Vladimir Jankovic - Episode #29 - Winning the Journey Within

Born in Belgrade, raised in Greece, Vlado Jankovic has built an 18-year professional basketball career across Europe, playing for Panionios, Panathinaikos, Valencia, Aris, AEK, PAOK, and now serving as team captain at Peristeri BC.But his journey is about more than basketball statistics. It's about facing loss at a very young age, navigating different types of pressure, and building his own identity in a sport that demands everything from you.Now, Vlado is using everything he's learned to help younger players navigate the same challenges - serving as a mentor, a leader, and a guide for the next generation, while still playing. So, we are super excited to see what he does next, after basketball. In this conversation, Vlado opens up about:Growing up between two cultures - Serbian roots, Greek upbringingFacing loss at a young age and how it shaped himBuilding an 18-year professional career across multiple clubsThe different types of pressure athletes face (performance, cultural, identity)Finding his own identity in a demanding sportHis relationship with his father and what he learned from himThe role his mother played in his journeyFatherhood—his relationship with his son and what he wants to pass onServing as team captain and mentoring younger playersAnd so much more... 📢 Guest: Vladimir Janković🎧 Host: Milica Jovanović👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes where we explore the minds of top performers and the strategies that drive success in sports. This video is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. The content shared in this video is based on general information and personal experience, and should not be considered a substitute for professional sports psychology guidance or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified sports psychologist or mental health professional for personalized advice and support.#WinningTheJourneyWithin #SportsPsychology #MentalGame #AthleteMindset #HealingJourney #BasketballLife