Retired College Athletes

Retired College Athletes

A platform designed to inspire and inform current and former athletes through stories and advice from retired college athletes.

Episodes

March 20, 2023 34 mins
This week's guest is Cindi Miller. She was a women's volleyball player at UNC Asheville. In this episode, we chat about recruiting, injuries, adversity, and advocating for yourself.- Name: Cindi Miller- Sport: Volleyball- Schools UNC Asheville- Instagram: @sportsfoodandmentalhealthSports Food and Mental Health WebsiteEmail Cindi: cindi@sportsfoodandmentalhealth.comEpisode with Liz McKenna talking about athletes struggling to make ...
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This week's guest is Dr. Sarah Lee. She was a women's volleyball player at Cal State University, Fullerton, and in this episode, we chat about the adversity you hit as you transition out of your sport and how to navigate it.- Name: Dr. Sarah Lepe- Sport: Volleyball- Schools: Cal State University, Fullerton- Instagram: @rebrandedathleteRebranded Athlete websiteRebranded Athlete linktree- Patreon - If you love RCA and want to give ...
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This week's guest is Dumebi Egbuna. She was a women's basketball player at Emory University, and in this episode, we chat about going D3, when loving your sport isn't enough, and why she decided to walk away after her sophomore year.- Name: Dumebi Egbuna- Sport: Basketball- Schools: Emory University- Instagram: @dumebiegbuna- Patreon - If you love RCA and want to give financially to support the podcast you can do so through Patre...
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This week's guest is Braie Swann. She was a gymnastics athlete at the University of Arkansas, and in this episode, we chat about what she wish she knew before becoming a college athlete, player-coach dynamics, and much more- Name: Braie Swann- Sport: Gymnastics- Schools: University of Arkansas- Instagram: @ayybraiebraie- TikTok: @ayybraiebraie- Patreon - If you love RCA and want to give financially to support the podcast you can ...
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February 13, 2023 5 mins
The podcast is back!!- Patreon - If you love RCA and want to give financially to support the podcast you can do so through Patreon. Depending on what tier you give, you will receive exclusive content as a thank you for supporting us.Today's Scout:- Name: Sydney Umeri (the host)- College: University of Virginia & University of Kansas- Sport: BasketballSign up for our monthly (non-spammy) newsletter here!Housekeeping:- Website: w...
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This week's guest is Alyson Beebe. She played basketball at Stanford University, and in this episode, we chat about injury, medical retirement, player-coach power dynamics, and the business of college sports.- Name: Alyson Beebe- Sport: Basketball- Schools: Stanford- Instagram: @courageguideHer Platform: For Former AthletesMentioned In the Podcast- Aly's Stanford Profile- Podcast on the true cost of a scholarshipSign up for our mon...
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February 7, 2022 15 mins
Today we're chatting about defining success for yourself as a former athlete.Today's Scout:- Name: Sydney Umeri (the host)- College: University of Virginia & University of Kansas- Sport: BasketballSign up for our monthly (non-spammy) newsletter here!Housekeeping:- Website: www.retiredcollegeathletes.com- Instagram: @retiredcollegeathletes- Facebook: Retired College Athletes- YouTube: Retired College Athletes- Twitter: @RCAathle...
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In this week's episode we chat with Ali Kershner about the Art of Coaching.Ali Kershner is The Director of Creative Strategy for Art of Coaching where she works on all aspects of live events, education and mentorship- specializing in power dynamics, leadership, and human behavior. Prior to joining Art of Coaching, Ali was the Associate Sports Performance Coach for Stanford Women’s Basketball and Women’s Golf from 2019-2021. While a...
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This week's guest is Priscilla Tallman. She played volleyball at the University of Georgia. In this episode, we chat about how coaches and athletes can bring grace into sports.- Name: Brittany Collens- Sport: Tennes- Schools: University of Massachusetts- Instagram: @brittcollens22Resources Mentioned- Student Athletes Rights bills moving through Congress- All Student Athlete Bills currently in Congress explained- Brittany Collens Pl...
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January 22, 2022 3 mins
Hey guys! Just a quick update on the podcast.Today's Scout:- Name: Sydney Umeri (the host)- College: University of Virginia & University of Kansas- Sport: BasketballSign up for our monthly (non-spammy) newsletter here!Housekeeping:- Website: www.retiredcollegeathletes.com- Instagram: @retiredcollegeathletes- Facebook: Retired College Athletes- YouTube: Retired College Athletes- Twitter: @RCAathletes- Email: retiredcollegeathlet...
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This week's guest is Priscilla Tallman. She played volleyball at the University of Georgia. In this episode, we chat about how coaches and athletes can bring grace into sports.- Name: Priscilla Tallman- Sport: Volleyballl- Schools: University of Georgia- Instagram: @spikedr3Her Platform: Spike Dr- WebsiteSign up for our monthly (non-spammy) newsletter here!Housekeeping:- Website: www.retiredcollegeathletes.com- Instagram: @retiredc...
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Today we're chatting about re-learning Discipline and consistency as a former athlete.Today's Scout:- Name: Sydney Umeri (the host)- College: University of Virginia & University of Kansas- Sport: BasketballSign up for our monthly (non-spammy) newsletter here!Football to Fatherhood video.Housekeeping:- Website: www.retiredcollegeathletes.com- Instagram: @retiredcollegeathletes- Facebook: Retired College Athletes- YouTube: Retire...
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This week's guest is Jacqueline Schadeck. She played basketball at the Southern Polytechnic University (KSU). In this episode, we chat about how her mental health got in the way of her college career and what lead her to major in finance.- Name: Megan Carlson- Sport: Swimming- Schools: University of South Carolina- Instagram: @megancarlsonfitnessHer Platform: New Life With Meg- Important LinksSign up for our monthly (non-spammy) ne...
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Today we're chatting about how and why you should to put yourself first as a former college athlete.Today's Scout:- Name: Sydney Umeri (the host)- College: University of Virginia & University of Kansas- Sport: BasketballHousekeeping:- Website: www.retiredcollegeathletes.com- Instagram: @retiredcollegeathletes- Facebook: Retired College Athletes- YouTube: Retired College Athletes- Twitter: @RCAathletes- Email: retiredcollegeathl...
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This week's guest is Jacqueline Schadeck. She played basketball at the Southern Polytechnic University (KSU). In this episode, we chat about how her mental health got in the way of her college career and what lead her to major in finance.- Name: Jacqueline Schadeck- Sport: Basketball- Schools: Southern Polytechnic University (KSU)- Instagram: @jacquelineplansHousekeeping:- Website: www.retiredcollegeathletes.com- Instagram: @retire...
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December 30, 2021 9 mins
Wishing you a Happy New Year with friends and family. Today we're looking back on this year and also looking ahead to what you can expect in 2022 from RCA.Today's Scout:- Name: Sydney Umeri (the host)- College: University of Virginia & University of Kansas- Sport: BasketballHousekeeping:- Website: www.retiredcollegeathletes.com- Instagram: @retiredcollegeathletes- Facebook: Retired College Athletes- YouTube: Retired College Ath...
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This week's guest is Kyra Hungerford. She played basketball at the University of Missouri in St. Louis. In this episode, we chat about her time in college, from her struggles with body image to an eating disorder, and about the mind games the coaches play. 😡- Name: Kyra Hungerford- Sport: Basketball- Schools: University of Missouri St. Louis- Instagram: @kyrasgoodeatsHousekeeping:- Website: www.retiredcollegeathletes.com- Instagr...
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December 23, 2021 1 min
Wishing you a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!Today's Scout:- Name: Sydney Umeri (the host)- College: University of Virginia & University of Kansas- Sport: BasketballHousekeeping:- Website: www.retiredcollegeathletes.com- Instagram: @retiredcollegeathletes- Facebook: Retired College Athletes- YouTube: Retired College Athletes- Twitter: @RCAathletes- Email: retiredcollegeathletes@gmail.com- Patreon - If you love RCA and want ...
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Trigger WarningThis week's guest is Mikaela Brewer. She played basketball at Stanford and today we chat all about her mental health struggles during her time in college, how that affected her performance in basketball, and ultimately how though it may feel like you're incapable dealing with mental health issues, that is not true. You are more than capable.Please support Unite Our Light, a campaign focused on raising money and aware...
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December 16, 2021 6 mins
In this week's solo cast we're chatting about all the great things that are happening in women's sports.Today's Scout:- Name: Sydney Umeri (the host)- College: University of Virginia & University of Kansas- Sport: BasketballResources:- Just Women's Sports About NCAA Women's Basketball UpsetsHousekeeping:- Website: www.retiredcollegeathletes.com- Instagram: @retiredcollegeathletes- Facebook: Retired College Athletes- YouTube: Re...
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