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Athletes To Visionaries

Athletes To Visionaries

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 Athletes to Visionaries is a podcast about navigating modern sport with clarity and perspective. Hosted by former elite athlete and advisor Morgan Jones, the show explores identity, pressure, NIL, early visibility, and life beyond competition, and how today’s athletes, families, and leaders are making sense of it all.

Through honest conversations with athletes, coaches, parents, and industry leaders, the podcast looks at sport not just as a performance system, but as a platform for growth, leadership, and long-term development. This is about helping people understand the journey while the game is still being played.Copyright Hi Hello Labs Network Careers Economics Personal Success Self-Help Success
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  • 3. Don’t Chase Highlights: Coach Kim Davis-Powell on Building Real Players

    3. Don’t Chase Highlights: Coach Kim Davis-Powell on Building Real Players
    Apr 27 2026
    What’s REALLY happening to youth basketball, NIL, and the future of athletes?

    In this episode of Athletes to Visionaries, Morgan Jones sits down with legendary girls basketball coach Kim Davis—leader in AAU basketball, Nike EYBL board member, McDonald’s All-American Selection Committee member, and founder of Essence Basketball.

    With over 30 years of experience, Coach Kim has:
    • Sent 250+ athletes to college on scholarship
    • Coached 75+ All-Americans
    • Developed 15+ WNBA players
    This conversation breaks down the REAL issues in modern sports:
    01:16 – How she got into coaching & early beginnings
    12:15 – NIL era: Is education getting lost?
    16:31 – Why fundamentals are disappearing in basketball
    23:03 – Top 3 priorities for parents raising athletes
    33:04 – Fixing the transfer portal system
    39:22 – How to choose the RIGHT coach or program
    50:37 – Turning failure into opportunity
    58:40 – Coach Kim’s vision for the future of the game

    Coach Kim also shares powerful stories about developing WNBA talent like Erica Wheeler, her experiences on the EYBL circuit, and what it really takes to succeed at the highest level.

    This episode is for athletes, parents, coaches, and anyone navigating the evolving world of sports.

    If you want to understand where the game is headed—and how to stay grounded in the process—this is the conversation you need.


    LIKE | COMMENT | SUBSCRIBE for more conversations that help athletes transition into their next chapter.


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    This podcast was produced and sponsored by Hi Hello Labs: www.hihellolabs.com

    Connect with Morgan:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morganjonesvision/
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/morganjonesvision/

    Website: https://morganmjones.com/

    Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@morganjonesvision
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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • 2. From Athlete to ESPN Analyst: Brooke Weisbrod on Identity, Injury & Reinvention

    2. From Athlete to ESPN Analyst: Brooke Weisbrod on Identity, Injury & Reinvention
    Apr 13 2026
    From pro athlete dreams to a 20+ year career in sports broadcasting, Brooke Weisbrod shares the untold truth about what it takes to reinvent yourself after sports.In this powerful episode of Athletes to Visionaries, host Morgan Jones sits down with one of the most experienced voices in NCAA basketball and the WNBA to talk about identity, adversity, and building a career beyond the game.

    Brooke opens up about:
    • Losing her athletic identity after a career-ending injury
    • The mental health struggles athletes face post-career
    • How she broke into sports broadcasting with ZERO experience
    • The harsh feedback that changed her life forever
    • Why authenticity is the key to winning in the NIL era
    • Behind-the-scenes moments covering college basketball & the WNBA
    • Advice for athletes who want to get into broadcasting

    This episode is for athletes, creators, entrepreneurs, and anyone trying to find purpose after a major life transition.

    If you're navigating life after sports, this is a MUST watch.

    COMMENT BELOW:
    What was your biggest takeaway from Brooke’s story?
    SUBSCRIBE for more conversations that help athletes transition into their next chapter.

    FOLLOW US:
    Athletes to Visionaries Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/athletestovisionaries/
    Morgan Jones: https://www.instagram.com/morganjonesvision/

    Connect with Morgan:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morganjonesvision/
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/morganjonesvision/

    Website: https://morganmjones.com/

    Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@morganjonesvision
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    59 mins
  • 1. When The Game Becomes Your Identity

    1. When The Game Becomes Your Identity
    Mar 23 2026
    The world of youth sports is changing fast. Early specialization. NIL deals. Social media pressure. Rankings at younger ages than ever before.

    In this episode of Athletes to Visionaries, Morgan Jones breaks down what’s really happening in today’s sports culture—and what athletes, parents, and coaches need to understand to navigate it.

    Drawing from her journey as a Top 10 nationally ranked basketball player, Division I athlete, and former professional, Morgan walks through the 4 key phases of an athlete’s development:
    • Phase 1: Environment & Belonging (1:56)
    • Phase 2: Trajectory & Exposure (10:00)
    • Phase 3: Identity, Performance & Pressure (22:31)
    • Phase 4: Transformation & Purpose Beyond Sport (32:00)
    This episode dives deep into:
    • Youth sports development and athlete identity
    • The impact of NIL and early exposure
    • Performance anxiety and pressure in college athletics
    • Life after sports and athlete transition
    • How parents and coaches shape confidence and identity
    • Why purpose matters more than performance
    Whether you're a student-athlete, former athlete, parent, or coach—this episode will help you reframe what sport is really about.

    Sport is not the finish line—it’s the platform. Subscribe for more conversations on athlete mindset, identity, leadership, and life after sports.

    Follow Us:
    Athletes to Visionaries
    Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/athletestovisionaries/
    Morgan Jones: https://www.instagram.com/morganjonesvision/

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    Special thanks to our partners: Hi Hello Labs in Orlando, Florida, for powering and producing this show.

    Sponsored by: Hi Hello Labs Produced at: Hi Hello Labs

    Connect with Morgan:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morganjonesvision/
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/morganjonesvision/

    Website: https://morganmjones.com/

    Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@morganjonesvision
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    45 mins
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