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The Sidelines Podcast elevates RMAC administrators, coaches and student-athletes, celebrating their interests, hobbies, and identities outside of athletics. The Sidelines aims to support the Division II motto "Make It Yours" and emphasize a healthy "life in the balance" across the league. #EverythingElevated

  1. VOR 3 TAGEN

    Episode 68: Olivia Reed Thyne - Colorado Mesa Women's Basketball

    To kick off the NCAA DII Women's Basketball Tournament, The Sidelines sits down with three-time RMAC Women's Basketball Player of the Year, and the RMAC's career scoring and rebound record holder, Olivia Reed Thyne. The foundation of Olivia's storied career at Colorado Mesa began in La Junta, Colorado, where her dad coached men's basketball at Otero Junior College, before taking his career to Chadron State and the University of Northern Colorado. Throughout her basketball journey, Olivia learned the importance of separating her identity from the sport she loved, allowing her to play freely and perform in high pressure situations and games. Olivia and her teammates take the court for the first round of the NCAA DII Women's Basketball Tournament against Lubbock Christian, chasing a national championship ring to add to their list of accomplishments. Join The Sidelines in celebrating Olivia's legacy as not only one of the most decorated women's basketball players the RMAC has ever seen, but a teammate and leader that has fully made her mark on her community and program.

    25 Min.

  2. 3. MÄRZ

    Episode 67: Stewart Erhart - Fort Lewis College Men's Basketball

    The RMAC celebrates the beginning of the 2026 Men's Basketball Tournament with three-time RMAC Player of the Week, Stewart Erhart of Fort Lewis College. As one of just two players on the Skyhawks roster when head coach, Jordan Mast, was hired, Stewart demonstrated loyalty and trust to a historically successful program, which has now started a new generation of talent and leadership. Before his time at Fort Lewis, Stewart was a two-time Gatorade Boys Basketball Player of the Year from Alaska, proudly representing his family and Native American roots and introducing him to the opportunity to carry on his career at Fort Lewis. Episode 67 highlights Stewart's Native American culture and the sense of community he's felt during his time at Fort Lewis, which ties directly to the institution's mission of serving Indigenous students. Tune in tonight at 6:00pm MT as the Skyhawks take on the Adams State Grizzlies in the RMAC Men's Basketball Tournament quarterfinals.

    18 Min.

  3. 3. MÄRZ

    Episode 66: Elaina Watson and Jada Price - Adams State Women's Basketball

    It's officially tournament week for RMAC basketball! To kick off an exciting night of quarterfinal matchups, The Sidelines: Episode 66 catches up with graduate student, Elaina Watson, and sophomore, Jada Price, of the Adams State Grizzlies. Beyond their shared love for basketball, Elaina and Jada share journeys filled with injuries and health challenges that easily could have ended their basketball careers. As discussed in Episode 66, however, both of them used these roadblocks as motivators to push beyond what even doctors thought was feasible, while leaning on their incredible support systems, teammates and Coach Mario. Tune in for an inspiring episode that puts basketball into perspective and sets the stage for a determined Adams State women's basketball team to take the court tonight against the MSU Denver Roadrunners.

    34 Min.

  4. 26. FEB.

    Episode 65: Allison Beasley - Western Colorado Track and Field

    The stage is set for the 2026 RMAC Indoor Track and Field Championships in Gunnison, CO. The highly anticipated championships will not only feature the highest collegiate indoor track in the world, but also three of the nation's top 20 Division II track and field programs this year. Episode 65 highlights Allison Beasley, an All-American distance and steeplechase student-athlete from Western Colorado, as she shares what it means to her and her teammates to get to bring the RMAC Championships to their home facility. As she wraps up her senior season this spring, Allison reflects on the supportive running community she's been surrounded with her entire life, while also looking forward to the software engineering position she has lined up after graduation. Tune in to help celebrate Allison's storied career at Western Colorado, and prepare for a weekend of the nation's best track and field programs battling for the conference crown.

    26 Min.

  5. 20. FEB.

    Episode 64: Mark Nore, David Crum and Dave Smith - Black Hills Brawl and Rapid City Rush Highlight

    Division II's oldest football rivalry, the Black Hills Brawl, takes the ice this Saturday, February 21, as the Rapid City Rush face off with the Worcester Railers for a three-game home series in Rapid City, SD. The Rapid City Rush, now led by President Jared Reid and Head Coach, Dave Smith, has offered a consistent source of entertainment and camaraderie to the Black Hills sports community for the past 18 years. This year, the local ECHL professional squad takes their community contributions a step further, by celebrating the rivalry of Black Hills State and South Dakota Mines. In Episode 64, Coach Smith joins Black Hills State athletics director, Mark Nore, and South Dakota Mines athletics director, David Crum, to share the importance of the longstanding traditions and competitiveness this rivalry has sparked in the region for decades. Following the game Saturday, the Rapid City Rush will be auctioning off the South Dakota Mines and Black Hills State special jerseys, worn by the players, further supporting both athletics departments and capturing the power of sport through community. Purchase your tickets for Saturday's 7:05pm puck drop at rapidcityrush.com.

    41 Min.

  6. 6. FEB.

    Episode 63: Ryan Campbell - Colorado Mesa Swimming and Diving

    The RMAC's next championship event, the 2026 RMAC Swimming and Diving Championships, highlights one of the most dominate swimming and diving programs in the country in Colorado Mesa. One of the Mavericks' seniors, Ryan Campbell, joins Episode 63 to offer some insight into the impressive sport of diving. Ryan, a repeat RMAC Diver of the Week, and last year's RMAC Diver of the Year, accredits much of his success to the development he gained through junior college, explaining that oftentimes, competing at a high level in Division II doesn't always occur on a linear path. Ending his career at Colorado Mesa has shown Ryan what a true college community looks like, and has encouraged him to take each dive and each opportunity to compete as a privilege. As Ryan sets his sights on a National Championship this season, the RMAC is excited to celebrate him, and the rest of the competitors, during their stop at the 2026 RMAC Swimming and Diving Championships next week in Grand Junction.

    23 Min.

  7. 28. JAN.

    Episode 62: Julia Richey - Simon Fraser University Women's Wrestling

    The RMAC is thrilled to host its third RMAC Women's Wrestling Championships in Colorado Springs at the United States Air Force Academy. To set the stage for a highly competitive championship, Episode 62 features Julia Richey of Simon Fraser University. The senior for the Red Leafs is the RMAC's defending conference champion at 207, and has been a dominate presence in the league this season, bringing home an RMAC Women's Wrestler of the Week title in late November. Off the mat, Julia has capitalized on her personal brand as a student-athlete, entering a number of NIL partnerships and promoting her platform as a personal trainer. Julia recognizes that being a collegiate athlete has not only made her a better student, but has set her up to overcome any obstacle life may present after her time at SFU. Join The Sidelines in preparing for the excitement of Julia's season ahead, including her stop at the 2026 RMAC Women's Wrestling Championships this Saturday, January 31.

    23 Min.

  8. 23. JAN.

    Episode 61: Coach Brett Hunter - Chadron State Men's Wrestling

    To continue The Sidelines' celebration of the 2025-26 RMAC wrestling season, Episode 61 features Chadron State men's wrestling head coach, Brett Hunter. Coach Hunter is in his 14th season coaching the Eagles, with his Chadron roots extending back to his time as a men's wrestling student-athlete in the program. Chadron's strong sense of community has significantly impacted Coach Hunter's journey, both on the wrestling mat, and throughout his adult life. This same community, including a crew of current and former Chadron State wrestlers, helped support him to the finish line of a 100-mile race in the Black Hills of South Dakota this past summer. In Episode 61, Coach Hunter describes the incredible physical and mental toll that comes with training for and executing a 100-mile race, while also sharing the significant lessons he took from the experience and applied to his coaching. Coming off a recent dual win, the Eagles eagerly look towards the end of the RMAC wrestling season, with hopes of securing the 2025-26 regular season title.

    26 Min.
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The Sidelines Podcast elevates RMAC administrators, coaches and student-athletes, celebrating their interests, hobbies, and identities outside of athletics. The Sidelines aims to support the Division II motto "Make It Yours" and emphasize a healthy "life in the balance" across the league. #EverythingElevated

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    Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference
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    2025 - 2026
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