oppHERtunity

In this conversation, Alyssa Jackson, a sophomore basketball player at San Diego State, shares her journey from playing soccer to falling in love with basketball. She discusses her experiences as a freshman and her aspirations for law school. Alyssa also reflects on the growth of women's basketball, her life outside of sports, and the support from her family. The conversation highlights her ex...

In this conversation, Jazlen Green shares her journey from being a basketball player to becoming the owner and creator of Mntl Vzn, a mental health initiative aimed at supporting youth. She discusses her background, the challenges she faced in her athletic career, and the importance of leadership and teamwork. Jazlen emphasizes the significance of mental health awareness and her desire to help oth...

In this engaging conversation, Bailey Barnhard, a sophomore at San Diego State University, shares her journey in women's basketball, reflecting on her transition from high school to college, the importance of leadership, and her aspirations for the upcoming season. She discusses her personal interests, family support, and future goals, including the desire to play overseas and travel the world...

In this conversation, Jason speaks with Abigail Leaupepe-Tele and Sarah Porter about their initiative, the Hoopers Collective, which aims to create a supportive community for women in basketball in San Diego. They discuss their backgrounds, the importance of mentorship, and their vision for the future, including plans for skill development and community engagement. The conversation highlights the...

summary Coach Bennett discusses her background in coaching and her involvement with the San Diego Soul Pro League. She shares her passion for women's basketball and her goal of creating a platform for women to continue playing after college. The league aims to provide a fun and exciting environment for players and fans, with plans for live music, mascots, contests, and autograph sessions. Coac...

summary Izzy Pellot discusses her recent accomplishments in golf, including winning the SEC Championship and her journey to finding the right swing coach. She emphasizes the importance of being kind to oneself and having a positive mindset. Izzy also talks about the role of faith and mental coaching in her life and how she balances golf with other hobbies. She shares her experience at the US Amate...

Summary Isabela Hernandez grew up in a small town in Washington and has been passionate about basketball since a young age. She played on various teams and eventually committed to San Diego State, her dream school. However, the COVID-19 pandemic presented challenges for her as a player, with strict protocols and restrictions on fans. This led her to transfer to Masters University, where she found...

Summary Kiran shares her soccer journey from California to Texas to Kansas State, highlighting the impact of her cousins and coaches along the way. She discusses her ACL injury and the challenges of recovery, as well as her experience at UTSA and her transfer to Kansas State. Kiran also talks about her passion for coaching and the importance of bringing energy and fun to the game. She shares her g...

Summary Greta Kampschroeder, a player on the Michigan women's basketball team, shares her journey and experiences in college basketball. She talks about her background in basketball, her decision to transfer to Michigan, and the opportunities and challenges she has faced. Greta discusses the success of the team in the past season, the impact of conference realignment, and the opportunities cre...

Summary Kelly Gorbatenko, a women's hockey player for the Wisconsin Badgers, discusses her journey in hockey and the state of women's hockey. She started playing hockey at a young age and fell in love with the sport. In seventh grade, she realized the opportunity to play college hockey and began the recruiting process. She ultimately chose to play for the University of Wisconsin. Kelly had...

Summary Natalie Brown, a collegiate swimmer, shares her swimming journey and experiences in the swimming world. She started swimming competitively at the age of four and has been involved in the sport ever since. Natalie talks about her transition from sprint freestyle to distance swimming and her goal of breaking a school record in the mile event. She also discusses her passion for coaching and h...

IDK what to say about this episode lol Abby is my 5yr old Daughter Ronnie's favorite player from last season and this was an attempt at doing an interview together... enjoy!

Summary Harley Jimenez, an equestrian expert, shares her experience and insights into the world of equestrian events. She talks about her background in horse riding, the mental and physical aspects of the sport, and the importance of building a bond with the horse. Harley discusses the lifestyle and scope of competition in the equestrian world, including the different events and the team dynamics....

Summary Kiersten Martin, a tennis player and aspiring teacher, shares her journey of starting tennis in sixth grade and falling in love with the sport. She talks about her experience playing tennis in college and the unique opportunities she has had at Grace College. Kiersten also discusses her involvement in the name, image, and likeness (NIL) space and how she navigates the rules and regulations...

Summary Alexis Tucker, a graduate transfer at Florida State, shares her basketball journey and future aspirations. She talks about her decision to transfer from Texas Tech to UC Santa Barbara and eventually to Florida State. Alexis discusses her love for the game and her passion for the mid-range shot. She also shares her goals of playing in the WNBA and overseas, as well as her interest in coachi...

Summary Emma Silberman, a senior gymnast at the University of Maryland, shares her journey in gymnastics and her unique recruiting process. She discusses her nomination for the AAI award and the opportunities that Maryland has provided her. Emma talks about her mindset and mental fortitude, as well as her experience competing in different events. She also shares her passion for special education a...

Summary In this episode, Heather discusses the growth and visibility of women's sports, the impact of women athletes as brand ambassadors, and the potential for documentaries on women athletes. She also shares her excitement for the upcoming WNBA season and highlights the strong community support for the Seattle Storm. In this conversation, Heather and Jason discuss their love for sneakers and...

Summary In this episode of the oppHERtunity Podcast, host Jason interviews Angelique Garcia, a track and field athlete specializing in throwing events. Angelique shares her journey into throwing and how she overcame doubts about her size and athleticism. She discusses the different throwing events she participates in and her love for the hammer throw. Angelique also highlights top throwers to watc...

Summary Aryssa Mart discusses her soccer journey, from starting at a young age to playing college soccer. She talks about the challenges of moving around and adapting to new environments, as well as the recruiting process and choosing a college. Aryssa shares her experience playing as a forward/attacking midfielder and her plans for the future, including entering the draft and potentially playing...

Summary Riley Stark, a cheerleader at Indiana University, shares her experiences and insights into the world of cheerleading. She discusses her background in cheerleading, the different divisions and competitions, and the transition to cheerleading at a big university. Riley also talks about the excitement of competitions, the support and culture at cheerleading tournaments, and her future plans i...

Summary In this episode, Leilaa McKenzie from the Daily Trojan joins the podcast to discuss USC women's basketball. Leila highlights USC's success in the conference tournament and their number one seed in March Madness. She shares her experience at the Pac-12 tournament and the competitive atmosphere among the teams. Leila also discusses the anticipated energy and support for USC in the to...

Summary Ky'Renae Matlock, a track star at Cleveland State University, shares her journey and experiences in college running. She discusses her background in various sports and how she discovered her passion for sprinting. Ky'Renae also talks about her aspirations to attend law school and pursue a career in civil law and politics. She highlights the challenges of transitioning to college ru...

Summary In this episode, Izzy Pellot, a golfer at Mississippi State, shares her journey in the sport. She discusses her early success in high school and the challenges she faced when a coach doubted her talent. Izzy talks about her decision to play college golf and the recruiting process. She emphasizes the importance of a strong mindset and the support of her family. Izzy also shares her interest...

Summary In this episode, Jason interviews Kylee Simmons, a top-ranked soccer player from the University of Missouri. Kylee shares her background and how she chose soccer as her main sport. She discusses the challenges of the recruiting process, especially during COVID-19, and why she ultimately chose Missouri. Kylee talks about her playing style and her success as a goal scorer. She also shares he...

Summary Valeria Ray, a freshman tennis player at Vanderbilt University, shares her background in tennis and her journey to college tennis. She discusses her early ambitions and success in junior tennis, including winning the Orange Bowl. Valeria explains why she chose Vanderbilt and how the transition to college tennis has been. She talks about the mental challenges in tennis and the importance of...