Cash, a young wrestler striving toward success, joins the podcast to discuss his journey so far. At such a young age, Cash is already a highly regarded athlete, and this episode offers insight into what separates him from the rest. Through adversity, Cash has developed a strong mindset—one that has become his greatest weapon.

Now in his sophomore year, Cash reflects on the path that brought him to this point. Through relentless hard work and dedication, he continues to push forward regardless of results. His commitment to becoming the best goes beyond technical development on the mat; Cash has embraced the process of getting bigger, faster, and stronger. That same mentality carried him to Bishop Gorman, where he’s learned that excelling as an athlete also means meeting the demands of academics.

Mature beyond his years, Cash embodies the meaning of “Chop Wood, Carry Water.” He doesn’t chase outcomes—he focuses on the next battle, the next test. While the power of the “G” can intimidate some, Cash embraces it, understanding that representing the “G” is weightless when your focus is on honoring your school, your family, and yourself.

Antonio Saldate, a Nevada native, chose a different path. Rather than joining a powerhouse program like Green Valley, Antonio attended Las Vegas High School—where he helped write his own legacy. During his time there, he reached four State Finals and captured three State Championships. While those accomplishments speak for themselves, Antonio is most proud of helping his coach turn the program around and build a truly competitive team.

After high school, Antonio continued his wrestling journey at the Division I level. Today, he’s transitioned from competing on the mat to standing in the corner for athletes chasing their own dreams.

Highly respected as a wrestler, Antonio now brings that same drive and work ethic into coaching. He is the head coach of Gold Rush Reno, where his goal is to shift the mentality in the north and build a competitive counterpart to the South—instilling the same discipline and grit that defined his own career.

Antonio has also paved the way for his family in wrestling. He shares stories about his competitive relationship with his brother, as well as his excitement and pride for his sister and younger brother as they continue to grow in the sport. Family is everything to Antonio, and throughout the podcast, we get a deeper look at how central that bond is to who he is—both on and off the mat.

Sterling, arguably Nevada’s most decorated wrestler, joins the Caution Stalling Podcast. A multi-time Fargo champion, multi-time Nevada State champion, and now an Iowa Hawkeye, Sterling walks us through the journey of her wrestling career.

While many know her for what she’s accomplished on the mat, Sterling opens up about what defines her off the mat. For her, success isn’t only measured by world teams or medals—it’s about building a meaningful career and one day having a big family.

She also shares what’s closest to her heart, including her #thinkingofyou initiative and what it means to be a superhero for a young kid named Yadier. Though many see her as the GOAT, Sterling describes herself simply as Sterling.

One of a kind—a great wrestler, a strong family-oriented person, and an even better role model.

Zyon, a kid driven by combat, was led into the wrestling room by mentors who saw something in him. At first, he wanted to quit. Instead, he stayed — and fell in love with the sport. While his long-term dream has always been to fight, Zyon committed to mastering wrestling first, setting his sights on becoming a Division I All-American. What once seemed far-fetched became reality when UVU believed in him.

Zyon began his athletic journey in jiu-jitsu before shifting his focus fully to wrestling. That background paid off immediately, helping him find success early. Since then, Zyon has captured three state titles and earned his spot as a Division I wrestler. Now in the starting lineup at Utah Valley University as a true freshman, he remains locked in on constant improvement. Before his wrestling career is finished, his goal is clear: become an All-American. After that, his path leads to the UFC.

While Zyon thrives in combat, there’s more to him than the grind. He’s a Sour Patch Kid addict, a Lego enthusiast, and a fan of campaign-style video games. Zyon is more than just his ambitions — but in the wrestling world, he’s a fighter determined to prove every doubter wrong.

The 10-year dynasty built by Coach Jon Ferry at Green Valley High School is arguably the greatest decade-long run in Nevada wrestling history. During that span, Coach Ferry led the program to seven state championships and three state runner-up finishes. While debates can always be made about eras and programs, Coach Ferry has unquestionably earned his seat at the table as one of Nevada wrestling’s all-time greats.

Wrestling was never just a sport for Jon Ferry — it was part of his bloodline. In the Ferry family, wrestling and coaching were simply what you did. Although his own competitive career came to an early close once he reached college, that ending opened the door to something even more impactful.

Coach Ferry’s coaching journey began when an old friend recognized his potential and invited him to help with the wrestling program at Las Vegas High School. There, he learned the ropes and developed his coaching philosophy before making the move to Green Valley High School. Over time, he became the head coach, and with that role came a vision.

One of Coach Ferry’s greatest contributions was his commitment to building from the ground up. By heavily investing in the youth program, he laid the foundation for what would become a powerhouse — Team GV. That pipeline fueled Green Valley’s dominance and reshaped wrestling in the area.

Eventually, Coach Ferry made the selfless decision to step away from the mat to focus on his son. Determined to be present, he dedicated himself to becoming the best baseball coach he could so he could coach and support his son’s journey. Now, with his son thriving and off to college, Coach Ferry has returned to where it all began — back on the mat at Green Valley, serving once again as an assistant coach.

A dynasty builder. A mentor. A father. Coach Jon Ferry’s impact on Nevada wrestling is undeniable.

Morris Wolfley is a small-town wrestler chasing greatness against the odds. A 3A athlete with no high school club and 30-plus-minute drives in any direction just to find training partners, Morris has built his success on an unshakable mindset and relentless work ethic. Despite the disadvantages, he refuses to let circumstance define his ceiling.

In this episode, Morris walks us through the moment everything changed — the loss that forced him to take wrestling seriously and the conversation with his father that followed. That defeat hurt, but it also gave birth to the competitor we see today.

Since committing himself to excellence, Morris has stacked an impressive résumé: multi-time state champion, regional champion, and one of the top 3A wrestlers in Nevada. While his goal is to wrestle in college, Morris is equally committed to honoring his faith. His plan includes stepping away for a two-year mission before returning to the mat to continue his wrestling journey.

Morris represents 3A wrestling with pride, humility, and grit. With unmatched discipline and an unbreakable mindset, he’s chasing another mountaintop finish to his high school career. After that, he’ll serve his faith — and when the time is right, find his way back to wrestling.

Morris Wolfley is the definition of an underdog you can’t help but root for.

Tatiana, once a dominant runner on the track, found herself searching for direction beyond the lanes. Though she qualified for state every year in high school, she wanted something different — something that would push her to become the absolute best version of herself. That search led her to the wrestling room.

From the moment she stepped onto the mat, Tatiana fell in love with the environment. The grind, the accountability, and the reality that everything had to be earned fueled her competitive fire. Early on, she was gifted something priceless — a lifelong friend and training partner in Kaylynn, who pushed her to improve faster, work harder, and believe deeper. Just as important, Tatiana found a family in the wrestling room. The friendships, bonds, and shared grind with her fellow wrestlers became what she loves most about the sport.

In this episode, Tatiana opens up about the possibility of walking away from athletics instead of chasing the dream of competing at the collegiate level. But one thing is clear — because of wrestling, she knows she’s prepared for whatever path she chooses. Sports don’t end when competition does; they become part of who you are.

Tatiana is Tatiana because of sports — and they will always live within her.

Ray, a proud and devoted father, sits down to share the journey of raising two wrestlers — and the life lessons that came with it. He opens up about the challenges of supporting each of his sons differently, while still giving both the same unwavering foundation of love, structure, and belief. Through the highs and lows, Ray reflects on what it truly means to walk the path of “Dad.”

Ray learned early that he couldn’t treat both boys the same. Wrestling helped him understand that each son is his own individual, with his own personality, mindset, and way of approaching adversity. Through both wrestling and MMA, Ray watched his sons express themselves uniquely, using their own styles and identities to grow into the young men they are destined to be. From the front row, he witnessed their evolution — fueled by exposure, creativity, and the confidence to be themselves.

Ray also shares what it was like watching Saoul and Nat’aani Prado use their talents in completely different ways. The process wasn’t always easy, but his philosophy remained steady: support them fully, let them “sink or swim” on their own merits, and trust that they would rise. Even with the weight of not wanting to let his boys down, he always believed in their ability to accomplish whatever they set their hearts on.

While the Prado Brothers became the first brother state champions in SLAM history, Ray knows their greatest accomplishment isn’t found on a podium — it’s in the men they are becoming.