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3. Odessa Jenkins | Fearless Leadership, Football, and Building a Movement for Women in Sport

3. Odessa Jenkins | Fearless Leadership, Football, and Building a Movement for Women in Sport

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 What does it take to break barriers, build leagues, and redefine what leadership looks like in sport? In this empowering episode of Beneath the Armor, former NFL tight end Asante Cleveland and sports psychologist Dr. Trevor Cote sit down with trailblazer Odessa Jenkins—CEO of the Women’s National Football Conference, Hall of Fame athlete, and serial entrepreneur. Odessa shares her journey from growing up fearless in South Central LA to becoming a nationally recognized voice in women’s sports leadership. From founding multiple businesses and nonprofits to balancing elite athletic performance with a full-time executive career, her story is a blueprint for purpose-driven impact. She opens up about mentorship, overcoming systemic barriers, and why she never had to change who she was to succeed. Whether you're an athlete, coach, entrepreneur, or leader, this episode delivers game-changing insights on authenticity, resilience, and building the future of sport from the ground up. 👉 Enjoyed the episode? Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share with a fellow coach, athlete, or leader who could use a dose of inspiration. 📬 Leave a review or comment to let us know what resonated with you. 🔍 And be sure to explore more expert insights, courses, and exclusive content at SPKNmedia.org—your trusted source for sport leadership and mental well-being. #SPKN #SportLeadership #SportKnowledge #BeneathTheArmor #OdessaJenkins #WomenInSport #SportLeadership #FootballForAll #AthleteTransition #MentalResilience #FearlessLeadership #SPKNmedia #CoachingExcellence #SportEquality #WNFC

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