Rules To The Game

Being a woman in sports is not about following society's rules - it's about creating your own. In this episode Shannon talks to financial advisor and sports agent, Dominique Stapleton, about her journey to becoming a certified NBA & FIBA Agent. Let's Get Into It!

Intro - The Start of Moore Ambition
  • Graduation Day Triggers
  • What’s Next?
  • Post Grad Depression
5:45 - The Job Search
  • A Piece of Paper
  • GPA Requirements
  • Checking Your Ego
13:00 - The Turning Point
  • Power of Faith
  • A New Beginning
  • Becoming A Blogger
17:25 - A Vision for Moore
  • Digital Media Projects
  • Netflix Documentary Series
  • What is Self-Made?
23:30 - Two Different Life Paths
  • Choosing A Major vs. A Career
  • Feeding Your Passion
  • Lessons Learned
26:50 - The Fraternity Favor
  • Deciding to Pledge
  • Broken Promises
  • Balancing Expectations
29:30 - Broken League Dreams
  • Going Backwards After College
  • Losing Yourself in Sports
  • Be Smart With Your Eggs
34:00 - Mecca for Black Excellence
  • PG County Culture
  • The Impact of Grassroots
  • Enlightening Our Youth
  • Careers Beyond Sports & Entertainment
36:00 - Refining Your Brand
  • Social Media Image
  • A Genuine Audience
  • “Pretty” Privilege
39:20 - KD’s New Film x Jimmy Jenkins
  • Gaining A Mentor
  • Talent In The Area
  • In The Water Coming Soon
41:05 - Game Round: 4th Quarter
43:40 - Ced’s Rules To The Game
Outro - Hussle & Motivate by Nipsey Hussle https://music.apple.com/us/album/hussle-motivate/1318280317?i=1318280801

Thank you to our guest!!

Cedric Moore - Film Director & Founder of Moore Ambition

Instagram: @shann.sports @cedthamann @swagg.sports @moore.ambition
Twitter: @rulestothegame_

Join the conversation with us on social media using hashtag #RulesToTheGame

Directed & Produced by Damani Givens
Created & Hosted by Shannon Nichele

Intro - Why sports psychology?
4:00 - Aaron Hernandez Documentary
    •    The Suicide
    •    Drug Addiction
    •    Consequences
8:25 - Fame Over Punishment
    •    Domestic Violence Cases
    •    Consumer Dollars
    •    Social Media Influence
    •    Providing For Your Family
13:50 - Mental Health Issues in Sports
    •    Delonte West’s Viral Video
    •    NBA Awareness
    •    Self Medicating
17:45 - Player Pressure Points
    •    League Responsibility
    •    Post-Career Programs
    •    Is Help Available?
23:45 - Enablers vs. Supporters
    •    Feeling Invincible
    •    Choosing the Right Circle
    •    Media Impact
28:00 - Do ALL Athletes Have Mental Health Issues?
    •    The New Generation
    •    Black Men & Women in Sports
    •    Money Isn’t Happiness
36:00 - Kids On Drugs
    •    Competitive Advantage
    •    By Any Means Necessary
    •    Family Support is Key
40:00 - Bri’s Rules To The Game
Outro - Dior by Pop Smoke #RIP https://music.apple.com/us/album/dior/1476083543?i=1476083819

Thank you to our guests!!

Brianna Baker - MCAOB Basketball Referee & Sports Psychology graduate student

Instagram: @shann.sports @_briannalael_ @swagg.sports
Twitter: @rulestothegame_

Join the conversation with us on social media using hashtag #RulesToTheGame

Directed & Produced by Damani Givens
Created & Hosted by Shannon Nichele