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Tuesday · 29 min
One Second Changed Michigan’s Season | The Lab
Michigan found a way.Chris Wormley and Jordan Morgan break down Michigan's dramatic season-opening win over Western Michigan, JJ Buchanan's unforgettable Hail Mary touchdown, what the Wolverines showed by fighting until the final second, and what needs to improve before a huge matchup with Oklahoma.Then, Michigan standout Donovan Peoples-Jones joins The Lab to talk about the Wolverines, Andrew Marsh, the Michigan-Michigan State rivalry, the story behind his iconic Paul Bunyan celebration and the lifelong brotherhood that comes with playing at Michigan.Wormley and Morgan also dive into Michigan Basketball's European tour, the potential of the Wolverines' new-look roster and why the experience could pay dividends later in the season.
September 4 · 7 min
Who Assembled the Better Team? | The LAB
The first pack opening of the 2026 Valiant Michigan Football Trading Cards is here!Hosts of The LAB, Chris Wormley and Jordan Morgan, open packs from the new 2026 Valiant Michigan Football Trading Card Collection, featuring current Wolverines and Michigan Football legends.The packs include limited-edition parallels, specialty inserts, 1-of-1s and authentic autographs, with cards featuring Bryce Underwood, Jordan Marshall, Andrew Marsh, Rod Moore and more, alongside Michigan legends including Anthony Carter, Dan Dierdorf, Jim Harbaugh and Bo Schembechler.Chris and Jordan go card-for-card, discuss what makes each player stand out and see who can build the better team before picking their top three cards.Who had the better pulls? Let us know in the comments.Shop the 2026 Valiant Michigan Football Trading Cards:https://shop.championscircleuofm.com/s/cmtcVisit Champions Circle NIL Shop:https://shop.championscircleuofm.com/s/9a811aLearn more about our partnership with Champions Circle: https://www.collegesportsco.com/news/champions-circle-and-college-sports-co-launch-champ-media
September 4 · 15 min
Football or Basketball: What Is Michigan REALLY Known For? | The Lab
Chris Wormley and Jordan Morgan are talking all things Michigan — and they're starting with a debate Wolverines fans will definitely have opinions about: Is Michigan a football school or a basketball school?The former Michigan Football standout and former Michigan Basketball star compare championship teams, debate which sport is harder to play, revisit unforgettable Wolverines moments and explain what makes the Michigan fanbase unlike any other.Wormley makes the case for Michigan Football's championship tradition, while Morgan argues for Michigan Basketball's success, cultural impact and recent dominance. They also debate the 2023 football championship team vs. the basketball championship squad, whether basketball players could transition to football, whether football players could survive on a basketball court and the near-impossible challenge of hitting an MLB fastball.Plus, Chris and Jordan explain why they wanted to stay connected to Michigan Athletics and what fans can expect from The Lab and Champ Media throughout the season.
September 3 · 32 min
Michigan’s New Defenders Are Ready to Cause Havoc | The Team
Michigan Football is back — and the Wolverines are ready for their first game under the lights at the Big House.On this episode of The Team, Chase Herbstreit sits down with Michigan linebacker Nathaniel Staehling and defensive end Carter Meadows ahead of Week 1 against Western Michigan.Staehling opens up about his journey from North Dakota State to Michigan, becoming a leader in a new locker room, his relationship with Coach Whittingham, the expectations surrounding the Wolverines defense and why Michigan's matchup with Minnesota will be especially personal for him.Then, Meadows talks about adjusting to college football, growing up in a basketball family, his hidden R&B singing talent and the recruiting decision that came down to Michigan and Ohio State — and why he ultimately knew Ann Arbor was where he belonged.Plus, hear what both defenders expect from Michigan's defense, what Wolverines fans can expect from their playing styles and what it means to finally run onto the field at the Big House under the lights.Who do you want Chase Herbstreit to sit down with next? Let us know in the comments.Subscribe for more Michigan Football, exclusive player interviews and behind-the-scenes access from The Team.
September 2 · 22 min
Jake Guarnera on Protecting Bryce Underwood & Michigan’s 2026 Season | The Lab
Jake Guarnera joins The Lab for an inside look at Michigan Football heading into the 2026 season.The Michigan offensive lineman breaks down the Wolverines’ progression through fall camp, the battles happening in the trenches, his transition to center and the responsibility of protecting quarterback Bryce Underwood. Guarnera explains why Underwood’s preparation has made that relationship easy, what Michigan’s offensive line expects from itself and why the Wolverines are ready to finally line up against somebody other than their own teammates.Jake also discusses Michigan defensive lineman Dom Nichols, his place on the Rimington Award watch list, Michigan’s championship expectations and the mentality required to navigate another difficult Big Ten schedule. He says his individual goal of becoming the best center possible ultimately feeds Michigan’s larger goals: competing for a Big Ten championship, reaching the College Football Playoff and fighting for a national championship.Then, the conversation shifts to Michigan Basketball and its European foreign tour, including what fans should actually take away from the Wolverines facing experienced international competition.
August 11 · 26 min
Why Michigan Means Everything to Rich Eisen | Hail to Her
Rich Eisen joins Haley Polk on Hail to Her for a special conversation about what makes the University of Michigan different — and why his connection to the Wolverines has only grown stronger through the years.From The Michigan Daily and stand-up comedy in Ann Arbor to ESPN, The Rich Eisen Show and the NFL Combine, Eisen reflects on how Michigan helped shape his career and why the Block M remains such a meaningful part of his life.Eisen also opens up about Michigan's national championship, the Ohio State rivalry, Blake Corum, the rise of women's sports, Michigan athletes making their mark in the NFL and what he's excited to see next from the Wolverines.Haley caught up with Eisen from The Rich Eisen Show pop-up studio at the Champions Circle Golf Classic at The Cardinal at Saint John's Resort in Plymouth, Michigan.Subscribe for more exclusive Michigan Athletics conversations, features and behind-the-scenes access.
August 5 · 37 min
She Qualified for the Olympics With Appendicitis | Hail to Her
Two-time Olympian and Michigan swimming star Stephanie Balduccini reveals how she competed at the Olympic trials with appendicitis, qualified for the Paris Games and then went directly to the hospital for surgery.Stephanie joins Haley Polk on Hail to Her to discuss reaching her first Olympics at only 16, experiencing imposter syndrome in Tokyo, moving from Brazil to Michigan, winning a Big Ten championship and navigating NIL restrictions as an international student-athlete.She also opens up about the mental and emotional side of elite swimming, nearly walking away from the sport, rediscovering her joy through a coaching change and setting her sights on an NCAA title and a possible third Olympic appearance at Los Angeles 2028.
August 4 · 45 min
Michigan Track Star Trent McFarland Explains His Viral Celebration | A2
Michigan middle-distance star Trent McFarland joins Angel Randalle on A2 to discuss his journey from walk-on to scholarship athlete, finishing second at the NCAA Championships, breaking Michigan records and competing against some of the world’s best runners at the Prefontaine Classic.Trent also reveals the Penn Relays celebration that nearly got Michigan disqualified, how his father’s tough love shaped his competitive mentality, why he chose to stay close to home and what it means to represent the Block M.Plus, Trent discusses NIL, building his personal brand, signing with a major running company, working with an agent, his professional track aspirations and the lessons he learned from the worst race of his career.Watch through the end to hear how Trent defines success—and what he hopes Michigan fans remember about his career.
July 28 · 32 min
He Left Home at 11 to Chase Gymnastics - Then Won a National Title | A2
Michigan gymnast and NCAA national champion Solen Chiodi joins Angel Randalle on A2 to tell the remarkable story behind his journey from Marquette, Michigan, to the University of Michigan.At just 11 years old, Chiodi realized he had outgrown the gymnastics opportunities available in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. His solution? Tell his parents he was moving to Minnesota to live with his grandparents and pursue his dream. He packed his things, made his case and began a journey that would eventually take him to Team USA and a national championship at Michigan.Chiodi opens up about growing up on a farm near Lake Superior, the sacrifices his family made for his gymnastics career, the inspiration he gets from his younger sister Ida, and why the mental side of gymnastics can be even harder than the physical side.He also takes us inside Michigan’s national championship run, his relationship with teammates like Fred Richard, overcoming a year-long mental block, building his social media following, navigating NIL opportunities and the hilarious 10-second video that unexpectedly reached around one million views.Plus, Solen puts his Michigan teammates on the spot in rapid fire, pitches his dream partnership to Synergy Kombucha and shares the advice he would give the 11-year-old version of himself who risked everything to chase his dream.
July 22 · 26 min
Michigan Means More Than the Olympics to Sophia Diaz | Hail to Her
Michigan gymnast Sophia Diaz joins Hail to Her to discuss one of the most exciting moments of her career—representing the Dominican Republic on the international stage while continuing to compete for the Wolverines.Sophia shares what it meant to wear her family's colors, qualifying for the World Championships, balancing elite and NCAA gymnastics, setting goals that have fueled her success at Michigan, and why she'd choose winning a national championship with her teammates over competing in the Olympics. She also talks about the Instagram post that unexpectedly went viral, NIL opportunities, life in Ann Arbor, and what she's working toward this season. If you're a Michigan fan, you’ll love hearing the stories behind this elite athlete and her love for the Wolverines.
July 21 · 24 min
The Heart of Michigan Volleyball: Sydney Schnichels | A2
Sydney Schnichels joins A2 with Angel Randalle to talk about transferring from Minnesota to Michigan, rediscovering her confidence, leading one of college volleyball's most energetic teams, and why her faith remains the foundation of everything she does.Sydney shares what makes Michigan different, how NIL has changed college athletics, her favorite Ann Arbor restaurants, growing up as the oldest of five siblings, and why she hopes her younger sisters someday become even better volleyball players than she is.She also opens up about the emotional victory over Minnesota, finding confidence after transferring, her dream NIL partnership with Dolce Vita, and the mindset that's helped her become one of Michigan Volleyball's biggest leaders.Chapters:00:00 Welcome Sydney Schnichels02:00 Life in Ann Arbor03:37 Best restaurants in Ann Arbor05:11 Faith comes before volleyball06:21 Family & growing up07:00 Becoming Michigan's biggest hype woman08:02 Mentoring younger sisters10:04 Tough love 11:03 Why transferring to Michigan changed everything13:03 What makes Michigan special15:41 NIL opportunities at Michigan17:10 Building a personal brand18:24 Favorite NIL partnerships19:29 Dream partnership21:40 Championship celebrations22:23 Learning to love soccer & excellence23:08 Advice for young athletesLearn more about our partnership with Champions Circle: https://www.collegesportsco.com/news/champions-circle-and-college-sports-co-launch-champ-mediaFOLLOW CHAMP MEDIA HERE:► TWITTER | https://x.com/ChampMediaCo► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@champmediaco► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/champmediaco► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/@ChampMediaCo► SPOTIFY | ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/2tW4bh8jQggJuDCpDnVo9k⁠► APPLE | ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/champ-media/id1840236194► FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/share/1Dr7P6YEsv/?mibextid=wwXIfr#GoBlue #MichiganVolleyball #SydneySchnichels
July 14 · 29 min
How Michigan Built One of College Football's Biggest NIL Programs | A2
Former Michigan tight end Ian Bunting joins A2 for an inside look at Michigan Football, NIL, life after the NFL, and what makes the Wolverines one of the premier brands in college athletics. Ian shares stories from playing under Jim Harbaugh, transitioning to the NFL, helping build Michigan's NIL program through Champion Circle, and why athletes today face a completely different world than previous generations. The conversation also dives into Blake Corum, JJ McCarthy, Bryce Underwood, Adrien Nunez, Michigan's NFL pipeline, leadership, branding, entrepreneurship, and why student-athletes should never lose sight of simply enjoying the game. Along the way, Ian and Angel visit one of Ann Arbor's favorite local restaurants while discussing football, food, business, and the future of college athletics. Chapters: 00:00 Meet Ian Bunting 02:00 Why Frita Bar Is a Michigan Staple 05:52 What It's Like Playing at Michigan 07:24 Ian's Favorite Ann Arbor Restaurants 09:22 Michigan to the NFL 11:14 Bryce Underwood & How College Football Has Changed 14:54 Building Michigan's NIL Program 16:08 The Biggest Pros and Cons of NIL 19:00 Blake Corum & JJ McCarthy Did NIL Right 20:48 Why NIL Isn't Just for Star Players 22:27 Would Ian Have Dominated NIL? 24:42 His Favorite Michigan Brand Partnership 26:11 Advice Every College Athlete Needs to Hear 28:14 Final Thoughts Learn more about our partnership with Champions Circle: https://www.collegesportsco.com/news/champions-circle-and-college-sports-co-launch-champ-media FOLLOW CHAMP MEDIA HERE: ► TWITTER | https://x.com/ChampMediaCo ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@champmediaco ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/champmediaco ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/@ChampMediaCo ► SPOTIFY | ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/2tW4bh8jQggJuDCpDnVo9k⁠ ► APPLE | ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/champ-media/id1840236194 ► FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/share/1Dr7P6YEsv/?mibextid=wwXIfr #MichiganFootball #GoBlue #CollegeFootball Tags - Michigan Football, Michigan Wolverines, Ian Bunting, Michigan NIL, Champion Circle, Blake Corum, JJ McCarthy, Bryce Underwood, Adrian Nunez, Jim Harbaugh, Michigan recruiting, Big Ten Football, College Football, Wolverines Podcast, Michigan Athletics, NIL explained, Name Image Likeness, Ann Arbor, Michigan interview, college athlete, football podcast, Go Blue, Michigan players, college sports, NCAA Football
July 8 · 37 min
A National Championship Wasn’t the Finish Line for Gabby Wilson | Hail To Her
Michigan National Champion gymnast Gabby Wilson joins Hail to Her for one of the most meaningful conversations you'll hear about life after sports.Gabby opens up about winning a national championship, navigating identity after retirement, building confidence beyond competition, leadership, faith, purpose, and why athletes often struggle when the games finally end.She also shares how her new leadership program, Discover Your Inner Champion, is helping young athletes build confidence rooted in values—not results.Chapters:00:00 Meet Michigan Champion Gabby Wilson01:10 From National Champion to Leadership02:40 Why She Chose Student Development03:25 Finding Purpose After Sports05:00 Why Your Identity Can't Be Your Sport06:40 The Transition Every Athlete Faces07:28 Escaping the Achievement Mindset08:35 Why Athletes Miss Competition So Much12:00 Learning to Slow Down13:55 Living for Something Bigger17:00 Discover Your Inner Champion25:20 Confidence Starts From Within30:00 Winning a National Championship34:40 Advice for Athletes Losing Their Identity35:00 Faith Changed Everything37:30 Final ThoughtsLearn more about our partnership with Champions Circle: https://www.collegesportsco.com/news/champions-circle-and-college-sports-co-launch-champ-mediaFOLLOW CHAMP MEDIA HERE:► TWITTER | https://x.com/ChampMediaCo► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@champmediaco► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/champmediaco► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/@ChampMediaCo► SPOTIFY | ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/2tW4bh8jQggJuDCpDnVo9k⁠► APPLE | ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/champ-media/id1840236194► FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/share/1Dr7P6YEsv/?mibextid=wwXIfr#GoBlue #MichiganGymnastics #CollegeAthletics
July 7 · 42 min
From Red River to the Big House: Jaime Ffrench’s New Chapter | The Team
Jaime Ffrench is officially in Ann Arbor — and he’s already got a few games circled.In this episode, Chase Herbstreit sits down with Michigan wide receiver Jaime Ffrench to talk about his move from Texas to Michigan, why he didn’t originally plan on entering the transfer portal, what stood out about the Wolverines, and how life has been adjusting from Florida and Austin weather to Ann Arbor snow.Jaime opens up about the receiver room, Coach Simon’s energy, the brotherhood at Michigan, what he learned from the Texas wideouts, why the future Texas matchup is already on his calendar, and how much of that old Oklahoma rivalry still carries over.From there the guys check out the gold simulator, check out the latest player ratings in EA Sports College Football 26, and then end things with a wild finish on the sticks. Subscribe for more Michigan Football interviews, player features, behind-the-scenes conversations, and Wolverines content all season.Chapters:0:00 Welcome Jaime Ffrench1:41 Spring Ball2:06 Joining New WR Group2:38 Coach Simon Stands Out3:10 Why Jaime Left Texas4:10 Biggest Differences From Texas5:46 Returning to Austin This Year6:52 Oklahoma Rivalry7:14 Games He's Most Excited For8:00 Growing Up in Jacksonville8:52 NFL Receivers He Studies9:34 Expectations for 202610:00 Life Outside Football11:18 Favorite Food in Ann Arbor11:42 Golf Simulator Challenge16:11 EA Sports College Football 26 Begins20:06 Jaime Reacts to Player Ratings33:30 UFC & Sports Talk34:35 Fourth Quarter Drama39:27 Last-Second Drive41:21 Jaime Gets the WLearn more about our partnership with Champions Circle: https://www.collegesportsco.com/news/champions-circle-and-college-sports-co-launch-champ-mediaFOLLOW CHAMP MEDIA HERE:► TWITTER | https://x.com/ChampMediaCo► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@champmediaco► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/champmediaco► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/@ChampMediaCo► SPOTIFY | ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/2tW4bh8jQggJuDCpDnVo9k⁠► APPLE | ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/champ-media/id1840236194► FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/share/1Dr7P6YEsv/?mibextid=wwXIfr#GoBlue #MichiganFootball #CollegeFootball
July 1 · 27 min
Jack Welcsh Left Division I Football for Michigan Lacrosse | Hail To Her
Three ACL tears. Five knee surgeries. A Division I football career left behind.Even through all of that, somehow, Jack Welcsh still became one of the most respected leaders in Michigan lacrosse history.Jack joins Hail To Her to discuss leaving the University of Cincinnati football program, transferring to Michigan, helping transform one of college lacrosse's newest programs into a Big Ten champion, and what he learned after battling through three devastating ACL injuries.He shares the unforgettable upset over Maryland, why culture mattered more than talent, the mental battle of recovery, leadership through adversity, and why he'd do it all over again.Chapters:00:00 Meet Jack Welcsh00:55 Starting Out in Division I Football01:57 Leaving Football Behind03:43 How Michigan Changed Everything06:01 Turning Michigan Lacrosse Into a Winner07:56 Winning Back-to-Back Big Ten Championships10:45 The Meaning Behind No. 9912:07 The First ACL Tear18:06 Football's Impact on His Lacrosse Career19:23 The Third ACL Injury24:26 Life After Lacrosse25:49 Biggest Lesson From Adversity26:49 Why Michigan Will Always Be HomeLearn more about our partnership with Champions Circle: https://www.collegesportsco.com/news/champions-circle-and-college-sports-co-launch-champ-mediaFOLLOW CHAMP MEDIA HERE:► TWITTER | https://x.com/ChampMediaCo► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@champmediaco► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/champmediaco► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/@ChampMediaCo► SPOTIFY | ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/2tW4bh8jQggJuDCpDnVo9k⁠► APPLE | ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/champ-media/id1840236194► FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/share/1Dr7P6YEsv/?mibextid=wwXIfr#Michigan #MichiganLacrosse #GoBlue #CollegeLacrosse
June 25 · 25 min
Michigan Wrestler Beau Mantañona on WWE, Team USA & Olympic Dreams | The Lab
Michigan wrestler Beau Mantañona joins The Lab to discuss his journey from California to Ann Arbor, representing Team USA at the World Championships in Budapest, wrestling in the Big Ten, building his NIL brand, and pursuing Olympic dreams.Beau also reveals how WWE videos helped him gain thousands of followers, what it feels like to wear the Block M, why Michigan wrestling is built to compete for national championships, and the goals driving him toward the next stage of his career.Chapters:0:00 Meet Beau Mantañona1:00 Why Beau Chose Michigan2:09 Big Ten Wrestling Realities3:24 Why Wrestling Became His Sport4:25 Match Day Preparation5:16 Scouting Opponents 6:08 Intensity of Nationals6:36 How WWE Made Him Go Viral8:31 Favorite WWE Legends Growing Up10:09 What NIL Has Been Like for Him10:27 Seeing His Own Trading Card16:23 Wrestling Without a Game Plan21:48 Graduating From Michigan23:40 The Hardest Part of Moving Across the Country24:44 Hearing "Go Blue" Everywhere He Travels25:07 Final Thoughts and What's NextLearn more about our partnership with Champions Circle: https://www.collegesportsco.com/news/champions-circle-and-college-sports-co-launch-champ-mediaFOLLOW CHAMP MEDIA HERE:► TWITTER | https://x.com/ChampMediaCo► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@champmediaco► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/champmediaco► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/@ChampMediaCo► SPOTIFY | ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/2tW4bh8jQggJuDCpDnVo9k⁠► APPLE | ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/champ-media/id1840236194► FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/share/1Dr7P6YEsv/?mibextid=wwXIfr#GoBlue #MichiganWrestling #NCAAWrestling
June 24 · 18 min
Meet Michigan's 6'5 Ball Hawk Safety | A2
Michigan safety Mason Curtis joins A2 to discuss Michigan Football's new coaching staff, the upgraded weight room, recruiting, training camp, team culture, the Big House atmosphere, and what Wolverines fans can expect this season.Curtis talks about being Michigan's first 2024 commitment, adjusting from Tennessee to Ann Arbor, working with Coach Moore and the new staff, building relationships in the locker room, and his goals for becoming one of the most disruptive defensive backs in college football.He also shares stories about recruiting, team personalities, training camp, NIL, Michigan's evolving culture, and why he believes this Wolverines team will have a completely different feel this fall.Chapters:00:00 Introduction01:12 Tennessee vs Michigan Weather02:12 Morgan Wallen03:03 Favorite Ann Arbor Food Spot04:08 Best Aux On The Team05:55 Michigan Media Training06:27 Biggest Football Stereotypes07:01 Life Outside Football08:39 Being Michigan's First 2024 Commit09:46 Playing Safety At 6'510:36 Portal vs NFL Departures11:24 Loudest Stadiums He's Played In13:42 New Defensive Coaches15:34 Michigan's New Weight Room18:00 Mason's Personal Goals18:14 Closing ThoughtsLearn more about our partnership with Champions Circle: https://www.collegesportsco.com/news/champions-circle-and-college-sports-co-launch-champ-mediaFOLLOW CHAMP MEDIA HERE:► TWITTER | https://x.com/ChampMediaCo► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@champmediaco► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/champmediaco► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/@ChampMediaCo► SPOTIFY | ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/2tW4bh8jQggJuDCpDnVo9k⁠► APPLE | ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/champ-media/id1840236194► FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/share/1Dr7P6YEsv/?mibextid=wwXIfr#MichiganFootball #GoBlue #MasonCurtis
June 23 · 24 min
Football, Family, and Fight Night at Michigan | The Team
Chase Herbstreit sits down with Michigan football teammates Aisea “Ice” Moa and Salesi Moa for a fun, behind-the-scenes conversation about brotherhood, transferring to Michigan, playing together in Ann Arbor, Coach Whit, adjusting to a new locker room, and what fans can expect this season.The Moa brothers talk about what it means to finally play on the same college team, why Michigan felt like home, the bond inside the Wolverines’ new-look roster, and Salesi’s mindset after making a big spring game catch.Then the episode turns into full chaos as Chase, Ice, and Salesi fire up the UFC game and settle things on the sticks.Chapters:00:00 Chase Herbstreit welcomes Ice & Salesi Moa01:05 How “Ice” Started01:25 The Moa brothers playing together at Michigan02:24 Ice becoming the older brother on the team03:54 The differences of playing with your brother04:31 Ice’s Portal Experience05:43 Salesi’s Portal Experience06:17 Relationship with Coach Whit07:45 Adjusting to Michigan’s locker room08:51 Spring game catch09:22 Expectations this year10:50 UFC game challenge15:40 Chase enters the UFC tournament20:26 Championship rematch23:31 Closing thoughtsLearn more about our partnership with Champions Circle: https://www.collegesportsco.com/news/champions-circle-and-college-sports-co-launch-champ-mediaFOLLOW CHAMP MEDIA HERE:► TWITTER | https://x.com/ChampMediaCo► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@champmediaco► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/champmediaco► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/@ChampMediaCo► SPOTIFY | ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/2tW4bh8jQggJuDCpDnVo9k⁠► APPLE | ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/champ-media/id1840236194► FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/share/1Dr7P6YEsv/?mibextid=wwXIfr#MichiganFootball #GoBlue #CollegeFootball
June 18 · 20 min
She Left Home at 15 to Chase Her Tennis Dreams | Hail To Her
Michigan women's tennis standout Gabriella Lindgren joins Hail To Her to discuss her incredible journey from Sweden to Canada, training in Florida, living on her own at just 15 years old, and becoming one of Michigan Tennis' rising stars.Gabriella opens up about growing up in a hockey family, adjusting to college tennis, playing for the Wolverines, her professional tennis goals, and the lessons that helped her succeed at one of the nation's premier athletic programs.From NHL roots to NCAA aspirations, this is the story behind one of Michigan's most fascinating student-athletes.Chapters:00:00 Meet Gabriella Lindgren01:00 Growing Up in Sweden01:27 Speaking Multiple Languages02:05 Discovering Tennis at Age 1002:45 Moving to Canada03:30 The Recruiting Process05:20 The Hockey Connection06:24 Growing Up in a Competitive Family07:42 Going From High School Tennis to College09:41 Living Alone at 15 in Florida10:40 Tennis Hotspots Around the World11:24 International Athletes in College Tennis12:47 Early Success at Michigan15:50 Professional Tennis Dreams16:19 Favorite Tennis Players18:12 Dream NIL Partnerships19:11 Final ThoughtsLearn more about our partnership with Champions Circle: https://www.collegesportsco.com/news/champions-circle-and-college-sports-co-launch-champ-mediaFOLLOW CHAMP MEDIA HERE:► TWITTER | https://x.com/ChampMediaCo► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@champmediaco► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/champmediaco► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/@ChampMediaCo► SPOTIFY | ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/2tW4bh8jQggJuDCpDnVo9k⁠► APPLE | ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/champ-media/id1840236194► FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/share/1Dr7P6YEsv/?mibextid=wwXIfr#GoBlue #MichiganTennis #MichiganWolverines
June 17 · 26 min
She's a Michigan Gymnast... and Now Represents the Dominican Republic | A2
University of Michigan gymnast Sophia Diaz joins Angel to talk about balancing NCAA gymnastics, a demanding pre-med schedule, life in Ann Arbor, and her incredible journey representing the Dominican Republic on the international stage.Sophia shares why she's staying at Michigan, how she manages academics and athletics, her favorite memories as a Wolverine, competing at Nationals, and what it means to represent her family and heritage through gymnastics.Chapters:0:00 Meet Sophia Diaz01:01 Coffee & Ann Arbor Favorites02:13 Junior Year Expectations03:30 Sophomore Year Reflections04:42 Balancing Pre-Med & Athletics05:19 Supporting Michigan Athletics06:42 Why Sophia Chose Michigan08:06 Pre-Med Life09:15 Advice For Future Student-Athletes10:13 Favorite Michigan Accomplishments11:05 Competing in Nationals12:01 College Gymnastics vs Club Gymnastics13:20 Sophia's Dominican Roots13:44 Joining The Dominican Republic National Team15:25 Competing Internationally17:10 Sophia's Favorite Ann Arbor Activities18:38 Love Island 19:00 Coffee Pairings & Gymnastics Essentials20:18 Meet Day Hair Debate22:04 Her Pre-Meet Food Superstition24:49 Big House Food Rankings25:10 Favorite Gymnastics Rivalry26:00 Final ThoughtsLearn more about our partnership with Champions Circle: https://www.collegesportsco.com/news/champions-circle-and-college-sports-co-launch-champ-mediaFOLLOW CHAMP MEDIA HERE:► TWITTER | https://x.com/ChampMediaCo► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@champmediaco► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/champmediaco► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/@ChampMediaCo► SPOTIFY | ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/2tW4bh8jQggJuDCpDnVo9k⁠► APPLE | ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/champ-media/id1840236194► FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/share/1Dr7P6YEsv/?mibextid=wwXIfr#GoBlue #MichiganGymnastics #SophiaDiaz

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