77 episodes

Athletes share their authentic stories of triumph, failure, and how they were able to navigate through the world of being amateur / professional athletes. The Athletes to Athletes podcast gives listeners an inside look into the minds of athletes, proving they're more than just their sport.

The Athletes to Athletes Podcast Athletes to Athletes

    • Sports
    • 5.0 • 6 Ratings

Athletes share their authentic stories of triumph, failure, and how they were able to navigate through the world of being amateur / professional athletes. The Athletes to Athletes podcast gives listeners an inside look into the minds of athletes, proving they're more than just their sport.

    The Caitlin Clark Effect & Explosive Growth of Women's Sports

    The Caitlin Clark Effect & Explosive Growth of Women's Sports

    Women's college basketball has seen a tremendous amount of growth over the last few years with some of the biggest stars such as Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, and Paige Bueckers. But the bright lights haven't just fallen on the lady ballers, we've also seen women's volleyball viewership explode with the Nebraska Cornhuskers breaking huge attendance records. 

    During this conversation, we discuss what type of effect these ladies have had on all sports as well as how marketing and NIL have been a catalyst for their growth too. 
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    LEARN MORE ABOUT THE A2A ACADEMY
    The A2A Academy is a comprehensive, non-biased college preparation service specifically designed for student-athletes.
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    https://youtu.be/UzVEizF40c0

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    Guide to Understanding College Preparation with a Student-Athlete
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    • 49 min
    Gwyn McMorris: Chase Your Passion

    Gwyn McMorris: Chase Your Passion

    Gwyn McMorris had a passion and a goal to make a Division I track team. She made sacrifices and chased her passions to make it a reality. 
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    LEARN MORE ABOUT THE A2A ACADEMY
    The A2A Academy is a comprehensive, non-biased college preparation service specifically designed for student-athletes.
    https://www.joina2a.com

    WATCH REID'S STORY
    https://youtu.be/UzVEizF40c0

    DOWNLOAD FREE EBOOK
    Guide to Understanding College Preparation with a Student-Athlete
    https://docsend.com/view/enzyhu6sjseug6r4

    👇 Follow us on our other social channels!

    Twitter - https://twitter.com/A2Aadvising
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    Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/athletestoathletes/

    #AthletestoAthletes #A2AAcademy #AuthenticAthlete

    • 37 min
    Rashad Jones-Jennings: Creating New Passions to Build for the Future

    Rashad Jones-Jennings: Creating New Passions to Build for the Future

    Rashad Jones-Jennings found a new passion while he was still competing at a high level. He studied and prepared himself for a life after sports to make sure he was set up to make a successful transition before deciding to retire from basketball.
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    LEARN MORE ABOUT THE A2A ACADEMY
    The A2A Academy is a comprehensive, non-biased college preparation service specifically designed for student-athletes.
    https://www.joina2a.com

    WATCH REID'S STORY
    https://youtu.be/UzVEizF40c0

    DOWNLOAD FREE EBOOK
    Guide to Understanding College Preparation with a Student-Athlete
    https://docsend.com/view/enzyhu6sjseug6r4

    👇 Follow us on our other social channels!

    Twitter - https://twitter.com/A2Aadvising
    Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/A2Aadvising
    Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/athletestoathletes/

    #AthletestoAthletes #A2AAcademy #AuthenticAthlete

    • 29 min
    Questioning the Timing of the Fall Transfer Portal Window

    Questioning the Timing of the Fall Transfer Portal Window

    Why is the transfer portal window open during the most important time of the biggest revenue-generating sport at the college level? 

    During today's episode, we dig into the transfer portal window and the schedule around the penultimate championship season on the Division I level.







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    LEARN MORE ABOUT THE A2A ACADEMY
    The A2A Academy is a comprehensive, non-biased college preparation service specifically designed for student-athletes.
    https://www.joina2a.com

    WATCH REID'S STORY
    https://youtu.be/UzVEizF40c0

    DOWNLOAD FREE EBOOK
    Guide to Understanding College Preparation with a Student-Athlete
    https://docsend.com/view/enzyhu6sjseug6r4

    👇 Follow us on our other social channels!

    Twitter - https://twitter.com/A2Aadvising
    Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/A2Aadvising
    Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/athletestoathletes/

    #AthletestoAthletes #A2AAcademy #AuthenticAthlete

    • 44 min
    End of Year Special: Similarities Between CFP Committee & College Admissions Process

    End of Year Special: Similarities Between CFP Committee & College Admissions Process

    For the final episode of 2023, A2A co-founders Reid Meyer and Justin Ullestad join host Ryan Holmes to discuss the CFP committee's decision, its ripple effect, and how similar the process is to college admissions. 
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    LEARN MORE ABOUT THE A2A ACADEMY
    The A2A Academy is a comprehensive, non-biased college preparation service specifically designed for student-athletes.
    https://www.joina2a.com

    WATCH REID'S STORY
    https://youtu.be/UzVEizF40c0

    DOWNLOAD FREE EBOOK
    Guide to Understanding College Preparation with a Student-Athlete
    https://docsend.com/view/enzyhu6sjseug6r4

    👇 Follow us on our other social channels!

    Twitter - https://twitter.com/A2Aadvising
    Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/A2Aadvising
    Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/athletestoathletes/

    #AthletestoAthletes #A2AAcademy #AuthenticAthlete

    • 54 min
    Jonathan Jones: From the Back of the Pack to the Front of the Stage

    Jonathan Jones: From the Back of the Pack to the Front of the Stage

    Jonathon Jones wasn't the best student and didn't see his Division I hoop dreams come to fruition. 

    Although he may have been the kid falling asleep in the back of the class, Jonathan has put in the work and found his footing as an entrepreneur, podcast host, and impactful speaker.  
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    LEARN MORE ABOUT THE A2A ACADEMY
    The A2A Academy is a comprehensive, non-biased college preparation service specifically designed for student-athletes.
    https://www.joina2a.com

    WATCH REID'S STORY
    https://youtu.be/UzVEizF40c0

    DOWNLOAD FREE EBOOK
    Guide to Understanding College Preparation with a Student-Athlete
    https://docsend.com/view/enzyhu6sjseug6r4

    👇 Follow us on our other social channels!

    Twitter - https://twitter.com/A2Aadvising
    Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/A2Aadvising
    Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/athletestoathletes/

    #AthletestoAthletes #A2AAcademy #AuthenticAthlete

    • 37 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
6 Ratings

6 Ratings

SBU alumni ,

Love this show!!

This podcast is on my weekly listen list. Love hearing the stories of current/former athletes and the amazing ways they are impacting the world. Ryan is a phenomenal host and does a great job of creating natural, free-flowing conversations with his guests.

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