D3 Glory Days Podcast (D3 Glory Days)
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| 15 Jun 2022 | Episode 89 - Bella Hogue | 01:03:37 | |
“A lot of people say, ‘Oh, I went D1,’ but I like to say I went D3 because that's what was best for me.” We speed things up today by sitting down with Bella Hogue to hear about her 100/200 National Titles. Bella transferred from D1 Nebraska to Nebraska Wesleyan after her Freshman year citing it not being the right fit for her. She was drawn in by the perks and being able to say she went D1. However, growing up in a small town and graduating from a small high school, she realized being at a big state school wasn’t right for her. She had spoken with the NWU coaches throughout the recruiting process and felt more comfortable there. She felt it was important to make sure you fit at your college and wanted to make a contribution to her team. And has she made a contribution! In her first year at NWU, she secured 3 National Titles and 1 4x4 All-American performance. On paper, you see a D1 Transfer winning at the D3 level and you’d think that makes sense. Bella wanted to focus on the 400 in college and dropped her 100/200 times from 12.72/25.98 to 11.57w/23.56. The future is bright for Bella and we’re excited to witness it. Kava Haus Kava Haus is a family owned coffee shop in Wilmington, Ohio. In fact, there’s a special connection to D3 as it’s Simon Heys’ family store. They’re offering 10% off to D3 Glory Days Listeners when you use Kava22 at Checkout. Head to www.thekavahaus.com to get your morning started right. Summer of Hayward Don’t miss out on all the action leading up to the World Championships. Hayward Field will host so many great events that you don’t want to miss. Get your Summer of Hayward Tickets now! D3 Glory Days Patreon We launched a Patreon! As we said, we will never go behind a paywall - so any support is greatly appreciated. This past season was a great undertaking in our labor of love. We enjoy bringing you this content and we realized we could do so much more with a little bit of backing. We want to ensure D3 gets the coverage it deserves and keeping this website paywall free! If you have enjoyed this podcast and the articles we have put, please consider becoming a Patreon of D3 Glory Days. In full disclosure, the money will go directly into the show: equipment, subscriptions we need, and most importantly, money to our writers. If you are able, we would appreciate your support. How to Support D3 Glory Days As always, we really appreciate your support of this podcast. If you’d like to help spread the word, share the podcast with a friend, or leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or leave a rating on Spotify! We launched a live D3 Track Show. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you don’t miss it. If you would like to help support the podcast or say thanks to our writers, please consider making a donation on the D3 Glory Days Venmo. This helps offset some costs, hosting services, and help out our new writers. If you want to rep D3 Glory Days on your next run, head to our Merch Store. And finally, follow us on social media! We’re on Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 06 Jun 2023 | Episode 130 - Sam Blaskowski | 01:03:10 | |
"I found something I can do well in and want to keep excelling in every day to see my family be proud of me." Sam Blaskowski joins D3 Glory Days to talk records, team culture, and life after UW-La Crosse. Bad news for the rest of D3, Sam isn't going anywhere. Sam takes us through the national meet with the highs of winning and setting a record, to the lows of watching Ethan Gregg get DQ'd. We learn why the UW-La Crosse team has such a strong team culture and it feeds into his passion for team success over individual success. Sam goes into what he's looking to do in the future. He plans on staying at UW-La Crosse with the goal of going pro. He wants to see how far track and field can take him. After all, he's basically just getting started with the sport. A fun conversation with a surprise guest. How to Support D3 Glory Days: Subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts | |||
| 31 May 2022 | Trackside with Emily Richards - Interviews at the 2022 D3 Outdoor Track and Field Championship | 00:42:01 | |
While Stu and Noah were in the booth, the D3 Glory Days team was capturing moments from the meet. This episode is a compilation of interviews that Emily Richard had throughout the weekend. She was able to speak with nearly every national champion and talked with a few athletes after qualifying for the finals. The audio is a little all over the place due to the wind and PA announcer but this gives a glimpse into the instant reactions from National Champions! We're working on getting our photos up! If you use them, we'd appreciate that you credit us and if you're able, make a small $1 donation to our D3 Glory Days Venmo! Thanks! Summer of Hayward Don’t miss out on all the action leading up to the World Championships. Hayward Field will host so many great events that you don’t want to miss. Get your Summer of Hayward Tickets now! D3 Glory Days Patreon We launched a Patreon! As we said, we will never go behind a paywall - so any support is greatly appreciated. This past season was a great undertaking in our labor of love. We enjoy bringing you this content and we realized we could do so much more with a little bit of backing. We want to ensure D3 gets the coverage it deserves and keeping this website paywall free! If you have enjoyed this podcast and the articles we have put, please consider becoming a Patreon of D3 Glory Days. In full disclosure, the money will go directly into the show: equipment, subscriptions we need, and most importantly, money to our writers. If you are able, we would appreciate your support. How to Support D3 Glory Days As always, we really appreciate your support of this podcast. If you’d like to help spread the word, share the podcast with a friend, or leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or leave a rating on Spotify! We launched a live D3 Track Show. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you don’t miss it. If you would like to help support the podcast or say thanks to our writers, please consider making a donation on the D3 Glory Days Venmo. This helps offset some costs, hosting services, and help out our new writers. If you want to rep D3 Glory Days on your next run, head to our Merch Store. And finally, follow us on social media! We’re on Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 12 Sep 2023 | ROTW 2 - Gunner Schlender + Christian Patzka & Fiona Smith | 00:30:16 | |
We're on to week 2 of the Runner of the Week Awards. This week we came across a duo from UW-Whitewater that crossed the finish line at basically the same time. Gunner Schlender and Christian Patzka opened up their season is dominating fashion by gapping the field by over a minute. The duo earns the 'Pocket Aces' award as we get a glimpse of what their hand could be this year. The duo could be regarded as the best duo in the country and they fill us in on how their team will look. Plus, we get a peak at their summer training and what they're looking forward to this summer. Fiona Smith opened up her season with a statement. A two minute victory and dipping under 17 minutes for a 5k is a great way to start your senior season. Fiona comes into this season as the favorite and talks about having been the favorite during Indoor has helped ease the pressure off herself. With a 6th place finish at regionals last year, this year her goal is to help her team get to the national meet. They'll be flying out to Conn College to take on the East Coast teams and get some much needed out of region wins. How to Support D3 Glory Days: D3 Glory Days Venmo. We launched a Patreon! Subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 12 Oct 2023 | ROTW 6 - Nat Bitetti and Elle Marsyla & Simon Heys | 00:42:08 | |
Teams from all over the country traveled to Pennsylvania to get a look at the National Meet course. Typically the Pre-National meet is circled on the calendar and produces great performances. The CMS women flew from California and put on a show. They won 51-99 over MIT and put 5 in the top 15. We're joined today by Nat Bitetti and Elle Marsyla who finished 2nd and 5th. Nat and Elle go into the dynamics of traveling across the country during the season, their team goals, and who is more likely to half step on easy runs. You'll also here how they prepare for races and more about the CMS team culutre. Simon Heys won the Men's race taking down former ROTW, John Lucey. Simon give a preview of the course, his goals for the season, and talks about his progression as a runner. This is Simon's second timing winning the Pre-National Meet and is looking forward to the post season. How to Support D3 Glory Days: D3 Glory Days Venmo. We launched a Patreon! Subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 29 Jun 2022 | Episode 91 - Kyle Rollins | 01:05:10 | |
“When I won my first title, I imagined what it would feel like to go to Nationals again and lose. And that just definitely wouldn't sit well with me.” At USAs, Kyle Rollins placed 5th in the high jump with a new PB of 2.22m (7-3.1/4) but it wasn’t as easy as it sounds. Kyle opened up the entire competition at his season best height! Talk about nerves. Rollins cleared his season best on his very first height to settle his nerves down and proved that he belonged. As a competitive person, Kyle wants to get the best out of himself each time he competes. It’s one of the reasons he came into college as a multi athlete as he would rather compete in 10 events rather than just one. Unfortunately, a health issue forced to leave the Multi and focus on high jump. Kyle saw success early as he went 4th, 5th, and 2nd in his first three national meets. The runner-up performance his sophomore year gave him the confidence he needed to win his first national title. He figured out what he needed to adjust and he never lost a high jump national title after that. He credits that to not settling and be happy with just one title. Rollins has one more season of eligibility but is unsure when he’ll use it. With St. John Fisher hosting the national championships in 2023, there’s a small chance we see him compete one more time. Enjoy this video fo Kyle dunking. Summer of Hayward Don’t miss out on all the action leading up to the World Championships. Hayward Field will host so many great events that you don’t want to miss. Get your Summer of Hayward Tickets now! D3 Glory Days Patreon We launched a Patreon! As we said, we will never go behind a paywall - so any support is greatly appreciated. This past season was a great undertaking in our labor of love. We enjoy bringing you this content and we realized we could do so much more with a little bit of backing. We want to ensure D3 gets the coverage it deserves and keeping this website paywall free! If you have enjoyed this podcast and the articles we have put, please consider becoming a Patreon of D3 Glory Days. In full disclosure, the money will go directly into the show: equipment, subscriptions we need, and most importantly, money to our writers. If you are able, we would appreciate your support. How to Support D3 Glory Days As always, we really appreciate your support of this podcast. If you’d like to help spread the word, share the podcast with a friend, or leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or leave a rating on Spotify! We launched a live D3 Track Show. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you don’t miss it. If you would like to help support the podcast or say thanks to our writers, please consider making a donation on the D3 Glory Days Venmo. This helps offset some costs, hosting services, and help out our new writers. If you want to rep D3 Glory Days on your next run, head to our Merch Store. And finally, follow us on social media! We’re on Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 21 Jan 2022 | The Double - 2022 D3 Track Season Preview with Aidan Ryan, Ella Baran and Henry Pick | 01:05:07 | |
We launched The Double to bring more coverage to D3 Running. The focus of The Double will be on the current season that features conversations with current athletes and coaches. The D3 Track and Field Season is off to a hot start. In the debut episode of The Double, we sit down with Aidan Ryan, Ella Baran and Henry Pick. Learn more about what's going on in D3 as well as these three. So far:
D3 Glory Days Patreon We launched a Patreon! As we said, we will never go behind a paywall - so any support is greatly appreciated. This past season was a great undertaking in our labor of love. We enjoy bringing you this content and we realized we could do so much more with a little bit of backing. We want to ensure D3 gets the coverage it deserves and keeping this website paywall free! If you have enjoyed this podcast and the articles we have put, please consider becoming a Patreon of D3 Glory Days. In full disclosure, the money will go directly into the show: equipment, subscriptions we need, and most importantly, money to our writers. If you are able, we would appreciate your support. How to Support D3 Glory Days As always, we really appreciate your support of this podcast. If you’d like to help spread the word, share the podcast with a friend, or leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or leave a rating Spotify! We’re launching a live D3 Track Show this Week. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you don’t miss it. If you would like to help support the podcast or say thanks to our writers, please consider making a donation on the D3 Glory Days Venmo. This helps offset some costs, hosting services, and help out our new writers. If you want to rep D3 Glory Days on your next run, head to our Merch Store. And finally, follow us on social media! We’re on Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 26 Mar 2024 | From D3 to Pro: Matt Wilkinson | 01:01:54 | |
Last time we saw Matt Wilkinson, he was preparing for the D3 National Meet. Now he's in his first Pro season with Under Armour's Dark Sky team in Flagstaff, Arizona. Before he got to Flagstaff, he had a few seasons at Minnesota where he swept the Steeple and 5k at the Big 10 conference meet. He talks about how he's handled each transition from D3 to D1 to Pro and how he's overcoming his imposter syndrome with each race. With each step in the journey he's embraced his new teammates that he trains with and gains confidence knowing he can hang with them in workouts. As he prepares for the Olympic Trials, he's excited to see what a full year of training with his UA team can have on his performance. Matt is running for the long haul. He expects to have a long career that will have him on the roads after track. Follow Matt on Instagram Thank you to Tracksmith for supporting the Podcast. We're excited to be partnering with Tracksmith!. They just released their Spring Collection which features the Harrier Long Sleeve. This merino-nylon blend long sleeve will beat the chill of the early morning and transition through to the warm afternoon temperatures. How to Support D3 Glory Days: Winter Hats D3 Glory Days Venmo. We launched a Patreon! Subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 20 May 2022 | Episode 85 - 2022 Outdoor Nationals Contenders Part 1 | 01:12:12 | |
The 2022 Outdoor Nationals meet is next weekend and to get your ready for them we brought on four athletes. Each fo these athletes have multiple marks inside the top 8 and are looking to make a splash a Spire. On the episode today is Evie Miller, DJ Anderson, Skye Digman and Bram Miller. All bring the same excitement to be competing in such deep fields. DJ, Skye and Bram will be fighting for team points as well as their teams are looking to bring home a trophy. Here’s where they rank heading into the meet: Evie - 1st Steeple, 5th 5k, 8th 1500, 16th 800 DJ Anderson - 1st 4x1, 1st 400 Skye Digman - 3rd Shot, 6th Hammer, 7th Discus Bram Miller - 3rd Shot, 8th Discus Time Stamp: Evie Miller: 2:55 DJ Anderson: 17:47 Skye Digman - 35:15 Bram Miller - 50:13 Summer of Hayward Don’t miss out on all the action leading up to the World Championships. Hayward Field will host so many great events that you don’t want to miss. Get your Summer of Hayward Tickets now! D3 Glory Days Patreon We launched a Patreon! As we said, we will never go behind a paywall - so any support is greatly appreciated. This past season was a great undertaking in our labor of love. We enjoy bringing you this content and we realized we could do so much more with a little bit of backing. We want to ensure D3 gets the coverage it deserves and keeping this website paywall free! If you have enjoyed this podcast and the articles we have put, please consider becoming a Patreon of D3 Glory Days. In full disclosure, the money will go directly into the show: equipment, subscriptions we need, and most importantly, money to our writers. If you are able, we would appreciate your support. How to Support D3 Glory Days As always, we really appreciate your support of this podcast. If you’d like to help spread the word, share the podcast with a friend, or leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or leave a rating on Spotify! We launched a live D3 Track Show. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you don’t miss it. If you would like to help support the podcast or say thanks to our writers, please consider making a donation on the D3 Glory Days Venmo. This helps offset some costs, hosting services, and help out our new writers. If you want to rep D3 Glory Days on your next run, head to our Merch Store. And finally, follow us on social media! We’re on Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 21 Nov 2022 | Episode 107 - Alex Phillip and Kassie Parker | 01:06:37 | |
Fresh off their repeat wins, Alex Phillip and Kassie Parker come back to D3 Glory Days to share insights about their win, what’s happened since the last time we spoke, and what they’re looking forward to in their last season in Division 3. They both shared the pressures of having a target on their back and how they were able to handle that leading up to the race. For Alex, he was able to move past the doubt of if past races were flukes and have confidence in his ability. After a loss at Outdoors, Kassie worked even harder over the summer to get herself prepared for the season. They're both eyeing records in the track season so make sure you follow along to see what they can do. BPN Ambassador We’re excited to be Ambassadors for Bare Performance Nutrition. A supplement company that gets you ready for next competition. Whether it’s protein or electrolytes, their supplements are geared to help you compete at your best. I’ve been taking their electrolytes to refuel after a run and can it increase my recovery. If you’re interested in trying them out, head over to their website and try today. How to Support D3 Glory Days: Subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts | |||
| 16 Jul 2024 | Continuing the Chase: Jenna Melanson | 00:46:31 | |
Jenna Melanson was the last one in at the Trials for the Steeplechase. She made the most out of her opportunity. After a trying season of trying to get an Auto Qualifying, she was grateful to be around the stars of the sport on the starting line. An MIT grad, Jenna experience a few set backs and refound her love for the sport during COVID. She used her grad season eligibility at the University of British Columbia where she won a Steeple national title and lowered a PB down to 10:13. She goes in-depth on her balance of getting her Ph.D while chasing elite times. How to Support D3 Glory Days: D3 Glory Days Venmo. We launched a Patreon! Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 03 Nov 2021 | Episode 62 - Pre Regional Rankings | 00:28:17 | |
Conference weekend shook up the rankings! We saw streaks continued, first ever conference titles, and upsets across the Nation. Emily Richards comes back to help recap the weekend and go over our latest Top 10 rankings. Check out the rest of the Top 32 As always, we really appreciate your support of this podcast. If you’d like to help spread the word, share the podcast with a friend, or leave us a review wherever you’re listening. If you would like to help support the podcast, please consider making a donation on the D3 Glory Days Venmo. This helps offset some costs, hosting services, and help out our new writers. If you want to rep D3 Glory Days on your next run, head to our Merch Store. And finally, follow us on social media! We’re on Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 08 Oct 2024 | Big D3 Cross Country Weekend Recap - Pre Nats + Paul Short | 00:51:25 | |
A massive weekend in D3 Cross Country. The team breaks down their experience on-site at Pre Nats, what happened at Paul Short and various results around the country. The D3 XC season is in full swing and we are here for it! Thanks to Derick Lawrence and the Rose-Hulman program for their hospitality at Pre Nats and a big shoutout to Ian Pierson from Nike for the collab on the stickers. How to Support D3 Glory Days: D3 Glory Days Venmo. We launched a Patreon! Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 04 Sep 2024 | Faith Duncan and Nathan Tassey | 00:48:01 | |
As the cross country season kicks off, we'll be bringing on new names that you should be familiar with this season. First up we have Faith Duncan of Wilmington and Nathan Tassey of Roger Williams. Faith won the outdoor 5k national title that may have shocked everyone but Faith. She details her journey battling injuries, transferring, and what her goals are for the season. Nathan burst onto the scene after his 4th place 5k finish at outdoor nationals. Having dealt with injuries to begin his career, Nathan is finally getting to experience his potential when he's healthy. Both said they had strong summers and are excited to see what they can do this season. How to Support D3 Glory Days: D3 Glory Days Venmo. We launched a Patreon! Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 22 Oct 2024 | Augustana Interregional - Porta Potty Line and Post Race Interviews | 00:23:33 | |
From the porta potty lines to the post race interviews, we covered it all at the Augustana Interregional. Hear from Isabel Olson, Christian Patzka, Colorado College Women and Wartburg Men! How to Support D3 Glory Days: D3 Glory Days Venmo. We launched a Patreon! Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 24 Nov 2021 | Episode 66 - Kassie Parker | 00:59:25 | |
Both National Champs in the same week? Kassie Parker won the 2021 Women’s Individual National Title on Saturday by running a D3 Course record down in Louisville. Kassie made her way to the front of the race from the start and never looked back. She was joined by Evie Miller for about 3k, which was the longest she had someone trailing her in a D3 race. While it wasn’t the time she wanted to run that day, she’ll be back next year to take a stab at sub 20:00 for the 6k. Even after the victory, Kassie mentions it wasn’t the best executed race and that leaves her excited for another attempt. This was Kassie’s second time on D3 Glory Days as she was on the Track Contenders episode last spring. In Today’s episode, we go back to learn how a 5:25 1500m high school runner became a 2x National Champion. Kassie found herself at a big state school, University of Iowa, running on their club team and wanting to be better at running. Her HS PBs of 5:25 (1500), 11:39 (3000), and 20:20 didn’t get her much attention from around Iowa. Yet, her past visit to Loras kept coming back up. As she decided she would transfer to Loras, she took a look at the D3 Record book and decided that she was going to break a D3 National Record. She’s unsure of where this confidence comes from, but attributes it to thinking nothing is impossible to accomplish. Once at Loras, she took the training well and began dropping big PRs. The reality of what she was accomplishing so quickly didn’t set in as she thought it was normal to have 1+ minute PRs during the season. With these new PRs, she was ready to take on her first collegiate cross country season. She wasn’t afraid to mix up in the front pack and would find herself in the Top 5 at most races. She ended that season as 31st, earning her first All-America award. Kassie is a unique National Champion as she spends her weeks running 5 days a week and cross-training the other two. Her background in Triathlons helps her while she cross-trains but is a big catalyst in keeping herself healthy. Kassie confirms she will be using her remaining eligibility (1 XC season, 1 Indoor, 2 Outdoor) at Loras as a Graduate student. We’re not sure D3 was ready to hear that news. Thank you goodr A huge thanks to goodr for coming on and partnering with us. I hope you were able get a pair of sunglasses at the National Meet! If you didn’t get a pair National Meet, go to goodr.com and save 15% by using code GLORYDAYS at checkout. goodr sunglasses are $25, non slip sunglasses that are stylish and make you run goodr. They provide 100% UV Protection and are 100% Polarized. Not only that they are a 100% carbon neutral company and give back 1% to the Planet. They're our favorite running sunglasses so go get yourself a pair! Support D3 Glory Days Be sure to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! If you would like to help support the podcast or say thanks to our writers, please consider making a donation on the D3 Glory Days Venmo. This helps offset some costs, hosting services, and help out our new writers. If you want to rep D3 Glory Days on your next run, head to our Merch Store. And finally, follow us on social media! We’re on Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 21 Nov 2021 | Episode 64 - 2021 XC Nationals Recap | 00:35:21 | |
What a day in Louisville! Emily Richards and Jordan Carpenter come back on the podcast to discuss all the action. Quite a historic days with Alex Phillip breaking the Championship record, Kassie breaking the D3 Course Record and Pomona-Pitzer breaking the total team time record. How to Support D3 Glory Days As always, we really appreciate your support of this podcast. If you’d like to help spread the word, share the podcast with a friend, or leave us a review wherever you’re listening. If you would like to help support the podcast, please consider making a donation on the D3 Glory Days Venmo. This helps offset some costs, hosting services, and help out our new writers. If you want to rep D3 Glory Days on your next run, head to our Merch Store. And finally, follow us on social media! We’re on Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 03 Jan 2024 | D3 Trials Files: Holly Clarke | 01:03:58 | |
Happy New Year! We kick off 2024 with Holly Clarke - a Johns Hopkins grad. Holly is gearing up for her 2nd Olympic Trials next month and is excited to bringing more experience and miles to the line with her. To get to the 2020 trials, Holly took off 30 minutes from her time going from 3:12 to 2:42. During that time she realized she was under fueling and worked to properly fuel her body for a big breakthrough. The key for Holly has been having a community around her. After graduation, she took time off of running but when she moved to San Fransisco she joined the Impala Racing Team. Being around teammates and others training at a high level has inspired her to keep the dream alive after graduation. At Johns Hopkins, she came in not on the varsity lineup and worked her way into the top 5 her junior and senior year. She was a part of two national champion teams but has mixed views of her time in college. She developed an eating disorder - which she talks about in the episode. This episode has a theme of growth and progression. Steadily improving year after year and continuing to learn about what works for you. Check out Holly's coaching Instagram and her website. How to Support D3 Glory Days: D3 Glory Days Venmo. We launched a Patreon! Subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 21 Jun 2022 | Episode 90 - Simone Wilson and Kayla Armstrong | 00:46:02 | |
“Competing at USAs is something that I'll talk about for the rest of my life. I'm sure the people around me are going to get sick of it, but I'm sorry, I’m going to keep talking about it!” This week we sit down with Concordia Chicago duo, Simone Wilson and Kayla Armstrong! Fresh of their national titles in the 400mH and 400m, Simone and Kayla head to Eugene, Oregon to compete against the best athletes in the USA for a chance to compete at the World Championships next month. Before they compete on the biggest stage, we learned how Simone and Kayla got to Concordia and what their progression looked like. They both are thrilled with the opportunities they received at a D3 school and cited they didn’t need a D1 school to achieve the success they’re having. Simone came to Concordia without qualifying for the State meet. She was sold on the small school experience and the family atmospher the team presented. She quickly made an immediate impact while becoming an All-American her freshman year. Kayla had a different approach to Concordia. She came in as a State champion with the option to potentially go to a Mid-Major D1. She saw the benefits Simone saw in the family atmosphere and felt more comfortable at Concordia. Simone competes at 4:50pm PST and Kayla competes at 7:11pm PST .on Thursday Kava Haus Kava Haus is a family owned coffee shop in Wilmington, Ohio. In fact, there’s a special connection to D3 as it’s Simon Heys’ family store. They’re offering 10% off to D3 Glory Days Listeners when you use Kava22 at Checkout. Head to www.thekavahaus.com to get your morning started right. Summer of Hayward Don’t miss out on all the action leading up to the World Championships. Hayward Field will host so many great events that you don’t want to miss. Get your Summer of Hayward Tickets now! D3 Glory Days Patreon We launched a Patreon! As we said, we will never go behind a paywall - so any support is greatly appreciated. This past season was a great undertaking in our labor of love. We enjoy bringing you this content and we realized we could do so much more with a little bit of backing. We want to ensure D3 gets the coverage it deserves and keeping this website paywall free! If you have enjoyed this podcast and the articles we have put, please consider becoming a Patreon of D3 Glory Days. In full disclosure, the money will go directly into the show: equipment, subscriptions we need, and most importantly, money to our writers. If you are able, we would appreciate your support. How to Support D3 Glory Days As always, we really appreciate your support of this podcast. If you’d like to help spread the word, share the podcast with a friend, or leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or leave a rating on Spotify! We launched a live D3 Track Show. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you don’t miss it. If you would like to help support the podcast or say thanks to our writers, please consider making a donation on the D3 Glory Days Venmo. This helps offset some costs, hosting services, and help out our new writers. | |||
| 09 May 2023 | Episode 127 - Jesse Joseph | 00:58:59 | |
Fresh off a 4minute PR and an OTQ, Jesse Joseph joins D3 Glory Days. One look at Jesse’s TFRRs and his marathon PR, and you see a classic story of progression. Jesse didn’t see a breakthrough in his running until his senior year. That’s when he finally made the varsity cross country team and qualified for the 10k outdoors. That breakthrough was everything he needed to keep going with running. After graduation, he moved up to Portland, Oregon where he immersed himself in the running culture. He trains with the Jacuzzi Boys Athletic Club and his wife also runs competitively. A big reason for Jesse’s continued success after college comes from the community he’s in. He’s grateful to be surrounded by people that still want to get after it and chase their dreams. He’s just a week removed from running 2:16:48 but it already has him wondering what he can do next. Catch Jesse in local track and XC races around Portland before he jets off to run in Orlando for the Olympic Trials. BPN Ambassador We’re excited to be Ambassadors for Bare Performance Nutrition. A supplement company that gets you ready for next competition. Whether it’s protein or electrolytes, their supplements are geared to help you compete at your best. I’ve been taking their electrolytes to refuel after a run and can it increase my recovery. If you’re interested in trying them out, head over to their website and try today. How to Support D3 Glory Days: Subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts | |||
| 29 Apr 2022 | The Double - New Era in D3 Sprints with JP Vaught | 00:25:24 | |
20.66. The new D3 200m record. Last year when we interviewed JP, he predicted he would run 20.76. Last week, he came through with his prediction a whole tenth faster. In this episode of the Double, we chat with JP on his current season, his indoor season and what we can expect from JP the rest of the season. As a confident runner, JP is feeling great as we head into the championship season but won't let his head get too big. We should note we did speak with Derrick Jackson after his 100m record, but given the questionable mark deemed by the USTFCCCA, we're going to hold onto that episode. Summer of Hayward Don’t miss out on all the action leading up to the World Championships. Hayward Field will host so many great events that you don’t want to miss. Get your Summer of Hayward Tickets now! D3 Glory Days Patreon We launched a Patreon! As we said, we will never go behind a paywall - so any support is greatly appreciated. This past season was a great undertaking in our labor of love. We enjoy bringing you this content and we realized we could do so much more with a little bit of backing. We want to ensure D3 gets the coverage it deserves and keeping this website paywall free! If you have enjoyed this podcast and the articles we have put, please consider becoming a Patreon of D3 Glory Days. In full disclosure, the money will go directly into the show: equipment, subscriptions we need, and most importantly, money to our writers. If you are able, we would appreciate your support. How to Support D3 Glory Days As always, we really appreciate your support of this podcast. If you’d like to help spread the word, share the podcast with a friend, or leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or leave a rating on Spotify! We launched a live D3 Track Show. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you don’t miss it. If you would like to help support the podcast or say thanks to our writers, please consider making a donation on the D3 Glory Days Venmo. This helps offset some costs, hosting services, and help out our new writers. If you want to rep D3 Glory Days on your next run, head to our Merch Store. And finally, follow us on social media! We’re on Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 13 Oct 2021 | Episode 59 - Inter Regional Preview | 00:41:53 | |
We've updated our Top 10 Rankings as we head into the last big weekend in the regular season. There are 4 major Inter Regional meets this weekend that will give the nation a better idea of where everyone stands. Before we went into the rankings, Bijan came on to explain his LACCTiC website to help you understand how it works and how to use it. After Bijan, Emily Richards came onto to help unveil the new top 10 Rankings. Let us know on Social Media what you think. Women's Top 10:
Men's Top 10
As always, we really appreciate your support of this podcast. If you’d like to help spread the word, share the podcast with a friend, or leave us a review wherever you’re listening. If you would like to help support the podcast, please consider making a donation on the D3 Glory Days Venmo. This helps offset some costs, hosting services, and help out our new writers. If you want to rep D3 Glory Days on your next run, head to our Merch Store. And finally, follow us on social media! We’re on Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 30 May 2023 | Episode 129 - Michelle Kwafo | 00:53:52 | |
"I was saying, 'yay, yay, yay,' in my head the minute I started not seeing anyone with me at all. You just get closer to the finish line and it's like, 'wow, this is mine.'" Michelle Kwafo describes the feeling of pulling away from the field to win her first national title. Not only did she win the national title, but she set the new D3 100m Record in the process. 11.49 (+0.5 m/s) is now the standard in D3 sprinting. She had lowered the record from 11.64 to 11.62 in prelims and shaved off even more in the final. On top of that, she finished runner up in the 100mH running the #4 All-Conditions time of 13.56. She started track as a hurdler so she has a special place for hurdles. For her to finish runner up and dip into the 13s was something she never expected. Michelle takes us through what it's been like to train at Coast Guard and the extended responsibilities she has that most college students don't. She breaks down what her career in the Coast Guard looks like. There was some hope of her finishing her eligibility with a full-ride to a D1 schools, however, the Coast Guard has rejected that. IF you're the decision making in this process, let Michelle run! BPN Ambassador We’re excited to be Ambassadors for Bare Performance Nutrition. A supplement company that gets you ready for next competition. Whether it’s protein or electrolytes, their supplements are geared to help you compete at your best. I’ve been taking their electrolytes to refuel after a run and can it increase my recovery. If you’re interested in trying them out, head over to their website and try today. How to Support D3 Glory Days: Subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts | |||
| 25 Jun 2024 | 2nd Year In: Alex Rhodes | 00:40:39 | |
The Freshman phenom has taken the D3 track and field compeition by storm. In just his second year of running track, Alex has two runner-up performances to his name, a third place finish at U20s and a 45.93 PB. Throughout high school, Alex played soccer as a a goalkeeper and tried track his senior to get endurance in preparation for his freshman season at Puget Sound. And then he won the Oregon 6A 400m State Title. He ran at Nike Outdoor Nationals and walked away with a new PB of 47.65. He fell in love with the sport and has decided to go all in on Track. For the first time, he won't be playing soccer and focusing on Track. He takes us through his first season in D3, what U20s was like, how he views his career, and his prep for U20 World Championships. How to Support D3 Glory Days: D3 Glory Days Venmo. We launched a Patreon! Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 22 Dec 2023 | Noah Droddy's CIM and D3 Glory Days 2023 Year in Review | 00:40:44 | |
Our last episode of 2023. Noah and Stu sit down to discuss Noah's OTQ at CIM. With surgery earlier in the year, Noah completed the couch to OTQ training plan. He dives into how he handled the build up mentally, how he focused on enjoying running, and what comes next for him. We also review the year D3 Glory Days had. We experience great growth, had wonderful conversations, and preview what's to come in 2024. Thanks for sticking with us. We're glad you're here. How to Support D3 Glory Days: D3 Glory Days Venmo. We launched a Patreon! Subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 01 Mar 2022 | Episode 77 - Alex Nichols | 00:59:50 | |
We move up in distance this week and speak with Colorado College head coach, Alex Nichols. Alex is professional trail/ultra runner for Scott Running and finished 3rd overall at the USATF 100mile Road Championships. Alex was drawn to Colorado College due to the access to the trails and the unique academic calendar. His freshman class was large and showed a lot potential to become a great team. Throughout his time at CC, they would consistently send individuals to the national meet but come up just shy of making it as a team. His senior year, they accomplished what they set out to do by making it as a team. Alex finished 14th overall and CC finished 21st. After college, Alex had early success at Pikes Peak Marathon where he beat multiple sponsored athletes. He wanted to see how far he could take trail running especially when he knew there was an all expensed paid trip to compete internationally. He competed multiple times for Team USA at the Mountain Running Championships and was highlighted by a 6th place finish in 2015 where Team USA earned 2nd place. His success doesn’t end there as notable highlights from his trail/ultra career including winning the Pikes Peak Marathon twice, holding the course record at Mont Blanc 80k, and a 2nd place at Western States in 2017. D3 Glory Days Patreon We launched a Patreon! As we said, we will never go behind a paywall - so any support is greatly appreciated. This past season was a great undertaking in our labor of love. We enjoy bringing you this content and we realized we could do so much more with a little bit of backing. We want to ensure D3 gets the coverage it deserves and keeping this website paywall free! If you have enjoyed this podcast and the articles we have put, please consider becoming a Patreon of D3 Glory Days. In full disclosure, the money will go directly into the show: equipment, subscriptions we need, and most importantly, money to our writers. If you are able, we would appreciate your support. How to Support D3 Glory Days As always, we really appreciate your support of this podcast. If you’d like to help spread the word, share the podcast with a friend, or leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or leave a rating on Spotify! We launched a live D3 Track Show. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you don’t miss it. If you would like to help support the podcast or say thanks to our writers, please consider making a donation on the D3 Glory Days Venmo. This helps offset some costs, hosting services, and help out our new writers. If you want to rep D3 Glory Days on your next run, head to our Merch Store. And finally, follow us on social media! We’re on Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 07 Dec 2023 | 2023 D3 XC Champs Files: Fiona Smith | 00:38:19 | |
“I was absolutely not expecting any of them to come. And so, I think just over the mile mark, I heard they're distinct cheering and saw them on the side and I don't really smile during races, but they got me to smile.” It’s been a wild 2.5 weeks for Fiona Smith. On November 18th, she won the D3 XC Nationals. Two weeks later, she broke the D3 Indoor 5k record running 15:50. Two days after setting the new record, Smith announced she will be attending NC State as a Grad Transfer next season. She takes us through what the D1 recruiting process was like and why she ended up choosing NC State. She said coach Laurie Henes said, “So that was one of her big points about making sure that I continue to love the sport, and continue to develop me and give me all the opportunities I need to run fast and compete well, especially when it comes to indoor and outdoor track.” After winning the national title, she had her sights set on the record. She did a great job of not focusing on it as a record but another opportunity to compete. This was the first time she was in a pack in a while so that kept her engaged and competing throughout. She’s a student of the sport and is amazed that she has overtaken the top spot in D3 especially with those who came before her. We finish the conversation talking about the national meet. While she was the clear favorite, she explains why she still got nervous and lacked a bit of confidence the night before the meet. However, she let us know tactics she uses to keep her nerves at ease. How to Support D3 Glory Days: D3 Glory Days Venmo. We launched a Patreon! Subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 10 Oct 2024 | Jules Bleskoski After Winning Paul Short | 00:16:07 | |
What if I told you this was Jules 8th cross country race ever? The late bloomer to cross country is having a strong start to the season after qualifying for both national meets in track. She played multiple sports in high school but stuck with running because she thought nothing else could match it. When she got to RPI, she realized she was anemic and began getting more iron. Add in some more mileage and her times have dropped significantly. She goes into how the team is handling the early season success and what they need to do to make the national meet. How to Support D3 Glory Days: D3 Glory Days Venmo. We launched a Patreon! Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 17 Sep 2024 | Matt Wilkinson - The Olympian | 00:45:58 | |
From Carleton to University of Minnesota to the 2024 Paris Olympics, Matt Wilkinson had quite the journey to become an Olympian. The 2x D3 Champ rejoins the podcast to breakdown his 2nd place Olympic Trials finish, shares details of the Olympic village, and how he's handling the Olympian status. It was a whirlwind few months for Matt as he went overseas to prepare for the Olympics, ran in a few Diamond League Races, and realized he's living out his dreams. Matt took confidence in his training after just 1 year with Under Armour Mission Dark Sky and is ready to see what else he can accomplish. How to Support D3 Glory Days: D3 Glory Days Venmo. We launched a Patreon! Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 20 Jun 2024 | Outdoor Nationals Champs Chats | 01:04:16 | |
A long overdue episode featuring 3 national champions from the 2024 Outdoor National Meet. Megan Johnson and Caroline McMartin went 1-2 in the steeplechase from Central College. We speak to them about how cool it was going 1-2, the great year of Central College, and what they did to buy in. The Freshman sensation, Haley Schoeneggee of Vassar, fills us in how she went from high school to being a national champion. She was a high school state champion and credits having a target on her back in high school to prepare her for the National meets. Rainah Dunham of Ursinus College went into the Long Jump competition as the 13th seed and came away as the national champion. She goes into what changed about her training, how she handles these competitions and how cool her final jump in the triple jump to get 2nd was. Time Stamp: Central: 3:25 Haley: 26:26 Rainah: 46:00 How to Support D3 Glory Days: D3 Glory Days Venmo. We launched a Patreon! Subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 25 Jan 2022 | Episode 72 - Christina Welsh on How She Went From 3:29 to 2:33 in the Marathon | 00:48:16 | |
“After I ran 2:44, it would have been very easy to pick a reasonable goal time of 2:40 and then completely limit myself from 2:33, so I don't really like to set goal times.” The Houston Marathon was a historic day for US distance running as the American record in both the marathon and half marathon were broken. As the celebrations began, Christina Welsh crossed the line in 8th place running 2:33:00 in her 6th marathon. A quick TFRRs search will tell you Christina was a 18:25/39:21 5k/10k runner out of Stockton University in New Jersey. The other staggering fact you’ll find out about Christina is that she made her marathon debut in 3:29 and went into Houston with a 2:44 PB. Her progression: 6/2019: 3:29:17 - Lake Placid Marathon 11/2019: 3:20:34 - NYC Marathon 11/2020: 3:03:58 - Space Coast Marathon 4/2021: 2:56:09 - Wilmington Marathon 6/2021: 2:44:35 - Grandma’s Marathon 1/2022: 2:33:00 - Houston Marathon She credits these jumps to her love of running and low intensity/higher mileage training that she wasn’t able to have in college. At Stockton, she was in the training system with everyone else of higher intensity workouts and reduced mileage. As she continued running more mileage for each marathon buildup, her times dramatically fell. Christina brings a unique perspective to elite marathoning. She isn’t glued to her watch in workouts or races. A race plan stresses her out as races typically don't follow the plan and doesn't account for the variability that can happen. You’ll see she enjoys going with the flow and joins everyone else that is excited to see what she does next because she isn’t even sure! D3 Glory Days Patreon We launched a Patreon! As we said, we will never go behind a paywall - so any support is greatly appreciated. This past season was a great undertaking in our labor of love. We enjoy bringing you this content and we realized we could do so much more with a little bit of backing. We want to ensure D3 gets the coverage it deserves and keeping this website paywall free! If you have enjoyed this podcast and the articles we have put, please consider becoming a Patreon of D3 Glory Days. In full disclosure, the money will go directly into the show: equipment, subscriptions we need, and most importantly, money to our writers. If you are able, we would appreciate your support. How to Support D3 Glory Days As always, we really appreciate your support of this podcast. If you’d like to help spread the word, share the podcast with a friend, or leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or leave a rating Spotify! We’re launching a live D3 Track Show this Week. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you don’t miss it. If you would like to help support the podcast or say thanks to our writers, please consider making a donation on the D3 Glory Days Venmo. This helps offset some costs, hosting services, and help out our new writers. If you want to rep D3 Glory Days on your next run, head to our Merch Store. And finally, follow us on social media! We’re on Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 06 Mar 2024 | 2024 D3 Indoor National Contenders | 00:52:52 | |
We're getting you ready for the 2024 D3 Indoor National meet with contenders conversations! We sat down a few a folks leading their events and one who is coming off a massive personal best. Grace Hadley is entered in the mile/3k/DMR. She's the No. 1 seed in the mile right now but isn't letting that affect her. Dameco Walker was 68th prior to the last chance meet. He is now sitting 3rd in the Triple Jump. Kamiyah Wooten is the freshman sensation that is No. 1 in the 200m right now. She has extreme confidence and trust in her coahces to propel her this weekend. Isaac vanWestrienen is the flat track king. Didn't make any trips out to BU this year and still ran incredible times. Time Stamp: Grace Hadley - 3:52 Dameco Walker - 16:16 Kamiyah Wooten - 28:26 Isaac vanWestrienen - 38:04 Thank you to Tracksmith for supporting the Podcast. We're excited to be partnering with Tracksmith especially during the National Meet. They just released their Spring Collection which features the Harrier Long Sleeve. This merino-nylon blend long sleeve will beat the chill of the early morning and transition through to the warm afternoon temperatures. How to Support D3 Glory Days: D3 Glory Days Venmo. We launched a Patreon! Subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 11 Jun 2024 | No Limits: Eric Gregory | 00:47:22 | |
Today’s episode felt like a long time coming, but we’re happy to finally welcome Eric Gregory of Gallaudet to D3 Glory Days. We started this episode with a conversation with head coach Byron Moore, getting his insights on what makes Gregory such a special competitor. Moore and Gregory have a unique opportunity in the track world to head to the startling together, as Moore will give Eric a hand signal when the starting gun fires. We also get into the nuts and bolts of coaching a bit, especially considering the length of Gregory’s season as he pursues an Olympic Trials Qualifier after running 45.73 to win nationals. It was clear in our conversation with Gregory that he just loves racing track. Before attending Gallaudet, Eric had never left Louisiana, now three national championships later, he serves as a beacon of inspiration to the community he came from, along with the deaf community, for which is the 400m world record holder. We talk about Eric’s willingness to take on a big training load to prepare for the triple at nationals this year, as well as what it’s like to be a part of the deepest sprint field D3 has ever seen. Thanks to Eric, and Coach Moore for taking the time to sit down with us. Special thanks to the Gallaudet athletic department, and sign language interpreters who made this conversation possible. How to Support D3 Glory Days: Winter Hats D3 Glory Days Venmo. We launched a Patreon! Subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 03 Mar 2025 | Emmanuel Leblond joins the Sub 8 and Sub 14 Club | 00:33:17 | |
The Sub 8 and Sub 14 Clubs adds another member. At the BU Valentine Invite, Emmanuel Leblond ran 7:57 to move to 4th in D3 History. He shares insights on the mental and physical preparation required for high-pressure races, the transition from cross country to indoor track, and the importance of community among D3 athletes. In this conversation, Emmanuel Leblond discusses the challenges of balancing a mechanical engineering major with his rigorous running schedule. He shares insights on the evolution of running technology, including the impact of nutrition and gear on performance. Emmanuel reflects on his decision to choose Division III athletics, emphasizing the benefits of individual championships and team dynamics. He also expresses his aspirations for future competitions, including representing France at the U23 level. How to Support D3 Glory Days: THE NEWSLETTER! Instagram,Twitter andStrava. | |||
| 31 Aug 2021 | Episode 53 - 2021 Regional Realignment | 00:49:29 | |
On July 8th, D3 XC went under a regional realignment from 8 regions to 10 regions. It came as a surprise to some and an “Oh yeah” to others as this was voted on in the 2019 Coaches Convention. Some regions stayed the same, while others were completely changed. The Wisconsin schools will face off against the Minnesota schools, colleges in New York and Massachusetts will be split amongst different regions. These changes were made to create equal field sizes as some regions would be north of 50 teams while others would barely get to 20. More information on the realignment The biggest change will be the 1 Automatic Qualifying spot. In years past, it’s been 2 with 16 At-Large Bids. Now, there will be 10 Auto Spots and 22 At-Large Bids, giving a lot of responsibility to the selection committee. Jordan Carpenter comes back on to discuss these changes and what went on behind the scenes when creating this realignment. Cassie Funke-Harris, Head XC Coach at Amherst College, and Jeff Stiles, Head XC Coach at Wash U, share their thoughts on the realignment and how it may affect their programs. Stay tuned for our rankings! Thank you to Under Armour All Out Mile for partnering with us! You can learn more and register for the CITIUS Mag team here: www.uaalloutmile.com. You’ll have a chance to win Cash Prizes, Gear, and if the CITIUS Mag team has the most milers, we can donate money to charity! Official training for the mile is from August 30th to September 30th. You then can run your mile from October 1st - October 11th. Need training advice? The link above has you covered! As always, we really appreciate your support of this podcast. If you’d like to help spread the word, share the podcast with a friend, or leave us a review wherever you’re listening. If you want to rep D3 Glory Days on your next run, head to our Merch Store. | |||
| 03 Oct 2024 | Pre Nats Preview with Pomona-Pitzer and DePauw | 00:49:31 | |
Pre Nats is here! We sit down with two teams to hear how their season is going so far and what they're looking forward to at Pre Nats. From Pomona-Pitzer we spoke to Jack Stein, Cameron Hatler, and Quinn White. They talk about early season training and how they're handling losing such important pieces from their program: Lucas Florsheim, Colin Kirkpatrick and Derek Fearon. They feel confident with the guys they have returning and understand running your best in November is what matters. From DePauw we spoke Lily Monnett and Sophie Porter. DePauw made a big splash last year making the national meet and finishing 20th. The momentum they had in cross country carried into track, leaving them confident with new PBs they ran. While there are high expectations this year, they're trying to keep things the same as last year. Continue to have fun, continue to enjoy the process and see where that lands them. They're excited to take on the competition Friday. How to Support D3 Glory Days: D3 Glory Days Venmo. We launched a Patreon! Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 28 Feb 2023 | Episode 119 - Jack Pinho Returns after Breaking 4 | 01:47:48 | |
Jack Pinho returns to D3 Glory Days after breaking 4 at the BU Valentine Invite! We had him on originally as Episode 52 in the summer of 2021. He was coming off a strong track season but still had ambitions of breaking 4. We said we would have him back on the show once he did it and sure enough, he did! Jack brings a great perspective on how to balance life and running. He takes us through the struggles he had leading up to this and how his why kept him going when he was hurt for four months in 2022. There's been a lot of talk about the sub 4 barrier lately and Jack shares his perspective as to why it's still very important to him. He has his eyes set on big goals like making it to a US Championship or US Trials. We hope this gives you the motivation to continue after your post-collegiately goals. BPN Ambassador We’re excited to be Ambassadors for Bare Performance Nutrition. A supplement company that gets you ready for next competition. Whether it’s protein or electrolytes, their supplements are geared to help you compete at your best. I’ve been taking their electrolytes to refuel after a run and can it increase my recovery. If you’re interested in trying them out, head over to their website and try today. How to Support D3 Glory Days: Subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts | |||
| 04 Mar 2024 | 2024 D3 Indoor Nationals: Champs Chats | 00:52:25 | |
With the 2024 D3 Indoor Nationals this weekend, we turned the Mic over to our D3 National Champions on the D3GD team, Emily Richards and Cirrus Robinson. Emily won 9 titles and Cirrus won 4. They interviewed reigning INDOOR champions to discuss strategy, mindset, and what i means to be a National Champion. Noah and Stu were not D3 champions so we felt this was fun to have champs talk shop. They interviewed Jackson Anderson from Williams, Victoria Kadiri from Johns Hopkins, Sam Blaskowski from UWL, and Gracie Holland from UWW. Time Stamp: Jackson Anderson - 3:22 Victoria Kadiri - 15:59 Sam Blaskowski - 25:25 Gracie Holland - 38:33 Thank you to Tracksmith for supporting the Podcast. We're excited to be partnering with Tracksmith especially during the National Meet. They just released their Spring Collection which features the Harrier Long Sleeve. This merino-nylon blend long sleeve will beat the chill of the early morning and transition through to the warm afternoon temperatures. How to Support D3 Glory Days: D3 Glory Days Venmo. We launched a Patreon! Subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 29 Nov 2022 | Episode 109 - Alex Ross and Sara Stephenson | 00:55:49 | |
After winning the 2022 National Championship, Johns Hopkins became the winningest women’s program in D3 history. Adding to two of those titles were Alex Ross and Sara Stephenson. Alex and Sara led Hopkins to their 8th title by finishing 5th and 9th respectively to become the best duo in the country. They shared how they became comfortable about the elements by letting the team share what made them nervous instead of pushing those feelings aside. They brought the perspective how a team is able to consistently be great despite losing teammates to graduation. An important factor for success in a highly competitive program is to not become toxic in their behavior or compare to others. Alex and Sara share how Hopkins keeps things positive within the program to ensure everyone feels like they are apart of the program. From the conversation, it’s clear Hopkins has a positive team culture built on support and trust from your teammates. They said it best that they have the people to step up when it counts but they don’t know. A big reason to never doubt Johns Hopkins. BPN Ambassador We’re excited to be Ambassadors for Bare Performance Nutrition. A supplement company that gets you ready for next competition. Whether it’s protein or electrolytes, their supplements are geared to help you compete at your best. I’ve been taking their electrolytes to refuel after a run and can it increase my recovery. If you’re interested in trying them out, head over to their website and try today. How to Support D3 Glory Days: Subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts | |||
| 19 Jul 2022 | Episode 93 - Melanie Winters | 00:59:25 | |
“I think it was because I didn't have the right set up that I wondered what my potential is if everything was going wrong in college then what happens when everything goes right? It was curiosity that drove me to continue my post-collegiate career.” On paper you see three national titles, 10 All-American and a team title so what could have gone wrong? Under the hood, Melanie’s experience wasn’t exactly what she was hoping for at Baldwin Wallace. The coach that recruited her left right before she stepped foot on campus, the school implemented a self ban from post season competition, and she felt disconnected from her teammates due to her bouncing around to other events. Despite all of that, Melanie had a tremendous career. She didn’t receive many looks from D1 schools despite solid marks in the long jump and 100m hurdles. As a Cleveland native, staying close to home made things easier and she knew she would be contribute to the team right away. After her final national meet, a message from a BW alumnus sparked her to continue competing today. He saw the potential in her to continue her track and field career. It’s been a grind for Melanie as she’s competed unattached for five years now but was finally able to rock USA across her chest at the Thorpe cup. She’s had several Top 8 finishes at USA championships and is coming off a big PR in the shot put. She’ll be eyeing the Worlds team next year after placing 7th at USAs this year. You can follow her journey on her Instagram. 3-Year Anniversary 3 Years ago today we released our first episode with Will Leer! It’s been a blast bringing more coverage to the division. If you enjoyed any piece of content we’ve shared article, podcast, or social media posts please consider making a $3 donation in light of the special occasion! D3 Glory Days Venmo. Summer of Hayward Don’t miss out on all the action at the World Championships. Get your Summer of Hayward Tickets now! D3 Glory Days Patreon We launched a Patreon! As we said, we will never go behind a paywall - so any support is greatly appreciated. We enjoy bringing you this content and we realized we could do so much more with a little bit of backing. We want to ensure D3 gets the coverage it deserves and keeping this website paywall free! If you have enjoyed this podcast and the articles we have put, please consider becoming a Patreon of D3 Glory Days. In full disclosure, the money will go directly into the show: equipment, subscriptions we need, and most importantly, money to our writers. If you are able, we would appreciate your support. How to Support D3 Glory Days As always, we really appreciate your support of this podcast. If you’d like to help spread the word, share the podcast with a friend, or leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or leave a rating on Spotify! If you want to rep D3 Glory Days on your next run, head to our Merch Store. And finally, follow us on social media! We’re on Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 07 Sep 2021 | Episode 54 - Carmen Graves | 01:05:55 | |
Carmen went to Roanoke College with the intention to play soccer as that was the sport she was recruited for. She eventually joined the track team after being asked by the coach. As a naturally talented athlete, Carmen was able to pick up new events quickly. While she was a pure track runner, her fall soccer conditioning helped her get into fitness for the track season. Slowly but surely her coaches kept adding to her training and she found her speciality was in the 800. Carmen quickly rose to the national level in the 800 with qualifying for the 800 her Sophomore year. Unfortunately, she finished the dreaded 9th, meaning she was the first one out of the final. This proved to be her motivation as she never missed another 800m final after that. Her senior year, she wanted to break school records and eventually tried the Steeplechase. Her coach saw her naturally ability shine through but was put on the back burner as the focus was still the 800. After college, Carmen pursued running as she wanted to keep the dream alive. She so quick success in both the 5k and Steeple. She brought her 5k PR down to 16:09 and her Steeple to 9:49. Her love/hate relationship with running has taken out and brought her back into the sport many times. The latest is when the Pandemic hit, she decided to give running another shot. She ended up qualifying for the Trials this year. A similar story to college, she was the first one out of the final. As looks to the big meets coming up, Carmen has a great outlook on running and a nice shiny new PR of a 9:41 Steeple. Thank you to Under Armour All Out Mile for partnering with us! You can learn more and register for the CITIUS Mag team here: www.uaalloutmile.com/d3. You’ll have a chance to win Cash Prizes, Gear, and if the CITIUS Mag team has the most milers, we can donate money to charity! Official training for the mile is from August 30th to September 30th. You then can run your mile from October 1st - October 11th. Need training advice? The link above has you covered! As always, we really appreciate your support of this podcast. If you’d like to help spread the word, share the podcast with a friend, or leave us a review wherever you’re listening. If you want to rep D3 Glory Days on your next run, head to our Merch Store. | |||
| 08 Feb 2023 | Episode 1116 - Sam Acquaviva, Ryan Wilson, Matt Kearney and Andrew Mah of MIT | 01:24:34 | |
After a huge weekend at BU, we brought on the guys from MIT to hear about their epic 3ks and 5ks. They share their experiences at BU and how they went into the race with any expectations. All of their races end up on the All-Time list Sam Acquaviva - 8:00.41 - 4th Ryan Wilson - 8:11.46 - 21st Matt Kearney - 14:01.76 - 6th Andrew Mah - 14:10.54 - 13th They also take us through the culture of their team and how they utilize the moon phases, crystals and saunas to enhance their training. It's a great episode to get to know the MIT team. BPN Ambassador We’re excited to be Ambassadors for Bare Performance Nutrition. A supplement company that gets you ready for next competition. Whether it’s protein or electrolytes, their supplements are geared to help you compete at your best. I’ve been taking their electrolytes to refuel after a run and can it increase my recovery. If you’re interested in trying them out, head over to their website and try today. How to Support D3 Glory Days: Subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts | |||
| 13 Jun 2024 | From the D3 Record Book to the D1 Champ: Cheick Traore | 00:37:20 | |
The D3 Champ is now the D1 champ. Last week, Cheick Traore went into Hayward Field and walked away with the 200m title after running 19.95. Cheick's progressions has been so fun to watch. He came out of high school without even thinking about Division 1 and went to Ramapo College to continue his track career. Once at Ramapo, he believe in his coaches and bought into the idea that he can improve. He never thought he would improve this much. Traore credit Ramapo for his development and preparing him to make the next jump to Penn State. At Penn State, the training schedule stayed the same which made his transisition easier. Add in teammates to train with and Cheick opened up faster than he finished the indoor season in D3. He knew something special can happen. Cheick signed with Total Sports to represent him and will turn pro. All the information will be announced at a later date. He will be representing Ivory Coast at the Olympics! Making D3 Proud. How to Support D3 Glory Days: D3 Glory Days Venmo. We launched a Patreon! Subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 23 May 2023 | 2023 Outdoor Nationals Athlete Preview | 01:11:47 | |
The 2023 D3 Outdoor track and field national championships are here! We sit down with four athletes to hear how their season went, what they’re looking forward to in Rochester, and how they handle the big meet. Four unique storylines from these athletes were uncovered: Max Svienty - massive progression in college Natalia Sawyer - almost didn’t run college Matt McBride - keeping with the Mt. Union tradition Gabby Noland - coming back after time off with her extra eligibility All four gave great insight into how they handle the meet. We’re pumped to call their races. TimeStamp: Max Svienty - 2:46 Natalia Sawyer - 25:00 Matt McBride - 40:10 Gabby Noland - 55:36 National Meet Prediction Contest BPN Ambassador We’re excited to be Ambassadors for Bare Performance Nutrition. A supplement company that gets you ready for next competition. Whether it’s protein or electrolytes, their supplements are geared to help you compete at your best. I’ve been taking their electrolytes to refuel after a run and can it increase my recovery. If you’re interested in trying them out, head over to their website and try today. How to Support D3 Glory Days: Subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 20 Sep 2022 | Episode 100 - Bill Rodgers | 01:08:40 | |
For the 100th episode, we had to go out and bring you all a legend. Please welcome Bill Rodgers to D3 Glory Days. The 4x Boston and NYC Marathon winner, Olympian and Wesleyan graduate walked us through his career. From the early days, Rodgers enjoyed running with his friend and brother as it was a fun activity to do with a group. As he progressed through his high school days, he saw his potential to get better. The idea of going to a big state school was overwhelming and he went 15 miles down the road to Wesleyan College. His teammate and mentor Amby Burfoot played a big role in Bill’s motivation to move to the marathon after college. Amby won the Boston Marathon in 1968 while he was a student at Wesleyan. Rodgers took time away from running after college as the Vietnam War made things feel insignificant. After living on the Boston Marathon course and seeing the race, Bill got the spark he needed to get back to training. In 1973, he ran his first Boston Marathon but dropped out at mile 20 and walked home. By 1975, Rodgers figured out it out and won the Boston Marathon in 2:09:55 - which was an American Record at the time. Rodgers would go on to win Boston and New York 4 times each, competed in the 1976 Olympic games and competed in 60 marathons. Rodgers also played a vital role in brining professionalism to the sport of running. He worked with other athletes to fight for the pay they deserved. Learn more about Bill or buy his book on his website. 100 Episodes This is our 100th episode! Thank you for listening to 1 or 100 episodes, truly been a blast. If you enjoyed any episode please consider making a $1 donation in light of the special occasion! D3 Glory Days Venmo. Rate or Review D3 Glory Days! As always, we really appreciate your support of this podcast. If you’d like to help spread the word, share the podcast with a friend, or leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or leave a rating on Spotify! Follow D3 Glory Days If you want to rep D3 Glory Days on your next run, head to our Merch Store. And finally, follow us on social media! We’re on Instagram, Twitter and Strava. D3 Glory Days Patreon We launched a Patreon! As we said, we will never go behind a paywall - so any support is greatly appreciated. We enjoy bringing you this content and we realized we could do so much more with a little bit of backing. We want to ensure D3 gets the coverage it deserves and keeping this website paywall free! If you have enjoyed this podcast and the articles we have put, please consider becoming a Patron of D3 Glory Days. In full disclosure, the money will go directly into the show: equipment, subscriptions we need, and most importantly, money to our writers. If you are able, we would appreciate your support. | |||
| 16 Nov 2023 | 2023 D3 XC Coaches Press Conference | 01:18:41 | |
We sit down with 6 coaches to review their seasons and what they're excited for the D3 Cross Country National Championship. They all bring a unique perspective to their situation and provide valuable insights for runners and coaches. You'll hear themes of positivity and building of team cultures. You get a sense of why these programs are contending for a national title. Time Stamp 2:34 - Donna Ricks - Carleton 12:28 - Derek Stanley - UW-La Crosse 24:06 - Ryan Chapman - Wartburg 40:58 - Tyler Deck Shipley - NYU 52:13 - Matt Sinnott - North Central 1:05:44 - Tim Connelly - Carnegie Mellon How to Support D3 Glory Days: D3 Glory Days Venmo. We launched a Patreon! Subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 07 Mar 2023 | 2023 Indoor Nationals Preview Part 1 with Jaidyn Appel, Birgen Nelson, Adalia Coleman and Fiona Smith | 01:08:48 | |
In a two part episode, we sit down with 7 athletes getting ready to compete at the D3 Indoor Track and Field national championships. We discuss how their season has gone so far, tactics they use to stay calm before big meets, and any predictions they may have. Time Stamp Jaidyn Appel - High Jump, Tufts - 2:31 Birgen Nelson - 60mH, Gustavus Aldophus - 21:17 Adalia Coleman - 60m, Bridgewater, 37:31 Fiona Smith - 3k/5k, St. Benedict, 53:09 BPN Ambassador We’re excited to be Ambassadors for Bare Performance Nutrition. A supplement company that gets you ready for next competition. Whether it’s protein or electrolytes, their supplements are geared to help you compete at your best. I’ve been taking their electrolytes to refuel after a run and can it increase my recovery. If you’re interested in trying them out, head over to their website and try today. How to Support D3 Glory Days: Subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts | |||
| 06 Dec 2022 | Episode 110 - Donna Ricks | 01:02:52 | |
Donna Ricks has been the Head Coach of the Women’s Cross Country and Track & Field team at Carleton College for 30 years. They have multiple individual national champions in track, countless All-Americans, but finally earned their first ever team trophy in cross country after placing fourth at the 2022 D3 XC National Championships. Donna was a Multi in college and set University of Minnesota Mankato’s heptathlon record. She used her experience working with different coaches and understanding all the events into her coaching experience. She credits being able to coach multiple events at practice to her time as a multi athlete. She spoke about women in coaching and the potential for why, especially in cross country and track, there is a decline. She suggested more support staff to take on the roles coaches are having to do that they may not be necessarily trained for (mental health, sports psychology, etc). She credits her longevity to the passion she has for the sport and how much fun she is having everyday. Donna brings so much energy to her profession and this episode that you can tell why she is having so much fun. And remember, don’t lay down after a race. Donna’s Stats: 19 XC National Qualifying Teams 7 Individual National Champions in Track and Field 60+ All Americans in XCTF BPN Ambassador We’re excited to be Ambassadors for Bare Performance Nutrition. A supplement company that gets you ready for next competition. Whether it’s protein or electrolytes, their supplements are geared to help you compete at your best. I’ve been taking their electrolytes to refuel after a run and can it increase my recovery. If you’re interested in trying them out, head over to their website and try today. How to Support D3 Glory Days: Subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts | |||
| 22 Sep 2021 | Episode 56 - Sean Carlson | 01:02:35 | |
“My job is to protect what we already have and what I sold the guys in our locker room. If I go and recruit a kid that wants a lifestyle that's completely opposite of that, I'm doing those guys in the locker room and injustice because I'm bringing in a poison.” Sean Carlson’s approach to coaching comes from the fear of being out worked and not being good. He had this mentality at North Central College running 120 mile weeks as a Sophomore which led to a team finish of 16th place. His perspective of what constitutes hard worked was shaped during his time at North Central when that 16th place team eventually won the National Title 2 years later. He has followed a similar trajectory leading the Notre Dame Cross Country team from a 14th place regional finish to a National Runner Up in 5 years. Sean knew he wanted to be a Coach but having daily wisdom from Al Carius was a helpful catalyst to know he was heading in the right direction. Coach Carlson credits the rise of the Notre Dame distance team to a strong team culture, which he learned from Al Carius. Sean has worked tirelessly to get the team to be at a point where they are doing all the small things correctly, and are running at Notre Dame for the right reasons. He has even gone to recruited kids that would be a better fit for the team, rather than take the fastest kid available. You can listen to Al Carius’ episode here: https://www.d3glorydays.com/podcast/episode-22-al-carius We mentioned the documentary, ‘16 2 1’ in our conversation with Al. It’s a documentary made by @NCCMensXCTF alumnus, RJ McNichols. It highlights the rise and fall from 2005-2011. He’s offering our listeners 50% off if you follow this link: https://vimeo.com/r/2Tcn/WHJqaGw0WG As always, we really appreciate your support of this podcast. If you’d like to help spread the word, share the podcast with a friend, or leave us a review wherever you’re listening.
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| 17 Mar 2023 | Episode 122 - Kenadee Wayt | 00:40:46 | |
Kenadee Wayt went into the national meet with four events on her schedule and walked away as a three time All-American AND a national champion. With the experience she had from last year's quadruple, Wayt was able to capitalize on her momentum and use her new training style to lead to her first national title. Kenadee takes us through her weekend on balancing the busy schedule, riding the momentum and what it was like having to wait to see if she won the 200. A big turning point for her was after she was a relay runner in 2021, she went all in on track and field. The shift in mentality allowed her to train better and focus on what she needed to do to be an individual contributor to her team. Another runner going all in on track and field paying off! Look for Kenadee to break the Wayt family 800m record this outdoor season. BPN Ambassador We’re excited to be Ambassadors for Bare Performance Nutrition. A supplement company that gets you ready for next competition. Whether it’s protein or electrolytes, their supplements are geared to help you compete at your best. I’ve been taking their electrolytes to refuel after a run and can it increase my recovery. If you’re interested in trying them out, head over to their website and try today. How to Support D3 Glory Days: Subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts | |||
| 23 Mar 2023 | Episode 123 - Victoria Kadiri | 00:35:55 | |
You thought your track meets were busy? Try doing a pentathlon plus two individual events. That was the workload Victoria Kadiri had at this year's indoor national meet. She came away with two national titles, a fifth place finish in the pent and a new D3 Record in the triple jump. She has won 5 total D3 Titles. Victoria becomes the first woman indoors to break the 13m barrier and the second in D3 history. Her indoor record is the longest triple jump in D3 history. Victoria brought a lot of perspective on how she was able to have such a good progression over the last few years. She credits it to her ability to connect with her coach and the willingness to get better. She enjoys the process of learning new events and seeing where it'll take her. She has her eyes set on big marks this outdoor season so get ready. BPN Ambassador We’re excited to be Ambassadors for Bare Performance Nutrition. A supplement company that gets you ready for next competition. Whether it’s protein or electrolytes, their supplements are geared to help you compete at your best. I’ve been taking their electrolytes to refuel after a run and can it increase my recovery. If you’re interested in trying them out, head over to their website and try today. How to Support D3 Glory Days: Subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts | |||
| 19 Apr 2022 | Episode 80 - Frank Gramarosso | 01:15:18 | |
“Like the air we breathe, there's something there that has kept us [Al] together and it's the biggest emotion you have. That's love for each other and love for the program that Al started. I tried to do the best I can, and I hope somebody else is is willing to put in the time and energy that it takes.” On April 4th, Frank Gramarosso announced his retirement from North Central College marking a new era for the historic program. For the first time in almost 60 years, NCC with be conducting a search for a new Cross Country & Track and Field Coach. Gramarosso began at North Central in 1983 as a part-time assistant coach. He was still teaching at a local high school, but his passion was in coaching. In 1985, Al Carius promoted Gramarosso to full-time assistant to allow Gramarosso to go all in on his coaching. He was tasked with building up the track and field side of the program as the cross country program had already won six national titles. Gramarosso helped North Central claim its first track and field national title in 1989 and would be the start of something special. Throughout his time, Gramarosso’s teams won 12 total track and field national titles and enjoyed five straight from Indoors in 2010 through Indoors in 2012. While winning was fun, Gramarosso enjoyed making his student-athletes better people. His goal was to create a program built on trust and love as to not completely focus on times and titles. His time spent at North Central has seen countless trophies and accolades, but he’s most proud of the fact that there are over 100 current coaches that called North Central home. Gramarosso’s impact is not only felt at North Central but across the entire division. We want to thank him for his what he’s done for the sport and division. We hope he enjoys his retirement and only goes back to campus one day a week! D3 Glory Days Patreon We launched a Patreon! As we said, we will never go behind a paywall - so any support is greatly appreciated. This past season was a great undertaking in our labor of love. We enjoy bringing you this content and we realized we could do so much more with a little bit of backing. We want to ensure D3 gets the coverage it deserves and keeping this website paywall free! If you have enjoyed this podcast and the articles we have put, please consider becoming a Patreon of D3 Glory Days. In full disclosure, the money will go directly into the show: equipment, subscriptions we need, and most importantly, money to our writers. If you are able, we would appreciate your support. How to Support D3 Glory Days As always, we really appreciate your support of this podcast. If you’d like to help spread the word, share the podcast with a friend, or leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or leave a rating on Spotify! We launched a live D3 Track Show. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you don’t miss it. If you would like to help support the podcast or say thanks to our writers, please consider making a donation on the D3 Glory Days Venmo. This helps offset some costs, hosting services, and help out our new writers. If you want to rep D3 Glory Days on your next run, head to our Merch Store. And finally, follow us on social media! We’re on Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 09 Jul 2024 | Be the Best - Not the Biggest: Diadora US CEO Bryan Poerner | 00:49:44 | |
This week we're excited to welcome Stockton University alumnus, and Diadora USA CEO Bryan Poerner to D3 Glory Days. In this far ranging conversation, we explore how Bryan's roots in the 90's punk and hardcore music scenes eventually led to the corner office of a major global running brand. Bryan is passionate about creativity, and actively explores the intersections of culture, art, music, and athletics. In this hour we explore how interests which at first can seem incompatible, can actually be complimentary, and lead you down a path of fulfillment in multiple endeavors. Bryan would go from cross country practice to playing shows. He realized the difference between the two groups of friends. He took a chance on himself by going all in on running for two years and shares the lessons he learned from it. Now leading Diadora USA, he fills us in how staying authentic is what drives Diadora. They’re not actively trying to be the biggest, but the best. Lastly, it’s fun to see the lifecycle in someone’s running career as he now is finding inspiration in his Children's running. This was a really enjoyable conversation, and we think Bryan's passion for his work and his running will jump right through your speakers. How to Support D3 Glory Days: D3 Glory Days Venmo. We launched a Patreon! Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 23 May 2022 | Episode 86 - 2022 Outdoor Nationals Contenders Part 2 | 01:24:43 | |
The 2022 Outdoor Nationals meet is next weekend and to get your ready for them we brought on four athletes. Each fo these athletes have multiple marks inside the top 8 and are looking to make a splash a Spire. On the episode today is Alyssa Pfadenhauer, Jamie Dailey, Victoria Kadiri, Sam Blaskowski and Malissa Lindsy. All bring the same excitement to be competing in such deep fields. Alyssa, Jamie, Victoria, and Sam will be fighting for team points as well as their teams are looking to bring home a trophy. Here’s where they rank heading into the meet: Alyssa Pfadenhauer - 4th 200, 3rd 400, 3rd 4x1, 2nd 4x4 Jamie Dailey - 3rd 5k, 2nd 10k Victoria Kadiri - 1st LJ, 2nd LJ Sam Blaskowski - 1st 100, 3rd 200, 3rd LJ, 10th 4x1 Malissa Lindsey - 1st 100, 5th 200 Time Stamp: Alyssa Pfadenhauer - 4:08 Jamie Dailey: 20:56 Victoria Kadiri: 39:40 Sam Blaskowski - 55:51 Malissa Lindsey. - 1:11:29 Summer of Hayward Don’t miss out on all the action leading up to the World Championships. Hayward Field will host so many great events that you don’t want to miss. Get your Summer of Hayward Tickets now! D3 Glory Days Patreon We launched a Patreon! As we said, we will never go behind a paywall - so any support is greatly appreciated. This past season was a great undertaking in our labor of love. We enjoy bringing you this content and we realized we could do so much more with a little bit of backing. We want to ensure D3 gets the coverage it deserves and keeping this website paywall free! If you have enjoyed this podcast and the articles we have put, please consider becoming a Patreon of D3 Glory Days. In full disclosure, the money will go directly into the show: equipment, subscriptions we need, and most importantly, money to our writers. If you are able, we would appreciate your support. How to Support D3 Glory Days As always, we really appreciate your support of this podcast. If you’d like to help spread the word, share the podcast with a friend, or leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or leave a rating on Spotify! We launched a live D3 Track Show. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you don’t miss it. If you would like to help support the podcast or say thanks to our writers, please consider making a donation on the D3 Glory Days Venmo. This helps offset some costs, hosting services, and help out our new writers. If you want to rep D3 Glory Days on your next run, head to our Merch Store. And finally, follow us on social media! We’re on Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 26 Sep 2023 | ROTW 4 - John Lucey and Genna Girard | 00:28:34 | |
As we enter the busy part of the XC season, we award the next batch of D3 Glory Days Runner of the Week Awards. For the first time in this young award, the runners hail from the same college. Week 4 winners are John Lucey and Genna Girard from Williams College. After winning the Little 3 Championship last weekend, John Lucey continued his winning ways in 2023. This time, he crossed the line first at his home invite: Purple Valley. Once a bigger invite, Purple Valley still attracts strong team including last year’s national champs: MIT. Up front, Lucey led his teammates to a 1-2-3 victory which helped pave the way for an early season victory over MIT. Lucey knows where they’re at in the season but gains confidence from this individual and team victories. Lucey was an All-American last year and has goal to improve upon his 18th place finish. Genna Girard officially opened her 2023 season with a commanding victory. With her win by almost a minute, Girard was excited to get back to racing. She suffered an injury during the indoor track season and wasn’t able to race Outdoors. Girard wasn’t sure what to expect in this first race and was aiming to keep it a controlled effort. And she did just that. With her only competition coming from MIT, Girard was able to pull away from them early and never looked back. Girard brings a great perspective on how to handle injuries. In the episode, she goes into how she has grown as a runner as she reflects on her tendencies earlier in college. Girard is excited to be back healthy and running with her teammates. She was an All-American in XC back in 2021 and after missing a top 40 spot last year, she has her eyes set on that recognition again. How to Support D3 Glory Days: D3 Glory Days Venmo. We launched a Patreon! Subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 20 Oct 2021 | Episode 60 - Pre Conference Rankings | 00:40:57 | |
Jordan Carpenter rejoins D3 Glory Days to break down the latest Top 10 rankings as well as tease the top 32 rankings. We saw some great performances this weekend and we’re looking to see things shake up as we head into the postseason next week. Full Top 32 Rankings can be found here. Read Emily Richard’s recap of Oberlin Read Nate Holley's recap of Augustana As always, we really appreciate your support of this podcast. If you’d like to help spread the word, share the podcast with a friend, or leave us a review wherever you’re listening. We’re 3 away from 100 reviews so 3 of you need to get us to 100. If you would like to help support the podcast, please consider making a donation on the D3 Glory Days Venmo. This helps offset some costs, hosting services, and help out our new writers. If you want to rep D3 Glory Days on your next run, head to our Merch Store. And finally, follow us on social media! We’re on Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 08 Sep 2022 | Episode 99 - Samuel Gerstenbacher | 01:00:12 | |
An unofficial series is coming to D3 Glory Days called ‘The Lost Season.’ We’re going to be interviewing those who lost their senior track season due to COVID-19. While many want to forget that time, we want to be a place where people can share their thoughts and help in the process of moving on. The second guest in this series is Samuel Gerstenbacher from Elizabethtown. Samuel’s approach to running is something we can all relate to: he wants to run for as along as he can. While the fast times and new PRs are fun to Samuel, the act of going for a run is most important. In the episode he said, “For me, running is an expression of who I am as a person at this point. And I think a lot of people get to that point when they do it long enough.” After losing his season to COVID-19, Samuel took time away from running. On one hand he wanted to let some injuries heal, but the loss of the season destroyed his motivation. It took a few months but the realization of not having structured training a part of his routine was unsettling to him. He slowly built his mileage back up and got back into racing shape. The 2022 track season was fruitful for Samuel. He posted PRs in the 1500, Steeple and 5k running 3:47, 8:38, 14:06 respectively. While he’ll eye road races this fall, he’s eager to get back onto the track to break some big time barriers. Rate or Review D3 Glory Days! As always, we really appreciate your support of this podcast. If you’d like to help spread the word, share the podcast with a friend, or leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or leave a rating on Spotify! Follow D3 Glory Days If you want to rep D3 Glory Days on your next run, head to our Merch Store. And finally, follow us on social media! We’re on Instagram, Twitter and Strava. 3-Year Anniversary 3 Years ago today we released our first episode with Will Leer! It’s been a blast bringing more coverage to the division. If you enjoyed any piece of content we’ve shared article, podcast, or social media posts please consider making a $3 donation in light of the special occasion! D3 Glory Days Venmo. D3 Glory Days Patreon We launched a Patreon! As we said, we will never go behind a paywall - so any support is greatly appreciated. We enjoy bringing you this content and we realized we could do so much more with a little bit of backing. We want to ensure D3 gets the coverage it deserves and keeping this website paywall free! If you have enjoyed this podcast and the articles we have put, please consider becoming a Patron of D3 Glory Days. In full disclosure, the money will go directly into the show: equipment, subscriptions we need, and most importantly, money to our writers. If you are able, we would appreciate your support. | |||
| 12 Dec 2023 | The D3 Trials Files: Dan Vassallo | 01:01:43 | |
“My mentality that day was, I wanted to improve my tombstone.” The Olympic Marathon Trials is February 3rd and we plan to tell tales of D3 grads that hit will be in Orlando. Today, we bring you the story of Dan Vassallo. Dan qualified for his third Olympic Trials at the McKirdy Micro Marathon in October. Vassallo’s longevity in the sport is something to be studied. He graduated from Colby in 2007 and immediately jumped into the Marathon. He didn’t run his first OTQ until 2014 when he won the Philly Marathon in 2:17:28 In 2023, his OTQ time was 2:17:39 The biggest day of his running career came on Marathon Monday in 2018. With the wind howling and the rain crashing down, Vassallo finished 10th overall at the Boston Marathon. Being from the Boston area, this was everything he wanted. He’ll go deeper into the race but something he will always remember. This is a great D3 journeyman story of continuing to keep the dream alive and realizing it’s worth to still get after it. How to Support D3 Glory Days: D3 Glory Days Venmo. We launched a Patreon! Subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 17 Nov 2022 | Episode 106 - D3 XC National Preview | 00:44:19 | |
Our National meet preview episode covers off the big storylines of this weekend. We go over the regional results, what surprised us this season and gave our national meet predictions. Let us know who you think will take home the trophy! Photo credit for the episode art is by George Madison. Nationals Merch Get your exclusive D3 Glory Days Nationals merch here: BPN Ambassador We’re excited to be Ambassadors for Bare Performance Nutrition. A supplement company that gets you ready for next competition. Whether it’s protein or electrolytes, their supplements are geared to help you compete at your best. I’ve been taking their electrolytes to refuel after a run and can it increase my recovery. If you’re interested in trying them out, head over to their website and try today. How to Support D3 Glory Days: Subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts | |||
| 19 Nov 2024 | Tim Nelson - Going All In | 00:50:44 | |
As fans file into the Lavern Gibson Cross Country course, eager to spectate the best D3 distance running has to offer in 2024, they’ll be walking by a banner that features Tim Nelson, the 2012 champion forever immortalized on the course. On that day in November, Tim went out hard. Pushing from the front from the first step, he built a seemingly insurmountable lead. Entering the famous final stretch, the effort showed, he was losing steam. Fans held their breath wondering if he had done enough to win. He had. The win punctuated a career that saw the UW Stout distance runner go on a streak rarely seen in D3 history. From being the 4th man to break 14 outdoors, to not losing a title his final track and cross country season, we cover it all on this episode. SUPPORT OUR SPONSOR LEVER A big thanks to LEVER for supporting D3 Glory Days this month. Their treadmill attachment allows runners to stay healthy by reducing their body weight. LEVER has other recovery tools like a collapsible foam roller and recovery boots. They’re offering D3 Glory Days readers 20% when you use the code ‘GloryDays’ at checkout. Head over to levermovement.com to learn more! Coaches, they’re offering a bundle for your team. Contact us for more information. How to Support D3 Glory Days: D3 Glory Days Venmo. We launched a Patreon! Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 05 Oct 2024 | D3 Pre Nats - Post Race Interviews | 00:18:43 | |
Noah Droddy was in the finish line are grabbing interviews with everyone. Hear from both individual champs: Faith Duncan and Gunner Schlender. Plus many more! How to Support D3 Glory Days: D3 Glory Days Venmo. We launched a Patreon! Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 23 Feb 2024 | Katelyn Hutchison - A New Voice in Track and Field Media | 01:05:02 | |
"I promise you, if you are not in it to be a positive person, it's always going to show up" If you're a fan of track and field, chances are you've seen Katelyn Hutchison's interviews. Her positivity has taken over the mixed zones and gets amazing raw interviews out of the world's best track and field athletes. She takes us through her experience at Worlds this past summer, specifically with her press room question to Sha'Carri Richardson. It all started in 2022 when she was accepted in the Magic Boost program. She was competing at D3 Nationals so missed the meet they were supposed to attend and was thrown into the Mixed Zone at USAs. With little experience, she leaned into her track and field passion and delievered amazing interviews. On the track, she was an All-American at Ithaca College and was apart of two trophy winning teams. She transferred to UK to earn a Master's degree and shares how the transition has gone. She is now a contributor for Forbes Magazine as they want a presence in the Olympic year. She hosts a Podcast with Jasmine Todd for CITIUS Mag. She does it all. Follow Katelyn: Twitter: @kxnaomi Instagram: @_kxnaomi TikTok: @kxnaomi_ How to Support D3 Glory Days: Steady State Nutrition D3 Glory Days Venmo. We launched a Patreon! Subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 28 Nov 2023 | D3 XC Championship: Carleton Team Champs - Phoebe Wad, Sophie McManus and Mary Blanchard | 00:44:16 | |
“You can anticipate something like that all season. Like in theory, we knew we could do it. But actually seeing that [the scoreboard with Carleton #1] and knowing that we did it was just a completely different thing.” Phoebe Ward, Sophie McManus, and Mary Blanchard join D3 Glory Days to relive their national championship! With all but Clara Mayfield returning from last year’s team, Carleton knew they had something special. They relied on their pack running and knew every runner mattered as they got closer to Nationals. The turning point in the season was when they won the Mike Woods Invite, taking down SUNY Geneseo, Johns Hopkins and Lynchburg. Before the race, they were hoping to finish third. What propelled Carleton forward this year was how close they were a team. On the line they kept things loose and reminded each other of what makes them stand out. How to Support D3 Glory Days: D3 Glory Days Venmo. We launched a Patreon! Subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 09 Oct 2024 | Chasen Hunt After Winning Paul Short | 00:27:42 | |
In a deep Paul Short race, Chasen Hunt emerged as the winner in the White Race. After a slow start at the John McNicolas Invite, Chasen feels confident with where Lynchburg is at. He talks to us about his earlier season confidence, what winning the DMR did for his running, and why he wants to put Lynchburg on the map as a strong XC program. Check out Burger Track Club on Instagram. How to Support D3 Glory Days: D3 Glory Days Venmo. We launched a Patreon! Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 12 Mar 2025 | 2025 D3 Track and Field Nationals Preview | 01:02:21 | |
Will Leer joins Noah and Stu to discuss the 2025 D3 Track and Field Indoor National Meet. We discuss flat track vs banked track, how will defending champions fare, what events we're looking forward to and much more! RUN WITH US IN ROCHESTER Join us on March 14 for a 5mile run with Fleet Feet Rochester and Nike Running as we gear up for Indoor Nationals. We’ll meet at Fleet Feet’s Armory location and start the run at 8:30 AM, followed by refreshments. During the run, you’ll also have the chance to test the all-new Nike Vomero 18. THANK YOU NIKE The Nike Vomero 18 introduces a new era of maximum cushioning for ultimate comfort, inviting athletes to run longer, go farther, push their limits, and love every run. The shoe offers more cushion than ever and the tallest stack height in the franchise’s history, leveraging Nike’s combination of ZoomX and ReactX foams to create a double-stacked, dual-foam cushion for the ultimate ride. Now available at Fleet Feet Rochester and Nike.com. How to Support D3 Glory Days: THE NEWSLETTER! Instagram,Twitter andStrava.
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| 18 Jan 2022 | Episode 71 - Liz Kujawa (Woodworth) | 01:12:41 | |
One of the most decorated middle distance runners in D3 history almost stepped away from the sport. Liz Kujawa (Woodworth) went to UW-Oshkosh with the intentions to run and study Athletic Training. The AT major was demanding and the director of the program told her it would be difficult to run while being in the major. Her successful freshman year made her realize she could become something special in running and sought a major that would better align with her training schedule. As her success piled up, she always wanted to make sure she was being a positive example for the other women on her team by leading by example. While she may not have been the most talkative on the team, she knew her success would be motivation for the rest of the team. It was clear throughout her career that the team success meant more to her than her individual success. Winning the DMR title as a sophomore was one of her career highlights as she shared that moment with her teammates. As senior, she agreed to double at the National Championships because it meant giving her a team a chance to win and of course, they won. What made Liz so good was her love for the sport. When a stress fracture kept her from her junior year cross country season, she realized the worst part of the injury was not running - the same thing she mentioned as her least favorite part of cross country and track. Her love grew overtime and she understood all the benefits running provided. From this conversation, you’d never expect Liz to have walked away from Oshkosh as:
D3 Glory Days Patreon We launched a Patreon! As we said, we will never go behind a paywall - so any support is greatly appreciated. This past season was a great undertaking in our labor of love. We enjoy bringing you this content and we realized we could do so much more with a little bit of backing. We want to ensure D3 gets the coverage it deserves and keeping this website paywall free! If you have enjoyed this podcast and the articles we have put, please consider becoming a Patreon of D3 Glory Days. In full disclosure, the money will go directly into the show: equipment, subscriptions we need, and most importantly, money to our writers. If you are able, we would appreciate your support. How to Support D3 Glory Days As always, we really appreciate your support of this podcast. If you’d like to help spread the word, share the podcast with a friend, or leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or leave a rating Spotify! We’re launching a live D3 Track Show this Week. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you don’t miss it. If you would like to help support the podcast or say thanks to our writers, please consider making a donation on the D3 Glory Days Venmo. This helps offset some costs, hosting services, and help out our new writers. If you want to rep D3 Glory Days on your next run, head to our Merch Store. And finally, follow us on social media! We’re on Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 15 Oct 2024 | Bobby Van Allen - Move up the At-Large Consideration Window | 00:48:22 | |
The D3 At-Large Window opened this year on September 28th. That means the John McNicholas invite didn't count and leaves a smaller window for team to earn quality wins. D1 opened up September 13th and D2 opened up September 18th. Johns Hopkins Coach, Bobby Van Allen, walked us through his proposal of moving up the window to 9 weeks prior to the national meet. It was passed at the coaches convention but the NCAA committee rejected. He shares why opening up the window gives the committee a better opportunity to view a teams full resume, why can let team go run meets they want to run, and ultimately he doesn't want to eliminate the data. We go more in-depth on the proposal and what other changes could benefit D3. What are your thoughts? How to Support D3 Glory Days: D3 Glory Days Venmo. We launched a Patreon! Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 11 Feb 2022 | The Double - Historic Weekend + BU Hype featuring Kassie Parker, Jordan Carpenter, JCU and Lynchburg DMRs | 00:59:31 | |
On this episode we were joined by Kassie Parker to talk about her historic 3k run and what to expect in her 5k this afternoon. We got to preview the Men's DMR with JCU and Lynchburg. Plus, we welcomed back Jordan Carpenter to break down the hype that is BU this weekend. Great episode with a lot of action. Get ready for another big weekend in D3 Track and Field. D3 Glory Days Patreon We launched a Patreon! As we said, we will never go behind a paywall - so any support is greatly appreciated. This past season was a great undertaking in our labor of love. We enjoy bringing you this content and we realized we could do so much more with a little bit of backing. We want to ensure D3 gets the coverage it deserves and keeping this website paywall free! If you have enjoyed this podcast and the articles we have put, please consider becoming a Patreon of D3 Glory Days. In full disclosure, the money will go directly into the show: equipment, subscriptions we need, and most importantly, money to our writers. If you are able, we would appreciate your support. How to Support D3 Glory Days As always, we really appreciate your support of this podcast. If you’d like to help spread the word, share the podcast with a friend, or leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or leave a rating Spotify! We’re launching a live D3 Track Show this Week. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you don’t miss it. If you would like to help support the podcast or say thanks to our writers, please consider making a donation on the D3 Glory Days Venmo. This helps offset some costs, hosting services, and help out our new writers. If you want to rep D3 Glory Days on your next run, head to our Merch Store. And finally, follow us on social media! We’re on Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 25 Oct 2022 | Episode 104 - 2022 D3 XC Regular Season Review | 00:49:45 | |
We turn to the current state of D3 XC and review everything that's happened so far this season. We break down the big interregional meets and give predictions for the end of the year. This goes with our rankings that will be released today. BPN Ambassador We’re excited to be Ambassadors for Bare Performance Nutrition. A supplement company that gets you ready for next competition. Whether it’s protein or electrolytes, their supplements are geared to help you compete at your best. I’ve been taking their electrolytes to refuel after a run and can it increase my recovery. If you’re interested in trying them out, head over to their website and try today. How to Support D3 Glory Days: Subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts | |||
| 30 Sep 2021 | Episode 57 - 2021 XC (Mid) Season Preview | 00:45:16 | |
We said we were going to do it and we finally did. Here are our rankings as we head into the real part of the season. With Pre-Nats and Paul Short this weekend, the D3 Landscape will take shape. For now, we ranked the top 10 and as the season progresses we will get to the top 32. For this we relied on Bijan Mazaheri's Website: LACCTIC - A great simulation and ranking tool to see where your team lines up. You can simulate any team with any team! Check it out. Women's Top 10:
Men's Top 10
As mentioned in the show, this was a fun way to bring some excitement to the sport. If you have an issue with the rankings, run faster! However, we'd love to hear your feedback so let us know on social media or send us an email d3glorydays@gmail.com As always, we really appreciate your support of this podcast. If you’d like to help spread the word, share the podcast with a friend, or leave us a review wherever you’re listening. If you would like to help support the podcast, please consider making a donation on the D3 Glory Days Venmo. This helps offset some costs and hosting services. If you want to rep D3 Glory Days on your next run, head to our Merch Store. And finally, follow us on social media! We’re on Instagram, Twitter and Strava. All artwork done for this by Maddie Bahr. | |||
| 23 Nov 2024 | 2024 D3 XC National Pre Race On Site Interviews | 00:30:36 | |
Noah and Stu were on site on Friday before the D3 Cross Country National Race. They went around talking to various teams on how they're feeling ahead of the big day. SUPPORT LEVER! A big thanks to LEVER for supporting D3 Glory Days this month. Their treadmill attachment allows runners to stay healthy by reducing their body weight. LEVER has other recovery tools like a collapsible foam roller and recovery boots. They’re offering D3 Glory Days readers 20% when you use the code ‘GloryDays’ at checkout. Head over to levermovement.com to learn more! Coaches, they’re offering a bundle for your team. Contact us for more information. How to Support D3 Glory Days: D3 Glory Days Venmo. We launched a Patreon! Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 20 Dec 2024 | Derek Stanley - UWL Choosing Confidence | 00:54:20 | |
In this conversation, Coach Derek Stanley of UW-La Crosse reflects on the men's cross country team's national championship win. He discusses the emotions surrounding the victory, the management of expectations, and the importance of confidence and mindset in overcoming past disappointments. He shares insights on race strategy, coaching during competitions, and the individual growth of athletes like Grant and Aiden Matthai. Stanley conveys the importance of building a supportive culture in their program and how they're able to provide motivation for non-roster athletes . How to Support D3 Glory Days: THE NEWSLETTER! Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 22 Nov 2022 | Episode 108 - Joe Backus: From Hip Surgery in January 2022 to All-American in November | 00:49:57 | |
When Joe Backus felt a nagging in his hip, he sought a second opinion to make sure it wasn’t serious. A few days later he learned he had a femoral stress fracture, a hip impingement and a torn labrum. Joe elected to get surgery in January of 2022 which began his long road to recovery. Joe wasn’t allowed to run until June. Before then, he was slowly building up on the bike but kept it within reason as to not injure his hip again. When he was cleared to run, he started at two minutes and was able to add two minutes every other day. Even with the slow build, Joe kept the faith because people believe in him. By the time he got back to campus, he was up to 30 minutes of running and getting close to 30 miles a week. On September 16th, 2022 - nine months post surgery, Joe put back on the John Carroll singlet and raced. The race wasn’t pretty (29:07, 200th) but being back out there was everything to Joe. He knew his hard work was paying off. From there, Joe just kept getting better. By the time conference rolled around, he broke into JCU’s top seven as their seventh man and finishing 17th in the OAC. This result earned a spot on the starting line at Regionals where he finished seventh overall and JCU’s second man. The momentum was building and capped it off with a 31st place finish to become an All-American. Injuries happen in running but it’s how you handle that dictates what you can accomplish. Joe showed that sticking to the plan and harnessing the powers of other’s beliefs, you can go far. Quotes On the belief from others: “What kept me going was the people who believed in me. When I got the surgery, I lost a lot of belief in myself and then people kept telling me, 'I believe in you. You're going to do this. I can't wait to see you run again.'” BPN Ambassador We’re excited to be Ambassadors for Bare Performance Nutrition. A supplement company that gets you ready for next competition. Whether it’s protein or electrolytes, their supplements are geared to help you compete at your best. I’ve been taking their electrolytes to refuel after a run and can it increase my recovery. If you’re interested in trying them out, head over to their website and try today. How to Support D3 Glory Days: Subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts | |||
| 05 Oct 2022 | Episode 101 - Annika Urban and Ethan Gregg | 00:47:55 | |
After a strong start to their season, we wanted to hear from Annika Urban and Ethan Gregg on what’s been going well for them. Annika is a senior at Emory and Ethan is a senior at UW-Lacrosse Annika is coming off an impressive performance at the Paul Short Run where she won the Brown race by over 20s. She’s been on a tear lately with running and equates that to her having fun with it. She’s a had a phenomenal career progression as she’s gone from 266th at XC Nationals to 12th. She’s hoping to improve upon her 12th place finish last year. Similar to Annika, Ethan is coming off a big win at the Pre National Meet. He took down a loaded field and was his second straight win. The week prior, Gregg took down a strong field at the Roy Griak meet to earn his first collegiate victory. He is running with confidence and is ready to mix things up in November. 100 Episodes This is our 100th episode! Thank you for listening to 1 or 100 episodes, truly been a blast. If you enjoyed any episode please consider making a $1 donation in light of the special occasion! D3 Glory Days Venmo. Rate or Review D3 Glory Days! As always, we really appreciate your support of this podcast. If you’d like to help spread the word, share the podcast with a friend, or leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or leave a rating on Spotify! Follow D3 Glory Days If you want to rep D3 Glory Days on your next run, head to our Merch Store. And finally, follow us on social media! We’re on Instagram, Twitter and Strava. D3 Glory Days Patreon We launched a Patreon! As we said, we will never go behind a paywall - so any support is greatly appreciated. We enjoy bringing you this content and we realized we could do so much more with a little bit of backing. We want to ensure D3 gets the coverage it deserves and keeping this website paywall free! If you have enjoyed this podcast and the articles we have put, please consider becoming a Patron of D3 Glory Days. In full disclosure, the money will go directly into the show: equipment, subscriptions we need, and most importantly, money to our writers. If you are able, we would appreciate your support. | |||
| 26 Apr 2023 | Episode 126 - Christian Patzka | 00:51:36 | |
"I trust my training for the past three years. It hasn't failed me" Christian Patzka joins D3 Glory Days to talk about his exciting 5k championship, what he looks forward to this season, and why he's trusted his training through college. In this era of running, you can find what other people are doing very easily. Patzka doesn't get caught up in what others do and continues to trust the way he's been training throughout college. He came into Whitewater as a 4:30/9:40 type high school athlete and credits his big jump to the consistency in his training. A big spark for him this year came after a narrow defeat in the Steeplechase at the 2022 outdoor meet. A fast 3 mile run at 1am in the parking lot of the hotel gave him a lot to think about. With 2 fulls years left in D3, Patzka plans to make the most out of his time left. BPN Ambassador We’re excited to be Ambassadors for Bare Performance Nutrition. A supplement company that gets you ready for next competition. Whether it’s protein or electrolytes, their supplements are geared to help you compete at your best. I’ve been taking their electrolytes to refuel after a run and can it increase my recovery. If you’re interested in trying them out, head over to their website and try today. How to Support D3 Glory Days: Subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 23 Nov 2021 | Episode 65 - Alex Phillip | 00:59:39 | |
Today on D3 Glory Days, we’re joined by the 2021 Men’s Individual Champion, Alex Phillip. The 2021 Champion made his initial move around the 5k mark to try to break open the field. Down the home stretch, Alex responded to a late kick from Elias Lindgren and overtook him with 100m remaining. Pure jubilation took over as Alex began to celebrate before the line as he pumped both his arms as he crossed. He didn’t have to wait long to hear that his team, John Carroll, had placed on the podium by finishing 4th. This was their first trophy in program history, completing the sweep of firsts (conference championship, regional championship) during the season. Alex has been D3 Glory Days twice before. Once on YouTube and most recently, on the Contenders Episode. We know Alex for who he is today, so in this episode, we take a step back to figure out how Alex became the 2021 XC National Champion. Alex started his high school career with a hot start. Running 4:35, 10:00, and 16:10 his freshman year, he had eyes set on becoming a great high school runner. However, the team loved ultimate frisbee and threw the disc around more than the miles they ran, resulting in a regression for Alex over the next two years. His senior year, he realized he wanted to run in college and began taking running a little more seriously. He reduced his long-time PRs down to 4:28, 9:40, and 16:00. Yet, he wasn’t getting many looks from college coaches. The head coach of John Carroll, Kyle Basista, kept calling and kept sharing his vision for what John Carroll could become. Alex committed to John Carroll but wasn’t entirely sold on running. He was debating whether to go to Akron to be a normal student or commit 100% to running at JCU. He chose the latter and slowly built his mileage up. When Alex commits to something, he goes all in. He trained super hard over the season running himself into the ground on most runs. Despite this tactic, he credits his big jumps his freshman year to it. He went on to finish 15th as a freshman as John Carroll made the national meet for the first time in school history. He and his teammates knew the next time they would be at the National Meet, something special would happen. Alex took advantage of the non-racing schedule during COVID to increase his mileage, train consistently and pay attention to the small things. This resulted in a 5th place finish at the 2021 Outdoor National 10k and a Runner-Up in the 5k. While they were the results he had hoped, he left him wanting more heading into this cross country season. Alex will be running a 5k up at Grand Valley State in 10 days and has eyes on Dan Mayer’s indoor 5k record of 13:53. When it comes to outdoors, he hopes to nab both the 5k and 10k records as well. With the determination and work ethic Alex shows, don’t be surprised if he finishes the season with multiple D3 Records. Thank you goodr A huge thanks to goodr for coming on and partnering with us. I hope you were able get a pair of sunglasses at the National Meet! If you won't be at the National Meet, get yourself a pair and save 15% by using code GLORYDAYS at checkout. Go to goodr.com and use code GLORYDAYS for 15% off. goodr sunglasses are $25, non slip sunglasses that are stylish and make you run goodr. They provide 100% UV Protection and are 100% Polarized. Not only that they are a 100% carbon neutral company and give back 1% to the Planet. They're our favorite running sunglasses so go get yourself a pair! | |||
| 19 Jan 2023 | Episode 114 - Sara (Mostatabi) Passani | 00:58:00 | |
In her first marathon since the 2020 Olympic Trials, Sara Passani dropped a 6 minute PR to run 2:34 at CIM. An injury kept her out of the race the year prior and with the standard getting faster, she was ready to give it a shot. Prior to the race, they decided not to focus on the standard but instead focus on getting really fit. As the miles clicked off, she could tell it was going to be a good. As a she crossed the finish line with tears down her race, she realized what went into this day. After graduating in 2015, Sara gave up running at a competitive level to focus on her career at a private equity firm. She returned to the sport after a friend introduced her to a potential training partner that was running Grandma's Marathon in 2019. After obtaining an OTQ and competing at the 2020 trials, Sara knew there was more in the tank. Sara take us through her running journey that emphasizes balance. Her perspective on what is important to keep her running fast is a great lesson for all. BPN Ambassador We’re excited to be Ambassadors for Bare Performance Nutrition. A supplement company that gets you ready for next competition. Whether it’s protein or electrolytes, their supplements are geared to help you compete at your best. I’ve been taking their electrolytes to refuel after a run and can it increase my recovery. If you’re interested in trying them out, head over to their website and try today. How to Support D3 Glory Days: Subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts | |||
| 12 Oct 2022 | Episode 102 - Jessie Cardin | 00:59:56 | |
Fresh off a fantastic debut marathon in Chicago, Jessie Cardin joins us to discuss her 2:33 marathon! Debut marathons typically go one of two ways: a glow up or a blow up and Cardin definitely had a a glow up. Hitting the OTQ in her first try, Cardin is starting to get excited about this new distance and push her potential. Cardin joined Hansons Brooks this summer to go all in on running and to stop teaching full-time. While the transition has been tough to not teach, she has taken full advantage of her time. She’ll have her eyes set on Boston 2023 has her next marathon. Before she tackled the 26.2 distance, Cardin was a 3x All-American at Westfield State. With her sister a graduate of the school, it was always a place Cardin felt comfortable. An early conversation with her coach reassuring her that she wouldn’t be under sister’s shadow brought her comfort. Cardin had a breakout Sophomore year where she finished 20th in XC. Cardin left Westfield State wanting more from running. She joined various groups and continued to take time off her PRs. COVID-19 allowed her to try the longer distances and after running 72 minutes in the half, she thought would take a stab at the marathon. Cardin displays wisdom of a seasoned marathoner and we’re excited to she what she does next. Make sure you follow her on Instagram to keep up her journey. 100 Episodes Thank you for listening to over 100 episodes, it’s truly been a blast. If you enjoyed any episode please consider making a $1 donation in light of the special occasion! D3 Glory Days Venmo. Rate or Review D3 Glory Days! As always, we really appreciate your support of this podcast. If you’d like to help spread the word, share the podcast with a friend, or leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or leave a rating on Spotify! Follow D3 Glory Days If you want to rep D3 Glory Days on your next run, head to our Merch Store. And finally, follow us on social media! We’re on Instagram, Twitter and Strava. D3 Glory Days Patreon We launched a Patreon! As we said, we will never go behind a paywall - so any support is greatly appreciated. We enjoy bringing you this content and we realized we could do so much more with a little bit of backing. We want to ensure D3 gets the coverage it deserves and keeping this website paywall free! If you have enjoyed this podcast and the articles we have put, please consider becoming a Patron of D3 Glory Days. In full disclosure, the money will go directly into the show: equipment, subscriptions we need, and most importantly, money to our writers. If you are able, we would appreciate your support. | |||
| 21 Sep 2023 | ROTW 3 - James Settles and Olivia Pisacano | 00:31:11 | |
A new week brings a new set of Runners of the Week. We honor James Settles and Olivia Pisacano as the Week 3 D3 Glory Days Runners of the Week! James Settles won his race out in Denver in 24:50. The senior from Colorado College is coming off a breakout year where he finished 4th in the Outdoor 5k and ran 14:08. Settles finished 60th last year and has found a new sense of confidence that is helping him make the leap. While getting to the national meet is important, Settles wants to make sure he can help his team get there as well. This summer made James realize where he fit within the Nation. Prior to this season, he would look at guys within his region and think he could never compete with them. Now after finishing 4th, he finds himself training with those same guys this summer. Settles is going to continue to ride his confidence into the season and is excited to see where his fitness is once they head to sea level for the Augustana Meet. Each season there seems to be a breakout star in the D3 ranks. This season, we think Olivia Pisacano has what it takes to make that leap. Going through the COVID season and sustaining multiple injuries, Pisacano is finally training healthy for the first time in her college career. She has stacked healthy seasons together which resulted in a season debut 6k of 21:13. While the RPI course is new and we can’t compare it to last season, the leading indicators are showing a breakout. She was the #1 runner for RPI while she didn’t crack the top five last season. She finished 2nd behind All-Ameican RPI Alum, Jamie Lord. Prior to this cross country season, Pisacano dropped her 5k personal best down 17:33. Having been to nationals in both cross country and on the DMR, Olivia will take that experience with her new found fitness. With health on her side, she isn’t getting too far ahead of herself. She sets micro goals to keep her in check and makes sure she can accomplish something each practice and race. Most importantly, she’s having fun. We’ll see Pisacano more this season and will keep an eye on the results at the Pre-National Meet. How to Support D3 Glory Days: D3 Glory Days Venmo. We launched a Patreon! Subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 13 Dec 2024 | Christian Patzka - Overcoming Pressure and Injury | 00:55:31 | |
In July and August, Christian Patzka wasn't running. In November, he won the D3 XC National Title. Christian takes us through how he handled dealing with an injury that him sidelined for so long. He details how he had to handle the pressure of being a 2x runner-up and what this season meant to UW-Whitewater. Plus, he gives us insight into what he's hoping to accomplish in his final season in D3. How to Support D3 Glory Days: THE NEWSLETTER! Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 11 Mar 2025 | 2025 D3 Indoor Nationals: Ziyad Hassan and Josh Rivers | 00:54:20 | |
The D3 Indoor National Meet is here. To get you ready for the action we sit down with a few top athletes to hear how they're feeling ahead of the meet. This episode we spoke to Ziyad Hassan of MIT and Josh Rivers of UW-Oshkosh. Hassan led the nation in the mile and 800 but decided to scratch the 800m to go all in on the mile. He talks to us about his progression and how he's ready to handle this weekend. Rivers set the D3 Indoor Long Jump record back in December jumping 8.13m. He's the first man in D3 history to go over 8m and just finished 5th at USATF Indoors. He's confident he can go break the record again. RUN WITH US IN ROCHESTER Join us on March 14 for a 5mile run with Fleet Feet Rochester and Nike Running as we gear up for Indoor Nationals. We’ll meet at Fleet Feet’s Armory location and start the run at 8:30 AM, followed by refreshments. During the run, you’ll also have the chance to test the all-new Nike Vomero 18. THANK YOU NIKE The Nike Vomero 18 introduces a new era of maximum cushioning for ultimate comfort, inviting athletes to run longer, go farther, push their limits, and love every run. The shoe offers more cushion than ever and the tallest stack height in the franchise’s history, leveraging Nike’s combination of ZoomX and ReactX foams to create a double-stacked, dual-foam cushion for the ultimate ride. Now available at Fleet Feet Rochester and Nike.com. How to Support D3 Glory Days: THE NEWSLETTER! Instagram,Twitter andStrava. | |||
| 11 Jan 2022 | Episode 70 - Sam Grotewold of NYRR | 01:07:54 | |
"I didn't realize at the time, but the chance Coach Ellingson gave me, it changed the trajectory of my entire life. I realize that more and more every year that I wouldn't be at NYRR today without that opportunity.” Have you wondered how the fields at the NYC Marathon and Fifth Avenue Mile are put together? Sam Grotewold and his team are responsible for putting together the world-class of the events you love. It also happens that Sam went to a D3 college and wouldn’t be doing what is he today with the opportunity Coach Keith Ellingson gave him at Simpson College. Sam chose his path to college without running influencing his decision. He had his mindset on going to Simpson College to study graphic design and journalism. It wasn’t until a meeting at orientation where the athletic director asked the incoming class if they were interested in doing a sport. Sam raised his hand and a few days later, Coach Ellingson called Sam to ask him to join the team. While Sam didn’t go on to win National Titles or become an All-American, his opportunity to join the Simpson Cross Country team shaped his life and career trajectory. After Sam graduated, he joined New York Road Runners as a web editor. As NYRR began to have professional races, he transitioned from his web editing role into the Professional Athletes space. Sam explains the process of filling the fields, memorable stories, and fills us in if Kipchoge will run NYC. The impact of Sam’s D3 experience shaped his life into what it is today. He gives credit to Coach Ellingson for giving him an opportunity when he didn’t have to. D3 Glory Days Patreon We launched a Patreon! As we said, we will never go behind a paywall - so any support is greatly appreciated. This past season was a great undertaking in our labor of love. We enjoy bringing you this content and we realized we could do so much more with a little bit of backing. We want to ensure D3 gets the coverage it deserves and keeping this website paywall free! If you have enjoyed this podcast and the articles we have put, please consider becoming a Patreon of D3 Glory Days. In full disclosure, the money will go directly into the show: equipment, subscriptions we need, and most importantly, money to our writers. If you are able, we would appreciate your support. How to Support D3 Glory Days As always, we really appreciate your support of this podcast. If you’d like to help spread the word, share the podcast with a friend, or leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. If you would like to help support the podcast or say thanks to our writers, please consider making a donation on the D3 Glory Days Venmo. This helps offset some costs, hosting services, and help out our new writers. If you want to rep D3 Glory Days on your next run, head to our Merch Store. And finally, follow us on social media! We’re on Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 08 Dec 2022 | Episode 111 - Enhancing D3 Track and Field | 00:55:46 | |
Read the Proposal below! Proposal One Change the way National Championships are scored in Track & Field so that every finisher is scoring for her/his team. Rationale: *Raises the competitive quality of Nationals by making every place matter. Instead of an all or nothing approach many athletes exhibit trying to make finals or finish in the top 8, it allows them to be more tactical and keeps people mentally engaged and committed throughout the competition. In distance events, it keeps athletes fighting to the end of the race even when they know they can no longer be top 8 or advance to finals. In field events, it helps athletes focus on getting a mark (staying in the ring, staying on/behind the board) to move up the standings instead of "going for broke" and risking a 3 foul performance just to make finals. The athletes now compete with the knowledge that 9th is better than 11th, which is better than 15th, which is better than 20th, etc, instead of thinking, "I only have value to my team if I'm top 8". *Fan friendly and helps Track & Field make more sense to casual fans. In sports, it is hard for people to understand why the person who finishes 9th is treated the same way as the person who finishes 17th. It doesn't make sense, and the differentiation between EVERY position at the championship will help provide meaning to athletes and fans alike. *It allows athletes, coaches, and teams to have value at the National Meet by returning to campus after their performances with points. Instead of teams with no All-Americans all returning to campus with 0 points and nothing for their schools to show off or brag about, they now have a more realistic score and placement nationally, and something more tangible they can share. *It is more likely to reward the best teams in the country with Trophy winning performances while still allowing teams that may be heavily reliant on one or two superstars to win a trophy with dominant performances. We recognize this is a substantial change from how things have been done, but T&F needs to continue to evolve to reach more athletes and fans in a meaningful way. Gone are the days when the best programs would have dual meets throughout their season and athletes would compete in 3-4 events at meets multiple days per week. This is another step forward to make the sport more rewarding, beneficial, and understandable for athletes and fans alike. Scoring Suggestions (NCAA Committee could iron this out): Option One: Winner gets the same number of competitors in the field + 5 / 2nd place gets 3 less / 3rd place gets 3 less / 4th place through last place receive the number of points based on how many people s/he beats +1 Example (20 person field) 1st: 25 2nd: 22 3rd: 19 4th: 17 5th: 16 20th: 1 *This would provide extra incentive to finish in the top 3, with a larger differentiation between those spots, as top three has always been a significant number in Track & Field thanks to the popularity of the Olympics. *A DNF, a DQ, or a 3 foul is eliminated and receives zero points, so not all points are guaranteed to be awarded. Option Two: Winner receives 25 or 30 (or some number that would be large enough to accommodate any field size the NCAA currently offers) and the Committee adjusts the scoring differently based on the field size for each gender. How to Support D3 Glory Days: Subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts | |||
| 23 Feb 2022 | Episode 76 - Macklin Chaffee | 01:16:53 | |
Macklin Chaffee’s running journey is centered around the question, “what if.” In high school, his coach put him in three events to see what he would do well in: high jump, hurdles, and the 1600m. After a fast last lap to propel Chaffee to a 4:45 in his first 1600m race, it was clear Chaffee was a miler. Chaffee’s motivation levels ebbed and flowed while he was at Williams College. To put it bluntly, he didn’t enjoy running which led to sub par training heading into three of his four cross country seasons. On top of the lack of training, he had interest in the ultimate frisbee club that left him wondering if pursuing that would make for a better college experience. However, his sophomore year track season gave him the motivation he needed and began the “what if” theme of his career. After having to step into the DMR as an alternate and getting into the mile after a medical scratch, Chaffee saw first hand what it’s like to be at the top of Division 3. However, a stint of mono that outdoor season left him dreaming for the next season. That next track season he began to see more success by lowering his PB and finishing runner up in the 1500m. That second place finish gave him the motivation he needed to train over the season to help Williams during cross country. Despite an injury, he was able to muster up a 38th place finish to help Williams finish third on the podium. His eyes were set on winning a national title during track but came up 0.09 seconds short. His coached convinced him to do a few races after the season which ended in him finished 32nd at the USA Outdoor National Champs. From there, he wanted to see how far he could take running. While his ultimate goal of making the Olympics fell short, Macklin’s story is one of resiliency and of what you can do if you go all in. His professional career was filled with ups and down but he can say he is a 3:56 miler. D3 Glory Days Patreon We launched a Patreon! As we said, we will never go behind a paywall - so any support is greatly appreciated. This past season was a great undertaking in our labor of love. We enjoy bringing you this content and we realized we could do so much more with a little bit of backing. We want to ensure D3 gets the coverage it deserves and keeping this website paywall free! If you have enjoyed this podcast and the articles we have put, please consider becoming a Patreon of D3 Glory Days. In full disclosure, the money will go directly into the show: equipment, subscriptions we need, and most importantly, money to our writers. If you are able, we would appreciate your support. How to Support D3 Glory Days As always, we really appreciate your support of this podcast. If you’d like to help spread the word, share the podcast with a friend, or leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or leave a rating on Spotify! We launched a live D3 Track Show. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you don’t miss it. If you would like to help support the podcast or say thanks to our writers, please consider making a donation on the D3 Glory Days Venmo. This helps offset some costs, hosting services, and help out our new writers. If you want to rep D3 Glory Days on your next run, head to our Merch Store. And finally, follow us on social media! We’re on Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 19 Feb 2025 | Lauren Jarrett and Sam Blaskowski: Setting the Standard | 00:42:45 | |
Back to Back 60m records at the same meet! We dive into the remarkable achievements of Lauren Jarrett and Sam Blaskowski, both record holders in the 60-meter dash from UW-La Crosse. They share their experiences of breaking records, the mental and physical preparation involved, and the supportive environment that fuels their competitive spirit. The conversation explores the balance between individual goals and team dynamics, the significance of national titles versus records, and their aspirations for the future as they aim to make it pro. Their journey reflects dedication, resilience, and the pursuit of excellence in the world of D3 track and field. How to Support D3 Glory Days: THE NEWSLETTER! Instagram,Twitter andStrava. | |||
| 09 Jan 2024 | The D3 Trials Files: Ryan Jara | 00:45:18 | |
"I definitely started getting to the point where I thought maybe I'm just a 2:34 guy. I'm just a high 15 5k guy and I'm okay with it." Ryan Jara left Hope College as a 15:54 5ker. He enjoyed running and continued running well past graduation. He had hit some of his goals, ran 73 minutes in a half marathon and as of 2019 was a 2:34 marathoner. As time went on things began to click. Workouts were getting faster and the encouragement from his wife never waned. In 2022, he made a big jump to 2:23 and the goal of the trials that seemed so distant didn't look to far away. At the McKirdy Micro Marathon, Jara ran 2:17:19 to qualify for the Olympic Trials at the age of 36. He credits his longevity to enjoying his runs and being adaptable in training. His perspective of how he balances life, family and running will provide inspiration to all that are balancing all three. How to Support D3 Glory Days: D3 Glory Days Venmo. We launched a Patreon! Subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 14 Sep 2021 | Episode 55 - Will Leer | 00:43:56 | |
The man who gave D3 Glory Days life is back! Will Leer joins us for Episode 55 to fill us in on what he’s been up to and answers Listener questions! It was great to hear from Will on what his plans are as he winds down his competitive career. He reflects back on how D3 shaped his career, what he’s looking forward to working in the running industry, and how supporting his wife, Aisha Praught-Leer, during her Olympic cycle was a blast. Will offers advice to younger runners Thank you to Under Armour All Out Mile for partnering with us! You can learn more and register for the CITIUS Mag team here: www.uaalloutmile.com/d3. You’ll have a chance to win Cash Prizes, Gear, and if the CITIUS Mag team has the most milers, we can donate money to charity! Official training for the mile is from August 30th to September 30th. You then can run your mile from October 1st - October 11th. Need training advice? The link above has you covered! As always, we really appreciate your support of this podcast. If you’d like to help spread the word, share the podcast with a friend, or leave us a review wherever you’re listening. If you want to rep D3 Glory Days on your next run, head to our Merch Store. | |||
| 09 Aug 2022 | Episode 96 - Dave Moller | 01:07:38 | |
On this week’s episode, we sat down with University of Rochester grad, Dr. Dave Moller. Rochester went through a series of transitions during Dave’s time which allowed him to be a D1, D2, and D3 All-American. The first season he ran XC, Rochester was a D2 school but transitioned mid year. After earning D2 All-American honors in fall, he won the 3 mile at D3 Outdoor Nationals in the spring. In 1974, Dave Moller had one of the best post-seasons a D3 runner has ever had. The University of Rochester runner started the postseason by winning the IC4As, which is an invitational of schools in the Northeast including D1. A few days later he won the D3 National meet which earned him a spot at the D1 National starting line. Against a competitive field that included Olympian, Craig Virgin, Dave finished 19th. His season wasn’t done yet! Just a week after competing in two national championships, Dave flew to San Fransisco to compete in the AAU championships. He ran majority of the race with Olympic medalist, Frank Shorter and ended up finishing 22nd. Dave’s drive as a runner fueled his success. His weekly mileage totals sky rocketed as he began doubling and saw how the increased mileage improved his performance. That 1974 season inspired him to see where he could take his running. While on a training trip with the Florida Track Club in Gainesville, FL, he suffered a hamstring injury that took away his post-collegiate running career. While he never got back to the fitness that would make him competitive, he is still a life long runner and still runs to this day. Rate or Review D3 Glory Days! As always, we really appreciate your support of this podcast. If you’d like to help spread the word, share the podcast with a friend, or leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or leave a rating on Spotify! Follow D3 Glory Days If you want to rep D3 Glory Days on your next run, head to our Merch Store. And finally, follow us on social media! We’re on Instagram, Twitter and Strava. 3-Year Anniversary 3 Years ago today we released our first episode with Will Leer! It’s been a blast bringing more coverage to the division. If you enjoyed any piece of content we’ve shared article, podcast, or social media posts please consider making a $3 donation in light of the special occasion! D3 Glory Days Venmo. D3 Glory Days Patreon We launched a Patreon! As we said, we will never go behind a paywall - so any support is greatly appreciated. We enjoy bringing you this content and we realized we could do so much more with a little bit of backing. We want to ensure D3 gets the coverage it deserves and keeping this website paywall free! If you have enjoyed this podcast and the articles we have put, please consider becoming a Patron of D3 Glory Days. In full disclosure, the money will go directly into the show: equipment, subscriptions we need, and most importantly, money to our writers. If you are able, we would appreciate your support. | |||
| 24 Aug 2021 | Episode 52 - Jack Pinho | 01:12:48 | |
"I wasn't supposed to be doing this (running) and now it's all I can do. It's what makes it fun for me to train for something and knowing it's worth it" Thank you to Under Armour All Out Mile for partnering with us! You can learn more and register for the CITIUS Mag team here: www.uaalloutmile.com. Jack Pinho was a 3 sport athlete in high school with an emphasis in Football and Basketball. Track was a secondary sport as baseball was too slow for him. As he went off to Springfield College for their PE/Education program, he had plans to only be a student. As time wore on, the feeling of not having competition took over and he ventured over to the Track Captains’ practices. He quickly became invested in the team and want to join them. Jack had PBs of what most D3 Coaches would want coming out of high school: 2:00/4:30. Yet Jack was unsure on how he’d fair on the team. His hard work mentality showed him success early on as he consistently broke 2 in the 800. An ultimatum was the force behind joining cross country led him to losing his nickname of ‘Fake Distance.’ Jack continued to improve while working hard. He lowered his 800m PB down to 1:53 and was on the cusp of making it to Nationals. As a walk-on at the D3 Level, Jack didn’t expect to have the success that he had. He began focusing on the mile for his senior year and came away with a 4:07PB and a 4th place finish at the National Meet. From there, he knew he had to repeat that success but it would come down to the final last chance qualifier at Swarthmore. A 3:47 PB would get him qualified for the Outdoor National meet but his qualifying time placed him 6th in the nation. Jack chalked it up to his training that led him to a senior year All-American performance. Despite a heatstroke in the prelim, Jack recovered enough to repeat his 4th place performance. With 2 season of eligibility left, Jack continued at Springfield to continue to lower his mile PB. Unfortunately, that fell short but gave him the fire of keep competing after college. Jack has lowered his mile PB to 4:03 and is continuing to hunt for that sub 4 attempt. For a kid who wasn’t supposed to continue running, he has a quintessential D3 Story. Official training for the mile is from August 30th to September 30th. You then can run your mile from October 1st - October 11th. Need training advice? The link above has you covered! As always, we really appreciate your support of this podcast. If you’d like to help spread the word, share the podcast with a friend, or leave us a review wherever you’re listening. | |||
| 16 Apr 2024 | Sam Blaskowski: Breaking Barriers 9.99w | 00:22:17 | |
"I have this little chip on my shoulders. Like, why can't I get let into these meets? I'm going to keep going. I know I'm not like with those guys, right? I'm not running 20. 2 and 9.9, wind legal yet, but I feel like I can go there and compete with these guys if I like am given the opportunity." Sam Blaskowski comes back onto the podcast to go over his big weekend running 9.99w (+5.5). He becomes the first D3 man to go under 10s in All-Conditions and is at the top of the All-Conditions leaderboard. As always, Sam brings excitement to his most recent feat and fills us in on the emotion of the weekend. He talks about the internet response of him going 9.99w and the struggles of getting into big meets despite his strong resume. He knows the body has done it before so he has confidence that one day he can run close to this time in a wind legal setting. Thank you to Tracksmith for supporting the Podcast. We're excited to be partnering with Tracksmith!. They just released their Spring Collection which features the Harrier Long Sleeve. This merino-nylon blend long sleeve will beat the chill of the early morning and transition through to the warm afternoon temperatures. How to Support D3 Glory Days: Winter Hats D3 Glory Days Venmo. We launched a Patreon! Subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 15 Nov 2022 | Episode 105 - 2022 XC Contenders | 01:43:42 | |
We’re back with another contenders episode. Our guests today not only have individual aspirations, but will be battling for their teams as well. Each team they represent is in the top 10 and will be vying for a team trophy on Saturday. We’re joined by: Aubrie Fisher - Wartburg - 3:31 Matt Lecky - RPI - 18:18 Kathleen McCarey - SUNY Geneseo - 34:07 Lucas Florsheim - Pomona-Pitzer - 50:59 Natalie Bitetti - CMS - 1:09:47 Elias Lindgren - Williams - 1:26:22 Nationals Merch Get your exclusive D3 Glory Days Nationals merch here: https://www.bonfire.com/d3-cross-country-nationals/ BPN Ambassador We’re excited to be Ambassadors for Bare Performance Nutrition. A supplement company that gets you ready for next competition. Whether it’s protein or electrolytes, their supplements are geared to help you compete at your best. I’ve been taking their electrolytes to refuel after a run and can it increase my recovery. If you’re interested in trying them out, head over to their website and try today. How to Support D3 Glory Days: Subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts | |||
| 06 Nov 2024 | Noah Droddy's Exit Interview | 01:03:26 | |
Noah Droddy retired from professional running. In this episode, he reflects on his running career, what he'll miss, and what he's looking forward to in retirement. He went on to 28:08 10k, 1:01:49 Half, and a 2:09:09 Marathon. Inspiring many runners, especially in the D3 community. Thank you to Noah for the inspiration and motivation. Enjoy this episode. SUPPORT LEVER A big thanks to LEVER for supporting D3 Glory Days this month. Their treadmill attachment allows runners to stay healthy by reducing their body weight. LEVER has other recovery tools like a collapsible foam roller and recovery boots. They’re offering D3 Glory Days readers 20% when you use the code ‘GloryDays’ at checkout. Head over to levermovement.com to learn more! Coaches, they’re offering a bundle for your team. Contact us for more information. How to Support D3 Glory Days: D3 Glory Days Venmo. We launched a Patreon! Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 11 Mar 2025 | 2025 D3 Indoor Nationals Preview: Alexis Boykin and Alyssa Busker | 00:42:36 | |
The D3 Indoor National Meet is here. To get you ready for the action we sit down with a few top athletes to hear how they're feeling ahead of the meet. This episode we spoke to Alexis Boykin of MIT and Alyssa Busker of Elmhurst. Boykin heads to the meet looking to defend her Shot Put and Weight Throw titles. She's been absolutely dominant the last few season and feels ready to break the Weight Throw Record. If she throws over 21m, she'll be the first D3 Woman to do so. Busker made her presence known right away in D3. After transferring to Elmhurst for grad school, she opened up in 7.45 which is 3rd All-Time in the 60m. She's also 8th All-Time in the 200m and ready to take on D3's best. RUN WITH US IN ROCHESTER Join us on March 14 for a 5mile run with Fleet Feet Rochester and Nike Running as we gear up for Indoor Nationals. We’ll meet at Fleet Feet’s Armory location and start the run at 8:30 AM, followed by refreshments. During the run, you’ll also have the chance to test the all-new Nike Vomero 18. THANK YOU NIKE The Nike Vomero 18 introduces a new era of maximum cushioning for ultimate comfort, inviting athletes to run longer, go farther, push their limits, and love every run. The shoe offers more cushion than ever and the tallest stack height in the franchise’s history, leveraging Nike’s combination of ZoomX and ReactX foams to create a double-stacked, dual-foam cushion for the ultimate ride. Now available at Fleet Feet Rochester and Nike.com. How to Support D3 Glory Days: THE NEWSLETTER! Instagram,Twitter andStrava. | |||
| 05 Oct 2021 | Episode 58 - Simon Heys and Evie Bultemeyer (Pre Nats Champs) | 00:36:46 | |
This past weekend was a big weekend for D3 Cross Country. Teams are starting to show their true colors and individuals are beginning to have break out races. Tom Sawyer Park played host to the D3 Pre National Meet to give teams and athletes a preview of what’s to come in November. We mentioned this in last week’s episode that the real season is beginning. Simon Heys and Evie Bultemeyer came away with the individual titles. Both had similar race strategies as they hung out in the pack, matched every move, and waited until it was time to make their own move. Evie is familiar with these big races. She is a 4x All American in Track and in 2019 placed 8th at Cross Country Nationals - yet still sees this as a big win for her career. This seas is different for her as she is off campus getting her Master’s Degree and doesn’t have the luxury of being around her teammates. However, the power of FaceTime has allow Evie to stay close with her team during this time. She’s up to her highest mileage ever and is getting excited for the end of the year meets and hopes to help her team qualify for the National Meet. Simon calls this the biggest win of his career. He’s fresh off his first National Meet last spring in the 10k and is hungry to improve upon his 13th place finish. He gets fired up about how strong his conference (OAC) is and how that competition will prepare him for the National meet. With this win, he’s beginning to view himself a little differently as a runner and is adjusting his already big goals. This was a great conversation to get insight into their races and hear from current student-athletes. Want more information from this weekend, read our Meet Recap article by Emily Richards. As always, we really appreciate your support of this podcast. If you’d like to help spread the word, share the podcast with a friend, or leave us a review wherever you’re listening. If you would like to help support the podcast, please consider making a donation on the D3 Glory Days Venmo. This helps offset some costs, hosting services, and help out our new writers. Want to rep D3 Glory Days on your next run? Head to our Merch Store! And finally, follow us on social media! We’re on Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 16 Aug 2022 | Episode 97 - XC Listener Questions | 00:36:29 | |
You asked some questions - we gave some answers. We'll do a full XC preview here soon. Stu is on Vacation (bad timing). The video that got Noah and Stu Hyped - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ijTwZNUBhcI Rate or Review D3 Glory Days! As always, we really appreciate your support of this podcast. If you’d like to help spread the word, share the podcast with a friend, or leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or leave a rating on Spotify! Follow D3 Glory Days If you want to rep D3 Glory Days on your next run, head to our Merch Store. And finally, follow us on social media! We’re on Instagram, Twitter and Strava. 3-Year Anniversary 3 Years ago today we released our first episode with Will Leer! It’s been a blast bringing more coverage to the division. If you enjoyed any piece of content we’ve shared article, podcast, or social media posts please consider making a $3 donation in light of the special occasion! D3 Glory Days Venmo. D3 Glory Days Patreon We launched a Patreon! As we said, we will never go behind a paywall - so any support is greatly appreciated. We enjoy bringing you this content and we realized we could do so much more with a little bit of backing. We want to ensure D3 gets the coverage it deserves and keeping this website paywall free! If you have enjoyed this podcast and the articles we have put, please consider becoming a Patron of D3 Glory Days. In full disclosure, the money will go directly into the show: equipment, subscriptions we need, and most importantly, money to our writers. If you are able, we would appreciate your support. | |||
| 08 Mar 2022 | Episode 78 - 2022 Indoor Nationals Contenders | 01:43:44 | |
The indoor national meet is this weekend! Get prepared for the weekend by hearing from some of the contenders. They all have had a great season so far and are eager to compete this weekend. We’re looking forward to watching them compete as we announce the meet! In order of appearance and their time stamp:
D3 Glory Days Patreon We launched a Patreon! As we said, we will never go behind a paywall - so any support is greatly appreciated. This past season was a great undertaking in our labor of love. We enjoy bringing you this content and we realized we could do so much more with a little bit of backing. We want to ensure D3 gets the coverage it deserves and keeping this website paywall free! If you have enjoyed this podcast and the articles we have put, please consider becoming a Patreon of D3 Glory Days. In full disclosure, the money will go directly into the show: equipment, subscriptions we need, and most importantly, money to our writers. If you are able, we would appreciate your support. How to Support D3 Glory Days As always, we really appreciate your support of this podcast. If you’d like to help spread the word, share the podcast with a friend, or leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or leave a rating on Spotify! We launched a live D3 Track Show. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you don’t miss it. If you would like to help support the podcast or say thanks to our writers, please consider making a donation on the D3 Glory Days Venmo. This helps offset some costs, hosting services, and help out our new writers. If you want to rep D3 Glory Days on your next run, head to our Merch Store. And finally, follow us on social media! We’re on Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 02 Jun 2022 | Episode 88 - Ari Marks | 00:50:09 | |
“I will never place limits on myself ever again and say, ’I’m not going to get any better.’ If something isn't working, I know that there are always things that you can change or tweak to try to improve.” Fresh off her two national titles, Ari Marks joins us to reflect on her D3 career. While cut short to COVID and a brief stint on the crew team, Ari has no regrets with how her career went. Her passion for running has fueled her career and allowed her to come back better than ever after two small breaks. After a breakout season in cross country, Ari had to learn how to handle the new runner she became. The indoor track season opened her eyes to her potential as she was runner-up in both the 5k and 3k. She worked with her coaches on her kick and her confidence to ensure she didn’t let another opportunity slip by. Running 80-90 miles a week, she knew her endurance would keep her in the races but felt like she had to kick early to run away from the field. She executed her race plan to a perfection twice and walks away from Gevena, Ohio as a two time champ. Kava Haus Kava Haus is a family owned coffee shop in Wilmington, Ohio. In fact, there’s a special connection to D3 as it’s Simon Heys’ family store. They’re offering 10% off to D3 Glory Days Listeners when you use Kava22 at Checkout. Head to www.thekavahaus.com to get your morning started right. Summer of Hayward Don’t miss out on all the action leading up to the World Championships. Hayward Field will host so many great events that you don’t want to miss. Get your Summer of Hayward Tickets now! D3 Glory Days Patreon We launched a Patreon! As we said, we will never go behind a paywall - so any support is greatly appreciated. This past season was a great undertaking in our labor of love. We enjoy bringing you this content and we realized we could do so much more with a little bit of backing. We want to ensure D3 gets the coverage it deserves and keeping this website paywall free! If you have enjoyed this podcast and the articles we have put, please consider becoming a Patreon of D3 Glory Days. In full disclosure, the money will go directly into the show: equipment, subscriptions we need, and most importantly, money to our writers. If you are able, we would appreciate your support. How to Support D3 Glory Days As always, we really appreciate your support of this podcast. If you’d like to help spread the word, share the podcast with a friend, or leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or leave a rating on Spotify! We launched a live D3 Track Show. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you don’t miss it. If you would like to help support the podcast or say thanks to our writers, please consider making a donation on the D3 Glory Days Venmo. This helps offset some costs, hosting services, and help out our new writers. If you want to rep D3 Glory Days on your next run, head to our Merch Store. And finally, follow us on social media! We’re on Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 10 Jan 2023 | Episode 113 - Jared Ottman | 01:06:48 | |
The cancellation of his senior season left Jarrod Ottman motivated to see what he can do. He was coming off new PRs on the track and wanted to see where he could take his running. When races began to pop up again, Jarrod was making big jumps in his times resulting in breaking 15 minutes for the first time. He saw early success in the roads running 68 minutes and then 66 minutes for the half. During this time, he built a strong relationship with Pro Runner Parker Stinson. Stinson ultimately got Jarrod to move out to Colorado. Despite a drop of a hat move and rough first few workouts, Ottman dropped his half PR to 64 minutes. Flash forward to CIM, Ottman ran the first half with D3 Glory Days Alum, Alex Burks. From there, Jarrod continued to move up and ran 2:16. Hear about his race and his progression story. BPN Ambassador We’re excited to be Ambassadors for Bare Performance Nutrition. A supplement company that gets you ready for next competition. Whether it’s protein or electrolytes, their supplements are geared to help you compete at your best. I’ve been taking their electrolytes to refuel after a run and can it increase my recovery. If you’re interested in trying them out, head over to their website and try today. How to Support D3 Glory Days: Subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts | |||
| 05 Dec 2023 | D3 XC Champs Files: Ethan Gregg | 00:38:32 | |
“I’m just so grateful for those guys. They're the whole reason I'm here, they're the reason I'm pushing, they're the reason I race like that. And damn, I just love them. I love them to death and I'm so proud of them.” The redemption arc the whole division was watching. In May, Ethan Gregg was DQ’d for a false start in the 5k final. In November, he won the D3 XC Individual National Title. Gregg takes us through the aftermath of the DQ and the guilt he felt as he believe it affected UWL’s chances at a team title. He spent the summer in Boulder living with guys from Cornell College and it helped him recover from the painful day. He used that DQ as positive motivation to not let it affect his training. He knew his job was to get fit to help his team in November. While he was happy to win the individual title, it was hard to fully enjoy it as UWL lost by just one point for the team title. As always, Ethan brings great perspective on how much the team means to him and the motivation he derives from them. How to Support D3 Glory Days: D3 Glory Days Venmo. We launched a Patreon! Subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||
| 26 Apr 2022 | Episode 81 - Kathy Derks | 01:00:49 | |
“Don't be afraid to hurt because it's going to hurt. Getting better, getting faster - it hurts, it sucks, and it's uncomfortable. But just being able to understand your limits and knowing where those are is a big first step in order to reach some of those goals.” Last week, thousands of runners ran from Hopkinton to Boston to compete in the 126th running of the Boston Marathon. The 8th American that day was a college 400 runner from Wisconsin Stevens Point, Kathy Derks. The progression that Kathy has made from her college days to her marathoning is incredible. Especially since she hated to walk when she was 10 years old and had her mom push her in a stroller during their vacation in New York City. Kathy wasn’t recruited onto the UWSP team but simply asked to join. She came in as a 60s 400m runner with room to improve and the determination to get better. It was a after a breakout race her sophomore year where she finally dipped under 60s that she realized her potential. As she moved to the cross country team to help her 800, she began taking running more seriously. And her times dropped with her increased dedication. When the dust settled, Derks was a 57/2:13 400/800 meter runner after improving from a 60/2:29 runner. After she graduated, she had difficulty not being on a team and gravitated toward distance running. She started running because she had the time to do so. As she trained for her first marathon, the goal of running Boston became her focus. She ran 3:01 in her debut and was hooked. As her marathon days progressed, she needed to help to achieve her goals. She reached out to a friend to coach her and the partnership has seen even more improvement. As she grasps what this new PB means to her, Kathy will continue to run for the love of it. In 2024, she’ll toe the line of the Olympic Trials hopefully as a 2:30 marathoner. Summer of Hayward Don’t miss out on all the action leading up to the World Championships. Hayward Field will host so many great events that you don’t want to miss. Get your Summer of Hayward Tickets now! How to Support D3 Glory Days As always, we really appreciate your support of this podcast. If you’d like to help spread the word, share the podcast with a friend, or leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or leave a rating on Spotify! We launched a live D3 Track Show. Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you don’t miss it. If you would like to help support the podcast or say thanks to our writers, please consider making a donation on the D3 Glory Days Venmo. This helps offset some costs, hosting services, and help out our new writers. You can also visit our Patreon and become a monthly contributor there! If you want to rep D3 Glory Days on your next run, head to our Merch Store. And finally, follow us on social media! We’re on Instagram, Twitter and Strava. | |||