Send us Fan Mail 2X Games Athlete Lon Allen joins Warren and Pat Haverty for a spirited conversation about Lon’s long road to the Masters CrossFit Games, the cancelled 2020 season, his experiences in Madison and Birmingham and the evolving landscape of the Masters CrossFit Games since separating from CrossFit HQ. We also dig into how Hyrox and other CrossFit‑style competitions are reshaping the competitive calendar for Masters athletes, what that means for training, and how Lon is approaching...

Send us Fan Mail Four-time Masters Games athlete Leigh Coates has never been one to back down from a challenge. Competing in the 55–59 age group, she traveled halfway around the world chasing her dream of returning to the Games in 2026. After learning she hadn’t qualified through the Semi-Finals video review, Leigh refused to let that be the end of her story. She packed her bags and headed to Colombia for the Latam In-Person Semi-Finals — determined to earn her spot the hard way. There, she p...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 58 — Dennis McTaggart: The Long Road to the 2026 Masters Games Dennis McTaggart set his sights on the Masters CrossFit Games years ago — a commitment he made as he stepped away from a demanding career as a Corrections Officer. After coming up just short of qualifying through the standard path, Dennis accepted an invite to the 2026 Latam In‑Person Semi‑Final, traveled to Colombia, and delivered the performance that finally punched his ticket in the 60–64 Age Group. In ...

Send us Fan Mail Nancy Edmonson is heading back to the 2026 Masters CrossFit Games for her second appearance after earning her spot at the Magic City In‑Person Semi‑Final. A longtime CrossFit athlete who only recently stepped into the competitive arena, Nancy shares the full arc of her season — from the Open, through Quarterfinals, and into the In‑Person Semi‑Final that punched her ticket to San Jose. She talks CrossFit before becoming competitive, living part‑time on an ocean‑going boat, the...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 56 — Terry Carey: Earning Her Spot at the 2026 Masters Games Terry Carey, a 2‑time Masters Games Athlete, bodybuilder, adventure racer, and Vermont skier, joins Warren after claiming victory in the 70+ Division at the Del Mar Legends CrossFit Semi‑Final, securing her place at the 2026 Masters CrossFit Games in San Jose, CA. Terry shares how she first got involved with CrossFit, her experience competing in Del Mar, and the relief of skipping the Online Semi‑Finals. She...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 55 — Athlete Panel React: CrossFit Video Review Debate Our Athlete Panel — Betty Hardin, Cindy Hinkle, and Mitchell Taylor — join Warren to unpack an email exchange between Adrian Bozman, CrossFit’s Competition Director, regarding the Semi‑Final video review process. Warren reads Adrian’s detailed response to his questions, and the athletes offer open, honest feedback on the system’s transparency, fairness, and impact on competitors. This episode delivers a candid loo...

Send us Fan Mail Eric Smith, a 4‑time Masters Games Athlete (50–54) and 2022 podium finisher, joins Warren after taking first place at the Legends Championship In‑Person Semifinals this past April in Del Mar, CA, officially punching his ticket to the 2026 Games. Eric shares his experience competing at Legends, the relief of skipping the Online Semifinals, and reflections on his long CrossFit history dating back to his younger days. He also opens up about turning 55, adapting to lowered weight...

Send us Fan Mail Jens Grund, the 65–69 Age Group winner and newest Masters Games athlete from the French Throwdown, joins Warren to share his inspiring journey. Jens talks about discovering CrossFit with his family in Denmark, how the sport became a shared passion, and what it took to push through the ups and downs of this season in his last‑chance quest to qualify for the Games in San Jose, CA at the French Throwdown. A heartfelt conversation about perseverance, family, and the drive to comp...

Send us Fan Mail We brought the Panel back to break down the Goods and Others of the 2026 CrossFit Games Season. Betty Hardin, Cindy Hinkle, Tia Vesser, Mitchell Taylor, and Dave Powell share their insights and experiences from every stage — starting with the Open, moving through the Quarterfinals, and diving into both the In‑Person and Online Semifinals. They wrap up with a candid look at the ongoing challenges of video review, offering perspective from athletes and judges alike. This episod...

Send us Fan Mail Chad Pinther joins Warren to break down the pivotal steps he took during the 2025 Masters CrossFit Games season to capture the 50–54 Age Group championship. A long‑time Masters competitor, CrossFit affiliate owner, husband, father, and fashion model, Chad seized the opportunity of a lifetime—transforming himself from a middle‑of‑the‑pack Games athlete into a champion. He shares how guidance from former Games athletes, a renewed sense of purpose, and the unwavering push from h...