Show notes
On this episode of Greater Than Athlete, I talk with 2020 ACC champion wrestler, Jay Aiello. We’ll discuss the changes he made on and off the mat that led to his rise to the top, the importance of cross-training and playing multiple sports, and a hypothetical MMA cage match with Youtube Boxer Jake Paul. We cover his journey from being on the "C" team in 8th grade football, to Virginia State player of the year in high school (02:40), and how that taught him to outwork the competition (04:22). Jay explains what competing unattached is in collegiate wrestling (08:40). Jay talks about his off the mat transformation that propelled him from a disappointing first season to becoming an ACC champion (11:58). We discuss the future of collegiate wrestling and how women may play a huge role in the years to come (22:01). Jay shares his opinion on the madness of Jake Paul and Youtube Boxers (32:31). Finally, we jump into a recurring segment of Love It or Lose It (35:17).Make sure you rate, review, and subscribe to Greater Than Athlete and follow on Twitter @greaterthanpod.
