LG Transparent Conversations

Centralization and Integration of Mental Health Support Q&A

In this episode, LG explores the critical importance of centralizing and integrating mental health support within student-athlete communities, exploring strategies to foster a supportive environment and enhance overall well-being, in schools, at home, and beyond. Host Taylor Rooks, alongside panelists Victoria Garrick Browne, Dr. Katie Nichols and Eric Gross sit down to discuss student-athlete mental health at the 2024 Women’s Volleyball Championship in Louisville, Kentucky. Taylor Rooks Host & Moderator  Victoria Garrick Browne 2024 Forbes 30 Under 30 recipient; TEDx speaker of the viral talk “The Hidden Opponent”; Founder of The Hidden Opponent, a nonprofit for athlete mental health; Former D1 athlete and PAC-12 Champion with USC Women’s Volleyball Team; Podcast host of Real Pod; Social media influencer with 2M+ followers, known for #RealPost; Featured in Forbes, Women’s Health, and The New York Times; National speaker touring universities to destigmatize mental health and promote authenticity Dr. Katie Nichols Director of Mental Performance, Louisville Athletics and UofL Health; Former Mental Performance Coach, Amplos and Clemson Athletics; Coordinator for Student-Welfare and Development, University of Notre Dame; Award-Winning Mental Performance Coach (AASP 2017 Doctoral Student Practice Award); Ph.D. in Sport Psychology, University of Missouri Eric Gross Louisville Athletics – Athletic Program Therapist (Sept 2022 - Current); EMG Therapy – Owner (2014 - Aug. 2022); Started crisis intervention team for U of L Athletics Dept. (2015); Played varsity tennis, Mitchell University, New London, CT. (1988 - 1990); Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor- Supervisor (LPCC-S)

Centralization and Integration of Mental Health Support

In this episode, LG explores the critical importance of centralizing and integrating mental health support within student-athlete communities, exploring strategies to foster a supportive environment and enhance overall well-being, in schools, at home, and beyond. Host Taylor Rooks, alongside panelists Victoria Garrick Browne, Dr. Katie Nichols and Eric Gross sit down to discuss student-athlete mental health at the 2024 Women’s Volleyball Championship in Louisville, Kentucky. Taylor Rooks Host & Moderator  Victoria Garrick Browne 2024 Forbes 30 Under 30 recipient; TEDx speaker of the viral talk “The Hidden Opponent”; Founder of The Hidden Opponent, a nonprofit for athlete mental health; Former D1 athlete and PAC-12 Champion with USC Women’s Volleyball Team; Podcast host of Real Pod; Social media influencer with 2M+ followers, known for #RealPost; Featured in Forbes, Women’s Health, and The New York Times; National speaker touring universities to destigmatize mental health and promote authenticity Dr. Katie Nichols Director of Mental Performance, Louisville Athletics and UofL Health; Former Mental Performance Coach, Amplos and Clemson Athletics; Coordinator for Student-Welfare and Development, University of Notre Dame; Award-Winning Mental Performance Coach (AASP 2017 Doctoral Student Practice Award); Ph.D. in Sport Psychology, University of Missouri Eric Gross Louisville Athletics – Athletic Program Therapist (Sept 2022 - Current); EMG Therapy – Owner (2014 - Aug. 2022); Started crisis intervention team for U of L Athletics Dept. (2015); Played varsity tennis, Mitchell University, New London, CT. (1988 - 1990); Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor- Supervisor (LPCC-S)

Exploring NIL Opportunities: Juggling Entrepreneurship and Student Responsibilities Q&A

In this episode, we delve into the intricacies of NIL opportunities, shedding light on the challenge many college students face in balancing entrepreneurial ventures with their academic and extracurricular commitments. Guest host Paxton Elrod, alongside panelists Christian Scott, Derrick Furlow Jr., and Yvonne Whaley, explore how this balancing act affects their mental health, wellness, and overall success as budding entrepreneurs and students. Paxton Elrod Host & Moderator  Christian Scott Former collegiate baseball player at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville , B.A. in Journalism and Communications, 2 Men’s College World Series appearances, SEC champion, Field Operations Associate at S2 Cognition, a scientifically validated digital platform that dives into how athletes process information during game time decisions  Derrick Furlow Jr. Former collegiate and professional football athlete, with B.A. in Legal Studies and M.S. in Sports Psychology from the University of Tennessee, CEO of Sport Life Business: Speaker and author, Founder of SLB The Agency, the first NIL-focused mental health sports agency, Co-founder of Onrise, an athlete mental health company, President of XHunger, a nonprofit dedicated to ending hunger in America Yvonne Whaley Former Division I softball athlete (Texas Tech and Pitt), Former professional Softball athlete (OKC Spark), Current GA for Student-Athlete Development at the University of Tennessee, B.S. of Psychology - University of Pittsburgh, Graduating May 2025 M.S. Sports Management - University of Tennessee

Exploring NIL Opportunities: Juggling Entrepreneurship and Student Responsibilities

In this episode, we delve into the intricacies of NIL opportunities, shedding light on the challenge many college students face in balancing entrepreneurial ventures with their academic and extracurricular commitments. Guest host Paxton Elrod, alongside panelists Christian Scott, Derrick Furlow Jr., and Yvonne Whaley, explore how this balancing act affects their mental health, wellness, and overall success as budding entrepreneurs and students. Paxton Elrod Host & Moderator  Christian Scott Former collegiate baseball player at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville , B.A. in Journalism and Communications, 2 Men’s College World Series appearances, SEC champion, Field Operations Associate at S2 Cognition, a scientifically validated digital platform that dives into how athletes process information during game time decisions  Derrick Furlow Jr. Former collegiate and professional football athlete, with B.A. in Legal Studies and M.S. in Sports Psychology from the University of Tennessee, CEO of Sport Life Business: Speaker and author, Founder of SLB The Agency, the first NIL-focused mental health sports agency, Co-founder of Onrise, an athlete mental health company, President of XHunger, a nonprofit dedicated to ending hunger in America Yvonne Whaley Former Division I softball athlete (Texas Tech and Pitt), Former professional Softball athlete (OKC Spark), Current GA for Student-Athlete Development at the University of Tennessee, B.S. of Psychology - University of Pittsburgh, Graduating May 2025 M.S. Sports Management - University of Tennessee

Overcoming Setback and Injuries Q&A

In this episode, LG invites guests to delve into the journey of overcoming setbacks and injuries as a student-athlete, offering insights and strategies to navigate challenges, remain optimistic and prioritize mental well-being amidst adversity. Host Taylor Rooks, alongside panelists Kameron Nelson, Coach Rustam Sharipov, and Dr. James Houle, dive into the importance of mental health in gymnastics and beyond. Taylor Rooks Host & Moderator  Kameron Nelson 2024 Graduate and Gymnast at OSU,  Three-time 2023 All-American: Floor (3rd), Vault (5th), All-Around (6th), 2024 NCAA All-American on floor (finished seventh), 2024 CGA regular season All-American (floor), All-Big Ten First Team (2022), All-Big Ten Second Team (2023, 24), 2022 Big Ten Vault Champion (14.800), OSU Scholar Athlete (21, 22, 23, 24), Academic All-Big Ten (2022, 23, 24), Big Ten Gymnast to Watch (2023, 24) Coach Rustam Sharipov 18 All-Americans (35 All-America awards), 2 Big Ten Team Championships, 1 Big Ten Regular Season Team Championship (2022), 13 Big Ten Individual Championships, 2016- Big Ten Coach of the Year, 1996 – Gold Medalist on parallel bars, Atlanta Olympic Games, 1996 – Team bronze medal (Ukraine), Atlanta Olympic Games James Houle, PhD Director of Sport Psychology and Wellness Services for Ohio State Athletics, Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health at OSU, Former All-American Gymnast, 2001 NCAA Team Championship with OSU, 2001 and 2002 Big Ten Team Championships with OSU