D1 Bound: SD

Lonnie Jones, girls high school basketball coach, speaks on what he went through that gave him the drive to coach—touching on how factors such as weight and the unexpected opportunity to coach recreational basketball. Speaking on the beauty of coaching and how many people he has had the chance to help.

Paris Johnson, SDSU Alumni, and former collegiate coach, talks about her journey of playing basketball, touching on a car accident that shaped her as a woman and a player. She touches on recovery and being an athlete, shining a light on what moments have shaped herself and her career.

Ismaila Kane, a basketball player for the San Diego Guardians, speaks on his experience getting from Senegal, Africa, to San Diego. He dives into his journey of finding basketball and the sports he played along the way and shares why he feels education is so pivotal.

Tyree Robinson, University of Oregon Alumni, NFL free agent, speaks of his journey of going professional and what people and places kept him motivated. Listen to Tyree Robinson dive into the struggles he has faced and how he persevered to get to where he is today.

Great episode with Benjo O'Brien, star wide receiver for football powerhouse Lincoln High. Listen to this gifted scholar athlete talk about his journey from practicing tip toe catches at age 5 to stardom in high school. Will he tell us which college program he is going to pick? No, but you'll hear about his great options for the next level.

Listen to this episode to hear the awesome and inspiring story of Jesse Matthews. Drive, confidence, and an excellent set of hands allowed this gifted wide receiver to go from walk-on to a starter as a freshman! And if starting wasn't enough of an accomplishment, this humble young man became a star and the MVP of their recent Bowl Game victory! The sky is the limit for this young man!

The Mathews family Tom & Jessica talk about their son Jessie's journey through youth football into High school and becoming a preferred walk on at San Diego State University.

From a small town in Ohio to D1 football at Indiana, Coach Joe Kremer takes us on his journey that led him to leading St. Augustine's acclaimed football program. We also get to step into the living room during the recruiting process as Coach Kremer takes us back to the pre-HUDL days of creating highlight tapes! He also discusses character and academics for D1 bound athletes - pay attention!