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The moment you step onto a college field, everything feels faster—and Emmanuel “Manno” Lusca doesn’t sugarcoat it. From standout days at John Handley High to carving out a role at strong safety for Emory & Henry, Manno walks us through what it really takes to level up: embracing a redshirt year, letting go of ego, learning a new position, and building the habits that keep you ready when your number is called.
We talk about the stuff that changes careers—time management, film study, study hall, and the steady routines that turn talent into trust. Manno shares early highlights (a blocked-punt TD return, multiple picks), the leadership moments that matter (resetting the huddle after a score), and the painful lessons he still uses (a playoff goal-line fumble he never forgot). He credits mentors and trainers who sharpened his game, from technique to mindset, and explains why being coachable might be the most underrated skill in college sports.
You’ll also hear the personal side: the calm-before-impact pregame ritual, family support on long Saturdays, and a grounded Plan B in exercise science. We zoom out to the bigger picture—D2 visibility, NFL eyes on teammates, local rivalries, and why “if you can play, they’ll find you” is more true than ever. For young athletes, parents, and coaches, this is a clear, no-fluff guide to moving from high school hero to reliable college contributor.
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The moment you step onto a college field, everything feels faster—and Emmanuel “Manno” Lusca doesn’t sugarcoat it. From standout days at John Handley High to carving out a role at strong safety for Emory & Henry, Manno walks us through what it really takes to level up: embracing a redshirt year, letting go of ego, learning a new position, and building the habits that keep you ready when your number is called.
We talk about the stuff that changes careers—time management, film study, study hall, and the steady routines that turn talent into trust. Manno shares early highlights (a blocked-punt TD return, multiple picks), the leadership moments that matter (resetting the huddle after a score), and the painful lessons he still uses (a playoff goal-line fumble he never forgot). He credits mentors and trainers who sharpened his game, from technique to mindset, and explains why being coachable might be the most underrated skill in college sports.
You’ll also hear the personal side: the calm-before-impact pregame ritual, family support on long Saturdays, and a grounded Plan B in exercise science. We zoom out to the bigger picture—D2 visibility, NFL eyes on teammates, local rivalries, and why “if you can play, they’ll find you” is more true than ever. For young athletes, parents, and coaches, this is a clear, no-fluff guide to moving from high school hero to reliable college contributor.
If this conversation helps you or someone you coach, share it with a teammate, subscribe for more stories like this, and leave a quick review—your support helps us bring more voices to the mic.
Support the show
Thanks for all the support and please subscribe to our podcast. Subscribe and we will give you a shoutout. Give feedback as well.
Subscription :https://www.buzzsprout.com/1737579/support↗️
Email: [email protected]
YouTube: @brotherswithopinions
Facebook: Brothers With Opinions-B.W.O.
Instagram: @brotherswithopinionspodcast
X: @browopodcast
TikTok: @brotherswithopinions
Intro and Outro music credit to Wooka Da Don