the tip of the...
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