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Summary
Christina Ng discusses her experience with nine-man volleyball, a sport that originated in the Chinese community. Christina shares her personal journey in the sport, from playing at a young age to participating in the national tournament for 20 years. She also talks about the sense of community and tradition that surrounds nine-man volleyball. In addition, Christina discusses her career in the food industry and how her passion for cooking led her to pursue a degree in food science. Christina Ng shares her journey from being a competitive volleyball player to becoming a chef and food educator. She talks about her experiences working in different kitchens and how she transitioned from volleyball to a career in food. Christina discusses her work with Berry Good Food, a food-based nonprofit that promotes school garden and culinary education. She emphasizes the importance of teaching the next generation and fostering a healthy food system. Christina also shares advice for athletes transitioning into new careers and highlights the value of humility and knowing when to take a break.
Chapters
01:39 The Origins and Rules of Nine-Man Volleyball
09:45 Christina Ng's Journey in Nine-Man Volleyball
11:58 Lessons Learned from Nine-Man Volleyball
17:37 Nine-Man Volleyball as a Unifying Tradition
19:46 From Volleyball to Food Science: Christina Ng's Career Path
24:06 Discovering a Love for Food in Davis
26:40 Wearing Multiple Hats: Chef and Nonprofit Work
31:22 Building Community After Leaving Sports
37:02 Promoting Food Education and Sustainability
41:23 Inspiring the Next Generation and Opening Opportunities
45:27 Humility as a Superpower
46:12 Knowing When to Take a Break
Relevant Links & Contact
@chinitaspies
@berrygoodfoodfdn non-profit work
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