What happens when a dream collides with a diagnosis?

In this unforgettable episode of Challenger Deep: Athletes Rising Above Adversity, D1 volleyball player Madeline “Mad” Wilson shares how she beat stage 4 cancer—twice—and still fought her way back to the court, helping her underdog team win back-to-back conference championships at Wofford College.

Mad gets raw about mental health, toxic positivity, being underestimated, and how a relentless “why” helped her rise from hospital rooms to high-stakes NCAA matches. She also opens up about the profound connection with her coach after her coach’s son was diagnosed with cancer, revealing how life’s darkest moments can lead to purpose and impact far beyond the game.

🎯 If you’ve ever felt like the odds were stacked against you, this is the episode you need.

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www.JeffHeggie.com/blogs/chipbakerListeners of our podcast can get an exclusive 25% discount on all of their dōTERRA products and supplements at https://www.confidentathleteprogram.com/doterra25What does it take to rise above stereotypes, adversity, and 25 job rejections? In this powerful episode of Challenger Deep: Athletes Rising Above Adversity, Coach Armando Jacinto shares his incredible journey from a 5'8" Hispanic athlete facing stereotypes to becoming a multi-sport coach, Athletic Director, and author.Coach Jacinto opens up about:Navigating rejection (25 head coach interviews before his first “yes”)Breaking barriers in coaching as a Hispanic leaderThe life-changing influence of his mentorsWhy soft skills like empathy and communication elevate leadersHow he’s mentoring the next generation of coaches through The Path for Coaches: Mentoring💥 This episode is a must-listen for coaches, athletes, and anyone chasing their dreams through adversity.📚 Grab the book: The Path for Coaches: Mentoring https://amzn.to/42Mbeie🎓 Learn more: Coach Jacinto’s Twitter🎁 Get 2 free weeks of the Confident Athlete Program + bonus resources: www.ConfidentAthleteProgram.com/ChallengerDeep👉 Subscribe and share if this inspired you to keep pushing through your challenges!

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www.JeffHeggie.com/blogs/chipbakerListeners of our podcast can get an exclusive 25% discount on all of their dōTERRA products and supplements at https://www.confidentathleteprogram.com/doterra25Join us for a deeply inspiring conversation on Challenger Deep: Athletes Rising Above Adversity with bestselling author and educator Chip Baker and co-author George Lee as they unveil their new book, The Path for Coaches: Mentorship.In this episode, Chip and George explore the power of mentorship in coaching, education, and life. They share personal stories of adversity turned into opportunity, the life-changing impact of their mentors, and how their new book brings together 20 influential voices to guide the next generation of leaders.🎯 Whether you’re a coach, teacher, athlete, or parent, this episode is packed with wisdom, practical lessons, and unforgettable moments that will inspire you to lead with purpose.🔗 Learn more about the book and upcoming release👉 https://amzn.to/42Mbeie💡 Topics Covered:How mentorship transforms adversity into growthReal-life coaching stories that inspire leadershipLessons from The Path for Coaches: MentorshipWhy mentorship is more important now than ever📚 Follow Chip Baker and George Lee for updates and release info.🎧 Subscribe to Challenger Deep for more stories of athletes and leaders rising above.

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