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Tierra-Pratt Ruffin is a two-time ACC selection, and the University of the North Carolina Women's basketball alum, With 8 years experience as a professional athlete, six years with the Washington Mystics and two years with the LA Sparks, Tierra drops a few nuggets on the power of adaptability. She also adds what transferrable skills are critical to a smooth transition from Sport to Career, how to...

Evan Gordon is the current CEO of EG3 Basketball Academy. As a former men's basketball student-athlete his journey has taken him from Liberty University to Arizona State with a final stop at Indiana University. Tap in as he shares his transition from Sport to Career, playing overseas and coaching in China!        EG3 Academy: https://e3basketballacademy.com/

Former Wisconsin Badger, Janese Banks shares what connectivity has meant to her as a player and a coach. With 12 years as an assistant in the coaching industry her experience expands over five different institutions. Listen in as she discusses her transition from Sport to Career and the tangible steps to execute on your own journey!

Tennille Adams joins us on Episode 38 to share why leadership is vulnerability. Coach Adams discusses how her experience as  a student-athlete at Arkansas, Head Coach and now current assistant coach at Alabama University, have taught her why vulnerability has been the key to her growth and success. Tune in!

Jaida Williams is a Cal Poly Pomona alum, with over 19 years in the coaching industry as both a Head Coach and an Assistant Coach. In this episode she highlights the importance of leadership in Sport and in life. Now an assistant women's basketball coach at Ole Miss University, let her tell her story through her lifes journey and experiences!

University of Delaware Alum and Hall of Famer, Tiara Malcom discusses the importance of leadership. Whether she details her experience as a former Head Coach and now assistant coach at Villanova the message is still the same- 

  2022-23 CAA Coach of the Year and former NBA Champion, Speedy Claxton shares with us what has been the necessary steps to his success both on and off the court. Transitioning from assistant coach to now the Head Coach of the Hofstra Men's Basketball team he drops the how and why to his recent success of back to back 20+ win seasons. This episode is about what it takes to be prepared for your mom...

Two-time WNBA champion,  and high performance life coach, Yolanda Moore joins us for Part 2 in sharing her journey from Sport to Career. This episode focuses on gaining  clarity, confidence and courage to pursue the things that you want to do. 

As a two-time WNBA champion, championship head women's college basketball coach, and former corporate recruiter, Yolanda Moore has made it her mission to help athletes and high performing individuals just like you leverage your unique skills and talent so you can build a life and career you love and get paid the salary you deserve without starting over. In this episode Yolanda, takes your through...

Former University South Carolina Women's basketball player , Lauren Falohun answers the questions you have about wanting to impact more and create change in your everyday life. She details why mindset matters and when you get there, how to keep going. Listen in as she takes you through the steps from a former athlete to now educator!   Twitter: CoachCocoa3 Website: CoachCocoa.com

Former WNBA guard, and co-owner of i.mhuman clothing line, Rex Morris shares how habit forming was a  key to her success in transitioning from Sport to Career. She will unlock the steps mentally and emotionally to thrive and succeed at the next level. Bed sure to check out some of the amazing    Clothing Line: @i.mhuman IG @darxiamorris

Former UCF Women's basketball Alum and Orlando native, Kay Kay Wright takes us on her journey to rebranding herself. Her journey after college includes adding her to her superpowers and what steps are critical to surviving as a professional athlete.  Her story will definitely hit home!   KayKay Wright Apparel : kaykaywright.store Basketball Training : Delayed Not Denied Training Book: Delayed Not...

What does financial literacy mean? Why is it important and what "experts" won't share. Omar Trimino, Accounting Professional and CEO of Brighter Future Financials will breakdown what you need to know about financial literacy. In this episode he also discusses the impact of sports and family on his transition from student-athlete to financially resourceful! Tap in    LinkedIn: OmarTrimino Twitter:...

Former Head Coach and Assistant Coach at the Division I level, Brit King discusses the mindset of an athlete  transitioning from sport (player)  to career (coach). With over thirty plus years in the coaching industry she outlines what matters most and her current role as Assistant Athletic Director for Inclusive Excellence at Bryant University.    LinkedIn: Brit King  

Link Kabadyundi, a 7'1 UT Arlington alum and former student-athlete on the men's basketball team. In this episode he discusses recognizing your gifts after the ball stops bouncing, habits that were successful as a student-athlete and steps to implement in your transition from Sport to Career. Tap in! Twitter: Link Kabadyundi Instagram: Kabadyundi LinkedIn: Link Kabadyundi

Congolese-Canadian ,former female basketball player and now recording artist, Bidi Queen shares her story of transition from on the court (basketball) to off the court (singer, rapper & songwriter).  She drops nuggets on how to effectively transition from your sport, successful habits of Division I student-athletes and the experiences of being in the music industry as a female artist. Tune in!   I...

CEO and founder of SavvySkills LLC, Markeshia Grant shares how she effectively transitioned on and off the basketball court from high school to college and college to career. She highlights what successful student-athletes embody to succeed and the importance of consistency and discipline.    IG: Savvyfive Twitter: Savvyfive

Four time Atlantic-10 All Academic, All Conference performer and 02' Hall of Fame Inductee, Devin M. Butler shares her journey of transitioning from sport (gymnastics) to career (CEO of Joy Pop- Cultivator & Earring Connoisseur). Her story reveals the importance of GOD in her life, work life balance, and being a mom. Join is us for a relatable story on how all of these things have played a part in...

Two time A-10 All Conference Selection, Tj Thompson joins us to discuss his transition from sport (Men's Basketball) to career (Assistant Coach). As the current record holder for three pointers at GW and the former point guard on the 2005  George Washington Mens Basketball Atlantic-10 conference championship team, Tj shares what has been successful during his playing career as well as what it take...

Rashauna Hamilton is the Senior Director of Community Relations and Youth Programs for the Miami Dolphins.  As a former student-athlete at George Mason University, on this episode she details her biggest influence, her transition on and off the court as well as the importance of relationship building in her  career. Listen in!

Aki Thomas shares his journey from the NYC basketball courts to the University of Colorado as a student-athlete. The journey includes adversity, success, positive relationships and pivoting when need be. Listen in on how he details leadership and his transition from Sport to Career!    

Danielle Perkins discusses her transition from Sport to Career. A former student-athlete at St. Johns University to Complex Personal Training Manager @Equinox to currently holding the WBC Silver World Championship belt in boxing. Sport remains the common denominator and Danielle shares how to manage effectively and change your mindset for success!    Instagram: chambers11221 Twitter: chambers11221

Windy City Bulls (G-League) Assistant Coach, Devin Sweetney discusses his transition from Sport to Career. The lessons learned as a student-athlete at Saint Francis,PA, 11 year professional athlete overseas, and a  Big "3" Champion. Devin shares in depth what NBA execs look for and what you can do to set yourself apart!

Listen in as actor and media entrepreneur, Toni Belafonte discusses how the sport of basketball shaped the beginning of her journey to becoming   a "working actor" in an industry of amazing talent. With guest appearances on "Law & Order", Fox's 9-1-1, CBS's FBI International and most recently Paramount Plus- StarTrek Picard, she outlines how to "show up" in life no matter your circumstances. Insta...

When you think of the AND 1 Street Ball Movement, think of Headache. One of seven founding members and legendary street baller, Tim Gittens discusses his journey of how basketball became is refuge. He also shares how he got the name, "Headache"and outlines the pitfalls and the successes that have opened doors to play in the professional ranks, coach in the WNBA and claim his mark with the next gen...