What’s it really like to go from high school standout to college athlete? In Episode 2 of the *Athletes Talk Podcast**, we sit down with **Ayden Nyanasimeibi* (UTA Track) and *Richard Konugah* (TAMU Texarkana Basketball) to talk about the *real* journey — the pressure, the mindset shifts, and the power of faith through it all.

This episode is packed with insight for any athlete trying to make the leap — or just stay grounded in the process.

We cover:

📍 The importance of *mental health* in high school & college sports
📍 Their “**Welcome to College Sports**” moments (you’ll feel this)
📍 *Good vs. bad athlete mindsets* — and how to reset when things go wrong
📍 New *NCAA roster limit rules* and how they’re impacting opportunities
📍 Trusting *faith through adversity* — when injury, doubt, or setbacks hit
📍 Understanding *recruiting timelines* and staying patient through the process

Whether you’re navigating the recruiting trail, learning to manage pressure, or chasing that scholarship dream — this one’s for you.

👉 Don’t just play the game. Learn how to *lead**, **grow**, and **believe* — on and off the field.

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