Champions Corner Ep. 10 – Curtis Cobb III | From 46-Point Nights to Life After BasketballIn this episode of Champions Corner: Spotlight Stories, host John Adams sits down with Curtis Cobb III, a former Division I standout and professional basketball player from Fall River, Massachusetts. Curtis reflects on his journey through Fall River, Wilbraham & Monson Academy, Fairfield, UMass, and Wagner—highlighting lessons in consistency, faith, injury recovery, and mental growth.After college, Curtis went on to play professionally in Portugal and Vietnam, but unexpected injuries forced him to reevaluate what success meant beyond the court. We talk about the grind, the blessings of the game, the role of faith, and how he’s now pouring back into his community through mentorship.Don’t forget to follow the channel for more spotlight stories!!Timestamps:(0:00) – Trailer(3:41) – Introduction(4:53) – Wilbraham & Monson Academy: Foundational Years(9:27) – Fairfield University: Transition into College, Mentors, Consistency, Work Ethic(16:41) - 46-Point Game vs. Manhattan(21:28) – Transferring to UMass & Redshirting Season(29:43) – Wagner & 5th Year Growth - Leadership, Career Highs(32:46) - Reflection on all 3 Colleges & Collegiate Career(35:51) - First Generation College Student & Covid Times Delaying his Professional Career(40:25) - Covid Times Continued & Elite Group that Pushed each other during Unknown Times(43:56) – Going Pro in Portugal. The Call, Embracing the Culture, Exceeding at the Professional Level(47:55) - Lessons from Injuries, Embracing Setbacks, Faith being Challenged, Perspective Conversations(54:58) – Vietnam 3v3 & TBT Tournament, Basketball brought him All Around the World58:36 - Reflecting on What the Game Gave to Him, Blessings (1:00:44) – Season-Ending Injury & The Pivot, Life After the Game, Hanging up the Shoes1:02:34 - Transition Talk Further, Golf & Mentoring, Giving Back(1:08:27) – Faith Conversation1:14:44 - Fall River Roots & Reflection on what the City has Given to Him(1:18:33) – Final Question & Closing Remarks

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