Best Andy Buffington Podcasts (2025)

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At the Helm with Nicole, Sidney and Trista 1:05:39

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Send us a text This week in the bunker, just after another GIC meeting, Troy is joined by the coach of the Head Coach, Nicole Chapa; OC to the OC Sidney Donadio, and Chair of the Events Committee (and Head Coach of the Helm Household) Trista Helm as they get into the nitty-gritty of coaching the coaches and running the golf tournament. From postgam…

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Grandpa Buff on Name, Image and Likeness 1:16:14

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Send us a text Well, it happened! Andy is officially a grandpa and this early morning recording of this week's episode reflects his excitement to get on the road to see Baby Ruth! Troy and Andy tackle the subject of NIL (Name, Image and Likeness) and the effect it has on college sports - good, bad, or indifferent. We like the NAIA the way it is and…

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Six One Way...WU Coach Janna Langrell 1:23:30

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Send us a text This week, Andy returns to the bunker and he and Troy are joined by Waldorf University Head Coach Janna Langrell. Coach Langrell leads SIX programs for Waldorf University: Mens and Women's Cross Country, Mens and Women's Indoor Track and Field and Mens and Women's Outdoor Track and Field. With conference champs and national finalists…

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The Warrior Ethos: Ryan Dickinson 1:12:02

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Send us a text This week, Andy is fishing and Troy is fishing for answers about Waldorf University Wrestling from Head Coach, Ryan Dickinson. Coach Dickinson has been leading the Warrior Wrestlers since 2019 and has a lot to share about the program and its mentality. He knows what it takes to have a "Warrior Ethos" because he's also been a soldier …

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All-American Warrior Entrepreneur: Ben Fossey 1:15:29

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Send us a text This week, Andy attends to some family business and Troy makes a call to an old classmate, an All-American Warrior who has been on Shark Tank, invented two unique sports accessories and who continues to live the Warrior Ethos: #40, WR Ben Fossey, Class of 1994. Check out Ben's CaddySwag also to appear at the 2nd Annual Waldorf Gridir…

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Hop, Skip, MATCH: An Interview with Bri and Matt Ebenhoe 1:21:35

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Send us a text This week, the Gridiron Club begins it's 4th season of podcasting and Andy and Troy invite Coaches Bri and Matt Ebenhoe to the bunker to talk about football's sister sport every fall: Women's Volleyball! The Warrior Volleyball program has garnered success in the GPAC and maintains the highest GPA on campus as a team. Coaches Ebenhoe …

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WU-Smack! 1:07:53

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Send us a text This week, Andy and Troy host Coach Chapa once again in the bunker for an after-action review of the Spring Ball series, the Spring Clean-Up and they torment the listener into TEXTING THE SHOW! We have lots of requests for insight - what should be put in our own time capsule? What should we get for a cannon for games - a REAL cannon?…

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It's Spring Ball, Nickels! 56:03

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Send us a text This week, in the bunker, Coach Tyler Chapa joins Andy and Troy discussing everything about this weekend's spring ball game. Support the showBy Andy Buffington & Troy Thompson

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The Don 1:09:27

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Send us a text This week, Andy and Troy welcome to the bunker once again Coach Danny Donadio - now Offensive Coordinator for WUBALL. Find out what "THE DON" has to say about our spring ball and future offense...also, there are a lot of four-legged assistants on THE DON's team. We'll see you Saturday the 12th for the Spring Ball game at Bolstorff Fi…

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It's "Or-uh-GUN": Meet the new O-Line Coach 1:12:44

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Send us a text This week Andy and Troy visit with new O-Line Coach: Riley Bardes, from Oregon. Get to know Riley and some of the details on the new O-line scheme, his background and why it's pronounced "Or-uh-GUN" and not "Or-uh-GONE" (It didn't go any where - but our O-Line is!) Check it out! Support the show…

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Know Your Wirth: GIC Special Interview with WU New Head Men's Basketball Coach 1:13:04

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Send us a text This week - after a little spring break - Andy and Troy return to the bunker to introduce the Gridiron Club to Waldorf University's new Head Men's Basketball Coach: Michael Wirth. Coach Wirth is a north Iowa local who has returned from a long coaching career in Arizona to take the helm for the men on Denny Jerome Court. Get to know C…

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The Troy and Tyler Show 55:12

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Send us a text This week, Andy is on the road, so Troy meets up with Head Coach Tyler Chapa to cover the 2025 season dates and locations, talk about spring ball and the spring ball scrimmage April 12th, the Warrior Clean-Up Day April 19th, some exciting new recruits, what's happening in the weight room as spring break nears, an update on the Rise f…

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GPAC Coach: John Michaletti of Mount Marty University 1:01:15

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Send us a text This week Andy and Troy converse with Head Coach John Michaletti of Mount Marty University. Coach Michaletti is a young coach with a young program and he knows the ins-and-outs of starting from scratch in the GPAC. Get to know the Admirals at the helms of our GPAC rivals in this on-going series where we can appreciate each other's pr…

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GPAC Coach: Matt Franzen of Hastings College 1:17:28

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Send us a text Happy Valentine's Day and to show our love for the GPAC this week, we begin our audio tour of GPAC coaches with Head Coach Matt Franzen of Hastings College. Coach Franzen was Coach Chapa's coach back in the day and Andy thinks he should be referred to as "the Godfather of the GPAC" (although he initially said "grandfather" but potato…

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A David Bolstorff Man of the Year; Aune Exits, and 2025 Recruits 1:32:03

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Send us a text Holy Warriors, Batman! This episode covers it all straight from HC Tyler Chapa's mouth, Andy B's heart and Troy's...well, who can know what comes out of Troy? Support the showBy Andy Buffington & Troy Thompson

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The Inaugural Bolsy Awards 1:02:54

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Send us a text This week, listen in to the Inaugural Bolsy Awards presented Saturday, January 25th, 2025 at the Boman Fine Arts Center on Waldorf University campus by the Waldorf Gridiron Club, recognizing our first ever Bolsy Award Winners! For video links to the items presented during the show see below: The 2024 Special Teams Highlights: https:/…

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It's the Bolsy Weekend and You Can See It Sunday(ish) 15:35

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Send us a text Well, Andy is out of the bunker and Troy is working away at making the inaugural Bolsy awards a thing of wonder and doing battle with tech support to make it a livestream event...but just in case that doesn't happen, fear not, dear Warriors! It will at least be posted onto the Sunnyside Farm Studios YOUTBUBE channel Sunday Morning. U…

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Coach Chapa, the Bolsy's, Recruiting and Retention: It's ON! 1:05:16

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Send us a text This week, Andy and Troy return to the bunker after a holiday break to visit with Coach Chapa on his number after break, recruiting stats, the improvements made to the football suite over break, his trip to the coaches' conference in North Carolina and much more. Troy tries to take the podcast to video (and fails....but standby.....)…

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Merry Christmas, Happy New Year and Here Come the "Bolsys"! 41:25

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Send us a text In this final episode of 2024, Andy and Troy discuss the inaugural WUBALL Recognition Banquet and Awards program coming up on the 25th of January. Get the details and THE NOMINEES for most of our categories as we look forward to a new year and a new season by highlighting the event which the GridIron Club anticipates being a true hig…

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Coach Chapa Returns to the Bunker 1:11:41

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Send us a text This week, Andy and Troy are joined by Head Coach Tyler Chapa to discuss the season, the good news in recruiting and retention for the team as well as team honors on and off the field. Following break, the Warriors hit the gym hard and get ready for spring ball and a new season. Support the show…

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HAPPY THANKSGIVING! 1:00:54

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Send us a text Happy Thanksgiving from the Bunker! Andy and Troy are stuffed - tired- and thankful! In this 100th GIC episode - hear all about last weekend's successful tree removal project - the favorites on the Thanksgiving table, some insight and advice for crabby fans in the stands and a sincere wish for all our listeners to give thanks to our …

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End of the Season: Senior Salutes 1:17:53

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Send us a text This week, the bunker is quiet. Andy and Troy get together to discuss the 2024 season and pay homage to our seniors. While the team heads home for the holidays until mid-January, we look forward to more weekly episodes and a much needed rest for our Warriors as they spend time with their families wherever they may be. If you want to …

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Postlewait and Pesina 1:09:56

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Send us a text This week the Warriors roll into Sioux Center to play Dordt University for their final game of the 2024 season. Join Andy and Troy in the bunker with #90 D-Lineman Fletcher Postlewait and #29 RB Avian Pesina for a no-holds-barred discussion on the season and what's next to come. To get further info on the Rise from the Ashes Campaign…

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Faith and Football with Neeko and Chris 1:13:44

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Send us a text This week, Andy and Troy are joined in the bunker by a couple of Redshirt Junior leaders #91 DE Neeko Page and #7 QB Chris Walter. Listen in to the role each young man plays on the team, how they interact with their teammates, keep them motivated and looking forward on every down. We discuss the role of faith in each of their lives, …

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Side Hustlers: Tacos, T-Shirts and Car Washes 1:20:49

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Send us a text This week, as we roll into a game with Dakota Wesleyan, and on the 33rd episode of the 3rd season, Andy and Troy sit down with THREE (count 'em - 3!) Warriors: #19, senior D-Back from Akron, OH - Josh Mitchell; #40, senior Long-Snapper from Thornton, CO - Gerardo Caldera-Hernandez; and #80, redshirt freshman Wide Receiver from Pensac…

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All in the Family with Ky and Lou 1:15:28

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Send us a text This week - as the Warriors hit the road to meet Briar Cliff, Andy and Troy host #15 RS Junior QB Louis Williams and #99 Senior NT Kyangelo Robinson in the bunker for a great conversation on Warrior Football, the Family, Georgia, Michigan, Louisiana, and all kinds of food and stories you won't want to miss. Get to know these two lead…

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Running Backs and Linebackers with Eames and Noke 1:12:18

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Send us a text This week, Andy returns to the bunker for a show with Running Backs Coach, Tristan Eames and Outside Linebacker Coach, CJ Noke. Get to know these two young coaches, find out about the game Saturday with the Red Raiders, and listen in to Andy wax poetic about the Land (and Man) of Lincoln. For more information about the tree replaceme…

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The Haymakers: In The Air Tonight 1:11:10

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Send us a text This week, Andy focuses on his jobbery, meanwhile, Troy hires #44 Keegan Handal, #18 Karson Lindsay and his own kid, #17 Jack Thompson to haul hay and milled lumber around the farm. After a meal of 1/2 pound Thompson beef cheeseburgers and tots, these three stick around the bunker to wax poetically for humanities credits about why tw…

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Caramel Rice Krispie Treats? Rafe VanDusseldorp & Keagen Streeter 1:10:51

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Send us a text This week, Andy and Troy are joined in the bunker by #43 RS Sophomore, Rafe VanDusseldrop and #35 RS Freshman, Keagen Streeter. Listen in to these two's take on the season so far, homecoming and what's to come from the perspective of a fullback and a linebacker. To help Bolstorff Field "Rise from the Ashes" by purchasing replacement …

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Grid-ToberFEST: The Deets on WU v. Hastings 58:50

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Send us a text This week, Andy was on vacation so you're left with Troy as he runs down the last week's game in Yankton against Mount Marty and covers the 2-Deeps for the Warriors and the Hastings College Broncos. Get all the intel on what the Broncos are bringing to Bolstorff Field on offense and defense - numbers to keep an eye on and info on the…

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Steak & Wings: Luke Beyer and Justice Johnson 1:09:54

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Send us a text This week, Andy and Troy visit with #10 Wide Receiver, Justice Johnson and #48 Linebacker, Luke Beyer. Get to know these two leaders on the team, hear their thoughts on last week's loss and what the next game looks like in Yankton. Also, find out what these two have going on for side hustles, life back home, on the travel bus, and a …

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Tuned in to a New Song: Tae Morgan and Bryce Jones 1:12:36

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Send us a text It's Friday the 13th - but no fear here! This week, Andy and Troy are joined in the bunker by #0 Defensive Back, Tae Morgan and #6 Wide Receiver, Bryce Jones. Get to know these two upperclassmen leaders on the offense and defense. Find out what they're listening to in the locker room. Hear their thoughts on the upcoming Doane game an…

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#76 Is Now A Coach: Kade Kloster-Hodak 1:08:23

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Send us a text This week Andy and Troy meet with GA Offensive Line Coach, Kade Kloster-Hodak. After five years playing for the Warriors and being a solid leader in the trenches, the big man moved into a GA Coaching position and is loving it! Listen in to Coach K's insights on the game last week, the game this Saturday against Saint Francis, and the…

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Bulldogs, SIT! Jakim Brock & Gavin Johnson 1:14:37

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Send us a text Tomorrow we hit the road for the season opener away in Seward, Nebraska! Andy and Troy are joined in the bunker by senior WUBALL leaders, #3 Jakim Brock and #73 Gavin Johnson. Find out what preparations have been made as we enter the GPAC for our first win on the road of the season, how the culture has changed, how we want to affect …

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Jenna for the Win! 1:13:49

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Send us a text This week, join Andy and Troy as they visit with Jenna Quina, Waldorf University Athletic Department Operations Coordinator, Game Day Promotions Manager, and Senior Women's Leader. Jenna is the heart and soul of game day operations at Bolstorff Field AND she's the chief point of contact for the Gridiron Club's Gameday innovations. Je…

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Never Before Like This.... 1:17:27

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Send us a text This week, join Coaches Tyler Chapa and Ethan Aune along with co-hosts Andy Buffington and Troy Thompson discuss the way in which WUBALL is headed. We talk about the team, the contests for first string, the impressive showing by all which is like nothing our coaches have seen. 2024 is going to be special. To add to that, listen is an…

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Get to Know the GPAC Finale: WALDORF UNIVERSITY! 1:22:25

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Send us a text It's the conclusion of our summer "Get to Know the GPAC" series and we saved THE BEST FOR LAST: our very own beloved Waldorf University! See what Andy, Coach Chapa and Troy have to say about our fine university, the unique little city in which it resides, the mutual history, stories and sideswipes from our WarriorGPT research! AND...…

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Get to Know the GPAC: Dordt University 1:03:34

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Send us a text This week - as Andy, Troy and Coach Chapa wrap up the other teams in the GPAC; we learn about Dordt University - the school which appropriately wraps up our opponent series as they sound like the way one would mispronounce the end of our fair alma mater! Troy sees stars from laughter on this one as the boys peruse the Dordt roster an…

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Get to Know the GPAC: Morningside University 59:41

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Send us a text This week, Andy, Troy and Coach Chapa discuss Morningside University in Sioux City, Iowa. Now, just because we've already discussed Sioux City doesn't mean we've learned everything about the town or it's unique refrigeration techniques when it comes to boxcars which leads into a whole sidebar conversation about America's hobos. And w…

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Get to Know the GPAC: Dakota Wesleyan 1:11:15

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Send us a text This week Andy, Troy and Coach Chapa dive into the history of Dakota Wesleyan University. Whether it's John's rules for singing, the Corn Palace to "the one thing that's beautiful about golf" we're sure there's a Charlie Daniels song for you....so let's drop our flax and head out to Mitchell, SD! To register for our golf tournament e…

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Get to Know the GPAC: Briar Cliff University 1:18:59

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Send us a text This week, the boys discuss Briar Cliff University and they may cross a line or two... Find out why Meriwether Lewis got shot in the butt...learn about the biggest star from Sioux City and the Love Boat (and if your stick around you may get in on a little modern day parody of that...) also this: "Ward, you were a little hard on the B…

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Get To Know The GPAC: Northwestern College 1:02:03

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Send us a text This week, Coach Chapa, Andy and Troy discuss Northwestern College from Orange City, IA. Find out what the deal is with the Dutch story behind Northwestern, learn a little bit about the community of Orange City, some unexpected conspiracy theories, and a whole lot of unnecessary sidebar conversations as we learn about the Red Raiders…

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Get to Know the GPAC: Midland University 1:02:13

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Send us a text This week, Andy, Troy and Coach Chapa get to know the Warriors of Midland University - another ELCA affiliated school with the same mascot! It's like cardinals fighting in a mirror! We'll learn about Fremont, Nebraska too and the hits keep on coming! It's Warriors v. Warriors this week from the bunker! To register your golf team emai…

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Getting to Know the GPAC: Hastings College 1:04:46

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Send us a text This week, Andy, Troy and Coach Chapa get to know Hastings College and the community of Hastings, Nebraska. You won't want to miss this one because a secret identity is revealed and the bureaucratic tailgating procedures of Hastings College are discussed along with a fairly in-depth discussion about Kool-Aid. Find out why, right here…

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Getting to Know the GPAC: Mount Marty University 1:06:39

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Send us a text This week, Andy, Troy and Coach Chapa discuss Mount Marty University and its hometown, Yankton, South Dakota. Take the trip, learn a little about the school's history, famous folks from Yankton and Mount Marty, why there's a historical marker about the USS Scorpion and where to get the best pizza and chicken in town...as far as we kn…

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Get to Know the GPAC: Doane University 1:12:59

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Send us a text This week Andy, Troy and Coach Chapa gather together to discuss Doane University - one of the founding institutions of the GPAC, the oldest private college in Nebraska and one of the oldest football programs in Nebraska - oh yeah, and it happens to be Coach Chapa's alma mater (and his wife Nicole!) There are some interesting connecti…

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Get to Know the GPAC: Concordia University, Nebraska 1:01:50

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Send us a text Coach Chapa joins Andy and Troy for the Summer Series: Get to Know the GPAC starting out with a full on review of Concordia University, Nebraska. Learn all about our first opponent in the GPAC this season, the Concordia University system, and the town of Seward, NE which we'll be gracing with our presence in just a couple short month…

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Introducing: Get To Know the GPAC Summer Series with Head Coach Chapa 1:00:20

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Send us a text This week, Andy and Troy are joined in the bunker by Coach Chapa. They announce the summer series that will introduce all our WUBall fans to the other teams and schools in the new conference. Each week, the trio will riff on one program, its institution, and the home town within which it resides. We're going to do some pretty stellar…

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Glory Days! 53:42

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Send us a text This week, Andy returns to the bunker and joins Troy to discuss the "glory days" of their own playing careers which leads to the discussion how much equipment in football and sports overall has changed in the last few decades - it's about safety but it helps to look good while you're doing it. To register for the first GridIron Club …

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Painted into the Bunker... 57:02

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Send us a text This week, Troy has actually painted himself into the bunker while refurbishing the steps and left Andy stuck outside! Well, what to do while we wait for the paint to dry? How about we tell you about the new officers of the GridIron Club and our FIVE awesome committees that make this 501c3 organization GO and GROW! Find out what each…