by Ricky Cheese
Ricky created The Florida Wrestling Room in 2015 as a Facebook group to unite wrestling enthusiasts in Florida. Recognizing its limitations, he launched a website, turning it into the go-to source for wrestling in the state. More than just a website, it's a community, a family. Now, Ricky brings his passion for wrestling to the airwaves, sharing inspiring stories and insightful interviews!
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4/29/2024
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May 25, 2026
<p>Coach Anthony Cerullo joins Ricky Cheese on the Grinding for Greatness Podcast to talk about his incredible wrestling journey, building programs at Tenoroc and George Jenkins, and why wrestling is more than just a sport.Anthony opens up about how wrestling helped change the direction of his life, the challenges of coaching in low-income communities, and the “24/7 mentality” that has helped shape the culture at George Jenkins Wrestling. The conversation also dives into girls wrestling growth in Florida, coaching Team Florida, Fargo, mentorship, faith, leadership, and what it really takes to build a championship wrestling family.This episode is packed with coaching wisdom, real stories, and insight into what makes wrestling one of the toughest and most rewarding sports in the world.</p>
January 26, 2026
<p>Florida college wrestling is growing faster than most people realize, and <strong>USF is putting a stamp on it.</strong></p><p>On this episode of <strong>The Florida Wrestling Room</strong>, Jordan (North Florida Wrestling Show) sits down with <strong>USF Wrestling Head Coach James Lawless</strong>, who took over the program this year and immediately raised the standard.</p><p>Coach Lawless breaks down:</p><ul><li><p>How the <strong>USF program was rebuilt from the ground up</strong></p></li><li><p>Why it’s time to stop calling it “just club” and start saying <strong>NCWA</strong></p></li><li><p>USF’s early season results, including <strong>five nationally ranked wrestlers</strong></p></li><li><p>Why USF is a strong landing spot for athletes chasing elite academics, especially <strong>medical pathways</strong></p></li><li><p>How wrestlers are finding the team simply by seeing <strong>USF Wrestling gear on campus</strong></p></li><li><p>The next big event: the <strong>USF Duals</strong> featuring top NCWA programs from Florida and beyond</p></li></ul><p>📍 <strong>USF Duals</strong><br>🗓️ <strong>February 22</strong><br>🏫 <strong>5A High School (Pasco County, north of Tampa)</strong><br>🧾 Results tracked on <strong>Trackwrestling</strong><br>📲 Updates via the <strong>USF Wrestling</strong> Facebook/Instagram pages</p><p>If you care about keeping Florida talent in Florida, this one’s for you.</p>
October 7, 2025
<p>Host Ricky Cheese brings together Joe Lowe, Jared Reber, and Brennon Chambers for a powerful Sober October conversation—wrestling, fatherhood, faith, and the real work of breaking addiction.</p><p><br></p><p>What you’ll hear:</p><p><br></p><p>Joe’s path from daily drinking to 620+ days sober, UNC Greensboro HOF, and competing at the U.S. Open</p><p><br></p><p>Jared on giving up alcohol for his son, running 100+ mile months, and the mindset of a champion</p><p><br></p><p>Brennon Chambers’ 10 years sober, teaching chemistry & GED, and mentoring teens through the opioid/fentanyl crisis</p><p><br></p><p>Why “champions don’t cut corners,” building discipline, and planting seeds in youth wrestling rooms</p><p><br></p><p>The role of family, faith, and community in staying sober—beyond just October</p><p><br></p><p>Guests</p><p><br></p><p>Joe Lowe — Coach & former D1 wrestler</p><p><br></p><p>Jared Reber — Coach, runner, dad</p><p><br></p><p>Coach Chambers — Chemistry teacher & coach</p><p><br></p><p>Need help?</p><p>If you’re struggling with alcohol, drugs, gambling, porn, or any addiction—reach out. You’re not alone. If you’re in the wrestling community, message The Florida Wrestling Room or Ricky Cheese and we’ll point you to support.</p><p><br></p><p>Support the show</p><p>👍 Like, 🔔 subscribe, and share this episode to help someone who needs to hear it.</p><p><br></p><p>Sober October, wrestling, addiction recovery, fatherhood, discipline, fentanyl, Florida Wrestling Room, TFWR, mindset, coaching</p><p><br></p>
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Ricky created The Florida Wrestling Room in 2015 as a Facebook group to unite wrestling enthusiasts in Florida. Recognizing its limitations, he launched a website, turning it into the go-to source for wrestling in the state.
More than just a website, it's a community, a family. Now, Ricky brings his passion for wrestling to the airwaves, sharing inspiring stories and insightful interviews!
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