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There is a story that is coming out of University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) about a father who ended up having an affair with his son's girlfriend... have you ever had a run-in like this with your parent?
Griffin Warner and Big East Ben talk college basketball betting for Wednesday. The guys preview the 5 biggest games and give out best bets. The podcast boasts a 65% win rate on best bets (17-9 record), with both hosts discussing five key matchups, statistics, and betting strategies. Game Analysis & Best Bets 1. Alabama at Mississippi State (3:30 - 7:05) Mississippi State is a one-point favorite. Total set at 166. Key analysis: Alabama is coming off strong wins against Kentucky, Vanderbilt, and LSU. Mississippi State plays a more controlled tempo (77th in offensive possession length, 176th in tempo). Big East Ben's play: Under 166 total points. Mississippi State will slow the pace and force Alabama into contested threes. Griffin Warner's play: Mississippi State -1 due to their depth and physicality. 2. Wisconsin at Maryland (7:07 - 12:07) Maryland is favored by 4 points. Total at 154. Key analysis: Wisconsin excels at getting to the foul line (85% free-throw shooting, best in the country). Maryland ranks 32nd nationally in avoiding fouls, making it difficult for Wisconsin to exploit this strength. Both analysts agree: Maryland -4. Griffin Warner also leans under 154, citing Maryland's defensive pressure. 3. Xavier at Creighton (12:09 - 16:11) Creighton is favored by 6 points. Total at 142. Key analysis: Xavier is relying on 3-pointers (38% shooting), but Creighton is elite at limiting foul shots and running teams off the 3-point line. Creighton has won five straight, but the schedule hasn't been difficult. Big East Ben's play: Creighton -6 because of their defensive ability. Griffin Warner agrees: Creighton -6, noting Xavier might struggle in Omaha. 4. St. Mary's at Santa Clara (16:13 - 21:55) St. Mary's is a 4-point favorite. Total at 139.5. Key analysis: Santa Clara has strong wins over Gonzaga and Washington State. St. Mary's is 8-0 in conference play but hasn't faced tough competition yet. Both analysts favor Santa Clara: Big East Ben: Santa Clara +4, citing their defensive size to disrupt St. Mary's. Griffin Warner agrees, arguing St. Mary's hasn't been tested. 5. Texas at Mississippi (Ole Miss) (21:57 - 31:04) Ole Miss is favored by 6.5 points. Total at 140.5. Key analysis: Texas is coming off a dramatic comeback win over Texas A&M but looked shaky throughout. Ole Miss has lost three straight and is in desperation mode. Big East Ben's play: Under 140.5 due to strong Ole Miss defense. Griffin Warner's play: Ole Miss -6.5, noting Chris Beard's revenge angle after being fired by Texas. Best Bets Recap Big East Ben's Best Bet (31:07 - 32:07): West Virginia +7.5 vs. Houston WVU thrives at home against top-ranked teams. Griffin Warner's Best Bet (32:07 - 33:18): Furman +1 vs. Samford Furman's new arena, shooting ability, and home-court advantage give them the edge. Final Thoughts The hosts emphasize sticking to betting principles and avoiding recency bias. A promo code "KEY30" is offered for discounts on betting packages. Next podcast episode: A deep dive into Saturday's college basketball slate. Key Takeaways
In episode 181, Coffey talks with Dr. Jamil Northcutt about the business of sports and the competitive advantages former athletes bring to business teams.They discuss the similarities and differences between sports organizations and traditional businesses; the importance of balancing analytics with human judgment in talent decisions; the challenges of managing high-performing individuals who may not work well with teams; the value of consistent feedback and communication in performance management; the successful transition of college athletes into corporate roles; the unique challenges faced by African American athletes in career transitions; the application of transition theory in managing organizational change; the critical role of understanding employees' personal circumstances in leadership.Good Morning, HR is brought to you by Imperative—Bulletproof Background Checks. For more information about our commitment to quality and excellent customer service, visit us at https://imperativeinfo.com. If you are an HRCI or SHRM-certified professional, this episode of Good Morning, HR has been pre-approved for half a recertification credit. To obtain the recertification information for this episode, visit https://goodmorninghr.com. About our Guest:Dr. Jamil Northcutt is a sports executive who brings over 20 plus years of experience to the industry. In 2024 he founded Strategic Transitions Advisors, LLC (STA) to help people and organizations navigate change strategically. He currently serves on the Governing Board of Pro Sports Assembly, the Business of Sports School Advisory Board, the Sports Business Journal's All-In Advisory Board, and the Advisory Board for Alterity Capital.Prior to founding STA, Northcutt served as Major League Soccer's Senior Vice President of Player and League Advancement where he was responsible for the implementation of league programs, initiatives, and worked to identify new business opportunities and strategic partnerships that enhanced the league's player and competition relationships. Before joining MLS, Northcutt held numerous roles in professional and collegiate athletics, including roles at the NCAA, National Football League, Cleveland Browns, University of Mississippi (Ole Miss), Kansas City Chiefs, and Southeastern Conference. Dr. Northcutt played football at Ole Miss, where he earned the Chucky Mullins Courage Award, helped the Rebels to four bowl games and was selected to the 2003 AFCA and SEC Good Works teams.Northcutt received his Ph.D. from Ole Miss. He also completed an executive education certification program at the Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania.Dr. Jamil Northcutt can be reached at https://www.strategictransitionsadvisors.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamil-northcutt-ph-d-28781b4 https://x.com/cutt54 https://www.instagram.com/strategic_transitions_advisors About Mike Coffey:Mike Coffey is an entrepreneur, licensed private investigator, business strategist, HR consultant, and registered yoga teacher.In 1999, he founded Imperative, a background investigations and due diligence firm helping risk-averse clients make well-informed decisions about the people they involve in their business.Imperative delivers in-depth employment background investigations, know-your-customer and anti-money laundering compliance, and due diligence investigations to more than 300 risk-averse corporate clients across the US, and, through its PFC Caregiver & Household Screening brand, many more private estates, family offices, and personal service agencies.Imperative has been named the Texas Association of Business' small business of the year and is accredited by the Professional Background Screening Association. Mike shares his insight from 25 years of HR-entrepreneurship on the Good Morning, HR podcast, where each week he talks to business leaders about bringing people together to create value for customers, shareholders, and community.Mike has been recognized as an Entrepreneur of Excellence by FW, Inc. and has twice been recognized as the North Texas HR Professional of the Year. Mike is a member of the Fort Worth chapter of the Entrepreneurs' Organization and is a volunteer leader with the SHRM Texas State Council and the Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce.Mike is a certified Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) through the HR Certification Institute and a SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP). He is also a Yoga Alliance registered yoga teacher (RYT-200).Mike and his very patient wife of 27 years are empty nesters in Fort Worth.Learning Objectives: Implement a balanced approach to talent management that combines both analytical data and human factors when making personnel decisionsDevelop effective feedback mechanisms that provide regular, constructive communication about performance while demonstrating genuine care for employees' successApply transition theory principles (relationships, assumptions, roles, and routines) to better manage organizational changes and support employees through various life and career transitions
In this week's episode of "GRIT: The Real Estate Growth Mindset," host Brian Charlesworth sits down with Quintavius Burdette, a top-performing real estate agent who's breaking records and defying the odds. From humble beginnings in Mississippi, Q, as he is known, has made a name for himself in the real estate industry by selling over 900 homes in his first five years. Q shares his incredible journey, from growing up in a family of 17 to choosing a path in real estate after realizing that corporate life wasn't for him. He discusses the importance of hard work, setting public goals, and how his relentless drive led him to earn over $500,000 in his first year as a real estate agent. The conversation also dives into Q's innovative strategies, including targeting property owners with multiple homes and focusing on the often-overlooked lower-end market. These approaches allowed him to complete more transactions in less time, setting him apart from his peers. Quintavius doesn't stop there. He reveals how he manages his time, working just 2-3 hours a day, yet still pulling in significant income while maintaining a balanced life. His philosophy on time management dubbed the “Perfect 168,” is all about optimizing the 168 hours everyone has each week to achieve both personal and professional success. Top Takeaways: (3:05) How did growing up as one of 17 kids shape Q's grit? (9:01) The $500K Dream in a small market (10:30) What happens when $100K is all you aim for? (13:36) How does public accountability change the game? (18:41) What's the secret to selling 300 homes a year? (21:47) How breaking down 168 hours changed everything (29:03) What does it take to sell 300 properties in just three years? (32:10) The sacrifices behind building a real estate empire (35:44) What's the real impact of waking up at 5 am? Brian wraps up the episode with reflections on the invaluable lessons Q has shared, particularly the importance of consistency, grit, and a strong work ethic in achieving extraordinary results. Tune in to hear more about Q's inspiring story and learn how you can apply these insights to your own real estate journey. About Quintavius Burdette Quintavius "Q" Burdette is a licensed Realtor at REMAX Experts with a background in accounting and athletics. Raised in Mississippi, Q excelled in both football and track at the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss), where he earned a master's degree in accounting. After a brief stint with a Big Four accounting firm, Q transitioned to real estate in 2019, quickly making a name for himself by closing over 725 transactions in his first four years. Known for his dedication and work ethic, Q is committed to delivering results for his clients. Connect with Quintavius Burdette Today! LinkedIn REMAX Experts - Quintavius Burdette
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Episode 5: WINS: Women IN Sports In episode five of WINS, Angela (Ane) Redmond Debro, Associate General Counsel of Athletics at the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss), joins Georgina King and Lillian Childress, associates in Linklaters' Litigation, Arbitration and Investigations practice, for a conversation about sports law in U.S. higher education, including Name, Image and Likeness (NIL)'s impact on women's sports so far and recent growth in women's sports on and off the field. To listen to all episodes in this series, visit our WINS: Women IN Sport podcast series.
Episode 5: WINS: Women IN Sports In episode five of WINS, Angela (Ane) Redmond Debro, Associate General Counsel of Athletics at the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss), joins Georgina King and Lillian Childress, associates in Linklaters' Litigation, Arbitration and Investigations practice, for a conversation about sports law in U.S. higher education, including Name, Image and Likeness (NIL)'s impact on women's sports so far and recent growth in women's sports on and off the field. To listen to all episodes in this series, visit our WINS: Women IN Sport podcast series.
Stacey Emmonds is a dynamic figure in the intersection of sports, academia, and women's football advocacy. An alumnus of Loughborough University in the UK, she pursued a full scholarship at the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) in the US, bringing her football passion to an international platform. Stacey's professional journey includes an instrumental role with Leeds United's men's professional team, where she served as the head of sports science for the academy. Currently positioned at Leeds Beckett University, Stacey leads various sports science initiatives, fostering connections with professional football clubs and empowering the next generation of sporting talent.Episode Summary:In this inspiring episode of the "She Who Dares Wins" podcast, we're accompanied by the incredibly driven Stacey Emmonds as she unfolds her journey from being a strong-willed football enthusiast to making significant strides in sports science and coaching. This conversation is a riveting narrative that presents an intimate look into how women navigate and impact the evolving landscape of football.Stacey captures the essence of daring to challenge norms and overcoming doubts by sharing her experience of transitioning from playing in boys' teams to seizing opportunities abroad in American universities. With a career that has broken barriers in male-dominated football environments, she illustrates the importance of networking, mentorship, and taking calculated risks. Through her experiences with Leeds United and Leeds Beckett University, Stacey sets a powerful example for aspiring women in the sports industry.The episode delves into Stacey's perspectives on the contemporary status of women's football, emphasizing the progress it has made and the challenges it continues to face. From discussing the advancement of professional contracts to addressing the need for better resource allocation and injury prevention strategies, Stacey offers a frank and insightful discourse on what it means to advocate for women in the game.Key Takeaways:The significance of taking risks and addressing the "what if it goes wrong" mindset, focusing instead on the potential positive outcomes and living without regrets.Stacey's scholarship-driven journey from youth sports in the UK to collegiate football in the US, framing a narrative of perseverance and ambition.The transition and difficulties faced by a female professional working within a traditionally male-dominated field like sports science in men's football.The evolution of women's football, recognizing both the considerable progress made and the ongoing efforts needed to achieve sustainability and equality.The role of male allies in supporting women's journeys in sports, demonstrating the positive impact of inclusive thinking and leadership.Notable Quotes:"Daring is just to kind of push those thoughts to kind of the back of your head and try and go with, well, actually focus on what if this goes right and wanting to kind of, I guess, try and live my life by not having regrets...""I've never had any issues with the players. It was never the players... I guess it was just, unfortunately, they didn't know any different. It was just kind of the norm.""While the players are great, they are a bit needy, because they get everything done [for] them...""I'm going to pay for it. So I was like, okay, win, win. Cool. So I went on the B license through the PFA, managed to get on, because I was at Leeds United...""I want to make sure [other team members] get credit for...what they've done. And it's not just me going, 'Look, we've done all this fancy analysis and this kind of thing,' and...take their credit."Resources:www.shewhodareswins.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Join us as we discuss the Act that U.S. Senators Bob Menendez (D-N.J.) and Susan Collins (R-Maine), along with Representatives Robin Kelly (D-Ill.-02) and Brian Fitzpatrick (R-Pa.-01), recently introduced bipartisan, bicameral legislation to increase the diversity of participants in all National Institutes of Health (NIH) - funded trials. The NIH Clinical Trial Diversity Act builds upon their current policies to enhance the inclusion of women, racially and ethnically diverse individuals and people of all ages in all NIH-funded trials. Moderator Donney John, PharmD Executive Director NOVA ScriptsCentral Dr. John is the Executive Director of NOVA ScriptsCentral an award winning non-profit charitable pharmacy that provides life saving medication and education to uninsured patients in the Northern Virginia area. He is a practicing pharmacist, patient advocate, healthcare consultant and entrepreneur. Dr. John has considerable expertise in the areas of precision medicine, patient engagement, population health management, health disparities and mobile health technology solutions. He serves as a medical advisor for a variety of companies focused on health/wellness, patient engagement and medication adherence Dr. John has also worked in academia serving as an Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Practice at Massachusetts College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences where he developed innovative ambulatory care practice sites within federally qualified community health centers. He has worked to train healthcare professionals in the areas of health literacy and cultural competency in order to address health dispartities. In 2017, he was named as one of the 40 under 40 Thought Leaders in Health by the National Minority Quality Forum. Panelists Meagan Thompson, DNP Senior Health Policy Advisor Congresswoman Robin Kelly (IL-02) Dr. Meagan Thompson is the Senior Health Policy Advisor for Congresswoman Robin Kelly who serves on the House Committee on Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health. As a nurse and former hospital administrator working at the intersection of public health and health policy, Meagan understands that we must improve the conditions in which people live, work, and play to make healthcare interventions most effective. Under the tutelage of Congresswoman Kelly, she is working on legislation to improve the quality of maternal health services, expand access to mental health services, improve access to nutritious food, and increase diversity in clinical trials. She hails from Mississippi and received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss). Following her time at Ole Miss, she completed a dual masters program receiving her Masters of Business Administration and Health Administration at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. She then received her Doctorate in Nursing Practice with an emphasis in health care leadership where her dissertation focused on spirituality in African-American women and the association with Breast cancer mortality rates. Cecilia Vaughn-Guy, M.S.,OT Women's Congressional Policy Institute Legislative Fellow Congresswoman Robin L. Kelly (IL-02) Cecilia Vaughn-Guy is a Women's Congressional Policy Institute Legislative Fellow in the office of Congresswoman Robin L. Kelly (IL-02), focusing on issues within the Congresswoman's health portfolio. Cecilia was particularly drawn to this office due to her present interest and history in healthcare advocacy. Cecilia graduated from Duquesne University with a bachelor's degree in psychology and from University of Illinois at Chicago with a master's degree in occupational therapy. Cecilia worked across the lifespan and hospital, outpatient, community, and academic settings as an occupational therapy before returning to graduate school. Originally published June 23, 2023
The purpose of this webinar is to further discuss how Congresswoman Robin Kelly (IL-02), Chair of the Congressional Black Caucus Health Braintrust and Co-Chair of the Congressional Caucus on Black Women and Girls, first introduced the Mothers and Offspring Mortality & Morbidity Awareness Act, or MOMMA's Act, which was instilled to address the maternal health crisis nearly five years ago. The panel will focus on the successes on the implementation of the MOMMA'S Act and what still needs to be done. Moderator Meagan Thompson, DNP Senior Health Policy Advisor for Congresswoman Robin Kelly Dr. Meagan Thompson is the Senior Health Policy Advisor for Congresswoman Robin Kelly who serves on the House Committee on Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health. As a nurse and former hospital administrator working at the intersection of public health and health policy, Meagan understands that we must improve the conditions in which people live, work, and play to make healthcare interventions most effective. Under the tutelage of Congresswoman Kelly, she is working on legislation to improve the quality of maternal health services, expand access to mental health services, improve access to nutritious food, and increase diversity in clinical trials. She hails from Mississippi and received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss). Following her time at Ole Miss, she completed a dual masters program receiving her Masters of Business Administration and Health Administration at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. She then received her Doctorate in Nursing Practice with an emphasis in health care leadership where her dissertation focused on spirituality in African-American women and the association with Breast cancer mortality rates. Panelist Mia Keeys, MA, DrPH(c) Director of Federal Affairs Hologic, Inc. Mia R. Keeys is the Director of Federal Affairs at Hologic, Inc. She's formerly the Chief of Staff to Congresswoman Robin L. Kelly, and also previously served as the Director of Health Equity Policy & Advocacy with the American Medical Association, after serving as the Policy Director of Congresswoman Robin Kelly's (D-IL) Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) Health Braintrust, the premier health policy arm of the CBC. In April 2017, The National Minority Quality Forum recognized Mia as a 40 Under 40 Leader in Minority Health. The Institute of Medicine of the National Academy of Sciences features Mia's children's book on health equity-titled Cole Blue, Full of Valor-in their national archives, "Visualizing Health Equity." Mia has been a Kaiser Family Foundation Barbara Jordan Health Policy Scholar; a Fellow for the City of Philadelphia in the Deputy Mayor's Office for Health and Opportunity; and an HIV/AIDS researcher in South Africa. Mia was also a U.S. Fulbright Fellow to Indonesia, where she lived and worked in various teaching, public health service and research capacities for three years, while simultaneously learning the national language, Bahasa Indonesian. Mia holds Bachelor of Arts degrees in English and Psychology from Cheyney University, and a Master of Arts degree in Medical Sociology from Vanderbilt University in Nashville, TN, where she was also a Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Health Policy Fellow at Meharry Medical College. She is currently a doctoral of public health student at The George Washington University. Mia is also a creative non-fiction writer, with training from the University of Oxford. She is originally from Philadelphia, PA. Originally published May 15, 2023
Locked On Ole Miss - Daily podcast on Ole Miss Rebels Football, Basketball & Baseball
Pratt Rogers stops by for his weekly segment on Ole Miss Football and we look at Ole Miss Football Recruiting and roster building for 2023. Show originally aired 5/23/23 Join our Subtext communityhttps://joinsubtext.com/lockedonolemiss Follow and Subscribe to the Podcast on these platforms:
Locked On Ole Miss - Daily podcast on Ole Miss Rebels Football, Basketball & Baseball
Pratt Rogers stops by for his weekly segment on Ole Miss Football and we look at Ole Miss Football Recruiting and roster building for 2023. Show originally aired 5/23/23 Join our Subtext community https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonolemiss Follow and Subscribe to the Podcast on these platforms:
Blake fills in for Bo talking postseason baseball in Mississippi, Ole Miss football recruiting and Mississippi craft beer in the third hour of the show live in the BankPlus Studio. Blake talks about the college teams from Mississippi playing postseason baseball and those sitting at home. With another commitment from a top five player in Mississippi, Lane Kiffin and Ole Miss are putting together an impressive 2024 recruiting class before the season starts. On National Craft Beer Distillery Day, Blake asks listeners to weigh in with their favorite craft beers brewed right here in Mississippi. In the SEC Insider Hit, SEC Network football analyst Chris Doering joins the show on the Farm Bureau guest line talking Florida Gators football. Chris takes a deep dive into the Gators program and the fall from grace over the last decade after dominating the SEC East since Steve Spurrier's arrival in Gainesville. Chris talks about the inability to get back into college football's elite circle even when they hired good coaches like Jim McElwain and Dan Mullen. Chris looks ahead at Billy Napier entering his second season and what to expect from the Gators against a tough schedule, and why it's asinine to have him on the proverbial hot-seat after just one season. Chris talks about the new dynamic between Florida and Georgia now that Kirby Smart has the Bulldogs running like the Alabama dynasty of old. Chris gives his thoughts on the potential schedule changes coming in the SEC and why he believes keeping the in-state rivalry game with Florida State is important. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Send us a textIn this episode of the PBL Simplified Podcast, we have Jeff McManus from the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss). Jeff is the Landscape Leader there, as well as a nationally recognized speaker and leader. Today, Jeff shares some of his leadership ideas such as The Three C's: Competent, Character, and Chemistry. He also talks about growing leadership from within and succession planning. Jeff shares some of his success stories from his long landscape career.Jeff McManus grows things. He grows plants, people, and new ideas. Jeff is the Landscape Leader for the University of Mississippi. He has spoken around the country to many different leaders and has been nationally recognized by USA Today, Princeton Review, Newsweek, and The New York Times. He is the author of several books, including Cultivate. Get your copy in the links below.ORDER THE NEW BOOK PBL SIMPLIFIEDhttps://amzn.to/3VLsBtGSCHEDULE A PBL TRAINING WITH MAGNIFY LEARNINGhttps://resources.magnifylearningin.org/onsite-workshopsCHECK OUT RESOURCES MENTIONED ON THE PODCASTPBL Simplified Podcast LinksASK RYAN A QUESTION FOR THE PODCASThttps://www.magnifylearningin.org/ask-ryan-your-pbl-questionsFOLLOW RYAN ON TWITTERhttps://mobile.twitter.com/ryansteuerBOOK A MAGNIFY LEARNING DESIGN DAYS WORKSHOPhttps://www.magnifylearningin.org/design-days-sign-upPBL MOVEMENT CONFERENCEhttps://www.magnifylearningin.org/pbl-movementCULTIVATE BY JEFF MCMANUShttps://amzn.to/40L3GIP
In this episode of the PBL Simplified Podcast, we have Jeff McManus from the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss). Jeff is the Landscape Leader there, as well as a nationally recognized speaker and leader. Today, Jeff shares some of his leadership ideas such as The Three C's: Competent, Character, and Chemistry. He also talks about growing leadership from within and succession planning. Jeff shares some of his success stories from his long landscape career.Jeff McManus grows things. He grows plants, people, and new ideas. Jeff is the Landscape Leader for the University of Mississippi. He has spoken around the country to many different leaders and has been nationally recognized by USA Today, Princeton Review, Newsweek, and The New York Times. He is the author of several books, including Cultivate. Get your copy in the links below.ORDER THE NEW BOOK PBL SIMPLIFIEDhttps://amzn.to/3VLsBtGSCHEDULE A PBL TRAINING WITH MAGNIFY LEARNINGhttps://www.magnifylearningin.org/book-a-pbl-workshopCHECK OUT RESOURCES MENTIONED ON THE PODCASTPBL Simplified Podcast LinksASK RYAN A QUESTION FOR THE PODCASThttps://www.magnifylearningin.org/ask-ryan-your-pbl-questionsFOLLOW RYAN ON TWITTERhttps://mobile.twitter.com/ryansteuerBOOK A MAGNIFY LEARNING DESIGN DAYS WORKSHOPhttps://www.magnifylearningin.org/book-a-pbl-workshopPBL MOVEMENT CONFERENCEhttps://www.magnifylearningin.org/pbl-movementCULTIVATE BY JEFF MCMANUShttps://amzn.to/40L3GIP
The Dudes speak with Susan Kershaw, who is running in a hotly contested race for Board of Trustees, Place 5 in the Frisco, TX Independent School District. Susan shares her passion for the school district, it's teachers and administrators, and the city of Frisco itself. She outlines her concerns and reasons for entering the race. Her story will resonate with many parents all over the country who share the same concerns about their school districts.She has been a resident of Frisco for 17 years and Texas for 25 years. She and her husband have been married for 18 years and have two children who currently attend FISD Middle School.Susan is a first-generation college graduate from the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss), where she earned a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Marketing in 1994. She is also a registered nurse with the Texas Board of Nursing and worked as a Surgical/Trauma ICU RN at Level 1 Trauma Center Methodist Dallas Medical Center for 12 years. Currently, she works as a legal nurse expert on a contract basis.Susan has been actively involved in her community since 2002. She is a member of Stonebriar Community Church and has volunteered at the Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children and Cat Matchers. She has served as a committee member, committee chair, volunteer, and donor for various organizations, including the Frisco Soccer Association, BSA Cub Scouts, BSA Scouts, FISD Middle School PTA, FISD Band Booster Club, Denton County Election Official, Provisional Member of the National Charity League, and FISD Library Materials Reconsideration Committee.For more information about Susan, or to donate to her campaign, visit:https://www.susan4friscoisdplace5.comFollow us on Social Media! Like/Subscribe/Share!MerchandiseSponsor: Warriors for Freedom[INTRO/OUTRO]“Stomp It Away” by Silent Partner is licensed under CC-BY-NC 2.5“Ever Felt pt 2” by Otis McDonald is licensed under CC-BY-NC 2.5
Locked On Ole Miss - Daily podcast on Ole Miss Rebels Football, Basketball & Baseball
John Garcia Jr comes in to talk football recruiting and the players in Mississippi. We start with JJ Harrell out of North Panola, Braylon Burnside out of Starkville before going to Jeremy Scott out of Callaway HS in Jackson. Show originally aired 2/25/23 Follow and Subscribe to the Podcast on these platforms:
Locked On Ole Miss - Daily podcast on Ole Miss Rebels Football, Basketball & Baseball
John Garcia Jr comes in to talk football recruiting and the players in Mississippi. We start with JJ Harrell out of North Panola, Braylon Burnside out of Starkville before going to Jeremy Scott out of Callaway HS in Jackson. Show originally aired 2/25/23 Follow and Subscribe to the Podcast on these platforms:
Lauren Rhoades talks with Ralph Eubanks, the 2023 Governor's Arts Award-winner for Excellence in Literature & Cultural Ambassador. Eubanks is a writer whose work focuses on race, identity, and the American South. He is faculty fellow and writer-in-residence at the Center for the Study of Southern Culture at The University of Mississippi - Ole Miss. He is the author of the book A Place Like Mississippi, as well as two other works of nonfiction, Ever Is a Long Time and The House at the End of the Road. If you enjoyed listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB. https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week on the show we chatted with the Dr. Eden Tanner (she/her), an Assistant Professor at the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss). We discuss Eden's journey to Ole Miss, which spans living in three different countries, her time in LGBTQ+ Choruses as a postdoc, and what led her to choosing Ole Miss to start her academic career. She tells us about what starting a lab during a global pandemic has taught her and what her goals for her new lab are. To connect with Eden you can follow her on Twitter @EdenTanner and us @MFQCPod. We'll see y'all next time, happy holidays, and remember that Black Lives Matter today and everyday. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mfqc/support
We had the pleasure of speaking with Matt Snyder this week. Matt played first base and was the Designated Hitter at the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss). He was drafted out of college and played in Minor League baseball for two organizations.Matt is now the hitting coach for the Beloit Sky Carp, the High A affiliate of the Miami Marlins.Make sure you follow the Sky Carp and Matt online .Sky Carp - Website: https://www.milb.com/beloit/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beloitskycarp/ (@BeloitSkyCarp)Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/beloitskycarp/ (@BeloitSkyCarp)Matt Snyder -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattsnyder29/ (@MattSnyder29)Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/matt33snyder/ (@Matt33Snyder)Earned Fun Average - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/earnedfunavg/ (@EarnedFunAvg)Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/earnedfunavg/ (@EarnedFunAvg)
The Father Factor is a Podcast where renown Speaker and Author Byron Ricks, MA. transforms the moving lessons from his own life into a road map to guide other men who grew up without fathers, fathers looking to reconnect with sons, mothers who are raising fatherless boys, and young men who are presently fatherless.His Bestselling Book Searching for Dad: Nine Side-Effects of Growing Up Fatherless and How to Overcome Them https://amzn.to/3LaMfsL Ricks steps inside the mind, heart, and soul of a boy without a father. Recognizing the power of the emotional and psychological side effects of growing up fatherless will help absentee fathers, single mothers, and sons who survived a fatherless childhood understand and cope.Keep in touchEmail: info@thefatherfactor.comFollow us on Instagram Like us on FacebookToday's guest is Jeff Herrod, a former NFL linebacker. He pulled his first set of shoulder pads out of a community dumpster and started playing football when he was 8 years old in the backyards of the Avondale projects. He graduated in 1984 from Banks High School as a four-year Letterman, All-State Player Honorable Mention, full-time husband and father. He earned a full scholarship to the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) where he became a household name leading the Ole Miss Rebels in single game and single season tackles in 1986. He was inducted into the Ole Miss Hall of Fame in 2001, a recipient of the SEC Football Legends Award in 2013 and inducted into the Alabama Sports Hall of Fame in 2017.
The Age of Organizational Effectiveness -- hosted by Charles Chandler
In this episode, I welcome Jeff McManus to the podcast, who is the Director of Landscape Services for the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss). We discuss his 2017 book, Growing Weeders into Leaders: Leadership Lessons from the Ground Level, and we explore what it takes to create and maintain a pleasing environment on a college … Continue reading 129 – Landscape leaders →
Episode 9 of The Hitstreak, a podcast where we talk about anything and everything!This week we talk with Josh Huisman, Senior Pastor of New Hope Community Church, about Christmas, leadership, and how the two connect. Let us know in the comments what YOU want to hear about next!About our Guest: Josh Huisman grew up on the south side of Chicago in a baseball family with two other brothers, Jason and Justin. They are within 3 years of each with their age, so all three brothers could be on the roster of the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) for the 1997 season, this year was also the year that God planted a new dream in Josh's heart. He became more involved in leadership for the F.C.A. program at Ole Miss and began teaching himself guitar to lead worship. The call to be a pastor began in the Fall of 2003. Josh and his wife, Sarah, were living in Franklin, KY. They were expecting their first child. They walked around the block together and prayed that God would open a door for what Josh's purpose in life. The next morning Josh received a call to be a youth pastor. For 3 years Josh served as a youth pastor, but he couldn't get Nashville out of his mind. In August 2006, Josh accepted a role as the youth pastor of New Hope Community Church in Brentwood, TN. After four years as the youth pastor, Josh officially became the senior pastor of New Hope. Under his leadership, New Hope Community Church has done a full renovation of their facility to bring the church into a fully modern standard with technology and multi-media. New Hope is a medium-sized church with a state-of-the-art Livestream & Online media presentation, with a fully functioning Audio & Video recording studio. One of Josh's goals for the church was to pour into young people and create programs where the church would teach students in the creative arts. Create Hope Studios was born in 2017. At CHS, students can learn dance, art, music, production, and creative writing. After nearly 20 years in full-time ministry Josh has begun writing books, working as a motivational speaker, and doing one on one coaching to develop new leaders. Josh is a certified coach on The John Maxwell Team.Follow and contact: josh@newhopechurchtn.org www.newhopechurchtn.org www.createhopestudios.com
Dexter McCluster shares the key lessons he's learned as he transitioned from high school, college, and professional football into the business world. Listen in as Jen and Dexter discuss creating a strong support system, how to handle overwhelming adversity, and why first, second, and every day impressions matter on and off the field. Dexter is a retired American football running back who played college football for the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss). While playing college football, Dexter was the only player in SEC history to rush for 1000+ yards and receive for 500+ yards in a single season. Dexter was drafted in the 2nd round of the 2010 NFL Draft (as the 36th overall pick) by the Kansas City Chiefs. During his 7 seasons in the NFL, Dexter played for the Kansas City Chiefs, the Tennessee Titans, and the San Diego Chargers. He also played in the CFL for the Toronto Argonauts and in the Indoor Football League with the Massachusetts Pirates. You can connect with Dexter in the following ways: Instagram: @dextermccluster Twitter: @dextermccluster McCluster Fit Instagram: @mcclusterfit Brittney's Bakery Instagram: @britsbakingbaybees What does greatness look like for you? Get off the sideline and take the next step towards achieving your goals by downloading the exclusive Life Assessment and Goal Worksheet Jen uses with her clients to help them identify what they want and the most direct path for moving forward. Click here to download it now: bit.ly/crossthegoalline See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week we invite on Land to discuss Ole Miss. We learn about the Landshark then try to decide if the mascot is sexy. We also debate if the most interesting part of the Walk of Champions is the fans proximity to the players and after that we hear from Land why the game has changed in Oxford with the hiring of Lane Kiffin. Follow us on Twitter: @yournewfaveteam Follow us on Instagram: @yournewfaveteam Email: yournewfavoriteteam@gmail.com
In this episode of Start With A Win, Win Nation will meet Quintavius “Q” Burdette, RE/MAX real estate agent. He is a former D1 football and track athlete from the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) who integrated his work ethic as an athlete into his real estate business. Q has been in the real estate industry for two and a half years. During his first year, he closed 106 transactions and eventually achieved Diamond status—a million dollars in gross commission—in August 2020. He has built his success by developing a four-point system, which measures his daily activity and maintains productivity. The concept is to achieve any combination of four points daily, outlined by these tasks: 4 points = contract 2 points = listing agreement 1 point = showing buyers 1/2 point = meeting potential clients looking to do business within 90 days Q also attributes his success to building organic relationships and focusing less on paying for leads and marketing. One of the common ways Q meets others in the community is by going to the local Kroger store and assisting customers with bagging groceries. This type of networking enabled him to talk to 6,000 people in his first 30 days as a real estate agent. Presentation is vital, as it is essential to be aware of your tone, delivery, and what you're going to say. Q explains how the real estate business comes down to heart. It's about how much you're willing to work, network, and build relationships.Connect with Quintavius:https://www.remax.com/real-estate-agents/quintavius-burdette-germantown-tn/102051157https://www.instagram.com/quintaviusburdette/https://www.facebook.com/quintaviusburdetterealtor/Connect with Adam:https://www.startwithawin.com/https://www.facebook.com/REMAXAdamContoshttps://twitter.com/REMAXAdamContoshttps://www.instagram.com/REMAXadamcontos/ Leave us a voicemail:888-581-4430
http://chrisoffutt.com/ Christopher John Offutt is an American writer. He is most widely known for his short stories and novels, but he has also published three memoirs and multiple nonfiction articles. In 2005, he had a story included in a comic book collection edited by Michael Chabon, and another in the anthology Noir. He has written episodes for the TV series True Blood and Weeds. Host: Eliot Parker http://www.eliotparker.com/ Eliot Parker is the author of five novels: Breakdown at Clear River, Making Arrangements, Fragile Brilliance, Code for Murder, and A Knife's Edge. He currently teaches English at the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss), and hosts the podcast program “Now, Appalachia” across the Authors on the Air Global Radio Network and BlogTalk Radio, which profiles authors, and publishers who live and write about Appalachia. @copyright by Authors on the Air
http://chrisoffutt.com/ Christopher John Offutt is an American writer. He is most widely known for his short stories and novels, but he has also published three memoirs and multiple nonfiction articles. In 2005, he had a story included in a comic book collection edited by Michael Chabon, and another in the anthology Noir. He has written episodes for the TV series True Blood and Weeds. Host: Eliot Parker http://www.eliotparker.com/ Eliot Parker is the author of five novels: Breakdown at Clear River, Making Arrangements, Fragile Brilliance, Code for Murder, and A Knife's Edge. He currently teaches English at the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss), and hosts the podcast program “Now, Appalachia” across the Authors on the Air Global Radio Network and BlogTalk Radio, which profiles authors, and publishers who live and write about Appalachia. @copyright by Authors on the Air
Lifeline Store - https://store.lifelinechild.org/GUEST Jason was born and raised in Birmingham, AL before moving to Suwanee, GA where he would finish high school. Upon graduation, Jason signed a football scholarship at The University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) where he would be a 4 year starter and 4 year letter winner at Fullback. Though raised in a home that taught him to love and fear God, it was not until his sophomore year at Ole Miss when he began to walk faithfully with Jesus. In 2009 Jason enjoyed a brief stint with the Baltimore Ravens through the pre-season before embracing the call to ministry.Since college, Jason has been actively involved in traveling the country preaching God's word in demographically diverse environments. He has also been involved in helping to plant churches, including his pivotal role in helping to build Iron City Church (Birmingham, AL). It was here that Jason faithfully led, taught, and shepherded a young congregation to embrace the ideal of multi-ethnic ministry in one of America's most segregated cities.Jason holds an M.Div from Beeson Divinity School. It was during his time there that he met his beautiful bride, Courtney. They were married in 2013 and have two delightful children: Charlie and Cager. The Cook's live and breath discipleship, hospitality, and service and look to infuse those life pillars in Memphis.Jason joins the Fellowship Memphis team as an Associate Pastor of Preaching. Concurrent with this post, he is also an editor with the Gospel Coalition where he contributes to the Faith and Work initiative.Subscribe on iTunes | StitcherEmail: info@lifelinechild.org Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/lifelinechild Twitter: @lifelinechild Instagram: lifelinechild
Craig Miszewski is a Strength & Conditioning Coach and Mental Performance Coach based in Sacramento, CA. A Strength Coach at Mini's House of Pain in Sacramento, CA, Miszewski is also the creator of Aim Strong; a sports performance business providing strength and conditioning programming, mental skills training and positive coaching. Aim Strong's purpose is to provide the opportunity to give athletes at all levels the tools they need to develop skills both on- and off-the-field. Prior to his current positions, he has spent time as an assistant strength and conditioning coach at both the University of California, Davis and the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) working with various teams, in addition to interning with multiple other programs across the country including Georgetown University, Central Connecticut State University and the University of Albany. A former college baseball player himself at Springfield College, post-collegiately, Miszewski began challenging his own skills by training and competing in strongman, Highland Games and powerlifting. Cerberus Strength Use Code: STRENGTH_GAME at Cerberus-Strength.com
Welcome to Charlotte Mecklenburg Library's College Exploration Spotlight podcast series! As part of our College & Career Connections initiative, we created these podcasts to help teens learn more about different colleges, universities, and technical schools for local teens to aid in their decision making for their futures. Take a listen to these short, fun and engaging podcasts to help you on your journey! Today we are learning about University of Mississippi (Ole Miss). For more information on Ole Miss visit www.olemiss.edu. All opinions expressed by interviewees are solely their current opinions and do not reflect the opinions of Charlotte Mecklenburg Library or its affiliates. Their opinions are based upon their experiences and information in which they consider to be reliable.
Want to put your children on a path to success in college? Listen to Leslie Banahan, vice chancellor for student affairs at the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) give practical advice on getting your children started on the right path in college.
Want to put your children on a path to success in college? Listen to Leslie Banahan, vice chancellor for student affairs at the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) give practical advice on getting your children started on the right path in college.
Join us as Herbie Newell talks with Jason Cook about a range of church body issues including multi-ethnic worship, adoption, and why social justice is a church issue. Jason was born and raised in Birmingham, AL before moving to Suwanee, GA where he would finish high school. Upon graduation, Jason signed a football scholarship at The University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) where he would be a 4 year starter and 4 year letter winner at Fullback. Though raised in a home that taught him to love and fear God, it was not until his sophomore year at Ole Miss when he began to walk faithfully with Jesus. In 2009 Jason enjoyed a brief stint with the Baltimore Ravens through the pre-season before embracing the call to ministry. Since college, Jason has been actively involved in traveling the country preaching God's word in demographically diverse environments. He has also been involved in helping to plant churches, including his pivotal role in helping to build Iron City Church (Birmingham, AL). It was here that Jason faithfully led, taught, and shepherded a young congregation to embrace the ideal of multi-ethnic ministry in one of America's most segregated cities. Jason holds an M.Div from Beeson Divinity School. It was during his time there that he met his beautiful bride, Courtney. They were married in 2013 and have two delightful children: Charlie and Cager. The Cook's live and breath discipleship, hospitality, and service and look to infuse those life pillars in Memphis. Jason joins the Fellowship Memphis team as an Associate Pastor of Preaching. Concurrent with this post, he is also an editor with the Gospel Coalition where he contributes to the Faith and Work initiative. Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher Email: info@lifelinechild.org Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/lifelinechild Twitter: @lifelinechild Instagram: lifelinechild
Want to put your children on a path to success in college? Listen to Leslie Banahan, vice chancellor for student affairs at the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) give practical advice on getting your children started on the right path in college.
Want to put your children on a path to success in college? Listen to Leslie Banahan, vice chancellor for student affairs at the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) give practical advice on getting your children started on the right path in college.
Want to put your children on a path to success in college? Listen to Leslie Banahan, vice chancellor for student affairs at the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) give practical advice on getting your children started on the right path in college.
Want to put your children on a path to success in college? Listen to Leslie Banahan, vice chancellor for student affairs at the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) give practical advice on getting your children started on the right path in college.
Want to put your children on a path to success in college? Listen to Leslie Banahan, vice chancellor for student affairs at the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) give practical advice on getting your children started on the right path in college.
Want to put your children on a path to success in college? Listen to Leslie Banahan, vice chancellor for student affairs at the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) give practical advice on getting your children started on the right path in college.
Want to put your children on a path to success in college? Listen to Leslie Banahan, vice chancellor for student affairs at the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) give practical advice on getting your children started on the right path in college.
Want to put your children on a path to success in college? Listen to Leslie Banahan, vice chancellor for student affairs at the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) give practical advice on getting your children started on the right path in college.
Want to put your children on a path to success in college? Listen to Leslie Banahan, Vice Chancellor for student affairs at the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) give practical advice on getting your children started on the right path in college. This is the June edition of 12 shows to guide you and your student the entire academic year.
Want to put your children on a path to success in college? Listen to Leslie Banahan, vice chancellor for student affairs at the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) give practical advice on getting your children started on the right path in college. This is the first of 12 shows to guide you and your student the entire academic year.
The Winning Youth Coaching Podcast: Youth Sports | Coaching | Parenting | Family Resources
Tywanna Smith, President & Founder of The Athlete's NeXus, has several years of experience working with professional athletes in a financial and business capacity. Smith earned her Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) in Marketing and her Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from The University of Mississippi (Ole Miss). She was also a four-year starter for the SEC program's women's basketball team, eventually taking her talents to Europe for a 2-year professional career. As a Registered Financial Representative, Entrepreneur, and Best-Selling Author of Surviving the Lights: A Professional Athlete's Playbook to Avoiding the Curse, Tywanna takes pride in her business professionalism and integrity. She is committed to helping each professional athlete become a better citizen, a better role model, and a better businessman. Website: theathletesnexus.com Book: Surviving the Lights Facebook: /TheAthletesNeXus Listen Now: Listen on iTunes: iTunes link Listen on Stitcher: Stitcher link Listen on Google Play Music: Google Play link- - Transition Athletes are always preparing for the next transition, on and off the field Tywanna tore her ACL her junior year of high school - she used this as fuel when people starting to write her off. The importance of education Even if a student athlete's priority is to play college athletics, their grades will be extremely important in determining what opportunities they will be afforded Off the field keys Grades Social media - future coaches, employers - will look over your entire history of social media posts Mental toughness It comes from the top down. The coach's energy and confidence in the players is very contagious. Tough practices teach athletes how to deal with adversity, and they want competition Visualization - Have the athletes close their eyes and visualize favorable results Surviving the Lights Preparing for all the different areas of life beyond sports Book link Coaching system: survivingthelights.com/ Connecting with and Impacting Kids An athlete trying to play professionally was struggling to make in into the pros. Tywanna worked with him to re-center - and reaffirm him what his gifts were and that he had great talents off the sports field The one that got away The day Tywanna tore her ACL her junior year, and her team was poised to win the state championship But she says it was the best day in her life because it gave her the perspective on life that there's more to life than sports Best learned/stolen idea The balance between sports and life. Tywanna's college coach, when she walked out of practice was done with sports and focused on life off the court Favorite quote 'If you stay ready, you never have to get ready' Parting Advice Take the edge off a little bit, it's just a game. -- Reviews are the lifeblood of the podcast!- If you like the podcast- please take 2 minutes to write a review! Click here - Ready to be an Awesome Youth Coach? Sign up for our free weekly newsletter: SaveSave
Mali Phonpadith interviews Tywanna Smith. Join our community to receive notifications, event updates, and more: https://soarcommunitynetwork.com Tywanna Smith, President & Founder of The Athlete’s NeXus, has several years of experience working with professional athletes in a financial and business capacity. Smith earned her Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) in Marketing and her Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from The University of Mississippi (Ole Miss). She was also a four-year starter for the SEC program’s women’s basketball team, eventually taking her talents to Europe for a 2-year professional career. Upon retirement from professional athletics, Smith entered the corporate world with Merrill Lynch, as a Financial Advisor to several professional athletes. In addition to handling her client’s finances, Smith has also managed the business and marketing affairs of several current and retired NBA, NFL, and overseas athletes. Over the past 9 years, Smith has helped over a dozen professional athletes protect their assets, evaluate business opportunities, secure marketing endorsements, coordinate community service events and appearances, start non-profit organizations, and make significant life decisions.She has also connected her clients with reputable industry specialists, such as attorneys, accountants, real estate specialists, travel agents, publicists, custom clothiers, and personal trainers. As a Registered Financial Representative, Entrepreneur, and Best-Selling Author of Surviving the Lights: A Professional Athlete’s Playbook to Avoiding the Curse, Tywanna takes pride in her business professionalism and integrity. She is committed to helping each professional athlete become a better citizen, a better role model, and a better businessman. http://theathletesnexus.com/
The Age of Organizational Effectiveness -- hosted by Charles Chandler
In this episode, I welcome Jeff McManus to the podcast, who is the Director of Landscape Services for the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss). Jeff has a new book titled Growing Weeders into Leaders: Leadership Lessons from the Ground Level, and we explore what it takes to create and maintain a pleasing environment on a … Continue reading 073 – Growing Weeders into Leaders →
An absolute must for any parent or student going to college in the fall. Learn what you should be doing now to prepare your student. You will also learn how to create a budget, and the one thing that every student should do in the first week of class to increase chances for success. All the advice comes from Leslie Banahan, vice chancellor for student affairs at the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) as she gives practical advice on getting your children started on the right path in college.
We are honored to have our One Weekend Pastor Jason Cook with us: Jason Cook played collegiate football at The University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) where he would be a 4 year starter and 4 year letter winner at Fullback. In 2009, Jason enjoyed a brief stint with the Baltimore Ravens through the pre-season before embracing the call to ministry. Jason holds a Masters of Divinity from Beeson Divinity School in Birmingham, Alabama. Jason and his wife Courtney, have two children Charlie and Cager. Together they serve as the Associate Pastor of Preaching at Fellowship Memphis and as the editor with the Gospel Coalition contributing to the Faith and Work initiative.
Coach Robert Cagle serves as the National Director of Scouting and Recruiting/Expansion and Development for National Scouting Report. He joins us for a show dedicated to the recruiting process for college football. Coach Cagle has dedicated his life to helping young people achieve their personal, athletic, academic and spiritual goals and has been a part of the sports community for over 35 years. His combination of athletic talent and excellence in the classroom made Robert one of the top college prospects in the state and in the South. After his senior football season, Robert signed his National Letter of Intent and football scholarship with The University of Mississippi ( OLE MISS). After his senior season of baseball in high school, he was approached by the Cincinnati Reds who wanted to draft Robert. He declined their offer and honored his commitment to OLE MISS and his dream of playing football. He began his career at Ole Miss in August 1986. At Ole Miss, Robert was named to the All-Southeastern Conference Freshmen Football team. He was twice named to the ALL SEC Academic Team in football. Robert was finally named to the OLE MISS Academic Football Hall of Fame for his accomplishments on the football field and in the classroom. He was consistently on the Dean's List for academic achievements in the classroom. Robert's aspirations and hopes to play professional sports was brought to an abrupt end during his 3rd year at OLE MISS when he received a career ending back injury during practice. Robert remained on scholarship serving as a recruiter and assistant to the Athletic department until he graduated with his Bachelors Degree in Business Administration in May 1990.