Will Coleman on Basketball, Overcoming Self-Doubt, and Being a Girl-Dad

17/09/2025 1h 18min
Will Coleman on Basketball, Overcoming Self-Doubt, and Being a Girl-Dad

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 - Former University of Memphis basketball player and overseas pro, Will Coleman, joins Sandy to share his inspiring journey from a late start in basketball to playing professionally in Europe—and now leading lower and middle school athletics at St. George’s Independent School in Memphis.Will opens up about the mentors who shaped him, the challenges of balancing fatherhood with a pro career, the struggles he had along the way and how he’s redefining success beyond the court.In this episode:Late start in basketball & key mentorsCollege & pro hoops, including EuropeBalancing fatherhood & careerLife after basketball & career transitionParenting lessons as a single dadPhotography as a coping toolResilience, mentorship & role modelingA powerful conversation about honesty, growth, and redefining success beyond after competition ends.Follow Will on social media:Instagram @willcoleman   |    X @willcoleman1988Send us a text. 💬 This episode includes a special message about Sandy’s LinkedIn Makeover service—designed to help professionals show up online with confidence. Want your profile to reflect your expertise and stand out? Book your makeover at sandy-adams.com/linkedin. Grab my new book, "The Visionary Personal Brand Playbook" and start building your brand today.  Grab your copy at sandy-adams.com/playbookSupport the showFollow The 5th Quarter Podcast:Instagram | Threads | X | Facebook | Linkedin | Youtube 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or your favorite platform.📺 Watch on our Youtube channel Connect with us: Website | EmailFollow Host Sandy Adams on Instagram | Linkedin | X | YouTube | Website