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The Stride Report

The Stride Report

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Welcome to The Stride Report! Join Ben Weisel and Garrett Zatlin every Wednesday as they take a deep dive into all of the key distance running action and headlines throughout the NCAA. With in-depth analysis, inside knowledge of major news stories and light-hearted banter, The Stride Report is a "must have" in your podcast rotation. Be sure to rate, review, and most importantly, subscribe!The Stride Report
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  • The NCAA Just Made a HUGE Rule Change!
    Jul 1 2026

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    On this week’s episode of The Stride Report Podcast, Ben and Garrett break down the NCAA’s major new eligibility rule changes and what they could mean for the future of collegiate track and field. The guys explain the details of the new policies and examine the potential ripple effects across recruiting, roster management, and competitive balance. They also dive into how these changes could impact recruiting services and the broader NCAA landscape before wrapping up with their thoughts on whether these new rules are ultimately a positive step for the sport. Be sure to listen, subscribe and review!

    (2:50) Breaking Down The New NCAA Eligibility Rule Changes

    (31:06) How Does This Affect Recruiting Services?

    (38:27) Are These Good Changes?

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    51 mins
  • NCAA Champion Rosemary Longisa to Iowa State! Plus, Wisconsin Hires Chris Solinsky
    Jun 24 2026

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    On this week’s episode of The Stride Report Podcast, Ben and Garrett dive into a busy recap of coaching moves and transfer portal news that could have major influence on the NCAA landscape heading into cross country season. The guys break down Chris Solinsky taking over as the new Director of Wisconsin’s cross country and track & field programs before discussing the blockbuster transfer of NCAA 1500m champion Rosemary Longisa to Iowa State. They also analyze Carmen Cernjul’s commitment to Northern Arizona, Rachel Forsyth’s move to NC State, Valentin Soca joining Georgia and Aniya Mosley heading to Virginia Tech. From coaching hires to championship-caliber transfers, Ben and Garrett discuss the biggest moves and what they mean for the upcoming NCAA season. Be sure to listen, subscribe and review!

    (2:33) Wisconsin hires Chris Solinsky as Director of Cross Country and Track & Field

    (12:03) Rosemary Longisa Transfers to Iowa State

    (20:27) Northern Arizona Signs Swedish Distance Star Carmen Cernjul

    (25:33) Rachel Forsyth Transfers to NC State

    (33:33) Valentin Soca Signs as Graduate Transfer with Georgia

    (41:59) Aniya Mosley Signs as Graduate Transfer with Virginia Tech

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    50 mins
  • Jallow’s MONSTER 800m Run, DQ Controversy & Birnbaum Breaks the NCAA 1500m Curse
    Jun 17 2026

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    On this week’s episode of The Stride Report Podcast, Ben and Garrett recap a thrilling 2026 NCAA Outdoor Championships headlined by Sanu Jallow-Lockhart’s historic 1:56.85 (800) NCAA record in what may have been the greatest collegiate women’s 800m race ever. The guys dive into the controversy surrounding Doris Lemngole’s disqualification that opened the door for Marion Jepngetich to claim 5k gold, along with victories from Mercyline Kirwa in the 10k and Taylor Lovell in the steeplechase. They also break down Colin Sahlman’s electrifying kick to win the men’s 800m title, Simeon Birnbaum conquering the NCAA’s 1500m curse, and Habtom Samuel’s incredible distance double with victories in both the 10k and 5k. The episode wraps with championship performances from Geoffrey Kirwa and Rosemary Longisa, as Ben and Garrett unpack one of the most memorable NCAA meets in recent memory. Be sure to listen, subscribe and review!

    (3:44) Sanu Jallow Runs NCAA Record of 1:56.85 in Fastest Collegiate 800m Race Ever

    (11:33) Jepngetich Wins 5k Gold After Lemngole is DQ’d

    (21:09) Mercyline Kirwa Upsets Field to Win NCAA 10k Title

    (29:23) Colin Sahlman Wins NCAA 800m Title With Massive Kick

    (37:45 Birnbaum Breaks NCAA 1500m “Curse”, Wins National Title

    (43:16) Habtom Samuel Runs 27:51 to Win Second Career NCAA 10k Title

    (49:41) Habtom Samuel Rides 55-Second Final Lap to Earn NCAA 5k Title

    (55:06) Taylor Lovell Rides Huge Kick to NCAA Steeple Title

    (1:00:34) Geoffrey Kirwa Holds Off Kiptanui to Win Steeple Title

    (1:03:47) Rosemary Longisa Goes Wire-to-Wire to Win NCAA 1500m Title

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    1 hr and 11 mins
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