During this episode, Dr. Fry talks to us about the relationship between sport geography and conference relignment.

Dr. Fry has traveled to more than 200+ colleges and universities speaking to students, faculty, and staff about conflict. She is also the founder of two tech companies: Coordle and Hyreable.

She earned her PhD from Michigan State and dedicated her dissertation as a love story to Black women volleyball athletes who competed in non-U.S. professional leagues. Her academic research, coaching experience, and commitment to disruption informs our conversation about conference realignment across the NCAA ecosystem.

These are just some of the questions we dive into on this episode!

Unfiltered and very timely! Let's walk!

During this walk, Lucy shares why education abroad is for all athletes.

A United Kingdom native, Lucy graduated from De Montfort University. Lucy spent several years working in the higher education and technology industries across marketing, international recruitment, and customer success. Throughout her career, it became apparent that global education and student mobility were part of her calling and in August 2022, she took the leap.

Lucy is the Founder of Athlete Futures Abroad (AFA). AFA is the study discovery platform that empowers student-athletes to explore overseas study. AFA equips athletes with the necessary knowledge, tools and resources to pursue their education in the UK, regardless of their desire continue competing.

Lucy recognizes the value of education abroad. AFA is committed to connecting all students and athletes to opportunities in the United Kingdom, including NCAA athletes who have exhausted their eligibility.

Excited for y'all to learn more about AFA as well as sport culture differences between the United States and United Kingdom!

Visit AFA's website! www.athletefuturesabroad.com

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During this walk, Jasmine teaches us all about digital communities.

A former college athlete and McNair scholar, Jasmine is currently a PhD candidate at the University of Michigan. Her research focuses on Black digital cultures, online dating, and sports.

Jas the PhD student helps us answer these questions alongside so much more.

Digital studies is a complex field and future Dr. Jasmine is committed to providing vibrancy through interdisciplinary research and practice.

Enjoy this episode, follow her, and buy some damn stickers! :)

Follow Jasmine, her ventures, and purpose work here!

During this episode, Stephanie explains how Ubuntu captures her life.

A Louisiana native, she attended Loyola University New Orleans and later earned her master's degree in student affairs from Texas State University.

She is a currently a doctoral candidate at Prairie View A&M University who is in her season of preparation, planning, and service.

But she will be mobile soon, as future Dr. Stephanie just became THE FIRST Prairie View A&M University student to be a Fulbright scholar. She will spend her Fulbright year in South Africa as part of the prestigious Fulbright U.S. Student Program. 

Stephanie's story is inspiring and her humility is just one of her strengths. We are so grateful to have spent time with Stephanie and excited to share our conversation with the world.

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During this episode, Aïcha talks to us about the fresh starts happening in her life.

A Canadian native, she started playing basketball at age 14. The time she spent training and traveling finally paid off when she was offering a scholarship to compete as an NCAA athlete.

After starting her career at Penn State, she enters her first season at the University of Cincinnati. She will be part of UC's inaugural season in the Big 12 season.

Aïcha has meaningful experience in global competition, representing both Canada and Senegal in international events. She speaks about what she has learned from her teammates and opponents while representing her countries.

This episode is fun with a lot of learning and insight for us to consider as we design programming and support interventions for NCAA international athletes.

Let's walk!

During this walk, Ancia provides insight on her conference call with God.

During this walk, Lo explains why she stays true to the game, to herself, and to Black women.

Lauren Dreher ("Bigggg Lo") is a star in the sports industry. Born and raised in the 803, Lo started playing basketball at a young age and her passion for the game has never faded.

Lo is a member of The Committee Sports Group - a group of women’s basketball enthusiasts committed to covering the game and sharing stories at both the college and professional levels.

Every Tuesday evening, you can find Lo on The Committee's Twitter Spaces discussing recent events in the women's game and often addressing the nuances of intersectionality as they relate to different storylines. Lo is also an co-host for the WNBA’s official Twitter Spaces for the 2023 season alongside Ari Chambers, Monica McNutt, and Mark Schindler.

During the 2023 Women's Final Four weekend, Lo participated in a Playa Society pop-up that also featured rising sports media creator, B. Terrell and Notre Dame's star point guard, Olivia Miles.

You can find Lo on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok. Shop Lo’s merch here.

We kick off Season 5 speaking Tay Hawker! 

Born and raised in New Zealand, Tay is a talent agent, former NCAA international athlete, and friend. He has over ten years of front office experience in the United States, including a detailed background in sport business and law, talent ID and development, revenue generation, commercial partnerships and strategic development. 

His athlete experience, career decisions, and visionary leadership prepared him to be the founder and CEO of Hawker Family Sports and Entertainment. A couple years later, he transitioned to his current position at Halo Sport as a professional agent. 

During this podcast, we discuss women’s sports, differences in sport culture between U.S. and New Zealand, as well as how sport management curriculum can best prepare graduates for careers in global sport.

Listen to the podcast now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube! Be sure to subscribe to the show and give us a 5-star rating and bomb review, but only if you mean it! 

During this walk, Tim launches the scheduling book for Walk With TFB, LLC.

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During this walk, Tim shares why the Walk With TFB podcast is timeless.

- “Walk With TFB" work as a global enterprise

- U.S. Department of State, Sport Diplomacy

- NAFSA RISE Fellowship Program 

- African Descendant Social Entrepreneurship Workshop

- Preview of Season 5 of the podcast