Sammy Sasso | The Bader Show (Ep. 438)

Sammy Sasso recently retired from college wrestling. He was a 2x NCAA runner up for Ohio State who suffered a gunshot wound in 2023. He made a comeback this season but wasn't able to get back to his prime form.

1:10 - Back in the wrestling room

2:30 - Progression from PT to wrestling

5:30 - The nerve damage was the toughest part

7:45 - Belief he will be back

10:25 - Getting back in the Buckeye line up

11:45 - Deciding to hang it up

13:38 - Freestyle in the future?

17:05 - Having good perspective

18:20 - Tough times

19:35 - Reflecting on time in the hospital

22:30 - NCAA Championships

24:10 - Watching Mendez win NCAAs

26:00 - Sasso wants to coach college

27:26 - Sasso’s coaching attributes

29:40 - Struggle and growth

32:12 - All time favorite