Blue Chip Academy - Presented by L.I.G. Sports Group
🎙️ Blue Chip Academy Podcast
Hosted by Justin King & Ryan Mundy
The Blue Chip Academy Podcast is your premier guide to navigating the modern sports business landscape. Hosted by Justin King—former 5-star recruit, NFL veteran, and Power Five recruiting coordinator—and Ryan Mundy—Super Bowl champion, NFL veteran, and accomplished entrepreneur—the show delivers insider knowledge from two professionals who have excelled both on the field and in the boardroom.
We aim to empower athletes and sports professionals to become "blue chip assets"—highly desirable and valuable individuals in the sports ecosystem. We delve into topics such as recruiting strategies, NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) opportunities, transfer portal navigation, athlete branding, and career development beyond sports.
Through candid conversations, expert interviews, and real-world insights, we provide listeners with the tools and knowledge to make informed decisions and capitalize on opportunities in the ever-evolving sports industry.
Whether you're an aspiring athlete, a current professional, or someone interested in the business of sports, the Blue Chip Academy Podcast offers valuable perspectives to help you succeed.
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Blue Chip Academy - Presented by L.I.G. Sports Group
From A Kid With An Attitude To An Excellent Player
Our special guest today is Jamie Smith, a former college basketball player and a coach, a founder of Katalyst and BrandME, a branding firm for athletes and entertainers.
We are talking about her specific athletic journey, her very unique, bold and competitive personality and excellent perception that led her to being a very successful coach and entrepreneur.
Her main goal as a coach is to be authentic and original, to be “the players’ coach”, the one who is bonded with the players and always there for them no matter what. Tune in to hear more!
Highlights:
[00:00] Who is Jamie Smith?
[03:17] Jamie’s athletic journey
[07:19] Recruiting process – the importance of authenticity
[14:08] Troublemaker attitude and obsessive competitiveness
[22:00] Handling too competitive and rough-around-the-edges kids as a coach
[26:26] A good coach deals with their own insecurities
[29:22] A coach must be there for their players
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