It Was Worth It: Deven O'Crump's Advice on Tradeoffs

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Summary

Deven O'Crump shares her journey in rugby, from starting in college to playing at the highest level on the national team. She discusses the welcoming and supportive rugby community, the steep learning curve of the sport, and the different positions she played. Deven also talks about the differences between 15s and 7s rugby, the sacrifices she made to pursue her rugby career, and the moments she is most proud of. She shares her experience of playing in the World Cup and the emotional moment of realizing it was her last game. Deven offers advice for athletes preparing for their final match, emphasizing the importance of being present in the moment. She discusses her post-playing journey, including coaching and refereeing, and the impact rugby has had on her life. 

Chapters

02:28 Encountering High-Level Rugby

05:01 The Basics and Differences of Rugby

13:08 Handling Selections and Emotional Roller Coaster

15:37 Sacrifices and Balancing Commitments

17:43 15s vs 7s Rugby: Preferences and Experiences

20:09 Proud Moments and Being a Captain

23:29 Transitioning Out of Playing at the Highest Level

27:36 Gratitude for the Impact of Others and the Short Journey in Rugby

31:07 Mental Preparation for the Last Game

33:09 Staying Connected through Coaching and Refereeing

35:13 Life After Playing: Finding a New Normal

39:57 Coaching and the Impact on Players' Confidence

43:26 Encouraging Youth Sports and Personal Development

46:18 Career Transition and Goals

50:51 Superpower: Making People Feel Welcomed

53:31 Recharging through Exercise and Connection

Relevant Links & Contact

Instagram - @devenocrump

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