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Mind Over Medal

A podcast created by Ava Cooper, Miss South Carolina Volunteer 2026, where I interview athletes and give them a platform to discuss how they overcome challenges. The goal is to empower athletes beyond the podium.

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    Episode 8- Zoe Deo

    Zoe is a great friend of mine from high school! She is on the USF dance team where she competes at a division 1 level! Zoe has gone through many injuries and triumphs and shares advice for those who may be going through a similar situation! Take a listen!

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    Episode 7- Marissa Garrison

    Today’s guest is someone who I’ve always looked up to in life, Marissa Garrison! Marissa has been a role model to me at my dance studio for many years and on this episode she shares how has conquered various trials throughout her dance career. Marissa is a former Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader and currently works for Walt Disney World! Take a listen! 💜🎙️

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    Episode 6- Payton Conroy

    Today’s guest is my good friend, Payton Conroy! She is a junior at Michigan State University where she is a member of the Division 1 Softball team. Payton shares her story of resilience and how she handled her very intense concussion injury. Take a listen!

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    Episode 5- Pamela Ann Pope

    Today’s guest is my very good friend from Wofford Track and Field, Pamela Ann Pope! Pam is one of the very first people I met at Wofford so this interview was extra special to me. She is currently dealing with a bad foot injury and she discussed with us how she stays positive even when going through a very challenging situation. Thank you Pam!

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    Episode 4- Dontavious Hill

    Today, I had the honor of interviewing my dream guest, Dontavious Hill. He is a Team USA professional high jumper and he shared his story of faith and resilience. Truly an incredible guest!

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    Episode 3- Alexis Willis

    Today I interviewed Alexis Willis, my best friend from High School track and field, and we discussed her how she has dealt with overcoming the mental challenges she’s faced due to with her recent injury. Such an inspirational person!

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    Episode 2- Sherika Christie

    Today I interviewed Sherika Christie, a track athlete at Wofford College. Sherika is my best friend and inspiration so it was so exciting to be able to have her on my podcast! I apologize for the audio quality as I filmed this while sitting on the beach LOL! I hope you enjoy listening!

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    Episode 1- Charlie Sly

    My first ever episode of my Mind Over Medal podcast where I interview athletes and give them a platform to discuss how they handle obstacles both physically and mentally in their sport. I am Miss Spartanburg Volunteer, Ava Cooper, and in this episode I am interviewing Gardner Webb University Wrestler, Charlie Sly!

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

A podcast created by Ava Cooper, Miss South Carolina Volunteer 2026, where I interview athletes and give them a platform to discuss how they overcome challenges. The goal is to empower athletes beyond the podium.

HOSTED BY

Ava Cooper

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A podcast created by Ava Cooper, Miss South Carolina Volunteer 2026, where I interview athletes and give them a platform to discuss how they overcome challenges. The goal is to empower athletes beyond the podium.

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