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Athletes Rising
by Kelly Gray
Athletes Rising is a podcast that pulls back the veil on what it takes to become an elite athlete. Each episode consists of an interview with an athlete that grew up playing youth sports and was able to make it to the collegiate level or beyond. The purpose of this show is to show the good, the bad, and the ugly of what youth athletes go through in order to achieve their dreams. We want to expose the multiple failures that each athlete encounters and highlight the lesson that they learned from it and the affect that it had on them in helping or hindering them in their athletic career.
Episodes
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Episode 21: Jon Busch - Former MLS Goalkeeper of the Year
In this episode Jon and I discuss his path from a multi-sport athlete in New York to becoming one of the greatest goalkeepers in MLS history. Having taken a path that saw him in various levels of the professional game, his story is one that all aspiring professional athletes should hear. Enjoy.
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Episode 20: Matt Fondy - Professional Soccer Play & Executive Director at Oakland Genesis
In this episode with current Oakland Roots player, Matt Fondy, we talk about his unorthodox path into the professional game. A true story of self belief and perseverance, Matt's story is proof that there is no exact path to the top. Tune in and listen to this story of the truth of what…
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Episode 19: Tracy Hamm - Former Professional Soccer Player & Current Division 1 Head Coach
In this episode we discuss Tracy's story of how she fell in love with the game of soccer, her path to the professional game, and the realization that she wanted to stay in the game past her playing career. A highly decorated player and coach, Tracy provides an in-depth look at what it takes to be...
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Episode 18: Jim Hoey - Former MLB Pitcher
In our first episode with a baseball player we explore the mental side of the game. Through this wide ranging conversation listeners get a glimpse into the mindset of an elite pitcher, and the ups and downs of a professional career. For the young aspiring athlete this is a must listen. Tune in...
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Episode 17: Chris Wingert - Former Professional Soccer Player & MLS Cup Champion
In one of our most colorful episodes, we talk to former professional soccer player Chris Wingert. Chris played for Columbus Crew, Colorado Rapids, Real Salt Lake, and New York City FC. He also played extensively with the US Olympic Team and even the Men’s National Team. We talk all about his…
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Episode 16: Michelle Clementson - Former Division 1 Soccer player & Coach
In this episode we dive into the effect injuries can play in a player’s career and why approaching them with the right mentality is crucially important to persevering through them. This is such an interesting conversation with Michelle because she brings the point of view of both a player and as…
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Episode 15: Chris Aloisi - Former Professional Soccer Player
In this episode Chris and I discuss the difficult decisions that all players go through throughout their career as a youth, college and professional player. We get into many of the larger lessons that are vitally important to learn through the participation in youth sports. Enjoy this fun...
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Episode 14: Kevin Goldthwaite - Former Professional Soccer Player in MLS
In this episode we talk to Kevin Goldthwaite. Kevin was a professional soccer player in Major League Soccer for San Jose Earthquakes, Houston Dynamo, New York Red Bulls, Toronto FC, and Portland Timbers. We talk about all of the various transitions in a career from youth player to high school,...
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Episode 13: Courtney Carroll Levinsohn - Coach & Founder at Growth Through Sport
Courtney Carroll Levinsohn Founder, Growth Through Sport A former captain and MVP of the women’s soccer team at UC Berkeley, Courtney created Growth Through Sport (GTS) to help athletes of all ages develop the competitive and emotional skills to both excel in sports and have fun doing so. Based…
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Episode 12: John Stevenson - Sports Psychologist & Mental Performance Coach
In this episode we take a look at things through the eyes of a performance and mental coach in John Stevenson. We talk a lot about motivation, what it takes to reach the next level of performance, and how to constantly be pushing to be the best we can be. Have a listen and let us know what you...
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Episode 11: Aaron Seitz - Former College Basketball Player & Elite Coach and Educator
In this episode we talk to Aaron about his basketball career and what it took for him to get to the college level of the game. We get into the real reasons that players need to play and why some healthy competition is good for a players development and growth. Links from today’s show Website:...
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Episode 10: Lea B. Olsen - Former Division 1 Basketball Player & Broadcast Analyst
In this episode we talk to Lea B. Olsen. As a parent, sports broadcaster and former collegiate athlete, Lea B. Olsen has experienced sports culture from every angle. Since playing basketball for the University of Minnesota, where she studied journalism and mass communication, Lea has worked for...
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Episode 9: Sonya Looney - World Champion Mountain Biker and Extreme Sports Athlete
In this episode we discuss how Sonya found Mountain biking and almost immediately fell in love with the sport. We get into the different kind of racing and some of the hard decisions that she had to make to further her career. A true entrepreneur, Sonya is a perfect example of someone who saw an...
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Episode 8: Kristi Lynden - Former Santa Clara Soccer Star and National Champion
In this episode we speak to Santa Clara soccer star and national champion Kristi Lynden. We explore the process of discovering what sport is yours and get into the challenges that come up while climbing the ladder of soccer.
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Episode 7: Matt Schembri - Former Division 1 Soccer Star & Cancer Survivor
In this episode we talk to Matt Schembri. Matt was a Division 1 soccer player at San Jose State University. We discuss his journey to discovering his goal of playing college soccer and the various challenges that he faced while trying to make his dream a reality. We also jump into how the lessons...
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Episode 6: Lauren Hanson - Former Professional Soccer Player and Current D1 College Coach
In this episode we talk to San Jose State Women's soccer head coach, Lauren Hanson. We talk a lot about her youth soccer playing career and jump into her playing career in college at the University of Portland and her coaching career at University of Portland, University of Oregon, and now at…
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Episode 5: Logan Pause - Former Chicago Fire Captain and Legend
In this episode we talk to Logan Pause. Logan made 286 appearances for the men in red before retiring in 2014. He represented the US National Team at multiple levels and is an absolute legend in the Chicago Soccer scene. He has played the role of player, coach, administrator, and fan, and brings…
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Episode 4: Mark Hogenhout - Former Washington Huskies and Youth National Team Soccer Star
In this episode we talk to Mark Hogenhout. Mark was a former standout athlete for the University of Washington Huskies Men's soccer program and went on to play for the Seattle Sounders professional team. He represented the United States National Team in the youth ranks and has continued to be...
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Episode 3: Kelly Gray - Former Professional Soccer Player
Latest episode of Athletes Rising we talk to co-host and former professional soccer player, Kelly Gray, and unpack the story of his athletic career and some of the challenges that he faced throughout his youth, college, professional, and international career. Episode #3 - Kelly Gray Links from...
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Episode 2: Dustin Avol - Former USC Men's Volleyball Captain
In this episode we interview co-host and former USC Men's Volleyball captain, Dustin Avol, about the trials and tribulations he experienced throughout his career. Starting with the conundrum of which sport to play, followed by the path to college volleyball, and all of the magic in between....
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Episode 1: Overview of Athletes Rising
Welcome to Athletes Rising. In this episode you get an introduction the what Athletes Rising is all about, as well as a quick little introduction to the two hosts of the show. EPISODE 1 Welcome to Athletes Rising. In this episode you will get an introduction to what Athletes Rising is all about…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Athletes Rising is a podcast that pulls back the veil on what it takes to become an elite athlete. Each episode consists of an interview with an athlete that grew up playing youth sports and was able to make it to the collegiate level or beyond. The purpose of this show is to show the good, the bad, and the ugly of what youth athletes go through in order to achieve their dreams. We want to expose the multiple failures that each athlete encounters and highlight the lesson that they learned from it and the affect that it had on them in helping or hindering them in their athletic career.
HOSTED BY
Kelly Gray
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How many episodes does Athletes Rising have?
Athletes Rising currently has 21 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
What is Athletes Rising about?
Athletes Rising is a podcast that pulls back the veil on what it takes to become an elite athlete. Each episode consists of an interview with an athlete that grew up playing youth sports and was able to make it to the collegiate level or beyond. The purpose of this show is to show the good, the...
How often does Athletes Rising release new episodes?
Athletes Rising has 21 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.
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Who hosts Athletes Rising?
Athletes Rising is created and hosted by Kelly Gray.
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