In this episode of Champions Corner: Spotlight Stories, we sit down with Quentin Millora-Brown, a Washington, D.C. native whose basketball journey has taken him from collegiate courts in the U.S. to professional basketball in the Philippines. Quentin’s story is one of resilience, adaptability, and relentless personal growth, making him a perfect guest for this podcast.
We dive into Quentin’s early days at Rice University, where he transitioned to the demands of college basketball, and his high school years at Bishop O’Connell in the competitive WCAC. He shares insights on recovery and contrast therapy, as well as the challenges of transferring to Vanderbilt University, sitting out a year, and navigating the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Quentin reflects on his growth mindset, discussing long-term vs. short-term thinking, how "Name, Image, and Likeness" (NIL) has changed opportunities for collegiate athletes, and the importance of investing and making money work for you. He also highlights the adjustments required when moving from mid-major basketball to SEC play at Vanderbilt and shares what it takes to master a specific role on a team.
We explore his leadership journey during his time at The Citadel, the Military College of South Carolina, and his focus on consistency, efficiency, positive energy, and instilling confidence in teammates. Quentin also emphasizes the importance of developing strong habits and falling in love with the process.
The conversation wraps up with Quentin’s experiences playing professional basketball in the Philippines, his connection to his family there, and how he’s preparing for the next chapter in his career overseas.
Whether you're an athlete, entrepreneur, or someone striving for self-growth, Quentin’s story is packed with valuable insights, lessons, and inspiration. Tune in for an engaging conversation that will leave you motivated to embrace your own journey of growth.
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Timestamps
(0:00) Introduction
(1:13) Why Rice University & Transition to College
(4:33) WCAC, High School: Bishop O'Connell High School
(6:10) Recovery & Contrast Therapy
(9:07) Transferring to Vanderbilt, Sitting Out a Year, COVID
(14:54) NIL Conversation, Long Term vs. Short Term, Money Should Work for You, Power of Investing
(24:20) Low Major Basketball to SEC Play, Importance of Mastering a Role
(29:45) The Citadel & Coach Conroy
(35:08) Leadership & Growth at The Citadel
(41:23) Consistency & Efficiency, Importance of Positive Energy, Off-Court Habits, Instilling Confidence in Teammates
(45:45) Summers at Vanderbilt & Falling in Love with the Process Rather than Results
(47:30) Attending University of the Philippines (UP) & Preparing to Play Professional Basketball in Asia, Family in the Philippines
(59:21) Final Question
(1:00:20) Conclusion
