What’s it really like to go from high school standout to college athlete? In Episode 2 of the *Athletes Talk Podcast**, we sit down with **Ayden Nyanasimeibi* (UTA Track) and *Richard Konugah* (TAMU Texarkana Basketball) to talk about the *real* journey — the pressure, the mindset shifts, and the power of faith through it all.

This episode is packed with insight for any athlete trying to make the leap — or just stay grounded in the process.

We cover:

📍 The importance of *mental health* in high school & college sports
📍 Their “**Welcome to College Sports**” moments (you’ll feel this)
📍 *Good vs. bad athlete mindsets* — and how to reset when things go wrong
📍 New *NCAA roster limit rules* and how they’re impacting opportunities
📍 Trusting *faith through adversity* — when injury, doubt, or setbacks hit
📍 Understanding *recruiting timelines* and staying patient through the process

Whether you’re navigating the recruiting trail, learning to manage pressure, or chasing that scholarship dream — this one’s for you.

👉 Don’t just play the game. Learn how to *lead**, **grow**, and **believe* — on and off the field.

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What does it really take to get recruited as a high school athlete? In this episode, I interview Ryan Elms, a standout football and track athlete, who shares how faith, discipline, and mindset helped him navigate the road in athletics.

We dive into:

📍 How faith and consistency shaped his athletic journey
📍 The steps he took to get seen by college recruiters
📍 Balancing school, sports, and spirituality
📍 The recruiting mistakes most student-athletes make

Whether you’re aiming for D1, D2, D3, or just want to stay grounded while chasing your goals — this is a must-watch.

👉 Don’t just play the game. Learn how to win — physically, mentally, and spiritually.

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