The Upstate Athlete Podcast

013: Southeastern Scramble: Bringing the Best Jiu Jitsu Athletes in the South to 10th Planet - Manny Vazquez and Sergio Lopez, 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu

Welcome TUA SEASON 2! Today, Kaipo talks with pro MMA and Jiu Jitsu Athletes Manny Vazquez and Sergio Lopez. Manny and Sergio are the partners that own 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Greenville, an up and coming school home to some of the best talents in the region. On this episode, Manny and Sergio talk about their backgrounds and how their experiences led them to founding the school in 2021. As a way to provide a platform for the underrepresented talent of the Upstate, Manny and Sergio are hosting the first Southeastern Scramble event. This submission only competition will highlight the region's best jiu jitsu competitors with hopes to bring the Upstate into the National Spotlight. Southeastern Scramble will take place on April 8th, 2023 at 10th Planet Greenville. The team will be broadcasting online on Youtube and Facebook Live, so be sure to check it out in the tags below! 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Greenville Contact Number: ⁠( [https://www.google.com/search?gs_ssp=eJzj4tVP1zc0TC5OMkzKMCwxYLRSNaiwsDC1MDJNtbRItTQwSzZOszKoSDVMtrAwNDOxSDZITrU0MfLiKynKTMssUUhKLEpKzckBAKsbFF8&q=trifit+barbell&oq=trifit+ba&aqs=chrome.1.0i355i512j46i175i199i512j69i57j0i22i30j0i10i15i22i30j0i390l2.2549j0j1&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8#]864) 236-8000 [https://www.google.com/search?gs_ssp=eJzj4tVP1zc0LCgzSjcpKc4yYLRSNaiwsDC1MEoxMkuxNDFLNLcwtTKoSLMwMTZLNTAyMAJRaRZeYoYGJRkKBTmJeaklCulFqal5ZZk5OakATDkW0g&q=10th+planet+greenville&oq=10th+planet&aqs=chrome.1.0i355i512j46i175i199i512j69i57j0i512j46i175i199i512j0i512j46i175i199i512l2j0i457i512j0i402.4945j0j4&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8#] Email: 10thplanetjjgreenville@gmail.com [info@trifitbarbell.com] @SESSubOnly @10thPlanetJJ_Greenville @SergioDLopez10P @MannyVazquezMMA

012: Strength Coach Becomes Champion Powerlifter AND Bodybuilder - Chad Delaney, Owner, TriFit Barbell & Cognitive Fitness

Today, Kaipo talks with TriFit Barbell owner Chad Delaney. Chad is one of the premier strength coaches in the Upstate and has found unique success as an athlete himself. He has been a mainstay in the region as a champion Powerlifter over the last few years. This past summer, he took on a new challenge and became a Two-Time champion Bodybuilder winning two shows in two states. On this episode, Chad shares how his experience as an athlete helps him bring out the best in the clients an athletes he coaches. Chad helps people get stronger through his gym TriFit Barbell as well as his online coaching effort Cognitive Fitness.  Want to work with Chad? Reach out with the info below! Trifit Barbell Instagram: @trifitbarbell Chad's Instagram: @the_coach_chad Contact Number: (864) 520-1202 [https://www.google.com/search?gs_ssp=eJzj4tVP1zc0TC5OMkzKMCwxYLRSNaiwsDC1MDJNtbRItTQwSzZOszKoSDVMtrAwNDOxSDZITrU0MfLiKynKTMssUUhKLEpKzckBAKsbFF8&q=trifit+barbell&oq=trifit+ba&aqs=chrome.1.0i355i512j46i175i199i512j69i57j0i22i30j0i10i15i22i30j0i390l2.2549j0j1&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8#] Email: info@trifitbarbell.com [info@trifitbarbell.com]

011: TR's Hall of Fame Champion Bike Racer Develops Next Generation - Randy Hawkins, Yamaha AmPro Factory Racing

This week's guest is 7-Time National Champion and AMA Hall of Fame Motorcyclist Randy Hawkins. Randy is a legend of the sport. He has had success on the national and international racing scene while proudly representing not only the Upstate, but his hometown of Traveler's Rest. After a prolific career where he found success on 3 different racing teams, he is now the head of the Yamaha Factory Racing Team. On this episode, Randy shares his story and how he's using the lessons learned in his career to bring up the next generation in his sport with Yamaha. AmPro Yamaha Website: https://www.amproyamaha.com/2022/5/2/3ncsyeobm0l9jictlibcj008n5x9al Instagram: @AmProYamaha

010: Upstate Athlete to Open School in Pennsylvania - Matt DeHart, Founder, Teach from DeHart Academy

On this episode, Kaipo talks with Teacher, Founder, and CEO Matt DeHart. As a former college hooper at BJU, Matt has always brought energy and enthusiasm to his calling as an educator. Fondly known in the Upstate as Mr. DeHart, Matt has founded the Teach From DeHart Foundation, a non-profit based on creating opportunities for students to 1) receive a world class education, 2) develop of skills that create and execute goals, and 3) receive helping hand to fill any gaps need. Since founding TFD, an opportunity arose for Matt and his team to acquire and renovate a school in Arnold, Pennsylvania, a town with a 40% poverty rate. Projected to open in 2025, The Teach From DeHart Academy will serve the community of Arnold by implementing an education system targeting and equipping the entire family unit.  It's an unbelievable story. You have to listen to the passion in this man's voice. Teach From DeHart Foundation Email: matt@teachfromdehart.org Website: https://www.teachfromdehart.org/tfda-arnold

009: How to Become a Professional Soccer Player - Aaron Walker, Captain, Greenville Triumph

On today’s episode of The Upstate Athlete Podcast, Dr. Kaipo Sotelo hosts Aaron Walker, a midfielder and captain for the Greenville Triumph SC. Aaron speaks about his journey through club and intercollegiate soccer to becoming a professional footballer. After years of combines, Aaron was picked up by an Icelandic team for a year. His next contract was with FC Cincinnati where he fulfilled a one year contract and where he first connected with coach John Harkes. 2019 was Greenville Triumph SC’s inaugural season and John Harkes had accepted the position as Head Coach. Soon after, Coach Harkes invited Aaron to sign with the Triumph where he’s been ever since. Though he faced many setbacks, Aaron’s passion for the game of soccer, paired with incredible determination, ultimately led to his success.