Episode 216: "Big T" - Thurl Bailey

10/08/21 • 46 min

Some may know or remember "Big T" Thurl Bailey as the man who was part of the 1983 National Championship team with North Carolina State, who was coached by Coach Jim Valvano. He was drafted in the first round of the NBA draft and played 12 of his 16 professional seasons in the National Basketball Association between the Utah Jazz and Minnesota Timberwolves organizations.

What most don't know however, is the fact that Thurl's basketball talents didn't necessarily come naturally. He had the passion for the sport and the dedication and willingness to get better, but he truly had to WORK at it to be where he's at.

Find out today on the show just how he was able to go from playing 2 seconds a game (the tip offs) in Junior High, to becoming a National Champion in College, to then playing 16 years as a professional (12 of which were in the NBA). It's truly one you want to pay attention to.

Major shoutout to my cousin John Elmer, who helped me land this interview with Thurl. John is a sports fan just like me. And when he was at his local gym working out, he went out of his way to communicate with Thurl who happened to be there too, and got him in contact with me! This interview wouldn't have happened without John's support and willingness to reach out for me! So for that I want to say thanks to John! Love ya man!!

I would love for all to check out Thurl's book, by going to:

https://thurlbailey.com/

I promise you one thing, after listening to this interview, you're going to see exactly why the people of Utah have embraced this man with open arms! He's a man of character, who is well-spoken and respectful to all! I've always had a respect for Thurl, but didn't truly realize how unbelievably impactful he was until I spoke with him!

Enjoy the interview!

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I would love for all to check out Thurl's book, by going to:

https://thurlbailey.com/

Enjoy the interview!

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Episode 215: Case Hatch - Arizona State Fullback

At a very young age (junior in High School), Case was tasked with making a decision that could literally change the trajectory of his future, not only his athletic future, but his academic future as well. When a big named University was recruiting him, asked him to make a decision to NOT serve a church mission, he had to lean on what he truly believed and make a very difficult choice!

In our interview, find out how Case bet on himself and leaned on his beliefs, to make his way to the next level of football! Now he's playing in his third year at Arizona State, as their Fullback and has aspirations to do big things in the sport!

Our interview shows you the importance of hard work and trust, even when you don't have any guarantees of what the outcome may be. But Case will answer some questions I feel younger athletes should all hear and NEED to hear! Please tune in and take notes, you don't want to miss this one!

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Rebecca Harris: Professional Women's Basketball Player

Rebecca Harris is an incredible individual. One who is utilizing her platform to help educate others who may be in a similar situation to her at this point in their lives. Today on the show we're going to find out more about her basketball career and what she's learned along the way.

From starting her career overseas (military family), then coming to the United States, there were some adjustments she had to make. She was used to playing "co-ed" with the boys, and when it took some adjusting to when she came to the US and had to play with the girls, but she did just that, and did it well.

Find out more about her story today on the show as she discusses insight she's taken from playing, from the coaches who have coached her and more. We'll also touch base on her career overseas compared to basketball here in the states. It's a different dynamic for Women than it is for Men when it comes to professional ball, especially overseas! There will be a lot of knowledge shared in this one.

And most importantly, we want you guys to learn about her in the interview, but then learn FROM her through her various outlets and through her new BOOK!! Go check it out at: https://www.rebecca30harris.com/shop

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