Blue Demon Room
Blue Demon Room
DePaul University Athletics
Welcome to the Blue Demon Room, the official podcast of DePaul Athletics! Our host, Kacy Standohar, will be sitting down with our own student-athletes, coaches and alumni to hear their stories, learn what keeps them going and get to know who they are on and off the field of play. We look forward to featuring our DePaul Athletics team working behind the scenes to dive deeper into what goes into running a Division I program in the city of Chicago. Episodes will air every other Wednesday so be sure to follow along with us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube and DePaulBlueDemons.com.
Episode 6: Dominic Lucchesi, Men's Golf
On this episode of Blue Demon Room, we are joined by freshman golfer Dominic Lucchesi! We discuss the hot start to his collegiate career, his decision to choose DePaul, adjustment to life in college and love for all things Beatles. Dominic also join us for the second edition of our game "Walk With Me" where we find out his favorite movie, dream course to play and more.  Stay up to date with all things Blue Demon Room Podcast by following @DePaulAthletics on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and Tik Tok.  Don't forget, episodes are available every other Wednesday and are available on Apple, Spotify, DePaulBlueDemons.com, YouTube and wherever you listen to your podcasts.
Oct 10, 2024
23 min
Episode 5: Mark Plotkin, Men's Soccer Head Coach
On this episode of Blue Demon Room, we are joined by men's soccer head coach Mark Plotkin, or as he’s referred to by everyone who knows him, Plotty! We discuss his time as a player at DePaul, how the program and sport have evolved, and how he has transitioned to his role as head coach. Plotty also answers questions submitted by his team, so stick around for his advice on relationships and staying out of trouble as a college student in 2024!  Stay up to date with all things Blue Demon Room Podcast by following @DePaulAthletics on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and Tik Tok.  Don't forget, episodes are available every other Wednesday and are available on Apple, Spotify, DePaulBlueDemons.com, YouTube and wherever you listen to your podcasts.  
Sep 25, 2024
23 min
Episode 4: Abby Cahill and Amanda Saeger, Volleyball
On this episode of Blue Demon Room, we are joined by two of volleyball’s freshmen, Abby and Amanda! Abby Cahill and Amanda Saeger are no strangers to entertaining their teammates with stories of their hijinks while competing at the highest level. The pair talks about how they were recruited and chose DePaul, what they’ve enjoyed the most while exploring the city over the summer (as seen on their Tik Tok, @dailyvlogswaa), and the early success of their 2024  season. Also- stick around for a fun game of Who’s Most Likely To of Blue Demons Volleyball!  Stay up to date with all things Blue Demon Room Podcast by following @DePaulAthletics on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and Tik Tok.  Don't forget, episodes are available every other Wednesday and are available on Apple, Spotify, DePaulBlueDemons.com, YouTube and wherever you listen to your podcasts.  
Sep 11, 2024
24 min
Episode 3: Chris Holtmann, Men's Basketball Head Coach
On this episode of Blue Demon Room, we are joined by men's basketball head coach, Chris Holtmann! We discuss his decision to come to DePaul, how he and his family have been adjusting to Lincoln Park and his plans for the 2024-25 season with a brand new team. Stick around to find out Holtmann's dream starting five and his favorite Chicago pizza joint! Stay up to date with all things Blue Demon Room Podcast by following @DePaulAthletics on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and Tik Tok.  Don't forget, episodes are available every other Wednesday and are available on Apple, Spotify, DePaulBlueDemons.com, YouTube and wherever you listen to your podcasts. 
Sep 4, 2024
31 min
Episode 2: Noelle Malkamaki and Brandon Murer, Track & Field
On episode two of the Blue Demon Room, Noelle Malkamaki and Brandon Murer of DePaul Track & Field join the show. Malkamaki, a 2024 DePaul graduate and two-time world record holder in the F46 Shot Put, previews her trip to Paris for the 2024 Paralympic games while sharing how she has reclaimed joy in her sport as an adaptive athlete. Coach Murer discusses the recruiting process with Noelle while detailing his perspective working alongside a world champion and paralympian.  Stay up to date with all things Blue Demon Room Podcast by following @DePaulAthletics on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and Tik Tok.  Don't forget, episodes are available every other Wednesday and are available on Apple, Spotify, DePaulBlueDemons.com, YouTube and wherever you listen to your podcasts. 
Aug 28, 2024
29 min
Episode 1:  Michele O'Brien, Women's Soccer Head Coach
In the first episode of the Blue Demon Room, head women's soccer coach Michele O'Brien joins the show to discuss the upcoming 2024 season, her experience growing up in the world of soccer as an athlete and now a coach and how the sport has shaped her as a person. Stick around for an entertaining game of this or that.  Stay up to date with all things Blue Demon Room Podcast by following @DePaulAthletics on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and Tik Tok.  Don't forget, episodes are available every other Wednesday and are available on Apple, Spotify, DePaulBlueDemons.com and YouTube. 
Aug 14, 2024
24 min