Beyond The Bench

By: Kyla McMinn Samantha Rico Jazra Williams
  • Summary

  • One current and two former college athletes discuss the psychological side of sports. Meet former volleyball player Samantha Rico and former basketball teammates Kyla McMinn and Jazra Williams as they aim to give struggling athletes a voice and an outlet and try to raise awareness and end the stigma around mental health. We bring in former and current athletes to talk about their personal battles.

    Make sure you tune in and stay updated on current and upcoming episodes on our Instagram beyondthebench_podcast !!

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Episodes
  • Purpose in Pain ft. Matthew Hickey
    May 31 2024

    In this episode we were fortunate enough to hear the powerful story of one of SAGU’s pitchers, Matthew Hickey. From rejection and failure to depression and anxiety, his struggles highlight the many ways in which athletes are tested throughout their careers. Tune in to hear Matthew’s revelations in mental health and how he was able to overcome the various obstacles he was thrown.

    Join us next time for a conversation with Ashlyn Hill about various topics in the world of sports mental health!

    And please follow us on Instagram @beyondthebench_podcast

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    48 mins
  • Isolation and Injury ft. Tessa Glick
    Apr 20 2024

    In this episode we had the opportunity to speak with SAGU volleyball's senior libero, Tessa Glick. With one year of eligibility left and her bachelor's in hand, Tessa shares wise insights and her experience recovering from two different ACL tears and how those affected her both in sports and her personal life.

    Join us next episode as we hear Matthew Hickey's powerful story!

    And please follow us on Instagram @beyondthebench_podcast

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    38 mins
  • The Lowest Point ft. Jared Kirk
    Mar 20 2024

    In this episode we got the privilege to interview one of SAGU's baseballs players, Jared Kirk. Jared is a Grad Student who has not only had the privilege to play at SAGU for his last year of eligibility, but gain amazing friends and grow in his faith with the Lord. Tune in to hear what Jared has to say about his experience with mental health in sports and how he overcame it.

    Join us soon again as we talk to Tessa Glick for our next episode!

    And please follow us on Instagram @beyondthebench_podcast

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    39 mins

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