Athlete Plus

By UF Institute for Coaching Excellence

Information about the people, stories, and science behind the athletes.

Presented by the University of Florida Institute for Coaching Excellence

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Lauren Clayborne || Taking a Chance on Yourself

Athlete PlusDec 14, 2022

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Clark Kellogg || Transitioning After Injury

Clark Kellogg, a former NBA player and current college basketball analyst for CBS Sports, joins Kevin Carr for another episode of the HIT show. Kellogg has years of experience in the basketball industry, both as a player and a commentator. He is also the voice of the popular video game, NBA 2k. Throughout the podcast, he shares his experiences from his time at Ohio State University, the Indiana Pacers, and the transition from player to commentator after his playing career ended prematurely. Kellogg shares insights on skills and attributes that are necessary to excel in the broadcasting industry and stories about his personal transition from player to commentator. More about Clark Kellogg can be found here.

Dec 28, 202257:41

Lauren Clayborne || Taking a Chance on Yourself

On this episode of the HIT Show from Athlete+, Kevin Carr speaks with Lauren Clayborne, the Director of Community Relations and Player Programs for the Golden State Warriors. Clayborne, a Detroit native, talks about her many transitions through her young life, from her time as a student at Michigan State University to her current role with the Warriors. Throughout the podcast, she shares the importance of maintaining relationships and the importance of embracing every life experience, regardless of the role you are in.

Read Lauren’s book here!

Connect with Lauren on LinkedIn here.

Dec 14, 202257:33

Stacey Garcia || Exposure to Sport Media

Kevin Carr and Stacey Garcia meet to discuss Garcia’s background, her current role as the Senior Director of Athlete Brand Partnerships at The SpringHill Company, and the numerous roles she previously served as a Talent Producer earlier in her career. Throughout the podcast, she provides insights and advice for students and young workers on how to be successful in the sporting industry. She highlights the importance of finding the right individuals and identifying who can benefit you and your company in the talent producing industry. More information can be found on her LinkedIn page attached here: www.linkedin.com/in/staceyjgarcia/

Nov 30, 202201:12:29

Lou Amundson || Passion for Sports and Art

Kevin Carr meets with former professional basketball player Lou Amundson to talk about his NBA career, his journey from high school ball to college ball at UNLV and eventually to the pros, and his ongoing transition to the next phase of his life. Amundson played professional basketball for 12 years (2006-2018), 10 of which were as an NBA player. Amundson is now using his transition to learn and grow as an individual outside of the world of sport. He cites the importance of finding interest outside of sports and the importance of always showing courage and commitment. More about Lou Amundson can be found here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lou_Amundson

Nov 16, 202258:46

Israel Teoldo da Costa || Evolution of Tactics

Dr. Israel Teoldo Da Costa, a Brazilian research scientist that focuses primarily on soccer and the development of its athletes, meets with Dr. Michael Sagas at the University of Florida. Sagas and Da Costa focus on Da Costa’s background, his Federal University in Brazil, the opportunities that the University provides for students, as well as different softwares that have been implemented across the world to improve tactical decision making in soccer. Da Costa is an expert in his field and has provided coaches and industry workers with books, websites, and softwares to help improve the skill level and development of soccer players from youth leagues to professional clubs. Dr. Da Costa provided his websites in the podcast and the links can be found below.
● nucleofutebol.ufv.br/en/
● www.tacticup.com.br/en/

Oct 19, 202239:02

Hazel Clark || Family in Sport

Hazel Clark, a former Florida Gator, joins Kevin Carr for another episode of the HIT Show. Clark, the daughter of famous inner city principal Joe Louis Clark, is a three time Olympian, winning five NCAA titles, seven national titles, and was inducted into the UF Athletic Hall of Fame as a Gator Great. Clark talks about her time as a track star and her transition into her new life as a mother and wife. She is currently working as the Director of Global Sales and Business Development for the Bermuda Tourism Authority.

This episode was produced by the Wasdin Speaker Series.

Sep 28, 202256:12

Dwight Howard || Longevity in Professional Sports

Kevin Carr, founder and CEO of Pro2CEO, is joined by Dwight Howard, former #1 overall pick in the 2004 NBA Draft. Carr highlights all of Howard’s accolades throughout his career, while Howard provides advice on how to stay in shape, how to be successful in the sport industry, and how important giving back to the community as a professional athlete is.

This episode was produced by the Wasdin Speaker Series.

Aug 31, 202240:17