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Jack Hatem (Denison University Head Football Coach) What does it take to build a championship-caliber program in Division III football? This week on DingoTalk, we sit down with Denison Head Coach Jack Hatem — one of the most respected leaders in the game — to break down the foundation of sustained success. From culture and accountability to recruiting and player development, this conversation dive...

Get ready for another high-level Division III football conversation on DingoTalk. This week, we sit down with Kevin Burke, head football coach at Wilmington College, to dive into the mindset, leadership, and vision behind his program. Coach Burke shares his journey through the coaching profession, the lessons that have shaped his approach, and what it takes to build a competitive culture in the al...

The 2026 season of DingoTalk kicks off with one of the premier programs in Division III football as we welcome Joe Smith, Head Football Coach at Linfield University. Linfield has long been one of the gold standards in Division III football, and Coach Smith sits down with host Carlo Guadagnino to talk about what makes the Wildcats program so consistently successful. In this episode, we dive into Co...

🎙️ This Week on DingoTalk: From the dorm room to one of the loudest voices in small-college football media — Kobe Manzo, founder and host of D1 Rejects, joins the show! Kobe shares how a Northern Michigan running back with a passion for storytelling turned D1 Rejects into a platform that shines a national spotlight on the players, coaches, and programs too often overlooked by mainstream media. We...

Lake Forest College Head Football Coach Jim Catanzaro On this week’s episode of DingoTalk, we’re joined by coach Jim Catanzaro of Lake Forest College, one of the most accomplished coaches in NCAA Division III football today. Coach Cat is not only the head coach of the Foresters, but also serves as Assistant Vice President and Director of Athletics—a dual role that gives him unique insight into bot...

This week on DingoTalk, we sit down with WPI Head Football Coach Chris Robertson, the all-time winningest coach in the 135-year history of Engineer Football. Now in his 15th season leading the Crimson and Gray, Coach Robertson reflects on his journey from player to program builder, his commitment to academic and athletic excellence, and what’s fueled WPI’s consistency and success over the past dec...

This week, DingoTalk sits down with BJ Hammer, the Fish Family Head Football Coach at Bowdoin College, to talk about the Polar Bears’ rise in the NESCAC and what it took to bring a CBB Championship back to Brunswick in 2023. From his All-American playing days at Wabash to head coaching stops at Whittier, Allegheny, and now Bowdoin, Hammer’s journey is one of leadership, toughness, and belief in bu...

🎙️ This week on DingoTalk, host Carlo Guadagnino sits down with Maryville College Head Football Coach Ben Fox! Coach Fox took over the Scots program in one of the most challenging times in college athletics — right in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic. Since then, he’s been building a foundation of culture, accountability, and growth that has Maryville Football heading in the right direction. In...

This week on DingoTalk,we sit down with Cory White, the newly named Head Football Coach at Whittier College. With nearly 20 years of coaching experience across every level of the game, White brings a unique perspective to leading the Poets both on the field and in the classroom. From his time at Northern Illinois, where the Huskies pulled off a historic upset of Notre Dame, to coaching Dalton Kinc...

Join us on this week’s episode of DingoTalk as host Carlo Guadagnino sits down with C.C. Grant, the sixth-year head football coach and longtime leader at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy. Coach Grant reflects on his 27-year journey with the Bears, from coordinating both sides of the ball to taking over the program in 2020. We’ll dive into his unique path — including 14 seasons as CGA’s head baseball c...

This week on DingoTalk, I sit down with Carroll University Head Football Coach Mike Budziszewski for an inside look at the Pioneers’ journey under his leadership. Now entering his sixth season at the helm, Budziszewski has guided Carroll to a 22-18 record, developed dozens of All-Conference and All-Region standouts, and helped the program rewrite its record book. From his days as a quarterback at...

This week on DingoTalk, we sit down with Ohio Northern University Head Football Coach Andy Fries. Recently named the 29th head coach in ONU’s 129-year football history, Fries brings a wealth of experience from successful stops at Rose-Hulman, Davenport, Otterbein, Wilmington, and Lakeland. We talk about his coaching journey, building a high-powered offense, and what it means to lead the Polar Bear...

This week on DingoTalk, we sit down with Geno DeMarco, the legendary head football coach at Geneva College, as he prepares for his 33rd and final season leading the Golden Tornadoes. With a school-record 167 victories, multiple postseason appearances, and five NCCAA Victory Bowl championships, DeMarco leaves behind a legacy that extends far beyond the sidelines. We talk about his three decades at...

Welcome to From the Sidelines — A D3 Football Coaches Roundtable. This show brings together voices from across Division III to talk candidly about the game — from recruiting and scheduling to building culture and mentoring young coaches. Our goal is to spotlight the unique challenges and rewards of coaching at this level, while giving fans, recruits, and fellow coaches a seat at the table. Let’s k...

Welcome to From the Sidelines — A D3 Football Coaches Roundtable. This show brings together voices from across Division III to talk candidly about the game — from recruiting and scheduling to building culture and mentoring young coaches. Our goal is to spotlight the unique challenges and rewards of coaching at this level, while giving fans, recruits, and fellow coaches a seat at the table. Let’s k...

Welcome to From the Sidelines — A D3 Football Coaches Roundtable. This show brings together voices from across Division III to talk candidly about the game — from recruiting and scheduling to building culture and mentoring young coaches. Our goal is to spotlight the unique challenges and rewards of coaching at this level, while giving fans, recruits, and fellow coaches a seat at the table. Let’s k...

Welcome to From the Sidelines — A D3 Football Coaches Roundtable. This show brings together voices from across Division III to talk candidly about the game — from recruiting and scheduling to building culture and mentoring young coaches. Our goal is to spotlight the unique challenges and rewards of coaching at this level, while giving fans, recruits, and fellow coaches a seat at the table. Let’s k...

Welcome to From the Sidelines — A D3 Football Coaches Roundtable. This show brings together voices from across Division III to talk candidly about the game — from recruiting and scheduling to building culture and mentoring young coaches. Our goal is to spotlight the unique challenges and rewards of coaching at this level, while giving fans, recruits, and fellow coaches a seat at the table. Let’s k...

Welcome to From the Sidelines — A D3 Football Coaches Roundtable. This show brings together voices from across Division III to talk candidly about the game — from recruiting and scheduling to building culture and mentoring young coaches. Our goal is to spotlight the unique challenges and rewards of coaching at this level, while giving fans, recruits, and fellow coaches a seat at the table. Let’s k...

🎙️ This Week on DingoTalk — Premiering Thursday, July 17 at 10AM From walk-on linebacker to the helm of Montclair State Football, Mike Palazzo has lived every chapter of the Red Hawk story. In this episode, we sit down with Coach Palazzo to talk about his first season leading MSU—how he turned a program in transition into a 5-5 contender with a 4-2 NJAC finish and one of the most dominant Homecomi...

This week on DingoTalk, we sit down with one of the most consistent winners in Division III football: UW-La Crosse Head Coach Matt Janus. Since taking the reins in 2020, Janus has led the Eagles to four consecutive NCAA playoff appearances, back-to-back WIAC Coach of the Year honors, and a resurgence of national relevance at UWL. From defensive coordinator roots to building one of the top programs...

DingoTalk as we welcome TJ Owensby, senior running back from Bethany College (WV). TJ opens up about: • His journey from Cincinnati to Bethany College and playing college football • Balancing academics and athletics as a PAC Academic Honor Roll student    • Overcoming challenges on and off the field — including a 90-yard breakout game against Waynesburg  • Inspiring youth through his passion f...

This week on DingoTalk, we sit down with Pacific Lutheran Head Football Coach Brant McAdams, a leader who’s built one of the most respected defensive programs in Division III. From his days as an All-Conference defensive end at Trinity University to orchestrating elite defenses across the country, Coach McAdams brings a wealth of experience, intensity, and perspective to the mic. We dive into the...

This week on DingoTalk, we sit down with Luke Bakanowsky, the newly named Head Football Coach at Dean College. From his days as a scholarship quarterback at Merrimack to becoming one of the most respected offensive minds in New England, Coach Bakanowsky’s journey through the coaching ranks is a story of hard work, adaptability, and offensive innovation. We talk about building programs from the gro...

🎙️ On this week’s episode of DingoTalk (6/12 at 10 AM): we’re thrilled to host Coach Chris Douglas—Lyon College’s longest-tenured head football coach and pioneering leader of the Scots program. • Proven program architect: With over 28 years in coaching (18+ as a head coach), Coach Douglas has a resume full of program revivals and athlete development—most notably flipping MacMurray College’s fortun...