Episode 11 brings a special in‑studio conversation with Bill Wagner, former Minnesota Coach of the Year and current head girls coach for BHVPP, along with his daughter Elora, a defending state runner‑up and one of the top-ranked wrestlers in Minnesota.

Together, the Wagners take us inside the rapid rise of girls wrestling, sharing what it’s been like to build a program, develop athletes, and watch the sport explode across the state. Elora talks about her journey, the pressure and pride of competing at the highest level, and what drives her as she chases another shot at the top of the podium.

We also rewind the clock for some classic high school wrestling stories — the kind only longtime Minnesota wrestlers and coaches can tell. It’s a mix of insight, humor, and genuine love for the sport from two people who live it every day.

If you care about the growth of wrestling in Minnesota, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

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In this episode, we sit down with two of the biggest names in Minnesota high school wrestling: Colbe Tappe and Gage Bjerga. Both are currently ranked #1 in their weight classes, both have state titles, and both recently notched wins over nationally ranked opponents.

Colbe talks about his victory over the No. 11 wrestler in the country and what it means heading into the heart of the season. Gage breaks down his electric win over the top-ranked AA senior committed to Oklahoma University — a matchup that turned plenty of heads across the state.

The guys also dive into the rise of the #1‑ranked Staples‑Motley Cardinals, the culture inside the room, and what this team is building toward.

And as a bonus, some great salvaged audio from the first recording session, you’ll hear those extra cuts at the end of the episode.

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In this episode, we kick things off with a north central Minnesota breakdown of the new all‑class rankings released by MNwrestle.

Then we welcome a guest who needs no introduction in Minnesota wrestling circles, Rance Bahr. After 14 years leading the Bemidji boys program, Rance has become one of the strongest advocates for girls wrestling in the state and now serves as the head coach of the Bemidji girls team. His passion, perspective, and commitment to growing the sport make this conversation one you won’t want to miss.

A mix of rankings, insight, and one of the most influential voices in Minnesota wrestling — Episode 10 brings it all together.

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