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Hardrocker Huddle: The Official Podcast of South Dakota Mines Athletics

Hardrocker Huddle: The Official Podcast of South Dakota Mines Athletics

By Josh Van Valkenburg-Gernert

Stay connected to Hardrocker Sports all year long wherever you go with Hardrocker Huddle, the official podcast of South Dakota Mines Athletics. Host Josh Van Valkenburg-Gernert takes you inside South Dakota Mines Athletics with exclusive interviews, insights, former player features, and much more. Subscribe and follow at the links below:

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Episode 5: Director of Golf Luke Wheeler

Hardrocker Huddle: The Official Podcast of South Dakota Mines AthleticsDec 28, 2021

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47:05
Coaches' Corner: Episode 7 - Eric Glenn and Bill Schaefer

Coaches' Corner: Episode 7 - Eric Glenn and Bill Schaefer

Josh Van Valkenburg-Gernert sits down with head men's basketball coach Eric Glenn to preview their season and head soccer coach Bill Schaefer to recap their season.

Nov 02, 202330:13
Episode 45 - Clare Fischer (Cross Country/Track & Field)

Episode 45 - Clare Fischer (Cross Country/Track & Field)

Josh Van Valkenburg-Gernert sits down with cross country and track and field athlete Clare Fischer about the sophomore's life growing up in New Ulm, how she got to South Dakota Mines and other topics.

Oct 24, 202332:57
Coaches' Corner: Episode 6 - Lauren Prochazka and Joe Stephens

Coaches' Corner: Episode 6 - Lauren Prochazka and Joe Stephens

Josh Van Valkenburg-Gernert sits down and talks to head volleyball coach Lauren Prochazka and director of cross country and track & field Joe Stephens to talk about their recent results and upcoming competitions.

Oct 24, 202335:48
Under the Lights: Episode 10 - Hayden Jaramillo (Soccer)

Under the Lights: Episode 10 - Hayden Jaramillo (Soccer)

Josh Van Valkenburg-Gernert sat down with Hayden Jaramillo to discuss the state of the soccer program, his school record-tying assist and other topics.

Oct 14, 202315:40
Coaches' Corner: Episode 5 - Lauren Prochazka and Jeri Owsley

Coaches' Corner: Episode 5 - Lauren Prochazka and Jeri Owsley

Josh Van Valkenburg-Gernert sits down with head coaches of the South Dakota Mines volleyball team to talk about their most recent pair of victories and their home RMAC matchups coming up and women's basketball head coach Jeri Owsley as they've just begun practice to talk about their team heading into the 2023-24 season.

Oct 12, 202334:39
Episode 44 - Braydon Jones (Men's Golf)

Episode 44 - Braydon Jones (Men's Golf)

Josh Van Valkenburg-Gernert talks to men's golfer Braydon Jones about his life growing up in Aberdeen, how he grew to become a collegiate golfer, and his winning an academic all-america award.


Oct 12, 202328:17
Coaches' Show: 10/9/2023

Coaches' Show: 10/9/2023

Richard Anderson and Adam Thompsen speak with head football coach Charlie Flohr from Murphy's Pub & Grill.

Oct 12, 202326:49
Coaches' Corner: Episode 4 - Charlie Flohr and Luke Wheeler

Coaches' Corner: Episode 4 - Charlie Flohr and Luke Wheeler

Josh Van Valkenburg-Gernert talks to football coach Charlie Flohr about their recent win in the Black Hills Brawl and Luke Wheeler, director of golf about their season so far and what to expect as they wrap up fall.

Oct 05, 202337:09
Coaches' Luncheon: 10/3

Coaches' Luncheon: 10/3

On this edition of our coaches' luncheon at Pizza Ranch, athletes and coaches from Hardrocker football, volleyball, golf, and soccer speak.

Oct 05, 202320:39
Coaches' Corner: Episode 3 - Lauren Prochazka and Bill Schaefer

Coaches' Corner: Episode 3 - Lauren Prochazka and Bill Schaefer

Josh Van Valkenburg-Gernert sits down with head volleyball coach, Lauren Prochazka, and head soccer coach, Bill Schaefer to talk about their weekend of results and the weekend ahead.


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Sep 28, 202347:35
Episode 43 - Garrett Cole (Soccer)

Episode 43 - Garrett Cole (Soccer)

Josh Van Valkenburg-Gernert sits down with the captain of the soccer team, Garrett Cole about the soccer program and his future plans among other things.

Sep 27, 202330:29
Under the Lights: Episode 9 - Kiley Metzger (Volleyball)

Under the Lights: Episode 9 - Kiley Metzger (Volleyball)

Josh Van Valkenburg-Gernert sits down to talk to Kiley Metzger about her life, goals, and other topics.

Sep 22, 202321:44
Coaches' Corner - Episode 2: Joe Stephens and Lauren Prochazka

Coaches' Corner - Episode 2: Joe Stephens and Lauren Prochazka

Josh Van Valkenburg-Gernert sits down to talk to director of cross country and track & field Joe Stephens and Head volleyball coach Lauren Prochazka ahead of their competition about their season so far and the upcoming weekend.

Sep 21, 202337:14
Coaches' Corner: Episode 1 - Ryan Weiss (WBB)

Coaches' Corner: Episode 1 - Ryan Weiss (WBB)

Josh Van Valkenburg-Gernert sits down with newly anointed women's basketball assistant coach and alumnus, Ryan Weiss for a wide-ranging discussion.

Sep 14, 202327:41
Episode 42: Paisley Gibson (Volleyball)

Episode 42: Paisley Gibson (Volleyball)

Josh Van Valkenburg-Gernert sits down with volleyball student-athlete Paisley Gibson as they discuss her life growing up in Nebraska, coming to South Dakota Mines and other topics.

Sep 12, 202342:27
Coaches Show: 9-11-23

Coaches Show: 9-11-23

Head football coach Charlie Flohr and starting quarterback Jayden Johannsen sit down with Richard Anderson and Adam Thomsen at Murphy's Pub & Grill

Sep 12, 202328:33
Under the Lights: Episode 8 - Jayden Johannsen

Under the Lights: Episode 8 - Jayden Johannsen

Hadrocker football star and Harlon Hill candidate, redshirt junior quarterback Jayden Johannsen sits down with Josh Van Valkenburg-Gernert for a wide-ranging interview.

Sep 01, 202315:03
Hardrocker Huddle: Episode 41 - Jalen Frye (Football)

Hardrocker Huddle: Episode 41 - Jalen Frye (Football)

Josh Van Valkenburg-Gernert sits down with Bemidji State transfer running back and former all-american Jalen Frye in a wide-ranging conversation about his time in Minnesota to his goals for the team and individually this upcoming season.

Aug 31, 202336:37
Football Season Preview Series: Episode 8 - QBs and Team

Football Season Preview Series: Episode 8 - QBs and Team

Josh Van Valkenburg-Gernert interviews quarterbacks Jayden Johannsen and Jake Martinelli and talks to head coach Charlie Flohr.

Aug 31, 202311:13
2023 Soccer Season Preview

2023 Soccer Season Preview

Josh Van Valkenburg-Gernert interviews Interim head men's soccer coach Bill Schaefer and captain Hayden Jaramillo

Aug 31, 202308:35
2023 Volleyball Season Preview

2023 Volleyball Season Preview

Josh Van Valkenburg-Gernert talks to head volleyball coach Lauren Torvi Prochazka and captain Kiley Metzger.

Aug 31, 202309:08
2023 Football Season Preview Series: Episode 7 - Linebackers

2023 Football Season Preview Series: Episode 7 - Linebackers

Josh Van Valkenburg-Gernert interviews Hunter Newsom and Jacob Schwab.

Aug 29, 202304:29
Coaches Show #1 - 8-28

Coaches Show #1 - 8-28

Adam Thomsen and Richard Anderson host the first coaches show of 2023 with head football coach Charlie Flohr.

Aug 29, 202329:30
2023 Football Season Preview Series: Episode 6 - Offense and WRs

2023 Football Season Preview Series: Episode 6 - Offense and WRs

Josh Van Valkenburg-Gernert talks to Ryan Gent, Ben Noland, Mason Galbreath, and Max Hoatson.

Aug 29, 202308:01
2023 Football Season Preview Series: Episode 5 - Special Teams and Specialists

2023 Football Season Preview Series: Episode 5 - Special Teams and Specialists

Josh Van Valkenburg-Gernert interviews Bo Montgomery and Connor Taylor.

Aug 29, 202306:38
Football Season Preview Series: Episode 4 - RBs and TEs

Football Season Preview Series: Episode 4 - RBs and TEs

Josh Van Valkenburg-Gernert interviews Tavian Tumbleson, Jalen Frye and Orlando Westbrook.

Aug 29, 202308:55
Football Season Preview Series: Episode 3 - Offensive Line

Football Season Preview Series: Episode 3 - Offensive Line

Josh Van Valkenburg-Gernert interviews Austin Stephens, Connor Smith, and Grant Smith.

Aug 29, 202306:58
2023 Football Season Preview Series: Episode 2 - Defensive Line

2023 Football Season Preview Series: Episode 2 - Defensive Line

Josh Van Valkenburg-Gernert interviews Bo Montgomery, Otu Afu, and Caleb Franklin.

Aug 29, 202306:11
2023 Football Season Preview Series: Episode 1 - Defensive Backs

2023 Football Season Preview Series: Episode 1 - Defensive Backs

Josh Van Valkenburg-Gernert interviews Austin Rose, Casey Knutsen and Kaleb Tischler.

Aug 29, 202306:24
Under the Lights: Episode 7 - Kathy Mathieu (Track & Field)

Under the Lights: Episode 7 - Kathy Mathieu (Track & Field)

Josh Van Valkenburg-Gernert talks to track & field athlete Kathy Mathieu to discuss a variety of topics.

Apr 21, 202317:18
Episode 40 - Ethan Pitlick (Track & Field)

Episode 40 - Ethan Pitlick (Track & Field)

On this episode, Josh Van Valkenburg-Gernert speaks to Ethan Pitlick, discussing topics such as the transition from Aberdeen to Gettysburg, what brought Ethan to South Dakota Mines, and goals for his next two years as well as involvement around campus.

Apr 18, 202324:45
Under the Lights - Episode 6: Jessalyn Shipp (Women's Golf)

Under the Lights - Episode 6: Jessalyn Shipp (Women's Golf)

Josh Van Valkenburg-Gernert talks to women's golfer Jessalyn Shipp in a wide-ranging conversation, discussing her family life, golf career, academic career, and campus involvement.

Apr 08, 202327:55
Episode 39 - Jade Cass (Track & Field)

Episode 39 - Jade Cass (Track & Field)

This episode features track & field athlete Jade Cass. Recent RMAC Champion and host, Josh Van Valkenburg-Gernert discuss Jade's life, growing up, the decision to attend South Dakota Mines, and his future.

Mar 21, 202324:08
Coaches Show: 2-27

Coaches Show: 2-27

The final episode of the coaches' show for 2022-23 features Coach Stephens and Indoor Conference Champion Jade Cass, as well as Kolten Mortensen and Coach Glenn from the men's basketball program and head women's basketball coach, Jeri Jacobson.

Mar 01, 202301:02:15
Coaches' Show: 2-13

Coaches' Show: 2-13

Hear from Hardrocker Track & Field and Men's Basketball on this edition of the coaches' show.

Mar 01, 202301:00:21
Under the Lights: Episode 5 - Ale Rama (Men's Basketball)

Under the Lights: Episode 5 - Ale Rama (Men's Basketball)

Josh Van Valkenburg-Gernert sits down with Alejandro Rama to talk about his Oglala Lakota roots, his basketball career, growing up, and his future

Feb 11, 202316:28
Coaches' Luncheon: 2-7

Coaches' Luncheon: 2-7

Hear from Hardrocker women's basketball, men's basketball, and track & field athletes 

Feb 11, 202327:13
Under The Lights: Episode 4 - Bailey Johnson (Women's Basketball)

Under The Lights: Episode 4 - Bailey Johnson (Women's Basketball)

Josh Van Valkenburg-Gernert sits down with rapid city native Bailey Johnson of Hardrocker Women's Basketball to talk about her basketball career, future plans, and life outside of school and sports.

Jan 24, 202320:46
Episode 38 - Jasper Reinalda (Men's Basketball)

Episode 38 - Jasper Reinalda (Men's Basketball)

This episode features Jasper Reinalda, a member of the Hardrocker men's basketball team. On this episode they discussed Jasper's time growing up in Oregon, his Netherlands background, prep school year as well as his basketball experience and the team.

Jan 17, 202324:34
Episode 37 - Megan Alexander (Women's Basketball/Women's Golf)

Episode 37 - Megan Alexander (Women's Basketball/Women's Golf)

Josh Van Valkenburg-Gernert welcomes dual-sport athlete, Megan Alexander, a member of Hardrocker Women's Golf and Hardrocker Women's Basketball to discuss life as a dual sport athlete, how she came to South Dakota Mines, and her life growing up. 

Jan 10, 202331:43
Hardrocker All-Access: 1-3 Coaches Luncheon

Hardrocker All-Access: 1-3 Coaches Luncheon

Hear from Hardrocker men's basketball coach Eric Glenn and athlete Kyle Harris as well as the women's basketball coach Jeri Jacobson and athlete Megan Alexander on the 1-3 edition of the coaches' lunch.

Jan 04, 202326:47
Episode 36 - Kamryn Scully (Track & Field)

Episode 36 - Kamryn Scully (Track & Field)

Josh Van Valkenburg-Gernert welcomes South Dakota Mines track & field student-athlete, Kamryn Scully onto the show to discuss the track & field program, her role in the Women's Hardrocker Organization as well as during her time as well as his life growing up, the decision to come to South Dakota Mines and her journey to South Dakota Mines and future plans.

Dec 14, 202240:27
Hardrocker All-Access: Coaches Show: 12-12

Hardrocker All-Access: Coaches Show: 12-12

On this episode of the Coaches Show, hosts Tom Rudebusch, Richard Anderson, and Adam Thomsen talk to Eric Glenn, head coach of the men's basketball team as well as student-athlete, Kolten Mortensen. Director of Track & Field and Cross Country Joe Stephens also joins, with student-athlete Ethan Pitlick. 

Dec 13, 202259:05
Hardrocker All-Access: 11-1 Coaches Luncheon

Hardrocker All-Access: 11-1 Coaches Luncheon

Our monthly coaches luncheon brought to you by Pizza Ranch features Hardrocker Football, Volleyball, and Men's Basketball coaches and athletes.

Nov 04, 202229:46
Under the Lights: Episode 3 - Jacey Koethe (Volleyball)

Under the Lights: Episode 3 - Jacey Koethe (Volleyball)

Josh Van Valkenburg-Gernert sits down with Hardrocker volleyball student-athlete Jacey Koethe about her life growing up - persevering through an ailment, and her time at South Dakota Mines.

Oct 07, 202208:11
Episode 35 - Daunte Robbins (Football)

Episode 35 - Daunte Robbins (Football)

Josh Van Valkenburg-Gernert welcomes South Dakota Mines Football student-athlete Daunte Robbins onto the show to discuss his role in the Hardrocker Ally Association, SAAC as well as the growth of the Hardrocker Football program during her time as well as his life growing up, the decision to come to South Dakota Mines and her journey to South Dakota Mines and future plans.

Oct 04, 202233:20
Episode 34 - Anna Thomas (Volleyball)

Episode 34 - Anna Thomas (Volleyball)

Josh Van Valkenburg-Gernert welcomes South Dakota Mines Volleyball student-athlete Anna Thomas onto the show to discuss her role in the Women's Hardrocker Organization, the growth of the Hardrocker Volleyball program during her time as well as her life growing up, the decision to come to South Dakota Mines and her journey to South Dakota Mines and future plans.

Sep 27, 202232:09
Under The Lights - Episode 2: Casey Knutsen (Football)

Under The Lights - Episode 2: Casey Knutsen (Football)

Josh Van Valkenburg-Gernert sits down with dual-positional star football player, Casey Knutsen to talk about his life growing up, football career, and off-the-field interests.

Sep 09, 202212:37
Episode 33: Charlie Flohr (Football)

Episode 33: Charlie Flohr (Football)

Josh Van Valkenburg-Gernert welcomes in head football coach Charlie Flohr to discuss the win over Missouri S&T and the home opener against Truman State.  

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Sep 06, 202218:55
Episode 32: Ryan Thompson (Soccer)

Episode 32: Ryan Thompson (Soccer)

Host, Josh Van Valkenburg-Gernert talks to head men's soccer coach Ryan Thompson about their opening weekend in St. Cloud. 

Aug 30, 202218:16