What does it look like to take deep-rooted discipline from your upbringing and turn it into leadership across sports and business?
In this episode of The 5th Quarter Podcast, I sit down with James Fisher Jr., General Manager of the Memphis Hound Dogs, to talk about a journey shaped long before titles ever came into play.
From growing up in Texas, where grit, discipline, and self-belief are part of the culture, to running track and playing football, to continuing his athletic career at Texas State — his foundation was built early. But like many athletes, the real story began in the transition.
We talk about how he moved from athlete to entrepreneur, building a career in performance, business, and leadership — and how those experiences now come together as he helps build a new professional franchise in Memphis.
Highlights:
- How his Texas upbringing shaped his mindset and work ethic
- Lessons from competing in track and football
- The transition from athlete to building a career beyond sports
- Starting at the ground level and creating real momentum
- What leadership looks like off the field
- Building the Memphis Hound Dogs from the ground up
If you’re navigating your next chapter or building something from scratch, this conversation will challenge how you think about growth and leadership.
Learn more at memphishounddogs.football
- On social (at) MemphisHoundDogs
- On IG (at) JamesFisherJr
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