Our Events
We host regular events to connect athletes and former athletes within our community.
Our monthly huddles are hosted on Zoom the first Friday of every month. These group coaching sessions are an hour long and facilitated by our coaches and/or partners. Each session focuses on a wellness or career support theme.
Our Weekly Office Hours are held on the third Wednesdays of each month from 11.30 to 12.30pm PST (2.30 to 3.30pm EST) by one of our team members. Join to learn more about our programs and how we can best support you. Join HERE (no need to register).
July Huddle
Live Transition Talks with Link Kabadyundi
Join host Steve Davis Jr. for an inspiring conversation with former basketball player Link Kabadyundi. During this one-hour interview and live Q&A, Link will share about his athletic journey, his transition to life after basketball, and his story of resilience, mental health, and overcoming some of life’s toughest challenges.
Currently, Link serves as Director of Communication and Engagement at Findhelp Information Services in Toronto. He also leads the Slilmmduch Foundation and is the founder of THR1VE Media, where he continues to create impact through storytelling and advocacy.
June Huddle
Expert-led Session: Leadership Beyond the Game: Stories, Lessons & Next Moves with Brian Wood
What does leadership really look like when the scoreboard disappears?
In this interactive virtual session, Brian Wood of MARS Coaching and Athletes Soul will share powerful stories and lessons from business, athletics, leadership development, military culture, and work with professional athletes and professional sports organizations. Through real experiences, mistakes, defining moments, and visual storytelling, participants will explore what leadership looks like under pressure, during transition, and when facing uncertainty about what comes next. This is not a lecture. It’s a conversation. You’ll engage through live reflection questions, chat interaction designed to help you think deeper about identity, resilience, communication, purpose, and your “next best move” both in sport and in life.
May Huddle
Coach-Led Workshop:
A one-hour interactive session led by one of our Master Coaches, focused on a targeted exercise from the Athletes Soul programs.
April Huddle
Fireside Chat:
A conversation with former athletes who share their experiences working in a specific professional field, moderated by an Athletes Soul team member and followed by an audience Q&A. This month, we welcome Dr. Kim Hollingdale (Sport Psychologist), Martha Mattox (Physiotherapist), Conrad Francis (Swim coach), Reggie Jones (Football Coach), and Veronica Tearney (Sport Performance Specialist and Nutritionist).
March Huddle
Live Transition Talks
Open to all members, this 30–45-minute live interview features a former athlete and is moderated by Steve Davis Jr. The session wraps up with an interactive Q&A with the guest.
February Huddle
Expert-Led Session with Todd Adamson and Adam Boardman
Join our mental health specialists for an engaging presentation on a topic related to athletic retirement and athlete well-being, followed by a live Q&A.
January Huddle
Coach-Led Workshop with Katie Hawkins “Finding Your Ikigai: Reconnecting to Purpose Beyond Sport”
This huddle is an invitation to pause, reflect, and reconnect with what truly matters to you, no matter what season you are in. Using the Ikigai framework, we’ll explore how your strengths, passions, values, and real-world opportunities can come together to guide your next chapter. Gain clarity, direction, and a sense of purpose you can build on throughout the year.
December Huddle
Join our co-founders Myriam Glez and Pauline Mottet for a year-end celebration as we look back on our highlights, milestones, and the impact we’ve made together this year!
November Huddle
Join us for an online discussion with Michael Horvath, founder of Strava and Nyfik and Philippa Portnoy, co-founder of LaunchBreak.
NIL & Student-Athletes - Part 1
Ben Chase, Director of NIL Strategy at Florida Gators and Stephen Bienko, CEO and Co-founder of 42U join Athletes Soul coaches for a discussion on the current NIL landscape and its impact on student-athletes in and beyond sport.
Explore Your Dreams and Endless Possibilities Beyond Sport
Explore your Dreams and Endless Possibilities with Coach Katie Hawkins
Join Coach Katie Hawkins for a powerful one-hour coaching session where you’ll dive into the bucket list exercise to dream big, break limits and uncover your unique possibilities beyond sport. No filters. No boundaries. Just you and your vision for what’s possible.
Run for the Soul Kick Off
Join us for our Run for the Soul Kick Off Event!
Whether you're a first-time participant or just curious about getting involved, this is the perfect opportunity to learn what the fundraiser is all about. We’ll walk you through how to join, what’s expected, how to fundraise, and how your efforts directly support retiring athletes. You’ll also hear from past participants and connect with others in our growing community.
Overcoming Athlete Burnout
Understanding and Overcoming Burnout in Late Career and Athletic Retirement
Join us on Friday June 6 for our June Monthly Huddle with Dr Dan Zimet to discuss the impact of of burnout in late athletic career and athletic retirement.
Mental Fitness for Athletes in Transition and Beyond
Mental Fitness for Athletes in Transition and Beyond
Join us on Friday May 2nd for our Monthly Huddle with Todd Adamson to explore how the mindset that fueled your athletic success—resilience, discipline, and adaptability—can be harnessed for your next chapter.
We’ll dive into what it means to build mental fitness the same way you built physical strength, emphasizing tools like mindfulness, goal-setting, and self-talk. We will discuss these points:
✅ Transition is a Process, Not an Endpoint
✅ Identity is Bigger Than Your Sport
✅ Mental Fitness is Built Like Physical Training
✅ Structure and Purpose Drive Success Beyond Competition
Networking at UC Irvine
Join us for a panel discussion and networking event at UC Irvine!
Hosted by UC Irvine, Athletes Soul, and Next Play U, this event will bring together athletes and former athletes for an evening of learning and networking. In a panel discussion on how to translate your athletic experience, you’ll learn to understand your value, your assets, and how to articulate your skills for professional success.
Former collegiate rower Meera Bhatia, COO of Fabletics, former semi-pro basketball player, Martina Zavagno, former Nike executive, and a couple more will share their expertise on leveraging athletic experience for career growth. The panel discussion will be followed by networking with the UCI student-athletes, and members of Athletes Soul and Next Play U.
Balance in Health & Wellness After Sport
Join us on Friday April 4th for our Monthly Huddle with Coach Katie Hawkins to discuss how to find balance in health and wellness after your athletic career ends.
"Navigating nutrition and wellness after sport requires a shift from peak performance fueling to sustainable, long-term health".
In this discussion, Katie will share practical strategies on:
✅ Balancing macronutrients & supporting gut health
✅ Adjusting portion sizes & embracing mindful eating
✅ Fueling for longevity, mental clarity, & energy
✅ Shifting from structured training to joyful movement
Entrepreneurship and Startups Careers
Athletes Soul and The Players Impact (TPI) are teaming up for our monthly huddle! Join us, Tracy Deforge (founder and CEO of TPI) and Lonie Paxton (Superbowl Champion and NFL veteran) for a fireside chat introducing The players Impact which mission is to empower athletes in the worlds of entrepreneurship, startups and angel investing.
Athletes & Climate Action
Athletes Soul and Eco-Athletes partner for this monthly huddle. Join us for an exciting huddle for climate and sustainability conscious athletes and former athletes!
Goal Setting: New Year, New You!
Ready to level up? Kick off this New Year with Athletes Soul and set up yourself for success in both sports and everyday life with with Coach Tony Everett.