Ep. 36: Interview with Ricky Stanzi - Gallery and Hurley Unfiltered: Iowa Football Rewind

Brion and Nick interview former Hawkeye and backup NFL and CFL quarterback, Ricky Stanzi. We discuss his journey from Ohio to Iowa, and how he got his opportunity to play at Iowa. He discussed his mindset after a "pick six" and how he learned to fight back from his Dad. He wondered how "love it or leave it" would have been different with today's social media, and what he's doing these days to promote movement and reduce physical pain.

00:00 The Unlikely Victory and Reflecting on a Memorable Season

02:05 Growing Up in Ohio

07:01 The Influence of his Dad's fighter mindset

21:54 Choosing Iowa: A Tough Decision

37:56 First Impressions and Transition to College

43:11 The Struggles of the First Year

43:39 Adjusting to College Football

44:30 Building Lifelong Friendships

45:41 Facing Competition and Doubts

47:11 The Importance of Fundamentals

51:48 Learning from the Best

55:56 The Role of Humility and Coaching

01:14:46 The Turning Point: Penn State Game

01:18:20 The Journey to Success

01:20:20 Building Trust and Relationships

01:22:16 Reflecting on the 2009 Season

01:22:45 Preparation and Mentorship in 2010

01:29:25 The Viral Moment and Its Aftermath

01:38:23 Resilience and Mental Toughness

01:53:18 Pro Day and NFL Journey

02:02:09 Struggles and Realizations

02:03:26 Experimenting with Movement

02:03:50 Journey to Canada and Back

02:04:56 Discovering Natural Movement

02:08:00 Introduction to GOATA

02:08:40 The Importance of Ground Resting

02:09:37 Connecting with GOATA Founders

02:13:17 Teaching and Spreading the GOATA System

02:16:14 Practical Tips for Everyday Movement

02:23:12 The Philosophy Behind GOATA

02:36:30 Final Thoughts and Resources

You can learn more about Ricky Stanzi at https://hawkeyerecap.com/player.asp?id=29

You can learn more about his GOATA movement program and sign up for a free program at https://certification.goatamovement.com/level1

Gallery and Hurley Unfiltered is hosted by Nick Gallery and Brion Hurley. Nick is a former Iowa punter from 1993-1996, and Brion is a former Iowa kicker and punter from 1993-1996. They interview former Iowa football players, coaches and staff to learn about their experiences and favorite stories.

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