Podcasts about student athletes

Scott Battas, the AD at Mascoutah High School is BACK with another installment of our series sharing the steps on how to build a great student athlete leadership team at your school! This is The Educational AD Podcast! Thanks for Listening!

What happens when your entire season is taken away in one play? This episode explores the mental battle of injury recovery through a college basketball player's real comeback journey.We discuss the darkest moments, the power of community and environment, and why trusting the process is everything. Plus, what it really means to be a college athlete facing adversity.This episode is the blueprint to injury recovery—for anyone dealing with loss, uncertainty, or the mental side of comeback.Follow Dreamers Blueprint for blueprints to your dreams.Chapters00:00 The Power of Community05:05 The Mental Battle of Recovery08:18 The Darkest Day15:25 The Impact of Environment21:22 The Trauma of Injury25:00 Finding Inspiration in Others26:14 Trusting the Process28:35 The Mental Game of Basketball32:06 Life as a College Athlete48:14 The Realities of Being a Student-Athlete

This week, we're focusing on crimes that target children and adolescents, crimes that are often overlooked. These aren't grizzly murder cases. They're incidents that happen in a pattern, seemingly right before our eyes. Young athletes pushed beyond their limits until they die, curious teens extorted to the point where they take their own lives, and Jeffrey Epstein's systemic abuse of girls. Including interviews with Epstein survivor Sharlene Rochard, journalist Sam Zeff and crime expert Brad Garrett. Featuring audio from the Dana & Parks Show out of KMBZ in Kansas City, A New Morning out of WBEN News and Talk in Buffalo and the Scoot show out of WWL in New Orleans.

This week, we're focusing on crimes that target children and adolescents, crimes that are often overlooked. These aren't grizzly murder cases. They're incidents that happen in a pattern, seemingly right before our eyes. Young athletes pushed beyond their limits until they die, curious teens extorted to the point where they take their own lives, and Jeffrey Epstein's systemic abuse of girls. Including interviews with Epstein survivor Sharlene Rochard, journalist Sam Zeff and crime expert Brad Garrett. Featuring audio from the Dana & Parks Show out of KMBZ in Kansas City, A New Morning out of WBEN News and Talk in Buffalo and the Scoot show out of WWL in New Orleans.

This week, we're focusing on crimes that target children and adolescents, crimes that are often overlooked. These aren't grizzly murder cases. They're incidents that happen in a pattern, seemingly right before our eyes. Young athletes pushed beyond their limits until they die, curious teens extorted to the point where they take their own lives, and Jeffrey Epstein's systemic abuse of girls. Including interviews with Epstein survivor Sharlene Rochard, journalist Sam Zeff and crime expert Brad Garrett. Featuring audio from the Dana & Parks Show out of KMBZ in Kansas City, A New Morning out of WBEN News and Talk in Buffalo and the Scoot show out of WWL in New Orleans.

This week, we're focusing on crimes that target children and adolescents, crimes that are often overlooked. These aren't grizzly murder cases. They're incidents that happen in a pattern, seemingly right before our eyes. Young athletes pushed beyond their limits until they die, curious teens extorted to the point where they take their own lives, and Jeffrey Epstein's systemic abuse of girls. Including interviews with Epstein survivor Sharlene Rochard, journalist Sam Zeff and crime expert Brad Garrett. Featuring audio from the Dana & Parks Show out of KMBZ in Kansas City, A New Morning out of WBEN News and Talk in Buffalo and the Scoot show out of WWL in New Orleans.

This week, we're focusing on crimes that target children and adolescents, crimes that are often overlooked. These aren't grizzly murder cases. They're incidents that happen in a pattern, seemingly right before our eyes. Young athletes pushed beyond their limits until they die, curious teens extorted to the point where they take their own lives, and Jeffrey Epstein's systemic abuse of girls. Including interviews with Epstein survivor Sharlene Rochard, journalist Sam Zeff and crime expert Brad Garrett. Featuring audio from the Dana & Parks Show out of KMBZ in Kansas City, A New Morning out of WBEN News and Talk in Buffalo and the Scoot show out of WWL in New Orleans.

This week, we're focusing on crimes that target children and adolescents, crimes that are often overlooked. These aren't grizzly murder cases. They're incidents that happen in a pattern, seemingly right before our eyes. Young athletes pushed beyond their limits until they die, curious teens extorted to the point where they take their own lives, and Jeffrey Epstein's systemic abuse of girls. Including interviews with Epstein survivor Sharlene Rochard, journalist Sam Zeff and crime expert Brad Garrett. Featuring audio from the Dana & Parks Show out of KMBZ in Kansas City, A New Morning out of WBEN News and Talk in Buffalo and the Scoot show out of WWL in New Orleans.

This week, we're focusing on crimes that target children and adolescents, crimes that are often overlooked. These aren't grizzly murder cases. They're incidents that happen in a pattern, seemingly right before our eyes. Young athletes pushed beyond their limits until they die, curious teens extorted to the point where they take their own lives, and Jeffrey Epstein's systemic abuse of girls. Including interviews with Epstein survivor Sharlene Rochard, journalist Sam Zeff and crime expert Brad Garrett. Featuring audio from the Dana & Parks Show out of KMBZ in Kansas City, A New Morning out of WBEN News and Talk in Buffalo and the Scoot show out of WWL in New Orleans.

This week, we're focusing on crimes that target children and adolescents, crimes that are often overlooked. These aren't grizzly murder cases. They're incidents that happen in a pattern, seemingly right before our eyes. Young athletes pushed beyond their limits until they die, curious teens extorted to the point where they take their own lives, and Jeffrey Epstein's systemic abuse of girls. Including interviews with Epstein survivor Sharlene Rochard, journalist Sam Zeff and crime expert Brad Garrett. Featuring audio from the Dana & Parks Show out of KMBZ in Kansas City, A New Morning out of WBEN News and Talk in Buffalo and the Scoot show out of WWL in New Orleans.

This week, we're focusing on crimes that target children and adolescents, crimes that are often overlooked. These aren't grizzly murder cases. They're incidents that happen in a pattern, seemingly right before our eyes. Young athletes pushed beyond their limits until they die, curious teens extorted to the point where they take their own lives, and Jeffrey Epstein's systemic abuse of girls. Including interviews with Epstein survivor Sharlene Rochard, journalist Sam Zeff and crime expert Brad Garrett. Featuring audio from the Dana & Parks Show out of KMBZ in Kansas City, A New Morning out of WBEN News and Talk in Buffalo and the Scoot show out of WWL in New Orleans.

This week, we're focusing on crimes that target children and adolescents, crimes that are often overlooked. These aren't grizzly murder cases. They're incidents that happen in a pattern, seemingly right before our eyes. Young athletes pushed beyond their limits until they die, curious teens extorted to the point where they take their own lives, and Jeffrey Epstein's systemic abuse of girls. Including interviews with Epstein survivor Sharlene Rochard, journalist Sam Zeff and crime expert Brad Garrett. Featuring audio from the Dana & Parks Show out of KMBZ in Kansas City, A New Morning out of WBEN News and Talk in Buffalo and the Scoot show out of WWL in New Orleans.

This week, we're focusing on crimes that target children and adolescents, crimes that are often overlooked. These aren't grizzly murder cases. They're incidents that happen in a pattern, seemingly right before our eyes. Young athletes pushed beyond their limits until they die, curious teens extorted to the point where they take their own lives, and Jeffrey Epstein's systemic abuse of girls. Including interviews with Epstein survivor Sharlene Rochard, journalist Sam Zeff and crime expert Brad Garrett. Featuring audio from the Dana & Parks Show out of KMBZ in Kansas City, A New Morning out of WBEN News and Talk in Buffalo and the Scoot show out of WWL in New Orleans.

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  This is Courtside Counsel Law Firm and thank you for tuning in. We are joined here today with Jill McBride Baxter, and McGeorge School of Law Students, Jade Smith, Makyla DaPonte, Gara Miner, and Mayra Vega. Today we will discuss F1, P1, and O1 visas. F1 visas apply to international high school and college athletes, P1 visas apply to international recognized athletes or teams including but not limited to the: NFL and NBA, and O1 visas apply to Professional and Olympic Athletes. For each of the topics we will discuss: 1. What we found out in researching this topic and what was overall was most interesting. 2. When an F1, P1, or an O1 visa apply. 3. And we would provide some real world examples.

We continue our weekly series with Scott Battas, the AD at Mascoutah High School on how to create a GREAT Student Athlete Leadership Team at your school! THIS is The Educational AD Podcast!

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In this episode of School Safety Today, presented by Raptor Technologies, host Dr. Amy Grosso speaks with Jackson Erdos—American Ninja Warrior competitor, coach, and mental health advocate—about the mental health challenges student athletes face. Drawing from his own experiences, Jackson shares how competition, identity, and vulnerability intersect, highlighting why open conversations, strong support systems, and asking for help are essential for helping young athletes thrive.KEY POINTS:1. Student athlete mental health is shaped by competition, identity, and the pressures that come with striving to perform at a high level.2. Mental toughness means asking for help, embracing vulnerability, and learning from setbacks.3. Coaches, educators, and families can strengthen student wellbeing by seeing athletes as whole people and creating safe spaces for honest conversations.

In this episode of the Express News Group's 27Speaks: Behind the Headlines podcast, host Joe Shaw is joined by Cailin Riley, Jack Motz, Michael Wright and Desirée Keegan to discuss the week's latest East End news. This week, Wright talks about the economic impact the U.S. Open had on Southampton, Motz recounts the story of a dead whale in East Hampton and more.

A.J. Munoz-Bond, Director of SDSU Adapted Athletics, Ana Firvida, para track and field student athlete, and Khristian Martinez, wheelchair tennis student athlete, discuss building an elite adapted athletics program and a true “family” of student athletes. They share how donor support, inclusive leadership, and high-performance training create life-changing opportunities and measurable community impact that forward-thinking executives can champion. Listen Where You Live!About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media  "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 20 years.  "Spotlight" is part of Cloudcast Media's line-up of powerful local podcasts, telling the stories, highlighting the people, and celebrating the gravitational power of local.   For more information on Cloudcast and its shows and cities served, please visit www.cloudcastmedia.us. Cloudcast Media | the national leader in local podcasting.   About Mission Fed Credit Union  A community champion for over 60 years, Mission Fed Credit Union with over $6 billion in member assets, is the Sponsor of Spotlight On The Community, helping to curate connectivity, collaboration, and catalytic conversations.  For more information on the many services for San Diego residents, be sure to visit them at https://www.missionfed.com/

Scott Battas, CMAA is back with another great installment of his weekly series on how you can create a Student Athlete Leadership Team at your school! THIS is The Educational AD Podcast!

Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.Today's Host: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) and Co-Host: (ronthe3manweav)Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676

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Beyond The Blitz is growing, and this episode of The Clutch marks a major step forward.Host Chris Bouldin is joined by Chris Thompson of Thompson Insurance Agency with Alfa Insurance to announce a new partnership focused on recognizing the people who make local sports better - on the field, in the classroom, and in the community.In this episode, Chris and Chris share the vision behind two new Beyond The Blitz recognition opportunities:The Coach of the Year Award, which will invite students to submit essay-style nominations about the coaches who have impacted their lives, schools, and communities.The Male & Female Athlete of the Month Awards, beginning in September, which will highlight student-athletes who stand out through athletic performance, academics, character, and leadership.This is more than an announcement. It's the beginning of a bigger spotlight for local coaches, athletes, schools, and communities across the Beyond The Blitz coverage area.Watch the full video episode: This episode of Beyond The Blitz: The Clutch is also available in full video on our YouTube channel and Facebook page.Featured Guest: Chris Thompson, Thompson Insurance Agency with Alfa InsuranceHost: Chris BouldinShow: Beyond The Blitz: The Clutch

Scott Battas, CMAA and the AD at Mascoutah High School is back with the 4th installment of our weekly series on how to create a Student Athlete Leadership Team at your school. THIS is The Educational AD Podcast! Thanks for Listeing!

Mike Johnson, Ali Mac, and Beau Morgan let you hear the reaction of a Japanese tourist, who's visiting the U.S. for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, who's trying barbeque for the first time, react to the Division I Cabinet unanimously approving a sweeping overhaul of eligibility rules for student-athletes, permitting Division I student-athletes up to five years of eligibility if they enroll in college no later than the academic year after their 19th birthday, and explain why they think the new eligibility rules should work if kept out of court.

Starting July 1, Fla student-athletes are required to get an EKG. Pediatrician Sal Anzalone joins us to describe how they've organized the testing and what they found so far.

Live from the Louisiana Line Camp in Thibodaux, Louisiana, Nicholls State athletic director Jonathan Terrell joined Sports Talk. Terrell discussed the opportunity for the Colonels to host a huge number of student-athletes during the four major summer camps in Thibodaux.

Scott Battas is BACK with the 2nd Installment of our new series on how he created a top notch Student Athlete Leadership Team at Mascoutah High School. This is a step by step Master Class on how to create an impactful program at your school - THIS is The Educational AD Podcast!

Scott Battas, CMAA is the AD at Mascoutah H.S. and today is the FIRST in a series of podcast interviews where he shares - step by step - how he has put together a truly GREAT Student Athlete Leadership Team! This is The Educational AD Podcast!

Top 3 Stories of the Day: NBA Finals Begin Today, Utah's Lance Holtzclaw Represented Student Athletes in Congressional Hearing Today, Vegas Takes 1-0 Lead in Stanley Cup Finals. 

Today - A former Benson teacher and softball coach is facing both a felony criminal trial and a civil lawsuit that accuses school officials of failing to protect a student athlete.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this NIAAA Pulse, Justin is joined by Jon Winer, CMAA, an author in the Summer 2026 IAA. His article titled "Creating Surplus Value as a High School Student-Athlete" sheds light on ways athletes can transition from only taking value away from a community, and instead start using their talents and energy to positively impact others. You can read the article here if you haven't already! Follow the NIAAA on: Bluesky | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn Music Track: Stadium Rock by Pufino Source: freetouse.com/music Copyright Free Background Music

Dr. John DeWitt was a HS sub, a walk-on who earned a full scholarship, and someone who played in 4 Professional Leagues! He now operates the NIL Sports Hub for Teams, Coaches, Parents and Student Athletes! This is the Toolbox Extra on The Educational AD Podcast!

The landscape of collegiate athletics is facing a massive shake-up. The NAACP has officially issued a call to action, urging Black student-athletes to boycott a major Southern university over ongoing concerns regarding equity, institutional policies, and student welfare. In this episode, we break down the specific demands behind the boycott, the potential impact on high-stakes recruitment, and the broader implications for the future of Southern collegiate sports.We analyze the history of athlete-led protests, how this move by the NAACP compares to past civil rights actions, and what this means for current athletes considering their commitment. Are we witnessing a turning point in how universities are held accountable for their culture and inclusion policies?In this episode, we cover:The specific institutional concerns that triggered the NAACP boycott call.The potential impact on recruitment, NIL deals, and athletic department revenue.Expert analysis: Why the NAACP is focusing on student-athletes as a catalyst for change.The response from university administration and the perspective of current student-athletes.If you want to stay up to date on the intersection of sports, social justice, and higher education, make sure to subscribe, rate, and leave a review!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/chaos-culture-radio--3078307/support.Follow Chaos Culture Radio for real conversations that move culture forward.New episodes every week.Share this episode with someone who needs to hear it.

Register for the Athlete Career Experience (ACE):https://forms.gle/xAcaD2qgnkFu6zVVAStudent-athletes… if you're trying to figure out what comes next after sports, this video is for you.The Athlete Career Experience (ACE) is a new opportunity happening at the 2026 Player Development Summit in Detroit in partnership with Northwestern Mutual – Metro Detroit.This is not just a networking event.This is a real hiring and career opportunity designed specifically for student-athletes and recent graduates interested in business, leadership, and financial services.Northwestern Mutual leadership, directors, and talent acquisition staff will all be in the room and conducting interviews during the experience.Athletes selected for ACE will receive:• Professional headshots• Career and leadership development• Networking opportunities• On-site interviews and career conversations• Access to professionals actively looking to hire athletesWHO SHOULD APPLY:• Juniors• Seniors• Recent graduates• Athletes interested in business, leadership, sales, or financial services• Athletes interested in living and working in Detroit

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Trans. Student Athlete battle continues.

Longtime Coach and AD Missy Smith, CMAA is now the Assistant Executive Director for the Oregon School Activities Association and she's also the Founder of The Playmakers Summit - a tremendous program for Student Athletes and now Coaches and ADs! Check it out today on our Toolbox Extra!

College sports is changing fast. NIL, social media, transfer rules, donor money, brand deals, and youth sports are now connected in ways that did not exist a few years ago.Eric Kasimov talks with Brent Wall, co-founder and CEO of Student Athlete Score, about athlete branding, NIL data, and why personal brand is becoming part of the athlete journey earlier than ever.Topics covered:What Student Athlete Score does for schools, athletes, and brandsWhy NIL still feels like a new Wild WestHow local businesses can work with student-athletesWhy follower counts, engagement, and fake followers all matterThe pressure on young athletes to build a personal brandHow the transfer portal is reshaping recruitingWhy Olympic sports and non-revenue sports face hard questionsWhat athletes can build beyond their playing careersChapters00:00 — Sports towns, fandom, and life around Michigan athletics01:50 — The professionalization of sports at every level03:00 — Why young athletes now have to think about personal brand04:39 — Social media cleanup, exposure, and the pressure on kids06:32 — What Student Athlete Score does07:56 — Measuring athlete value on social media08:35 — How universities use the platform10:05 — AI, discovery, and local brand deals11:39 — NIL education, taxes, and athlete responsibility13:36 — The old Wild West of NIL and the new one15:59 — Compliance, NIL Go, and the fight around regulation16:22 — Eligibility, the five-and-five rule, and college sports consistency19:35 — Tournament expansion, TV money, sports betting, and more games23:00 — What happens to tennis, Olympic sports, and non-revenue programs26:17 — Donor fatigue and the need for NIL ROI29:41 — Why money does not guarantee winning31:19 — The transfer portal and mid-major programs as proving grounds36:00 — International athletes, age gaps, and roster pressure38:49 — Olympic athletes, NIL, and personal brand gaps40:28 — Bots, fake followers, and better data42:31 — Why athlete interests matter to brands43:31 — Building a platform for life after sports44:11 — Youth sports, high school athletes, and brand education46:21 — NIL as a sales and marketing education47:21 — Team dinners, micro-influencers, and local business value50:40 — How Student Athlete Score grew with universities51:26 — New commercial roles inside athletic departments52:57 — Where to find Brent Wall and Student Athlete ScoreConnect with Brent Wall | Student Athlete Score:StudentAthleteScore.comInstagram: @studentathletescore Brent on LinkedIn Connect with Eric & SportsEpreneur:SportsEpreneur.com | X | LinkedInEric on LinkedIn | XRelated SportsEpreneur posts:Youth Sports Has Become a Full-Time Job for Parents | Dave Yoo of Onsides High School Athletes and NIL: The Future of Youth Sports The Real Cost of Youth Sports in 2026 NIL Hub | SportsEpreneur's NIL News, Insights & Resources

In the latest episode of the ITA Student-Athlete Council Podcast for Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Case Western Reserve teammates Rohit Jain and Glen Ngo discuss Glen's upbringing in Honolulu, his transition to college tennis and how his sibling rivalry fueled his love for the sport. Jain, a member of the ITA Student-Athlete Council, shines light on Ngo's move from Hawaii to Cleveland, Ohio, while Ngo outlines how his "bet on yourself" mentality is helping him in his first season of college tennis.

W.P.I.A.L. insider Karlo Zovko comes on The Fan Hotline to share some information regarding rules and regulations in the state of Pennsylvania when a student-athlete decides to transfer from one school to another during their high school years.

When your child is pursuing college or professional athletics, one of the biggest questions parents face is: Do they need an agent—and if so, when? In this episode, I break down the realities behind that decision from both a legal and practical perspective. We'll cover the differences between an agent and sports attorney, when it makes sense to bring in an agent/attorney, and the risks of getting it wrong. I'll also explain how NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) has changed the landscape, what role agents can legally play for student-athletes today, and how parents can protect their child.  Whether your athlete is just starting to get recruited or already competing at a high level, this episode gives you a clear, straightforward framework to make informed decisions—with your child's future in mind.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Coach Gregory Green. Head men’s and women’s tennis coach and REACH advisor at Tuskegee University. Here's a summary of the key themes and highlights:

Full circle moment! My former student-athlete, Kate Daley, is on the pod talking about her journey from college athlete to dual clinician—and how she now helps athletes navigate nutrition, mental health, and recovery.Kate Daley is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Registered Dietitian (RDN), and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist (CEDS). She earned her master's degree from the University of Denver and her undergraduate degree from the University of Connecticut (UConn), where she was a member of the Cross Country and Track & Field teams. Her clinical training included specialized work treating athletes with eating disorders, serving as both a clinical mental health clinician and registered dietitian.Throughout her career, Kate has worked across a variety of treatment settings, including hospitals, athletic departments, private practice, and higher levels of care for both eating disorders and substance use disorders. She currently serves as the Primary Therapist at one of only two residential eating disorder facilities in the country that treat athletes, and she also works with athletes in her private practice, providing both therapy and nutrition services.Kate has presented at conferences and other professional settings on topics including eating disorders, Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (REDs), Safe Exercise at Every Stage (SEES), sports nutrition, sport psychology, and mental health in the context of sport at all levels—from recreational to Olympic. She has experience working with individuals, families, and groups.Her clinical approach is strength-based and rooted in a humanistic, person-centered philosophy. She utilizes evidence-based modalities including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Emotion-Focused Family Therapy (EFFT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).In her dual role as a sport and eating disorder therapist and dietitian, Kate specializes in working with athletes seeking treatment for eating disorders, helping them pursue recovery while continuing in the sport they love.Check out Kate's story here! https://www.thehiddenopponent.org/post/kate-daley-my-un-conventional-comeback-storyLooking to start your career with confidence? Check out the website www.sportsrdsnippets.com to learn more on how I can help you! This episode is sponsored by G2G Protein Bar! If you're a sports RD and are interested in samples, email me at liz@sportsrdsnippets.com or DM Sports RD Snippets on instagram and I'll connect you with Coby Childs for your samples. Looking  to try for yourselves? G2G has also got you covered : Use the code sportsrd15 for 15% your order!  https://g2gbar.com/discount/sportsrd15

Big Money, Big Changes, and Why AJ Dybantsa Picked BYU AJ Dybantsa and just declared for the NBA draft.  We discuss why AJ Dybantsa picked BYU. He’s likely top NBA prospect, and he is reportedly earning millions to play in Provo. Dr. Matthew Bowman, author of Game Changers, dives into the modern reality of college sports and its collision with BYU’s historical values. We explore the massive shifts brought about by NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) deals and how BYU continues to rely on its unique religious culture to recruit top talent. https://youtu.be/EGf8Tya3aQw 0:00 Why AJ Dybantsa Picked BYU 8:45 Protests Against BYU/Recruiting 15:27 Money, Religion, & Sports Don't miss our other discussions with Matthew. https://gospeltangents.com/people/matthew-bowman Copyright © 2026 Gospel Tangents All Rights Reserved The NIL Revolution and the End of the “Student-Athlete” For decades, the NCAA heavily enforced strict amateurism rules—sometimes to absurd lengths, such as penalizing a player for putting cream cheese on a bagel provided by a coach, or suspending players if a fan took them out to dinner. However, recent lawsuits, spearheaded by former players like Ed O’Bannon, have completely dismantled this restrictive system. Today, athletes can legally profit from their likeness and sign massive endorsement deals. Through BYU’s NIL collective “The Royal Blue,” as well as sponsorships like Crumbl Cookies, AJ Dybantsa is set to make around $5 million to play at BYU. More Than Just a Paycheck While the massive payday is undeniable, Dybantsa’s family stated they requested the exact same monetary offer from all the schools recruiting him—including heavyweights like Kansas and Arkansas—so that his final decision wouldn’t strictly be about the highest bidder. Ultimately, Dybantsa chose BYU because of its strong emphasis on family and its supportive environment. His parents, Ace and Chelsea, actually toured the campus first and were highly impressed by what they saw. This family-centric appeal isn’t just for players. Head coach Kevin Young left a highly promising NBA career trajectory to coach at BYU, specifically because the university environment offered a better work-life balance for his family, including not having to work on Sundays. Navigating Race and Religion on Campus let’s look at the complicated history of race in BYU athletics. During the Ernest Wilkinson era in the 1960s and 70s, the school faced federal investigations and intense protests—such as the Wyoming 14 incident—over its virtually all-white teams and the church’s racial priesthood ban. It wasn’t until the last decade that BYU fielded its first all-black starting five in basketball. Today, recruiting has shifted in fascinating ways. While BYU has historically struggled to recruit Black athletes due to the cultural difficulties of the Honor Code, the university is increasingly finding success by recruiting religious non-LDS players. Many Muslim athletes, for instance, find the Honor Code’s strict ban on alcohol perfectly aligned with their own faith. Dybantsa, whose parents have Catholic roots from the Congo and Jamaica, similarly found BYU’s faith-based environment appealing. Other religious players, like Eastern Orthodox athletes, have also explicitly praised the school for supporting their strong personal faith. The Struggle for BYU’s Soul As BYU competes in the Big 12, it faces a philosophical crossroads. Some Ivy League schools chose to stop chasing athletic scholarship money, allowing their sports programs to recede into purely amateur, educational endeavors. But BYU has taken a different path. The university is now grappling with the tension between its original religious mission and the modern reality of operating what critics call “professional teams with schools attached”. To dive deeper into the fascinating intersection of big money, faith, and the future of BYU athletics, catch the full episode on Patreon.com/GospelTangents! Don't miss our other discussions with Matthew. https://gospeltangents.com/people/matthew-bowman Copyright © 2026 Gospel Tangents All Rights Reserved

Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.Today's Host: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) and Co-Host: (ronthe3manweav)Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast:Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676

There is something transformative that happens when we are invited to keep our commitments and give up something we really like for the opportunity to be part of something greater. Trevor Wilson, director and associate dean of Student-Athletes of the BYU Built4Life Center, delivered this devotional address on April 7, 2026. You can access the full talk here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.