Athletes Unleashed

Athletes Unleashed
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Welcome to Athletes Unleashed, a podcast about breaking down student athlete's journeys on a physical, mental, and emotional level. Athletes talk about career ending injuries, to what true leadership means. Episodes release every Friday! Host - Craig Jaffe Executive Producer - Maylen Blade

  1. Troy Cooper

    04/22/2024

    Troy Cooper

    What up big dawgs! In this episode, Craig sits down with star baseball pitcher Troy Cooper. The pair discuss what it's like to bounce back from major (potentially career ending) injuries, and Troy's learning process surrounding himself and his sport no matter a win or a loss. Cooper explains the evolution of his mentality on the mound, and the factors that led him to commit and sign to play Division 1 baseball at Cal Poly Slo.

    1h 11m
  2. Deven Strong

    04/10/2024

    Deven Strong

    What up big dawgs! On today's episode, Craig sits down with Hart High basketball player Deven Strong. The pair discuss Strong's transition from the prototypical teammate into an outstanding leader on the team. Strong breaks down how pursuing basketball was a way to show his parents how much he appreciated their dedication. Deven also explains how playing basketball allowed him not only to seen as another player, but as a person by his teammates as well.

    58 min
  3. Josh Masmela

    03/19/2024

    Josh Masmela

    What up big dawgs! In this episode, Craig sits down with certified athletic trainer Josh Masmela to discuss his journey to working in the athletic training industry, and his path to working at the high school level. Masmela explains his thoughts on guiding students through the recovery process, or breaking the hard news to them that they cannot continue with their season. Craig talks with Josh about feeling pushback from players, parents, and colleagues, and how it is most important to maintain a rapport with players on and off the field.

    1h 11m
  4. Morgan Mack

    03/08/2024

    Morgan Mack

    What up big dawgs! In this episode, Craig sits down with basketball star and high school senior Morgan Mack. The two discuss what it was like playing with only boys growing up, and how that environment shaped who she is as a player today. Mack explains how she almost quit playing altogether after COVID-19 hit, but how now she is looking to play in college and extend her career past high school.

    52 min
  5. Izayiah Lopez

    02/26/2024

    Izayiah Lopez

    What up big dawgs! On this episode, Craig sits down with Izayiah Lopez, a track and football star in his senior year of high school. The two discuss his journey within the sport of track and field, and his mindset on what it takes to be an elite athlete.

    52 min
  6. Isa Magee

    02/19/2024

    Isa Magee

    What up big dawgs! On this episode, Craig sits down with current high school senior and soccer player, Isa Magee. The two discuss what it is like to have a mindset coach, the process of getting one, and what decisions led her to take that leap. Magee breaks down her pregame ritual, and explains how it was affecting her performance and her mental health as a whole.

    36 min
  7. Madi Maxwell

    02/12/2024

    Madi Maxwell

    What up big dawgs! On this episode, Craig sits down with Madi Maxwell, an upcoming collegiate volleyball athlete. Maxwell describes her experiences through national training camps, and how she deals with her nerves before games. Craig and Madi discuss how important having a strong community was when making the switch from soccer to a full-time volleyball athlete. Maxwell also breaks down how self-talk before games prepares her to do her best.

    54 min
  8. Vinny Tiscareno

    02/05/2024

    Vinny Tiscareno

    What up big dawgs! On this episode, Craig sits down with current high school senior and football player, Vinny Tiscareno. The two discuss their personal definitions of an "athlete", and how to be an athlete is an everyday fight, mentally and physically. Vinny describes how his support system allowed him to be successful, and how every athlete needs people in their corner in order to thrive. The two break down how one cannot constantly expect perfection from themself, but how athletes, especially leaders, fall into that trap.

    46 min
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Welcome to Athletes Unleashed, a podcast about breaking down student athlete's journeys on a physical, mental, and emotional level. Athletes talk about career ending injuries, to what true leadership means. Episodes release every Friday! Host - Craig Jaffe Executive Producer - Maylen Blade

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  • Creator
    Athletes Unleashed
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    18
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Athletes Unleashed
  • Show Website
    Athletes Unleashed