34 episodes

The official California-USA wrestling podcast. Covering everything California USA wrestling has to offer in Folkstyle, Freestyle, Greco-Roman, Women's Wrestling USA Grappling and Beach Wrestling. Hosted by National Team Coaches Chris Lopez, Olympian Robbie Smith and CYC Head Coach Steve Gee. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caliconnectpodcast/support

Cali Connect Wrestling Podcast Chris Lopez, Robby Smith & Steve Gee

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The official California-USA wrestling podcast. Covering everything California USA wrestling has to offer in Folkstyle, Freestyle, Greco-Roman, Women's Wrestling USA Grappling and Beach Wrestling. Hosted by National Team Coaches Chris Lopez, Olympian Robbie Smith and CYC Head Coach Steve Gee. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caliconnectpodcast/support

    Ep. 34 Nick Kindred

    Ep. 34 Nick Kindred

    CA-USA Wrestling Mat Officials Director and USA Wrestling Officials Committee Member, Nick Kindred. Nick is a former wrestler out of Turlock High School and talks about his wrestling career and his rise as one of the top officials in the United States.


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    • 1 hr 40 min
    Coach Justin Martin- Granite Hills High School

    Coach Justin Martin- Granite Hills High School

    In today's podcast episode, we're joined by Coach Justin Martin, a dedicated wrestling enthusiast who wears multiple coaching hats. Justin serves as the Cadet National Dual Team Coach and also holds the position of Assistant Coach at Granite Hills High School right here in sunny San Diego. Originally hailing from Oregon, Justin brings a wealth of coaching experience and knowledge to the table.



    During our conversation, Justin dives into his personal wrestling journey, sharing insights into his career on the mat. We also explore his extensive experience as a coach, and he sheds light on his deep-rooted passion for making a significant impact as a California National Coach. Join us as we uncover the story of Coach Justin Martin and his journey through the world of wrestling.


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    • 1 hr 24 min
    Ep. 32 - Talking National Teams and much more...

    Ep. 32 - Talking National Teams and much more...

    Coaches rant about everything wrestling, including the upcoming spring schedule for CA-USA Wrestling.


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    • 1 hr 24 min
    Ep. 29 Randon Miranda

    Ep. 29 Randon Miranda

    Coaches speak with Randon Miranda. Randon is a past CA-USAW National Team member and a Fargo National Champion. Miranda spoke about his time on the national team and how it helped prepare him for the next level. He is competing for his spot on the U.S. Senior Greco-Roman Olympic team and is a former 3x World Team member.

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    • 1 hr 27 min
    Ep. 28 World Championships Recap & and some club stuff!

    Ep. 28 World Championships Recap & and some club stuff!

    Coaches Steve, Robby and Chris recap the World Championships and the California men/women who competed and also talk about a very controversial topic in "club hopping" and discuss the importance of communication, guidelines and boundaries coaches and athletes should have.

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    #CaliStrong


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    • 1 hr 20 min
    Ep. 27 - Coach Nate Engel - Oregon State University

    Ep. 27 - Coach Nate Engel - Oregon State University

    Ep. 27 might be one of our best interviews yet. Coach Nate Engel Associate Head Coach at Oregon State University and Head Coach at The Damn RTC in Corvallis, Oregon. Coach Nate talks about his time with CA USA Wrestling national team, his journey and rise as one of the country's elite coaches and recruiter and the rise of the Oregon State University Wrestling program and this seasons expectations.


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    • 1 hr 42 min

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