EPISODE · May 27, 2026 · 37 MIN
From A to Zebra Podcast S3:E11 Letter S - Selflessness guest Haywoode Workman
from From A to Zebra · host Dana Pappas, Nate Acosta
Summary:In this episode, Haywoode Workman shares his inspiring journey from NBA player to referee and nonprofit leader. Discover the importance of selflessness, the impact of officiating, and innovative initiatives like the HBCU Hoops Invitational that aim to elevate HBCU sports and inspire the next generation.Sound Bites:"You pack and unpack 10-12 times a game.""Refereeing changed my life.""Educate, elevate, and excite."Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Selflessness01:09 Haywood Workman's Journey in Sports05:59 The Importance of Multi-Sport Participation10:37 The Art of Officiating and Travel13:32 Paying It Forward in Sports16:16 Elevating HBCU Sports through Hoops18:33 Symposium: Beyond Basketball - Life Lessons for Athletes21:10 Future of HBCU Hoops Invitational22:49 Changing Lives through Officiating26:41 Recruiting the Next Generation of Officials30:02 Personal Connections in Officiating Recruitment32:56 Educate, Elevate, Excite: The Role of Officials37:39 riverside_ed_- take 02 _ sep 25, 2024 001_from_a to zebra (1).mp4
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Summary:In this episode, Haywoode Workman shares his inspiring journey from NBA player to referee and nonprofit leader. Discover the importance of selflessness, the impact of officiating, and innovative initiatives like the HBCU Hoops Invitational that aim to elevate HBCU sports and inspire the next generation.Sound Bites:"You pack and unpack 10-12 times a game.""Refereeing changed my life.""Educate, elevate, and excite."Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Selflessness01:09 Haywood Workman's Journey in Sports05:59 The Importance of Multi-Sport Participation10:37 The Art of Officiating and Travel13:32 Paying It Forward in Sports16:16 Elevating HBCU Sports through Hoops18:33 Symposium: Beyond Basketball - Life Lessons for Athletes21:10 Future of HBCU Hoops Invitational22:49 Changing Lives through Officiating26:41 Recruiting the Next Generation of Officials30:02 Personal Connections in Officiating Recruitment32:56 Educate, Elevate, Excite: The Role of Officials37:39 riverside_ed_- take 02 _ sep 25, 2024 001_from_a to zebra (1).mp4
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