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PODCAST: Roisin Willis Turns PRO! šŸ¤ÆšŸ”„ Plus, STAR Transfers on the Move! ā­ļø

  • Wyatt Barnsley
  • Dec 17, 2025
  • 1 min read

Production via Wyatt Barnsley

On this week’s episode of The Stride Report Podcast, Ben and Garrett react to one of December’s biggest headlines as Roisin Willis officially turns pro, breaking down what it means for her future and the collegiate landscape she leaves behind. They also dive into major coaching and transfer news, including Cale Wallace being named Arkansas’ new men’s cross country coach and Ernest Cheruiyot’s move from Texas Tech to Arkansas. The guys track a flurry of portal movement with Valentin Soca, Zane Bergen and Jackson Shorten, analyze Wake Forest’s addition of French standout Aurielian Radja, and hit on key signings across the country to round out a packed episode full of early-season intrigue. Be sure to listen, subscribe and review!

(2:24) Roisin Willis Turns Pro

(8:24) Cale Wallace Named Arkansas Men’s Head Cross Country Coach

(12:29) Ernest Cheruiyot Leaves Texas Tech for Arkansas

(17:37) Valentin Soca Enters Transfer Portal

(23:57) Zane Bergen Enters Transfer Portal

(28:24) Jackson Shorten Transfers to Oregon

(32:09) Wake Forrest Bring in French Aurielian Radja

(36:11) Lyla Belshaw Signs With Louisville

(40:57) Bradley Giblin Heading to Eastern Kentucky

(43:14) Arizona Signs Mercy Chepkemoi

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