Death by Episode 53 - Should CrossFit Bring Back the Last Chance Qualifier?

The 2026 Games season will be upon us before we know it, and there are a few key changes being made. Sean, Tommy and Lauren talk about what they like and don't like about the adjusments to competition next year. Speaking of changes, things continue to shift with the 2025 WFP Finals in Copenhagen. Tommy gets us caught up on what has happened so far and what it means for the competition. Finally, rumors continue to swirl around an impending sale of CrossFit. Sean recaps the conversation he had with individuals from two organizations that are interested in buying the brand. This episode is presented by Thirdzy. Check out their Black Friday sale starting Friday, November 28 and running through December 2nd. Use the code "TEF" to get free shipping while enjoying up to 50% off savings site wide. This episode is sponsored by Reebok. Head to Reebok.com on December 5th to buy the new Nano X5 Edge Training Shoes.

Is CrossFit closer to getting sold? Rumors continue to swirl around the community after an interview by Hybrid Fitness Media and a mysterious Reddit post. Sean and Tommy talk about the latest news surrounding a potential sale, what they think is legitimate and what they think doesn't necessarily add up. Tia Toomey is expecting her second child next year and things could really interesting on the women's side of the competition as a result. Plus, despite lineup changes for the WFP finals in Copenhagen, there is still plenty on the line in the final event of the inaugural season. This episode is presented by Thirdzy. Head to thirdzy.com and use the code "TEF" to save 20% on their Rest and Recovery Collagen. And starting Friday, November 28th through Tuesday, December 2nd, our "TEF" code will get you free shipping along with sitewide savings of up to 50%.

The 2025 Rogue Invitational is officially behind us. Jeff Adler takes home his second Invitational championship while Laura Horvath earns her third title. Sean, Tommy and Lauren recap the weekend with their reviews of the entire event and their top takeaways from both the men's and women's divisions. Plus, the winner of the first ever Rogue Invitational fantasy fitness competition is revealed. This episode is presented by Thirdzy. Head to thirdzy.com and use the code "TEF" to save 20% on their Rest and Recovery Collagen and improve the way you sleep and recover.  

Nearly all of the 2026 CrossFit Games season has been announced after the dates and locations of the Semifinal qualifying events were announced along with a NEW twist of Masters athletes getting to compete in-person. Sean's in Scotland for the Rogue Invitational, and Tommy and Lauren breakdown the workouts that have been announced so far and give their best guess at some of the twists and elements that have yet to be revealed.  This episode is presented by Thirdzy. Head to thirdzy.com and use the code "TEF" to save 20% on their Rest and Recovery Collagen and improve how you sleep and recover

The CrossFit Games are returing to the West Coast for the first time in 10 years. The Fittest on Earth will be crowned in San José, California in 2026. Sean, Tommy and Lauren talk about the announcement, why they think it's a great move, what else might be in store for the event and what fans will need to keep in mind when visiting the Heart of the Silicon Valley. Plus, the Rogue Invitational gets going in a week and one of the top stars in the men's division is on the shelf. This episode is presented by Thirdzy. Head to thirdzy.com and use the code "TEF" to save 20% on their Rest and Recovery Collagen and improve how you sleep and recover.  

It's time to draft teams for the 2025 Rogue Invitational. Sean, Tommy and Lauren pick a team of 8 individual athletes for some fantasy fitness. See who you think has the best collection of 4 men and 4 women, and have a say in what the "punishment" for the losers will be. Plus, the 2026 Open is heading overseas and a famous Dottir has a daughter. This episode is presented by Thirdzy. Head to thirdzy.com and use the code "TEF" to save 25% on their new Salted Chocolate Caramel flavored Rest and Recovery from now until Friday, October 17 at noon EST.

Uncle Pat is back. Fresh off leading Team North America to their second-straight TYR Cup Championship, Pat Vellner sits down with Tommy and Lauren to talk about his experience in Southern California, how he's managing the competitive season and how he's dealing with the fact that the end of his competitive career is quickly approaching. This episode is presented by Thirdzy. Head to thirdzy.com and use the code "TEF" to save 20% on their Rest and Recovery Collagen and improve your sleep and recovery.  

Fresh off a successful, Wodapalooza SoCal, Managing Director of WZA Sports Dylan Malitsky joins Sean Woodland to talk about new owners, a new partnership with Gym Reapers, hosting an Open announcement in Miami and why the future is bright for the Wodapalooza brand. This episode is presented by Thirdzy. Head to thirdzy.com and use the code "TEF" to save 20% on their Rest and Recovery collagen and improve how you sleep and recover.

CrossFit's version of All-Star Weekend is now behind us as Team North America repeats as TYR Cup champions. Sean and Tommy take a look back at the competition, give us their top moments and tell us how they'd love to see the event evolve in the coming years. The 2026 Open is heading to Miami. Also, the guys give their thoughts on CrossFit holding the 26.3 announcement at Wodapalooza next March and Tia Toomey skipping the Rogue Invitational. Plus, 6-time masters champion Jason Grubb joins the show to talk about his recent experience at the Age Group CrossFit Games, what drives him to be one of the best in the sport, what masters athletes most often get wrong about training and how much longer he plans on being a competitive athlete. This episode is presented by Thirdzy. Head to thirdzy.com and use the code "TEF" to save 20% on their Rest and Recover Collagen and improve your sleep and recovery.

It's only September and we already know major details about the 2026 Games season structure and schedule. Sean and Tommy talk about two key additions for next year and why they think this is a big win for CrossFit. Justin Cotler is no longer an Underdog. The longtime coach is joining Mat Fraser and crew at HWPO. How does this move affect the training camp landscape? We get back to live competition this coming weekend as TYR Wodapalooza SoCal takes center stage. The TYR Cup returns for the second straight year as Team North America looks to defend their title against Team World. Sean and Tommy go through the events and tell you why this is definitely a toss up.