The Northern Illinois Wrestling Podcast

On this episode of the Northern Illinois Wrestling Podcast, Dalton, Dan, and Marty discuss local athletes competing at the U20 World Team Trials and what it means to see wrestlers from the area testing themselves on a national stage.

This week on the Northern Illinois Wrestling Podcast, Dalton, Dan, and Marty break down the upcoming Final X event as athletes compete for spots on the World Team. The guys discuss key storylines, what makes Final X such an important part of the wrestling calendar, and how the senior-level scene continues to shape the sport. They also dive into the current state of college wrestling, including the...

On this episode of the Northern Illinois Wrestling Podcast, Dalton, Dan, and Marty jump into a packed week of wrestling talk. The guys discuss the upcoming College National Duals and the conversation around Iowa and Nebraska not being included. They also break down the Freestyle World Team Trials, talk through the growing “five for five” conversation in college sports, and share thoughts on how NI...

On this episode of the Northern Illinois Wrestling Podcast, Dalton, Dan, and Marty recap the 2026 U.S. Open and break down the action from this past weekend. The guys discuss the local athletes who competed, highlight key senior-level results, and look ahead to the World Team Trials coming up later this summer. This episode is sponsored by 815 Digital, a local website design and digital marketing...

This week on the Northern Illinois Wrestling Podcast, Dan, Marty, and Dalton discuss the Belvidere Spring Folkstyle Tournament held last weekend at Belvidere High School. They break down the turnout, share their thoughts on how the event was run, and talk about what it says about the current state of wrestling in the area. The crew also looks ahead to the upcoming US Open and previews what to watc...

This week on the podcast, we take a deep dive into the college wrestling transfer portal and what it means for the future of the sport. From high-impact moves to under-the-radar changes, we break down how the portal is reshaping lineups, shifting power across programs, and creating new opportunities for athletes at every level. This episode is brought to you by 815 Digital — if you need a website...

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Recapping the IHSA State Tournament with Dalton, Dan, and Marty.

Join us as we dive deep into the world of amateur wrestling, spotlighting the incredible talent, stories, and achievements of young athletes in the area. Whether you’re a dedicated wrestling enthusiast, a proud parent, or just curious about the sport, this podcast is your ultimate guide to Northern Illinois wrestling.

Come hang with the Northern Illinois Wrestling crew as we talk current events in the sport of wrestling. From local high school results to college wrestling.

Come hang with the Northern Illinois Wrestling crew as we talk current events in the sport of wrestling. From local high school results to college wrestling.

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Dalton, Marty, and Dan sit down for a full rundown of what’s happening across the Northern Illinois wrestling scene. They break down the latest results, preview the upcoming tournaments on deck, and dive into the biggest storylines in NCAA wrestling right now.

This week, Marty and Dalton dive into a packed episode of local and national wrestling talk. They kick things off with the big news out of Hononegah High School, where three standout wrestlers have officially committed to the University of Wisconsin. From there, they break down the early-season high school tournaments around Northern Illinois and what those results tell us about the teams and athl...

In this episode of the Northern Illinois Wrestling Podcast, Dalton, Jim, and Jason break down the list of Illinois wrestlers set to compete at Preseason Nationals in Iowa. They highlight key matchups, standout contenders, and which athletes to keep an eye on as the new season gets underway. Tune in to see how local talent is stacking up on the national stage.

In this episode of the Northern Illinois Wrestling Podcast , Dalton and Dan talk about the upcoming youth wrestling season and highlight some of the local athletes competing at Super 32 this weekend. They also dive into college wrestling news and preview the NCAA National Duals, discussing which teams to keep an eye on as the season gets underway.

In this episode of the Northern Illinois Wrestling Podcast, Dalton and Jim are joined by Vince Alber to talk about his upcoming wrestling camp in Pecatonica, Illinois. Vince shares details about his summer overnight camp that brought together multiple clinicians from around the area and the impact these events have on the local wrestling community. The conversation also dives into his role with th...

In this episode of the Northern Illinois Wrestling Podcast, Dalton, Dan, and Marty dive into a full wrestling season preview. They break down the upcoming NIC-10 conference, recap Team USA’s performance at the World Championships, and look ahead to the college season — including early storylines, the National Duals, and which programs could make a run at this year’s NCAA Tournament.

Dalton, Dan, and Marty are back on the Northern Illinois Wrestling Podcast after a long break. The guys catch up on the latest happenings in college wrestling, from big off-season news to standout storylines shaping the sport. They also look ahead to the upcoming college and high school seasons, breaking down what fans across Northern Illinois can expect this winter.

In this episode of the Northern Illinois Wrestling Podcast, Dalton, Dan, and Marty catch up on everything happening in the wrestling world. We dive into a recap of this year’s NCAA Tournament, take a look ahead at next year’s National Duals and who’s planning to compete, and break down some of the most notable transfers shaking up the college wrestling scene.

In this episode of the Northern Illinois Wrestling Podcast, we sit down with Ron Hamilton, head coach of Belvidere North High School, to recap the season and discuss the progress of his program. Coach Hamilton shares insights on the team’s performance, the challenges they faced this season, and his vision for the future of Belvidere North Wrestling. From day-to-day development to long-term goals,...

In this episode of the Northern Illinois Wrestling Podcast, we sit down with Derek Jones, head coach of Sandwich High School Wrestling. The program has been making big strides, winning back-to-back regional titles and celebrating a state placer this season. Coach Jones gives us an inside look at the team’s success, the work being done behind the scenes to keep the program moving forward, and what’...

In this episode of the Northern Illinois Wrestling Podcast, we kick off our postseason coverage with Tyler Demoss, head coach of Hononegah High School. Hononegah had a season for the record books—9 state qualifiers, 6 state placers, 3 state finalists, 1 individual champion, and a 2nd place team finish in Class 3A. Coach Demoss takes us through the highs, challenges, and key moments that made this...