Moving Without the Ball

Dania Haughton
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 Moving without the ball signifies constant, purposeful motion that ultimately sets up a shot, disrupts defenses, and spreads the floor. It requires constant action and thoughtful preparation.  That's what this show is about. Not the moments that make highlights, but the decisions, actions, and movement that decide what happens next.  Host Dania Haughton shares stories that uncover the forces that shape the athlete experience and the larger ecosystem on and off the court. 

Episodes

  1. 23h ago

    Moving Without The Ball: Nowoola Awepetu on the Using Your "Why" to Intentionally Navigate Transition

    Successfully moving without the ball requires purposeful motion. Navigating transition is the same.  On this week’s episode, Dania Haughton talks with former Villanova defensive back, Nowoola Awepetu, about the emotional realities of transitioning out of sport, using your “why” to move through uncertainty, and trusting the timing of it all.  The two explore mental health, the wider college athletics landscape, and understanding your identity outside of the game.  Because transitioning doesn’t mean leaving the game behind, but instead understanding the transferable skills that continue to serve you long after the final down. Follow Dania on Instagram @daniahaughton Follow Moving Without the Ball on Instagram @MovingWithoutTheBall Subscribe to Moving Without the Ball on Substack: https://daniahaughton.substack.com/

  2. Aug 20

    Moving Without the Ball: Chad Easterling on Building Connection Beyond Transaction

    Though often clichéd, “it’s not what you know but who you know” reveals the reality of the power of relationships. Meaningful connections can lead to opportunities to create lasting impact.  On this episode of Moving Without the Ball, Dania Haughton discusses the importance of relationships when navigating transition and new opportunities, building connection beyond transaction, and the foundational lessons he’s pulled from his time on the court that still play a role in his life today.  The two get candid about how genuine investment in people produces the strongest relationships.  Because your network does more than influence your path. It shapes the perspective you carry along the way.  Follow Dania on Instagram @daniahaughton Follow Moving Without the Ball on Instagram @MovingWithoutTheBall Subscribe to Moving Without the Ball on Substack: https://daniahaughton.substack.com/

  3. Aug 13

    Moving Without the Ball: Christine Simmons on Navigating Uncertainty with Grace and Ambition

    Making an impact isn’t always done in the spotlight. Instead it exists in the space in between.  On this episode of Moving Without the Ball, Dania Haughton sits down with the former President of the Los Angeles Sparks and impact-driven businesswoman to discuss how she counsels athletes through transition, gives voice to the voiceless, and leads with purpose. Together they discuss navigating uncertainty, having confidence in your ability to figure things out, and that grace and ambition are not mutually exclusive. Instead, it’s the combination of the two that can create meaningful impact before anyone is watching.  Because moving without the ball requires courage to move forward even when the path is uncertain.  Follow Dania on Instagram @daniahaughton Follow Moving Without the Ball on Instagram @MovingWithoutTheBall Subscribe to Moving Without the Ball on Substack: https://daniahaughton.substack.com/

  4. Aug 6

    Moving Without the Ball: Kaz Brown on Building a Career On & Off the Court and Navigating Transition

    If you look at Kaz Brown’s resume it’s filled with championships, All-Star appearances, and successes. What it doesn’t tell you is what it takes to build a career on and off the court.  In the first episode of Moving Without the Ball, Dania Haughton sits down with the Dallas Pulse middle blocker to discuss her journey in professional volleyball–the challenges, opportunities, and uncertainty that helped shape her path.   The two explore how pressure affects athletes at every level, the importance of self reflection and embracing new roles, and the conversations and actions that shape life after competition.  Because careers are built solely on highlights, they’re defined by the moments in between.  Follow Dania on Instagram @daniahaughton Follow Moving Without the Ball on Instagram @MovingWithoutTheBall Subscribe to Moving Without the Ball on Substack: https://daniahaughton.substack.com/

  • 4 Episodes

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 Moving without the ball signifies constant, purposeful motion that ultimately sets up a shot, disrupts defenses, and spreads the floor. It requires constant action and thoughtful preparation.  That's what this show is about. Not the moments that make highlights, but the decisions, actions, and movement that decide what happens next.  Host Dania Haughton shares stories that uncover the forces that shape the athlete experience and the larger ecosystem on and off the court. 

Information

  • Creator
    Dania Haughton
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    4
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Moving Without the Ball