Listen "Kiran Singh - Kansas State Women's Soccer"
Episode Synopsis
Summary
Kiran shares her soccer journey from California to Texas to Kansas State, highlighting the impact of her cousins and coaches along the way. She discusses her ACL injury and the challenges of recovery, as well as her experience at UTSA and her transfer to Kansas State. Kiran also talks about her passion for coaching and the importance of bringing energy and fun to the game. She shares her goals for her final year of eligibility and her aspirations to play professional soccer overseas. Kiran reflects on the growth of women's soccer and the accessibility of pro dreams for young girls. She also mentions her jersey number, 11, and its significance to her.Keywordssoccer journey, ACL injury, recovery, transfer, coaching, energy, fun, goals, professional soccer, overseas, women's soccer, accessibility, jersey numberTakeaways
The influence of family and coaches can have a significant impact on a player's soccer journey.
Recovering from a serious injury can be challenging, but it can also instill a sense of gratitude and motivation to make the most of every opportunity.
Coaching can be a rewarding experience, and bringing energy and fun to the game can enhance the players' experience and performance.
Setting goals and maintaining a strong work ethic are important for achieving success in soccer.
The growth of women's soccer and increased accessibility to pro opportunities is inspiring for young girls.
Jersey numbers can hold personal significance and reflect a player's position and identity on the field.
Coaching with Energy and Fun
The Growth of Women's Soccer
"We can teach her how to play soccer, but we can't teach speed."
"Recovery was so hard, but it definitely made me be grateful for every time I get to step on the field."
"Getting a ring is already so hard, but like building a program up and getting one, it just felt like everything you worked for came true."
Chapters
00:00Kiran's Soccer Journey02:04Overcoming Injury and Building Resilience06:09Building a Program and Getting a Ring09:37Coaching with Energy and Fun12:45Goals and Aspirations for the Final Year19:29The Significance of Jersey Number 11
Kiran shares her soccer journey from California to Texas to Kansas State, highlighting the impact of her cousins and coaches along the way. She discusses her ACL injury and the challenges of recovery, as well as her experience at UTSA and her transfer to Kansas State. Kiran also talks about her passion for coaching and the importance of bringing energy and fun to the game. She shares her goals for her final year of eligibility and her aspirations to play professional soccer overseas. Kiran reflects on the growth of women's soccer and the accessibility of pro dreams for young girls. She also mentions her jersey number, 11, and its significance to her.Keywordssoccer journey, ACL injury, recovery, transfer, coaching, energy, fun, goals, professional soccer, overseas, women's soccer, accessibility, jersey numberTakeaways
The influence of family and coaches can have a significant impact on a player's soccer journey.
Recovering from a serious injury can be challenging, but it can also instill a sense of gratitude and motivation to make the most of every opportunity.
Coaching can be a rewarding experience, and bringing energy and fun to the game can enhance the players' experience and performance.
Setting goals and maintaining a strong work ethic are important for achieving success in soccer.
The growth of women's soccer and increased accessibility to pro opportunities is inspiring for young girls.
Jersey numbers can hold personal significance and reflect a player's position and identity on the field.
Coaching with Energy and Fun
The Growth of Women's Soccer
"We can teach her how to play soccer, but we can't teach speed."
"Recovery was so hard, but it definitely made me be grateful for every time I get to step on the field."
"Getting a ring is already so hard, but like building a program up and getting one, it just felt like everything you worked for came true."
Chapters
00:00Kiran's Soccer Journey02:04Overcoming Injury and Building Resilience06:09Building a Program and Getting a Ring09:37Coaching with Energy and Fun12:45Goals and Aspirations for the Final Year19:29The Significance of Jersey Number 11
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