Transitioning From College to Professional Sports

In this episode of the Culture in Sports Podcast, co-hosts Dr. Jeremy Piasecki and Sydney Moore discuss her journey of transitioning from a collegiate athlete to a professional volleyball player in Germany’s Bundesliga. She discusses the challenges of finding an agent, negotiating contracts, and the importance of cultural adjustments, including language barriers. Sydney reflects on her experiences building relationships with teammates, the dynamics of leadership in a new environment, and her personal growth throughout this journey. She also explores the opportunities for NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) deals abroad and how they differ from her experiences in the U.S.