Pin It Forward

The Power of High School Coaches With Keith Massey, Hall of Fame Member

Brandon's high school team  Lewis Central High School in Council Bluffs, Iowa, was inducted into the Dan Gable Wrestling Hall of Fame. And his coach Keith Massey joins th

Building Champions: Ben Clymer, Head Coach of Faith Christian Academy

Fred and Brandon chat with Ben Clymer, the head coach of the elite Faith Christian Academy. Coach Clymer has built a high school empire, creating D1 wrestlers left and ri

World Champion Vougar Arujau: The Art of Coaching

Note: This episode endures a few technical difficulties., but the conversation still flows! World Champion Vougar Arujau, who's also the father of World and NCAA champ V

Wrestling Toughness: Hurt vs. Injured

Dr. Brandon Mason and Fred Minnick explore the physical toll of wrestling and understanding the differences between being hurt and an actual injury.  Use Code FORWARD 

NDSU Head Coach Obe Blanc: Why Character Matters

Brandon's former teammate at Oklahoma State, NDSU head coach Obe Blanc emphasizes a 360 approach to coaching, focusing on both athletic and personal development. He cites

Wrestling Lessons For Life With Terry Steiner, USA Wrestling Women’s Head Coach

The great Terry Steiner joins Brandon and Fred to discuss holiday traditions, weight management, the importance of family time, and the life lessons learned through the s

Best of 2025

A look back on Pin It Forward's first year! Use Code FORWARD  to save 15% on Defense Soap Orders: ⁠https://www.defensesoap.com/coupon/forward/ Learn more about your ad c

Lee Roper On The Pursuit of Winning

Cowboys RTC coach Lee Roper join Fred and Brandon to discuss the pursuit and power of winning, outlining what it takes to become an elite wrestler for both the parents an

Coleman Scott Debates Accountability vs. Crazy Parenting in Wrestling

In an electrifying episode that begins with a hypo ethical food journey toMexico, Coleman Scott returns to the show to discuss accountability for your kids vs. being a cr

How To Teach Kids Wrestling Techniques At Home

Fred and Brandon discuss cool ways to teach kids technique at home. Just don't do these in restaurants. That will get you in trouble. Just ask Fred. Use Code FORWARD  t

Thanksgiving: Food and Discipline in Wrestling

In this short episode, Dr. Brandon Mason and Fred Minnick share a few wrestling memories from past Thanksgivings. Mason, a former All American at Oklahoma State, has some

Emotional Resiliency: Joey McKenna Shares His Childhood Wrestling Routine

2025 US Open Champion, PanAm champion and 3X NCAA All American Joey McKenna joins Fred and Brandon to share the story of how he became known as "Joey Bag of Donuts," his

Coleman Scott Returns to Discuss Fear of Failure

All athletes face failure and adversity. This week, Brandon and Fred visit with their first returning guest--NCAA Champ and Olympic Bronze Medalist Coleman Scott--to disc

Talking 'Ws' with Bellarmine Head Coach Ned Shuck

With Fred and Brandon, Bellarmine Head Coach Ned Shuck explores the significance of encouragement, the role of parents, and the emotional impact of competition on young a

Jax Forrest Wins U23 Worlds As a High Schooler! His Dad, Howard, Shares The Wrestling Journey of the Forrest Family

This week's special guest is Howard Forrest, a dedicated father of seven and a passionate supporter of his children's athletic pursuits, particularly in wrestling. The fa

Building Champions: The Young Guns Philosophy with Coach John Strittmatter

Hosts Fred Minnick and Brandon Mason discuss the world of youth wrestling with John Strittmatter, a prominent coach and founder of the Young Guns Wrestling Club. They exp

The Wyatt Hendrickson’s Story Told By His Dad Todd Hendrickson

Todd Hendrickson has stories about his son, Wyatt, who won the 2025 NCAA heavyweight title, is the current RAF heavyweight belt holder and 2025 World Team member. And he

When Should Wrestlers Switch Clubs?

In this episode of Pin It Forward, hosts Fred Minnick and Dr. Brandon Mason delve into the topic of transferring clubs, exploring when and why athletes might consider mak

Special Guest Coleman Scott, Olympic Bronze Medalist, Offers Lessons for Wrestling Parents

"The Farm," a fantastic wrestling training facility, founder Coleman Scott joins Fred and Brand, who was Coleman's teammate at Oklahoma State. The atmosphere was electric

Wrestling Dreams: Should Your Child Compete Nationally Or Specialize?

In this episode of the Pin It Forward podcast, we dive into the specialization of children in wrestling and the timing for entering national tournaments. 00:00:00 - Intr