Pivoting with Purpose: John LeMieux on Cancer, Surgery, and Second Chances

When former college basketball player John LeMieux was diagnosed with sarcoma in his 50s, his life changed overnight. Undergoing rotationplasty surgery was both physically and mentally challenging—but it also led him to an unexpected new love: golf. In this conversation, John shares how facing cancer reshaped his outlook, why adaptive sports restored his competitive edge, and how he’s learned to find peace, humor, and gratitude through the game.Key Topics:Navigating life after rotationplasty surgeryRediscovering athletic confidence through adaptive golfThe mental game: patience, gratitude, and mindset in recoveryFinding community and belonging through sport