Listen "Empowering Lives Through Basketball and Financial Literacy: Evelyn Magley’s Vision"
Episode Synopsis
Evelyn Magley is a history-making visionary, philanthropist, and the first woman to own a professional men’s sports league in the United States. As the owner and CEO of The Basketball League (TBL), she leads an organization that goes beyond professional basketball to provide affordable family entertainment, support local communities, and empower players through life skills education.
In this episode, Evelyn shares her journey from mentoring children in inner-city programs to leading a national sports league with a mission to impact lives. She highlights her innovative TBL Financial Literacy Campaign, which trains players, teams, and executives to teach personal finance, and discusses the importance of financial education as a core life skill. Evelyn’s story is a testament to her commitment to sports, youth development, and community service, offering inspiration and actionable insights for listeners passionate about making a difference.
Guest Links
https://thebasketballleague.net/
https://thebasketballleague.net/news/the-basketball-league-and-national-financial-educators-council-team-unite-to-empower-players-and-communities-with-financial-literacy-education/
https://www.financialeducatorscouncil.org/tbl-financial-literacy/
In this episode, Evelyn shares her journey from mentoring children in inner-city programs to leading a national sports league with a mission to impact lives. She highlights her innovative TBL Financial Literacy Campaign, which trains players, teams, and executives to teach personal finance, and discusses the importance of financial education as a core life skill. Evelyn’s story is a testament to her commitment to sports, youth development, and community service, offering inspiration and actionable insights for listeners passionate about making a difference.
Guest Links
https://thebasketballleague.net/
https://thebasketballleague.net/news/the-basketball-league-and-national-financial-educators-council-team-unite-to-empower-players-and-communities-with-financial-literacy-education/
https://www.financialeducatorscouncil.org/tbl-financial-literacy/
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