by Shane Sparks
Welcome to the GO EARN IT Podcast where we bring you stories each week of people who have battled through adversity, overcame the obstacles, and EARNED their dream!<br /><br />You were born for greatness and our mission is to bring you the stories that will inspire you to Dream Big and GO EARN IT!<br /><br />The GO EARN IT Podcast is hosted by award-winning wrestling broadcaster Shane Sparks.
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February 7, 2025
Drew Foster, a two-time All-American at Northern Iowa, discussed his journey as a four-sport athlete in high school and the benefits of versatility. He detailed his wrestling career, highlighting his redshirt freshman year where he went 1-9 and his rapid improvement to becoming an All-American in 2017. Foster emphasized the importance of effort, trust, and resilience.<br /><br />He shared his experience at the White House with President Trump and reflected on the impact of his achievements, including the pride and support from his community. Foster also touched on his personal life, including his wife and newborn child.<br /><br />Drew Foster discussed his wrestling career, highlighting key moments such as earning his first scholarship, becoming an All-American, and graduating college as the first in his immediate family. He recounted a pivotal match in the NCAA finals where he successfully executed a take-down sequence, drawing parallels to a similar practice drill.<br /><br />Foster expressed disappointment over not receiving a traditional wall chart for his national title, instead receiving a rolled-up mat instead of a framed bracket.
January 14, 2025
Lehigh head wrestling coach Pat Santoro joined the show to discuss his journey as an athlete and mentor. A two-time NCAA champion and four-time All-American at Pitt, Santoro reflected on the mental and physical growth that defined his wrestling career, from early struggles in high school to his breakthrough moments at Blair Academy and Pitt. He emphasized the importance of courage, belief, and embracing challenges, recounting how pivotal mindset shifts fueled his success. Santoro also shared his philosophy on developing athletes, stressing the value of enjoying the sport and continuously learning, both on and off the mat.<br /><br />In addition to wrestling insights, Santoro delved into personal stories, such as his connection to faith and how it shaped his life during college. He highlighted the influence of mentors like Rande Stottlemyer and celebrated the camaraderie of his Pitt teammates. Santoro’s passion for wrestling extends to his current role at Lehigh, where he inspires his team to “lay it on the line” and embrace every opportunity. With reflections on dual meets, rule changes, and the evolving nature of the sport, the conversation offered a compelling glimpse into Santoro’s impact as a coach and leader.<br />
December 18, 2024
Kendric Maple, a three-time Big 12 champion and three-time All-American at the University of Oklahoma, discussed his high school and collegiate wrestling career. He highlighted his high school state titles and the impact of his coach. Maple detailed his recruiting process, including visits to Oklahoma and Iowa State, and his decision to attend Oklahoma.<br /><br />He recounted his national title win in 2014 and the challenges of being a returning champion. Maple emphasized the importance of mental preparation, team support, and the influence of coaches like Mark Cody and Brian Smith. He also shared personal anecdotes and his love for football and wrestling.
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