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  • Let’s Debate Altitude Conversions (Again) & FAST 1k Times!
    Jan 20 2026

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    On this week’s episode of The Stride Report Podcast, Ben and Garrett reopen the altitude conversion debate after another wave of fast performances sparks controversy. They break down big converted mile runs from Hayley Burns, Isaiah Givens, and NAU’s Tor Hotung-Davidsen and Ford Washburn, before diving into a blazing stretch of 1000m performances, including Hayley Kitching’s NCAA record. The guys also highlight Washington’s Tyler Billiard, Penn State’s depth with four sub-2:20 runs, Juliette Whittaker’s latest statement win, and Mia Cochran’s strong mile showing. Fast times, strong opinions, and plenty of debate in a packed episode. Be sure to listen, subscribe and review!

    (2:24) Hayley Burns Runs Converted 4:25 Mile

    (11:03) Isaiah Givens Runs Converted 3:51 Mile

    (14:41) Hayley Kitching Sets NCAA 1000m Record

    (19:22) NAU’s Tor Hotung-Davidsen & Ford Washburn Run 3:53 & 3:54 Converted Miles

    (24:38) Washington’s Tyler Billiard Runs 2:17 (1k)

    (29:38) Penn State Has Four Men Go Under 2:20 (1k)

    (33:37) Juliette Whitaker Finds Another Gear, Takes 1k Win Over Chloe Foerster

    (38:37) Mia Cochran Runs 4:30 Mile

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    44 mins
  • Karrie Baloga to BYU! Plus, Annual NCAA Qualifying Over/Unders!
    Jan 14 2026

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    On this week’s episode of The Stride Report Podcast, Ben is back alongside Garrett as they break down a wave of recruiting news, headlined by Karrie Baloga joining BYU, plus key additions at Clemson, New Mexico, and Tennessee. Then it’s time for one of the most anticipated episodes of the year: the annual NCAA qualifying over/unders! The guys go event by event — from the 800m to the mile, 3k, 5k, and DMR — debating where the national qualifying lines will land on both the men’s and women’s sides. Plenty of projections, disagreements, and bold takes as the indoor track season picture starts to come into focus. Be sure to listen, subscribe and review!

    (3:21) Karrie Baloga Joins BYU

    (9:33) Nancy Cherop Signs With Clemson

    (13:51) Pasanjo Kitonga Joining New Mexico

    (18:00) Faith Chepchumba Joining Tennessee

    (23:34) Men’s 800m National Qualifying Line

    (27:59) Women’s 800m National Qualifying Line

    (30:00) Men’s Mile National Qualifying Lines

    (34:35) Women’s Mile National Qualifying Lines

    (38:23) Men’s 3k National Qualifying Lines

    (41:47) Women’s 3k National Qualifying Lines

    (44:56) Men’s 5k National Qualifying Lines

    (48:00) Women’s 5k National Qualifying Lines

    (50:33) Men’s DMR National Qualifying Lines

    (52:49) Women’s DMR National Qualifying Lines

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    58 mins
  • NCAA Freshman Class Rankings! Who Has The Best Rookies in the Nation?
    Jan 7 2026

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    On this week’s episode of The Stride Report Podcast, Garrett is joined by Maura Beattie to break down the NCAA freshman class rankings and debate which programs brought in the best rookies in the nation. The two TSR veterans dig into surprising trends among this year’s newcomers, highlight standout teams and true home-run recruiting classes, and discuss which programs might deserve to move up or down the rankings. The conversation also touches on limited freshman classes at Washington and Oregon, a few honorable mention surprises, and wraps with Maura revealing her top freshman classes on both the men’s and women’s sides. Be sure to listen, subscribe and review!

    (3:46) Surprising Freshmen Trends

    (5:38) Standout Teams

    (13:22) Homerun Classes

    (19:21) Who Should Move Up/Down?

    (25:08) Limited Freshmen Recruiting Classes at Washington and Oregon

    (28:14) Honorable Mention Surprises

    (36:14) Maura’s Top Freshman Classes (Men)

    (38:22) Maura’s Top Freshman Classes (Women)

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    43 mins
  • NCAA Controversies & Elite Transfers!
    Dec 31 2025

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    On this week’s episode of The Stride Report Podcast, Garrett is joined by special guests Conor Daly and Rachel Hickey to break down a wave of NCAA headlines and major transfer news shaking up the distance running world. Conor and Garrett start with the NCAA denying Emily Venters’ appeal for a 2023 gold medal and Mohammed Bati being ruled ineligible for the 2026 track season before diving into a busy transfer cycle! Later, Rachel joins Garrett to discuss Justine Kipkoech’s move to Colorado, Bismack Kipchirchir heading to Alabama and Karrie Baloga entering the transfer portal, along with a string of notable moves involving Boise State, Duke, Kentucky, and more. It’s a packed episode full of debate and what these decisions could mean for the NCAA landscape moving forward. Be sure to listen, subscribe and review!

    (1:52) Emily Venters’ Appeal For 2023 Gold Denied by NCAA

    (8:13) Mohammed Bati Deemed Ineligible for 2026 Track Seasons

    (17:46) Justine Kipkoech Transfers to Colorado

    (21:19) Bismack Kipchirchir Leaves Akron For Alabama

    (25:30) Karrie Baloga Enters Transfer Portal

    (30:15) Meshack Kuyo Leaving Boise State For Duke

    (33:42) Chasen Hunt Heading Back to D3 Lynchburg

    (36:04) Ann Lemirisho Leaves Cincinnati For Kentucky

    (39:30) Sergio Del Barrio Enters Transfer Portal

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    44 mins
  • INDOOR TRACK PREVIEW! Who is Favored to Win NCAA Gold???
    Dec 24 2025

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    On this week’s episode of The Stride Report Podcast, Garrett goes solo to preview the NCAA indoor track season and break down who’s favored to take home national titles! He runs through the women’s and men’s 800-meter, mile, 3k and 5k fields, highlighting top contenders, sleepers and key storylines to watch as the season gets underway. Garrett also closes with a look at the DMR on both sides, examining which programs are best positioned to strike gold in one of the national meet’s marquee events. It’s a full event-by-event guide to what could be a thrilling NCAA indoor season. Be sure to listen, subscribe and review!

    (2:17) Women’s 800m Preview

    (7:30) Men’s 800m Preview

    (15:49) Women’s Mile Preview

    (24:02) Men’s Mile Preview

    (31:17) Women’s 3k Preview

    (36:57) Men’s 3k Preview

    (43:20) Women’s 5k Preview

    (47:25) Men’s 5k Preview

    (52:14) Women’s DMR Preview

    (54:08) Men’s DMR Preview

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    59 mins
  • Roisin Willis Turns PRO! Plus, STAR Transfers on the Move! ️
    Dec 16 2025

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    On this week’s episode of The Stride Report Podcast, Ben and Garrett react to one of December’s biggest headlines as Roisin Willis officially turns pro, breaking down what it means for her future and the collegiate landscape she leaves behind. They also dive into major coaching and transfer news, including Cale Wallace being named Arkansas’ new men’s cross country coach and Ernest Cheruiyot’s move from Texas Tech to Arkansas. The guys track a flurry of portal movement with Valentin Soca, Zane Bergen and Jackson Shorten, analyze Wake Forest’s addition of French standout Aurielian Radja, and hit on key signings across the country to round out a packed episode full of early-season intrigue. Be sure to listen, subscribe and review!

    (2:24) Roisin Willis Turns Pro

    (8:24) Cale Wallace Named Arkansas Men’s Head Cross Country Coach

    (12:29) Ernest Cheruiyot Leaves Texas Tech for Arkansas

    (17:37) Valentin Soca Enters Transfer Portal

    (23:57) Zane Bergen Enters Transfer Portal

    (28:24) Jackson Shorten Transfers to Oregon

    (32:09) Wake Forrest Bring in French Aurielian Radja

    (36:11) Lyla Belshaw Signs With Louisville

    (40:57) Bradley Giblin Heading to Eastern Kentucky

    (43:14) Arizona Signs Mercy Chepkemoi

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    47 mins
  • Is Jane Hedengren America’s Next Distance Running Prodigy?
    Dec 10 2025

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    On this week’s episode of The Stride Report Podcast, Ben and Garrett unpack a massive weekend in Boston headlined by Jane Hedengren’s jaw-dropping 14:44 NCAA 5k record, a run that has them wondering if she’s America’s next true distance prodigy. The guys break down Riley Chamberlain’s 14:58 all-timer, Habtom Samuel’s narrow 5k win over Marco Langon, and a string of elite performances across the board, including Salma Elbadra’s 8:41 NCAA #5 all-time 3k and Colin Sahlman’s razor-thin victory over George Couttie. The guys highlight Helen Braybrook’s D2 mile record, James Harding’s breakthrough PR, and Tayissa Buchanan’s dominant wire-to-wire 800m win before wrapping with the men’s 800m recap. Be sure to listen, subscribe and review!

    (2:29) Jane Hedengren Runs NCAA 5k Record of 14:44

    (13:01) Riley Chamberlain Runs NCAA #7 All-Time 5k Mark of 14:58

    (20:05) Habtom Samuel Narrowly Edges Marco Langon to Claim 5k Win in Boston

    (25:49) Salma Elbadra Runs NCAA #5 All-Time 3k Mark of 8:41 to Defeat Vera Sjoberg

    (32:45) Colin Sahlman Beats George Couttie by 0.03 in 3k

    (39:28) Helen Braybrook Breaks NCAA D2 Record via 4:30.03 Mile Performance

    (42:13) James Harding Runs Seven-Second PR to Claim Mile Win

    (46:45) Tayissa Buchanan Goes Wire-to-Wire With 2:02.67 Performance for 800m Win

    (48:17) Men’s 800m Recap & Review

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    54 mins
  • Habtom Samuel vs Brian Musau vs Marco Langon! BU Season Opener Preview!
    Dec 3 2025

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    On this week’s episode of The Stride Report Podcast, Ben and Garrett break down a loaded Boston University Season Opener! The guys dive into the headline men’s 5k featuring a marquee showdown among Habtom Samuel, Brian Musau and Marco Langon before turning to the women’s 5k and the many breakout candidates lining up for fast times. The guys continue with full previews of the 3k and mile fields for both men and women, highlighting top contenders, dark horses and the storylines that could define the opening weekend of indoor track! It’s the perfect primer for what promises to be an electric start to the season. Be sure to listen, subscribe and review!

    (3:39) Boston University Season Opener 5k Preview (Men)

    (14:51) Boston University Season Opener 5k Preview (Women)

    (24:47) Boston University Season Opener 3k Preview (Men)

    (31:33) Boston University Season Opener 3k Preview (Women)

    (39:01) Boston University Season Opener Mile Preview (Men)

    (42:18) Boston University Season Opener Mile Preview (Women)

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    48 mins