Category: Women
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Ep. 80 Gabriela Zych | Rifle
In this episode, Sandy Adams sits down with Gabriela Zych, University of Memphis rifle standout and the first national champion in Memphis rifle history.
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Ep. 79 Jazmin Mancilla | Soccer
Former soccer standout Jazzmin Mancilla shares her journey from college and club championships to overcoming injuries, navigating career pivots, and becoming a mom and entrepreneur.
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Ep. 78 Rikishi Smith-Rey | Soccer
Dr. Rikishi Smith-Rey, founder of SportPhD and Assistant Professor at Clemson University, shares her journey from D1 soccer player to career pivots, resilience, and redefining identity. Learn how to turn setbacks into opportunities and build your next chapter with purpose.
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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. 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. 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. 62 Regina Smith | Cheerleader
In this special holiday edition of the 5th Quarter Podcast, I had the honor of speaking with Head Coach Regina Smith, the groundbreaking leader of Morgan State University’s Acrobatics and Tumbling program—the first HBCU Division I team in the sport. As we reflect on gratitude and purpose this season, Regina’s story of faith, resilience, and…
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Ep. 58 Sydney Griffin | Track
Have you ever faced setbacks that made you question your career path? In this inspiring episode, I dive into the journey of Sydney Griffin, a former D1 sprinter/hurdler and retired semi-pro international athlete whose track career began at just 13 in Marietta, Georgia. From an early age, Sydney faced her share of challenges, including injuries…
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Ep. 54 Jessica Benson | Broadcast Sports Journalist
In this episode of The 5th Quarter Podcast‘s On the Sideline series, I sit down with sports broadcast journalist Jessica Benson, host of The Jessica Benson Show with CJ Hurt on @grindcitymedia Network. We dive deep into her journey as a woman navigating the male-dominated world of sports media. Jessica shares how she found her…
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