New Episode on Winning the Journey Within Podcast! Sitting down with @awak.kuier to dive into the mental game talk. From overcoming adversity to building unshakable confidence on the court - Awak shares the mindset that has helped her separate herself very early in her career. Drafted 2nd overall by the Dallas Wings while also taking the European basketball stage by storm, AwakAwak’s dunk in the WNBA. Drafted 2nd overall by the Dallas Wings while also taking the European ...

This week, I'm joined by Veljko Perović, a coach who discovered his true calling early and made the bold decision to leave his playing career behind and pursue coaching excellence. From that moment on, Veljko committed himself fully to the craft – and it shows. His passion, work ethic, and unwavering dedication make him an asset to every team he's part of. In our conversation, he shared what that dedication really means to him – and I can honestly say, I've never heard anyone describe it qu...

From the bright lights of Women’s EuroLeague courts, while representing her nation with pride, Stella Kaltsidou lived the dream every basketball player chases. But her greatest triumph? Starting over. Trading her jersey for a clipboard, Stella began again at the bottom of the coaching ladder. What followed was nothing short of extraordinary - a EuroCup championship and a testament to the power of reinvention. And she’s still at her beginnings… These accolades are just glimpses of a journey ...

🚨 The mental health conversation sports has been avoiding. 🚨 I, The Athlete. Every athlete will face transition. Every athlete will question their identity. Every athlete deserves support that goes beyond performance. Every athlete has a unique story that lifts us up from our seats, yet behind the scenes, it often brings them down to their knees. Featuring insights from FIBA leadership and former professional players who've walked this path, this panel brings together the voic...

Breaking patterns and finding purpose beyond the game. 🙏🏀 In episode #9 of Winning the Journey Within Podcast I sit down with fellow Montenegrin basketball player Nemanja Radovic for one of our most profound conversations yet. We dove deep into the challenge of changing ingrained patterns - especially coming from the Balkans with our specific mentality and adapting to life in Spain and similar countries. But this conversation went far beyond basketball. Nemanja and I explored: How our Ba...

This week on Episode 6 of Winning the Journey Within, I’m honored to share an inspiring conversation with world-class athlete Yvonne Turner - a WNBA guard, overseas star, and one of the rare competitors who leads with both unshakable toughness and genuine kindness. We met for the very first time off the court to film this episode — and, without planning it, we showed up wearing clothes that carried nearly the same message. In that moment, we both knew exactly where this conversation was head...

Episode 4 of Winning the Journey Within Podcast features Giorgia Sottana - an Italian champion both on and off the court. I was genuinely moved by the raw and insightful conversation we shared, diving deep into her career, her life, and the wisdom she’s gathered over the years. Distinguished for her instinctive playmaking in basketball, Giorgia opens up about the meaningful moves she’s making in her personal life - balancing roles as a wife, mother, author, humanitarian, and so much m...

Episode #7 of Winning the Journey Within podcast features Juan Fernández, a true floor general with impressive career that led him from Argentina to Italy, where he spent most of his professional years. Along the way, Juan faced internal battles - and admits he stepped away from the game for two seasons due to mental health challenges. He opens up about how sports psychology helped him rebuild confidence and reclaim his passion for basketball. Tune in to discover what it truly means t...

New episode on Winning the Journey Within podcast features incredibly gifted Kayla Alexander - from breaking records at Syracuse, contributing in the WNBA, excelling internationally, and winning MVPs overseas, to writing a children’s book and so much more -she reflects on her journey and describes the moment that changed everything for her - the shift of her identity from athlete to child of God.

Episode 5 of ‘Winning the Journey Within’ introduces an Underdog that rose to the top - The Certified Champion - Kendrick Perry. A standout point guard whose path from undrafted rookie to European basketball star is a masterclass in mental resilience. Kendrick’s journey spans multiple countries, elite European leagues, and international competition with the Montenegrin national team. Whether you're an athlete, coach, or student of the mental side of sport, this episode is packed with...

Welcome to Episode 3 of ‘Winning the Journey Within’ Podcast This week, I’m honored to be joined by one of my favorite people that basketball has brought into my life - Nina Aho. A truly gifted point guard, Nina is not only a leader on the court - but also a remarkable presence off it. Her strength, honesty, and humility make her stand out in every way. I’m extremely proud of the way she shared her story, and how her journey has shaped the resilient , grounded, and inspiring person s...

Welcome to the second episode of Winning the Journey Within Podcast. This week we are joined by Rasheed Sulaimon, professional basketball player with a truly unique story. From Duke to Maryland, and now making waves overseas, Rasheed has quickly become a fan favorite in Budućnost. In this episode he opens up about his journey, one filled with challenges, lessons and deep personal growth. He shares what is like to come out stronger on the other side of some of the toughest moments an athlete...

Welcome to the First Episode of Winning the Journey Within Podcast! I have had pleasure to talk to one of the Europe’s most accomplished basketball players – Sonja Vasić. She was born in Belgrade and has had very successful career playing for National Team of Serbia as well as in some of the best teams in Europe, and also in the WNBA. After retiring in 2021, she became active in sports administration. Her legacy continues to inspire athletes world wide. And I hope the conversation that we ha...

I am excited to introduce WINNING THE JOURNEY WITHIN, a podcast I am currently working on. Its purpose is to share unique stories from athletes, coaches, parents and everyone else who works within teams across various sports. These stories will be complemented by insights from accredited psychologists who are experts in their field. They will offer advice and techniques that can help with your healing and personal growth—and mine as well. I hope this podcast becomes a fun and insightful way ...