Derika Legg

The Next Playbook

Education EN ↓ 62 episodes

The Next Playbook podcast delves into the post-athletic careers of top-tier athletes, hosted by Derika. Each episode features candid conversations with former Olympians, professional athletes, and collegiate stars who have tackled the challenge of redefining themselves after their sporting careers. Through personal narratives of triumphs and trials, these guests offer insights into their journeys beyond the final whistle. Join us as we explore how these elite athletes forge new paths and continue to make significant impacts beyond their athletic achievements.

Author

Derika Legg

Category

Education

Podcast website

www.thenextplaybook.com

Latest episode

Jul 7, 2026

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Episodes

Build Your Network: Chris Kinney's Key to Transition 07.07.2026

Summary In this conversation, Chris Kinney shares his remarkable journey from being a track and field athlete to transitioning into bobsledding and ultimately representing the United States at the Olympics. He discusses the challenges he faced, including the pressure of corporate sponsorships, the competitive nature of the sport, and the emotional rollercoaster of qualifying for the Olympic team....

Own Your Running: Roberto Mandje's Evolution as an Athlete 23.06.2026

Sponsors Momentous - Get 20% off your purchase at livemomentous.com by using code PLAYBOOK20 Goal Five - Get 15% off your first order at GoalFive.com by using code PLAYBOOK15 Summary In this conversation, Roberto shares his journey from a young boy in Barcelona to becoming an accomplished runner and Olympian. He discusses the importance of a well-rounded sports background, the mindset shifts that...

Bet On Yourself: Kenneth Imo's Advice to Student Athletes 09.06.2026

Sponsors Momentous - Get 20% off your purchase at livemomentous.com by using code PLAYBOOK20 Goal Five - Get 15% off your first order at GoalFive.com by using code PLAYBOOK15 Summary In this conversation, Kenneth Imo shares his journey from being a Nigerian immigrant's son to becoming a college football player at SMU. He discusses the identity struggles of being a student athlete, the values i...

The Comeback: Rachel Miller on Why It's Always Available 26.05.2026

Momentous - Get 20% off your purchase at livemomentous.com by using code PLAYBOOK20 Goal Five - Get 15% off your first order at GoalFive.com by using code PLAYBOOK15 Summary In this engaging conversation, Rachel Miller shares her journey from a young athlete to a mother and entrepreneur, discussing the pressures of competition, the emotional challenges of stepping away from sport, and the inspirin...

Finding Alignment: Ed Lubowicki on the Athlete Edge 12.05.2026

Sponsors Momentous - Get 20% off your purchase at livemomentous.com by using code PLAYBOOK20 Goal Five - Get 15% off your first order at GoalFive.com by using code PLAYBOOK15 Summary In this episode, Derika sits down with Ed Lubowicki, a former Notre Dame lacrosse player and current University of Pennsylvania researcher. Ed shares his journey from the "OG American sport" to a high-pressu...

Liminal Space: Dawn Sanders on Riding the Wave of Transition 28.04.2026

Sponsors Momentous - Get 20% off your purchase at livemomentous.com by using code PLAYBOOK20 Goal Five - Get 15% off your first order at GoalFive.com by using code PLAYBOOK15 Summary In this episode, Derika speaks with Dawn Sanders, co-founder of Winwell , about the complex journey of athletes transitioning out of professional sports. Dawn shares her personal evolution from a track athlete and Eng...

Parallels: Where Sport and Business Intersect with Jenny Casson 14.04.2026

Sponsors Momentous - Get 20% off your purchase at livemomentous.com by using code PLAYBOOK20 Goal Five - Get 15% off your first order at GoalFive.com by using code PLAYBOOK15 Summary In this conversation, Jenny Casson shares her journey as a multi-sport athlete who transitioned into rowing and ultimately became a two-time Olympian. She discusses the importance of a diverse athletic background, the...

Do It Now: How Steve Moore is Helping Athletes Transition Beyond Sport 31.03.2026

Sponsors Momentous - Get 20% off your purchase at livemomentous.com when you enter code PLAYBOOK20  Summary In this conversation, Steve Moore shares his journey from being a soccer player to becoming a professional rugby player, discussing the transition from amateur to professional sports, the challenges of retirement, and how he found his way back to rugby through coaching and entrepreneurship....

Ask for Help: Madeline Davis Tully on Leaning on Your People 17.03.2026

Sponsors Momentous - Get 20% off your purchase at livemomentous.com when you enter code PLAYBOOK20 Summary In this conversation, Madeline Davis Tully shares her journey from a young girl watching her father row to becoming a competitive rower at Princeton University. She discusses the challenges and rewards of rowing, the transition to collegiate athletics, and the importance of preparation and mi...

Full Circle: How Dallen Stanford Went from Player to Commentator 03.03.2026

Sponsors Momentous - Get 20% off your purchase at livemomentous.com when you enter code PLAYBOOK20 Summary In this engaging conversation, Dallen Stanford shares his journey from growing up in South Africa, where rugby is a way of life, to becoming a key player on the USA Sevens team. He discusses the unique culture of rugby, the challenges of transitioning from player to commentator, and the impor...

Wolves and Tea: How Kenny Borg Thinks About Identity 17.02.2026

Sponsors Momentous - Get 20% off your purchase at livemomentous.com when you enter code PLAYBOOK20 Summary In this conversation, Kenny Borg shares his journey from being a 250-pound football player to navigating life after sports, including the challenges of injury, identity shifts, and the transition into entrepreneurship and coaching. He discusses the importance of community, the impact of fathe...

Welcome to My House: Lara Dallman Weiss on Prepping for LA 2028 03.02.2026

Sponsors Momentous - Get 20% off your purchase at livemomentous.com when you enter code PLAYBOOK20 Summary In this conversation, Lara Dallman Weiss shares her emotional journey as a two-time Olympic sailor, reflecting on her experiences in the sailing community, the importance of teamwork, and the challenges of transitioning between Olympic cycles. She discusses her love for sailing, the significa...

Talk About It: How Trevor Ruhland Climbed Out of the Darkness 20.01.2026

Sponsors Momentous - Get 20% off your purchase at livemomentous.com when you enter code PLAYBOOK20 Summary In this episode, Derika interviews Trevor Ruhland, a former collegiate football player at Notre Dame, who shares his journey from a football-focused upbringing to navigating the challenges of college athletics and life after sports. Trevor discusses the significant influence of his parents, p...

Fly and Die: Caryn Davies on Coming Out of Retirement 06.01.2026

Sponsors Momentous - Get 20% off your purchase at livemomentous.com when you enter code PLAYBOOK20 Summary In this conversation, Caryn Davies shares her journey from discovering rowing at a young age to becoming a three-time Olympian. She discusses the importance of community in sports, the pressures of competition, and the emotional complexities of winning medals. Caryn reflects on her transition...

No Regrets: Graceful Transitions with Manuela Berchtold 23.12.2025

Sponsors Momentous - Get 20% off your purchase at livemomentous.com when you enter code PLAYBOOK20 Summary In this conversation, Manuela Berchtold shares her journey from a competitive skiing background to representing Australia in the Olympics. She discusses the importance of time management, her upbringing in a skiing family, and the transition from athlete to life beyond sports. Manuela emphasi...

Welcome to the Party: Trisonya Abraham on the Explosion of Women's Sports 09.12.2025

Sponsors Momentous - Get 20% off your purchase at livemomentous.com when you enter code PLAYBOOK20 Summary Pioneering sports agent Trisonya Abraham joins us to discuss her groundbreaking career. Trisonya recounts her journey from growing up in Compton and discovering volleyball to becoming a National Champion with the legendary Long Beach State "Soul Patrol." She provides candid insights...

Play Free: Chris Katrenick on the Power of Development Coaching 25.11.2025

Sponsors Momentous - Get 20% off your purchase at livemomentous.com when you enter code PLAYBOOK20 Summary In this conversation, Chris Katrenick shares his journey from being a young football fan to becoming a quarterback at Duke University. He discusses the early influences that shaped his love for football, the transition from high school to college football, and the challenges he faced along th...

Programmed Different: Andrew Petcash on an Athlete Superpowers in Business 11.11.2025

Sponsors Momentous - Get 20% off your purchase at livemomentous.com when you enter code PLAYBOOK20 Summary In this conversation, Andrew Petcash discusses the unique advantages that athletes bring to the  business world, emphasizing their resilience and ability to adapt. He shares insights into his entrepreneurial journey with ProFluence, a company aimed at revolutionizing the sports industry throu...

Enforced Limbo: Yona Knight-Wisdom's Advice on Retirement 28.10.2025

Sponsors Momentous - Get 20% off your purchase at livemomentous.com when you enter code PLAYBOOK20 Summary In this conversation, Yona shares his journey from a multicultural upbringing to becoming Jamaica's first male Olympic diver. He discusses the influence of his Caribbean heritage, the pivotal moments that led him to diving, and the sacrifices he made in pursuit of his Olympic dreams. Yona...

Take More Water: Jess Thoennes Isn’t Ready to Be Done 14.10.2025

Sponsors Momentous - Get 20% off your purchase at livemomentous.com when you enter code PLAYBOOK20 Summary In this conversation, Jess shares her journey from being a walk-on athlete to becoming a two-time Olympian in rowing. She discusses the challenges she faced in transitioning from volleyball and basketball to rowing, the supportive community she found, and the defining moments in her college c...

Figuring It Out: How Stephanie Roble is Staying in the Now 30.09.2025

Sponsors Momentous - Get 20% off your purchase at livemomentous.com when you enter code PLAYBOOK20 Summary In this conversation, Stephanie Roble shares her journey as an Olympic sailor, discussing the challenges of transitioning from a full-time athlete to life beyond sports. She reflects on the emotional rollercoaster of competing at the Olympics, the intense focus required to succeed, and the im...

So Much More: Freddie Woodward's Identity Beyond Sport 16.09.2025

Sponsors Momentous - Get 20% off your purchase at livemomentous.com when you enter code PLAYBOOK20 Summary In this conversation, Derika and Freddie Woodward explore the emotional highs and lows of competition, the challenges of self-doubt, and the importance of motivation. Freddie shares his experiences from his early days in diving to the pressures of the Olympic Games, and the reflections that f...

What Are You About: Creating Social Impact with Krista Kokjohn-Poehler 02.09.2025

Sponsors Momentous - Get 20% off your purchase at livemomentous.com when you enter code PLAYBOOK20 Summary In this episode, Krista and Derika explore the transformative journey of athletes transitioning from sports to impactful careers. Krista shares her personal experiences, from her early love for basketball to her diverse career path, including coaching, entrepreneurship, and social impact work...

Humble Yourself: Rashard Hall on Embracing the Redshirt Opportunity 19.08.2025

Sponsors Momentous - Get 20% off your purchase at livemomentous.com when you enter code PLAYBOOK20 Summary In this conversation, Rashard Hall shares his journey from a young football player in St. Augustine, Florida, to a successful career in various fields after college. He discusses the challenges of transitioning from high school to college football, the emotional rollercoaster of pursuing an N...

Be the Biggest Version of Yourself: Jamie Bache on Personal Branding 05.08.2025

Sponsors Momentous - Get 20% off your purchase at livemomentous.com when you enter code PLAYBOOK20 Summary In this conversation, Jamie Bache shares his journey from a rugby-focused upbringing to a career in sports marketing. He discusses the influence of his family, the challenges he faced in rugby, and the importance of education and external influences in shaping his career path. Jamie emphasize...

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