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Patrick Fleming, Athletic Trainer at the University of Mary Washington, joins Glenn on the Field to discuss the importance of understanding and managing concussions in sports. Patrick shares what concussions are, how they occur, and the effects they can have on an athlete’s performance, focus, and overall well-being. He discusses the potential risks if concussions go untreated and why early detection and proper care are critical to both short-term recovery and long-term health. Patrick also shares return-to-play guidelines that help athletes safely transition back to competition after a concussion, what each stage of recovery should look like, the importance of baseline testing to measure progress, and how athletic trainers, coaches, and parents can work together to support an athlete’s recovery. Patrick also discusses which sports have the highest rates of concussions, how recovery can differ between male and female athletes, while also addressing common misconceptions—like “playing through” symptoms. 

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Ye-Htet Soe, Co-Director of the Bay Area Hub for Soccer Without Borders, joins Glenn on the Field for this edition of The Athletic Spotlight. Ye-Htet shares his powerful journey from growing up in a refugee camp in Thailand to finding community and opportunity through the game of Soccer after resettling in Oakland, CA. He discusses how his volunteer experience with Soccer Without Borders (SWB) as a high school student helped shape his path from Camp Counselor to Program Manager and organizational leader. Ye-Htet also shares how Soccer became more than just a game, but a bridge to belonging, leadership, and mentorship. He talks about his collegiate Soccer experience at Southern New Hampshire University, the lessons learned on- and off-the-field, and how those experiences now guide the way he supports youth through the SWB Bay Area program. Ye-Htet also discusses the importance of inclusivity, representation, and using sport as a tool for empowerment and community building. 

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Former NFL athlete turned Leadership Development Coach, Jeremiah Brown joins Glenn on the Field to discuss why developing Emotional Intelligence (EQ) is essential for athletes, transitioning into leadership roles on- and off-the-field or court.  Jeremiah shares why athletes with high EQ can manage pressure, resolve team conflicts, and lead teammates effectively. He discusses what Emotional Intelligence is, the five key skills every athlete should develop, and how building EQ bridges the gap between being a great teammate and becoming an effective leader.  He also shares how EQ can be developed through mental skills training, self-assessment, and leadership coaching, and the common struggles athletes often face when emotional awareness is lacking. Jeremiah also shares the benefits of working with a mental performance coach to strengthen emotional regulation, confidence, and overall performance. 

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Chase Griffin, former quarterback for the UCLA Bruins, joins Glenn on the Field for the next installment of the Focused Driven Athlete: Athletic Spotlight. The 2x NIL Athlete of the year, shares how playing football in Hutto, TX, under the Friday night lights prepared him for the highs and lows of the Pac-12.  Chase reflects on how throwing for over 10,000 career yards and 100 TDs in high school led to multiple D-1 offers and being recruited to play for UCLA.  He also opens up about overcoming the mental burdens of being a backup quarterback, channeling his on-the-field competitiveness into off-the-field success, and why excelling in the classroom was just as important as winning on the field. Chase discusses becoming the only college football player to testify before Congress for NIL rights, his commitment to athlete empowerment, and how his academic-athletic foundation led him to pursue work in capital markets that intersect at sports, media law, and policy.

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WNBA and CBS Sports College Basketball Analyst Isis “Ice” Young joins Glenn on the Field to share her media training strategies for athletes. Isis shares how she helps athletes master confidence in front of the camera, handle tough questions with poise, and shine in the spotlight. She discusses how to use her four-step process—B.E.T.A. before stepping into an interview, along with methods for answering difficult questions, using pauses effectively, and how to eliminate fillers like “um,” “like,” and “you know.” She also breaks down how to prepare for the three types of interviews:  reporter sit-downs, press conferences and panels, and impromptu in- and post-game moments; media interview mistakes to avoid, the importance of proper mannerisms, and how to speak with presence when the mic is on.

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Award-winning Image Consultant and Owner of FABstyles, LLC, Felicia Bittle, joins Glenn on the Field for the season opener of Field Goals for the FDA. Felicia reveals why image and style aren’t just about clothes but about boosting confidence and creating an advantage to achieving your goals. She shares how image and style can shape first impressions, strengthen NIL deals, and even determine whether brands and coaches take you seriously. Felicia breaks down practical rules athletes can use to elevate their style, common faux pas to avoid, and why looking sharp doesn’t require expensive labels or a lot of money. She also dispels common myths athletes believe about stylist and image consulting, highlights the best style choices for men and women, how to align your image with your personal brand, and what to wear during on- and off-campus events.

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The brand-new season of Field Goals for the FDA kicks off Thursday, September 11th, and host, Glenn Hames, will be bringing some serious heat — more elite coaches, more former professional athletes, and some of the top industry experts in the game — all ready to drop some serious knowledge to help you level up on- and off-the-field or -court.  And of course, we’ll be brining back the Athletic Spotlight, where you’ll hear stories straight from elite high school and college athletes about the wins, the losses, and the setbacks that made them into the Focused Driven Athlete they are today.

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Lamont Hames, Entrepreneur, Triathlete, and corporate sponsor of My Field Goals, joins Glenn on the Field for the season finale of the Field Goals Spotlight. Lamont shares his personal story growing up as a multi-sport athlete and how his passion for playing baseball led him to achieving his goal of receiving an athletic scholarship as a walk-on for St. Augustine University. He shares his unconventional recruiting process, his triumphs, setbacks, and what led him to make the decision to step away from the game he loved to play.  Lamont also talks about his pivot to becoming a Corporate Athlete, the link between the habits of elite athletes and successful corporate executives, how his athletic competitiveness played a role into becoming the CEO of his own company, and how he has now embraced running marathons and triathlons as his new athletic challenge.

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Sydney Freeman, NC State University’s indoor-outdoor Track & Field female Hammer and Weight Throw champion, joins Glenn on the Field for the next installment of the Focused Driven Athlete: Athletic Spotlight. The 2x All-ACC Academic Champion, shares her personal journey growing up as a multi-sport athlete in Raleigh, NC and becoming both a Conference and 4-A State Champion in the shot put event in High School. She also shares why she decided to pursue the field events; disk, shot put, hammer throw, and weight throw, why track and field was not her initial sport of interest, and why she decided to stay at home and commit to the Wolfpack.  Sydney also talks about her recruiting process, overcoming several injuries that plagued her throughout her career, what college coaches are looking for in athletes who compete in field events, and why her focus shifted from shot put and discus to competing in the Hammer Throw. 

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Imani McCormick, Thought Leader and Cultural Strategist for the Minnesota Vikings joins Glenn on the Field to discuss how athletes can use the power of storytelling to create influence, build brand loyalty, and increase marketing opportunities.  She shares how mastering storytelling builds emotional connections with fans, creates a community that leads to a loyal following, and generates additional revenue streams for athletes.  Imani also shares strategies on how to leverage digital platforms to enhance your personal story, how to craft compelling narratives that bridge the gap between brands, fans, and the sports marketing world, and how to properly structure your story to attract high-end marketing agencies. 

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