# Ep. 156 - Jason Welch

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Podcast: [Athletor Podcast with Mike Mal](https://stenobird.com/podcast/athletor-podcast-with-mike-mal-6041450)
Published: 2026-02-04T10:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Jason Welch joins Episode 156 of the Athletor Podcast to share a clear look at leadership, culture, and the state of college wrestling. As Head Coach at San Francisco State, Welch talks through building programs with limited resources, leading athletes with purpose, and staying committed to development beyond wins and losses. The conversation centers on accountability, opportunity, and what coaches owe athletes inside and outside the room. Welch breaks down real challenges facing programs today and explains how wrestling continues to shape discipline, resilience, and long-term growth for those involved.

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