
After a championship-winning season at SNU, James Burries opens up about his journey from a multi-sport kid to a dominant D1 prospect, the wild nightlife scenes in Arizona and Cali, and the game-changing impact of NIL deals that are reshaping college sports with some players earning more than NFL pros. But that’s just the start. He reveals the untold struggles behind the spotlight, the secrets to staying mentally and physically elite, and why basketball players have an edge off the court that no one saw coming. Plus, you’ll hear his take on college relationships and the power of belief — and a cliffhanger that’ll have you coming back for more.In this episode, we dive deep with James Burries, the 6'7" guard making waves at Southern Nazarene University after leading his team to a championship. James shares the story of growing up playing multiple sports, the mindset and habits that keep him at the top of his game, and the D1 offers that shaped his path.We talk candidly about the nightlife cultures in Arizona and California, revealing how college athletes navigate the social scene while balancing the grind. James breaks down the rapidly evolving landscape of college sports with NIL deals, where some players are now earning more than NFL stars — challenging everything we thought we knew about amateur athletics.Beyond the glitz and glamour, he opens up about the real struggles college athletes face — the pressure, the relationships, and the constant fight to believe in yourself when the odds are stacked high. He also shares why basketball players often stand out among their peers off the court in ways you wouldn’t expect.