Above The Whistle
Welcome to Above The Whistle. The podcast that takes you beyond the X's and O's and into the mindset of greatness as we sit down with coaches/athletic directors/former players across the country.
Above The Whistle
World Champion Greco-Roman Wrestling Ben Kjar: Born to Stand Out
Ben Kjar was born with Crouzons syndrome (a craniofacial anomaly), and as a young boy the doctors told him that he would live a different life.....and that’s exactly what he’s done!! Ben has risen above any of life’s challenges and become a Victor not a victim. He believes in being disobedient to average and in a world where most people try to fit in, Ben tries to teach us to STAND OUT!
Ben was Utah Valley University’s first-ever NCAA Division 1 Wrestling All-American. This year, at 40 yrs old Ben represented the USA at the World Championships in Greece and became a World Champion in Greco-Roman Wrestling and won a silver medal in Freestyle Wrestling. Ben's ignited passion serves as a beacon for his adopted children, a living example that actions echo louder than words. We traverse through this inspirational landscape, discussing the fine line between personal passions and familial commitments, pondering over the sacrifices made and the legacies etched along the way.
Wrapping up, we peek into the anticipation surrounding Ben's documentary project, a testament to the legacies we carve through our stories and actions. With the potential to reach millions, the documentary stands as a living journal, a legacy in motion. Through the lens of this upcoming project, we consider how platforms like Netflix could catapult such personal narratives into a global phenomenon, inspiring countless others to embrace their unique paths and leave indelible marks on the world. Join us for this episode full of motivation, celebration of individuality, and the transformative power of legacy.
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