UNRIVALED Podcast

UNRIVALED's Beyond The Scoreboard introduces sports fans across the country to innovative programs that professional sports teams providing for their fans and local communities.On this episode of Beyond the Scoreboard, we visit with Brad Schoonmaker and Lidia Zayas from the Red Sox Foundation. Brad and Lidia detail the 18-year old Red Sox Sox Scholars program, a college success initiative that's helping dedicated public school 8th graders earn college diplomas and launch their work careers. Credits: Boston Red Sox, Red Sox Foundation, MLB

UNRIVALED's Beyond The Scoreboard introduces sports fans around the country to innovative programs and events that professional sports teams providing for their fans and local communities.On this episode of Beyond the Scoreboard, we visit with Rebecca King, VP of Community Relations for the NHL's Nashville Predators. Rebecca shares some background on the Nashville Predators Foundation and give us the inside story on their new SuperGrants program that helps adults transition to new life skills and better opportunities.Credits: Nashville Predators, Nashville Predators Foundation, NHL

UNRIVALED's Beyond The Scoreboard introduces sports fans around the country to innovative programs and events that professional sports teams providing for their fans and local communities.On this episode of Beyond the Scoreboard we visit with Jesse Lovejoy, Director of the NFL's San Francisco 49ers EDU program. Jesse shares an inside look at how the entire 49ers organization has embraced STEAM education for K-8 students. By scaling digital lesson books and leveraging in-person field trips to Levi Stadium, the 49ers EDU program is using sports to help inspire kids interest in STEAM subjects. Credits: San Francisco 49ers, 49ers EDU, 49ers Foundation, NFL

UNRIVALED's Beyond The Scoreboard introduces sports fans around the country to innovative programs and events that professional sports teams providing for their fans and local communities.On this episode of Beyond the Scoreboard we visit with Chris Heck, President of the NBA's Philadelphia 76ers. Chris gives us an inside look at the 76ers Spirit of Small Business program and how the team is using its resources to help mom & pop businesses located around Philadelphia.Credits: Philadelphia 76ers, NBA, HBSE

This Inside The Jersey episode features New Jersey Devils' defenseman Connor Carrick. At only 26, he's already in his 8th NHL season. Off the ice, his intellectual curiosity has led him to a few intriguing passions, including advocating for mental health awareness, pursuing the art of creating the perfect cup of coffee and hosting The Curious Competitor, a podcast about human improvement and well-being.

UNRIVALED's Beyond The Scoreboard introduces sports fans around the country to innovative programs and events that professional sports teams are executing for their fans and local communities.Athletic Greens sponsors this episode of Beyond the Scoreboard featuring Melinda Rogers-Hixon of the Jays Care Foundation, the charitable arm of the Toronto Blue Jays. Melinda gives us an inside look at the team's Community Commitment program and explains why winning MLB's 2020 Allan H. Selig Award for Philanthropic Excellence means so much to the entire Blue Jays organization.Credits: Toronto Blue Jays, Jays Cares Foundation, MLB

This Inside The Jersey proudly introduces sports fans to Jane Campbell, goalkeeper for the USWNT and a team captain for the NWSL's Houston Dash. A Stanford University grad, Jane's competitive edge comes from her military family (mom & dad were both Navy fighter pilots). And although she's only 25-years-old, Jane's a successful entrepreneur with her Ace of Spades apparel business and she's an advocate for wounded US Military Veterans. Watch Jane talk about her inspiring story on our Inside The Jersey video podcast

UNRIVALED's Beyond The Scoreboard introduces sports fans around the country to innovative programs and events that professional sports teams are executing for their fans and larger communities. In this episode of Beyond the Scoreboard, Jeff Addiego of the NBA's Golden State Warriors gives us an inside look at the new Warriors Basketball Academy located based in Oakland, CA. The Warriors Basketball Academy centralizes the team's successful and inclusive youth basketball efforts across the Bay Area, including expanding their best-in-class Warriors Basketball Camps year-round. With support from our partners at Athletic Greens. Build your immunity with just one scoop!Credits: Golden State Warriors, NBA, Warriors Basketball Academy

UNRIVALED's Inside The Jersey introduces sports fans to pro athletes that make an impact both on and off the field. In this episode our guest is Alec Mills, Major League Baseball starting pitcher for the Chicago Cubs.Alec made history when he threw a no-hitter for the Cubs last season, a remarkable achievement for any pitcher. But Alec has beat the odds his entire baseball career, making his no-hitter extra special. Hear Alec tells his remarkable, behind-the-scenes story on our most recent Inside The Jersey podcast, including: • Walking-on his college team & persevering through 8 years in the minors (@ 17:05)• The credit he gives catcher Victor Caratini for his no-hitter (@ 2:35)• Why giving back is important to him, especially as a new dad (@ 14:30)• Growing up a Cubs fan & memories of Wrigley Field as a kid (@ 21:55)Credits: Alec Mills & Family, Chicago Cubs, MLB, MLBPA, Ballengee Group

UNRIVALED's Beyond The Scoreboard introduces sports fans around the country to innovative programs and events that professional sports teams are executing for their fans and larger communities.In this episode of Beyond the Scoreboard, Chris Economeas of the NBA's Detroit Pistons provides a behind-the-scenes look at the Pistons' recently announced partnership with the HAS HEART non-profit organization. Together, they're launching the HAS HEART HERO [series] benefiting U.S. Veterans. Credits: Detroit Pistons, NBA, HAS HEART, U.S. Veterans, Habitat for Humanity

UNRIVALED's Inside The Jersey introduces sports fans to the pro athletes they haven't heard enough about.In this episode our guest is James Smith-Williams, NFL rookie for the Washington Football Team. Before being selected in the 7th round of the NFL Draft, James was an Academic All-ACC football player at NC State. He worked two internships at IBM in the robotics department, which led to a standing job offer with the company after his playing career is finished. Smith-Williams is also the NFL's 1st ambassador for SetTheExpectation, an organization that combats sexual and physical violence.Credits: James Smith Williams, Washington Football Team, NFL, NC State University, ACC, Priority Sports, NCAA

UNRIVALED's Beyond The Scoreboard introduces sports fans around the country to innovative programs and events that professional sports teams are executing for their fans and larger communities.In this episode of Beyond the Scoreboard, Marcel Reece, former NFL All Pro and current Senior Advisor to the Las Vegas Raiders, provides some insights into the Raiders' recently announced Al Davis-Eddie Robinson Leadership Academy. The Academy is being created to prepare minority candidates for leaderships in the NFL and across sports in general.Credits: Las Vegas Raiders, NFL, UNLV, Grambling State University, AP, NFLPA, Eddie Robinson Museum, NFL Network

UNRIVALED's Inside The Jersey introduces sports fans to the pro athletes they haven't heard enough about.In this episode our guest is Brad Keller, MLB starting pitcher for the Kansas City Royals. Brad isn't only a 25-year old ace pitcher, he makes a positive impact off the field as well. From choosing baseball over football while growing up in the heart of SEC country to overcoming a COVID-19 infection to committing to combat human trafficking, we get a behind the scenes look at this humble yet rising MLB superstar. Credits: Brad Keller & Family, KC Royals, MLB, Royals Charities, Strike Out Slavery

UNRIVALED's Beyond The Scoreboard introduces sports fans around the country to innovative programs and events that professional sports teams are executing for their fans and larger communities.In this episode of Beyond the Scoreboard, Kenny Fullman, Co-Founder & Program Manager of the Chicago White Sox ACE Program (Amateur City Elite), explains the White Sox's commitment to youth baseball. Specifically focused on athletics, academics and mentoring, the ACE travel teams stress life skills in addition to baseball fundamentals.Credits: Chicago White Sox | Chicago White Sox Charities | MLB

UNRIVALED's Inside The Jersey introduces sports fans to the pro athletes they haven't heard enough about.In this episode our guest is Kamu Grugier-Hill, NFL linebacker for the Miami Dolphins. He's a kid from Hawaii who didn't start playing football until he was a senior in high school and is now a Super Bowl champion.From his college experience at Eastern Illinois playing with Jimmy Garoppolo to his passion for ocean preservation, Kamu details his entertaining journey.Credits: Kamu Grugier-Hill, Miami Dolphins, New England Patriots, Philadelphia Eagles, NFL, Eastern Illinois University, GoHawaii.com, Aloha Modern

UNRIVALED's Beyond The Scoreboard introduces sports fans around the country to innovative programs and events that professional sports teams are executing for their fans and larger communities.In this episode of Beyond the Scoreboard, Chris Millman of AMB Sports & Entertainment (ATL Falcons & ATL United) shares details behind the teams' partnership with AT&T to purchase and activate high-tech robots to engage in community events.Credits: AMB S&E | ATL Falcons | ATL United | NFL | MLS | AT&T

UNRIVALED's Beyond The Scoreboard introduces sports fans around the country to innovative programs and events that professional sports teams are executing for their fans and larger communities.In this episode of Beyond the Scoreboard, Delvina Morrow of the NHL's Pittsburgh Penguins shares details behind the team's partnership efforts with First National Bank and the City of Pittsburgh to help bridge the digital divide for students and families.Credits: Pittsburgh Penguins | Pittsburgh Penguins Foundation | NHL

Inside The Jersey introduces sports fans to the pro athletes they haven't heard enough about. On this podcast you'll hear from underappreciated athletes share their journey to becoming pros and their passions outside of their sport.This episode's guest is C.J. Ham, an NFL All-Pro fullback for the Minnesota Vikings. C.J.'s a devout family guy who's overcome a speech impediment, made the NFL as an undrafted free agent from Division 2 Augustana University, and happily switched positions after the Vikings asked. C.J. has a story all sports fans should hear.Photo Credits: C.J. Ham, Minnesota Vikings, NFL, IFA, Augustana University.

UNRIVALED's Beyond The Scoreboard introduces sports fans around the country to innovative programs and events that professional sports teams are executing for their fans and larger communities.In this episode of Beyond the Scoreboard, Tiffani Morrow at the NBA's Memphis Grizzlies, shares insights about the Grizzlies' total commitment to youth mentorship and its impact on the greater Memphis community. Credits: Memphis Grizzlies | NBA | Memphis Grizzlies Foundation

UNRIVALED's Beyond The Scoreboard introduces sports fans around the country to innovative programs and events that professional sports teams are executing for their fans and larger communities.In this episode of Beyond the Scoreboard, John Colombo, Senior Director at the Florida Panthers, shares insights from the Panthers' successful local community campaign called Territory Teammates. With the program, the Florida Panthers recognized many South Florida heroes who've gone above and beyond to serve, help and inspire others during the COVID-19 pandemic.Credits: Florida Panthers | NHL | NHLPA

UNRIVALED's Beyond The Scoreboard introduces sports fans around the country to innovative programs and events that professional sports teams are executing for their fans and larger communities.In this Beyond the Scoreboard, Detroit Lions multi-media journalist, Tori Petry shares how the team is creating new and innovative digital content this offseason while working to keep the entire Lions organization healthy and safe. Tune in to get an inside look at what the Lions are doing to adapt to a different offseason and training camp.Credits: Detroit Lions | NFL | NFLPA | Tori Petry

UNRIVALED's Beyond The Scoreboard introduces sports fans around the country to innovative programs and events that professional sports teams are executing for their fans and larger communities.In this episode of Beyond The Scoreboard, Jon Chase, VP of Community Outreach for the Carolina Hurricanes & Executive Director of the Carolina Hurricanes Foundation, discusses the team's Beard Together initiative.Credits: Carolina Hurricanes | Carolina Hurricanes Foundation | NHL | Jon Chase

UNRIVALED introduces sports fans to the pro athletes they haven't heard enough about. On this podcast you'll hear from rising and underdog athletes share their journey to becoming pros and their passions outside of their sport.This episode's guest is Taylor Hearn a left-handed pitcher for the Texas Rangers with a rodeo background and a bounce-back season on the horizon. We'll learn how he's overcome an unlucky 2019 season and why giving back is so important to him.Photo Credits: Taylor Hearn, Excel Sports Management, Robin Hearn, Dallas News, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Facebook, Oklahoma Baptist University, Jen Mueller, Shutterstock.com.

UNRIVALED's Beyond The Scoreboard introduces sports fans around the country to innovative programs and events that professional sports teams are executing for their fans and larger communities.In this episode of Beyond The Scoreboard, Dustin Morse, the Sr. Director of Communications for the Minnesota Twins, discusses the team's 60th Season celebration and gives us a behind-the-scenes look at how the entire Twins organization is working more closely than ever during the COVID-19 pandemic to keep the team safe and ready to play baseball games every day.Credits: Minnesota Twins | MLB | Brace Hemmelgarn

UNRIVALED introduces sports fans to the pro athletes they haven't heard enough about. On this podcast you'll hear rising and underdog athletes share their journey to becoming pros and their passions outside of their sport.Our guest this episode is Lauren Cox, the #3 overall pick in the 2020 WNBA Draft by the Indiana Fever. She's a role model – not just for her skills on the court, but also for the awareness she's brought to those dealing with Type 1 diabetes. The disease is part of the story she'll share today. Credits: Lauren Cox, Octagon, WNBA, Baylor University, Indiana Fever

UNRIVALED introduces sports fans around the country to innovative programs and events that professional sports teams are executing for their fans and larger communities.In this episode, we hear from Leslie Nixon of the NFL's Miami Dolphins about their complex and generous Food Relief Program. They're working with partners to provide 1,000 meals each weekday + Sunday, for the next 12 months, to those in South Florida suffering a food crisis.Photo Credits: Miami Dolphins, Miami Dolphins Foundation, NFL

UNRIVALED introduces sports fans to the pro athletes they haven't heard enough about. On this podcast you'll hear from rising and underdog athletes share their journey to becoming pros and their passions outside of their sport.In this episode our guest is Lance McCullers Jr - starting pitcher for the Houston Astros. A World Series champion, a 2017 All Star and a former Gatorade National Player of the Year in high school. His athletic talent and ability is obvious, but have you heard the whole story? And do you know about the passion that fuels his foundation? That's just one of the topics we discuss.Photo Credits: Houston Astros, Lance McCullers, Kara McCullers, Jen Mueller, Topps Cards, Jesuit High School, Chip J Litherland (USA TODAY Sports), Marc Estrada (MaxPreps.com), Jacob Power (Houston Culture Map), Mack Mets Blog, Bob Levey (Getty Images), Corpus Christi Hooks, Lance McCullers Jr. Foundation, Athletes and Causes, Houston Chronicle, SF Chronicle, Houston Pets Alive

UNRIVALED introduces sports fans around the country to innovative programs and events that professional sports teams are executing for their fans and larger communities.In this episode, we hear from Kevin Brown of the NHL's Detroit Red Wings about their ambitious Learn, Play, Score community platform and specifically about their innovative Street Hockey in The D at Home program. Photo Credits: Detroit Red Wings, Detroit Red Wings Foundation, NHL, MarloweStoudamire.com

UNRIVALED introduces sports fans to the pro athletes they haven't heard enough about. On this podcast you'll hear rising and underdog athletes share their journey to becoming pros and their passions outside of their sport.Welcome to our guest Jonotthan Harrison, an offensive lineman for the New York Jets. We hear from Jonotthan the mindset needed to be a professional football player and the surprising reason he's so passionate about eliminating bullying in schools. Photo Credits: Jonotthan Harrison, IFA Sports Management, NFL, New York Jets, Indianapolis Colts, University of Florida, Jen Mueller, STOMP Out Bullying, Facebook, Instagram.

In this episode of UNRIVALED's Beyond The Scoreboard, we visit with the Orlando Magic to hear more about their partnership with Anheuser-Busch and Drizly for an innovative virtual happy hour featuring Magic legend Rashard Lewis.This multi-partner event will give Magic fans the opportunity to receive discounted Anheuser-Busch products delivered to their home in time for the virtual experience with Rashard.

UNRIVALED introduces sports fans around the country to innovative programs and events that professional sports teams are executing for their fans and larger communities.In this episode, we learn the details behind the partnership between MLB's Washington Nationals and Devils Backbone Brewing Co. that produced the new Curly W IPA to help fans celebrate the Nats' World Series championship all year long.

UNRIVALED introduces sports fans around the country to innovative programs and events that professional sports teams are executing for their fans and larger communities.In this episode, we learn the details behind MLB's Atlanta Braves new program, the Braves Home Plate Project. The Braves created the new initiative to respond to food insecurity needs in the Metro Atlanta Area and across Braves Country. Led by Chef Pete Smithing, the kitchens at Truist Park will prep food purchased for the April games and create meals for the community.