SportsEpreneur

Changing lives one ticket at a time. Today we speak with Ann Lademann, Executive Director of Kids In Seats. In this episode, we discuss attending sporting events, storytelling, and Kids In Seats. We hosted Ann in the office and instead of a typical podcast chat, we recorded our meeting. It’s not the best sound quality as it’s a documentary style podcast instead of an arranged podcast. We hope you...

Esports is here and only getting bigger! Today we speak with Ty Biegerl, founder of Queen City Gaming. In this episode we discuss Esports gaming, repping your city, and how gaming can save lives. We hosted Ty in the office and instead of a typical podcast chat, we recorded our meeting. It’s not the best sound quality as it’s a documentary-style podcast instead of an arranged podcast. We hope you e...

It’s time to learn lessons from a major league ballplayer! This conversation features Tom Murphy, catcher for the Seattle Mariners. In this episode, we discuss the Major League Baseball Journey, The Seattle Mariners, and youth baseball.  If you are in or around the world of sports and are looking to up your content game, then let’s chat . Tom has also played for the Colorado Rockies. Before his ti...

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Dealing with pressure is something every athlete must be able to do. Today we speak with Derek Bylsma, Executive Director of Millennium Counseling Center in Chicago, Illinois. In this episode, we discuss dealing with pressure as an athlete.  —— Derek specializes in recovery-related work, mental health disorders, and issues unique to athletic performance. He is e...

Take a walk in a basketball star’s shoes. Our guest today is Marcus Fizer, a former basketball player for Iowa State University and the Chicago Bulls. In this episode, we discuss a basketball career and the journey of an NBA player.  —— Marcus is a former McDonald’s High School All-American, an Iowa State Cyclone legend, the number 4 pick in the 2000 NBA Draft, and a former Chicago Bull.  He share...

Soccer is here to stay whether you buy it or not. In this episode, we discuss the 7 reasons why I’m a big–time buyer in the future of soccer in the United States.  Internationally, soccer is the biggest sport. It’s just that in the US it’s not. While it has grown over the years, it’s not there…Yet.  But as I look ahead, I see an incredible future for soccer in the United States.  After thinking, r...

Using your platform for good. Our guest today is Jake Newton, professional hockey player and mental health advocate. In this episode, we discuss mental health in sports and the life of a professional hockey player.  —— Today we are chatting with Jake Newton, Professional Hockey Player and mental health advocate.    In his career he has played in the AHL, ECHL and currently plays for JYP of the Fin...

Ever wondered what it’s like as a professional baseball player? Our guest today is Ty Kelly, professional baseball player for the Los Angeles Angels. In this episode, we discuss creating content as an athlete and the life of a professional baseball player. —— In his career, he has played for the Mets, Phillies, Blue Jays, and Team Israel.   Ty had a lot to say about creativity, adaptability, and o...

A true athlete turned entrepreneur. Our guest today is Mike Hollis, former professional football player for the Jacksonville Jaguars. In this episode we discuss the life of an NFL Kicker and the transition from pro sports to entrepreneurship.   —— You remember Mike as the kicker that took down Eric’s Buffalo Bills in the 1996 Playoffs! Mike played in the NFL for 9 years with the Jags, Bills, and N...

A true leader for athletes on and off the court. In this episode, we chatted with Galen Duncan. Galen was the  VP of Professional Development for the Sacramento Kings at the time this conversation took place. In this episode, we discuss NBA Super Teams and The Kings Way.  Galen was previously with the Detroit Lions. And he is currently with the University of Illinois Chicago. He is the Senior Asso...