Episodes
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The Nate Lull Podcast, Episode 332: David Smith
Nate welcomes returning guest and longtime local basketball coach David Smith for a conversation recorded at Foothills in Oneonta. A Delaware Academy graduate, David recently took over the boys basketball program at Clinton High School in Section III following an impressive eight-year run at West...
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The Nate Lull Podcast, Episode 331: John Tessitore from the JCK Foundation
Nate sits down with John Tessitore from the JCK Foundation for a special conversation recorded at Charlotte Valley Central School. John shares the story behind his organization and its mission to promote emotional wellness, build meaningful connections and break down the stigma surrounding mental...
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The Nate Lull Podcast, Special Edition: TVL & DL Soccer Collaboration
What does the new collaboration between the Tri-Valley League and Delaware League mean for the future of local high school sports? Nate sits down with Gilbertsville-Mt. Upton Athletic Director Greg Bonczkowski, who played a key role on the committee that developed the plan. Greg explains how the...
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The Nate Lull Podcast, Episode 330: Laycee Drake
Nate catches up with Deposit-Hancock standout Laycee Drake just before she leaves for the United Kingdom to launch her professional basketball career. She talks about signing her first contract with the B. Braun Sheffield Hatters of Super League Basketball and what excites her about joining a...
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The Nate Lull Podcast, Episode 329: Alexis Davis
Nate chats with Alexis Davis, M.Ed, ATC, CSCS, owner of Performance Athletics in Oneonta. Alexis helps athletes improve their strength, speed, agility and overall performance while also focusing on injury rehab, movement and running analysis. She works with people from a variety of backgrounds…
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The Nate Lull Podcast, Episode 328: Maverick Beckwith
Nate connects with Norwich wrestling standout Maverick Beckwith for an episode recorded at the Norwich YMCA. Mav discusses the big news that he will forgo his senior season at Norwich High School to attend the New York Military Academy, a college prep school located along the Hudson River near...
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The Nate Lull Podcast, Episode 327: Ashton Townsend
Nate visits with Ashton Townsend, who recently took over as Sports Director at WCDO Radio in Sidney. Ashton is a 2022 Downsville graduate who was a standout in Soccer, Basketball and Baseball for the Eagles. He then attended SUNY Brockport, where his work at the campus radio station gave him the...
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The Nate Lull Podcast, Episode 326: Breanna Gault
Nate welcomes Oneonta High School Soccer legend Bre Gault to the show. A 2005 OHS graduate, Bre is one of the most accomplished goalkeepers in local history and will be inducted into the New York State Sportswriters Girls Soccer Hall of Fame as a member of the Class of 2026. She talks about…
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The Nate Lull Podcast, Episode 325: John Nader & Lane Potter
Nate takes a deep dive into Oneonta history with John Nader and Lane Potter. John is currently writing a book about the city’s 6th Ward and the immigrants who settled there in the early 1900s, while Lane joins the conversation representing the Oneonta Boys and Girls Club. Located in the 6th Ward,...
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The Nate Lull Podcast, Special Edition: ARCM Recap with Zach Craft & Luke van der Veur
Nate talks paddling with Zach Craft of Unadilla and Luke van der Veur of Cobleskill as they recap the 2026 AuSable River Canoe Marathon in Michigan. The New York duo steadily climbed through the field during the 120-mile journey from Grayling to Oscoda, finishing in 16 hours and 3 minutes while...
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The Nate Lull Podcast, Episode 324: Hannah Wist
Nate sits down with Morris Central School alumna and Canisius University Soccer player Hannah Wist at the Foothills Performing Arts Center in Oneonta. A small-school standout, she was pulled up to varsity as a 7th grader and went on to earn multiple All-State selections in both Soccer and…
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The Nate Lull Podcast, Episode 323: Brooke Tillotson & Kayla Campbell
Nate heads to SUNY Cortland for a conversation with Brooke Tillotson and Kayla Campbell from the Red Dragons Women's Basketball team. Recorded during graduation week in May, this episode captures a milestone moment as both players prepare to receive their diplomas. Brooke, who will further her...
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The Nate Lull Podcast, Episode 322: Luke Bartlett
Nate catches up with Cherry Valley-Springfield graduate Luke Bartlett at the Clark Sports Center in Cooperstown. Luke talks about his lifelong passion for the outdoors, how it inspired him to study at SUNY Cobleskill, and the opportunities that followed, working in environmental conservation…
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The Nate Lull Podcast, Episode 321: Hayley Dawson
Nate stops by Worcester Central School for a conversation with Hayley Dawson, a native of Papamoa, New Zealand, who was helping at a summer basketball camp following her graduation from SUNY Morrisville. Hayley reflects on growing up in the beach town of Papamoa, the journey that brought her...
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The Nate Lull Podcast, Episode 320: Issy & Gabby Seamon with TJ Hoose
Nate visits Richfield Springs Central School for a conversation with twin sisters and 2026 graduates Issy and Gabby Seamon, along with RS/ODY Girls Soccer Coach TJ Hoose. The episode looks back on an impressive stretch for the program that included two Tri-Valley League titles and a Section IV...
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The Nate Lull Podcast, Sidney Track Edition: Dejah Taylor
Nate is joined by Dejah Taylor, one of the most decorated sprinters in Sidney Track and Section IV history. Dejah leaves behind an incredible legacy with 14 school records across Indoor and Outdoor Track, including nine individual marks and five relay records. Sidney's 2026 Valedictorian will...
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The Nate Lull Podcast, Episode 319: All Things WAJ
Nate travels to Windham-Ashland-Jewett Central School for this special episode entitled “All Things WAJ.” He visits with Hannah Tuttle, Piper Cohane, Gianna Garzone, and Sophia Garzone to discuss an outstanding 2025-2026 athletic season for the Warriors. WAJ Softball finished 21-1 and advanced to...
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The Nate Lull Podcast: Why Nate is Going Independent
Nate is in the guest seat for this special edition as co-host Rich Turnbull returns to ask the questions. After a brief break from the podcast while sorting through the logistics of a big career move, Nate is back to share an important update. Following his recent announcement that he is stepping...
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The Nate Lull Podcast, Episode 318: Ashten Haley & Nate Leonard
Nate sits down with Ashten Haley from the Cobleskill-Richmondville wrestling program in Section II. Ashten just finished his junior season and has established himself as one of the top high school wrestlers in New York State, highlighted by his recent commitment to Binghamton University. He...
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The Nate Lull Podcast, Episode 317: Bruce Juneau
Nate is joined by Bruce Juneau, the Sports Director for News 34, the television station based in Binghamton. Bruce has built a strong reputation in the area for coverage of the smaller schools throughout our corner of Section IV, often handling the work as a one-man crew. Originally from northern...
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The Nate Lull Podcast, Episode 316: Ellie Lees
Nate welcomes Ellie Lees to the show, a 2024 Delaware Academy graduate who is now competing in cross country and track and field at the Division-I level for Binghamton University. Ellie discusses her transition to college running and how she has battled through two major injuries. She also shares...
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The Nate Lull Podcast, Bronze Medal Edition: Erin Hamlin from the U.S. Women's Luge Team
Nate hits the road to Utica to catch up with Erin Hamlin, a Remsen native and one of the most decorated athletes in USA Luge history. Erin reflects on her journey to the Olympic stage, highlighted by her historic bronze medal at the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi. That performance made her the…
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The Nate Lull Podcast, State Champion Edition: Grace Walley
Nate connects with Walton’s Grace Walley following her New York State Indoor Track and Field championship in the shot put. Her winning throw of 39-11.75 topped the field against athletes from all school sizes across the state. A junior, Grace is a 3-sport athlete and a multiple-time league...
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The Nate Lull Podcast: The Choices We Make
The Nate Lull Podcast presents an episode titled “The Choices We Make.” Nate sits down with John Henson, a Cherry Valley native who spent 25 years in prison for the 1997 murder of Springfield Center resident Leslie Bartlett. Bartlett was a U.S. Army veteran, longtime owner of Ringwood Farms...
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The Nate Lull Podcast, Episode 315: McKenna Hoyt
Nate talks with McKenna Hoyt, a standout senior for the Stamford/Jefferson Girls Basketball team. During her time with S/J, she has rewritten the record books, scoring more than 2,000 career points and breaking the all-time Delaware League scoring record. She is also set to finish her career…
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The Nate Lull Podcast, Special Edition: Bethany Adams on Her Book "Unsupported"
Nate visits with Bethany Adams to talk about the release of her new book, "Unsupported," which is out now. Nate is joined by co-host Rich Turnbull for this episode, recorded at Clark Sports Center in Cooperstown. One of the most well-known climbers in the Adirondacks, Adams holds more than 100…
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The Nate Lull Podcast, State Champion Edition: Bella Phelps
Nate catches up with Sidney’s Bella Phelps following her first New York State girls wrestling championship. Bella went 45-1 this season and topped the podium at 114 pounds in Albany. She was dominant in the tournament, winning her final match 11-1. Bella is a sophomore with more than 100 career...
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The Nate Lull Podcast, Episode 314: Nicole & Genevieve Huston
Nate sits down with the mother-daughter duo of Nicole and Genevieve Huston from Whitney Point for a special field hockey episode. Nicole has helped build one of the most successful programs in New York State, as the Eagles have captured 10 NYS titles since 2014. Genevieve is headed to play...
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The Nate Lull Podcast, Gold Medal Edition: Haley Winn from the U.S. Women's Hockey Team
Nate makes a special trip to Boston to sit down with Haley Winn of the U.S. Women’s Hockey Team following her gold medal performance at the 2026 Olympic Winter Games in Italy. Haley grew up in Rochester and also has strong family ties to Bainbridge, where she has spent significant time over the...
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The Nate Lull Podcast, Episode 313: Rob Joy
Nate is joined by Rob Joy inside the Morris Central School Auditorium, along with co-host Rich Turnbull. Rob was back in town as his Morris Boys Basketball career scoring record of 1,251 points was being surpassed by current senior Ryan Murphy, giving the guys a perfect reason to sit down and...
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The Nate Lull Podcast: The Story of Slow Joe Doyle
The Nate Lull Podcast presents: The Story of Slow Joe Doyle. Nate and co-host Rich Turnbull uncover the story of a Major League Baseball pitcher from the early 1900s whose journey eventually brought him right to our own backyard. In this special edition, the guys explore the life and legacy of...
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The Nate Lull Podcast, Episode 312: P.J. Harmer
Nate connects with P.J. Harmer, who has worn many hats in the local media world. P.J. is well known for his time as a sports staff writer at The Daily Star in Oneonta and for his freelance work with newspapers and magazines across the country. He now works as a Public Information Specialist for...
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The Nate Lull Podcast, Episode 311: Bruce Mistler
Nate visits with Oneonta graduate Bruce Mistler, who is in his first year of college baseball at Mount Saint Mary College in Newburgh, New York. A 2025 OHS grad, Bruce played in a Jackets program that enjoyed major success in recent years, including Section IV titles in 2022, 2024, and 2025. He...
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The Nate Lull Podcast, Episode 310: Logan (Bruce) Adlum
Nate sits down with Delaware Academy alumna, Logan (Bruce) Adlum. A state champion in both track and field and basketball at DA, Logan went on to an outstanding track career at Ithaca College. She graduated in 2024 as a seven-time All-American, setting multiple school records and finishing as a...
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The Nate Lull Podcast, Episode 309: Laycee Drake
Nate catches up with Laycee Drake as she returns to the podcast to share her college basketball journey. Now a graduate student at St. Bonaventure University, the Hancock alumna is using her final year of eligibility to play for Coach Jim Crowley. Last on the podcast in 2023, Laycee brings...
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The Nate Lull Podcast, Episode 308: Dan Cheatham
Nate connects with Edmeston Boys Soccer Coach Dan Cheatham, who has continued to build on the tradition of success within the Panthers program. ECS captured the Section IV Class-D title in 2025 and followed it up with a run to the state final four. Dan and Nate recap the year and reflect on the...
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The Nate Lull Podcast, Episode 307: Sammi Massey & Nate Leonard
Nate talks with Sammi Massey, an 8th grade wrestling standout from Mount Markham in Section III. Sammi won a state title last season as a 7th grader at 94 pounds and finished the year with a 39-2 record, with both losses coming against boys. At the time of this episode, her record this season is...
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The Nate Lull Podcast, Holiday Edition: Jason Michael Carroll
Nate sits down with country music star Jason Michael Carroll ahead of his special holiday concert in Sidney. The show has since taken place and benefited Toys for Tots and Operation Merry Christmas. Jason has built a remarkable career in country music, with his 2007 debut album, "Waitin’ in the...
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The Nate Lull Podcast, Episode 306: Jeff Mlinar
Nate is back with Jeff Mlinar from Empire State Takeover for the annual Section IV Girls Basketball preview with a focus on the WCDO listening area. Jeff and Nate break down the teams and players making noise around our region. With coverage that spans most of New York State along with parts of...
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The Nate Lull Podcast, Episode 305: Dylan Thompson
Nate is joined by Dylan Thompson, a Hunter-Tannersville graduate and owner of Dylan Thompson Golf LLC. Dylan is a Class-A PGA Golf Professional who has spent 20 years at Christman’s Windham House Resort in Windham, New York. He shares his golf journey and why teaching the game has become such a...
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The Nate Lull Podcast, Episode 304: Marc Cerbone
Nate welcomes Marc Cerbone to the show, a 1992 Sidney graduate whose baseball career took him around the world and even to the Olympics. Marc was a standout pitcher at SCS, and in his senior year he threw the only perfect game in school history against Walton. He played NAIA baseball at Dominican...
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The Nate Lull Podcast: The Story of Lady Upton
The Nate Lull Podcast presents: The Story of Lady Upton. Nate and co-host Rich Turnbull share the remarkable story of Lady Upton, a nationally known harness racing horse from the small community of Mount Upton, New York. Born in 1864, she became one of the most successful “athletes” to ever come...
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The Nate Lull Podcast, Episode 303: Mallory Frazier
Nate catches up with Mallory Frazier, a 2020 graduate of Unatego and a multi-sport athlete who competed in basketball and softball for the Spartans. Mallory reflects on her college experience and how she discovered her passion for working in sports, with a focus on game day operations. She talks...
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The Nate Lull Podcast, Episode 302: Rena Goble
Nate sits down with 1997 Charlotte Valley alumna, Rena Goble, who is among the most accomplished athletes in Wildcats history. A standout on the basketball court, she finished with 2,121 points, which at the time was the most in Section IV history. Rena went on to play at the Division-II level…
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The Nate Lull Podcast: Remembering Nick Lambros (Nate's Interview with Nick from 2021)
This special episode of The Nate Lull Podcast revisits Nate’s 2021 conversation with legendary coach, Nick Lambros (1937–2025), who passed away on September 30th. Coach Lambros made a lasting impact on generations of athletes and coaches across upstate New York through his decades of work at...
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The Nate Lull Podcast, Special Edition: St. Bonaventure Women's Basketball Coach Jim Crowley
Nate heads to Western New York for a special edition interview at St. Bonaventure University. He sits down with Jim Crowley, head coach of the Bonnies Women’s Basketball program. A Windsor native with deep roots in Section IV, Crowley shares memories of recruiting standout players from small...
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The Nate Lull Podcast, Special Edition: ARCM Recap with Austin Henchey
Nate is joined by Unatego alum and local marathon canoe paddler, Austin Henchey, for a special recap of the 2025 AuSable River Canoe Marathon in Michigan. Also, be sure to check out the ARCM preview episode featuring his race partner, Jake Crotser. This was Austin’s first time at the AuSable, and...
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The Nate Lull Podcast, Special Edition: Fargo Recap with Landyn Shaffer & Nate Leonard
Nate presents another local wrestling feature with Gorilla Grapplers Coach, Nate Leonard, and Deposit-Hancock standout, Landyn Shaffer. It has been a remarkable summer on the mat for Landyn, highlighted by a second place finish at the Fargo National Tournament in North Dakota. Wrestlers must...
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The Nate Lull Podcast, Episode 301: Jim Lennox
Nate connects with a true coaching legend, former Hartwick Men’s Soccer Coach, Jim Lennox. Jim spent 27 years at Hartwick, closing his career with 318 wins and leading his squad to the 1977 NCAA Division-I title. His teams made 13 NCAA Tournament appearances, including five trips to the Final…
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The Nate Lull Podcast, Episode 300: Helen Sandford & Jerry Mackey
Nate celebrates a major milestone with Episode 300 of the podcast. He welcomes the only two coaches in the 52-year history of the Oneonta Girls Soccer program: Helen Sandford and Jerry Mackey. Helen started the program in 1973 and led it for 30 years, while Jerry has continued to build on her...
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