The Nate Lull Podcast

Nate is joined by Dejah Taylor, one of the most decorated sprinters in Sidney Track and Section IV history. Dejah leaves behind an incredible legacy with 14 school records across Indoor and Outdoor Track, including nine individual marks and five relay records. Sidney's 2026 Valedictorian will continue her academic and athletic career at Binghamton University as a member of the Division-I Trac...

Nate travels to Windham-Ashland-Jewett Central School for this special episode entitled “All Things WAJ.” He visits with Hannah Tuttle, Piper Cohane, Gianna Garzone, and Sophia Garzone to discuss an outstanding 2025-2026 athletic season for the Warriors. WAJ Softball finished 21-1 and advanced to the NYS Class-D championship game, highlighted by memorable wins in both the Delaware League and Secti...

Nate is in the guest seat for this special edition as co-host Rich Turnbull returns to ask the questions. After a brief break from the podcast while sorting through the logistics of a big career move, Nate is back to share an important update. Following his recent announcement that he is stepping away from WCDO after more than 12 years, this interview explores what led to that choice and why now f...

Nate sits down with Ashten Haley from the Cobleskill-Richmondville wrestling program in Section II. Ashten just finished his junior season and has established himself as one of the top high school wrestlers in New York State, highlighted by his recent commitment to Binghamton University. He discusses that choice, while also providing an update on the elbow injury he suffered during the state tourn...

Nate is joined by Bruce Juneau, the Sports Director for News 34, the television station based in Binghamton. Bruce has built a strong reputation in the area for coverage of the smaller schools throughout our corner of Section IV, often handling the work as a one-man crew. Originally from northern New York, he looks back on his high school playing days with the Chazy Eagles, one of the premier boys...

Nate welcomes Ellie Lees to the show, a 2024 Delaware Academy graduate who is now competing in cross country and track and field at the Division-I level for Binghamton University. Ellie discusses her transition to college running and how she has battled through two major injuries. She also shares what it has taken to settle in and carve out her role within the program. During her time at Delhi, El...

Nate hits the road to Utica to catch up with Erin Hamlin, a Remsen native and one of the most decorated athletes in USA Luge history. Erin reflects on her journey to the Olympic stage, highlighted by her historic bronze medal at the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi. That performance made her the first American to medal in singles luge and the first non-European woman to reach the podium. In this conv...

Nate connects with Walton’s Grace Walley following her New York State Indoor Track and Field championship in the shot put. Her winning throw of 39-11.75 topped the field against athletes from all school sizes across the state. A junior, Grace is a 3-sport athlete and a multiple-time league all-star. She is a 1,000-point scorer in basketball and set a school record with 510 points this season. She...

The Nate Lull Podcast presents an episode titled “The Choices We Make.” Nate sits down with John Henson, a Cherry Valley native who spent 25 years in prison for the 1997 murder of Springfield Center resident Leslie Bartlett. Bartlett was a U.S. Army veteran, longtime owner of Ringwood Farms Campground, and a well-known community member whose death had a lasting impact on the region. Henson was 18...

Nate talks with McKenna Hoyt, a standout senior for the Stamford/Jefferson Girls Basketball team. During her time with S/J, she has rewritten the record books, scoring more than 2,000 career points and breaking the all-time Delaware League scoring record. She is also set to finish her career among the top five scorers in Section IV history. Despite all the milestones, McKenna prides herself on doi...

Nate visits with Bethany Adams to talk about the release of her new book, "Unsupported," which is out now. Nate is joined by co-host Rich Turnbull for this episode, recorded at Clark Sports Center in Cooperstown. One of the most well-known climbers in the Adirondacks, Adams holds more than 100 FKT records across the region’s toughest terrain. In "Unsupported," she tells the sto...

Nate catches up with Sidney’s Bella Phelps following her first New York State girls wrestling championship. Bella went 45-1 this season and topped the podium at 114 pounds in Albany. She was dominant in the tournament, winning her final match 11-1. Bella is a sophomore with more than 100 career victories and is the first girls wrestling state champion in school history. She talks about her renewed...

Nate sits down with the mother-daughter duo of Nicole and Genevieve Huston from Whitney Point for a special field hockey episode. Nicole has helped build one of the most successful programs in New York State, as the Eagles have captured 10 NYS titles since 2014. Genevieve is headed to play Division-I at Syracuse University after helping WP win five state championships during her career. She explai...

Nate makes a special trip to Boston to sit down with Haley Winn of the U.S. Women’s Hockey Team following her gold medal performance at the 2026 Olympic Winter Games in Italy. Haley grew up in Rochester and also has strong family ties to Bainbridge, where she has spent significant time over the years. That local connection makes this moment even more meaningful. She played a major role on the blue...

Nate is joined by Rob Joy inside the Morris Central School Auditorium, along with co-host Rich Turnbull. Rob was back in town as his Morris Boys Basketball career scoring record of 1,251 points was being surpassed by current senior Ryan Murphy, giving the guys a perfect reason to sit down and reflect. They look back on Rob’s memorable career in the late 1980s, including the start of the MCS Expres...

The Nate Lull Podcast presents: The Story of Slow Joe Doyle. Nate and co-host Rich Turnbull uncover the story of a Major League Baseball pitcher from the early 1900s whose journey eventually brought him right to our own backyard. In this special edition, the guys explore the life and legacy of “Slow Joe” Doyle, known for his deliberate pace on the mound during baseball’s early days. From his time...

Nate connects with P.J. Harmer, who has worn many hats in the local media world. P.J. is well known for his time as a sports staff writer at The Daily Star in Oneonta and for his freelance work with newspapers and magazines across the country. He now works as a Public Information Specialist for DCMO BOCES, serving the Sidney and Walton school districts. P.J. is also an adjunct instructor at SUNY D...

Nate visits with Oneonta graduate Bruce Mistler, who is in his first year of college baseball at Mount Saint Mary College in Newburgh, New York. A 2025 OHS grad, Bruce played in a Jackets program that enjoyed major success in recent years, including Section IV titles in 2022, 2024, and 2025. He talks about the recruiting process and what helped guide his college decision, along with the unique cha...

Nate sits down with Delaware Academy alumna, Logan (Bruce) Adlum. A state champion in both track and field and basketball at DA, Logan went on to an outstanding track career at Ithaca College. She graduated in 2024 as a seven-time All-American, setting multiple school records and finishing as a four-time national runner-up. In this episode, Logan talks about her time in PT school and the challenge...

Nate catches up with Laycee Drake as she returns to the podcast to share her college basketball journey. Now a graduate student at St. Bonaventure University, the Hancock alumna is using her final year of eligibility to play for Coach Jim Crowley. Last on the podcast in 2023, Laycee brings listeners up to date on her time at UMBC, a year at UAlbany, and the path that followed. The conversation cov...

Nate connects with Edmeston Boys Soccer Coach Dan Cheatham, who has continued to build on the tradition of success within the Panthers program. ECS captured the Section IV Class-D title in 2025 and followed it up with a run to the state final four. Dan and Nate recap the year and reflect on the team’s success, including back-to-back Tri-Valley League championships and a strong showing at the Stamf...

Nate talks with Sammi Massey, an 8th grade wrestling standout from Mount Markham in Section III. Sammi won a state title last season as a 7th grader at 94 pounds and finished the year with a 39-2 record, with both losses coming against boys. At the time of this episode, her record this season is 19-1. She is joined by Nate Leonard, head coach of the Gorilla Grapplers Wrestling Club and a longtime...

Nate sits down with country music star Jason Michael Carroll ahead of his special holiday concert in Sidney. The show has since taken place and benefited Toys for Tots and Operation Merry Christmas. Jason has built a remarkable career in country music, with his 2007 debut album, "Waitin’ in the Country," reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart and producing hits like “Al...

Nate is back with Jeff Mlinar from Empire State Takeover for the annual Section IV Girls Basketball preview with a focus on the WCDO listening area. Jeff and Nate break down the teams and players making noise around our region. With coverage that spans most of New York State along with parts of Vermont, Pennsylvania, and Massachusetts, Jeff brings a wide perspective and a deep understanding of the...

Nate is joined by Dylan Thompson, a Hunter-Tannersville graduate and owner of Dylan Thompson Golf LLC. Dylan is a Class-A PGA Golf Professional who has spent 20 years at Christman’s Windham House Resort in Windham, New York. He shares his golf journey and why teaching the game has become such a passion. Dylan has coached several top local high school golf athletes and is widely regarded for his ab...