In this special episode of the Cougar Sports Show, new host Mara Nelson sits down with founding host Abby Whittington for an exit interview packed with stories, laughs, and reflection. From Abby’s decision to attend USF to how the podcast first got started, the conversation covers everything that made her time behind the mic so memorable. Abby shares her thoughts on the future of the show, what she’d change if she could, and even takes on a fun trivia challenge to test her Cougar Sports Show knowledge. She also opens up about her journey as a USF soccer player, her favorite memories on the field, and the mental side of college athletics. Tune in for advice for future hosts, final reflections, and a heartfelt farewell to an incredible voice in Cougar sports.
00:00 - Introduction
00:35 - Why USF?
01:25 - How did the podcast begin?
06:23 - Future plans
07:12 - What would you change about the podcast?
08:08 - How well does Abby know the Cougar Sports Show?
11:02 - Sponsor message
11:36 - Soccer experience
13:07 - Favorite on the field memory
14:15 - Mental battle of college athletics
17:11 - Women’s soccer in the NSIC
20:41 - Advice for future hosts?
21:32 - Final thoughts and thank yous from Abby
22:47 - Wrap-up
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