The Post Game Podcast

5. Greivis Vasquez | Cultivating Confidence


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GV is just a different dude. He’s 6’6” so you can’t miss him, but other than that, he’s quite unassuming. He’s unpolished and dresses like he’s heading from his fridge to his couch, but he would fit right in at a classy dinner. His English is very imperfect, but he is incredibly deliberate and articulate in his communication. His demeanor is dominant and impressive, yet also disarming and inviting. His humility is calming and welcoming, yet somehow invigorating. Be warned: do not underestimate this man for a second. He believes he can do anything, because if he chooses to try, he probably can. I don’t want to give too much away, because his story warrants the firsthand perspective and enthusiasm only he can bring to it. Here are the highlights: He was born in Caracas Venezuela where really nobody plays basketball at a high level and somehow managed to play his way to a scholarship at Montrose Christian.. where he was teammates with Kevin Durant. He went on to become a legend at the University of Maryland earning ACC Player of the Year honors in 2010. He was a first round draft pick of the Memphis Grizzlies and played in the NBA for 6 seasons before finally retiring due to injury in 2016. Since retiring, Greivis has gone on to pursue multiple entrepreneurial ventures including starting his own sports agency, youth sports programs, and a recording studio (GV - let me know when we can book some studio time, thanks.) It’s also important to note, that if there is ever a delay in his responses to your text messages, he’s not ignoring you, he’s probably taking his kids to soccer practice or coaching a basketball or soccer game. The man doesn’t stop and it is electric to be around. Enjoy!

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The Post Game PodcastBy Jonathan Weislow