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Everything In Football Happens For A Reason; a chat w/ Alex Mapp

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In this episode of the In Eleven podcast, get ready to meet Alex Mapp, a talented defender hailing from Medina, Ohio, who's currently making waves at Vänersborgs IF in Sweden. With a business administration degree under his belt from Ashland University and a wealth of knowledge gained from team sports, he's grateful for the experiences that will shape his future career.

Despite facing hurdles along the way, Alex's unwavering determination and commitment to honing his skills have propelled him to where he stands today. Join us as he spills the beans on his awe-inspiring journey, proving that in football, every unexpected twist and turn holds a purpose. You wouldn't want to miss out on this episode, so tune in!

Timestamps:

0:00 Intro

5:00 The transition from college soccer to professional soccer

7:33 How did you get into soccer?

29:11 Choosing the right college for you

41:53 Coastal Carolina and what it was like to play there

45:17 What it was like to become a pro

52:55 Resilience and resolve are key to success in a new environment

56:32 Differences between professional and college soccer

1:1101 The identity of a footballer vs someone who just plays football

1:16:31 The unique challenges of pro careers

Key Highlights:

  • If you have a dream, don't give up on it. No matter how many challenges you face, keep working hard and never give up. You may be surprised at what you can achieve.
  • Don't set yourself up for failure by setting unrealistic goals. Start with small goals that are possible to achieve, and then gradually work your way up to bigger goals.
  • It takes time to achieve your dreams. Be patient and persistent, and you will eventually reach your goals.
  • Everyone makes mistakes. The important thing is to learn from your mistakes and not give up.
  • Don't compare yourself to others, and focus on your own goals beacuse everyone's on their own journey
  • A positive attitude will help you stay motivated and focused on your goals.

Follow Alex on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amapp18/?hl=en

Follow Alex on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-mapp-a66138134/

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/inthe11pod

Subscribe to the show: https://in-the-11.captivate.fm/

Watch the show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTIKaXh28XlDY-NaJEuCPJw?sub_confirmation=1

Follow The show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inthe11pod/

Follow the show on Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@inthe11pod?lang=en

Follow Danilo: https://www.instagram.com/amapp18/

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In this episode of the In Eleven podcast, get ready to meet Alex Mapp, a talented defender hailing from Medina, Ohio, who's currently making waves at Vänersborgs IF in Sweden. With a business administration degree under his belt from Ashland University and a wealth of knowledge gained from team sports, he's grateful for the experiences that will shape his future career.

Despite facing hurdles along the way, Alex's unwavering determination and commitment to honing his skills have propelled him to where he stands today. Join us as he spills the beans on his awe-inspiring journey, proving that in football, every unexpected twist and turn holds a purpose. You wouldn't want to miss out on this episode, so tune in!

Timestamps:

0:00 Intro

5:00 The transition from college soccer to professional soccer

7:33 How did you get into soccer?

29:11 Choosing the right college for you

41:53 Coastal Carolina and what it was like to play there

45:17 What it was like to become a pro

52:55 Resilience and resolve are key to success in a new environment

56:32 Differences between professional and college soccer

1:1101 The identity of a footballer vs someone who just plays football

1:16:31 The unique challenges of pro careers

Key Highlights:

  • If you have a dream, don't give up on it. No matter how many challenges you face, keep working hard and never give up. You may be surprised at what you can achieve.
  • Don't set yourself up for failure by setting unrealistic goals. Start with small goals that are possible to achieve, and then gradually work your way up to bigger goals.
  • It takes time to achieve your dreams. Be patient and persistent, and you will eventually reach your goals.
  • Everyone makes mistakes. The important thing is to learn from your mistakes and not give up.
  • Don't compare yourself to others, and focus on your own goals beacuse everyone's on their own journey
  • A positive attitude will help you stay motivated and focused on your goals.

Follow Alex on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amapp18/?hl=en

Follow Alex on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-mapp-a66138134/

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/inthe11pod

Subscribe to the show: https://in-the-11.captivate.fm/

Watch the show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTIKaXh28XlDY-NaJEuCPJw?sub_confirmation=1

Follow The show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inthe11pod/

Follow the show on Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@inthe11pod?lang=en

Follow Danilo: https://www.instagram.com/amapp18/

  continue reading

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