Behind the Underdogs

In this episode, we interview former Tufts lacrosse/hockey player and current Syracuse lacrosse player, Mason Kohn.

We discuss his unconventional hockey career, where he began as a 10 year old, which is typically a later start to hockey. He progressed slowly in the early years, always being one of the under developed players. That is until he reached junior hockey where he quickly rose through the ranks, eventually getting drafted to the USHL.

Despite his quickly advancing hockey career, he ended up at Tufts University where he struggled to find self confidence after committing D3. He overcame his ego and found purpose in playing for the guy next to him. Now, he has the opportunity to prolong his lacrosse career at D1 Syracuse University.

0:06:29 - Dedication to Hockey Training (48 Seconds)
0:12:38 - Contracts and Excitement in Hockey (56 Seconds)
0:19:32 - Lacrosse and Hockey in High School (109 Seconds)
0:27:48 - Transition From Hockey to Lacrosse (73 Seconds)
0:31:00 - Finding Meaning in D3 Athletics (60 Seconds)
0:34:25 - The Importance of a Face-Off Guy (77 Seconds)
1:03:34 - Overcoming Fear and Ego in Sports (84 Seconds)
1:12:47 - The Power of Making a Choice (74 Seconds)
1:17:08 - Unconventional Athletic Journey (81 Seconds)

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In this episode, we interview former rugby player and current coach at Athlete's Authority,  Jordi Taylor.

We talk through his journey in sports and how he's been able to translate his experiences from being an athlete into becoming an effective coach. We dive deeper on topics like how to decipher correct information from today's endless access to knowledge, how pivotal the proper coaching can be to improve your athletic and personal goals, and how finding a role model can guide you to your goals and desires.

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You can follow us on social media @underdog_brand on Instagram, @underdog_brand  on TikTok and The Underdog Brand on YouTube where we share podcast snippets, athletic research, and our products.

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In this episode, we interview University of North Carolina All-American wrestler, Lachlan McNeil.

We talk about his journey from the Middle East, to Canada, and finally to the United States where he has been able to prove himself as a high end wrestler. In Canada, the competition was good, but nothing in comparison to the competition in the US. He took the chance on coming to the states to prove himself to be among the best wrestlers in the country. He has done just that and is now striving to reach the next level in his wrestling career.

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You can follow us on social media @underdog_brand on Instagram, @underdog_brand  on TikTok and The Underdog Brand on YouTube where we share podcast snippets, athletic research, and our products.

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In this episode we interview cycling instructor Simmi Uppaladadium.

We discuss the ability to have resiliency when you are truly passionate about something, which Simmi has presented on her journey to becoming a cycling instructor in NYC. Some prevalent themes in diving into Simmi's journey is taking the leap of faith, battling doubt, and creating your own path.

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You can follow us on social media @underdog_brand on Instagram, @underdog_brand  on TikTok and The Underdog Brand on YouTube where we share podcast snippets, athletic research, and our products.

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In this episode, we interview current Stanford Assistant Wrestling Coach and former All-American wrestler at Missouri.

Grant has a unique story in that he faced just about every adversity along his journey. After an unfathomable amount of injuries and missing two and a half seasons, Grant returned to the mat and captured his first conference title and achieved All-America status. He was ranked as high as No. 3 in the nation that season and finished sixth at 149 pounds at the NCAA Championships in Cleveland, Ohio. Following the season, he was named Most Improved at his team's year-end banquet.

Grant also qualified for the NCAA Championships in 2020 at 141 pounds after placing third at the MAC Championships.

He is also endeavoring into the entrepreneurial side of things, launching his shoe brand, Heilung Shoes, The Ultimate Business Casual Dress Shoe for Health-Conscious Professionals.

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You can follow us on social media @underdog_brand on Instagram, @underdog_brand  on TikTok and The Underdog Brand on YouTube where we share podcast snippets, athletic research, and our products.

Visit our website to shop clothing and our just released energy drink, UD Energy.

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