Nate graduated high school unsure about his path in life. Looking for a challenge and to make a difference, he made his way to the Darfur region of Sudan to help in the refugee camps. The experience, coupled with his memories of 9/11, inspired him to enlist in the U.S. Army as a Special Forces candidate, and he became one of 11 from his class of 150 to graduate with a Green Beret. He has served in Iraq and Afghanistan, earning a Bronze Star for heroism in combat.

In this episode: His role in Waterboys, Why veterans can make an impact in 3rd world countries, What you can do to make a difference, The importance of water, Transitioning from military to sports, Going for it with the Seahawks, Coping with falling short of a goal, Why it’s never too late to go after what you want, Merging veterans and players for a common cause.

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