Ty Walz Podcast

Ty Walz Podcast

di Ty Walz
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Alumni Series #2: David Bergida 17' Path to VT, Transition to MMA, Training, Nutrition
You can follow David on Instagram in the links below:@bergidamma@davidbergida
Alumni Series #1: Carl Gellis 65' Long Island, “Sprig” Gardner, Brooklyn Dodgers, 1958 NFL Championship, Post WW2 Germany, 60' Olympics, Favorite VT Wrestling Era’s
Guilty by Suspicion - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0101984/ 1958 NFL Championship - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1958_NFL_Championship_Game Frank "Sprig" Gardner - http://mepham.org/sprig.html Mepham High School - http://mepham.org/life100/life100.html Hilda Chester - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hilda_Chester The two Iowa Wrestlers we needed to lose in 2016 were Branden Sorenson and Thomas Gilman - http://www.wrestlingstats.com/ncaa/pdf/brackets/NCAA2016.pdf
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#8 Mekhi Lewis: Returning Next Year, Dog Ownership, Graduation, Philanthropy, Injuries
Mekhi is one of the most unique and incredible athletes I've ever had the pleasure to be around. His impacts on both VT Wrestling and his home community back in Somerset, New Jersey are accomplishments to be celebrated for years to come.
#7 Eddie Ventresca: NCAA Championships, Injuries, The Team, Jersey Pizza
Allow Eddie to take you through his mindset and thoughts throughout each of his matches at the 2023 NCAA Championships. He also fills you in on his life, interactions with the team, and much more.
#6 Kolton Clark: Hunting, Early Life Wrestling, Flying Planes
Kolton wrestles 174lbs for the Hokies and competed in several varsity matches throughout his career. The Alabama native shares about his life, how he ended up at Tech, and his hobby of flying airplanes.
#5 James Brown: Corps of Cadets, Freshman Year, Walking On, Being a Teammate and a Leader
James is a great example of what you get when you choose to work incredibly hard in all areas of your life. The embodiment of a teammate and someone we will all be thankful for when he begins serving our country. Sponsor Notes: Bryan Taylor taylorteamrealtors.com or 540.315.5880 Intro Music Spotify: The Jared Stout Band
#4 Caleb Henson: Mindset, Favorite Athletes, Nutrition, Nicknames, Georgia, Terry Style Wrestling
Caleb is a student of every aspect of his game from mentality down to nutrition. He provides great insight into his way of thinking and shares some experiences that got him to where he is today. Sponsor Notes: taylorteamrealtors.com or call Bryan Taylor at 540.315.5880
#3 Collin Gerardi: Being a Christian Student Athlete, Early Life Wrestling, Nutrition and Sports Science, VA Team Predator
Collin Gerardi has been a leader on and off the mat for the Hokies the past 5 years. We discuss his his entry into the sport, and the decisions that lead him to becoming a college wrestler. We also covered his major and future plans after graduation as well as how he implemented his faith into his wrestling career and life.
#2 Hunter Bolen: SMASH OUTDOORS, The New River, Muskies, Content Creation
Hunter Bolen is a 2X All-American for the Hokies and part creator of SMASH OUTDOORS. Originally from Floyd, Virginia he knows just about all there is in the surrounding area in regards to hunting and fishing. You can find him and his brand below: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@SMASHOUTDOORS Instagram: smash.outdoors Instagram: hunter_bolen
#1 Dakota "The Junkyard Dog" Howard: Injury Update, St. Edwards, TWFOC, Fighting, Videogames
Dakota "The Junkyard Dog" Howard is a redshirt senior for the Virginia Tech wrestling team from Cleveland Ohio. He is an NCAA Qualifier and wrestles 197lbs for the Hokies. Follow Dakota at: Twitter: @DakotaHowardcod Instagram: dakotajyd_ Gospel Underground: https://open.spotify.com/show/4n4LWTUHyzdXDnVulvGAdT?si=778a5637aec24fee Unchained Song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t5uAX0pyD_I