In this episode of the Shining Athletes Podcast, hosts Tyler Baum (Co-Founder of Shining Athletes) and Erin Molay sit down with Max Dopp. A former Division III soccer player at Gettysburg College, Lane Tech High School alum, and club soccer competitor at TCU.

Max’s story is about making the most of every opportunity, adapting through transitions, and continuing to compete at a high level both on and off the field. From his early days in Chicago’s soccer culture to balancing academics and athletics, transitioning to club soccer, and carrying lessons from sports into life, Max shares valuable insights for athletes at every stage