From the grind of JUCO football to the shelves of Amazon's bestseller list — Nick Peck's journey is proof that resilience wins.
In this episode of The Gametime Guru Podcast, former college football player and author of Only Way Out shares his incredible story of overcoming adversity, using sports as a lifeline, and turning his life lessons into a powerful debut novel.
Nick opens up about:
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Growing up in a turbulent home and finding stability through athletics
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The mental and physical grind of California JUCO football
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Transitioning from offensive lineman to long snapper to published author
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The powerful bond with his younger sister that shaped his drive
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Writing, publishing, and marketing Only Way Out to bestseller status
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Life after sports — how to keep competing when the game ends
Whether you're an athlete, sports fan, or simply love stories of grit and perseverance, this episode offers inspiration you can apply to your own journey.
📖 Get Nick's Book:
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Only-Way-Out-Nick-Peck/dp/1966074336
Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/only-way-out-nick-peck/1147238577
Website: https://www.nickpeckauthor.com/
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