{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"From The Players","title":"Kelsey O’Connor Turns Medically Retiring Into Motivational Speaking","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2357,"description":"In this episode of \"From The Players,\" we are joined by Kelsey O’Connor, a former NC State softball player who turned a challenging end to her athletic career into a new beginning. O’Connor's journey is not just about sports; it's a powerful story of resilience, identity, and making an impact beyond the field.\nKelsey O’Connor Turns Medically Retiring Into Motivational Speaking Highlights:\nStories on how Kelsey fell in love with the game of softball and made it to her dream school, NC State.\nKelsey O'Connor shares her experience dealing with her third concussion and the tough decision to medically retire.\nLearn how Kelsey transitioned from being a collegiate athlete to a motivational speaker.\nKelsey shares insights on how athletes can distinguish their self-worth from their sports achievements.\nFind out how Kelsey is currently involved in social work for athletes at NC State, helping others navigate their challenges.\nSpecial Links:\nKelsey O'Connor | Instagram\nSUBSCRIBE to From the Players for $10/month\nWith your amplification, we can connect with more athletes around the world!\n\nLet's Connect:\nSydney Supple: Twitter | Instagram\nFrom The Players page: SportsE Media\nSportsE Media: TikTok | Instagram | Twitter\nRelated Episodes to Kelsey O’Connor Turns Medically Retiring Into Motivational Speaking:\nCoach Jim Tressel’s Legacy: A Buckeye’s Story of Life-Changing Mentorship | Nate Oliver\nThe Kaylee America Rodriguez Story | Bigger Than Sports | Michigan Softball\nLife After Oklahoma Softball with Nicole Mendes | Mental Health Post-Graduation\nCredits:\nFrom The Players is the property of KazSource, Inc. Presented, produced, and part of the podcast network SportsE Media.\nMusic provided by Haley Hooper | Website | Song: Love Me Anymore on Apple & Spotify","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/2yscs-km84zgTPPCbamzZj5X0rNVDkyACx6_1u5YGb0/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzM4NjI2LzE3MDY3/Mjk0MDktYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}