In this episode of Wildcast, host Matt Blymier interviews Dalton Rohrbaugh, the head wrestling coach at Penn College. Dalton shares his journey from being an assistant coach at Shenandoah to leading the Penn College wrestling team to an AMCC Championship in his first year. He discusses the challenges of being a young head coach, his coaching philosophy focused on connection and accountability, and his strategies for recruiting student-athletes. Dalton reflects on memorable moments from his first season, including experiences at the national championships and his goals for the future of the wrestling program.

In this conversation, Coach Kyle Hawk shares his journey from being a part-time coach to becoming the head coach of the women's volleyball team at Penn College. He discusses the challenges of building a program, establishing a positive team culture, and the importance of self-directed learning among players. Coach Hawk also reflects on the recruitment process and memorable moments from his first year as a head coach, emphasizing the significance of player happiness and development over immediate wins.

In this conversation, Tom Leeser, head coach of the men's and women's cross country teams at Penn College, shares his unique journey from being a high school math teacher and coach to leading a collegiate program. He discusses the importance of relationships in coaching, the transition to coaching young adults, and the development of a championship culture within the team. Tom reflects on memorable moments, recruitment strategies, and the dynamics of building a cohesive team.