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How the Mental Game can Change the Physical Game
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How the Mental Game can Change the Physical Game

Jess Hanson, Cherry Creek Girls Lacrosse Coach, started a company called COGNELITE that helps athletes train. But instead of training their body, Hanson focuses on the mind.
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Coaching Corner takes the lessons learned from the game and applies them to life. It’s a space where fans discover how principles like teamwork, resilience, and strategy can enhance their personal journeys. From chefs to personal trainers and performance coaches, the focus is on how the love of the game and the embodiment of championship translates into everyday growth, health, and performance. Coaching Corner helps fans use the wisdom of sports to tackle life’s challenges, offering guidance to lead a fulfilling and balanced life both on and off the field.

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The Three Things You Need to Consider Before Your Freshman Season

The Three Things You Need to Consider Before Your Freshman Season

The season is in full swing, and college is right around the corner. Every year, thousands of aspiring student-athletes leap into college, but are you truly prepared? It's not just about what you do on the field. It's about the bigger picture.
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September 2025
Athletes
Podcast promo image featuring Mikayla (left) and Devontae Ford (right) with the title “The Talk” and tagline “Building a Brand as a College Athlete.” Logos for Fan Day Nation and Elevation are also displayed.

From the Track to the Timeline: Devonte Ford on Life After Athletics

In the premiere episode of The Talk by Elevation, host Mikayla sits down with Devonte Ford, a former D1 hurdler from Texas Tech, to explore the journey from college athletics to life beyond the track. Ford’s story is one of perseverance, personal ...
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September 2025
The Fan Zone
Unlocking Your Blueprint: How Genetic Testing Is Changing the Game for Athletes

Unlocking Your Blueprint: How Genetic Testing Is Changing the Game for Athletes

What if the secret to better health, longer careers, and improved athletic performance was written in your DNA? In this episode of Gridiron Unfiltered, host Danny Davis sits down with Tripp Parks, founder of Through Fire Wellness Solutions, for a ...
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September 2025
Coaches
Red graphic shaped like a house labeled “The Collaborative Village,” supported by two pillars: “Player Pillar: Character” and “Coach Pillar: Culture,” set against a blurred football field background.

The Collaborative Village: Redefining Success in College Athletics

In today’s rapidly changing world of college athletics, one concept stands out as a foundation for long-term success: the Collaborative Village. Spearheaded by Travis Taylor, this model shifts the focus away from isolated achievements and toward b...
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September 2025
Habit Hub
Meal Prep for Men Who Don’t Meal Prep

Meal Prep for Men Who Don’t Meal Prep

Meal prep has a reputation for being all or nothing. Spend hours on Sunday with matching containers and color-coded labels or wing it for the week and hope for the best. But there’s a middle ground that works, especially for men who want structure...
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September 2025
The Fan Zone
Fan Day Nation Launches Athlete & Coach Promotion Services: Professional Branding and Media Support for Every Stage of the Journey

Fan Day Nation Launches Athlete & Coach Promotion Services: Professional Branding and Media Support for Every Stage of the Journey

Fan Day Nation proudly announces the launch of its Athlete & Coach Promotion Services, a first-of-its-kind program designed to empower athletes and coaches at every level, from youth players taking their first steps in competition to professio...
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September 2025

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