Forever Athlete Radio How To Use Sports as a Vehicle for Impact in Life with Ryan Jay Owens, Ep 162
Jan 21, 2022
Ryan Jay Owens, a former Team USA volleyball player and founder of Elite Volley, discusses using sports as a catalyst for making a positive impact. He shares his journey from high school tryouts to professional play and the founding of his agency, which empowers athletes beyond their sport. Ryan emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and taking ownership, reflecting on personal challenges that shaped his resilience. With an identity rooted in social entrepreneurship, he inspires listeners to chase their passions and make a difference.
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From Accidental Tryout To Pro In Europe
- Ryan describes starting volleyball accidentally in a math class and rapidly falling in love with the sport's complexity and teamwork.
- He promoted himself to earn college chances and spent 2002–2005 playing professionally in Europe before joining Team USA.
Mindset Over Blame
- Ryan realized the real problem is often the athlete's own mindset, not external people or systems.
- He emphasizes building self-awareness and mindfulness to stop being one's own worst enemy.
Coach Mindfulness And Small Wins
- Teach athletes mindfulness and self-awareness so they recognize ego and self-sabotage patterns early.
- Be patient and give practical, bite-sized guidance for overwhelmed players to make incremental change.
