Born and raised in Norman, Oklahoma, Yazmeen Ryan remembers her introduction to the world of soccer as if it were yesterday. Following in her older sisters' footsteps, Yazmeen recalls embarking on her soccer journey at just four years old and the immediate desire she felt to one day play the game at the highest level. A desire that was heightened during her sophomore year of high school after participating in an international trip to Costa Rica with ODP Regional Team III; and

Who knew an unexpected introduction to the world of NIL and athlete representation would lead to the creation of a dynamic sports marketing firm for collegiate and professional athletes alike. For Lamonte Harris, this is exactly how it all unfolded. As the uncle of a standout high school quarterback, Lamonte recalls the spark that ignited his journey in the industry: a representation contract proposition for his nephew with a bad stipulation. An experience that prompted him t

Born and raised in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, David Joplin's earliest memories with basketball come from watching the NBA and playing the sport recreationally as a kid. For him it was simple: basketball was just really fun. It was a world where he could meet new people, form new friendships, and let his creativity run wild. It was after receiving his first collegiate offer in the eighth grade though that he discovered the array of opportunities available within the game. "It was c

Jalen Williams started playing basketball around the age of four years old. Growing up in Dallas, Texas, Jalen remembers being immersed in the world of sports from a very young age—watching sporting events with his parents and being a multi-sport athlete himself playing football, baseball, and basketball. It was during his time in middle school though that he completely fell in love with basketball. It was a connection that was difficult to describe, and one that ignited a de

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For Jaydah Bedoya, playing soccer at the professional level was a dream that was ignited at the age of just five years old. A dream that only grew stronger across her childhood; and one that she would go on to relentlessly work to achieve over the years. It all started back in her hometown of New Bedford, Massachusetts where Jaydah played for an array of clubs from a young age including the New Bedford Youth Soccer Association, St. Michael Bolts FC, the New England Futbol Clu

A strong faith. A deep passion for sports. A love for authentic storytelling. Three pillars that have grounded Olivia Petnicki through her journey in the industry, and ones that continue to guide her daily across her endeavors in the space. It all started back at the University of North Texas after Olivia secured her first internship in the world of sports public relations with Tony Fay PR—a renowned communications firm specializing in sports, entertainment and mega-events. F