SponsorsMomentous - Get 20% off your purchase at livemomentous.com when you enter code PLAYBOOK20Mateina - Go to drinkmateina.com/PLAYBOOK for a discount on any purchase.SummaryIn this conversation, Brandyn Curry shares his journey from a sports-loving family in New Jersey to becoming a professional basketball player. He discusses the challenges he faced during his transition from high school to college basketball, the importance of perseverance during tough times, and the realities of aiming for a professional career. Brandyn also reflects on his experiences playing internationally, the life lessons learned from different cultures, and the identity crisis that can occur after an athlete's career ends due to injury. He discusses the emotional and practical challenges faced during this transition, the importance of support networks, and the resources provided by the SHIELD Foundation to assist athletes in their career changes. Brandyn emphasizes resilience, the significance of mental health, and the entrepreneurial spirit that athletes possess, while also highlighting the collaborative efforts with institutions like Notre Dame to create a supportive environment for former athletes.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Technical Setup01:15 Early Sports Involvement and Transition to Basketball05:13 Overcoming Challenges and Bench Time06:46 Transitioning from High School to College Basketball10:00 Aiming for Professional Basketball12:39 Transitioning from College to Professional Basketball14:32 Life Lessons from International Play16:11 Integrating into New Cultures and Teams19:24 Preparing for Life After Basketball20:48 Identity Crisis and Injury Challenges23:13 Navigating Identity After Injury26:29 The Importance of Support Networks30:02 Transitioning to New Careers36:10 Building Trust with Institutions38:43 Goals and Future AspirationsRelevant Links & ContactLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandyn-curry-a807b7142/Website: https://lifeafternotredame.com“Driven” by Douglas Brackmann: https://www.amazon.com/Driven-Understanding-Harnessing-Entrepreneurs-Athletes/dp/1619616939Follow The Next Playbook www.TheNextPlaybook.comInstagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | Podcast | Blog

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