My Player Podcast

Today’s guests are Will Collins (Co-Founder) and Charlie Westerman (CRO) of My Player Athlete. A platform that’s reshaping how athletes build their brands and create merch.We talk about:The early days of starting My Player AthleteThe vision behind empowering athletes with their own merch linesNIL’s role in shaping athlete brandingBusiness predictions for the future Lessons from building in the sports business spaceWhether you’re an athlete, entrepreneur, or just curious about the future of NIL and sports business, this conversation is packed with insights.”📌 Follow My Player Athlete: [https://myplayerathlete.com/]📌 Follow Constant Sports [https://www.constantsportsco.com/]

Today’s guest is Katie Shea Collins, a forward for South Carolina women’s soccer who made one of the most explosive freshman debuts in SEC history. Hailing from Gallatin, Tennessee, Katie became her high school’s all-time scoring leader with 106 goals before joining the Gamecocks. In her freshman season, she racked up 13 goals, two hat tricks, three SEC Freshman of the Week honors (a program record), and scored the second-fastest goal in South Carolina history.She’s also represented the U.S. on the U19 and U20 National Teams, bringing home a Pan American Games bronze medal. We dive into her journey, her mindset on handling pressure, NIL opportunities, and what it means to be a “My Player.”🔗 Follow Katie:Instagram: @katie.collins4Twitter/X: @KatieSheaColli1My Player Athlete Store: Katie’s Merch: 📌 Subscribe to My Player Podcast for more athlete stories.

Today’s My Player Podcast guest is JJ McComas, a hometown hero and wrestler at Oklahoma State. Growing up in Stillwater, JJ built a storied high school career (138–22 record, 2x state champ, national runner-up, Fargo All-American) before committing to the program he grew up watching.In this episode, we talk about:The Early JourneyRedshirt SeasonMental GameNIL & BrandingFuture GoalsRapid-Fire Q’s👉 Support JJ McComas on My Player Athlete: 👉 Follow JJ on Instagram: @jjmccomasss🎙️ About My Player Podcast:The My Player Podcast brings you authentic stories from athletes at every level, giving them the platform to share their journey, their brand, and their future.

Warren Gravely IV isn’t your average high school ballplayer. The Santa Margarita standout is a 9.5-rated Perfect Game prospect, a versatile multi-position athlete, and now a future Notre Dame star. On this episode of My Player Podcast, Warren sits down with Conner Schenk to talk about: ⚾️ Why he chose Notre Dame and how the commitment unfolded 🧠 The mindset behind balancing pressure, recruitment buzz, and daily grind 💪 His training routine as a catcher and hitter 💼 NIL & brand building before college 🎯 Goals for his senior year and beyondThis is the future of athlete storytelling is straight from the players themselves. 👉 Don’t forget to subscribe for more athlete journeys and follow Warren’s path to the next level! #Baseball #NIL #NotreDame #MyPlayerPodcast

Today’s episode of the My Player Podcast features Dominic Bourgeois, a junior kicker at Susquehanna University.SHOP Dominic's MerchDominic, originally from Baltimore, Maryland, is more than just a clutch performer on the field. As a Business Management major and proven special teams weapon, he brings a unique perspective to the student-athlete experience.We talk about:🏈 His journey to Susquehanna.🏈 The mental game of kicking under pressure.🏈 Breakout performance and a clutch kick that sealed a playoff win.🏈 Balancing academics, football, and life as a DIII student-athlete.🏈 NIL, athlete branding, and what it means to be a My Player.🏈 Advice for Young Athletes on Pressure, Confidence, and DisciplineDominic is a perfect example of how athletes can own their story, grow their platform, and use their voice beyond the game.🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe for more My Player episodes featuring athletes across every level of college sports.My Player Athlete Store: https://myplayerathlete.com/👉 Follow My Player Athlete:Instagram: @myplayerathleteTikTok: @myplayerathleteTwitter: @myplayerathlete

What does it take to build a platform that supports over 5,000 athletes?In this episode of the Constant Sports Podcast, we sit down with the Co - founder and Chief Revenue Officer of My Player Athlete, a growing brand that’s helping athletes take control of their name, image, and likeness. From humble beginnings to working with thousands of athletes, we talk about the grind of building a sports startup, the future of athlete branding, NIL, and why starting small matters.🎙 Topics covered:    •    How My Player Athlete started  •    Scaling from 0 to 5,000+ athletes •    The future of NIL and athlete branding  •    Advice for athletes building their personal brands    •   Why this platform is differentWhether you’re a student-athlete, brand builder, or just love sports business, this episode has something for you.Subscribe for weekly episodes on the business of sports.#NIL #AthleteBranding #SportsBusiness #MyPlayerAthlete #ConstantSports #NILPlatform

Malik Dia isn’t just a force in the paint, he’s a story of grit, growth, and seizing opportunity.Shop Malik's Merch🔥 In This Episode🔥How Malik navigated through his career.What it’s like adjusting mentally and physically to SEC basketball.His dominant performances.NIL mindset: brand-building, balancing school, and staying grounded.Advice to young athletes on resilience, transfers, and finding their pathStay ConnectedMalik's Merch: myplayerathlete.com/collections/malik-diaFollow Malik on the socials: @malikkdiaOriginally from Murfreesboro, TN. Malik started his college career at Vanderbilt before transferring to Belmont, where he led the team in scoring (16.9 PPG) and logged 559 points, 193 rebounds, 27 steals, and 26 blocks in just 33 games.In 2024–25, Malik transferred to SEC powerhouse Ole Miss. As a junior, he started all 36 games (tying the school record), averaged 10.8 PPG, 5.7 RPG, shot 46.7% from the field, and added 29 three-pointers, 27 assists, 31 blocks, and 25 steals.Thanks for tuning in. If you enjoyed this conversation, make sure to follow  @ConstantSportsPodcast   @MyPlayerPodcast ​

Jonathan Hogart: From JUCO to One of College Baseball’s Best | My Player PodcastJonathan Hogart went from small-town roots and the JUCO circuit to becoming one of the most feared hitters in college baseball. In this episode of the My Player Podcast, we dive into how he hit 22 home runs, drove in 65 RBI, and became a leader at Murray State.He shares what JUCO life taught him, the biggest moments of his D1 journey, and how he’s using NIL to build a brand beyond the diamond.🔗 Shop Hogart’s NIL gear: https://myplayerathlete.com/collections/jonathan-hogart📲 Follow Jonathan: @jonathanhogart🎧 Subscribe to My Player for more raw, real stories from today’s athlete-entrepreneurs.#MyPlayerPodcast #JonathanHogart #collegebaseball #NIL #JUCOGrind #d1baseball #AthleteBranding #sports #baseball #trending #trends #mlbb #mlbdraft #homerun #collegesports #collegeathlete #nil #murraystate #jucoproduct #NCAA #branding #marketing

Saige Wimes didn’t just break into the Kansas starting lineup, she helped lead the Jayhawks to a Big 12 title with 5 goals, 7 assists, and 23 starts in her breakout season.On this episode of the My Player Podcast, we talk about her journey from redshirting to leading on the field, how she approaches the mental side of the game, and what building a personal brand means to her as a college athlete.Tap in for real stories from one of college soccer’s rising stars.🎧 Follow Saige @saigewimes👕 Support her NIL journey: Follow My Player:Custom Merch. Earn on Sales. Zero Cost.Join 4,500+ AthletesFollow Constant Sports:

Lisa's Merch StoreLisa Szeibert is not just a standout gymnast at the University of Missouri, she’s an SEC All-Academic athlete, a former USA Gymnastics national competitor, and one of the most promising student-athletes we’ve seen when it comes to both performance and presence.We’re going to talk about her journey through elite gymnastics, what it’s like competing at the NCAA level, and how she's thinking about her future beyond the floor routine-------------------------------------------------------------------Every athlete—whether they're a star player or a freshman just starting out—puts in the hours, faces the grind, and competes with pride. Yet most athletes never experience having personalized merchandise that truly celebrates their journey.MyPlayer was founded by athletes, for athletes, with one simple mission: to ensure every athlete has their own merch and feels like a star. It began in a basement with Will Collins, a former D3 and D1 wrestler, who passionately created over 25,000 custom graphics for teammates, family friends, and athletes nationwide. Will’s relentless drive turned a single idea into a powerful movement.At MyPlayer, every athlete matters. We're here to celebrate you, your teammates, and your fans—making sure everyone can proudly rep their athlete in style.

Will Collins, co - founder of MyPlayer, joins the show to talk about how they went from designing merch in a basement to building a national movement helping every athlete feel like a star.We cover the origin story, what makes MyPlayer different, and why personalized merch matters for every athlete—from youth leagues to college sports.If you're an athlete, coach, or fan of sports entrepreneurship, this episode is for you.---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Every athlete—whether they're a star player or a freshman just starting out—puts in the hours, faces the grind, and competes with pride. Yet most athletes never experience having personalized merchandise that truly celebrates their journey.MyPlayer was founded by athletes, for athletes, with one simple mission: to ensure every athlete has their own merch and feels like a star. It began in a basement with Will Collins, a former D3 and D1 wrestler, who passionately created over 25,000 custom graphics for teammates, family friends, and athletes nationwide. Will’s relentless drive turned a single idea into a powerful movement.Today, MyPlayer is driven by a passionate team dedicated to empowering athletes at every level, from youth leagues to college sports. We offer high-quality, custom-designed merch that goes beyond just clothing—it's about telling unique stories, connecting with fans, and creating memorable moments.At MyPlayer, every athlete matters. We're here to celebrate you, your teammates, and your fans—making sure everyone can proudly rep their athlete in style.

Welcome to the MyPlayer Podcast. Where tomorrow’s stars take the mic. We’re here to tell real stories, drop real game, and help athletes build their brand on and off the field. Whether you're a youth phenom, college standout, or just getting started, this is your moment.Build your collection today.