There are many roads that can lead to an NFL contract. Collegiate athletes can be drafted by NFL teams, or they can travel the more uncertain road of an undrafted free agent. For former Henderson State standout Antonio Leak, the adrenaline rush of signing his NFL contract with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers as an undrafted free agent was all the same. Although he experienced many of the issues that most NFL players fear every day of their careers, such as injuries and waivers, Leak conquered them to succeed in the game that matters most – LIFE. Keep reading to learn how his professional team helped him navigate the obstacles he faced and transition smoothly into the NEXT Quarter of his career!

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Only a handful of athletes in NCAA history have recorded over 2,000 points, 1,000 rebounds, 300 assists, and 300 steals in their collegiate career…and The University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) alum Armintie Price Herrington is one of them. Many players that achieve that level of success don’t think much about planning for their future, but Herrington was inspired by her collegiate and WNBA experience to make a difference. Her faith, work ethic, and eagerness to learn have allowed her to transition into the NEXT Quarter of her career, while helping the next generation of athletes prepare for success. Read more to learn how this high-flying heroine is touching lives now to change the game later!

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There are two things that Mississippi State alum Darryl “Super D” Wilson is known for: having laser-like focus and having laser-like accuracy from the 3-point line. After leading the Bulldogs to its lone NCAA Final Four appearance, Wilson embarked on a professional career in Europe that spanned a decade. He channeled his passion for the game of basketball into a passion for teaching others. His no-nonsense expectations of the players he coaches drive them to excellence, because he knows how important discipline and work ethic are to success. He shares all his life lessons with enthusiasm, humor, and truth. Read more about Wilson’s journey and his advice for young athletes seeking to live their dreams through sports.

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Some professional athletes struggle to determine what the NEXT Quarter of their lives will look like, while others find inspiration in unexpected places. Stefanie Gilbreath and Briana Gilbreath Butler knew that their professional basketball careers wouldn’t last forever, and a near family tragedy motivated them to find purpose in their pain. The charming and talented Gilbreath sisters have tackled most of life’s challenges together, and starting a business was no different. Keep reading to learn how the University of Southern California duo have used their WNBA and European basketball experiences to help them touch the lives of athletes around the world!

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The media, oftentimes, paints a picture of lavish lifestyles, legal troubles, and injuries when covering professional sports. However, there are plenty of athletes that have had quiet, but very successful careers, while never losing focus on what really matters. Former NFL Linebacker Charlie “Pap” Anderson is one athlete that has survived the rigors of professional football to build a comfortable life for himself and his family. He credits his success to God, his strong, family support system, and solid business advice. Read on to learn how Charlie used his incredible work ethic to leap from inner city Jackson, MS, to the football powerhouse Ole Miss Rebels, to Monday Night Football!

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