EPISODE · Apr 15, 2026 · 34 MIN
From Overwhelmed Freshman to Team USA Champion | Carolina Pulse
from 1801 Media · host College Sports Company
If you’re ever injured in an accident, you can check out Morgan & Morgan. You can start your claim in just a click without having to leave your couch: https://ForThePeople.com/CaroPulseZaya Akins is one of the fastest rising stars in college track — but her journey is deeper than wins, medals, and Team USA.From feeling overwhelmed as a freshman… to representing the United States… to helping rebuild South Carolina track into a powerhouse — this is the real story behind the athlete.In this episode of Carolina Pulse, Zaya opens up about pressure, identity, faith, and what it really takes to compete at the highest level.If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, doubted yourself, or tried to be someone you’re not… this conversation is for you.Chapters:1:03 Meet Zaya Akins 2:00 Indoor vs Outdoor Season Adjustments4:48 Growing Up in Kansas City7:30 Becoming One of the Best in High School8:40 Pressure vs Performance10:00 Recruiting Process Breakdown11:40 Starting Over13:05 Choosing South Carolina17:00 Freshman Year Struggles (REAL TALK)18:45 Overwhelm, Time Management & Reality19:45 Representing Team USA 🇺🇸23:50 The Science of Sprinting 27:50 Fun Rapid-Fire Segment#ZayaAkins #TrackAndField #SouthCarolina #TeamUSALearn more about our partnership with Garnett Trust & South Carolina Athletics: https://www.collegesportsco.com/news/...FOLLOW 1801 MEDIA HERE:► TWITTER | https://www.x.com/1801MediaCo► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@1801mediaco?_...► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/1801mediaco...► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/@1801mediaco► FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/people/1801-Media/61566794218642/
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If you’re ever injured in an accident, you can check out Morgan & Morgan. You can start your claim in just a click without having to leave your couch: https://ForThePeople.com/CaroPulseZaya Akins is one of the fastest rising stars in college track — but her journey is deeper than wins, medals, and Team USA.From feeling overwhelmed as a freshman… to representing the United States… to helping rebuild South Carolina track into a powerhouse — this is the real story behind the athlete.In this episode of Carolina Pulse, Zaya opens up about pressure, identity, faith, and what it really takes to compete at the highest level.If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, doubted yourself, or tried to be someone you’re not… this conversation is for you.Chapters:1:03 Meet Zaya Akins 2:00 Indoor vs Outdoor Season Adjustments4:48 Growing Up in Kansas City7:30 Becoming One of the Best in High School8:40 Pressure vs Performance10:00 Recruiting Process Breakdown11:40 Starting Over13:05 Choosing South Carolina17:00 Freshman Year Struggles (REAL TALK)18:45 Overwhelm, Time Management & Reality19:45 Representing Team USA 🇺🇸23:50 The Science of Sprinting 27:50 Fun Rapid-Fire Segment#ZayaAkins #TrackAndField #SouthCarolina #TeamUSALearn more about our partnership with Garnett Trust & South Carolina Athletics: https://www.collegesportsco.com/news/...FOLLOW 1801 MEDIA HERE:► TWITTER | https://www.x.com/1801MediaCo► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@1801mediaco?_...► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/1801mediaco...► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/@1801mediaco► FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/people/1801-Media/61566794218642/
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