In this episode of the New Wave Certified podcast, host John Larkin sits down with NWP athlete Miles Thompson, defensive back from Northern Illinois University. Miles is also known for holding the all-time record for the 100m dash in the state Iowa.
Fresh off his return from college, Miles shares firsthand insights into his transfer portal jouney and lessons learned transitioning from high school to collegiate FBS D1 football. From earning playing time to the significance of faith and trusting the process, this conversation offers valuable perspectives for aspiring athletes and fans alike. Thanks for tuning in, make sure to like, subscribe, and share with an athlete you know, now let's get into it!
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TIME STAMPS:
0:00 INTRO
2:38 MEET THE GUEST!
2:58 WHAT'S DAY TO DAY LOOK LIKE AT NIU?
5:40 WHAT WAS IT LIKE JOINING A NEW TEAM?
7:13 HOW DID YOU ADAPT TO THE NEW ENVIRONMENT?
9:34 WHAT IS THE COMPETITION LIKE AT NIU?
12:53 WHAT ROLE DID YOUR UNCLE PLAY IN YOU'RE DEVELOPMENT?
16:25 LET'S TALK ABOUT YOUR HIGHSCHOOL TRACK STATE RECORD!
24:18 DIFFERENCE BETWEEN TRACK AND FOOTBALL?
25:52 WHAT ADVICE DO YOU HAVE FOR ATHLETES HITTING THE PROTAL?
28:22 THE POWER OF MENTAL STEGHNTH!
31:55 HOW DID NEW WAVE PERFORMANCE HELP YOU ON YOUR JOURNEY?
