Podcast episodes
Season 1
Episode 5: Living Your Passion with Susan Lax
Susan Lax, Director of Athletics Communications and Public Relations for Football at the University of Kentucky, has been in the Sports Information Industry for over 20 years. Susan takes us through her journey of learning about Sports Information and Media Relations, and her path to working towards her current positions, and how things have changed along the way. Our conversation with Susan gives a great insight to the daily responsibilities of working in the media relations and public relations sector of the sports industry. Susan also shares advice for young student athletes and coaches in the industry on managing themselves in the public light.
Women WINS: Beth DeBauche - Find Your Path
Growing up, Beth DeBauche knew the role that sports could play in communities. Her path to becoming the first female commissioner for the Ohio Valley Conference didn't start working in the sports industry, and her path shows that there isn't just one way to have a career in sports industry. Along with following her own path, Beth talks about the importance of finding joy in your life. "If you follow your passion, joy will follow." Find out more about what a conference commissioner's role can be, and more about Commissioners DeBauche in this episode!
Women WINS Episode 3: Brittney Ezell, Being Real and Making an Impact
Dr. Brittney Ezell, head women's basketball coach at East Tennessee State University, joins Sara & Sarah to talk about... well, lots of great stuff! Coach Ezell shares her philosophies on helping young woman grow and become prepared to take on life after college, the importance of being real, and how practicing gratitude can bring you joy in life.
Celia Slater: Knowing your Authentic Self
In 2014, Celia started True North Sports, an educational and leadership platform for coaches and athletes. Celia's over 30 year career spans her time as a basketball coach, her work in advocating for women, and now her mission to educate coaches in accountability and leadership through finding their authentic self. Join us in this AMAZING conversation with Celia as we discuss everything from knowing your values to how to define gender equality to the importance of positive self talk. For more information about True North Sports, you can find their website and Social Media links below: https://truenorthsports.net/ Facebook - @truenorthsports Instagram - @truenorthsports Twitter - @GoTeamTrueNorth