Vikings Press Pass with Matthew Nicol
by Matthew Nicol
Vikings Press Pass is your all-access podcast for everything Augustana College athletics! Join me as I sit down with standout student-athletes from this NCAA Division III program, located in Rock Island, Illinois. From game highlights and personal stories to what it’s like competing in the CCIW, we dive deep into the lives of these Viking athletes and coaches. Whether you’re a fan or alum, this podcast is your ticket inside the world of Augie athletics. Tune in and get to know the players and coaches beyond the field of play!
Episodes
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Voices in the Stands: Season 2 Episode 9: Trick or Treat Across D3
Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! An all-access DIII football podcast by fans, for fans. We deliver "tailgate" format discussions on topics relevant to DIII teams across the country.
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Cooper Marsh, LB at Augustana College
Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! On this episode I sit down with Augustana senior linebacker Cooper Marsh to break down his goal-line forced fumble and recovery at North Park. Then we look ahead to Saturday's 1 p.m. matchup...
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Nick Golden, Defense End, leading tackler for the Vikings
Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! Nick joins me after a career week of 11 tackles vs North Central. We break down the loss at No. 1 North Central, what's been working for the defense under new coordinator Brian Cochran, and…
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Ben Ludlum, CCIW Player of the Week
Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! Ben joins me fresh off his CCIW player of the week campaign (231yds and 4 TDs) at Elmhurst this past Saturday.
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Kaden McShaw, 100-yard Pick-6
Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! Kaden joins me after tying the Augustana record, 100-yard interception return for a TD that dates back to 1939 by Don Allison vs Lake Forest.
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Tyreke Fortney, WR at Augustana College
Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! Tyreke Fortney joins me this week as we preview Illinois Wesleyan. We touch on his success not only on the field, but in the classroom and in business! Make sure you check out his clothing…
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Cole Schroeder, DB at Augustana College
Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! Augustana's Cole Schroeder joins fresh off a 42-14 win over Simpson, where he led the team with 10 tackles and a fumble recovery on the game's opening drive that set up a 58-yard touchdown. He...
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Jordan Delp, MBB Head Coach at Augustana College (D3) Vikings
Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! Coach Delp joins me to give a mid-season update on the Vikings. We discuss to their Top 5 Strength of Schedule, highlight some improved team stats YOY, current state of the recruiting climate...
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Jimmy Makuh, QB at Augustana College (D3) Vikings
Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! Jimmy Makuh, QB for the Augustana Vikings (D3) joins me to talk about last season, the Loras Scrimmage, and preview their game against Simpson College.
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Mark Beinborn, WBB Head Coach at Augustana College (D3) Vikings
Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! I sit back down with the Women's Basketball Head Coach at Augustana, Mark Beinborn. We reflect on the 2024-2025 season, the trip to Spain, and talk about the team as they are 6-games in to the...
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Carl Thomas, LB Football at Augustana College (D3) Vikings
Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! This week, I sit down with Augustana linebacker Carl Thomas to break down the Vikings’ big win over Carthage and his standout performance leading the team in tackles. We talk about what makes...
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Jake Miller, TE Football at Augustana College (D3) Vikings
Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! I sit down with TE Jake Miller ahead of the game vs Carthage. We connect on his 3 TD performance last Saturday, him playing in the McDonalds Baseball All-Star game, intramural basketball, and...
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Ethan Vrabec, WR Football at Augustana College (D3) Vikings
Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! Vikings Press Pass is your all-access podcast for Augustana College athletics! Join me as I sit down with standout student-athletes from this NCAA Division III program in Rock Island, Illinois.
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Jimmy Zitkus, Center Football at Augustana College (d3) Vikings
Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! Vikings Press Pass is your all-access podcast for Augustana College athletics! Join me as I sit down with standout student-athletes from this NCAA Division III program in Rock Island…
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Sean Schlanser, Wide Receiver for Augustana College
Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! Vikings Press Pass is your all-access podcast for Augustana College athletics! Join me as I sit down with standout student-athletes from this NCAA Division III program in Rock Island…
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Johnny and Gio, your favorite "We Family Now" TikTok cousins
Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! On this special episode of the Vikings Press Pass, I’m joined by viral cousins Gio and Johnny, the duo behind “We Family Now.” We talk about how a random event led to a life-changing…
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Ben Hartman, OL Football at Augustana College (D3) Vikings
Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! Vikings Press Pass is your all-access podcast for Augustana College athletics! Join me as I sit down with standout student-athletes from this NCAA Division III program in Rock Island…
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Ben Ludlum, RB Football at Augustana College (D3) Vikings
Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! Vikings Press Pass is your all-access podcast for Augustana College athletics! Join me as I sit down with standout student-athletes from this NCAA Division III program in Rock Island…
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Jimmy Makuh, QB Football at Augustana College (D3) Vikings
Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! Vikings Press Pass is your all-access podcast for Augustana College athletics! Join me as I sit down with standout student-athletes from this NCAA Division III program in Rock Island…
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Max Castle, OL Football at Augustana College (D3) Vikings
Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! On this episode, Senior OL Max Castle talks about his road back from surgery, moving from guard to tackle, and what it takes to anchor the line. We dive into his Europe trip, fishing and...
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Nick Hogan, DL/Captain Football at Augustana College (D3) Vikings
Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! On this episode of Vikings Press Pass, Senior DE and Captain Nick Hogan joins me to break down the defensive effort in the Simpson game, and his return to full strength after last season’s…
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Breyden Smith, WR/Captain Football at Augustana College (D3) Vikings
Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! On this episode of Vikings Press Pass, Senior WR and two-time captain Breyden Smith joins me for his second appearance on the show. We break down the Simpson game, takeaways on offense, and…
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Dylan Burton, LB/Captain Football at Augustana College (D3) Vikings
Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! On this episode of Vikings Press Pass, I sit down with Senior LB and Captain Dylan Burton ahead of the season opener at Simpson. We talk about his journey back from an ACL injury and how it...
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Toby Splitt, DB/Captain Football at Augustana College (D3) Vikings
Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! On this episode of Vikings Press Pass, I sit down with Senior Captain Toby Splitt as we get ready for the Vikings’ season opener at Simpson. We break down preparation for week one, the impact…
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Steve Bell, HC Football at Augustana College (D3) Vikings
Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! On this episode of Vikings Press Pass, I kick off Season 2 with Head Football Coach Steve Bell. Coach reflects on the team’s spring trip to Rome and what that unforgettable experience meant to...
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Season 1 Episode 57: Josh Wintroub, Baseball at Augustana College (d3) Vikings 5.16.2025
Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! On this episode of the Vikings Press Pass, we reconnect with Augie alum and current Kansas State Graduate Assistant Josh Wintroub. After pitching for the Wildcats last season, Josh has...
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Season 1 Episode 56: Harrison Boushele, Baseball at Augustana College (d3) Vikings 5.5.2025
Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! On this episode of the Vikings Press Pass, we catch up with Harrison Boushele, now pitching at the University of Houston. Harry reflects on his transition, from D3 to D1, bouncing back from...
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Season 1 Episode 55: 6x Seniors from Softball at Augustana College (d3) Vikings 5.4.2025
Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! On this special Senior Edition of the Vikings Press Pass, all 6x Augustana Softball Seniors—Kennedy, Meghan, Anna, Ally, Hannah, and Rose—join the show to reflect on their incredible journey....
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Season 1 Episode 54: Aubrey Gradin, Softball at Augustana College (d3) Vikings 5.2.2025
Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! On this episode of Vikings Press Pass, freshman 1B Aubrey Gradin joins the show! We talk about her journey from Davenport West to Augustana, earning CCIW Hitter of the Week honors, and her hot...
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Season 1 Episode 53: Alec McGinnis, Baseball at Augustana College (d3) Vikings 4.28.25
Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! On this episode of the Vikings Press Pass, 5th-year senior 2B Alec McGinnis joins the show! ⚾ We talk about his decision to return for one more season, hitting for the cycle, becoming Augie’s...
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Season 1 Episode 52: Chase Maifield, Baseball at Augustana College (d3) Vikings 4.27.25
Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! On this episode of Vikings Press Pass, Augie alum Chase Maifield (’23) checks in! 🚀 We talk about his coaching stop at Judson, playing D1 ball at Valpo, facing top-ranked teams, and his...
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Season 1 Episode 51: Alaina Diaz, Softball at Augustana College (d3) Vikings 4.11.25
Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! On this episode of the Vikings Press Pass, Freshman catcher Alaina Diaz joins me following a dominant doubleheader sweep over Wheaton. We dive into her reaction to being named to the NFCA...
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Season 1 Episode 50: Alexis Duke, Softball at Augustana College (d3) Vikings 4.11.25
Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! On Episode 50 of Vikings Press Pass, we celebrate this podcast's 50th Episode milestone with Freshman shortstop Alexis Duke from the Augustana Softball team. Alexis shares what it’s been like...
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Season 1 Episode 49: Emma Evans, Softball at Augustana College (d3) Vikings 4.7.25
Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! On this episode of the Vikings Press Pass, I’m joined by Junior 3B Emma Evans from the Augustana Softball team. We break down a jam-packed week on the diamond that included three doubleheaders...
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Season 1 Episode 48: Alex Simon, Baseball at Augustana College (d3) Vikings 4.4.25
Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! On this episode of Vikings Press Pass, I’m joined by fifth-year Senior Alex Simon from the Baseball team. We dive into his decision to return for another season. Alex breaks down his…
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Season 1 Episode 47: Emily Gad, Softball at Augustana College (d3) Vikings 3.31.25
Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! On this episode of Vikings Press Pass, I’m joined by Junior Emily Gad from the Augustana Softball team. We break down the team’s road-heavy schedule the past week between Tennessee and Florida...
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Season 1 Episode 46: Cameron Miller, Baseball at Augustana College (d3) Vikings 3.29.25
Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! On this episode of Vikings Press Pass, I’m joined by senior Cameron Miller from the Augustana Baseball team. We discuss his pitching style and how he embraces the pressure of closing out games...
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Season 1 Episode 45: Marley Behm, Softball at Augustana College (d3) Vikings 3.21.25
Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! On this episode of Vikings Press Pass, I’m joined by Junior Marley Behm from the Augustana Softball team. The Vikings are off to a dominant 6-0 start, and we dive into what’s been clicking for...
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Season 1 Episode 44: Dymitri Kanellakis, Baseball at Augustana College (d3) Vikings 3.17.25
Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! On this episode of Vikings Press Pass, I’m joined by fifth-year senior Dymitri Kanellakis to break down the Vikings’ 6-4 start to the season, his transition from center to left field, and his...
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Season 1 Episode: 43 Michael Aragon, Baseball at Augustana College (d3) Vikings 3.17.25
Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! On this episode of Vikings Press Pass, fifth-year senior Michael Aragon joins the show to talk about the team’s trip to Fort Myers for the Gene Cusic Classic, and this past weekend's Augustana...
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Season 1 Episode 42: Addison Southwick, Baseball at Augustana College (d3) Vikings 3.4.25
Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! Fifth-year senior Addison Southwick joins me on the Vikings Press Pass to discuss his decision to return for another season and what motivates him on the mound. We break down the Vikings'…
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Season 1 Episode 41: Lauren Koster, Softball at Augustana College (d3) Vikings 3.3.25
Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! Junior pitcher Lauren Koster joins me on the Vikings Press Pass to talk about the Vikings' 4-0 start. She shares insights on the team’s evolving culture, impact players, personal and team…
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Season 1 Episode 40: Nicolas Giliberto, MBB at Augustana College (d3) Vikings 2.24.25
Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! Senior Nicolas Giliberto joins me on the Vikings Press Pass fresh off a huge Senior Night win over #11 Illinois Wesleyan. We discuss the electric atmosphere, the impact of the home crowd, and...
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Season 1 Episode 39: John Nelson, HC Softball at Augustana College (d3) Vikings 2.23.25
Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! On this episode of Vikings Press Pass, Head Softball Coach John Nelson joins me to talk about the team’s red-hot 4-0 start—their best since 2015. We break down the opening weekend at the Blue...
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Season 1 Episode 38: Eric Rowell, Asst Coach WBB at Augustana College (d3) Vikings 2.18.25
Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! On this episode of Vikings Press Pass, I sit down with Assistant Coach Eric Rowell to talk about his long-standing connection to Augustana basketball, spanning 14 seasons across both the men’s...
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Season 1 Episode 37: Justin Hauer, Asst Head Coach Baseball at Augustana College (d3) Vikings 2.12.25
Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! In this episode of Vikings Press Pass, I sit down with Associate Head Coach Justin Hauer as the Vikings gear up for their season opener at the Rhodes Classic in Memphis. We discuss the...
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Season 1 Episode 36: Jacob Badger, Wrestling at Augustana College (d3) Vikings 2.12.25
Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! In this episode of the Vikings Press Pass, I sit down with Senior wrestler Jacob Badger, currently regionally ranked at 197 lbs, to talk about his season, mindset, and preparation for the...
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Season 1 Episode 35: Anthony Cooper MBB at Augustana College (d3) Vikings 2.9.25
Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! In this episode of the Vikings Press Pass, I catch up with Anthony Cooper from the Men’s Basketball team to talk about the Vikings’ third straight win over Millikin, what’s been driving their...
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Season 1 Episode 34: Kade Ariano, MBB Student Manager at Augustana College (d3) Vikings 2.4.25
Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! In this episode of the Vikings Press Pass, I sit down with Kade Ariano, student manager for the Men’s Basketball team. We talk about his journey to the role, his daily responsibilities, and...
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Season 1 Episode 33: Jack Patting, Wrestling at Augustana College (d3) Vikings 2.3.25
Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! On this episode of the Vikings Press Pass, I chat with Augustana Wrestling Senior Jack Patting about his season, recent tournament performances, and preparation for the CCIW Championships. He...
About this show
Vikings Press Pass is your all-access podcast for everything Augustana College athletics! Join me as I sit down with standout student-athletes from this NCAA Division III program, located in Rock Island, Illinois. From game highlights and personal stories to what it’s like competing in the CCIW, we dive deep into the lives of these Viking athletes and coaches. Whether you’re a fan or alum, this podcast is your ticket inside the world of Augie athletics. Tune in and get to know the players and coaches beyond the field of play!
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