Tyler Lagasse is an accomplished Special Olympics athlete, author, and advocate. Diagnosed with autism, Tyler has spent over 21 years competing in golf and Alpine Skiing. A proud Massachusetts native, he’s traveled across the U.S. for the Special Olympics USA Games and will represent the United States in Alpine skiing at the 2025 World Winter Games in Turin, Italy. Among his many achievements, Tyler is especially proud of his induction into the Special Olympics Massachusetts Hall of Fame and receiving an honorary ESPY Award for his book, "What Do You Say? Autism with Character", co-authored with his mother.
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Summary
In this inspiring episode of On Authentic Leadership, Tyler Lagasse reflects on his journey of perseverance, growth, and leadership. From overcoming early challenges to finding strength in sport and family, he shares how belief in oneself and support from loved ones can help break through any barrier. We talk about his goals, his writing journey, memorable encounters with golf legends, and how he uses his platform to inspire youth and others navigating their own paths. This episode is a powerful reminder that authenticity, determination, and heart can take you further than anyone expects.
Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:07 Introduction to Tyler Lagasse and His Family
01:20 Overcoming Challenges and Achievements
04:27 Family Support and Navigating Autism
10:40 Goal Setting and Breaking Barriers
13:05 The Journey of Writing a Book
20:35 Future Aspirations and Bucket List
25:49 Introduction to Tyler's Journey in Sports
27:13 Memorable Experiences with Golf Legends
30:35 Breaking Barriers and Building Confidence
32:27 Inspiring Others: Tyler's Message to Youth
34:05 Life Lessons Through Sports
39:29 The Role of Family in Personal Development
43:01 Gratitude and Acknowledgment of Support
44:58 Closing Thoughts and Future Aspirations
Keywords
#TylerLagasse #SpecialOlympics #AuthenticLeadership #AutismAwareness #FlutieFoundation #AlpineSkiing #SpecialOlympicsUSA #AutismAdvocate #SportsLeadership #OnAuthenticLeadership #BelieveInYourself #Inspiration #CourageToLead #AdaptiveAthletes