Debrina Wright

REI Sports Network

Education EN ↓ 4 episodes

REI Sports Network is where sports, education, and opportunity come together. Hosted by Debrina Wright, founder of REI Prep, this podcast features conversations with the coaches, athletes, educators, entrepreneurs, executives, and innovators shaping the future of sports. From student-athlete development and recruiting to NIL, esports, coaching, sports business, leadership, and career pathways, every episode delivers practical insights and real-world experiences from the people building the industry. Whether you're a student-athlete, parent, coach, educator, sports professional, or simply passi...

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Debrina Wright

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Episode 4: The Future of Esports: Careers, Strategies & Industry Insights 06.07.2026 59:21

🎮 Gaming is no longer just a hobby—it's a career. In Episode 4 of REI Sports Network , Debrina Wright sits down with Quentin Hennig , esports educator, cybersecurity expert, and gaming strategist, to explore the rapidly growing world of competitive gaming. From college scholarships and professional gaming to AI, streaming, content creation, and career opportunities, this conversation breaks down...

Episode 3: The Power of Coaching: Building Better Athletes & Better People 30.06.2026 29:15

🏀 What makes a great coach? It's more than drawing up plays or calling timeouts. Great coaches build confidence, develop leaders, and prepare young people for success long after the final buzzer. In this episode of REI Sports Network , host Debrina Wright sits down with Coach Jarryd "Coach J" Dent , founder of Score Hoops 3-on-3 Basketball , to discuss why coaching is one of the most powerful inf...

Episode 2: How Student-Athletes Build Their Brand, Earn Money & Win with NIL | REI Sports Network 28.06.2026 55:59

What if every student-athlete had the opportunity to build a personal brand, launch merchandise, and earn income through NIL? In Episode 2 of REI Sports Network , host Debrina Wright is joined by Ben and Alek , founders of Signature Drop Shop , to explore how today's athletes can turn their passion into opportunity through Name, Image & Likeness (NIL), branding, entrepreneurship, and social me...

Episode 1: Revolutionizing Education for Student-Athletes: The Premier Prep Model 28.06.2026 51:51

What if school didn't force student-athletes to choose between academics and their passion? In the debut episode of REI Sports Network , host Debrina Wright sits down with Sarah Williams , Director of Education at Premier Prep Online Academy, to explore a new approach to education designed for today's student-athletes, future sports professionals, and families seeking greater flexibility. Together...