Student-Athlete Combo

Today on” Student-Athlete Combo”, Paige Hailstock from Wesley College Basketball was interviewed. Paige is a rising senior on the basketball team at Wesley and gave great insight into what it’s like to be a student-athlete at Wesley. Paige discussed her decision on picking Wesley College as opposed to other options and what she likes about it. She mentioned some things that are very important in the decision-making process and should be common in all situations. We talked about the daily schedule of being a basketball player at Wesley while you’re in season and out of season. With certain programs, these schedules can tend to change based on practice and workout availability. Lastly, we talked about her battle with ankle injuries. Paige had to get multiple ankle surgeries during her time at school and has battled recovery. Injury recovery is something that is tough for athletes physically and mentally. I also had to battle an injury that  I talk about in the episode called” A Freak Injury”.

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Today on Student-Athlete Combo Kito Delgado, the host of “Full Ride College Recruiting Podcast”. Kito is a former football player at Northeastern University in Boston. In the interview we discuss his career and experience being a student-athlete. Kito, like many other former and current student-athletes, expressed a story that is very common. Being an athlete in college can be challenging for a teenager. Kito expresses his whole story from start to finish and the things that he learned along the way. We discuss the recruiting process and also the opportunities available to athletes after college. This episode is 100% purpose to act as a motivational podcast to our aspiring and current student-athletes! Also, In Kitos podcast,¨Full Ride”, he expresses what it takes for high school kids to get recruited by colleges and how to make a successful transition. Tune in to the episode to hear Kitos story and more about Full Ride College Recruiting Podcast!
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Today I interviewed a WR on the Shepherd University Football Team! Rodney is a killer athlete and he also gave great insight into what it's like to be a football player at Shepherd. 

In the interview, we discussed his study habits and routines as well as the schedule he had focusing on pre-season classes and workouts. 

We tapped into his experience of transferring from Towson University to Shepherd University and how he adapted to a new environment and new teammates. 

Rodney clarified what he studied and what courses entailed. He has a very interesting major that will give him room for opportunities in several directions. 

Shepherd had a talented team in 2019, playing in a very competitive PSAC conference. Tune in to this sports podcast to hear a little about their 2019 season!

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In this episode, we discuss some factors of the college recruiting process. There are a lot of things to take into account when going through the process, and it can be tricky at times. However, this is just the beginning of a multi-part segment where we will be discussing things to consider and giving experiences about the process. With that being said, this should act as a recruitment podcast and a motivation podcast to our athletes who are currently or planning to get into the process. With some tips and advice, hopefully, your recruiting process can go as smoothly as possible! 
Make sure to tune in!

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Today former Vanderbilt Women’s Soccer player, Nia Dorsey was interviewed. In the conversation, we discuss how the student-athlete life was as a soccer player at Vanderbilt and how she managed it. Lastly, Nia explains her time being a soccer player at Vanderbilt and what she loved about it. She clarified how memories and milestones were created while she was there and it’s something she will always cherish. Tune into a great episode with a great guest! This episode is definitely a motivational podcast to be a college athlete!

Today's episode talks about the help that student-athletes can receive for academic help. One thing about these resources is that you have to be proactive for the majority of them. Remember to use your time wisely when you are in the study hall. Don't make the mistakes that I made. It makes a difference, trust me! As one of the few podcasts for athletes, it is my job to help fellow student-athletes. So use this as a motivation podcast to find options that fit for you and your schedule!

Today I interviewed John Rooney, a former teammate at Hofstra and a 2018 3rd round draft pick to the Los Angeles Dodgers! He is one of the Dodgers' top MLB prospects. The podcast consisted of his experience at Hofstra, especially when he was getting ready for the MLB Draft is junior year. Tune in to our conversation about teammate and coach connections, and the college to pro transition. Likewise, use this episode as a motivation podcast to achieve your dreams!

Today Justin Lango was interviewed! He worked in the athletic department at the University of Maryland when he was a student there. We talked about his view of the University of Maryland athlete trends and routines. We also touched on how different athletes handled their schedules differently. It was nice talking to Justin because he gave a perspective from the Athletic Department, and being a regular student. There are numerous benefits to being a student-athlete. Sometimes you just have to step outside of the frame to see it. Listening to the conversation will show you that SAC is definitely a podcast about motivation for aspiring college athletes. Tune in for a discussion about the benefits!

In this interview, we discuss the comparisons of classes and athletics with a Hofstra Professor. She talks about what she teaches, and what exactly the courses entail. Through her experience, she clarifies how student-athletes can benefit in their sport from academics. It is awesome to get the point of view from somebody who deals with student-athletes from the other side. In this episode, you will see that SAC is also an educational podcast. You will definitely learn something in this interview!

 Do you remember the injury that Seattle Seahawks WR Tyler Lockett had? I had the same one! This episode contains the craziest story of my life. I dealt with a sports injury that affected many aspects of my student-athlete experience. One of a kind! In the story, I explain the first week of my college career, and how the end of my athletic career flashed before my eyes. Luckily, the sports medicine and athletic training program at my school did the best job of keeping me as healthy as possible. If any of these podcast episodes is a podcast about motivation, it's this one. Make sure to tune in to the best motivational podcast for athletes!  It's a MUST listen!