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18: Watch Me Sports Bar’s Jax Diener - Creating A Home for Sports Fans
On today's pod, Stef Z and Jax discuss the vibrant community at WatchMe Sports Bar, the excitement of hosting sports legends, and the importance of creating a welcoming environment for all. They…
17: Coach Hunter - Wisdom Beyond the Game
In this inspiring episode, join us as we sit down with Coach Hunter, the head volleyball coach at Jack Yates High School in Houston. Coach Hunter shares her journey from a young athlete to a mentor…
16: Culture Wins: Cori Close on Leadership at UCLA
In this episode of "It's Because of Sports," host Stef Z sits down with Cori Close, the head coach of the UCLA women's basketball team. Known for her leadership and impact beyond the game, Cori…
15: Alisha Pope: The Intersection of Business and Sport
Join us in this inspiring episode as we sit down with Alisha Pope, the head of sports and sponsorship strategy at MGM Resorts International. Alisha shares her journey from playing basketball to…
14: Cycling the World: Vedangi Kulkarni’s Story of Resilience
Join us on an inspiring journey with Vedangi Kulkarni, the youngest woman to cycle around the world. At just 19, Vedangi embarked on a global adventure that tested her physical endurance and mental…
13: Kalen Wright from USC to ESPN
Join host Steph Z as she sits down with Kalen Wright, a former USC basketball player and seasoned sports television director. In this episode, Kalen shares her journey from the courts of USC to…
12: Inside the Journey of Professional Soccer Player Machaela George
Join host Stef Z as she sits down with Michaela George, a remarkable defender whose journey spans from Santa Clara University to the NWSL with OL Reign, and international stints in Denmark and…
11: Sports Medicine in Action | Dr. Heather Linden on UFC Athletes
Join us on "It's Because of Sports" as we dive into the fascinating world of sports medicine with Dr. Heather Linden, the Senior Director at the UFC Performance Institute. From her beginnings in…
10: Zoë Bell | Beyond the Stunts
Today, Stef Z sits down with the legendary stuntwoman and actress Zoë Bell. From her early days in gymnastics on a small island in New Zealand to becoming a trailblazer in Hollywood, Zoë shares her…
9: Lucy Han | Pro Beach Volleyball Player & Aerospace Engineer
Join host Stef Z as she sits down with Lucy Han, a former pro beach volleyball player, aerospace engineer, and community advocate. Discover how Lucy's journey from the sands of Santa Monica to the…
8: Valerie Tyson | Wasserman, The Collective on Setting Female Athletes Up for Success.
Director of Marketing for Wasserman’s The Collective Valerie Tyson discusses how to set female athletes up for success in sport and beyond! For more information on Stef Z's non-profit Section Z -- or…
7: Jasmyne Spencer | Professional Soccer Player & Advocate for Sustainability
Join us on "It's Because of Sports" as we explore the inspiring journey of Jasmyne Spencer, a professional soccer player, entrepreneur, and advocate for equity and sustainability. From her early days…
6: Molly Carlson | Professional High Diver and Brave Gang CEO
Join host Stef Z as she dives into an inspiring conversation with Molly Carlson, a Canadian high diver and Red Bull cliff diving athlete. Discover how Molly transitioned from gymnastics to diving,…
5: Muralist Corie Mattie: The Overlap of Sports & Art
In this episode, join Stef Z as she sits down with Corie Mattie, the renowned LA Hope Dealer, to explore the intersection of sports, art, and activism. Corie shares her journey from being an athlete…
4: 3x Pentathlon National Champion Jadin O’Brien
In this episode of "It's Because of Sports," host Stef Z sits down with Jadin O'Brien, a three-time pentathlon national champion, to explore her journey as a multi-sport athlete. Jadin shares her…
3: USWNT and Soccer Broadcaster Lori Lindsey
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Lori Lindsey, former professional soccer player and current broadcaster, as she shares her journey from playing on boys' teams in Indiana to representing…
2: AEG’s Tamala Lewis: Community and the Four Ups
Join host Stef Z on "It's Because of Sports" as she sits down with Tamala Lewis, the Senior Director of Community Affairs at AEG's Dignity Health Sports Park. In this episode, they explore Tamala's…
1: Olympic Rugby Medalist Steph Rovetti
Join us for a powerful and inspiring conversation with Steph Rovetti, Olympic bronze medalist in rugby at the Paris 2024 Games. Steph shares her remarkable journey from college basketball to the…
Welcome to 'It's Because of Sports"
“it’s because of sports” is a podcast exploring the journeys of athletes, coaches, and professional women, from competition to careers beyond the game. Where sport meets life, for athletes, fans, and…
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