Beyond the Field

Oregon Stater

Beyond the Field is a new Oregon Stater podcast spotlighting OSU alumni student-athletes whose journeys after their playing days inspire, surprise and connect Beaver Nation. Through warm, candid and professionally produced interviews, we celebrate the enduring spirit of Oregon State athletics and the far-reaching influence of those who wore the orange and black. Beyond the Field is hosted by David Endres, '82, produced by Travis Stanford and edited by Eric Gleske. The podcast is presented by Oregon Community Credit Union (OCCU). The Oregon Stater is the flagship publication of the Oregon State University Alumni Association, produced in collaboration with the Oregon State University Foundation and Oregon State University.

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  1. 4월 24일

    Jacquizz Rodgers, '21

    Jacquizz "Quizz" Rodgers arrived at Oregon State and quickly made an impact. In one of the most memorable games in program history, Rodgers rushed for 186 yards and two touchdowns to help the Beavers upset No. 1 USC on national television, announcing himself as one of college football's most dynamic playmakers. Over the next three seasons, Rodgers became a cornerstone of Oregon State's offense and one of the most accomplished players in school history. He recorded 19 games with more than 100 rushing yards and was one of just four players in program history to surpass 1,000 yards rushing and receiving while also topping 1,000 rushing yards in each of his three seasons. His accolades included Pac-10 freshman of the year, Pac-10 offensive player of the year and first-team all-conference honors in all three seasons. In this episode of Beyond the Field, Rodgers reflects on the mindset that fueled his breakout performance against USC and how his transition from high school to college football removed pressure and allowed him to focus on doing his job. He also shares insight into his decision to leave early for the NFL draft, the mental demands of competing at the professional level and the lessons he learned while building an eight-year career in the league. Now back in Texas, Rodgers is giving back to the game as a high school coach and trainer. He works with young athletes in his community, emphasizing discipline, preparation and the importance of education. After finishing his degree through Oregon State's eCampus program, he continues to use his experience to mentor the next generation while staying connected to Beaver Nation.

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  2. 2월 27일

    Les Gutches, '97

    Wrestling is one of the toughest sports in college athletics and Les Gutches is one of its most relentless competitors. In this episode of Beyond the Field, host David Endres, '82, sits down with one of the most decorated athletes in Oregon State history. A Medford native and Beaver legend, Gutches reflects on a career built on discipline, preparation and an uncompromising standard of excellence. Gutches recounts his journey from youth wrestling in Southern Oregon to becoming a two-time NCAA champion, Dan Hodge Trophy winner, World Champion and Olympic Team member. He offers an inside look at the mental and physical demands of wrestling, the grind of training through exhaustion and the mindset required to succeed when there's no one to rely on but yourself. The conversation also explores Oregon State's storied wrestling tradition, the coaches and mentors who shaped him and how he chose Corvallis over national powerhouses to prove greatness could be built at home. Gutches shares how his collegiate career prepared him for the international stage, where he captured World Championship gold and competed among the best in the world. Beyond the mat, Gutches discusses the difficult transition away from competition, his path into coaching, leadership roles with USA Wrestling and his evolution into entrepreneurship and sports performance. At every stage, the principles remain the same: accountability, resilience and leaving things better than you found them. This episode is a powerful examination of elite performance, identity after sport and what it truly means to be relentless — on the mat and beyond.

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Beyond the Field is a new Oregon Stater podcast spotlighting OSU alumni student-athletes whose journeys after their playing days inspire, surprise and connect Beaver Nation. Through warm, candid and professionally produced interviews, we celebrate the enduring spirit of Oregon State athletics and the far-reaching influence of those who wore the orange and black. Beyond the Field is hosted by David Endres, '82, produced by Travis Stanford and edited by Eric Gleske. The podcast is presented by Oregon Community Credit Union (OCCU). The Oregon Stater is the flagship publication of the Oregon State University Alumni Association, produced in collaboration with the Oregon State University Foundation and Oregon State University.

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