The Caution Stalling Podcast

Nathan, an inspiring young player idolizing Jackie Robinson, walked into the Eldorado High School baseball program. A young man, with no club experience, no high level ball minus the zoned little league, was inspired to become the absolute best player he could be. While struggling in little league, Minton just put his down and was willing to outwork everybody. During his high school career, Minton...

Cash, a young wrestler striving toward success, joins the podcast to discuss his journey so far. At such a young age, Cash is already a highly regarded athlete, and this episode offers insight into what separates him from the rest. Through adversity, Cash has developed a strong mindset—one that has become his greatest weapon. Now in his sophomore year, Cash reflects on the path that brought him to...

Antonio Saldate, a Nevada native, chose a different path. Rather than joining a powerhouse program like Green Valley, Antonio attended Las Vegas High School—where he helped write his own legacy. During his time there, he reached four State Finals and captured three State Championships. While those accomplishments speak for themselves, Antonio is most proud of helping his coach turn the program aro...

Sterling, arguably Nevada’s most decorated wrestler, joins the Caution Stalling Podcast . A multi-time Fargo champion, multi-time Nevada State champion, and now an Iowa Hawkeye, Sterling walks us through the journey of her wrestling career. While many know her for what she’s accomplished on the mat, Sterling opens up about what defines her off the mat. For her, success isn’t only measured by world...

Zyon, a kid driven by combat, was led into the wrestling room by mentors who saw something in him. At first, he wanted to quit. Instead, he stayed — and fell in love with the sport. While his long-term dream has always been to fight, Zyon committed to mastering wrestling first, setting his sights on becoming a Division I All-American. What once seemed far-fetched became reality when UVU believed i...

The 10-year dynasty built by Coach Jon Ferry at Green Valley High School is arguably the greatest decade-long run in Nevada wrestling history. During that span, Coach Ferry led the program to seven state championships and three state runner-up finishes. While debates can always be made about eras and programs, Coach Ferry has unquestionably earned his seat at the table as one of Nevada wrestling’s...

Morris Wolfley is a small-town wrestler chasing greatness against the odds. A 3A athlete with no high school club and 30-plus-minute drives in any direction just to find training partners, Morris has built his success on an unshakable mindset and relentless work ethic. Despite the disadvantages, he refuses to let circumstance define his ceiling. In this episode, Morris walks us through the moment...

Tatiana, once a dominant runner on the track, found herself searching for direction beyond the lanes. Though she qualified for state every year in high school, she wanted something different — something that would push her to become the absolute best version of herself. That search led her to the wrestling room. From the moment she stepped onto the mat, Tatiana fell in love with the environment. T...

Ray, a proud and devoted father, sits down to share the journey of raising two wrestlers — and the life lessons that came with it. He opens up about the challenges of supporting each of his sons differently, while still giving both the same unwavering foundation of love, structure, and belief. Through the highs and lows, Ray reflects on what it truly means to walk the path of “Dad.” Ray learned ea...

The Prado Brothers — Saoul and Nat’aani — join the Caution Stalling Podcast together, stepping into the studio as the tight-knit unit they’ve always been. In this episode, they talk about their bond as brothers, their shared love for wrestling, and the different paths the sport is carving for each of them. Though their styles and mindsets overlap in many ways, they are two very different competito...

Oliver is a young man who wandered into a wrestling room hoping to build skills for MMA — but instead, he fell in love with the sport itself. Drawn to combat sports and searching for the right fit, wrestling lit a spark in him. What began as training for the octagon quickly became a passion of its own. Though only a two-year wrestler, Oliver has fully committed himself to the pursuit of greatness....

Billy Sullivan is one of Nevada’s true wrestling phenoms. His résumé speaks for itself: Fargo Champion, World Team Trials Champion, 5th at the World Championships, multi-time All-American, Fargo Outstanding Wrestle r , and of course, Nevada State Champion. Billy stands among the very best to ever come out of the Silver State — and this is his story. Billy opens up about a pivotal turning point in...

Harrison Smith is a young man who found himself in the only circle that truly matters — the wrestling circle. Competitive soccer was his world until he stepped onto the mat and discovered the passion that would redefine his life. His journey is compelling, thoughtful, and absolutely worth the listen. In this episode, Harrison sits down with Daniel and walks us through the story of how he became th...

Rigo, a 106-pound warrior and true lifer in the wrestling room, reflects on his four years on the mat. Wrestling was never part of his plan — in fact, he only stepped into the sport because his P.E. teacher encouraged him to try out. That simple moment changed everything, leading us to meet one of Eldorado’s most battle-tested wrestlers. Across his career, Rigo built an impressive résumé: 4× State...

Bill, an Illinois native, walks us through his journey of relocating to Las Vegas and becoming a driving force in the growth of wrestling across Nevada. From elevating the international wrestling scene to igniting momentum in women’s wrestling, Bill has played a major role in shaping the sport’s evolution here. He opened Legends of Gold Las Vegas, inspired by the training center his son once atten...

Skyler Woods was a time-bomb on the mat during his wrestling days — and not much has changed now that he’s in the coach’s corner. His passion runs deep, and that same fire now fuels the athletes who wrestle for him. Well-accomplished and highly respected in Nevada’s wrestling scene, Skyler’s story began with a twist of fate — being too small for basketball opened the door to the wrestling room. On...

Dylan kicks off the podcast by sharing his early experiences in motocross — racing dirt bikes for miles on end, through every kind of weather, from a young age. His childhood was filled with sports, each shaping his athletic foundation, but football and wrestling stood out most. Even as a kid, Dylan dreamed of being a multi-collegiate athlete — a goal he ultimately achieved at Arizona Christian Un...

David Mackey — a dad first and foremost — only stepped onto the mat for one reason: his kids. His coaching journey began simply as a way to help out during practices, using his strengths to support the team. But his natural organization skills and drive to lead quickly took shape. A self-proclaimed control freak, Coach Mackey found his place — thriving in the Robin role to Batman. When his son Jax...

Daniel and Koran dive into the Division 1 boys’ matchups at the All-Star Classic. They break down each pairing, share their thoughts and picks, and discuss the unique circumstances surrounding some of the bouts. After making their selections, the two add their own twist — highlighting the key matchups they believe could steal the show.

Diego Chavez stepped through the ropes of life that ultimately led him to the ring. Once a troubled kid, his mother encouraged him to find an outlet — and that outlet became wrestling. What began as a way to stay out of trouble quickly turned into a passion. Through hard work and the grind of the wrestling room, Diego found his voice on the mat — and before long, he was too focused and too tired t...

Logan Berrier — a small-framed baseball player with Division I dreams. Funny how his size was once seen as a weakness, yet today, he’s a professional pitcher. Coincidence? Hardly. Logan always knew he’d make it. Some things just can’t measure the size of the dog in the fight. With the odds stacked against him, Logan made the most of every opportunity. Coming from a good—but not great—high school,...

Isaac Balden, a passionate wrestler and true super fan of the sport, shares his athletic beginnings. Starting his wrestling journey in the Liberty High School youth program, he later transitioned to Pete’s — now known as Gold Rush. Throughout his youth, Isaac tried several sports, but none resonated with him quite like wrestling. Committed to reaching great heights, Isaac expresses deep gratitude...

Conrick shares his start in wrestling at SLAM High School. Initially forced to choose a sport, he picked wrestling simply because it was indoors. What began as a practical choice quickly turned into a passion. Through dedication and perseverance, Conrick committed himself fully—joining a club, putting in off-season work, and grinding every day just to earn his place in one of Nevada’s most competi...

Coach Tyler Perry takes us through his incredible journey before donning the Gorman “G.” Originally from Missouri, Coach Perry fell in love with wrestling early on—and his passion soon inspired his entire family to embrace the sport. Though a gifted athlete on the football field, Tyler’s path eventually led him to the mat, and later, even to the world of mixed martial arts. But when the time came...

Will, the first youth guest on the Caution Stalling Podcast , shares the inspiring story of his young but impressive wrestling journey. He talks about his move from Illinois to Las Vegas and how wrestling became a powerful outlet during a big life transition. Will started wrestling while living in Illinois, and after relocating, the sport helped him build friendships and find a sense of belonging—...