- In this episode, Angie Allen shares how she went from multi-sport high school athlete in high school—never having rowed a day in her life—to becoming one of the fastest rowers in Kansas history.
She opens up about:
- Growing up in a D1 football family and how that shaped her mindset
- The surprise recruiting journey that landed her on KU’s rowing team
- What it’s like to lose your sport to injury and find purpose in the unknown
- Pivoting her career from physical therapy to sport management
- Her rise from Big 12 intern to Assistant Commissioner at The Big West
- How the House settlement is reshaping college athletics as we know it
- The power of networking, authenticity, and showing up ready to contribute
- Navigating post-athletic life, body image, and building a new identity
- What success means when the scoreboard no longer defines you
Angie is also Chair of the Arizona State Sport Law & Business Alumni Board, and a rising voice in shaping the future of college athletics.
Whether you're a former athlete, a coach, or a professional in transition—this episode will challenge how you see purpose, identity, and leadership beyond the game.
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