Players Point Podcast

In this episode featuring James Jones, we discuss the path to becoming a pro baseball player and why it's so difficult to break into and stay in the MLB. We dive into his personal fears leaving the game and advice for athletes navigating their careers. And lastly, we talk about life after baseball, resources baseball players should have and why he's now taking social media very seriously.

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Twitter: @jamesjones_99

Instagram: @jamesjones_99

In this episode featuring Patrick Young, we talk about his path to becoming a professional lacrosse player and how he had to work a full-time job during his first pro season. We discuss personal branding for athletes and how he inked a deal with Under Armor. And lastly, we dive into what he's doing to inspire the next generation of lacrosse players and why it's so important to get other minorities involved in the sport.

In this episode featuring Jacques McClendon, we discuss his journey to the NFL and why he didn't plan on lasting that long in the game. We talk about his role in the Rams organization, some of what his job entails and how he serves the players. And lastly, we dive into mentorship and the importance of putting a solid network around yourself as an athlete.

In this episode featuring Jayson Wells, we discuss his experience doing his first TedTalk, and how it came about. We dive deeply into his basketball career, what role basketball played in his life growing up and his father's impact on him. And lastly, we talk about what the next generation of athletes need to know and what his mission is all about.

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LinkedIn: Jayson Wells Twitter: @jaysonwells_ Instagram: @jayson.wells

In this episode featuring Marcus Peterson, we discuss his mindset and why it took him 2 years out of college to get his first NFL contract. We dive into his clothing line, how he became an entrepreneur and why LinkedIn is a great platform for athletes to use. And lastly, we talk about life after sports as he provides some great advice for athletes who are looking to do things outside of their sport.

Follow Marcus Peterson:

LinkedIn: Marcus Peterson 

Instagram: @marcustpeterson

Website: www.mpmotivationalapparel.com

In this episode featuring Devin Butler, we talk about his early football days and what his thinking process was when he chose Notre Dame coming out of high school. We dive into his pro football career, why he struggled with it and ultimately why he choose to retire. Lastly, we talk about football safety and what the game will look like in the future.

Follow Devin Butler:

LinkedIn: Devin Butler

Instagram: @D_butler7

Twitter: @DevinButler_12

In this episode featuring Erica McCall, we discuss her transition into playing overseas and what her experience has been like. We dive into her goals for life after sports and the time she performed on stage live with Carrie Underwood. And lastly, we talk about the challenges that she's faced with mental health and how she's been able to overcome it.

Follow Erica McCall:

Instagram: @birdstheword_24

Twitter: @EricaMcCall24

In this episode featuring Rashard Fant, we discuss his experience playing at Indiana University and his thoughts about college athletes getting paid. We dive into his transition into the NFL and what it's been like trying to work his way back on the field. Lastly, we talk about life after the game and how he has been preparing for whenever that moment comes.

In this episode featuring Mariya Kovoleva, we talk about why she chose synchronized swimming over other sports and her experiences in the Olympics. We dive into her transitioning out of swimming and how she got her dream job. Lastly, we talk about the importance of why athletes need to have a community supporting them and some of the things she's doing to grow her brand outside of being an athlete.

In this episode featuring Rashida Gayle, we discuss her first couple of years in the sports industry and what it was like trying to break in. We dive into her day-to-day as a sports marketing agent and what it's like working with high-level athletes. And lastly, we talk about some of the challenges and hurdles she's had to overcome being an African-American woman working in sports.