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THE MENTAL SIDE OF THE GAME. We talk a lot about training harder, getting stronger, winning games and performing under pressure. But what about the mental side of being a student-athlete? In this important PrepZone conversation, Dr. Jenna Wider joins us to discuss Staples High School’s new Mental Health & Performance Initiative and what it could mean for student-athletes both on and off the fi...

On this episode of the PrepZone Podcast, Staples High School Field Hockey Head Coach Ian Tapsall looks back at last year’s incredible undefeated season and gives us an inside look at what’s ahead for the Wreckers. He talks about a strong incoming freshman class, the culture surrounding the program, and shares a powerful testimonial from a former player about the impact Staples Field Hockey had on...

On this episode of the PrepZone Podcast, we sit down with the head coach Barry Beattie of Staples High School Girls Soccer for a candid conversation about the program and the upcoming season. Coach talks about his viral Polymarket interview, reflects on the turning point that changed the course of last season, and shares what he learned along the way. We also look ahead to a strong and talented St...

In this episode of the PrepZone Podcast, we sit down with Staples High School Boys Soccer Head Coach Liam Whitman to reflect on one of the most memorable seasons in program history. In his very first year leading the Wreckers, Coach guided Staples to an incredible double championship, capturing both the FCIAC Championship and the CIAC State Championship. We discuss what made last year’s team so sp...

Staples Football Head Coach, Matty Jacowleff , joins the PrepZone Podcast to kick off the 2026 season with an honest and emotional conversation about leadership, pressure, and the future of Wreckers football. Produced by: PrepZone Media LLC Host: Estevao Divino Guest: Matty Jacowleff Recorded at: Staples Football Offices Location: Staples High School, Westport CT #staplesfootball #football #prepzo...

Staples Baseball Head Coach Jack McFarland joins the PrepZone Podcast to talk about what’s shaping this year’s team and what’s changing across high school sports. In this episode, Coach McFarland highlights the importance of team chemistry and the leadership of a special senior class that has helped set the tone for the program. He shares how culture is built day-to-day, and why leadership from wi...

After a historic run that cemented his place in program history, Staples Basketball Head Coach David Goldshore steps away from the sidelines. In this emotional and candid conversation, Coach Goldshore reflects on his journey, why now felt like the right time to step down, and the Dee connection he has with the Staples community. Throughout the episode, his passion comes through, especially when sp...

In celebration of Athletic Trainer Month, we sit down with Staples’ own Sam Romano, whose impact behind the scenes has been felt across every Wrecker program. Sam shares stories from their journey—starting at Staples, to their time in the Navy working on aircraft, to the daily grind of keeping athletes healthy. They also offer practical insight on injury prevention and what athletes can do to stay...

Staples Lacrosse Head Coach Will Koshansky talks about the upcoming 2026 boys lacrosse season, mental toughness, program legacy, and gets emotional about his own personal journey and what has mattered the most during his years as Wrecker head coach. PrepZone Podcast Produced by = PrepZone Media LLC Guest = Will Koshansky Host = Estevao Divino Recorded at Verso Studios Located at the Westport Publi...

Head Coach David Goldshore of Staples High School sits down to talk about the 2025-2026 season in which the Wreckers went 26-1 for an undefeated regular season, the second straight FCIAC Championship, and played in the historic CIAC Div I Basketball championship game. Goldshore talks about the special seniors, the wining culture of Staples basketball, and the moment he knew this team was going pla...

Dr. Josh Lander joins the PrepZone Podcast on this special episode about Sports Specialization. An honest conversation about the new trend of student-athletes dedicating to one sport as early as Middle School; an education on the dangers on the body and in the mind. PrepZone Podcast Producer = Piper Grove Guest = Dr. Josh Lander Host = Estevao Divino Recorded at Verso Studios Located at the Westpo...

Ian Tapsall, Wreckers Field Hockey Head Coach, coming back from back-to-back state titles talks about the program, club sports versus high school sports, and coaching in the Field Hockey World Cup. PrepZone Podcast Production/Editing = PrepZone Media LLC Guest = Ian Tapsall Host = Estevao Divino Recorded at Verso Studios Located at the Westport Public Library All Rights PrepZone Media LLC

VJ Sarullo, Staples Wreckers Athletic Director, talks about the success of the last three years, discusses upgrades and plans for the campus, and the outlook for the '25-'26 school year. PrepZone Podcast Production/Editing = PrepZone Media LLC Guest = VJ Sarullo Host = Estevao Divino Recorded at Verso Studios Located at the Westport Public Library All Rights PrepZone Media LLC

Barry Beattie, Staples Wreckers Girls Soccer Head Coach, joins the PrepZone Podcast for the third year in a row to preview the '25 season. Coach Beattie discusses the biggest news in the FCIAC, the expectations for the young squad, and talks about the keys to running a successful soccer program year after year. PrepZone Podcast Production/Editing = PrepZone Media LLC Guest = Barry Beattie Host = E...

Meet New Staples Boys Soccer Head Coach, Liam Whitman. London-born, proven winner at all levels, Coach Whitman becomes only the 5th head coach in the program's history. With the task to bring back titles to a historic soccer program, he sits down to talk about the new culture, taking risks, and high expectations for his first season. PrepZone Podcast Production/Editing = Brian Divino Guest = Liam...

Meet New Staples Football Head Coach, Matty Jacowleff. A Staples graduate and a Westport lifer, coach Matty talks about leading his alma matter as a head coach, growing up in town, focusing on student-athletes' mental health, and his first Staples Football memory of a Thanksgiving game. PrepZone Podcast Production = Brian Divino Guest Production = Spencer Gottlieb Guest = Matty Jacowleff Host = Es...

Staples Boys Tennis Head Coach, Kris Hrisovulos, sits down to preview the 2025 season, shares stories about the 2004 Olympic games, how he picks his gameday lineup for one of the top high school tennis teams in the state, and his love for the New York Knicks. PrepZone Podcast Production = Brian Divino Guest = Kris Hrisovulos Host = Estevao Divino Recorded at Verso Studios Located at the Westport P...

Staples Softball captains, Sadie Vincini and Mia Ferrigno, preview the '25 season, talk gameday superstitions, playing at Wakeman, and share their best memories of high school. PrepZone Podcast Production = Brian Divino Guests = Sadie Vincini and Mia Ferrigno Host = Estevao Divino Recorded at Verso Studios Located at the Westport Public Library All Rights PrepZone Media LLC

Staples Girls Tennis Head Coach, Dr. Jenna Wider, talks about the unexpected '24 run, talks mental health, having a winning mentality triggers, women sports, and previews the '25 Wreckers tennis season. PrepZone Podcast Production = Brian Divino Guest = Dr. Jenna Wider Host = Estevao Divino Recorded at Verso Studios Located at the Westport Public Library All Rights PrepZone Media LLC

Staples Boys Lacrosse Head Coach, Will Koshansky, talks about the historic '24 season and the FCIAC Championship, expectations and goals for the 2025 season, and goes in depth about the lacrosse program's mental preparation and coach/player relationship. PrepZone Podcast Production = Brian Divino Guest = Will Koshansky Host = Estevao Divino Recorded at Verso Studios Located at the Westport Public...

Staples Rugby Head Coach, Jack Corcoran, talks about the '24 state championship season, expectations for the '25 season, the growth of Rugby in the state of CT, and all things Wreckers Rugby. PrepZone Podcast Production = Brian Divino Guest = Jack Corcoran Host = Estevao Divino Recorded at Verso Studios Located at the Westport Public Library All Rights PrepZone Media LLC

Staples Wreckers Baseball manager, Jack McFarland, joins the PrepZone Podcast to talk about the run to the state final in '24 and preview the '25 and his expectations for the experienced squad. PrepZone Podcast Production = Brian Divino Guest = Jack McFarland Host = Estevao Divino Recorded at Verso Studios Located at the Westport Public Library All Rights PrepZone Media LLC

Wreckers Head Coach for the Boys Basketball team, David Goldshore, joins the PrepZone Podcasts to preview the 24-25 season as the team comes in with high expectations for a championship year. Coach Goldshore talks about STANCE and what it means to the program, the team, and the community. And on the lighter side, his go-to karaoke song back from his college days. PrepZone Podcast Production = Ben...

New Staples Head Coach for the Girls Basketball team, Tommy Sparks Jr, sits down with PrepZone to talk about taking on the program and his coaching style/philosophy. Coach Sparks also shares what it was like being coached by his father, the main difference between coaching girls and boys, and shares the day in his life he would like to go back and relive. PrepZone Podcast Production = Ben Talbott...

Davis Crandall, Linebacker for the Staples Wreckers Football team, talks about the '24 team, playing linebacker, memories from the State Championship, and how he spends his time away from the Gridiron. PrepZone Podcast Produced by Brian Divino Hosted by Estevao Divino Recorded at Verso Studios at The Westport Library.