In this conversation, Falyn Fonoimoana shares her journey from childhood dreams of playing volleyball to becoming a professional athlete.

In this conversation, Irene Gardner shares her journey from playing basketball to discovering rugby in college, eventually representing the national team.

In this conversation, Naya Tapper shares her journey from a military upbringing to becoming a two-time Olympian in rugby.

In this conversation, Taylor Dean shares her journey from a young figure skater to a two-time national champion and her transition into a career in media relations within the sports industry.

Katrina Monton, a former water polo player for Canada's national team, discusses her journey in the sport and the challenges she faced in transitioning to life after athletics.

Fritz Nugent, a former track and field athlete and coach, discusses his journey in the sport and the multidisciplinary approach he takes in coaching his athletes. He shares how he got involved with track and field, his experiences in various events, and his training for the decathlon.

In this conversation, Derika sits down with her own Leadership Development Coach, Karin Blair. Derika and Karin discuss their own journeys of transition and identity after leaving their respective careers in sports and corporate.

Kasey McCravey discusses her journey from high school softball to playing rugby for the United States Army. She emphasizes the importance of the people she played with and the support she received from coaches and teammates.

In this podcast episode, Derika interviews former NFL player Patrick DiMarco, who shares his journey from a multi-sport youth athlete to a professional football career.

Christina Ng discusses her experience with nine-man volleyball, a sport that originated in the Chinese community. Christina shares her personal journey in the sport, from playing at a young age to participating in the national tournament for 20 years.

Deven O'Crump shares her journey in rugby, from starting in college to playing at the highest level on the national team. She discusses the welcoming and supportive rugby community, the steep learning curve of the sport, and the different positions she played. Deven also talks about the differences between 15s and 7s rugby, the sacrifices she made to pursue her rugby career, and the moments she is most proud of.

In this episode, Brian Alexander shares his journey from a young water polo enthusiast to a seasoned mental performance consultant. He discusses his early experiences with the sport, including the challenges and setbacks that fueled his determination to succeed.

Joining me in this episode is the incredible Jenn Ryan, an IV and injectable therapy nurse and powerhouse in the CrossFit community. Jenn shares her journey from reluctantly starting CrossFit after losing a bet to becoming a celebrated athlete on the Games podium to her passion that she’s leaning into now in her career. We dive into her sports-filled childhood, her unwavering discipline, and the importance of community in her fitness journey. Jenn offers advice for athletes transitioning out of competitive sports and insights into finding your community, organizing your nutrition routine and grappling with the identity shift that comes with redefining yourself outside of sport. Get ready for an inspiring and motivational conversation with Jenn Ryan!

In our latest episode, Ryan shares how she discovered rugby in Australia and made it all the way to join the US national team. She opens up about the sacrifices, challenges, and triumphs on her path to feeling worthy of her place. Ryan also discusses her transition from rugby to firefighting and finding fulfillment in a purpose-driven career. Hear her insights on work-life balance, the journey of elite athletes, and her personal growth goals.

Join us in today's episode as we chat with Cal Bouchard, a basketball star turned executive coach. From street hockey and T-ball to the Olympics, Cal’s journey is all about perseverance and determination.Discover the pivotal moments, influential coaches, and major transitions she navigated both on and off the court.Get inspired by her incredible story and the valuable lessons she shares. Don't miss it!