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Last weekend, in front of 65,000 fans at Raymond James Stadium, Bill Leroy the catcher for the Savannah Bananas wore our sunglasses! It was a surreal moment. 

In this video we take you behind the scenes and show you how it all went down. 

From meeting a bunch of Bananas and Party Animals at their game in Miami to getting texts and videos from friends in Tampa letting us know Bill was wearing our glasses, you'll get to hear from Colt and Greg how it all went down. 

This is a cool story that shows the early stages of building an athlete-led brand and how creating content and a brand creates opportunities. We hope it inspires more kids and athletes to create content and build their brand online. 

Drop any questions you have for Greg and Colt in the comments. We read and reply to them all. 

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In this episode of The Brolletts Podcast, we sit down with Max Fries, a professional baseball player for the Tri-City Chili Peppers and a content creator who’s proving that social media can open doors for athletes.

We dive into:

⚾ Cosmic Baseball: What it is and how Max became part of this brand-new professional league.
📱 Building a Brand While Playing: How Max used content to land playing opportunities.
🔥 Why More Athletes Should Create Content: The hidden opportunities that come from putting yourself out there.
🎯 Balancing Baseball & Content: How he managed being a college athlete and creator at the same time.
📸 Content Strategy: His process for filming, editing, and posting daily while training.

Max’s journey from a small college to pro baseball, and how content played a massive role, will inspire any athlete looking to grow their brand and career.

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Most athletes dream of making millions on the field—Chris Gronkowski is doing it off the field.

After going undrafted in the NFL, Chris fought his way onto the Cowboys roster. But he knew football wouldn’t last forever. So he built Ice Shaker, landed a deal with Mark Cuban on Shark Tank, and turned his brand into a multi-million dollar company.

In this episode, Chris shares:
🔥 How he made it to the NFL as an undrafted player
🔥 The hardest part of life after sports & why most athletes struggle
🔥 The Shark Tank experience and why it was a game-changer for Ice Shaker
🔥 Why more athletes are becoming entrepreneurs (and how they’re doing it)
🔥 The Pat McAfee Playbook for building a brand while still playing
🔥 How his simple social media videos generate 10M+ views per month

This episode is a must-watch for athletes thinking beyond the game.

Check out Ice Shaker here: https://www.iceshaker.com/
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In this episode of The Brolletts Podcast, we sit down with Ian Miller, former MLB player and host of The Nine Hole Podcast, to break down why most athletes fail at building their brand—and how you can avoid their mistakes.

Too many athletes wait until it's too late to start creating content and leveraging their influence. Ian shares his journey from pro ball to building a media brand, the mindset shift athletes need, and the exact steps you can take to build your brand while still playing.

Highlights from this episode include:
✅ The #1 mistake athletes make with social media 📱
✅ Why fear holds athletes back from content creation—and how to overcome it
✅ The best way to start creating content without it distracting from your sport
✅ How minor league and college athletes can get paid through their brand
✅ Ian’s content strategy that helped him reach 30M+ people in 6 months

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YouTube:  @The9-Hole  
Instagram: @9holepodcast

💬 Your Turn: What’s the biggest thing you learned from Ian in this episode? Drop it in the comments below!

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In this episode of The Brolletts Podcast, we sit down with Leah Amico, a 3x Olympic gold medalist, author, speaker, and broadcaster. Leah shares her journey from college champion to Olympic legend, offering powerful insights on goal setting, mental toughness, and the transition from athlete to leader.

Highlights from this episode:

• The Road to Gold: How Leah made the first-ever USA Softball Olympic Team.

• College vs. Olympics: The biggest differences between the two stages.

• The Gold Standard: Leah’s proven system for success in sports and life.

• The Future of Women’s Sports: Opportunities for today’s young athletes.

• Athletes as Content Creators: How Leah is using her platform to inspire the next generation.

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📖 Get her book The Gold Standard: https://leahamico.com

🎙 Listen to The Gold Standard Podcast: https://leahamico.com

📸 Instagram: @leah20usa

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In this episode of The Brolletts Podcast, we sit down with Xavier Scruggs, former MLB player and current analyst for MLB Network, ESPN, and Apple TV. Xavier shares his journey of transitioning from pro athlete to media personality while building a personal brand that goes beyond sports.

Highlights from this episode include:

• The Career Pivot: How Xavier transformed his passion for storytelling into media success.

• Building a Brand Beyond Sports: Why content creation is key for athletes.

• Overcoming the Post-Career Identity Crisis: Xavier’s advice on staying relevant after retirement.

• The Real Power of Content: How athletes can control their narrative and create long-term opportunities.

• Major Network to Independent Creator: Blending structured media with personal brand growth.

Follow Xavier Scruggs:

Instagram: @xavierscruggs

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In this episode of The Brolletts Podcast, we sit down with Leo Rochman, the mastermind behind some of the most viral baseball videos on YouTube and TikTok.

As co-creator of Enjoy The Show and DSARM, Leo gives us an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at how he and his team are transforming baseball into must-watch content, racking up millions of views while having a blast doing it.

Leo breaks down how he went from being a college pitcher to helping build baseball’s largest content house, where some of the best creators in the game are making content that blows up. He shares the secrets behind their craziest ideas, the strategy they use to hook viewers, and why building a personal brand is the ultimate game-changer for athletes.

What You’ll Learn In This Episode:

• Going Viral: How to create videos that grab attention and keep fans watching.
• Content House Life: What it’s like living, working, and creating with a team of baseball influencers.
• Building A Brand: Why every young athlete should start creating content and how it can open doors on and off the field.
• Leo’s Top Advice: Why failing, experimenting, and adapting are key to standing out as a creator.

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In this episode of The Brolletts Podcast, we sit down with Scott Peck, co-creator of Friday Pickleball, the fast-growing content and paddle brand redefining how pickleball connects with players everywhere. Scott shares the journey of turning passion into profit by blending content creation with product sales.

Highlights from this episode include:

• Friday Pickleball’s Origin Story: How three friends filled a void in the pickleball world and launched a viral brand.
• Skits, Challenges, and Relatability: Why funny and creative content resonates with their audience.
• The Paddle Partnership: The wild story behind their collaboration with Friday Paddles.
• Content Meets Commerce: Using videos, giveaways, and ads to drive paddle sales and audience engagement.
• Lessons for Athlete Entrepreneurs: Building a brand, finding your niche, and using content to grow your business.
• Scott also shares the strategy behind their skits and challenges, the importance of titles and thumbnails for YouTube success, and how relatability is the secret sauce behind their viral hits.

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YouTube: Friday Pickleball
Instagram: @FridayPickleball (2 Ys)
Website: www.fridaypickle.com

Your Turn: What’s your biggest takeaway from Scott’s journey? Drop it in the comments below!

In this episode of The Brolletts Podcast, we chat with Lawson McDonald, former college hockey player, content creator, and co-founder of the hockey-inspired streetwear brand, NoBad. Lawson shares his inspiring journey from D3 college hockey to building a brand that's redefining the culture of the game.

Highlights from this episode include:

• No Bad’s Origin Story: How five ex-teammates turned a simple motto into a thriving apparel brand.
• Lessons from the First Drop: The challenges, mistakes, and wins of launching their first collection.
• Content Creation Meets Brand Building: Leveraging social media and a loyal following to fuel growth.
• Tips for Athlete Entrepreneurs: How young athletes can start building their personal brand today.
• Behind the Scenes: The dynamic of running a business with your former teammates and keeping the positivity alive.

Lawson also opens up about their innovative marketing strategies, their mission to grow the game of hockey, and why embracing imperfection is key to starting any brand or creative journey.

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  • Twitter: https://twitter.com/lawson_mcdonald
  • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nobad.shop/
  • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nobad.apparel

Your Turn: What’s your biggest takeaway from Lawson’s journey? Drop it in the comments below!

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In this episode of The Brolletts Podcast, we sit down with J. Bryson Webb, a shortstop for Central Michigan University and a rising content creator making waves in the college baseball and social media worlds. Bryson shares his unique journey from being a baseball-loving kid to a D1 athlete, all while building a personal brand that inspires players and fans alike.

We dive into:

• Bryson’s path to Central Michigan, including his unconventional recruiting story.
• The challenges and rewards of balancing D1 baseball with content creation.
• The behind-the-scenes process of filming, editing, and staying consistent as a creator.
• How Bryson’s content is building a new bridge between sports and storytelling.
• Tips for young athletes looking to play at a high level while growing their brand.

Bryson also talks about the importance of culture in baseball, his favorite game-day rituals, NIL deals, and the power of staying consistent—both on the field and online. Whether you’re an aspiring athlete, content creator, or fan of the game, this episode is packed with insights and inspiration.

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Connect With Bryson: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jbrysonwebb/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jbrysonwebb

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jbrysonwebb

📢 Your Turn: What’s your biggest takeaway from this episode? Drop it in the comments below, and don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell to stay updated on new episodes.