Have you ever wondered what it's like to hang up your competitive wrestling singlet and step onto the sidelines as a coach and then to podcaster?? The astute Steve "The Stilts" Leurquin from the Wisconsin Wrestler Podcast, covers that exact arc. We take you through the highs and lows, from the final whistle of his competitive days to the deep bonds formed as a mentor. Steve's story, from athlete to impactful coach and educator, proves that passion and hard work can carve out new paths in college wrestling and beyond.

Transitioning from the mat to the coach's chair brought unexpected delights and challenges, all of which he encountered head-on. He recounts tales of camaraderie and building a wrestling program in Cambridge. The tales from "the pit," where underdog triumphs and personal connections reveal the very fabric of a community's spirit, paint a vivid picture of the wrestling world he's been privileged to be a part of.

Beyond the tales of coaching, we reflect on his decision to prioritize family over the relentless demands of coaching. Steve and I also unpack our podcasting partnership, from technology foibles to the first episode jitters, promising a mix of humor and earnestness that only true wrestling aficionados can deliver. As we chart our course into TikTok territory with his daughters at the creative helm, we extend an invitation to join us as we grapple with stories, reflections, and a shared love for wrestling on the Vision Quest Podcast.

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