The 5th Quarter Podcast with Sandy Adams

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The 5th Quarter Podcast with Sandy Adams

A bi-weekly podcast that delves into the lives of retired athletes as they navigate the uncharted waters of life after their competitive careers end.Host, Sandy Adams, brings forth captivating interviews, sharing the stories of athletes who transitioned into new endeavors, discovered their purpose beyond sports, and the highs and lows along the way.Plus a new mini series "On The Sideline" conversations with current athletes and people working in the sports world.

  1. FEB 19

    Ep 66 Gwendolyn Sanders Woods | Track & Field

    Send us a text. In this episode, Sandy sits down with Gwendolyn Sanders Woods, CEO of the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Memphis. Gwendolyn shares her incredible journey from growing up in Memphis, navigating childhood adversity, and discovering her passion for track & field through the mentorship of a middle school coach. Episode Highlights: Overcoming childhood adversity in Memphis.Finding track & field through mentorship.Competing at the University of Memphis.Transitioning from...

    46 min

  2. FEB 5

    Ep 65 Celebrating Girls and Women in Sports Day

    Send us a text. - In this special episode of The 5th Quarter Podcast, host Sandy Adams honors National Girls & Women in Sports Day by exploring the history, achievements, and future of women in athletics. From Title IX’s impact to the record-breaking success of female athletes in 2024, this episode is all about celebrating progress—and recognizing the challenges still ahead. Episode Highlights: The Evolution of Women in SportsMajor Wins in 2024A Few of the Pro Athletes Transitioning to ...

    8 min

  3. JAN 22

    Ep 64 Brandon Branch | Basketball

    Send us a text. - In this episode I talk to Brandon Branch about his unconventional journey to becoming a successful basketball coach. Starting with non-traditional high school and college basketball experiences, Brandon’s path is a powerful example of turning passion and perseverance into impact. Highlights from the episode: Unconventional Start: Brandon didn’t play traditional high school basketball and only played one year of college ball.Transition to Coaching: He became a student...

    1h 12m

  4. JAN 8

    Ep 63 Travis King On The Sideline | Sports Executive, Agent & Mentor

    Send us a text. - In this episode of The 5th Quarter Podcast – On the Sideline series, I sit down with sports executive and agent Travis King to explore how faith, hard work, and a little Memphis grit can turn dreams into reality. Travis opens up about his journey from Memphis roots to sports industry success, sharing powerful insights on mindset, perseverance, and purpose. Key Highlights: Faith as a Foundation – How staying grounded in faith shaped Travis's career decisions.The Power...

    1h 15m

  5. 12/25/2024

    Ep 62 Regina Smith | Cheer, Acrobatics & Tumbling

    Send us a text. In this heartfelt and inspiring episode of The 5th Quarter, Sandy Adams sits down with Coach Regina Smith, Morgan State’s inaugural Head Acrobatics and Tumbling Head Coach, to explore her incredible journey from competitive athlete to pioneering leader. As the head coach of the first and only HBCU Division I acrobatics and tumbling program, Regina shares how her faith has been a cornerstone of her life, guiding her decisions and providing strength throughout her career. Key...

    1h 15m

  6. 12/11/2024

    Ep 61 Jason Staub | Baseball

    Send us a text. In this episode of The 5th Quarter Podcast, we sit down with Jason Staub, a former pitcher for Eastern Connecticut State University and now the interim Head Baseball Coach at Pomona-Pitzer Colleges. Jason shares his incredible journey from a standout high school and college athlete to a coach leading his team to unprecedented success. Key Highlights: Athletic Journey: Jason reflects on his 14-year baseball careerOvercoming Adversity: A torn labrum in his freshman year of co...

    1h 7m

  7. 11/27/2024

    Ep 60 Drew Hayes | Baseball

    Send us a text. - In this episode of The 5th Quarter Podcast, Sandy sit's down with former MLB pitcher, Drew Hayes, to explore his inspiring journey from small-town Tennessee to life in professional baseball and beyond. Drew shares insights into the MLB draft process, the mental toughness required for life in the minors, and the pressure of pitching on the biggest stage. He reflects on navigating setbacks, learning to move past performance highs and lows, and realizing his worth beyond the ...

    1h 8m

  8. 11/13/2024

    Ep 59 Greg Graber On The Sideline | Mental Performance Coach

    Send us a text. . In this episode on the sideline, Sandy sits down with Greg Graber, a renowned mental performance coach, author, and educator, to dive into the transformative power of mindfulness in sports. Known for his work with college basketball teams, including the Memphis Tigers Men’s Basketball program, Greg shares his journey from the classroom to the court, where he now helps athletes and coaches overcome mental challenges and sharpen their focus under pressure. Greg discus...

    59 min
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A bi-weekly podcast that delves into the lives of retired athletes as they navigate the uncharted waters of life after their competitive careers end.Host, Sandy Adams, brings forth captivating interviews, sharing the stories of athletes who transitioned into new endeavors, discovered their purpose beyond sports, and the highs and lows along the way.Plus a new mini series "On The Sideline" conversations with current athletes and people working in the sports world.

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