Join Kurtis Rourke on ZenGame with Grant Gurtin as he discusses his journey from Canadian football to Indiana, reflecting on his transfer and the impact of injuries and COVID on his career. Kurtis shares insights on family influence, loyalty, and overcoming adversity during the 2019 season. He highlights the differences between Canadian and American football and provides a glimpse into Indiana's roster and spring practices. Delve into defensive challenges, the influence of Coach Cignetti, and Kurtis's connection to faith. Discover how Kurtis finds identity beyond sport, prepares for the Big Ten, and manages pressure. The episode concludes with Kurtis's future outlook.

(0:00) Introduction and Kurtis Rourke's transfer to Indiana

(2:24) Kurtis Rourke on injuries, loyalty, and COVID year impact

(3:48) Family influence and transition to American football

(7:07) Choosing Ohio and learning from the 2019 season adversity

(11:06) Differences between Canadian and American football

(14:33) Indiana's roster and spring practice insights

(17:22) Defensive challenges and Coach Cignetti's influence

(20:03) Connection to faith and overcoming injuries

(24:14) Finding identity and purpose beyond sport

(25:53) Preparing for the Big Ten and balancing pressure

(27:32) Closing thoughts and future outlook

(27:50) Sponsor: Athletic Greens

(28:10) Where to subscribe for more interviews