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On this week’s episode of the Blue Oval Podcast, chaos reigns as scratches shake up the NCAA postseason landscape! Ben and Garrett start with the surprising news that Juliette Whittaker is out from the West regional meet entirely, before diving into major event scratches and declarations including Doris Lemngole and Lexy Halladay-Lowry scratching the 5k, and Pamela Kosgei dropping the steeple. The biggest shock? Fouad Messaoudi scratches the 1500 meters to chase 5k gold. The guys also break down Parker Wolfe’s all-in 5k gamble, Simeon Birnbaum’s ambitious 1500/5k double, and Diana Cherotich’s sole focus on the 10k. With top contenders like Marco Langon, Matt Strangio & Jenna Hutchins making key moves of their own, Ben and Garrett sort through the strategy, surprises, and what it all means for the NCAA title races. Be sure to listen, subscribe and review!(3:19) Juliette Whittaker Scratches From Postseason(6:25) Doris Lemngole & Lexy Halladay-Lowry Scratch 5k, Kosgei Scratches Steeple(13:01) Fouad Messaoudi Scratches Out of 1500m in Favor of 5k(18:55) Parker Wolfe Goes All-In on 5k(24:08) Simeon Birnbaum Attempting 1500/5k Double(26:51) Diana Cherotich Scratches 5k in Favor of 10k(29:47) Marco Langon & Matt Strangio Go All-In on 5k(35:13) Harvey Cramb Scratches Steeple in Favor of 1500m(40:33) Hutchins, Millard & Stearns Scratch 10k to Focus on 5k(43:39) Other Notable Scratches➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵thestridereport.com⁠➤ Instagram 📸https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/➤ TikTok ♪https://www.tiktok.com/@thestridereport➤ Twitter / X 🧵https://x.com/TheStrideReport➤ Threads 🪡https://www.threads.net/@thestridereportPodcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week’s episode of the Blue Oval Podcast, Ben and Garrett unpack Christian Jackson’s jaw-dropping 1:44 mark to win the ACC title over 800 meters — is he someone who can realistically win NCAA gold next month? The guys also break down Gladys Chepngetich’s upset over Makayla Paige, Sophie O’Sullivan’s blistering 58-second closer to take the BIG 10 title over 1500 meters and Meghan Hunter becoming the third woman in NCAA history to dip under 1:59 over 800 meters. From Parker Wolfe’s potential 10k/5k double to huge conference wins from Emmaculate Jemutai, James Corrigan and Sam Whitmarsh, we’ve got all the biggest storylines covered as we gear up for the NCAA Championships. Be sure to listen, review and subscribe!(3:09) Christian Jackson Wins ACC 800m Title With Stunning 1:44 Performance(9:06) Gladys Chepngetich Upsets Makayla Paige for ACC 800m Gold(13:00) Will Parker Wolfe Attempt the 10k/5k Double?17:48) Sophie O’Sullivan Rides Blistering 58-Second Final Lap to Win BIG 10 Title Over 1500m(20:39) Allon Clay Edges Matthew Erickson in 800m Photo-Finish Win(22:05) Meghan Hunter Becomes Third Woman to Run Under 1:59 (800)(28:37) Emmaculate Jemutai Runs Seven-Second PR to Claim BIG 12 Title Over 1500m(33:27) James Corrigan Claims BIG 12 Steeple Title With 8:22 Performance(36:33) Chloe Scrimgeour Runs 32:13 to Win BIG East 10k Title(39:57) Sam Whitmarsh Defeats Abdullahi Hassan Again to Claim SEC 800m Gold➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵thestridereport.com⁠➤ Instagram 📸https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/➤ TikTok ♪https://www.tiktok.com/@thestridereport➤ Twitter / X 🧵https://x.com/TheStrideReport➤ Threads 🪡https://www.threads.net/@thestridereportPodcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week’s episode of the Blue Oval Podcast, Ben and Garrett dive into whether Fouad Messaoudi can realistically challenge for NCAA gold after his 3:34 PR over 1500 meters. The guys also break down Aidan McCarthy’s dominant 1:45 showing over 800 meters and highlight other standout men’s 1500-meter performances. Then, it’s time for the highly anticipated fantasy draft! Ben and Garrett go head-to-head, building their dream NCAA squads with some surprising picks and bold strategies. Be sure to listen, review and subscribe!(3:43) Fouad Messaoudi Posts Impressive 3:34 (1500) Mark(11:19) Aidan McCarthy Earns Comfortable Win With Strong 1:45 (800)(14:46) Other Notable Men’s 1500m Performances(20:15) Women’s Fantasy Draft(36:49) Men’s Fantasy Draft➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵thestridereport.com⁠➤ Instagram 📸https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/➤ TikTok ♪https://www.tiktok.com/@thestridereport➤ Twitter / X 🧵https://x.com/TheStrideReport➤ Threads 🪡https://www.threads.net/@thestridereportPodcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week’s episode of the Blue Oval Podcast, Ben and Garrett dive into another weekend of massive performances on the track! Ethan Strand’s blazing 1500m time of 3:33.22 put him at NCAA #2 all-time while Michaela Rose improved her own NCAA #2 all-time spot with a dominant 1:58.12 (800) effort. The guys break down Titouan Le Grix’s NCAA D2 record of 3:34.30 in the 1500m and Smilla Kolbe’s NCAA #3 all-time mark of 1:59.02 (800). In the 5k, Grace Hartman made history with a 14:58.11, breaking the 15-minute barrier for the first time and securing the NCAA #4 all-time mark! Be sure to listen, subscribe and review!(2:10) Ethan Strand Takes Down Teffra & Wolfe With NCAA #2 All-Time Mark of 3:33.22 (1500)(8:11) Titouan Le Grix Claims NCAA D2 Record With 3:34.30 (1500) Mark(15:43) Michaela Rose Improves Upon Her Own NCAA #2 All-Time Mark via 1:58.12 (800) Mark(18:27) Smilla Kolbe Firms Her Place Amongst Contenders With NCAA #3 All-Time Mark of 1:59.02 (800)(25:54) Hunter, Chamberlain & Buswell Post Sub-2:02 (800) Conversions at BYU(28:55) Grace Hartman Breaks 15:00 (5k) For First Time With NCAA #4 All-Time Mark of 14:58.11(32:31) Virginia Tech Trio Run Sub-3:40 Over 1500m(36:59) Harrison Witt Runs 3:37 (1500), Carter Cutting Breaks 4:00 at Altitude in Utah (Mile)➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵thestridereport.com⁠➤ Instagram 📸https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/➤ TikTok ♪https://www.tiktok.com/@thestridereport➤ Twitter / X 🧵https://x.com/TheStrideReport➤ Threads 🪡https://www.threads.net/@thestridereportPodcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week’s episode of the Blue Oval Podcast, Ben and Garrett dive into all the action from the Penn Relays where Nathan Green's kick has never looked better! The guys break down a flurry of elite performances, including Lexy Halladay-Lowry’s 9:18 steeplechase mark and Sadie Sigfstead’s dominant 32:39 (10k) effort. In the 1500m, Grace Hartman earned a comfortable win in 4:07, while the battle for season MVP heats up between Pamela Kosgei and Doris Lemngole. The relay fireworks continued at Penn Relays as the Washington men claimed the 4xMile crown, the Providence separated women themselves in the 4x1500m relay, Margot Appleton’s 4:21 split leads Virginia to a dramatic DMR comeback and much more! Be sure to listen, subscribe and review!(4:17) Lexy Halladay-Lowry Runs NCAA #5 All-Time Steeple With 9:18 Performance(7:55) Sadie Sigfstead Makes a Statement at Penn Relays With a Dominant 32:39 (10k)(10:00) Grace Hartman Earns Comfortable Win With 4:07 at Penn Relays (1500)(12:50) Who is the Season MVP? Pamela Kosgei or Doris Lemngole?(17:07) Washington Takes Title as Elite Anchors Thrill Crowd in Men’s 4xMile at Penn Relays(25:57) Flockhart’s Split Separates Providence from Pack in 4x1500m at Penn Relays(29:20) Nathan Green Powers Washington to DMR Win at Penn Relays(34:12) Margot Appleton Splits 4:21.46, Carries Virginia to Comeback Win in DMR at Penn Relays(41:36) Abel Teffra Leads Georgetown Past Oregon for 4x800m Win at Penn Relays(46:47) Makayla Paige Anchors North Carolina to 4x800m Penn Relays Title➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵thestridereport.com⁠➤ Instagram 📸https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/➤ TikTok ♪https://www.tiktok.com/@thestridereport➤ Twitter / X 🧵https://x.com/TheStrideReport➤ Threads 🪡https://www.threads.net/@thestridereportPodcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week’s Blue Oval Podcast, Ben and Garrett break down another electric weekend of NCAA distance action! Jane Hedengren continues to make her case as the future of the sport, while the men’s 800m saw Abdullahi Hassan, Rivaldo Marshall, and Tyrice Taylor all drop 1:45 marks. On the women’s side, Victoria Bossong and Gladys Chepngetich both clocked 1:59 results while Michaela Rose took home a narrow win in a stacked race. The guys also analyze big 1500m wins from Nathan Green, Marco Langon, and Chloe Foerster, as well as Salma Elbadra’s 4:05.85 which moves her to NCAA #5 all-time! Plus, Doris Lemngole breaks the steeple record with a 9:10.13 and much more! Be sure to listen, subscribe and review!(3:11) Abdullahi Hassan, Rivaldo Marshall & Tyrice Taylor Run 1:45 (800)(7:38) Victoria Bossong & Gladys Chepngetich Drop Pair of 1:59 Marks, While Michaela Rose Wins Tightly Contested 800m Race(14:34) Nathan Green Runs 3:35 (1500) for Win at Bryan Clay Invite & Marco Langon Takes Win at Wake Forest Invite(22:38) Chloe Forrester Runs 4:05 (1500) for Bryan Clay Invite Title(27:58) Salma Elbadra Runs 4:05.85 for NCAA #5 All-Time 1500m Mark(34:12) Kazimierska & Barnett Impress with Weekend Double Performances(36:19) Doris Lemngole Breaks Own NCAA Steeple Record With 9:10.13 Performance(41:39) Geoffrey Kirwa Runs NCAA #2 All-Time Steeple Mark of 8:13(47:26) Pamela Kosgei Narrowly Takes Down Lexy Halladay-Lowry in 5k Battle(49:31) Jane Hedengren Puts The Entire NCAA on High Alert for Next Season With 14:57 (5k)(53:47) Dylan Schubert Holds Off Cheruiyot to Win by 0.02 in Nail-Biting Thriller➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵thestridereport.com⁠➤ Instagram 📸https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/➤ TikTok ♪https://www.tiktok.com/@thestridereport➤ Twitter / X 🧵https://x.com/TheStrideReport➤ Threads 🪡https://www.threads.net/@thestridereportPodcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week’s episode of the Blue Oval Podcast, Garrett and guest host Finn Birnie dive into major transfer news around the NCAA distance scene. Thomas Boyden is officially heading to BYU, while Chloe Thomas enters the transfer portal as a grad student. On the track, Lauren Tolbert stuns with a 2:01 (800) win on her home track, Camden Law throws down a 1:46.89 (800) mark in Texas, and Peter Visser clocks a converted 3:38 (1500) performance! The guys also highlight Doris Lemngole’s 4:09 (1500) PR, Michale Mireles’ move to Oregon, and ask whether or not Diana Cherotich could catch up to Pamela Kosgei’s meteoric rise. Be sure to listen, subscribe and review!(2:07) Lauren Tolbert Run 2:01 (800) on Home Track for Upset Win(7:18) Camden Law Runs 1:46.89 (800) for Overall Win Over Deep Field in Texas(12:29) Peter Visser Runs Converted 3:38 (1500)(15:15) Doris Lemngole Runs 4:09 (1500) PR(19:57) Chloe Thomas Enters Transfer Portal as Graduate Student(24:47) Thomas Boyden Transfers to BYU(27:41) Michale Mireles Leaves UCLA to Join Oregon(32:49) Could Diana Cherotich Catch Pamela Kosgei’s Development?(35:44) Transfer Portal Match Maker(42:37) Confidence Index: Guess the Score➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵thestridereport.com⁠➤ Instagram 📸https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/➤ TikTok ♪https://www.tiktok.com/@thestridereport➤ Twitter / X 🧵https://x.com/TheStrideReport➤ Threads 🪡https://www.threads.net/@thestridereportPodcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week’s episode of the Blue Oval Podcast, Ben and Garrett recap another electric slate of performances as Pamela Kosgei continues her dominance, running the NCAA #2 all-time steeplechase mark with a stunning time of 9:15.93! Meanwhile, Chloe Foerster threw down a 4:07 (1500) effort and followed it up with a 2:00 (800) PR. Over at Stanford, Evans Kurui led a historic 10k with 12 total men breaking 28 minutes. The guys also highlight Diana Cherotich’s 31:45 (10k) effort, Jenna Hutchins’ 15:16 (5k) PR, and Tinoda Matsatsa’s 1:45.05 (800) win at the Florida Relays! Tune-in for all the latest from a wild weekend on the track and be sure to subscribe and review!(2:09) Pamela Kosgei Runs NCAA #2 All-Time Steeple Mark of 9:15.93(5:58) Chloe Foerster Demolishes Field With 4:07 (1500) Performance, Follows Up With 2:00 (800) Mark(10:13) Evans Kurui Runs 27:37 (10k) as 11 Other Men Run Under 28:00 at Stanford(21:27) Diana Cherotich’s 31:45 (10k) Lands Her at NCAA #9 All-Time(27:45) Jenna Hutchins Drops 15:16 (5k) Performance to Claim Win at Stanford(31:14) Kosgei Edges Kipngok in Tight Steeple Race as Both Men Run 8:22(37:43) Tinoda Matsatsa Runs 1:45.05 to Claim 800m Win at Florida Relays(45:40) Best of the Rest Results Round-up➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵thestridereport.com⁠➤ Instagram 📸https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/➤ TikTok ♪https://www.tiktok.com/@thestridereport➤ Twitter / X 🧵https://x.com/TheStrideReport➤ Threads 🪡https://www.threads.net/@thestridereportPodcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week’s episode of the Blue Oval Podcast, Ben and Garrett break down a historic weekend on the track as Liam Murphy, Marco Langon and Gary Martin each break the NCAA 1500m record in a thrilling race! Plus, both Ishmael Kipkurui and Habtom Samuel take down the NCAA 10k record on the opposite coast! On the women’s side, Margot Appleton, Grace Hartman, and Pamela Kosgei deliver jaw-dropping performances over 1500 meters and the 10k. The guys also highlight Drew Rogers’ breakout race, Kristian Imroth’s steeplechase statement and Angelina Napoleon’s massive PR. Don’t miss this recap of an incredibly fast weekend and be sure to subscribe and review!(2:47) Murphy, Langon & Martin Break NCAA 1500m Record(13:39) How Fast Could the Men’s 1500m Get?(19:00) Ishmael Kipkurui Breaks NCAA 10k Record(29:43) Margot Appleton Runs 4:05 (1500) Mark For NCAA #4 All-Time(32:45) Grace Hartman Runs NCAA #4 All-Time 31:20 (10k)(39:39) Pamela Kosgei Runs 31:02 For NCAA #2 All-Time 10k Mark(43:18) Drew Rogers Runs 28:14 to Stake Claim as All-American Contender(45:46) Kristian Imroth Secures Statement Steeple Win via 8:33 Performance(51:24) Angelina Napoleon Runs 9:34 Steeple PR For Huge Win➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵thestridereport.com⁠➤ Instagram 📸https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/➤ TikTok ♪https://www.tiktok.com/@thestridereport➤ Twitter / X 🧵https://x.com/TheStrideReport➤ Threads 🪡https://www.threads.net/@thestridereportPodcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week’s episode of the Blue Oval Podcast, Ben and Garrett break down TSR’s 2025 D1 Indoor End of Season Award nominees and give out some of their own votes! From “Best Freshman” to “Most Improved” to our prestigious “Most Valuable Runner (MVR)” awards, the guys debate the top contenders and highlight the biggest performances of the season. But before all of that, Ben and Garrett discuss Tabitha Ngao’s provisional suspension and it’s potential impact. Tune-in for all the analysis and standout moments from the 2025 NCAA indoor track season and be sure to subscribe and review!(2:33)Tabitha Ngao Provisionally Suspended By ADAK(13:57) Best Freshman Nominees (Men)(18:30) Best Freshman Nominees (Women)(25:10) Most Improved Nominees (Men)(32:41) Most Improved Nominees (Women)(38:21) Best Performance Nominees (Men)(44:10) Best Performance Nominees (Women)(49:02) Best Distance Coach Nominees (Men)(52:54) Best Distance Coach Nominees (Women)(59:54) MVR Nominees (Men)(1:02:36) MVR Nominees (Women)➤ SUBSCRIBE! 👇https://www.youtube.com/@thestridereport➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵thestridereport.com⁠➤ Instagram 📸https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/➤ TikTok ♪https://www.tiktok.com/@thestridereport➤ Twitter / X 🧵https://x.com/TheStrideReport➤ Threads 🪡https://www.threads.net/@thestridereportPodcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week’s episode of the Blue Oval Podcast, Ben and Garrett recap an unforgettable weekend at the NCAA Indoor Championships! The Strand vs Martin showdown in the DMR and 3k delivered on all the hype, while Doris Lemngole and Brian Musau stole the show in the 5k! The guys break down Wilma Nielsen’s mile win, Matthew Erickson’s big upset, and the chaos in the women’s 800 meters where Makayla Paige emerged victorious! Tune-in for all the reactions from a wild championship weekend and be sure to subscribe and review!(2:39) Doris Lemngole Edges Lexy Halladay-Lowry for 5k Gold(9:11) Brian Musau Upsets Habtom Samuel for NCAA 5k Title(16:55) BYU Women Do It Again, Claim DMR Glory(23:11) Gary Martin & Virginia Edge Ethan Strand & North Carolina in DMR(30:17) Wilma Nielsen Runs 4:32 to Take Home Mile Title(35:47) Abel Teffra Shocks Nathan Green for Upset Gold in the Mile(41:01) Makayla Paige Claims 800m Title as Prelims Spark Havoc(48:19) Matthew Erickson Outkicks Favorites to Snatch 800m Gold(55:00) Ceili McCabe Finally Claims First NCAA Title with 3k Win(1:02:07) Ethan Strand Gets Payback for DMR Loss via 3k Win➤ SUBSCRIBE! 👇https://www.youtube.com/@thestridereport➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵thestridereport.com⁠➤ Instagram 📸https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/➤ TikTok ♪https://www.tiktok.com/@thestridereport➤ Twitter / X 🧵https://x.com/TheStrideReport➤ Threads 🪡https://www.threads.net/@thestridereportPodcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

☁️ INTERVIEW PRESENTED BY On! ☁️SUBSCRIBE! 👇youtube.com/@thestridereport➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵https://www.thestridereport.com/➤ Spotify 🎧https://open.spotify.com/show/5yc4MRA...➤ Apple Podcasts 🍎https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...➤ Instagram 📸https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/➤ TikTok ♪https://www.tiktok.com/@thestridereport➤ Twitter / X 🆇https://x.com/TheStrideReport⁠➤ Threads 🧵https://www.threads.net/@thestridereport🗣️ We have a THIRD and final bonus episode! As part of our latest partnership with On, The Stride Report was able to chat with Washington and On NIL athlete, Amina Maatoug! The Husky standout was able to chat about her transition from Duke to Washington, fasting during Ramadan before the NCAA Indoor Championships and her recent return to top form. 🏃🏻‍♂️💨(0:45) Amina's experience as an On NIL athlete(2:07) Coming back from injury & returning top form(3:19) Transition from Duke to Washington(3:59) Could Amina run in the DMR at the national meet?(4:57) Observing Ramadan leading up to national meet(7:02) Learning curves upon joining Washington(8:15) Specific Coach Powell training aspects(9:18) What is Amina's best event?(10:15) Competing in historically loaded national meet mile field(11:33) Recent rise of teammate Chloe Foerster(12:37) Describing Amina's racing style(13:45) Impact of prior national meet performances on approach for 2025 NCAA Indoor Championships(15:20) How much emphasis on studying opponents Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

☁️ INTERVIEW PRESENTED BY On! ☁️SUBSCRIBE! 👇youtube.com/@thestridereport➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵https://www.thestridereport.com/➤ Spotify 🎧https://open.spotify.com/show/5yc4MRA...➤ Apple Podcasts 🍎https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...➤ Instagram 📸https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/➤ TikTok ♪https://www.tiktok.com/@thestridereport➤ Twitter / X 🆇https://x.com/TheStrideReport⁠➤ Threads 🧵https://www.threads.net/@thestridereport🗣️ We have ANOTHER a bonus episode! As part of our latest partnership with On, The Stride Report was able to chat with Wake Forest standout and On NIL athlete, Rocky Hansen! The Demon Deacon ace offered an awesome interview with talks of the upcoming NCAA Indoor Championships, the incredibly bright future of Wake Forest's distance program and the challenges Hansen has had staying healthy. 🏃🏻‍♂️💨(0:39) Rocky Hansen's experience working with On(3:31) Mindset going into the NCAA Indoor Championships(4:51) Can Hansen win NCAA gold?(6:32) Was there any potential that Hansen would go all-in for the DMR?(8:55) Who will take over for Rocky in DMR at NCAA Indoor Championships?(9:18) Experience training with JoJo Jourdon(11:33) Maturity of Wake Forest's youth -- "Baby Brigade"(15:09) Recent rise of teammate Luke Tewalt(17:43) Why did Rocky not compete in the 3k this winter?(19:36) Challenges with staying healthy & end of 2024 XC season(25:20) How has Hansen reached such an elite level this quickly? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week’s episode of the Blue Oval Podcast, Ben and Garrett preview the biggest storylines heading into NCAA Indoors. Will we see a thrilling 3k showdown between Ethan Strand & Gary Martin? Can Juliette Whittaker out-duel Michaela Rose over 800 meters? Plus, the guys discuss their favorites, sleepers, and wild cards in the 5k, 3k, mile, 800 meters and DMR on both the men’s and women’s sides. Tune-in for all the insights and bold predictions ahead of championship weekend and be sure to subscribe and review!(4:10) Men’s 5k Favorites(8:16) Men’s 5k Sleepers(10:44) Men’s 5k Wild Cards(14:45) Women’s 5k Favorites(18:12) Women’s 5k Sleepers(20:26) Women’s 5k Wild Cards(24:25) Men’s DMR Favorites(27:06) Men’s DMR Sleepers(28:58) Men’s DMR Wild Cards(31:34) Women’s DMR Favorites(35:19) Women’s DMR Sleepers(36:39) Women’s DMR Wild Cards(38:10) Men’s Mile Favorites(40:05) Men’s Mile Sleepers(43:11) Men’s Mile Wild Cards(44:19) Women’s Mile Favorites(47:51) Women’s Mile Sleepers & Wild Cards(49:55) Men’s 800M Favorites(51:52) Men’s 800M Sleepers & Wild Cards(54:49) Women’s 800M Favorites(55:52) Women’s 800M Sleepers & Wild Cards(59:02) Men’s 3k Favorites(59:51) Men’s 3k Sleepers(1:01:40) Men’s 3k Wild Cards(1:03:13) Women’s 3k Favorites(1:04:50) Women’s 3k Sleepers(1:06:13) Women’s 3k Wild Cards➤ SUBSCRIBE! 👇https://www.youtube.com/@thestridereport➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵thestridereport.com⁠➤ Instagram 📸https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/➤ TikTok ♪https://www.tiktok.com/@thestridereport➤ Twitter / X 🧵https://x.com/TheStrideReport➤ Threads 🪡https://www.threads.net/@thestridereportPodcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

☁️ INTERVIEW PRESENTED BY On! ☁️SUBSCRIBE! 👇youtube.com/@thestridereport➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵https://www.thestridereport.com/➤ Spotify 🎧https://open.spotify.com/show/5yc4MRA...➤ Apple Podcasts 🍎https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...➤ Instagram 📸https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/➤ TikTok ♪https://www.tiktok.com/@thestridereport➤ Twitter / X 🆇https://x.com/TheStrideReport⁠➤ Threads 🧵https://www.threads.net/@thestridereport🗣️ We have a bonus episode! As part of our latest partnership with On, The Stride Report was able to chat with Stanford's Juliette Whittaker and Arkansas' Isabella Whittaker, both of whom are On NIL athletes! The middle distance duo chatted about their national title hopes for next weekend, their experience at the Olympic Games and watching the success of their fellow sibling! 🏃‍♀️ 💨(1:49) Bella Whittaker's first season as an On NIL athlete(3:10) Juliette Whittaker's experience as an On NIL athlete for the last year and a half(4:44) More nerve wracking: Racing at NCAA Championships or watching Juliette compete at Olympics?(6:04) Juliette's emotions going through the Olympic Games(8:24) Juliette's reaction to Bella running 2:02 in her first-ever 800m race(9:50) Will Bella compete in 800m again?(11:12) Arkansas' success over 800m(12:58) Juliette to come back for the DMR?(13:28) Juliette's dynamic with fellow 800m star Roisin Willis(15:30) Bella's reaction to running 49.90 (400m) & recent rise in fitness(19:01) Bella's upcoming battle with Aaliyah Butler over 400m(20:46) Juliette's upcoming battle with Michaela Rose over 800m(22:43) Bella' favorite cheesesteak place in Philadelphia Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week’s episode of the Blue Oval Podcast, Garrett is joined by special guests Rachel Hickey and Mike McKean to break down conference championship weekend! Rachel and Garrett discuss the standout women’s performances, from Paityn Noe’s historic 5k to Michaela Rose’s and Tia Wilson’s thrilling victories. Meanwhile, Mike and Garrett dive into the men’s results, highlighting Aidan McCarthy’s NCAA #3 all-time mark over 800 meters with his 1:45.19 PR and the exciting finishes from Tinoda Matsatsa, Lloyd Frilot, and more. Tune-in for all the highlights and a deep dive into McCarthy’s title hopes as the NCAA Indoor Championships approach. Be sure to listen, review and subscribe!(4:24) Paityn Noe Runs 15:11 (5k) for NCAA #7 All-Time(9:26) Michaela Rose Edges Sanu Jallow as Both Women Run 2:00 (800)(14:40) Alex Millard Edges Chloe Scrimgeour with 8:50 (3k) Performance(21:37) Chloe Foerster Outleans Hayley Kitching for BIG 10 Title Over 800m(26:40) Fanny Arendt Takes 800m Win Over Michaela Clark at BIG 12 Championships(31:55) Tia Wilson Runs 4:30 to Snatch SEC Mile Title from Lorena Rangel Batres(37:42) Aidan McCarthy Runs NCAA #3 All-Time 800m with 1:45.19 Mark(41:31) Tinoda Matsatsa Runs 1:46 to Win BIG East 800m Title(44:21) Oregon’s Erickson & Kidali Finish 1-2 at BIG 10 Championships Over 800m(50:01) Lloyd Frilot Wins BIG 12 Title (800) Over Stacked Field(52:25) Gary Martin Wins ACC 3k Title with 7:36 Performance(59:10) Daelen Ackley Claims ACC Mile in Upset Win(1:01:51) Drew Rogers Stuns the SEC with Huge Kick to Claim 3k Title➤ SUBSCRIBE! 👇https://www.youtube.com/@thestridereport➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵thestridereport.com⁠➤ Instagram 📸https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/➤ TikTok ♪https://www.tiktok.com/@thestridereport➤ Twitter / X 🧵https://x.com/TheStrideReport➤ Threads 🪡https://www.threads.net/@thestridereportPodcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week’s episode of the Blue Oval Podcast, Ben and Garrett break down a historic DMR weekend and discuss how it could reshape the NCAA Championship picture. They dive into the Oregon women’s NCAA record, Virginia’s men’s DMR dominance, and whether Princeton could go all-in for the national title. Plus, they analyze key mile, 3k, and 800m performances, including Colin Sahlman and Drew Bosley’s converted sub-7:39 (3k) performances and standout 800-meter runs from Star Price, Tabitha Ngao, Yukichi Ishii, and Olivier Desmeules! Tune-in for all the biggest takeaways from an action-packed weekend on the track and be sure to subscribe and review!(2:43) Oregon Women Run NCAA Record of 10:42 (DMR)(5:36) North Carolina Women Run 10:44 (DMR)(10:21) Georgetown and Harvard Women Finish 3rd and 4th at Boston U. (DMR)(11:07) Could Providence Focus on Individual Events Instead of DMR?(16:19) Wake Forest Men Edge UNC at the Line in Boston (DMR)(21:13) Could Princeton Go All-In for the DMR Title?(27:17) Georgetown & Virginia Tech Men Each Run 9:19 (DMR)(30:37) Wisconsin Men Narrowly Edge Out Texas A&M and BYU (DMR)(34:41) Virginia Men Run NCAA Record of 9:14.19 (DMR)(35:38) Does Oregon Possess a Potential National Title-Winning Men’s DMR?(37:08) Will Iowa State or Arkansas Chase a DMR Qualifying Spot? (Men)(38:18) Amina Maatoug & Chloe Foerster Run 4:26 (Mile)(47:19) Men’s Mile National Qualifying Picture(50:21) Sahlman Runs Converted 7:37, Bosley Runs Converted 7:38(55:56) Star Price & Tabitha Ngao Run 2:01 (800m)(58:19) Ishii & Desmeules Run 1:46 (800m)➤ SUBSCRIBE! 👇https://www.youtube.com/@thestridereport➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵thestridereport.com⁠➤ Instagram 📸https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/➤ TikTok ♪https://www.tiktok.com/@thestridereport➤ Twitter / X 🧵https://x.com/TheStrideReport➤ Threads 🪡https://www.threads.net/@thestridereportPodcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week’s episode of the Blue Oval Podcast, Ben and Garrett break down what might be the greatest NCAA mile race we’ve ever seen. The guys analyze Silan Ayyildiz’s record-breaking 4:23 performance and what it means for the women’s mile landscape. They also dive into Tinoda Matsatsa’s 1:45.21 (800) effort, Colin Sahlman’s tactical win, and historic performances from Juliette Whittaker, Sanu Jallow, and Doris Lemngole. Plus, they discuss standout DMR showings from BYU’s women and Washington’s men, along with key 3k and 5k performances across the country! Tune-in for all the insights from an unforgettable weekend on the track and remember to subscribe and review!(3:05) Silan Ayyildiz Runs NCAA Record 4:23 Mile(6:51) Women’s Mile Landscape(14:31) Tinoda Matsatsa Runs NCAA #3 All-Time 1:45.21 (800m)(19:31) Colin Sahlman Rides Late Kick to 800m Victory(21:19) Juliette Whittaker and Sanu Jallow Run NCAA All-Time 800m Times(27:25) Halladay-Lowry and Chamberlain Run 8:40 (3k)(29:36) Doris Lemngole Runs NCAA #5 All-Time 3k in Boston(34:02) Men’s Husky Classic 3k(38:09) BYU Women Run 10:37 to Beat Out Stanford, NAU, Washington & Utah in DMR(42:35) Washington Men Run Fastest DMR Time Ever(45:10) Lucy Jenks Finishes as Top Collegian in Boston with 15:15 (5k)(46:57) Dan Watcke Runs NCAA #3 All-Time 2:17 (1000m)(49:13) Aidan McCarthy, Steven Jackson, and Harrison Witt Run 3:52 (Mile)➤ SUBSCRIBE! 👇https://www.youtube.com/@thestridereport➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵thestridereport.com⁠➤ Instagram 📸https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/➤ TikTok ♪https://www.tiktok.com/@thestridereport➤ Twitter / X 🧵https://x.com/TheStrideReport➤ Threads 🪡https://www.threads.net/@thestridereportPodcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week’s Blue Oval Podcast, Ben and Garrett discuss the newly announced Swoosh Track Club and its potential impact on the NCAA. They also break down Gary Martin’s stunning 3:48 mile at the Millrose Games, Wilma Nielsen’s continued success and big-time performances from Liam Murphy, Marco Langon and Abel Teffra. Plus, Smilla Kolbe sets a program record over 800 meters, Virginia Tech men impress and, of course, the Eagles take home the Super Bowl win. Don’t miss all the latest NCAA track action and be sure to subscribe and review!(2:19) Nike Announces Swoosh Track Club(8:33) Gary Martin Throws Down NCAA #2 All-time 3:48 Mile at Milrose Games(18:04) Wilma Nielsen Runs 4:25 Mile AGAIN(22:06) Liam Murphy & Marco Langon Both Enter NCAA All-Time 3k List(27:09) Abel Teffra Runs NCAA #8 All-Time Mile Mark of 3:52(32:00) Smilla Kolbe Runs Program Record of 2:02 (800)(34:09) Virginia Tech Men Show Out With Three Big Performances(40:30) Go Birds 🦅➤ SUBSCRIBE! 👇https://www.youtube.com/@thestridereport➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵thestridereport.com⁠➤ Instagram 📸https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/➤ TikTok ♪https://www.tiktok.com/@thestridereport➤ Twitter / X 🧵https://x.com/TheStrideReport➤ Threads 🪡https://www.threads.net/@thestridereportPodcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week’s Blue Oval Podcast, Ben and Garrett try to process Ethan Strand’s jaw-dropping 3:48 mile which is a new NCAA record! The guys break down other standout performances, including BYU’s dominant weekend, 3:52 mile efforts from Fouad Messaoudi and Simeon Birnbaum, and Amy Bunnage’s 8:43 (3k) alongside Kimberley May. Plus, Romain Legendre stuns with a 13:02 (5k) mark, Bella Pietrasiewicz climbs the NCAA all-time 1k ranks, and top 800m showings were scattered throughout the country. Tune-in for all the reactions and analysis from another electric weekend on the track and don’t forget to subscribe and review! (2:49) Ethan Strand Runs 3:48 Mile to Set NCAA Record (10:46) BYU Women Show Out With Three Huge Performances (16:21) Messaoudi & Birnbaum Run 3:52 Mile Times (19:15) Women’s Mile Performances to Note (23:13) Amy Bunnage Runs 8:43 (3k), Kimberley May Runs 8:44 (27:48) Romain Legendre Shocks Field in Boston With 13:02 (5k) Performance (34:09) Men’s 800m Performances (38:05) Bella Pietrasiewicz Runs NCAA #3 All-Time Mark of 2:39 Over 1000m (43:49) Women’s 800m Terrier Classic Performances ➤ SUBSCRIBE! 👇 https://www.youtube.com/@thestridereport ➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵 thestridereport.com⁠ ➤ Instagram 📸 https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/ ➤ Twitter / X 🧵 https://x.com/TheStrideReport ➤ Threads 🪡 https://www.threads.net/@thestridereport Podcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week’s episode of the Blue Oval Podcast, Ben and Garrett debate Wilma Nielsen’s NCAA title chances after her incredible NCAA #3 all-time mile performance against Katelyn Tuohy. They highlight standout performances, including Grace Hartman’s converted 15:12 (5k), Abdullahi Hassan’s blazing 1:45 (800m), and Emanuel Galdino’s eye-popping 3:55/1:47 double. The guys then dive into the yearly tradition of setting NCAA qualifying over/under lines, breaking down the men’s and women’s mid-distance, distance, and DMR events. Don’t miss all the stats, predictions, and in-depth analysis and remember to subscribe and review! (2:49) Wilma Nielsen Battles Tuohy to the Line with NCAA #3 All-Time Mile Mark (7:59) Grace Hartman Runs Converted 15:12 (5k) to Make Her Case as an All-American Lock (10:31) Abdullahi Hassan Runs 1:45 for NCAA #6 All-Time Over 800m (14:59) Marco Langon Claims Victory Over Teammate Liam Murphy & UVA’s Gary Martin with Huge Kick (18:25) Kiprotich Holds Off the Field at Altitude, Runs 3:53 Converted Mile (20:57) Emanuel Galdino Puts NCAA on Notice with 3:55/1:47 Double in Less Than Five Hours (24:04) Performance Quick Hits (25:27) Men’s 800m Over/Under (28:08) Women’s 800m Over/Under (30:43) Men’s Mile Over/Under (33:46) Women’s Mile Over/Under (36:39) Men’s 3k Over/Under (39:21) Women’s 3k Over/Under (42:14) Men’s 5k Over/Under (45:33) Women’s 5k Over/Under (48:57) Men’s DMR Over/Under (51:25) Women’s DMR Over/Under ➤ SUBSCRIBE! 👇 https://www.youtube.com/@thestridereport ➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵 thestridereport.com⁠ ➤ Instagram 📸 https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/ ➤ Twitter / X 🧵 https://x.com/TheStrideReport ➤ Threads 🪡 https://www.threads.net/@thestridereport Podcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week’s episode of the Blue Oval Podcast, Ben and Garrett recap another record-shattering weekend, headlined by Tinoda Matsatsa resetting his own NCAA 1k record with a blistering 2:16 mark. The guys also dive into Nathan Green’s incredible 3:50 mile PR, Washington’s dominance with nine total sub-4:00 miles, and Laura Pellicoro’s historic 1000-meter performance. All of that and so much more was analyzed in our latest episode! Be sure to rate, review and subscribe! (2:59) Tinoda Matatsa Breaks Own NCAA 1k Record With 2:16 Mark (8:47) Nine Washington Men Run Sub-4:00 Miles (16:38) Laura Pellicoro Becomes Fastest Collegian Over 1000m (21:19) Hayley Kitching Clocks 2:39 PR Over 1000m (23:38) Reece Sharman-Newell & Isaiah Givens Run Sub-4:00 Miles at Altitude (27:11) Alex Carlson Runs 4:27 Converted Mile (30:08) Ford Washburn Runs Converted 3:55 Mile (32:30) Thomas Boyden Runs 7:41 (3k) & 3:57 (Mile) (35:24) Washington Grad Transfer Duo Drop Pair of 1:46 800m Performances (38:46) Smallwood & Desmeules Climb Penn State All-Time 800m Ranks via 1:46 Marks (40:59) Rapid Fire Round-Up ➤ SUBSCRIBE! 👇 https://www.youtube.com/@thestridereport ➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵 thestridereport.com⁠ ➤ Instagram 📸 https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/ ➤ Twitter / X 🧵 https://x.com/TheStrideReport ➤ Threads 🪡 https://www.threads.net/@thestridereport Podcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this solo episode of the Blue Oval Podcast, Garrett dives into the biggest questions heading into the NCAA indoor track season! Could both the men’s and women’s NCAA mile records fall this winter? Is there a true national title favorite for the men’s 800 meters? Garrett later chats about Oklahoma State’s dominance in the DMR, and top contenders for the women’s DMR crown. With plenty of names to watch and a handful of predictions, this episode has a little bit of everything — be sure to rate, subscribe and review! (3:18) Who Should Be the NCAA Title Favorite in the Men’s 800m? (10:48) Lots to Like in the Women’s 3k (15:53) Could the Men’s Indoor Mile Record Fall this Winter? (21:49) Is the Men’s DMR NCAA Title Oklahoma State’s to Lose…Again? (24:46) It’s a Four-Horse Race for the Women’s DMR National Title (28:06) Are We Due for a New Indoor Women’s Mile Record? (32:04) Garrett’s Names to Watch (Women) (39:03) Garrett’s Names to Watch (Men) ➤ SUBSCRIBE! 👇 ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@thestridereport⁠ ➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵 ⁠thestridereport.com⁠⁠ ➤ Instagram 📸 ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/⁠ ➤ Twitter / X 🧵 ⁠https://x.com/TheStrideReport⁠ ➤ Threads 🪡 ⁠https://www.threads.net/@thestridereport Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week’s episode of the Blue Oval Podcast, Ben and Garrett dive into the latest shakeup around the country. First, the guys chat about the NCAA granting extra eligibility to former JUCO and NAIA athletes and the potential consequences of that waiver. Then, the guys go through a large handful of transfer headlines such as Zouhair Redouane joining Tennessee, Ole Miss landing a slew of distance standouts and Dylan Throop signing with Notre Dame. Give it a listen and be sure to leave a rating and review as well! (1:41) NCAA Grants Eligibility Waiver to Former JUCO Athletes* (11:10) Zouhair Redouane Transfers to Tennessee (15:40) Greta Karinauskaite Joins Ole Miss (20:05) Dylan Throop Signs With Notre Dame as Grad Transfer (23:57) Mia Cochran Signs With Washington (26:24) Kidus Misgina & Lukas Ehrle Transfer to Ole Miss (31:03) Georgia Begins Investment in Distance Runners (34:06) Agnes McTighe Transfers to Northern Arizona (35:47) Derebe Ayele Joins NAU from Israel (38:09) Janet Jepkemoi Goes From Kenya to Kentucky ➤ SUBSCRIBE! 👇 ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@thestridereport⁠ ➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵 ⁠thestridereport.com⁠⁠ ➤ Instagram 📸 ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/⁠ ➤ Twitter / X 🧵 ⁠https://x.com/TheStrideReport⁠ ➤ Threads 🪡 ⁠https://www.threads.net/@thestridereport Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Phew! What an incredible year! 2024 was an absolute thriller as we got to see numerous collegiate records being broken and all-time superstars competing in their prime. On today's episode of the Blue Oval Podcast, Garrett and Ben went back and chose to highlight their favorite discussions from the entirety of 2024. As your listening, don't forget to rate, review and subscribe! (2:28) Nico Young Runs 3:48 Altitude Converted Mile (12:19) Crazy Men's 1500m Prelims at the NCAA Championships (21:39) Maia Ramsden Wins NCAA 1500m Gold (27:18) The Ever-Changing NCAA Landscape (39:12) Parker Valby's 14:52 (5k) NCAA Record En Route to Gold (44:04) Noah Lyles Wins Olympic Gold Over 100m (48:12) Nico Young Runs 12:57 (5k) NCAA Record (57:29) Cole Hocker Wins Olympic Gold Over 1500m (1:03:52) Parker Valby Runs 30:50 (10k) NCAA Record (1:11:07) Coach Mike Smith to Leave NAU (1:25:09) Hilda Olemomoi Enters Transfer Portal (1:31:52) Crazy 3k Performances at Boston U. ➤ SUBSCRIBE! 👇 ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@thestridereport⁠⁠ ➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵 ⁠⁠thestridereport.com⁠⁠⁠ ➤ Instagram 📸 ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/⁠⁠ ➤ Twitter / X 🧵 ⁠⁠https://x.com/TheStrideReport⁠⁠ ➤ Threads 🪡 ⁠⁠https://www.threads.net/@thestridereport Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome back to the Blue Oval Podcast! This week, Ben and Garrett sit down to chat about Parker Valby winning The Bowerman, ending the drought among distance runners. After that, we brought back our TSR mailbag! The guys comb through a wide variety of different topics ranging from NCAA drug testing, how often TSR analysts argue with each other and the still-unfolding international recruiting landscape. Go take a listen and be sure to rate, review and subscribe! (2:41) Parker Valby Wins The Bowerman (8:45) How Can We Make Pro XC More Popular? (13:17) NCAA Drug Testing Frequency (18:30) Women's 2025 DMR Predictions (24:05) NCAA XC Programs On The Rise (27:02) How Often Do TSR Analysts Argue With Each Other? (31:15) Best Coaches Discussion (39:33) International Recruiting Discussion ➤ SUBSCRIBE! 👇 ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@thestridereport⁠ ➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵 ⁠thestridereport.com⁠⁠ ➤ Instagram 📸 ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/⁠ ➤ Twitter / X 🧵 ⁠https://x.com/TheStrideReport⁠ ➤ Threads 🪡 ⁠https://www.threads.net/@thestridereport Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week’s episode of the Blue Oval Podcast, Ben and Garrett discuss a flurry of NCAA distance running news, headlined by Graham Blanks signing a pro deal with New Balance, Florida landing standout transfer Juliet Cherubet and New Mexico signing an elite superstar in Ishmael Kipkurui! The guys dive also into other major moves around the country including Phoebe Anderson, Oklahoma’s Kenyan recruits, Mia Cochran and many more! Don’t miss all the latest updates and remember to subscribe and review! (2:35) Graham Blanks Signs Pro Deal With New Balance (6:03) Ishmael Kipkurui Signs With New Mexico (14:32) Juliet Cherubet Signs With Florida (18:28) Phoebe Anderson Enters Transfer Portal (24:32) Mia Cochran Enters Transfer Portal (31:49) Oklahoma Lands Three Kenyan Recruits (35:11) Linus Chepkochei Joins Virginia Tech (38:45) Edwin Kiprono & Gideon Kiplimo Enter Transfer Portal (42:22) Adam Burlison Signs With Texas Tech (45:42) Virginia Tech Adds the Lindner Sisters (47:49) Wingate Trio Enters Transfer Portal (50:12) Bennett Booth-Genthe & Marie Celie Warneke Sign With UCLA ➤ SUBSCRIBE! 👇 https://www.youtube.com/@thestridereport ➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵 thestridereport.com⁠ ➤ Instagram 📸 https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/ ➤ Twitter / X 🧵 https://x.com/TheStrideReport ➤ Threads 🪡 https://www.threads.net/@thestridereport Podcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week’s episode of the Blue Oval Podcast, Ben and Garrett break down what was likely the greatest NCAA 3k race ever with Ethan Strand and Parker Wolfe smashing records the collegiate records (along with Yaseen Abdalla and Gary Martin). The guys also discuss Graham Blanks’ sub-13:00 (5k) win, Doris Lemngole and Hilda Olemomoi’s historic 5k performances, and standout 3k times from Shannon Flockhart and Ceili McCabe. The episode wraps up with highlights from exciting mile and 800-meter races, including Wilma Nielsen, Ali Ince, Tinoda Matsatsa and Meghan Hunter. Tune-in for all the analysis from an unforgettable weekend on the track and be sure to subscribe and review! (46:55) Meghan Hunter Edges Out Sophia Gorriaran in Boston U. 800-Meter Battle(4:33) BYU Men Claim NCAA Title Over Iowa State (15:01) Arkansas’ Depth Issues Result in 3rd Place (17:30) Wisconsin Men Capitalize on Home Course Advantage for 4th Place (20:49) David Mularkey Leads NAU Men to 5th Place Finish (22:39) Fascinating Results from the Men’s Race (27:27) Graham Blanks Goes Back-to-Back for Individual Gold (30:16) Habtom Samuel Finishes 2nd With One Shoe (32:02) Dylan Schubert Impresses With 3rd Place Finish (35:50) BYU Women Edge West Virginia for NCAA Championship Gold (42:36) May, Millard & Flockhart Propel Providence to 3rd Place (45:59) NAU Women Underperform with 4th Place Finish (48:05) Oregon Women Disappointed by 5th Place Result (52:19) Notable Team Performances in the Women’s Race (58:03) Doris Lemngole Dominates for Individual Title Victory ➤ SUBSCRIBE! 👇 https://www.youtube.com/@thestridereport ➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵 thestridereport.com⁠ ➤ Instagram 📸 https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/ ➤ Twitter / X 🧵 https://x.com/TheStrideReport ➤ Threads 🪡 https://www.threads.net/@thestridereport Podcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week’s episode of the Blue Oval Podcast, Ben and Garrett hand out their “End-of-Season Awards” for the NCAA cross country season! From standout freshmen and most improved athletes to the best performances and top coaches, the guys spotlight the season’s biggest achievers. The episode wraps up with a discussion about the ultimate honors: Most Valuable Runner for both the men and women. Don’t miss this celebration of the best in NCAA cross country and remember to subscribe and review! (3:09) Best Freshmen Nominees (Men) (10:42) Best Freshmen Nominees (Women) (14:23) Most Improved Nominees (Men) (21:07) Most Improved Nominees (Women) (27:37) Best Performance Nominees (Men) (31:48) Best Performance Nominees (Women) (34:05) Best Cross Country Coach Nominees (Men) (38:18) Best Cross Country Coach Nominees (Women) (44:12) Most Valuable Runner (Men) (45:56) Most Valuable Runner (Women) ➤ SUBSCRIBE! 👇 https://www.youtube.com/@thestridereport ➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵 thestridereport.com⁠ ➤ Instagram 📸 https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/ ➤ Twitter / X 🧵 https://x.com/TheStrideReport ➤ Threads 🪡 https://www.threads.net/@thestridereport Podcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week’s episode of the Blue Oval Podcast, Ben and Garrett recap an unforgettable NCAA XC Championship! They break down BYU’s historic team sweep of the men’s and women’s titles, Graham Blanks’ back-to-back individual wins and Doris Lemngole’s commanding individual victory. The guys dive into standout performances, surprising results, and teams who fell short. Tune-in for all the analysis and insights from the biggest race of the year and remember to subscribe and review! (4:33) BYU Men Claim NCAA Title Over Iowa State (15:01) Arkansas’ Depth Issues Result in 3rd Place (17:30) Wisconsin Men Capitalize on Home Course Advantage for 4th Place (20:49) David Mularkey Leads NAU Men to 5th Place Finish (22:39) Fascinating Results from the Men’s Race (27:27) Graham Blanks Goes Back-to-Back for Individual Gold (30:16) Habtom Samuel Finishes 2nd With One Shoe (32:02) Dylan Schubert Impresses With 3rd Place Finish (35:50) BYU Women Edge West Virginia for NCAA Championship Gold (42:36) May, Millard & Flockhart Propel Providence to 3rd Place (45:59) NAU Women Underperform with 4th Place Finish (48:05) Oregon Women Disappointed by 5th Place Result (52:19) Notable Team Performances in the Women’s Race (58:03) Doris Lemngole Dominates for Individual Title Victory ➤ SUBSCRIBE! 👇 https://www.youtube.com/@thestridereport ➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵 thestridereport.com⁠ ➤ Instagram 📸 https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/ ➤ Twitter / X 🧵 https://x.com/TheStrideReport ➤ Threads 🪡 https://www.threads.net/@thestridereport Podcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

🗣️ BYU men's cross country coach Ed Eyestone was able to chat with The Stride Report before the NCAA XC Championships! Eyestone discussed the state of his team, his thoughts on the Oklahoma state men, the encouraging build up that his team has had and more! SUBSCRIBE! 👇 youtube.com/@thestridereport ➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵 https://www.thestridereport.com/ ➤ Spotify 🎧 https://open.spotify.com/show/5yc4MRA... ➤ Apple Podcasts 🍎 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... ➤ Instagram 📸 https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/ ➤ Twitter / X 🆇 https://x.com/TheStrideReport⁠ ➤ Threads 🧵 https://www.threads.net/@thestridereport Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of the Blue Oval Podcast, Ben and Garrett react to some of the stunning Kolas outcomes before previewing the NCAA XC Championships by making their title picks! The guys break down standout moments from the regional meets, including Virginia Tech’s clutch performance, Tulsa’s narrow qualifier and Michigan State’s heartbreak. Later, the duo dives into individual title contenders, sleeper picks and potential surprise All-Americans before analyzing the top team title contenders and podium threats. Don’t miss their predictions and insights as championship season heats up! Be sure to listen, review and subscribe! (3:52) Virginia Tech Men Qualify for NCAAs (8:52) Furman Women Fall to 8th Place at Southeast Regionals, Fail to Qualify for NCAAs (12:23) Harvard Women Sneak into NCAAs via At-Large Bid (13:00) Kolas Stars Align for Tulsa Men While Michigan State Finds Harsh Fate (19:40) Who Could Win the Individual National Title? (Women) (23:36) Contenders, Sleepers & Potential Surprise All-Americans (Women) (27:17) Individual National Title Favorites (Men) (33:06) Contenders, Sleepers & Potential Surprise All-Americans (Men) (38:17) What Teams Have a Chance at Glory? (Women) (45:59) Podium Contending Teams (Women) (49:13) Team Title Favorites (Men) (54:08) Podium Contending Teams (Men) (57:55) Most Interesting Teams to Watch ➤ SUBSCRIBE! 👇 https://www.youtube.com/@thestridereport ➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵 thestridereport.com⁠ ➤ Instagram 📸 https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/ ➤ Twitter / X 🧵 https://x.com/TheStrideReport ➤ Threads 🪡 https://www.threads.net/@thestridereport Podcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week’s episode of the Blue Oval Podcast, Ben returns to share his highs and lows from conference championship weekend before diving into Kolas madness! The guys break down how the Kolas qualifying works and explores key scenarios across the West, Mountain, Great Lakes, South Central, and Mid-Atlantic regions. The episode wraps up with a few bold predictions as well. 👀 Tune in for all of the insights and analysis on the road to Nationals and be sure to review and subscribe! (3:03) Ben’s Conference Championship Weekend Winners Analysis (7:36) Understanding Kolas (9:54) West Region Kolas Scenarios (Men) (16:37) Mountain Region Kolas Scenarios (Men) (21:22) Iona & Tulsa’s Kolas Scenarios (Men) (24:18) Great Lakes Region Kolas Scenarios (Men) (31:15) Women’s Kolas Breakdown (33:01) South Central Region Kolas Scenarios (Women) (35:21) Mid-Atlantic Region Kolas Scenarios (Women) (40:29) Bold Kolas Predictions ➤ Kolas Calculator 🧮 Kolascalc.com ➤ Understanding Kolas 🧐 https://www.thestridereport.com/understanding-kolas ➤ SUBSCRIBE! 👇 https://www.youtube.com/@thestridereport ➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵 thestridereport.com⁠ ➤ Instagram 📸 https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/ ➤ Twitter / X 🧵 https://x.com/TheStrideReport ➤ Threads 🪡 https://www.threads.net/@thestridereport Podcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Garrett goes solo this week to break down an intense weekend of conference championships. He covers BYU’s upset over Oklahoma State, Gary Martin’s surprising victory and Oregon's standout BIG 10 performance in the women’s race. Garrett went on to provide in-depth analysis across the ACC, BIG 12, BIG 10, SEC, BIG East and more, diving into the top team and individual races. Don’t miss all of the takes on the weekend’s highlights! Be sure to listen, review and subscribe! (1:26) Wake Forest Wins ACC Title (Men) (4:26) Stanford Validates Pre-Nationals Performance by Placing 2nd at ACC XC Championships (Men) (5:41) North Carolina Finishes 3rd at ACC XC Championships (Men) (8:55) Gary Martin’s ACC Win Boosts Virginia to 4th Place at ACC XC Championships (Men) (11:18) Syracuse Outside Top-Two at ACC XC Championships for First Time Since COVID Year (Men) (13:12) Notre Dame Falls to 6th Place at ACC XC Championships (Men) (16:59) Notre Dame Wins ACC Title (Women) (19:31) Stanford edges North Carolina on Tie-Break for Silver at ACC XC Championships(Women) (22:10) Margot Appleton’s Return Powers Virginia to 4th Place Finish (Women) (23:48) NC State Falls to 5th Place Despite Hartman’s Individual Title (Women) (28:06) BYU Upsets Oklahoma State for BIG 12 Title (Men) (34:03) Texas Tech Finishes 4th at BIG 12 XC Championships (Men) (35:43) Colorado Leaves More to be Desired with 5th Place Finish at BIG 12 XC Championships (Men) (37:12) BYU Takes Home BIG 12 Title by 19 Points (Women) (38:44) West Virginia Takes 2nd Over Utah With Convincing Performance at BIG 12 XC Championships (Women) (41:23) Oklahoma State Ride Three Top-16 Finishes to 4th Place at BIG 12 XC Championships (Women) (43:33) Arkansas Edges Alabama by 14 Points for SEC Title (Men) (47:33) Alabama Beat Tennessee by 31 Points to Comfortably Win SEC Title (Women) (50:59) Florida’s Backend Goes Conservative for 3rd Place Finish at SEC XC Championships (Women) (52:12) Arkansas Keeps National Meet Qualification Hopes Alive with 4th Place Finish (Women) (54:52) Villanova Claims BIG East Title Over Butler & Georgetown (Men) (57:58) Georgetown Wins BIG East Title by One Point Over Providence (Women) (1:02:22) Connecticut Beats Villanova, Keeps Hope For Kolas Points Alive (Women) (1:03:51) Wisconsin Shows Balance & Depth With BIG 10 Title (Men) (1:05:39) Washington Rides Two Top-Six Finishes to Claim 2nd at BIG 10 XC Championships (Men) (1:06:47) Oregon Finishes 3rd After Tie with Washington (Men) (1:10:05) Oregon Wins BIG 10 Title Over Washington (Women) (1:14:54) Wisconsin, Penn State, Minnesota Go 3-4-5 at BIG 10 XC Championships (1:16:29) Mountain West Quick Thoughts (1:17:50) West Coast Conference Quick Thoughts (1:19:45) Ivy League Quick Thoughts ➤ SUBSCRIBE! 👇 https://www.youtube.com/@thestridereport ➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵 thestridereport.com⁠ ➤ Instagram 📸 https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/ ➤ Twitter / X 🧵 https://x.com/TheStrideReport ➤ Threads 🪡 https://www.threads.net/@thestridereport Podcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week, Ben and Garrett are diving into one of the most anticipated weekends of the season — NCAA Conference Championships! Get their expert insights and predictions for the ACC, BIG 10, BIG 12, BIG East and Mountain West Championships as they break down the top contenders for both individual and team titles. Who will rise to the challenge? And which teams are set to dominate? Tune-in to catch all of the analysis that you need ahead of the big weekend and be sure to subscribe and review! (2:29) ACC Championship Preview (Men) (3:43) Who Could Win the ACC Title? (Men) (10:01) If Parker Wolfe Doesn’t Run, Who Wins the Men’s ACC Title? (11:16) ACC Title Favorites (Women) (13:36) How Could Positions 3-4-5-6 Play Out in the ACC? (Women) (18:02) How Close Can Oregon Get to Washington at BIG 10 Championships? (Women) (19:28) Who Finishes Top-Five at BIG 10 Championships (Women) (21:47) Individual BIG 10 Title Favorites (Women) (23:56) BIG 10 Favorites (Men) (27:27) Who Finishes 3rd at BIG 10 Championships? (Men) (28:51) How Do BYU & Oklahoma State Approach BIG 12 Championships? (Men) (33:03) How Can Iowa State Beat BYU and/or Oklahoma State? (Men) (35:24) How Close Can Colorado Get to Top-Three? (Men) (36:51) Who Wins the BIG 12 Individual Title? (Men) (38:35) Podium Favorites at BIG 12 Championships (Women) (41:57) SEC Podium Favorites (Women) (44:35) Who Wins the SEC Individual Title? (Women) (46:43) Can Alabama Challenge Arkansas for the SEC Championship? (Men) (49:14) Who Wins the SEC Individual Title? (Men) (50:55) Georgetown vs Providence for BIG East Glory (Women) (54:13) BIG East Individual Title Race (Women) (55:27) BIG East Favorites (Men) (58:11) Mountain West Preview (Men) ➤ SUBSCRIBE! 👇 https://www.youtube.com/@thestridereport ➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵 thestridereport.com⁠ ➤ Instagram 📸 https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/ ➤ Twitter / X 🧵 https://x.com/TheStrideReport ➤ Threads 🪡 https://www.threads.net/@thestridereport Podcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ben and Garrett are back with an action-packed episode full of in-depth analysis! This week, the guys break down an exciting weekend in Wisconsin, diving into both the men’s and women’s races from Pre-Nationals. Hear which teams stood out, who fell short and how certain programs have set themselves up for the postseason! To wrap things up, the guys also highlight standout moments from the Princeton Fall Classic. Don’t miss out — tune-in, review, and subscribe! (2:34) BYU Women Claim Pre-Nationals Title (11:58) Washington Women Showcase Depth For 2nd Place Finish at Pre-Nationals (15:00) West Virginia Women Make a Statement For 4th Place at Pre-Nationals (19:16) Notre Dame, New Mexico & NC State Women Finish 5-6-7 at Pre-Nationals (22:27) Wisconsin, Florida State & Florida Women Finish 8-9-10 at Pre-Nationals (26:52) Women’s Pre-Nationals Individual Results (29:24) Arkansas Men Take Win Over Iowa State & Stanford at Pre-Nationals (37:53) New Mexico Puts Three Men in Top-26 to Claim 4th at Pre-Nationals (40:31) Four NAU Men Finish in the Top-40 for 5th Place Finish at Pre-Nationals (45:24) Wisconsin, Notre Dame & Syracuse Men Finish 6-7-8 at Pre-Nationals (51:22) Men’s Pre-Nationals Individual Results (54:53) Georgetown Women Take Win Over Providence at Princeton Fall Classic (1:00:23) Villanova Men Take Win Over Georgetown at Princeton Fall Classic ➤ SUBSCRIBE! 👇 https://www.youtube.com/@thestridereport ➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵 thestridereport.com⁠ ➤ Instagram 📸 https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/ ➤ Twitter / X 🧵 https://x.com/TheStrideReport ➤ Threads 🪡 https://www.threads.net/@thestridereport Podcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ben and Garrett are back in action after a D2-heavy weekend for TSR! This week, the guys break down results from the Dellinger Invite before diving deep into a preview of Saturday’s Pre-Nationals meet as they discuss favorites, sleepers, wild cards, potential Kolas scenarios and more! Be sure to listen, review and subscribe! (3:49) BYU Men Sweep at Dellinger Invite (5:39) Oregon Men Edge Out Gonzaga For 2nd Place at Dellinger Invite (10:52) Utah Women Dominate (14:23) Maddy Elmore’s Win Provides Hope for Oregon Women (18:14) Pre-Nationals Favorites (Men) (21:40) Pre-Nationals Sleeper Teams (Men) (25:33) Pre-Nationals Wild Card Teams (Men) (28:09) Teams Most in Need of a Good Result at Pre-Nationals (Men) (36:45) Pre-Nationals Favorites (Women) (40:21) Pre-Nationals Sleeper Teams (Women) (42:22) Pre-Nationals Wild Card Teams (Women) (24:30) Teams Most in Need of a Good Result at Pre-Nationals (Women) (51:55) Bold Predictions ➤ SUBSCRIBE! 👇 https://www.youtube.com/@thestridereport ➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵 thestridereport.com⁠ ➤ Instagram 📸 https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/ ➤ Twitter / X 🧵 https://x.com/TheStrideReport ➤ Threads 🪡 https://www.threads.net/@thestridereport Podcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ben and Garrett are back in action with results from a jam-packed weekend of racing! The guys open the episode with some big news of Gonzaga’s move to the PAC-12 before taking a deep dive into team and individual results from the Joe Piane Invite, the Loyola Lakefront Invite and the Paul Short Run. Be sure to listen, subscribe and review! (2:49) Gonzaga Joining PAC-12 (5:39) Notre Dame Claims Men’s Joe Piane Title (12:09) California Baptist Men Come Through With Big Performance (14:46) Is Wyoming a Ranked Team? (18:30) Is Lexy Halladay-Lowry Staking Her Claim as an NCAA Title Challenger? (20:50) Is Ernest Cheruiyot a Top-10 Name? (23:02) NAU Women Edge BYU for Joe Piane Win 23:53- cut (28:07) Notre Dame Women Finish 3rd at Joe Piane (30:21) Liberty Women Prove Garrett Right With 4th Place Finish at Joe Piane (33:02) Wisconsin Men Take Loyola Lakefront Invite Win Over Alabama (36:19) Trying to Figure Out the Butler Men (38:29) Cal Poly & Loyola Men Finish Tie for 4th Place at Loyola Lakefront Invite (41:26) Alabama Women Claim Loyola Lakefront Invite Title Over NC State (45:02) Minnesota Women Finish 3rd, Louisville 4th at Loyola Lakefront Invite (47:35) D2 Wingate Men Take Paul Short Title Over Harvard (51:06) Harvard Women Take Paul Short Win Over Connecticut ➤ SUBSCRIBE! 👇 https://www.youtube.com/@thestridereport ➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵 thestridereport.com⁠ ➤ Instagram 📸 https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/ ➤ Twitter / X 🧵 https://x.com/TheStrideReport ➤ Threads 🪡 https://www.threads.net/@thestridereport Podcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ben and Garrett are back in action with results from a jam-packed weekend of racing! After chatting about Utah State’s move to the PAC-12, the guys take a deep dive into team and individual results from the Nuttycombe Invite, highlighting key performances and discussing how their preseason predictions held up. The guys wrap up the episode by looking at results from Cowboy Jamboree, Chile Pepper XC Festival and Gans Creek Classic. Be sure to listen, subscribe and review! (2:03) PAC-12 Adds Utah State (9:42) Did Nuttycombe Results Change the NCAA Title Picture? (Men) (11:26) Did Nuttycombe Results Change the NCAA Title Picture? (Women) (16:41) Nuttycombe Women’s Recap/Washington (Women) (20:07) Utah/Georgetown (Women) (23:36) Providence/Wisconsin/Furman (Women) (26:19) North Carolina (Women) (29:19) Gonzaga/Oregon/Penn State (Women) (31:56) Women’s Nuttycombe Roundup (33:21) BYU (Men) (34:23) Iowa State (Men) (37:46) Wake Forest (Men) (40:16) North Carolina (Men) (42:08) Washington/Michigan (Men) (45:09) Eastern Kentucky (Men) (47:10) Colorado/Princeton (Men) (49:57) Villanova (Men) (50:39) Men’s Nuttycombe Roundup (53:05) Notable Results Around the NCAA ➤ SUBSCRIBE! 👇 https://www.youtube.com/@thestridereport ➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵 thestridereport.com⁠ ➤ Instagram 📸 https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/ ➤ Twitter / X 🧵 https://x.com/TheStrideReport ➤ Threads 🪡 https://www.threads.net/@thestridereport Podcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It was a solo effort from your TSR admin Garrett this week as Ben took a much-deserved week off. This week, Garrett breaks down results from the Roy Griak Invitational before diving deep into Nuttycombe analysis which features favorites, potential title challengers, sleepers, wild cards and of course, bold predictions. Be sure to listen, review and subscribe! (2:22) Minnesota Women Take Home Win at Roy Griak Invitational (7:15) Utah Valley Women Finishes 2nd at Roy Griak Invitational (11:19) Roy Griak Round-up (Women) (12:43) Wyoming Takes Home Roy Griak Men’s Title (15:57) Roy Griak Round-up (Men) (19:25) Nuttycombe Entries (Men) (19:45) Nuttycombe Favorites (Men) (22:32) Nuttycombe Sleepers (Men) (24:30) Nuttycombe Wildcards (Men) (28:50) Key Nuttycombe Storylines (Men) (33:23) Nuttycombe Bold Prediction (Men) (34:10) Nuttycombe Entries (Women) (35:17) Nuttycombe Favorites (Women) (38:54) Nuttycombe Sleepers (Women) (43:10) Nuttycombe Wildcards (Women) (45:45) Key Nuttycombe Storylines (Women) (47:41) Nuttycombe Bold Prediction (Women) ➤ SUBSCRIBE! 👇 https://www.youtube.com/@thestridereport ➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵 thestridereport.com⁠ ➤ Instagram 📸 https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/ ➤ Twitter / X 🧵 https://x.com/TheStrideReport ➤ Threads 🪡 https://www.threads.net/@thestridereport Podcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Cross country season is back and so are your favorite hosts! This week, Ben and Garrett kick-off the podcast with the news that Boise State, Colorado State, Fresno State and San Diego State will be joining the PAC-12 before in 2026. The guys later jump into analysis of some key performances and takeaways from the first few opening weekends on the grass. Be sure to listen, review and subscribe! *Note: In regards to discussion surrounding the topic of the PAC-12's available cash, it should be noted that the schools that previously left the PAC-12 will be paying exit fees to the conference. (2:26) PAC-12 Adding Four Schools in 2026 (14:48) Dennis Kipruto Shows Promise in Debut (19:17) Mining Finishes Runner-Up, Dorenkamp Places 9th to Ease Early Season Questions for Alabama (22:18) Lindsay Cunningham Takes BIG 10 Preview Win in First D1 Race (24:37) North Carolina Women Provide Encouraging Early Season Results (27:24) Justin Wachtel Finishes Runner-Up to Ethan Strand (31:17) Syracuse Men Leaves TSR With Questions (33:44) Penn State Women Open With Solid Performances ➤ SUBSCRIBE! 👇 https://www.youtube.com/@thestridereport ➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵 thestridereport.com⁠ ➤ Instagram 📸 https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/ ➤ Twitter / X 🧵 https://x.com/TheStrideReport ➤ Threads 🪡 https://www.threads.net/@thestridereport Podcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Can you feel it? XC season is almost here! This week, Ben and Garrett continue with preseason analysis by discussing key storylines to take notice of throughout the year before looking into their crystal balls for some spicy predictions going into the season. Be sure to listen, subscribe and review! (2:53) NCAA Settlement Put on Hold (5:59) What Will Colorado Look Like Under Carlson? (10:57) What Influence Will International Signings Have on this Season? (14:11) Is this the Beginning of More Parity in the NCAA? (17:11) What Will We See Out of Stanford? (20:49) How Good Will Pamela Kosgei Be? (23:45) Is the Men’s National Title Battle a Three-Horse Race? (26:45) Ben’s Hot Take (Women) (28:13) Garrett’s Hot Take (Women) (40:46) Ben’s Hot Take (Men) (43:22) Garrett’s Hot Take (Men) ➤ SUBSCRIBE! 👇 https://www.youtube.com/@thestridereport ➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵 thestridereport.com⁠ ➤ Instagram 📸 https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/ ➤ Twitter / X 🧵 https://x.com/TheStrideReport ➤ Threads 🪡 https://www.threads.net/@thestridereport Podcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ben and Garrett are back in action this week to finish off their evaluation of our men's and women's D1 cross country team rankings! The guys kick-off the episode with the news of Parvej Khan’s provisional suspension before going through spots 7-6-5-4-3-2-1 of our rankings. The guys break down who the NCAA title favorites are, who the outside podium contenders could be and what teams have to do in order to make the podium. Be sure to listen, review and subscribe! (1:38) Parvej Khan Provisionally Suspended for EPO (8:13) NCAA & UCLA Agree to Sanctions (9:45) #7 Alabama Women (12:23) #7 Alabama Men (17:52) #6 Georgetown Women (20:57) #6 New Mexico Men (25:59) #5 Washington Women (30:29) #5 Iowa State Men (35:27) #4 Notre Dame Women (40:51) #4 Northern Arizona Men (46:25) #3 NC State Women (50:36) #3 Arkansas Men (53:59) #2 BYU Women (57:32) #2 BYU Men (1:00:41) #1 Northern Arizona Women (1:04:23) #1 Oklahoma State Men ➤ SUBSCRIBE! 👇 https://www.youtube.com/@thestridereport ➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵 thestridereport.com⁠ ➤ Instagram 📸 https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/ ➤ Twitter / X 🧵 https://x.com/TheStrideReport ➤ Threads 🪡 https://www.threads.net/@thestridereport Podcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ben and Garrett are back as they continue previewing our top-25 team rankings heading into the upcoming cross country season! This week, the guys kick-off the podcast with the news that NAU Coach Mike Smith will be joining Nike along with the news of Oregon signing Koitatoi Kidali. Then, the episode turns to teams 15-14-13-12-11–10-9-8 in our preseason rankings with analysis of each team’s ceiling and the key performers within each lineup. Be sure to listen, subscribe and review! (2:08) Mike Smith to Join Nike in 2025 (15:37) Oregon Lands Kenyan Olympian Koitatoi Kidali (18:25) #15 Oregon Men (22:43) #15 Oregon Women (26:53) #14 Harvard Men (30:23) #14 Stanford Women (33:53) #13 Butler Men (37:23) #13 Tennessee Women (41:14) #12 Wisconsin Men (45:34) #12 Virginia Women (48:58) #11 Wake Forest Men (52:59) #11 New Mexico Women (56:28) #10 Virginia Men (59:05) #10 Utah Women (1:03:22) #9 North Carolina Men (1:07:19) #9 Lipscomb Women (1:10:43) #8 Notre Dame Men (1:14:17) #8 Providence Women ➤ SUBSCRIBE! 👇 https://www.youtube.com/@thestridereport ➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵 thestridereport.com⁠ ➤ Instagram 📸 https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/ ➤ Twitter / X 🧵 https://x.com/TheStrideReport ➤ Threads 🪡 https://www.threads.net/@thestridereport Podcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ben and Garrett are back on the mics, continuing their in-depth evaluation of our men's and women's cross country team rankings! This week, the guys go through spots 21-20-19-18-17-16 and break down where they think the floors and ceilings of those teams will be along with how they project line-ups to look. Be sure to listen, subscribe and review! (3:02) #21 Eastern Kentucky Men (6:53) #21 Oklahoma State Women (11:23) #20 Syracuse Men (15:23) #20 Michigan State Women (20:23) #19 Colorado Men (25:21) #19 Wisconsin Women (29:25) #18 Portland Men (32:33) #18 Furman Women (35:13) #17 Stanford Men (41:01) #17 California Baptist Women (42:12) #16 Villanova Men (46:03) #16 Arkansas Women ➤ SUBSCRIBE! 👇 https://www.youtube.com/@thestridereport ➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵 thestridereport.com⁠ ➤ Instagram 📸 https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/ ➤ Twitter / X 🧵 https://x.com/TheStrideReport ➤ Threads 🪡 https://www.threads.net/@thestridereport Podcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ben and Garrett are back in action this week to chat about the last of the Olympic track events as well as a few of the recently ranked teams in TSR's XC Top 25. The guys open the episode by discussing the men’s Olympic 1500m, 800m, steeplechase, sprints and women’s Olympic sprints before jumping into preseason cross country team rankings of 25-24-23-22 on both the men's and women's sides. If you want more insight on our rankings, this is a must-listen episode! (2:25) Olympic Men’s 1500m (9:49) Olympic Men’s 800m (13:22) Olympic Men’s Steeplechase (19:34) Olympic Men’s Sprints (21:36) Olympic Women’s Sprints (26:34) Highest Upside of Men’s “Just Missed” Teams (29:26) Highest Upside of Women’s “Just Missed” Teams (32:19) Which “Just Missed” Women’s Team is Primed For 2025 Success? (34:09) Men’s “Just Missed” Irrational Favorites (36:13) Women’s “Just Missed” Irrational Favorites (38:38) #25 Penn State Nittany Women (41:39) #25 Gonzaga Men (43:47) #24 Syracuse Women (46:18) #24 Texas Men (49:18) #23 Florida Women (53:34) #23 Michigan State Men (56:19) #22 Utah Valley Women (1:00:05) #22 Montana State Men ➤ SUBSCRIBE! 👇 https://www.youtube.com/@thestridereport ➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵 thestridereport.com⁠ ➤ Instagram 📸 https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/ ➤ Twitter / X 🧵 https://x.com/TheStrideReport ➤ Threads 🪡 https://www.threads.net/@thestridereport Podcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The guys are back with an episode that includes a little bit of everything, including…sprints? This week, Ben and Garrett take to the mics to discuss standout performances from Paris, Tennessee’s new coaching hire, transfers following Sean Carlson to Colorado, the top-40 portion of our XC rankings and more. Be sure to listen, subscribe and review! (2:43) Grant Fisher’s Olympic Success (4:29) Nico Young Finishes 12th in Olympic Debut (5:56) Juliette Whittaker Finishes 7th in Olympic 800m Finals (8:33) Noah Lyles Narrowly Wins 100m Gold (11:58) Peter Maru Suspended for Doping Violation (16:31) Yaseen Abdalla to Arkansas (23:24) Dean Casey, Chris Cherry & Simon Kelati to Colorado (26:33) Tennessee Hires Justin Duncan (30:05) Men’s Individual Rankings — Hardest Decision in the Top-Five (32:39) Women’s Individual Rankings — Hardest Decision in the Top-Five (35:38) Men’s Athletes We Fought For the Hardest in Top-40 (41:56) Women’s Athletes We Fought For the Hardest in Top-40 (45:30) Men’s Athlete Most Likely to Prove Us Wrong in the Top-40 (49:35) Women’s Athlete Most Likely to Prove Us Wrong in the Top-40 ➤ SUBSCRIBE! 👇 https://www.youtube.com/@thestridereport ➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵 thestridereport.com⁠ ➤ Instagram 📸 https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/ ➤ Twitter / X 🧵 https://x.com/TheStrideReport ➤ Threads 🪡 https://www.threads.net/@thestridereport Podcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ben and Garrett are back once again, but with a change in their regularly scheduled discussion. Instead of chatting about rankings, the guys break down Sean Carlson's huge move to Colorado and what it means for the Tennessee men and women as well. The rest of the episode then shifts to Ben and Garrett breaking down the recent NCAA antitrust settlement and what it means for cross country, track and field and the rest of the NCAA moving forward. Be sure to listen, subscribe and review! (3:15) Sean Carlson Hired as Director at Colorado (14:19) Guessing Candidates for Tennessee Director Position (20:22) How the NCAA is About to Change ➤ SUBSCRIBE! 👇 https://www.youtube.com/@thestridereport ➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵 thestridereport.com⁠ ➤ Instagram 📸 https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/ ➤ Twitter / X 🧵 https://x.com/TheStrideReport ➤ Threads 🪡 https://www.threads.net/@thestridereport Podcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ben and Garrett are back this week with the first taste of our preseason XC rankings! The guys kick-off the pod with the news of Judy Kosgei heading to Clemson before going through the very first portion of our famed NCAA XC Top-50 Rankings. The guys break down who they feel just missed out on the list, who was perfectly ranked, who they would most want on their team and some of their personal favorites. Be sure to listen, subscribe and review! (3:06) Judy Kosgei Transfers to Clemson (8:48) Who Got Robbed? (Men) (12:28) Who Got Robbed? (Women) (15:58) Most Likely to Go From Honorable Mention to All-American (Men) (19:12) Most Likely to Go From Honorable Mention to All-American (Women) (21:59) Perfectly Ranked Men’s Runner (50-41) (26:00) Perfectly Ranked Women’s Runner (50-41) (30:27) Who Would You Want the Most for the Future? (Men 50-41) (33:02) Who Would You Want the Most for the Future? (Women 50-41) (35:39) Personal Favorites (Men 50-41) (39:03) Personal Favorites (Women 50-41) ➤ SUBSCRIBE! 👇 https://www.youtube.com/@thestridereport ➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵 thestridereport.com⁠ ➤ Instagram 📸 https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/ ➤ Twitter / X 🧵 https://x.com/TheStrideReport ➤ Threads 🪡 https://www.threads.net/@thestridereport Podcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We are back with a fan-favorite episode this week! Ben and Garrett begin the podcast by discussing the moves made by David Mullarkey and Alex Millard. The guys then list off the NCAA runners who gave them the most challenges when crafting our preseason XC rankings! Be sure to subscribe, listen and review! (2:12) David Mullarkey Transfers to Northern Arizona (7:20) Alex Millard Switches Commitment from Boston College to Providence (15:11) Karrie Baloga (Northern Arizona) (17:41) Silan Ayyildiz (Oregon) (19:37) Maggie Condon (Northern Arizona) (22:35) Ashley Jones (Tennessee) (25:03) Emily Covert (Notre Dame) (28:04) Jenna Hutchins (BYU) (33:41) James Corrigan (BYU) (36:14) Sanele Masondo (Iowa State) (39:29) Peter Maru (Arkansas) (42:38) Colin Sahlman (Northern Arizona) (46:03) Carter Solomon (Notre Dame) (49:19) Devin Hart (Oregon) (52:15) Sophie O’Sullivan (Washington) (55:53) Carmen Alder (BYU) (58:37) Yasin Sado (Virginia) ➤ SUBSCRIBE! 👇 https://www.youtube.com/@thestridereport ➤ Presented by The Stride Report 🔵 thestridereport.com⁠ ➤ Instagram 📸 https://www.instagram.com/thestridereport/ ➤ Twitter / X 🧵 https://x.com/TheStrideReport Podcast Production via Wyatt Barnsley Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.