Ever wonder what quarterbacks like Peyton Manning are actually doing when they're shouting "Omaha!" at the line? Or why some football games go to multiple overtimes while others end in regulation? In this episode of Fan in Progress, we break down three crucial football concepts that changed how I think about both the game and life.

We're diving deep into: 🏈 Game Plans - What goes into those hundreds of hours of preparation and why even the best plans need backup plans 🏈 Audibles - How quarterbacks read defenses and make split-second decisions to change plays 🏈 Overtime Rules - Why college and NFL overtime are completely different and what that epic LSU vs Texas A&M 7-overtime game teaches us about endurance

Plus, I'm sharing my own story of switching majors four times, quitting college, and going back at 33 to chase my dream of sports broadcasting. Because sometimes life throws you defensive looks you weren't ready for, and you've got to call your own audibles.

Whether you're a casual fan trying to understand what's happening on the field, or someone navigating your own life "overtime," this episode is for you.

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Welcome to the very first episode of Fan in Progress! 🎉

In this debut, host Kimberlee Whitt sits down with Sean Cartell, Senior Associate Athletics Director for Strategic Communications and Chief of Staff at UTSA. Together they talk about the rapid rise of UTSA Football, why storytelling connects fans more than stats, and why passion matters more than perfection when it comes to being a fan.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:
-UTSA Football’s journey from a young program to a respected competitor
-How storytelling and traditions connect fans to athletes
-The role of community in San Antonio and UTSA Athletics
-Career advice for aspiring sports broadcasters
-Why you don’t need to know every detail to be a true fan

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UTSA Athletics: @UTSAAthletics
UTSA Football: @UTSAFTBL

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