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June 13, 2025 10 mins

Mastering the Juggle: How to Thrive as a College Athlete

In this episode of the Defeat is Optional podcast, Olympic sprinter Ronnie Baker shares invaluable insights and strategies for balancing college life and athletics. Through his personal experiences as a college athlete at TCU, Baker offers six practical tips: accepting the chaos, creating a weekly game plan, locking in top priorities, learning to say no without guilt, building a trusted small circle, and having fun. He emphasizes the importance of time management, prioritization, and using campus resources. The episode also announces the launch of 'Defeat is Optional' merchandise and highlights the significance of maintaining faith and enjoying the collegiate journey.

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