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266. From Doubt to Dream: Nealy Martin’s Wild Ride to the Pros
In this episode, we sit down with NWSL defender Nealy Martin for an honest and inspiring convo about the rollercoaster that is professional soccer. From applying to 9–5 jobs while chasing her dream of playing pro, to stepping into goal (twice) during real matches, Nealy’s journey is anything but ordinary.
We talk about:
The moment she almost gave up on soccer — and why she didn’t
How it actually feels to go undrafted and still make it
What it’s like to literally pay to attend a pro tryout
Playing goalkeeper professionally (yes, really)
The mental chaos of getting traded
Her advice to anyone unsure if they should keep going
Whether you’re a young player figuring out your next step, or just love a good underdog story, this one’s for you.
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In this episode, we sit down with NWSL defender Nealy Martin for an honest and inspiring convo about the rollercoaster that is professional soccer. From applying to 9–5 jobs while chasing her dream of playing pro, to stepping into goal (twice) during real matches, Nealy’s journey is anything but ordinary.
We talk about:
The moment she almost gave up on soccer — and why she didn’t
How it actually feels to go undrafted and still make it
What it’s like to literally pay to attend a pro tryout
Playing goalkeeper professionally (yes, really)
The mental chaos of getting traded
Her advice to anyone unsure if they should keep going
Whether you’re a young player figuring out your next step, or just love a good underdog story, this one’s for you.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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