LIVE with TY: From Athlete to CEO — Real Stories of Success Beyond the Game

From Germany to the U.S., tackling culture shock, and chasing Olympic dreams! In the #9th episode of LIVE with TY, Lilli and Luisa Welcke, twin hockey phenoms, reveal their inspiring journey across continents and sports. From being denied entry to a tennis camp in Germany to discovering their passion for hockey, these two share how they turned setbacks into triumphs. 🏒 Highlights: • The Twin Connection: Can they really read each other’s minds? • Olympic Aspirations: Their intense preparation for the upcoming Olympic trials with the German national team. • Recruitment Journey: How being a “package deal” influenced their path to collegiate sports. Don’t miss this unique story of resilience, ambition, and the bond that’s carried them to the brink of greatness.

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Meet Leon Christian, the most-followed D1 track athlete in the NCAA and BU’s campus celeb! In this episode, Leon dives into his journey from the track to the camera, revealing how he fused his passion for athletics with content creation to build a powerhouse personal brand. We get into everything, from his thoughts on whether Drake is truly the GOAT to the wild story behind a $300 watch gifted by Casion in exchange for a video feature! Listen as Leon opens up about his strategies for success, his plans beyond the track, and how he’s setting himself up for a lifetime of wins.

Devin Kaplan on his journey to the pros, from joining the Philadelphia Flyers to playing at Boston University. He opens up about the mentors shaping his game, what it’s like to play alongside BU stars like Macklin Celebrini and Lane Hudson, and the thrill of winning the Hockey East title with his teammates. Devin also talks about the brotherhood on and off the ice, his love for GTA despite the long wait for a new release, and what BU fans can expect from Men’s Ice Hockey this season!

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Payton Anderson shares her independent journey from New Zealand to BU, driven by her own ambitions while being inspired by her Olympian father to pursue her own Olympic dreams. She discusses her transition from offense to defense, becoming BU’s first sophomore to win Defender of the Year, and how she handles the pressure of being a top player year after year. Plus, hear what fans can expect as BU Field Hockey enters Patriot League conference play!

Caitlin Weimar speaks about her journey of playing basketball, secrets to her years of dominance, favorite memories playing for BU, beach vacation getaways, dating and the importance of being loved, hatred for the cold, admiration for New York, the transfer portal, and what she plans to accomplish now at NC State.

Toby Makoyawo speaks on his journey of being a U20 European World Champion, committing to BU, and becoming the FASTEST ever to run at BU, breaking multiple school records. He speaks on how he uses social media to make himself more marketable but also as an outlet to express and share his emotions with his thousands of followers. And despite being plagued with injuries, he is certain that this is only the beginning as he is on a journey to build himself back stronger, teaching and inspiring millions along the way.

Griffin talks about dominating as the two-time Patriot League Defender of the Year, starting his journey at high school and clinching history at BU, the toughest part of playing through a pandemic, winning every major award in his senior year, the favorite awards and the ones that got away, shifting from sports to finance at RSM US LLP, the most memorable moments at BU, and whether he’d choose to do it all over again.

Ellie Roan talks about winning her first Patriot League gold medal, setting new records in weight throwing, and leading the league. She reflects on her journey from the Bay Area to BU, including highlights from her freshman year and notable performances at the Skyhawk Invitational and Boston U Battle for Bean Pot. Ellie shares insights into overcoming the cross-country transition, her mental preparation for big meets, and how her NFL-veteran dad influenced her athletic approach. Ellie speaks on, the joy of clinching podium spots with teammates and teases future record-breaking ambitions.

Eitan Rosen talks about starting at Woodbridge Strikers in Canada, trials with Sunderland and Brentford FC, handling BU soccer during COVID and embracing leadership roles off the field. He reflects on his award-winning breakout season, including Offensive Player of the Year, and the dynamic of staying humble amid acclaim. Additionally, he shares insights on his game-day routine and the thrill of scoring crucial game-winners.

Keep up with LIVE with TY for sharp insights, hilarious moments, and genuine conversations with standout student-athletes and special guests. New episodes dropping regularly—don’t miss out!