Athlete Bridge Network Podcast

Former College Hooper Brandyn Chambers Gives Advice To Lightly Recruited Athletes and Walk Ons

Former Quincy, Missouri Western and Columbia College hooper Brandyn Chambers tells his college basketball recruiting story. This episode is great for any athlete that is thinking about walking on at a college or hasn't yet received an offer from a college. Brandyn describes his 3 types of lightly recruited/walk on college athletes. Brandyn discusses the importance of self evaluation and a strong grasp of reality during your recruiting process.

Former College Volleyball Coach Kayla Ruff Talks Recruitment Tips & Her Own Recruitment Process

Former University of Mary and Morningside University Volleyball Coach Kayla Ruff joins the podcast and drops great college recruitment knowledge. Coach Ruff played college volleyball at Western Illinois University and Missouri Western State University. This podcast episode has great information and tidbits for recruits as Coach Ruff brings a wealth of knowledge from her playing and coaching experiences.

Episode 12: Overseas Pro Hooper Jamani Pierce Talks College Recruitment & Professional Experience

Overseas Pro Hooper Jamani Pierce Talks College Recruitment & Professional Experience. Jamani currently plays professionally in Azerbaijan and has also had experience playing in Switzerland, Georgia and Armenia. Jamani discusses his recruiting process coming out of Thornton Township High School in the Chicagoland area. Jamani has played collegiately for Illinois Central College, Clarion University and Eastern New Mexico University. This is a great interview to watch for any athletes wanting to learn more about the recruiting process, JUCO life, the D2 experience at two different universities, and the process to play professionally overseas.

Episode 11: Adrian College Men’s Volleyball Head Coach Jose Soto Talks Recruiting Tips & More

Adrian College Men's Volleyball Head Coach Jose Soto Jr. gives great advice and insight on the college recruitment process. We discuss what to put on a recruiting emails, what to put on highlight videos, and so much more. We also dive into Coach Soto's own college recruitment coming out of high school in Chicago. Coach Soto played volleyball in college at Culver-Stockton College. So many gems are dropped throughout the entirety of this podcast. This is a must listen to anyone who is about to enter or is currently in the recruiting process. We really appreciate Coach Soto taking the time to chat and we wish him and his team at Adrian College the best of luck this season.

Episode 10: Benedictine University Soccer Alum Eric Lukitsh on His Recruiting Story

Former Benedictine University (Lisle, Illinois) soccer player Eric Lukitsh joins the podcast. Benedictine University is a D3 college that competes in the NACC. This provides insight on what it is like to play college soccer and Eric's recruiting story.

Episode 9: Former NAIA Volleyball Player Grant Thompson on the NAIA Experience and Recruiting

Former Culver-Stockton College Volleyball Player Grant Thompson joins the show and goes over what it's like to play at the NAIA level. Grant discusses why he thinks that playing at the NAIA can be overlooked and underrated. This episode is great for any high school or college athlete that hasn't explored or considered any NAIA schools.

Episode 8: College Recruiting and Mentorship Talk

Athlete Bridge Network Founder Wes Mitter goes over the reason why he started ABN and who exactly ABN is for. 

Episode 7: Cal Poly Softball Player Juju Sargent Gives Recruiting Tips & Insight on Student Athlete Life

Cal Poly Softball Player Juju Sargent joins the podcast and gives great information on her recruiting process and the day to day life as a D1 Athlete. Juju goes over the small details on what got her an offer to play at Cal Poly. This podcast is a great listen for any student athlete looking for that edge to help them in the recruiting process. 

Episode 6: Pro Hooper Xavier Newson On His College and Overseas Pro Journey

Pro Overseas Hooper Xavier Newson talks about his college recruiting experience and what his experience has been playing overseas. X is currently playing in Spain after stops in Kosovo and Georgia. We talk about the basketball scene in his hometown Peoria, Illinois. This podcast episode is great for any hooper looking for practical information on what it's like to play pro ball overseas. We talk about training camps, practices, play styles etc. 

Episode 5: College Basketball Head Coach Daniel Wheeler on Recruiting Tips and How to Earn Playing Time in College

East Central University Men's Head Basketball Coach Daniel Wheeler stops by and drops incredibly insightful recruiting gems and wisdom. This episode is a must listen for any high school or JUCO athlete wanting to play at a 4 year school. This episode is also a great listen for any athlete looking to excel in their current role in high school or college.