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EP306 May 27, 2025 1hr 32mins commentary

Thomas Gilman’s Suspension, Snyder at Final X & U20 Team Trials Take Shape

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In this episode of Basch & The Brain Live, we cover everything from who’s still in the transfer portal to the recent 18-month USADA suspension of Thomas Gilman, and signs pointing to Kyle Snyder’s return at Final X. We dive into updates on the Real American Freestyle movement, Lehigh adding women’s wrestling, and the increasingly competitive Junior World Team Trials. We also explore the impact of the same-day best-of-three format—and wrap by asking: Where is Iowa this freestyle season?

  • 10:50 - Who is Left in the Transfer Portal?
  • 13:45 - Thomas Gilman Suspended for 18 months
  • 25:45 - Sounds like Kyle Snyder is Competing at Final X
  • 33:00 - Real American Freestyle Update
  • 39:10 - Lehigh Adds Women’s Wrestling
  • 47:45 - Junior World Team Trials Continue to Heat Up
  • 01:00:10 - The Advantage of Best of 3 Same Day in Junior World Team Trials
  • 01:18:05 - Where is Iowa this Freestyle Season?

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