In Episode 6 of After the Game, host Jailyn Green sits down with Silas Sandles- former Piedmont mens tennis player and currently an undergraduate admissions adviser at Piedmont, for an honest conversation about the reality of life after college athletics. Centered around the theme “Winning Didn’t Change Anything,” the episode explores the pressure athletes feel to succeed and the realization that reaching those goals doesn’t always change everything the way we expect.
Silas keeps it real as he reflects on his experiences as a college athlete, sharing the highs of competition and the challenges that come once the season, and eventually the career, comes to an end. The conversation dives into identity, expectations, and the emotional side of sports that people often overlook.
Through his perspective, Silas offers an authentic look at what it means to move forward after athletics and how athletes can begin to redefine themselves beyond the game.
What is After the Game?
After the Game is a podcast hosted by Jailyn Green that explores life beyond sports. Through honest conversations with former athletes, the show dives into the emotional and mental journey of transitioning away from competition, when routines end, identities shift, and a new chapter begins. After the Game highlights growth, mental health, and purpose, reminding listeners that while the game may end, the journey continues on.