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The people behind the miles.Hosted by former collegiate runner Will Loggia, The Kick dives into the culture, training, and moments that make this sport so special.Kick back, go for a run, and enjoy the show!
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- Jul 28, 202657 min
Inside the Mind of NCAA Title Contender Rocky Hansen | Championship Goals, Rule Changes & Avoiding Plated Shoes
If you follow distance running, you know Rocky Hansen. In addition to being one of the best competitors in the world, he’s also an extremely insightful conversationalist, which made this episode one of the best we’ve ever recorded here on The Kick.We break down why he avoids wearing carbon-plated shoes, his NIL partnership with On, thoughts on the recent NCAA age-limit rule changes, and his goals for his final year of college.This episode is unskippable.
- Jul 3, 202632 min
National Champion Seamus Corcoran Breaks Down his Decathlon Dominance
In this episode, we sit down with the reigning Adidas Track Nationals Decathlon Champion. On his way to the title, Seamus Corcoran broke the NJ sophomore state record with 6,298 points. It was just his second time ever contesting the full ten-event decathlon.
- Jun 1, 202643 min
Trenton Sandler on Why He’s Leaving LSU & His Vision for the Next Chapter
One of the biggest names in the NCAA just entered the transfer portal, and today he joins The Kick to break it all down.After a strong progression in the mile from 4:19 down to 4:00 at LSU, Trenton Sandler opens up about the difficult decision to leave a program that helped him find success.We discuss his relentless pursuit of the sub-4-minute mile, his long-term aspirations for the 2028 Olympic Trials, and the realities of balancing an elite track career with a massive social media presence.Hosted by Will Loggia.
- Apr 25, 202644 min
She Shattered a 1500m School Record by 4 Seconds: How Elizabeth Whaley is Leading Wake Forest’s Rise
Elizabeth Whaley just shattered the Wake Forest 1500m school record, clocking a 4:09.78 on her home track. Today she joins The Kick to recap the path to that historic performance—paved through bone injuries, hours of cross training, and a pivotal moment in high school where she almost walked away from the sport entirely.Now a senior and team captain, her journey to becoming a quintessential student-athlete leader is one of the most compelling stories in the NCAA. In this episode, she opens up about her running story and shares her goals for the homestretch of her collegiate career.
- Apr 9, 202630 min
She Ran a Half Marathon on a Stress Fracture | Why Raizel Pongracz Refuses to Quit
What does it take to truly be a grinder? Ask Raizel Pongracz.On today’s episode of The Kick, we sit down with an athlete who is currently balancing a psychology degree, two jobs, and an insane racing schedule that includes Hyrox, Marathons, and Ultras. She’s currently prepping for a marathon and an ultra just 6 days apart.This episode is pure inspiration. If you want a spark in chasing your next big goal, Raizel’s perspective on seeking out the challenges will fire you up.
- Mar 28, 202633 min
Beating Cole Hocker & Dominating The Big East | Jesse Hamlin’s Historic NCAA Career
Fresh off a 5th-place finish in the chaotic, DQ-filled 2026 NCAA Indoor 3,000m final, Jesse Hamlin joins The Kick to break down that historic race and his incredible collegiate career as a whole.Jesse spent his collegiate career at Butler University quietly stacking All-American performances. He recently made history as the first runner in Big East history to win the 5K, Mile, and 4x800m in a single conference championship.And oh yeah, he took down Olympic Gold Medalist Cole Hocker in a high school mile.If you’ve ever felt overlooked or wondered how to build a world-class career outside of the "big name" programs, Jesse’s blueprint is an inspiring story you need to hear.Hosted by Will Loggia.
- Mar 12, 202645 min
The 3:50 Miler Who Almost Walked Away | How Wes Porter Landed A Professional Under Armour Contract
He was about to start a career in financial consulting. Now he’s one of the fastest milers in American history.Today, Wes Porter joins The Kick to break down his meteoric rise in the professional running world. The UVA grad takes us inside his experience with Under Armour, sharing what it’s like to mix it up with Olympic gold medalists and represent Team USA.Hosted by Will Loggia.
- Mar 10, 202644 min
Inside the Life of a Brooks Beast Pro Runner | Teagan Schein-Becker Claims Her Space
After a phenomenal collegiate career shocking the NCAA with Rider University, Teagan Schein-Becker is now proving why she belongs on the world stage as a member of Seattle's beloved pro running team: The Brooks Beasts.Fresh off a winter season capped by a world-class 800m indoor personal best (2:01.05), Teagan joins The Kick from Brooks Running's Global Headquarters to discuss how far she’s come and where she’s headed.Teagan’s emphasis on claiming her space in every race is a powerful reminder to runners of all levels: you belong on the line.Hosted by Will Loggia.
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