More Than A Name...

Drew and Luke talk about why they have ended the first season of More Than A Name… They reflect upon what they have learned, what they got out of it and what they hope to have moving forward.

Former professional basketball player and EarnYaRep LLC Founder Anthony Gurley comes on to talk about his brand and the upcoming Back to School Drive for the city of Boston. Gurley offers his advice for potential college athletes finding their fit, his collegiate basketball success and why giving back is so important to him.

Former Ohio State Assistant Coach Zach Smith joins the podcast to talk about building his new brand Menace2Sports. He also elaborates on his new beginnings after a dark year of allegations, the grind of building a career in coaching and how he built relationships with players that will last further than on the field.

Former Division I soccer player at American University, Dylan Wolfe had six ACL surgeries in just over two years. Wolfe talks about the mental side of injuries, her struggles after retiring from soccer and deciding to come public with her story. Now, Wolfe works for The Grassroot Project, a non-profit that seeks to advance health equity for youth through sports with the help of NCAA Student-Athlete Volunteers.

Former Barstool Sports blogger and host of George's Box Pod Jack Jokinen joins us to talk about how a dog entering his home at 3am has led to over $50,000 raised and 200 animals adopted. Jokinen dives into the John Gilder Memorial Scholarship Fund he has set up, working at Barstool and being a new father.

NBC Sports Boston Reporter Trenni Kusnierek's joins the pod to talk about her work for the last sixth month and how she has been able to grow her Emmy Award Winning career. Kusnierek opens up about her personal life, her mental health journey and her advice to individuals who have friends who may be struggling

Program Manager at The Humankind Group and former Captain of Michigan Lacrosse, Peter Hollen takes us through his impactful experiences at just 24-years-old. Hollen has been a leader since he walked in at the University of Southern California and as a captain at Michigan. Hollen talks about the adversity he faced, the non-profit sector and culture at Michigan.

Sam Houston State Athletic Marketing Manager Trevor Isaminger realized his body and mind were changing and he was not himself anymore during the cross-over sports season. Isaminger takes us through his mental health journey and his advice to those struggling with anxiety and/or depression. If you are struggling, it does get better and people are here to help you.

Head Men's Basketball Coach at Southwest Mississippi Community College, Bryan Bender, gives an inspiring podcast. Bender preaches on learning from Tubby Smith and Bob McKillop, building a "Phd" culture, leading his players in job/athletic opportunities, networking strategies and his why in life.

Concussions have given the promising St. Louis Blues' prospect Erik Foley trouble since his teenage years. It is an injury only he can feel and no one can see. We skate into his mental health battles during his injuries, being drafted in the NHL, life off the ice and his Stanley Cup prediction.

Blake Dietrick went undrafted and overseas for years before flourishing in her role with the Atlanta Dream this season. Dietrick dives into life in the Wubble, the social justice movement going on within and her 30-0 Princeton team.

The 14th overall pick in the 2014 is in the midst of recovering from Tommy John Surgery. Beede chose Vanderbilt over going to the MLB out of high school after being the 21st overall selection in the 2011 MLB Draft. After getting drafted by the Giants in 2014, the right-handed did not make it to the big leagues until 2018. Beede joins us to talk about staying the course through the highs and lows, his advice to parents and athletes and why giving back is essential to him.

Former Division I basketball coach and current head coach at Cesar Chavez HS, Joe Esposito dives into building relationships with recruits and co-workers. Esposito takes us into his 33 years of coaching, including 11 years with Tubby Smith, the mindset and lifestyle. Known as one of the best recruiters in college basketball, Esposito talks about being able to pay your dues and leaving your current place better.

Professional Speaker, Leadership Trainer and Executive Business Coach Jamy Bechler takes us through his message for teams and businesses through COVID-19. Bechler elaborates on his coaching days, the impact he wanted to leave on his players, work/life alignment and raising his son through the current events.

USA Rugby Sevens Player and 2015 Division III Soccer National Champion, Kristi Kirshe's life was always surrounded by sports. After graduating from Williams College and adding a National Championship to her resume, she was uncertain about her identity without sports. After working less than a year in the corporate world, she began to play rugby. In just 11 short months, she earned a contract with the USA National Rugby Team and is now out in San Diego training with the team in preparation for making the 20201 Olympics.

Morgan McSweeney, right-handed pitcher for the Baltimore Orioles organization was cut from his high school baseball team as a junior. He did not let that stop him. He ended up earning a scholarship from Wake Forest University and getting drafted by the Baltimore Orioles in the 2019 MLB Draft. McSweeney faced many setbacks that did not stop him, instead it kept him going.

Kyle Seyboth, the 2019 Wall Street Journal #1 Realtor Nationwide joins us for our tenth episode. Seyboth worked a 9-5 job for ten years before transitioning to real estate. Now, Seyboth is going for the ‘real estate triple crown' and reaching new heights each year. Seyboth digs into lessons from being a student-athlete, transitioning from a 9-5, work/life balance and advice to young working professionals.

Tyler LeClerc dropped out of college after one year to begin to execute his vision of becoming a basketball trainer. He stayed true to his vision and dream through the doubters and nay-sayers. Now, LeClerc is over two years in and the business continues to grow. LeClerc talks about the psychological side of thinking, the impact he wants to make on others and what NBA Trainer Drew Hanlen taught him.

Hayley Moore was named the team President of the NWHL's Boston Pride on October 3, 2019, making her one of three women named president of a major professional hockey team. Moore takes us through her journey of the past few months with COVID-19, how to be an effective leader of an organization and advice to women in sports.

At 13 years old, Jenny Fischer lost her mother. At 23 years old, Fischer accepted a job doing Digital and Social Content for the WNBA at the NBA Office. Fischer has worked for Marquette athletics, the BIG EAST Conference and the NCAA between those periods. Fischer elaborates on her journey at a young age, how to strive as a woman in sport and how to build a personal brand on social media.

At 18 years old, Gorman knew he needed to make a difference in the Merrimack Valley. Gorman created The Movement Family in 2011 as a workout group looking to motivate each other. It has grown to triple-digit membership in 2020 with individuals from all different backgrounds and ages. Gorman has created a second family through TMF that has battled homelessness, drug addiction and difficulties with the city it began in.

Daniel Ritchie was prescribed percocet to relieve pain for a shoulder injury at the peak of his MMA career. Ritchie's injury went away but his drug addiction did not. Ritchie takes us through the darkest times in his life, the moment he found his glimmer of hope and how he now is fulfilling his life purpose. Ritchie has now saved 550 individuals battling drug addiction, 551 including saving himself.

A beam in his brother's car saved his life after hitting black ice and flipping the car three-times on their way to Detroit. Lemmons realized his purpose in life through this event. After playing Division I basketball at Niagara University and professional basketball overseas, Lemmons struggled when he had to hang up the sneakers. Now Lemmons puts his pen to paper and is a two-time published author including the #1 Amazon Best-Selling Book Impact Beyond The Game.

Moved to a new country. Told if he was not a doctor, dentist or lawyer that he is a failure. Left dental school. Created his own path. Leighton Butler started a real estate social marketing company, Orchardly and has turned it into a business that makes over six-figures per year in revenue. Butler walks us through his journey and lessons he learned along the way.

Career-ending baseball injury. College dropout. Doesn't matter. All AJ Wnukowski needed was an idea, a vision and a home garage in 2016. In just four short years, Wnukowski has built Lumberlend, Home of the Original Bat Mug into a multi-million dollar business. It was not always easy with the business, as Wnukowski faced his share challenges, but has always found a way to succeed through hard work and dedication. Tune-in to hear how AJ Wnukowski has built Lumberlend and where his vision is.

On the first episode, Drew and Luke will be explaining their vision and the direction of the podcast. They speak on how purpose has brought them together back in fifth grade and how they hope to give motivation, inspiration and purpose through their own and others' stories.