Five Arms and A Lucky Fin - Weekly Sports Podcast
Five Arms and a Lucky Fin is a weekly sports podcast hosted by Brendan McCormick, Jasen Aidt, and David Salway. We sit down with athletes, coaches, and sports personalities to dive into their journeys across multiple sports—on and off the court, field, mat, or track. From inspiring stories to locker room laughs, no topic is off-limits.
Whether it’s exclusive interviews, bold predictions, or some free hot takes, we bring a mix of authenticity, energy, and real sports talk. You’ll also catch us breaking down the latest sports news and giving our unfiltered takes on what’s happening across the college and pro landscape.
Five Arms and A Lucky Fin - Weekly Sports Podcast
Derek McCormick’s Rise: From the NAIA Grind to the Big Ten Lights
He didn’t start at a Power 5 school. He didn’t know a soul on campus. But Derek McCormick still found his way to the College Football Playoff — and left his mark along the way.
In this episode, we dive into Derek’s journey from small-school beginnings to kicking under the Big Ten lights. He talks about:
⚡ Getting lost (literally) on day one
👟 The mental side of being the guy when the game’s on the line
🤝 Building bonds and earning respect in a new locker room
🔥 And the moment he knew he belonged
From the NAIA to the national spotlight, Derek’s story is proof that the path doesn’t have to be perfect — just yours.