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Youth Sports Safety Update

102 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 days ago - ★★★★★ - 1 rating

Youth Sport Safety Update is our new Podcast series from the Jacksonville Sports Medicine Program. Our goal is to provide you with relevant information related to youth sports safety through compelling interviews. There are many stories and topics to be shared that will benefit athletes, coaches, and parents as well as athletic trainers, physicians and healthcare providers. JSMP is dedicated to youth sports injury through awareness, advocacy, and prevention. Episodes are hosted by Bob Sefcik, Executive Director of JSMP, and produced by Jim Mackie, JSMP Program Development.

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Sports Performance Nutrition for Concussion

November 15, 2022 05:00 - 10 minutes - 7.29 MB

Mindy Black is the director of performance nutrition for the Jacksonville Jaguars. She is responsible for designing the team's meals and personal nutrition plans in order to optimize player performance, recovery and injury prevention. Black is board-certified in sports dietetics. Her past experience includes serving as a sports nutritionist for the University of Florida Athletic Association and Jacksonville University. She also owned a private practice in Jacksonville for over 10 years, whe...

Sports Performance Nutrition for Injury Healing

November 08, 2022 17:00 - 16 minutes - 11.4 MB

Mindy Black is the director of performance nutrition for the Jacksonville Jaguars. She is responsible for designing the team's meals and personal nutrition plans in order to optimize player performance, recovery and injury prevention. Black is board-certified in sports dietetics. Her past experience includes serving as a sports nutritionist for the University of Florida Athletic Association and Jacksonville University. She also owned a private practice in Jacksonville for over 10 years, whe...

Emerging Practices: Dance & the Athletic Trainer Entrepreneur

October 05, 2022 16:00 - 19 minutes - 13.2 MB

Today we delve into the world of both modern dance as an emerging setting for the athletic trainer and life balance.  Lacey is a young professional who has just completed her DAT (Doctorate of Athletic Training) and has branched out with several new ventures and created her own consulting firm. She also has a healthy perspective on life balance as a wife, working mom, educator and practitioner. Lacey Bracken DAT, LAT, ATC [email protected] Resources: iadms.org and https:...

Emerging Practices: Dance & the Athletic Trainer Entrepreneur

October 05, 2022 16:00 - 19 minutes - 13.2 MB

Today we delve into the world of both modern dance as an emerging setting for the athletic trainer and life balance.  Lacey is a young professional who has just completed her DAT (Doctorate of Athletic Training) and has branched out with several new ventures and created her own consulting firm. She also has a healthy perspective on life balance as a wife, working mom, educator and practitioner. Lacey Bracken DAT, LAT, ATC [email protected] Resources: iadms.org and https:...

Sports Massage Conversation with Benny Vaughn

August 09, 2022 15:00 - 57 minutes - 39.7 MB

For further information you can contact Benny Vaughn at [email protected] https://youtu.be/EhkTeVlBhoI University of Florida Graduation Speech Example of the value of hands-on soft tissue therapy with professional Rodeo athletes here in Texas. Benny work with the Orthopedic Sports Medicine team sponsored by Justin Boots! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hSyINMyC9IA www.JAXSMP.com  

Car seat Safety & Sports

August 01, 2022 04:00 - 12 minutes - 8.88 MB

Danielle Kessenger,a Certified Car Seat Technician with Safe Kids and THE PLAYERS Center for Child Health discusses some rules of the road for transporting our youth to sporting events.

Heat Safety with the Jordan McNair Foundation

July 26, 2022 04:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MB

This episode includes an interview with Martin McNair of the Jordan McNair Foundation. Created following the death of Jordan, a 19 year old lineman at the University of Maryland from Exertional Heat Stroke (EHS).

Helmet Safety for wheeling adventures

July 19, 2022 04:00 - 14 minutes - 9.89 MB

Prevention Specialist, Jessica Winberry of THE PLAYERS Center for Child Health and Safe Kids shares valuable information relevant for all.

Water Safety

July 15, 2022 04:00 - 11 minutes - 8.3 MB

Today we discuss with Jessica Winberry, Prevention Coordinator for THE PLAYERS Center for Child Health and Safe Kids NE Florida the value of water safety. Unfortunately, we have already had multiple child drownings and boating accidents.

Lightning Safety - Thunder Roars Go Indoors

July 07, 2022 04:00 - 4 minutes - 2.93 MB

Are you prepared for Lightning? A leading cause of death in Florida.  Know your policies and guidelines.  Don't wait until it is too late.  When is it safe to return to play after the storm? What is a safe shelter?  "When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors" Today we discuss lightning safety guidelines from the National High School Federation and the NATA NHSF Statement on developing policies: https://www.nfhs.org/articles/guidelines-for-developing-lightning-safety-policies/ NATA Position Statemen...

Sickle Cell Trait - know the facts and prepare to be safe

June 30, 2022 11:00 - 4 minutes - 3.32 MB

For more information and thank you to the NCAA for sharing this educational information https://ncaaorg.s3.amazonaws.com/ssi/other/SSI_NCAASickleCellTraitforSA.pdf

Mental Health & Sports With Dr. Candice Franco

June 28, 2022 11:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MB

Candice M. Franco, PhD, is a licensed psychologist who specializes in performance enhancement and ADHD management. She earned her master’s degree from Barry University and her doctoral degree from Florida State University. Dr. Franco brings awareness of multiculturalism and diversity to her work. About Me After working as an elementary and middle school science teacher for five years, I pursued a career as a psychologist because I enjoy helping people find ways to live healthier, more prod...

Scott Trulock: Rotator Cuff in the Shoulder, Prevention and Rehabilitation

June 21, 2022 12:00 - 7 minutes - 5.48 MB

Scott Trulock, Keeping Your Kids Safe in Sports Director of Sports Medicine, Florida State University Scott Trulock joined Florida State in July of 2021 as the Seminoles’ director of sports medicine with 18 years of NFL experience, most recently spending the previous seven years with the Jacksonville Jaguars. He was named head athletic trainer for the Jaguars on Feb. 10, 2014 after spending the previous seven seasons as the head athletic trainer for the University of North Carolina’s foot...

Dr. Kevin Farmer: Youth Sports Throwing injuries to the Elbow & Shoulder

June 16, 2022 12:00 - 7 minutes - 5.12 MB

Kevin W. Farmer, M.D., earned his medical degree at the Johns Hopkins University of Medicine in 2003 before going on to complete his residency in Orthopaedic Surgery at the Johns Hopkins Hospital and his fellowships in sports medicine and arthroscopy at the Uribe, Hechtman, Zvijac Sports Medicine Institute and shoulder and elbow reconstruction at the University of Florida. He returned to UF in 2009 to complete his second fellowship and immediately afterwards began working in the Department ...

Jeff Allen, Univ. of Alabama, Wisdom in Building Champions Safely through Sound Preparation

June 14, 2022 04:00 - 9 minutes - 6.26 MB

Jeff Allen, University of Alabama, Associate Athletics Director, Sports Medicine  Head Football Athletic Trainer. [email protected] Jeff leads and outstanding AT staff and provides cutting edges athletic training and health care services for all athletes. He has provided groundbreaking  recovery and performance enhancing programs while at UA.  An innovator, he has led the development of the sideline examination tent, now present on many sports sidelines at all levels of competition.  This p...

Kevin Wilk: Positive Motivation through the Rehab process, ACL and Throwing Sports

June 09, 2022 16:00 - 16 minutes - 11.3 MB

Dr. Kevin Wilk has led a distinguished career as a clinical physical therapist for the past 37 years, as a leading authority in rehabilitation of sports injuries and orthopedic lesions. He has been significant contributions to laboratory research, biomechanical research and clinical outcome studies. Kevin Wilk has been a physical therapist, researcher and educator for over 32 years. Kevin is currently Associate Clinical Director for Champion Sports Medicine (a Select Medical Facility) in Bi...

Kevin Wilk: Positive Motivation through the Rehab process, ACL and Throwing Sports

June 09, 2022 16:00 - 16 minutes - 11.3 MB

Dr. Kevin Wilk has led a distinguished career as a clinical physical therapist for the past 37 years, as a leading authority in rehabilitation of sports injuries and orthopedic lesions. He has been significant contributions to laboratory research, biomechanical research and clinical outcome studies. Kevin Wilk has been a physical therapist, researcher and educator for over 32 years. Kevin is currently Associate Clinical Director for Champion Sports Medicine (a Select Medical Facility) in Bi...

Jim Madaleno: Youth Sports Tips for Safety, Hydration, and Wisdom for Parents and Coaches

June 07, 2022 11:00 - 17 minutes - 11.9 MB

Jim Madaleno Executive Assoc Athletics Dir/Sports Medicine and Performance [email protected] Education: Michigan State, 1980 Florida State, 1981 Additional Experience/Certifications: Head Athletic Trainer, Valdosta State Assistant Athletic Trainer, New York Giants Athletic Trainer, Valdosta State Graduate Assistant Athletic Trainer, Florida State Football Biography Began working on the Wildcats’ athletic training staff in 1997 Spent 14 years as the director of sports medicine at Ke...

Ron Courson & Glenn Henry: Building an Emergency Response Team and Plan for Safe Sports

June 02, 2022 12:00 - 10 minutes - 7.48 MB

Ron Courson, University of Georgia Senior Associate Athletic Director,  long-time director of sports medicine, was promoted to Executive Associate Athletic Director in February, 2021.    Serving at UGA since 1995, Courson most recently helped navigate the Athletic Association, and especially the football program, through the nation-wide Pandemic serving and supporting the development of policy and protocols at the local, Southeastern Conference, and NCAA levels.     Prior to joining the UGA ...

Dr. Leigh Ann Curl, Safe Sports at all levels, ACL and Meniscal Injuries

May 31, 2022 11:00 - 10 minutes - 7.39 MB

Dr. Leigh Ann Curl is the Chief of Orthopaedics at MedStar Harbor Hospital. As part of the MedStar Sports Medicine team, Dr. Curl is the head orthopaedic surgeon for the Baltimore Ravens. She has been with the Ravens since 1998.    In March 2018, she was elected President of the NFL Physicians Society. As president, Dr. Curl will help provide direction and support for the physicians and athletic trainers to ensure athletes receive the highest standard of medical and surgical care. In 2019, s...

Dr. Allen Sills: The NFL, Safe Sports, Concussions and Soft Tissue Injuries

May 27, 2022 12:00 - 13 minutes - 9.23 MB

Dr. Allen Sills is the NFL's Chief Medical Officer (CMO), a full-time position dedicated to advancing the health and safety of the sport of football. He became the NFL's first CMO in March 2017, joining the league from Vanderbilt University Medical Center. As a neurosurgeon specializing in the treatment of athletes, Dr. Sills continues to serve at Vanderbilt as a Professor of Neurological Surgery and the Founder and Co-Director of the Vanderbilt Sports Concussion Center. As the NFL's CMO, D...

A conversation with Dr. James Andrews

May 25, 2022 12:00 - 26 minutes - 18.6 MB

James Andrews (born May 2, 1942) is an American orthopedic surgeon. He is a surgeon for knee, elbow, and shoulder injuries and is a specialist in repairing damaged ligaments. Practicing in Gulf Breeze, Florida, Andrews has become one of the best-known and most popular orthopedic surgeons and has performed on many high-profile athletes. He also is the team doctor for the Tampa Bay Rays, Auburn Tigers, and Washington Commanders. Andrews received his undergraduate and medical degrees from Loui...

North Florida High School Sport Safety Gala & Fundraiser

May 04, 2022 20:00 - 1 minute - 1.05 MB

 A wonderful evening Tuesday May 10th Details at JAXSMP.com Register by May 8th

Softball Preparation and Prevention of Sports Injuries

April 15, 2022 17:00 - 17 minutes - 12.4 MB

Certified Athletic Trainers Ashley Alvarez of Terry Parker High School and Brock Bugai of Atlantic Coast High School both in Jacksonville, FL discuss softball injury prevention. www.jaxsmp.com for more information at our website Slide Show of presentation https://www.jaxsmp.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/8-MSP-Softball-Prevention-of-Injuries.pdf 

Prevention for Track & Field & Swimming, Overhead & Overuse Injuries

April 14, 2022 17:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MB

Certified AthleticTtrainers, Phil Fain of Raines High School and Anna Dawson of Sandalwood High School both in Jacksonville, FL discuss overhead and overuse injuries in Track and Field and Swimming. www.jaxsmp.com check out our website for more information Presentation slides https://www.jaxsmp.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/7-MSP-Track-Field-Swimming.pdf 

Preparation in Baseball Injury Prevention and Preparation

April 13, 2022 17:00 - 11 minutes - 7.7 MB

Matt Niesen, Head Athletic Trainer Wolfson High School Jacksonville, FL discusses baseball injury prevention at the Middle Schools www.JAXSMP.com for more information Presentation slides https://www.jaxsmp.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/6-MSP-Baseball.pdf 

Middle School and Cardiac Issues

March 11, 2022 13:00 - 12 minutes - 8.86 MB

This brief discussion is for administrators, coaches and parents to be aware of Sudden Cardiac Arrest, a leading cause of death in athletics. Guest is John DeBruhl, Head Athletic Trainer, Riverside High School in Jacksonville, FL. Host is Jim Mackie, JSMP PDF Presentation open this link: https://www.jaxsmp.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/3-MSP-Cardiac-Issues-in-Sports.pdf 

Middle school, dealing with Heat Illness and Hydration

March 09, 2022 13:00 - 14 minutes - 10.3 MB

A discussion for administrators, coaches and parent to recognize, respond and prepare for heat illness. Guest, Kayla Jones, Head Athletic Trainer Westside High School, Jacksonville, FL. Host is Jim Mackie, JSMP Resources please click on the attached PDF Presentation: https://www.jaxsmp.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/4-MSP-Heat-Hydration.pdf 

Middle School and Head Trauma / Concussions

March 07, 2022 13:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MB

This episode is for administrators, parents and coaches to properly identify and respond to head trauma. Guest is Blake Mace, Head Athletic Trainer at Englewood High School in Jacksonville, FL Your host, Jim Mackie, JSMP Resources: Open the attached link of the Power Point presentation https://www.jaxsmp.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/2-MSP-Head-Injuries-Concussions.pdf 

Emergency Action Planning for the Middle Schools

March 03, 2022 13:00 - 19 minutes - 13.7 MB

A brief discussion for administrators, coaches and parents to properly prepare an Emergency Action Plan. A proper plan in place, whether on the road or at home will save you precious moments in the case of any emergency. Follow the PDF presentation by opening this link: https://www.jaxsmp.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/1-MSP-Emergency-Action-Plans.pdf 

The ACL and Sports, a discussion on prevention, rehab and more

February 14, 2022 14:00 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MB

This episode is with Fred Baldwin, BROOKS Rehab in Jacksonville, FL.   Fred is an experienced  athletic trainer and physical therapist who provides rehabilitative services with BROOKS Rehabilitation and the Jacksonville Jaguars.  He also serves as an adjunct professor in the UNF Masters of Athletic Training Program.  He discusses many aspects of an ACL injury, from surgery, prevention, overcoming obstacles in rehab, motivation, grafts, sport specialization, and more. Join us for this enlight...

Mental Health and Sports

February 07, 2022 15:00 - 33 minutes - 23.4 MB

Show Notes: Dr. Miguel Franco 904-376-3800 [email protected]  Mick Franco, PhD, a bilingual licensed psychologist and a former sports psychologist for eight college national championship teams, enjoys working with adolescents and adults struggling with life challenges that compromise their ability to be at their best. Dr. Franco is highly invested in enhancing the self-esteem of his patients. His areas of expertise include: ·         Athletic performance enhancement ·         Psyc...

Program Assessment for Safety in Sports (PASS)

February 02, 2022 17:00 - 22 minutes - 15.8 MB

This program discusses the PASS (Program Assessment for Safety in Sport)  which is an upgrade to the Appropriate Medical Care Standards (AMCS) and web based program to help one meet or exceed safety standards in 12 areas.  Bart Peterson, a member of the development group with many years as a secondary school athletic trainer.  This document and program will help to standardize and validate the safety and services you provide. More information at PASS.nata.org

Middle School Preparation for Basketball

January 29, 2022 17:00 - 12 minutes - 8.61 MB

This episode features Jerry Stevens, Supervisor of Athletic Training for DCPS and Ribault HS Athletic Trainer Tatiana Burrough discussing preparation for basketball season.  Both have worked with very successful basketball programs for men and women.

The Athletic Trainer & the Athletic Director -Dilemma or Opportunity?

January 26, 2022 20:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MB

This episodes features a discussion with someone who filled duel roles at their high school as both an AT & AD.  This brings unique challenges and opportunity. Bart Peterson is our guest today from Palo Verde High in Tucson, AZ. Bart has served on the Board of Director of the National Athletic Trainers Association and held numerous leadership roles in District 7, Rocky Mountain AT Association.  He is very involved in secondary school issues and has served on their various committees to impr...

Women AT's in the NFL - Cassie Etell

October 28, 2021 19:00 - 25 minutes - 17.6 MB

Hear a  conversation with the first female athletic trainer with the Jacksonville Jaguars and learn of her journey, the challenges faced and lessons learned.  She also offers insights on sports safety and the opportunities available to women in the field of athletic training. She also discusses life balance as a newly wed to keep things in perspective. Cassie is the associate athletic trainer with the Jacksonville Jaguars with the National Football League. A graduate of the University of Nor...

Sage Advice from a Seasoned Athletic Trainer - John Lopez

September 30, 2021 14:00 - 31 minutes - 22 MB

John Lopez, now retired, was most recently the  assistant athletic director for sports medicine and head athletic trainer at Newberry College. Lopez joins Newberry from Coppin State University, where he served as the director of sports medicine and as the head athletic trainer for the Eagles. Lopez is a certified member of the National Athletic Trainers' Association, Mid-Atlantic Athletic Trainers' Association and the South Carolina Athletic Trainers' Association. Throughout his career Lop...

Concussion and Sports with Dr. Sarah Lahey

September 30, 2021 14:00 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MB

Dr. Sarah Lahey, Clinical Psychologist, Director of Psychological services at Brooks Rehabilitation and a concussion consultant to the National Football League discusses her role and the importance of proper concussion management following injury. Dr. Lahey is a leading authority in research and rehabilitation following concussion. She holds leadership positions in several national organizations and is published in the area of pediatric rehabilitation following brain trauma.  She is the pri...

Beating the Heat with Mike Ryan

August 23, 2021 04:00 - 32 minutes - 22.2 MB

Our episode features NBC Sports Medicine Analyst and well known physical therapist & athletic trainer Mike Ryan discussing critical issues regarding exercise and the heat. He will explain the Olympic preparations as well as practical advice for AT's, parents, athletes & coaches. Mike Ryan is an expert in the Sports Medicine field. As a 26 year certified athletic trainer and registered physical therapist veteran in the National Football League (NFL), Mike has outstanding first-hand sports me...

Sports Concussion - Special Edition with Bob Sefcik

August 11, 2021 16:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MB

A special edition with JSMP Executive Director Bob Sefcik discussing Sports Concussion, the Florida Law as it relates to assessment and safe return to play.  Learn what you need to know to be safe.

Heat Safety for Sports: Special Edition

August 10, 2021 22:00 - 9 minutes - 6.69 MB

What are heat illnesses? Heat illnesses are a spectrum of illnesses that occur due to heat exposure. This heat exposure can come from either environmental heat (air temperature) or simply intense exercise. These conditions can range from minor heat cramps to life-threatening heat stroke  Helpful Links https://www.jaxsmp.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Heat-Illnesses-Infographic_v04.pdf https://ksi.uconn.edu/emergency-conditions/heat-illnesses/ https://fhsaa.com/documents/2021/6/29//2122...

Heat Safety for Sports: Special Edition

August 10, 2021 22:00 - 9 minutes - 6.69 MB

What are heat illnesses? Heat illnesses are a spectrum of illnesses that occur due to heat exposure. This heat exposure can come from either environmental heat (air temperature) or simply intense exercise. These conditions can range from minor heat cramps to life-threatening heat stroke  Helpful Links https://www.jaxsmp.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Heat-Illnesses-Infographic_v04.pdf https://ksi.uconn.edu/emergency-conditions/heat-illnesses/ https://fhsaa.com/documents/2021/6/29//2122...

Before the Flashing Lights Appear - Preparation

August 04, 2021 14:00 - 6 minutes - 4.31 MB

Today, Jim will provide you a brief summary of a recent interview with Dr. Bradley Elias, Medical Director for the Jacksonville Fire & Rescue Department (JFRD) and Jerry Stevens, Supervisor of Athletic Training for the Duval County Public Schools.  Is your school properly prepared with an Emergency Action Plan specific to your venue.  Who and how will you respond when and emergency occurs at your sports venue?  Before the flashing lights appear will you be ready to respond?

Athletic Trainers Preparing for a New Season

August 02, 2021 16:00 - 13 minutes - 9.51 MB

Today, we spotlight two of our Duval County Public Schools Certified Athletic Trainers. Ashley Alvarez of Terry Parker High School and Blake Mace of Englewood High School.  Both were a part of Project 17, a program to place certified athletic trainers in the Duval County Public Schools in Jacksonville FL. Each brings their unique skill set and personality to provide the best of care for all of their student athletes in all sports.  They will share their preparation and key points for  dealin...

Athletic Trainers Preparing for a New Season

August 02, 2021 16:00 - 13 minutes - 9.51 MB

Today, we spotlight two of our Duval County Public Schools Certified Athletic Trainers. Ashley Alvarez of Terry Parker High School and Blake Mace of Englewood High School.  Both were a part of Project 17, a program to place certified athletic trainers in the Duval County Public Schools in Jacksonville FL. Each brings their unique skill set and personality to provide the best of care for all of their student athletes in all sports.  They will share their preparation and key points for  dealin...

Foam Rolling with Mike Ryan

June 21, 2021 22:00 - 21 minutes - 14.9 MB

Foam rolling is not  a new craze, but it's time to "get on  a roll" to make it  a part on ones, recovery, injury treatment and fitness plan.  Mike Ryan, PT, ATC, LAT, PEC & CES is author of "Foam Rolling for Dummies"  and will guide you through selection of the proper roller as well as express the benefits for muscle tissue.  Mike is a veteran of 26 years as an athletic trainer with the  New York Giants and Head Athletic Trainer / Physical Therapist for the Jacksonville Jaguars in the Nation...

Project 17: It's a wrap!

June 10, 2021 20:00 - 24 minutes - 17 MB

Project 17 is a community supported program to place full time certified athletic trainers in the 17 Duval County Public High Schools.  This groundbreaking program comes to a milestone  as the final two certified athletic trainers have completed their graduate degrees from Jacksonville University while serving at Fletcher and Atlantic Coast high schools.  Cody Gresham and Michael Davis discuss with JSMP Executive Director their progress, lessons learned and future plans.

Parents and experts – connecting the dots for sports safety

May 12, 2021 15:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MB

Youth sports safety is a hot topic throughout our nation.  Florida is leading the way by implementing new policies and procedures to keep our kids safe while playing sports. Today’s show introduces top youth sports safety expert Dr. Douglas Casa from the Korey Stringer Institute at the University of Connecticut and Mrs. Laurie Martin Giordano a parent advocate for sports safety here in Florida.   Guests: Mrs. Laurie Martin Giordano – the Zach Martin Memorial Foundation - https://zachmartin...

Emergency Action Planning - Before the Flashing Lights Appear

April 29, 2021 14:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MB

Emergency Action Planning is a critical plan in-place before an accident, injury or incident occurs. No matter what the venue or sports event, there needs to be a plan in place to help coordinate personnel and respond quickly to save lives. We talk with Dr. Bradly Elias, Medical Director of the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department (JFRD) and Jerry Stevens, Coordinator of Athletic Training for the Duval County Public  Schools (DCPS). Today’s Show Notes: Presence of AED & trained CPR indi...

Sports Safety and Life with Patric Young

April 18, 2021 16:00 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MB

Patric young is right here from Jacksonville, FL.  He played basketball and baseball at Providence High, basketball with the Florida Gators and professionally oversees too in Greece, Turkey, Italy & Israel (Hapoel Gilboa Galil, Israeli Basketball Premier League) He is an entrepreneur with a new Podcast titled The Young & the Rowdies which follows Florida Gator Basketball. He is a primary investor in two creative Escape Rooms in Jacksonville and the America’s Escape Game, at 239 W. Universit...