UPBY3 is where game changers get energy and insight to Unlock Purpose from sport to life. Former Division 1 basketball player Brooke Thomas talks with coaches and athletes about how they use all they learned in sport to win in everyday life.
In the Season One finale, we celebrate a father-daughter bond that will fill your heart with gladness. Brooke's dad joins us to share a message from his own life story. These lessons shared will forever be true: You can bounce back from anything. You can overcome any challenge. You don't have to get stuck and you don't have to go back. This is your life, your legacy, and your purpose. Play to Win!
In this episode Mike Maachiavello, NCAA national champion and professional wrestler for Team USA, shares his experiences in finding joy in the present moment, finding support from his community, and understanding the daily commitment it takes to achieve your dreams! He inspires us to train for where we want to be and to pursue our dreams from a place of freedom. Follow Mike and his journey as a professional wrestler on instagram @Mike_Maach
Elontae Bateman, founder of GoGlobal Clothing encourages us to be multidimensional and get started on the ideas we've been talking about. As a business owner, former Division I Football player, and current grad student pursuing a career as an Athletic Director, Elontae has an inspiring message for all of us: "Step out of your comfort zone. Your ideas can 'Go Global'!" Follow Elontae's brand @Goglobalco on Instagram for GoGlobal merchandise and more inspiration.
Angel Gray, a four-year letter winner and women's basketball player at Florida State University, is now breaking boundaries as a sports broadcaster for the Cleveland Cavaliers. In this episode, Angel shares her journey of working in sports media, the power of believing in your dreams and owning your story.
In part 2 of our conversation, Iren shares insight on how to get in your flow and develop a mindset that allows you to exceed expectations. We love these simple practical tips that translate from sport to life. Follow us on Instagram @upby3podcast and Iren @IrenRainey for continued inspiration.
Iren Rainey, one of NBA's most sought after Player Development Specialists joins us on the podcast to share his powerful story about overcoming adversity, playing from a place of love, and facing yourself to become the best version of you! If you're an athlete or a high performing person you are going to want to hear this episode!
Jump back into the conversation with Ish Smith as he shares about his journey in the NBA. In this episode Ish gives insight on finding strength to push through hard times, having confidence in God's purpose, and speaking power over yourself and your people.
Ish Smith, point guard of the Washington Wizards and a college friend of Brooke's, joins us to talk about NBA Basketball in the Bubble, life during quarantine, and finding Peace in the storm.
Brooke shares a play-by-play of what breakthrough looks like on the basketball court. Whether you are playing a sport or applying the breakthrough mentality to life, the good news is you don't have to wait to tap in. Breakthrough is here, right now!
Brooke shares a valuable lesson from her childhood, introduces herself, and sets the intention for Season 1 of the UPBY3 Podcast.