The Stride Report

The Stride Report
The Stride Report
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Welcome to The Stride Report! Join Ben Weisel and Garrett Zatlin every Wednesday as they take a deep dive into all of the key distance running action and headlines throughout the NCAA. With in-depth analysis, inside knowledge of major news stories and light-hearted banter, The Stride Report is a "must have" in your podcast rotation. Be sure to rate, review, and most importantly, subscribe!

  1. 4d ago

    Jepkirui & Cherotich Upset Hedengren & Down Goes Our TSR #1 Team!

    ➤ SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE! youtube.com/@thestridereport ➤ Presented by The Stride Report thestridereport.com ➤ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/ ➤ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@thestridereport ➤ Twitter / X https://x.com/TheStrideReport ➤ Threads https://www.threads.net/@thestridereport On this week’s episode of The Stride Report Podcast, Ben and Garrett recap a massive weekend of NCAA cross country action, headlined by Oklahoma State’s Billah Jepkirui and Maureen Cherotich upsetting Jane Hedengren at the Cowboy Jamboree. The guys also break down New Mexico taking down defending national champions Oklahoma State, Pasanjo Kitonga’s individual victory, and a dominant showing from the BYU women. Attention then shifts to the Princeton Meadows Classic, where both Alabama squads flexed their firepower, before analyzing statement wins from the Arizona men and Virginia women at the Loyola Lakefront Invite. To close out the episode, Ben and Garrett discuss the Missouri women’s dominant home victory and how the Arkansas men managed to secure a win despite racing without Brian Masai. Be sure to listen, subscribe and review! (3:09) New Mexico Men Defeat Defending National Champions Oklahoma State at Cowboy Jamboree (7:48) Pasanjo Kitonga Takes Cowboy Jamboree Title Over Elite Field (12:36) Oklahoma State’s Jepkirui & Cherotich Upset Jane Hedengren at Cowboy Jamboree (20:53) BYU Women Dominate Cowboy Jamboree (26:19) Alabama Women Flex Their Muscle With Win at Princeton Meadows Classic (27:57) Alabama Men Show Lethal Firepower in Princeton Meadows Classic Win (34:26) Arizona Men Flash Major Upside With Loyola Lakefront Invite Win (40:59) Virginia Women Overwhelm the Field at Loyola Lakefront Invite (46:00) Missouri Women Make a Statement With 80-Point Win on Home Course (51:36) Arkansas Men Secure Win at Missouri Despite Missing Brian Masai Production via Wyatt Barnsley Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Jepkirui & Cherotich Upset Hedengren & Down Goes Our TSR #1 Team!

  2. Sep 23

    Jepchumba & Zang Are Legit! Plus, How to Analyze Cheruiyot’s Win

    ➤ SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE! youtube.com/@thestridereport ➤ Presented by The Stride Report thestridereport.com ➤ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/ ➤ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@thestridereport ➤ Twitter / X https://x.com/TheStrideReport ➤ Threads https://www.threads.net/@thestridereport On this week’s episode of The Stride Report Podcast, Ben and Garrett recap all of the action from the John McNichols Invitational, starting with Brighter Jepchumba’s narrow victory over Katy Zang and what their performances could mean moving forward. The guys then break down a dominant win from the Northern Arizona women and the rest of the women’s team results before shifting their attention to the men’s race. Ben and Garrett analyze Kelvin Cheruiyot’s upset victory and what to take away from his big-time dub. To close out the episode, they discuss BYU’s convincing team win and the rest of the men’s results from a revealing weekend in Terre Haute. Be sure to listen, subscribe and review! (3:59) Brighter Jepchumba Edges Katy Zhang For Gold at John McNichols Invite (12:27) NAU Women Win John McNichols Invite in Dominant Fashion & Rest of Women’s Team Results (30:15) Kelvin Cheruiyot Takes Home Upset Win at John McNichols Invite (40:49) BYU Men Convincingly Win John McNichols Invite & Rest of Men’s Team Results Production via Wyatt Barnsley Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Jepchumba & Zang Are Legit! Plus, How to Analyze Cheruiyot’s Win

  3. Sep 16

    John McNichols Invite Preview! ‍️Kipruto vs Kipchoge & How Good Will Katy Zang Be?

    ➤ SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE! youtube.com/@thestridereport ➤ Presented by The Stride Report thestridereport.com ➤ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/ ➤ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@thestridereport ➤ Twitter / X https://x.com/TheStrideReport ➤ Threads https://www.threads.net/@thestridereport NOTE: Athlete entries were released following the recording of this episode... https://mwt.live/meets/77634/events/xc/2917052 On this week’s episode of The Stride Report Podcast, Ben and Garrett preview a loaded John McNichols Invitational, breaking down the biggest team and individual battles set to unfold in Terre Haute! The guys dive into both the men’s and women’s fields, discussing the team favorites, programs that could exceed expectations, potential unranked surprises, and the top individual contenders who could make a statement this weekend. To close out the episode, Ben and Garrett run through a round of rapid-fire questions and make their final predictions ahead of one of the first major tests of the 2026 cross country season. Be sure to listen, subscribe and review! (4:31) John McNichols Invitational Team Favorites (Men) (9:39) Teams That Will Exceed Expectations (Men) (14:48) Unranked Preseason Teams That Could Surprise This Weekend (Men) (18:40) John McNichols Invitational Individual Favorites (Men) (25:09) John McNichols Invitational Team Favorites (Women) (33:49) Unranked Preseason Teams That Could Surprise This Weekend (Women) (36:49) John McNichols Invitational Individual Favorites (Women) (40:39) Unranked Preseason Women That Could Surprise This Weekend (43:52) Rapid Fire Questions Production via Wyatt Barnsley Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    John McNichols Invite Preview! ‍️Kipruto vs Kipchoge & How Good Will Katy Zang Be?

  4. Sep 9

    Is NC State Unstoppable? Plus, Who Can Win the Men’s NCAA XC Title?

    ➤ SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE! youtube.com/@thestridereport ➤ Presented by The Stride Report thestridereport.com ➤ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/ ➤ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@thestridereport ➤ Twitter / X https://x.com/TheStrideReport ➤ Threads https://www.threads.net/@thestridereport On this week’s episode of The Stride Report Podcast, Ben and Garrett finish unveiling TSR’s 2026 NCAA cross country preseason team rankings by breaking down the top-five teams in the country on both the men’s and women’s sides. The guys analyze Alabama, New Mexico, Oregon, Iowa State and Oklahoma State on the men’s side, debating which of these loaded squads has the best chance to capture the NCAA title. On the women’s side, they dive into Northern Arizona, New Mexico, Iowa State, BYU and NC State, including whether anyone has what it takes to stop the top-ranked Wolfpack. With all 50 teams officially revealed, Ben and Garrett assess the championship ceilings of the nation’s elite and set the stage for what should be an unbelievable battle for NCAA supremacy this fall. Be sure to listen, subscribe and review! (2:25) TSR #5 Alabama (Men) (8:46) TSR #5 Northern Arizona (Women) (15:39) TSR #4 New Mexico (Men) (20:43) TSR #4 New Mexico (Women) (26:41) TSR #3 Oregon (Men) (34:37) TSR #3 Iowa State (Women) (40:12) TSR #2 Iowa State (Men) (44:52) TSR #2 BYU (Women) (49:51) TSR #1 Oklahoma State (Men) (57:40) TSR #1 NC State (Women) Production via Wyatt Barnsley Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Is NC State Unstoppable? Plus, Who Can Win the Men’s NCAA XC Title?

  5. Sep 2

    Can Wake Forest FINALLY Get on the Podium? Plus, How Do We Rank the Oregon Women?

    ➤ SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE! youtube.com/@thestridereport ➤ Presented by The Stride Report thestridereport.com ➤ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/ ➤ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@thestridereport ➤ Twitter / X https://x.com/TheStrideReport ➤ Threads https://www.threads.net/@thestridereport On this week’s episode of The Stride Report Podcast, Ben and Garrett continue unveiling TSR’s 2026 NCAA cross country team rankings as the countdown officially moves inside the top-11! The guys break down Wisconsin, Washington State, Arkansas, BYU, Wake Forest and Colorado on the men’s side, debating whether Wake Forest can finally turn its immense talent into an NCAA podium finish. On the women’s side, they analyze Stanford, Colorado, West Virginia, Oregon, Alabama and Notre Dame, with a major focus on how to evaluate an Oregon squad loaded with upside, but also plenty of questions entering the fall. From potential podium challengers to teams with tons of volatility, Ben and Garrett dig into the strengths, concerns and ceilings of some of the best programs in the country as TSR’s preseason rankings approach the top-five. Be sure to listen, subscribe and review! (2:11) TSR #11 Wisconsin (Men) (8:27) TSR #11 Stanford (Women) (12:13) TSR #10 Washington State (Men) (18:32) TSR #10 Colorado (Women) (24:32) TSR #9 Arkansas (Men) (29:12) TSR #9 West Virginia (Women) (32:39) TSR #8 BYU (Men) (38:57) TSR #8 Oregon (Women) (42:46) TSR #7 Wake Forest (Men) (49:35) TSR #7 Alabama (Women) (55:34) TSR #6 Colorado (Men) (1:01:04) TSR #6 Notre Dame (Women) Production via Wyatt Barnsley Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Can Wake Forest FINALLY Get on the Podium? Plus, How Do We Rank the Oregon Women?

  6. Aug 26

    Why We Are Crazy-High On The Utah Women & Explaining Our Ranking For The Notre Dame Men

    ➤ SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE! youtube.com/@thestridereport ➤ Presented by The Stride Report thestridereport.com ➤ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/ ➤ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@thestridereport ➤ Twitter / X https://x.com/TheStrideReport ➤ Threads https://www.threads.net/@thestridereport On this week’s episode of The Stride Report Podcast, Ben and Garrett continue unveiling TSR’s 2026 NCAA cross country team rankings while first reacting to the NCAA being granted a stay that temporarily pauses the July 31st preliminary injunction. The guys then dive back into the rankings, breaking down Florida, Syracuse, Notre Dame, Michigan State, Northern Arizona and Eastern Kentucky on the men’s side while analyzing Wake Forest, Virginia, Florida, Utah, Oklahoma State, and South Carolina for the women. From potential podium dark horses to teams with plenty left to prove, the guys continue working their way toward the nation’s top contenders as the 2026 cross country season approaches. Be sure to listen, subscribe and review! (2:43) NCAA Grants “Stay” Pausing July 31st Preliminary Injunction (8:01) TSR #18 Florida (Men) (14:45) TSR #17 Wake Forest (Women) (19:18) TSR #16 Syracuse (Men) (24:10) TSR #16 Virginia (Women) (29:16) TSR #15 Notre Dame (Men) (38:07) TSR #15 Florida (Women) (42:33) TSR #14 Michigan State (Men) (48:44) TSR #14 Utah (Women) (52:49) TSR #13 Northern Arizona (Men) (58:29) TSR #13 Oklahoma State (Women) (1:03:07) TSR #12 Eastern Kentucky (Men) (1:07:00) TSR #12 South Carolina (Women) Production via Wyatt Barnsley Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Why We Are Crazy-High On The Utah Women & Explaining Our Ranking For The Notre Dame Men

  7. Aug 18

    What Should We Expect From the Stanford Men? Plus, Did We Undervalue the Penn State Women?

    ➤ SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE! youtube.com/@thestridereport ➤ Presented by The Stride Report thestridereport.com ➤ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/ ➤ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@thestridereport ➤ Twitter / X https://x.com/TheStrideReport ➤ Threads https://www.threads.net/@thestridereport On this week’s episode of The Stride Report Podcast, Ben and Garrett continue unveiling TSR’s NCAA XC Top-25 Preseason Team Rankings, debating what to expect from a Stanford men’s squad sitting at TSR #21 and whether the Penn State women were undervalued at TSR #22. The guys break down Missouri, California Baptist, Stanford, Harvard, Georgia and Virginia Tech on the men’s side while analyzing North Carolina, Penn State, Washington, Minnesota, Boston College and Missouri for the women. From teams with legitimate upside to programs facing major questions entering the fall, Ben and Garrett discuss each squad’s strengths, concerns and potential to outperform their preseason position. Be sure to listen, subscribe and review! (3:31) TSR #23 Missouri (Men) (8:42) TSR #23 North Carolina (Women) (15:34) TSR #22 California Baptist (Men) (21:50) TSR #22 Penn State (Women) (26:45) TSR #21 Stanford (Men) (32:32) TSR #21 Washington (Women) (36:42) TSR #20 Harvard (Men) (40:24) TSR #20 Minnesota (Women) (45:04) TSR #19 Georgia (Men) (49:45) TSR #19 Boston College (Women) (55:48) TSR #17 Virginia Tech (Men) (1:01:44) TSR #18 Missouri (Women) Production via Wyatt Barnsley Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    What Should We Expect From the Stanford Men? Plus, Did We Undervalue the Penn State Women?

  8. Aug 12

    We Left Out WHO From Our NCAA XC Team Rankings???

    ➤ SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE! youtube.com/@thestridereport ➤ Presented by The Stride Report thestridereport.com ➤ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/ ➤ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@thestridereport ➤ Twitter / X https://x.com/TheStrideReport ➤ Threads https://www.threads.net/@thestridereport On this week’s episode of The Stride Report Podcast, Ben and Garrett kick-off TSR’s NCAA D1 XC Top-25 Preseason Team Rankings by revealing which programs “Just Missed” the cut and which programs earned “Honorable Mention” recognition on both the men’s and women’s sides. The guys then dive into the first ranked teams of the countdown, breaking down TSR #25 Washington State and TSR #24 Northwestern on the women’s side, along with TSR #25 Tulane and TSR #24 Tennessee for the men. The guys discuss the biggest strengths, potential weaknesses and the postseason ceilings for each team as the countdown to cross country season begins. Be sure to listen, subscribe and review! (4:02) Just Missed (Women) (14:00) Honorable Mentions (Women) (17:59) Just Missed (Men) (28:15) Honorable Mentions (Men) (35:10) TSR #25 Washington State (Women) (40:59) TSR #25 Tulane (Men) (46:17) TSR #24 Northwestern (Women) (50:36) TSR #24 Tennessee (Men) Production via Wyatt Barnsley Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    We Left Out WHO From Our NCAA XC Team Rankings???
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Welcome to The Stride Report! Join Ben Weisel and Garrett Zatlin every Wednesday as they take a deep dive into all of the key distance running action and headlines throughout the NCAA. With in-depth analysis, inside knowledge of major news stories and light-hearted banter, The Stride Report is a "must have" in your podcast rotation. Be sure to rate, review, and most importantly, subscribe!

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