Category: Podcast
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Ep. 74 Angie Allen | Rowing
In this episode, Angie Allen, Associate Commissioner of Women’s Sports for the Big West Conference, shares how she’s navigated a high-level career in collegiate athletics while staying true to her values.
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Ep. 73 Emmanuel Orange | Football
In this episode of The 5th Quarter, host Sandy Adams sits down with Emmanuel Orange—a former college football captain at Carson-Newman University, Haitian-born immigrant, and now a successful professional in healthcare sales. Emmanuel opens up about his journey growing up between two cultures, how football gave him structure and confidence, and what it really took…
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Ep. 72 Courtney Burns | Basketball
In this episode of The 5th Quarter Podcast, Courtney Burns, head women’s basketball coach at Post University, shares her journey from athlete to coach—and the leadership evolution that came with it. You’ll hear Courtney’s take on: Whether you’re an athlete, a coach, or a professional in a season of change, this conversation offers valuable lessons…
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Ep. 71 Brevin Knight | Basketball
Brevin Knight didn’t grow up chasing NBA dreams. A Jersey kid who wanted a great education—and a shot to keep playing the game he loved.
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Ep. 70 Geoff Mack | Public Address Announcer
You’ve heard his voice echo through the Liberty Bowl and FedExForum… but now you’ll hear his story. This week on The 5th Quarter Podcast, I sit down with Geoff Mack, the public address announcer for Memphis Tigers Football & Men’s Basketball. We talk legacy, family, and what it was like hearing his own kids on…
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Ep. 69 Jeff Brightwell | Sports Broadcaster
InIn this episode of The 5th Quarter Podcast – On the Sideline, host Sandy Adams interviews Jeff Brightwell, a veteran play-by-play broadcaster and proud University of Memphis alum. With a career spanning nearly 30 years across radio, TV, and digital platforms like ESPN and CBS Sports Network, Jeff brings a wealth of insight not just…
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Ep. 67 Grace Cave | Student Athlete
In this On The Sideline episode of The 5th Quarter Podcast, I sit down with Grace Cave, a D1 women’s basketball standout from the University of Nebraska at Omaha. Fresh off a record-breaking college career, Grace reflects on her journey—from a small-town girl in Weeping Water, Nebraska, to a state champion, and finally, a Division…
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Ep. 66 Gwendolyn Sanders Woods | Track
Starting with non-traditional high school and college basketball experiences, Brandon’s path is a powerful example of turning passion and perseverance into impact.
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Ep. 64 Brandon Branch | Basketball
Starting with non-traditional high school and college basketball experiences, Brandon’s path is a powerful example of turning passion and perseverance into impact.
