Welcome to Rise & Lead!In the debut episode of Rise & Lead, College Basketball phenom, AJ DYBANTSA, Tells All!

AJ Dybantsa, one of the most exciting rising stars in college basketball, joins the conversation to share his incredible journey from humble beginnings to becoming a standout at BYU. AJ discusses his path to success, the work ethic that propelled him to greatness, and how his connection to Coach KY and the passionate BYU fan base influenced his decision to play in Provo. Get an exclusive inside look as AJ opens up about his leadership style, his personal challenges on and off the court, and what it takes to perform at the highest level in college sports. From lessons learned during his USA Basketball gold medal runs to his ultimate goal of reaching the NBA, AJ delivers inspiring insights into what it means to lead and succeed as a young athlete.

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CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

07:23 - Commitment to BYU

11:02 - Best Advice for Success

12:08 - Defining Leadership

12:53 - Personal Accountability

13:53 - Advice for the Younger Generation

15:14 - Conversations with LeBron James

16:35 - Greatest Leader of All Time

17:04 - Enhancing Your Game

20:14 - Responding to Critics

21:02 - Watching Your Own Highlights

22:12 - The Community

23:14 - Building Leadership Skills

23:53 - Staying Grounded in Challenges

24:34 - Confidence vs. Cockiness

25:38 - Overcoming Bad Days

26:45 - MJ vs. LeBron Debate

27:50 - Exciting Matchups

30:54 - Staying Calm Under Pressure

32:01 - Defining Success as a Leader

32:47 - Playing Harder Than Your Opponent

33:23 - BYU's Potential This Year

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