Next Play
Welcome to "Next Play," where hosts Kate and Owen interview top athletes about their mental game. From overcoming setbacks to mastering focus under pressure, each episode uncovers the secrets behind their success. If you're intrigued by the mental side of sports, "Next Play" is your must-listen podcast. Tune in and discover how these champions unlock their full potential, one mindset at a time.
Episodes
This month, Ariana had a conversation with us about her mindset as a Team USA Rugby player. She discusses mindset during injury, her Olympic experiences, and more in this episode of Next Play.
Jahmal joins Kate and Owen on this month's episode to discuss mental toughness in the boxing ring. He shares how he found boxing, where his drive comes from, advice for young athletes, and more.
Masai Russell joins Kate and Owen on the pod this month to discuss her mindset as she continues to achieve more and more success on the track. Masai opens up about her mindset journey, what keeps her focused, and how she handles the pressure.
Gracie Kramer joined the pod this month to chat with Kate and Owen about her gymnastics career and how she has continued training after college. They discuss everything from her path to UCLA to how she found her groove competing to her headspace now posting her training vlogs on social media.
Kate & Owen sit down with AJ Henning this month to discuss his college career, how his confidence was built as a kid, and his pregame rituals. AJ has sharpened his mentality to be stronger than ever as he approaches the next chapter of the 2025 NFL Draft.
Max Christie joins Kate & Owen to dive into what life has been like for him in the NBA, how his mentality has shifted throughout his basketball career, and more on this episode of Next Play.
Join us with Jamal Mayers to talk hockey, diversity in the sport, winning a Stanley Cup, and what he hopes to impart to athletes as a coach. Jamal played 15 seasons in the NHL including stints on the St Louis Blues, Toronto Maple Leafs, Calgary Flames, San Jose Sharks and won the Stanley Cup with the Chicago Blackhawks in 2013. He also played on the Canadian national team.
This month, we sat down with northwestern football player, Ryan Hilinski. Ryan talks about his journey in football, how mindset and mental health collide in sports, and more in this episode.
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