Max Pearce is an artist who also happens to be a member of the Harlem Globetrotters. "Hops" Pearce blew up on Vine and YouTube for dunking videos at Main Street Park in Tuckahoe, New York. This was partially leveraged as an opportunity to participate in the NCAA Dunk Contest. Pearce was the first Division III player to do so. On this episode, we reminisce on how enrolling in an elementary level art class resulted in a diversified portfolio. We also cannot overlook his business with former teammate Derrick Ansah. Flynance is an essential business for youth athletes to map out their careers. Want to learn more about it? Pearce shared his vision for the company's continued influence. Follow him on Instagram and Twitter.

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