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Stories From The Resilite

Jason Bryant
Wrestling
Terry Brands
RAF
Dan Gable
Penn State University
Kyle Dake
Kyle Snyder
University Of Michigan
Benchmark Wrestling
Mark Perry
Big Ten
Iowa
Cael Sanderson
USA Wrestling
Cornell University
Relentless Pursuit Of Excellence

Stories From The Resilite, hosted by award-winning wrestling broadcaster Shane Sparks, talks with some of the greatest minds in the sport of wrestling to talk about their triumphs and the tradition behind it. Anchored by the most trusted name in wrestling mat surfaces, Resilite, this wrestling podcast will dig into the stories that drive some of the sport's greats and what got them there.

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Mike Zadick built his career on uncompromising forward pressure, suffocating hand-fighting, and an intense, edge-of-the-cliff competitive drive. A three-time USA World Team member, 2006 World silver medalist, 2008 Olympian, and three-time All-America... more

Kellen Russell is one of 11 wrestlers in Big Ten history to win four individual conference titles. A two-time NCAA champion and three-time All-American at Michigan, Russell built his career on position control, hand-fighting, and an absolute refusal ... more

The dimensions of freestyle wrestling demands a fundamental shift in physics. When James Green made the transition up to 74 kilograms, he abandoned the comfortable speed differential of 70 kg to step directly into the most physical, unforgiving meat ... more

The calculation behind 97-kilogram freestyle wrestling rests on spatial dominance, relentless forward pressure, and an unyielding engine. To survive over a decade at international light heavyweight, an athlete cannot rely on defensive stalling or pas... more

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Recent Guests

Mike Zadick
Olympic wrestler and founder of Benchmark Wrestling
Benchmark Wrestling
Episode: Mike Zadick: Built on Montana Dirt
Kellen Russell
Former University of Michigan wrestler, two-time national champion, coach
University of Michigan
Episode: Kellen Russell: Two NCAA titles and relentless in overtime
James Green
Four-time All-American, Big Ten champion, World Bronze and World Silver; 8th World Team member
University of Nebraska, later Virginia Tech (coach)
Episode: James Green: No Room for Compromise
Kyle Snyder
10-time Olympic and world medalist, Olympic gold medalist, world champion
United States Wrestling
Episode: Kyle Snyder: Sadulaev, Faith, and the Ten-Medal Standard
Kyle Dake
Four-time NCAA champion and four-time world champion wrestler
Cornell University, RAF/Real American Freestyle (participant)
Episode: Kyle Dake: Four Weights, No Compromise
Quentin Wright
Former Penn State wrestler; NCAA Champion
Penn State University
Episode: Quentin Wright: The First Pillar of the Penn State Dynasty
Anthony Robles
Three-time All-American and national champion in 2011; author of Unstoppable
Arizona State University (alumnus) / Author
Episode: Anthony Robles Left No Room for an Excuse
Stephen Neal
Four-time All-American, two-time National Champion, Dan Hodge Trophy winner, 1999 World Freestyle Champion, NFL veteran with multiple Super Bowl rings
Cal State Bakersfield; NFL teams (Patriots, Eagles)
Episode: Be the Other Guy: The Stephen Neal Anomaly
Terry Brands
Two-time world champion, Olympic bronze medalist
University of Iowa wrestling program
Episode: Terry Brands Makes No Apologies for the Iowa Standard

Host

Shane Sparks
Host of the podcast, wrestling broadcaster

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 17 ratings
  • Fantastic

    Great work by Shane and the team! The episodes so far have been fantastic. Love the question that Shane asks about the guest’s best training partner.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WPRSTL
    United States5 months ago
  • LETSGO!!

    Great start!! Love some JB talk!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    resleman
    United States6 months ago

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Stories and personal journeys from top wrestlers provide real inspiration.
Love the guest insights and the host's thoughtful questions.
JB talk is a highlight; the energy is engaging and authentic.
Great work by Shane and the team. The episodes so far have been fantastic.

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Mike Zadick: Built on Montana Dirt
Q: What was your mindset heading into your senior season at Iowa?
He describes striving to balance confidence with control, acknowledging past intensity but emphasizing growth, sports psychology, and a plan to peak at the right times.
Kellen Russell: Two NCAA titles and relentless in overtime
Q: As a coach, what's the biggest difference you've noticed in coaching athletes compared to wrestling yourself?
Coaching requires adaptability and individualizing approaches for each athlete, recognizing that what works for one wrestler may not work for another. The focus is on building fundamentals, discipline, and the mental game across diverse personalities.
Kellen Russell: Two NCAA titles and relentless in overtime
Q: You mentioned working with a sports psychologist and using self-belief as a tool. What were the most effective mental strategies you adopted?
Regular self-talk, visualization of success, and a disciplined mental routine helped me stay composed and confident. The psychologist helped normalize pressure and develop a framework to reset after setbacks.
Kellen Russell: Two NCAA titles and relentless in overtime
Q: You described your freshman Big Ten title as a breakout moment, but also talked about a rough NCAA run that year. How did you process that contrast and keep moving forward?
The contrast taught me the importance of mental resilience and continual improvement. I focused on the long arc, learned from the losses, and used that experience to build a stronger approach for the rest of my college career.
Kellen Russell: Two NCAA titles and relentless in overtime
Q: You beat Tyler Nauman for your 2007 Senior Nationals title. What did that win represent at the time, and how did it shape your confidence going into college?
It validated that I could compete at a high level and gave me belief that I belonged against top competitors, fueling my confidence as I transitioned to college wrestling and began facing tougher, more consistent competition.

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A wrestling-focused interview series that centers on mindset, discipline, and preparation from顶 tier competitors and coaches. Episodes frequently feature Olympic and world champions, elite coaches, and notable multi-sport athletes who share personal growth stories, leadership insights, and behind-the-scenes perspectives from high-level training and competition. The host is known for straight-ahead questions, practical takeaways, and a faith- and family-informed lens on performance, resilience, and career longevity. New listeners may appreciate actionable mindset tactics, candid career retrospectives, and a culture-driven look at wrestling's traditions and mentorship network.

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Recent guests on Stories From The Resilite include:

1. Mike Zadick
2. Kellen Russell
3. James Green
4. Kyle Snyder
5. Kyle Dake
6. Quentin Wright
7. Anthony Robles
8. Stephen Neal

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