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The Season 01 Finale of the 3RIPLE 3HREAT podcast, titled 'ME vs. ME' is now live! We want to thank every single guest that joined us during our debut season. Jermel had a great time interviewing guests and listening as they shared their stories and knowledge. With over 6,000 listens in Season 01, we are happy to say we're just getting started! What comes next? SEASON 02 debuting early next year! On Season 02, we shift our focus to the mental stability of the student-athlete. The upcoming season will help our audience advance their knowledge about student-athletes mental cognition.  Thank you, listeners, for turning in this season! Make sure you're subscribed as we bring on even more great guests in Season 02 of the 3RIPLE 3HREAT podcast!

The Student-Athlete Informational In this week’s episode of the 3RIPLE 3HREAT podcast, the second to last episode of Season 01, we’ve created a Mixtape. We’ve gathered sound bites from our first season of the 3RIPLE 3HREAT podcast. This mixtape is full of important information from ten of our guests. Guests include a student-athlete, collegiate coaches, community organizer, nutritionist, doctor, law enforcement professional, teen counselor, sports agency and the assistant director of Regulatory Affairs at the NCAA. Take a listen to this mixtape to hear a wealth of information!

On today's episode of the 3RIPLE 3HREAT podcast, our guest is Jermel's good friend, Dwayne "Amazing" Grace. A long loved College of Charleston Cougar! When we talk about people and relationships, this guy knows it best.  When Jermel left Fork Union Military Academy, Clemson, Dayton and Wisconsin were left on the table.  Jermel and his mother met with Coach Grace and Coach Kresse....  The rest was history. Coach Grace has a smooth way of getting his point across and Jermel felt like this was the place for him. He didn't know what to expect and Coach Grace's presence made him feel comfortable away from home. In speaking to most of the CofC players, it seems like Coach Grace was responsible for a lot of the great talent Coach Kresse had the opportunity of coaching. Coach Grace is currently in Charlotte, North Carolina teaching the ABC’s of basketball and enjoying the athletic atmosphere.  Tune in to hear about Dwayne Grace's playing career, recruiting College of Charleston athletes and the training life! Our DAE Foundation message is to bring quality information to STUDENT-ATHLETES, PARENTS of student athletes and THE COMMUNITY that supports them both. There is a wealth of knowledge being shared in our interviews. The stories are from former COLLEGIATE PLAYERS, PROFESSIONAL PLAYERS, COLLEGIATE COACHES, SPORT AGENTS and the list goes on.

On this week's episode of the 3RIPLE 3HREAT podcast, our featured guest is AAron Lucas. AAron is originally from Richland Northeast, Columbia, SC. In 1997, he was named a Nike All American. After a great career at the University of South Carolina, Lucas transitioned to a 6-year career as a professional basketball player. During his career he was named Domestic Player of the year! On the podcast, Lucas stresses the importance of the grind and setting goals in order to become a great student-athlete. "Another 'Lowcountry Legend' that people don't know about... AAron Lucas just took a different route!" Tune into the 3RIPLE 3HREAT podcast to hear about The Ultimate Student-Athlete Experience: stories about student-athletes, for student-athletes and by student-athletes!

On this week’s episode of the 3RIPLE 3HREAT podcast, our guest is Rashard Alston. Rashard played on Team DAE for a few years and was co-captain of his team. Rashard, always the leader, gave 100% on every play! He was undersized for his position, but used his skills and mental approaches to overcome. Today, Rashard is a collegiate coach at Bluefield State College in West Virginia. Tune into the 3RIPLE 3HREAT podcast to hear stories about student-athletes, for student-athletes and by-student-athletes. 

On this week’s episode of the 3RIPLE 3HREAT podcast we have a special guest, Jim Yarbrough. Coach Yarbrough and Jermel had a stint at the College of Charleston. Jermel remembers Coach Yarbrough as a high energy coach, especially during game time!  They have a great conversation on the podcast about the evolution of the student-athlete.  The Valdosta State University team had not been to post-season in 23 years. As head coach, in his second year with the Blazers, the team went to the Sweet 16 of the National Tournament.  In addition to VSU, Coach Yarbrough was twice a finalist for National Coach of the Year. In 2005, he took the job at Southeastern Louisiana University where he served for 9 seasons becoming the second winningest coach in school history.  Tune into the 3RIPLE 3HREAT podcast to hear stories about student-athletes, for student-athletes and by-student-athletes. 

This week on the 3RIPLE 3HREAT podcast, our featured guest is Jermel's good friend, Bernard Jackson! Bernard had to work hard to earn his position on the court following an injury in high school. Serious injuries don't have to be career ending if you listen to your doctors and take your time healing the injury. As a young person, a few months off the court can seem like a lifetime. But in the grand scheme of life, your body will thank you for allowing it time to heal!

In Episode 35 of the 3RIPLE 3HREAT podcast our featured guest is Derrick Coles. Derrick is the Assistant Director of Agent Development at the NCAA. In his position, he is the middleman of the ‘test the water stage’ program that the NCAA has with potential NBA/NFL players. Jermel and Derrick had a great conversation about what general managers, scouts and sports agents are looking for. Tune into the 3RIPLE 3HREAT podcast to hear about The Ultimate Student-Athlete Experience: stories about student-athletes, for student-athletes and by student-athletes!

Our featured guest on the 3RIPLE 3HREAT podcast this week is Joe Chealey. Joe was born in Florida and attended Apopka High School. Jermel watched Joe play over the years for the College of Charleston. He is a smooth, high IQ player that has plenty of tools. Joe graduated from CofC in 2018 and spent two years playing for the Charlotte Hornets/Greensboro Swarm. The student-athlete life is a journey you must appreciate. It gives you sweet and sour all in one bite. If you are a student-athlete and enjoy hearing valuable information, tune into the 3RIPLE 3HREAT podcast. We will serve the knowledge on a silver platter!

Our featured guest on the 3RIPLE 3HREAT podcast this week is Carl "Shake" Thomas (CT). Carl and Jermel met after Carl transferred from Western Kentucky to the College of Charleston. They immediately connected and the rest was history! Shake was a 6’8 two guard that could shoot off the dribble, get to the cup and had a smooth catch and shoot jumper to go with his package. We had a lot of success as a team at the College of Charleston but in one of our biggest wins against UNC, Carl poured in 20! Jermel and Carl were roommates so they spent a lot of time talking about basketball, family and life after basketball. Shake is doing all the things they spoke about, especially in the community. Tune in to 3RIPLE 3HREAT podcast to hear all about it! Carl Thomas Bio: Carl Thomas is a native of the beautiful St. Croix U.S. Virgin Islands. He grew up in Tampa, Florida and was a four-year letterman at Tampa Preparatory High School. Through hard work and dedication, he was awarded a full ride scholarship to attend Western Kentucky University and then transferred to College of Charleston. There he was highlighted as one of the top 60 players in the country. He signed with San Antonio Spurs as an unrestricted free agent. After a short stint in the NBA, Carl was selected by Roanoke Dazzle of the CBA. He also spent several years internationally, winning two Championships in Japan and Dominion Republic. Thomas retired from basketball and returned to the College of Charleston to obtain his B.S. in Business Administration. Carl moved back home to plant his feet into entrepreneurship, real estate and investing.

On this week’s episode of the 3RIPLE 3HREAT podcast, our featured quest is Tre Mclean. He has a real Charleston story! Tre is an example of how academics and athletics can change your picture frame. Tre grew up downtown in the city of Charleston Park and Rec sports. He played quarterback for Jermel’s dad when we has so short he couldn’t see over the offensive line. Now Tre is 6’8! He made his way in the books from hard work and a supportive mom and community. This is a story about you! We will feed you the knowledge… Bring your own handkerchief!

Our featured guest this week on the 3RIPLE 3HREAT podcast is Coach Seth Wilson. He's currently the head basketball coach at Fork Union Military Academy.   If you know the story, FUMA was the beginning step in my career. Prep schools can be a great asset to young student athletes, not only from a maturation stand point but from a social and academic perspective as well.   If you are considering attending a prep school, tune into the 3RIPLE 3HREAT podcast to get more information about the process.

On this week’s episode of the 3RIPLE 3HREAT podcast, Jermel interviews Jamal Edmonson. Jermel spent a lot of time working with this monster! Jamal has the heart of a lion, a great work ethic and a desire to succeed. He’s an undersized post and an oversized wing-combo player. Great passing skills, great hands and a knack to score the ball. He is also a gentle giant with a well supporting cast of family and community. Jermel and Jamal spoke about the transition from high school to college and the rigorous schedule it demands. They also discuss Jamal’s journey and how he got to the collegiate level, and what he’s doing to maintain this level. Tune into the 3RIPLE 3HREAT podcast to hear stories about student-athletes, for student-athletes and by student-athletes.

Our mission to give student-athletes and their families the tools and information necessary to get to the next level continues by engaging with the NCAA Eligibility Center. Barrington Huntley's job with the NCAA Eligibility Center includes reaching out to high school student-athletes to ensure they are eligible to compete their first year of college.   In this second episode with the NCAA Eligibility Center, Barrington shares about the NCAA eligibility process, transfer rules, recruiting calendars, changes to Division II eligibility standards and COVID-19 changes and flexibility.   Crucial times. Crucial information.

Today we are again sharing our interview with Barrington Huntley of the NCAA Eligibility Center. Our mission to give student-athletes and their families the tools and information necessary to get to the next level continues by engaging with the NCAA Eligibility Center. Barrington Huntley's job with the NCAA Eligibility Center includes reaching out to high school student-athletes to ensure they are eligible to compete their first year of college.   He goes into detail about what this includes on this episode of the 3RIPLE 3HREAT podcast.   Crucial times. Crucial information.

This week on the 3RIPLE 3HREAT podcast we are serving our listeners something a little different.   Our guest is Natasja Visser. Natasja at Let's Explain is an experienced counselor and coach specializing in children, adolescents and families.   We have a terrific conversation for you to listen and learn from about student-athletes and sex and the confusion it can cause.   Jermel thought back to his own personal experience: "I became a dad when I was a freshman in high school. Early in my career, being a great athlete allowed me to be around a lot of mature peers so I experienced a lot of what older peers experienced. Don’t get it confused, I am grateful for my wonderful gift that came from my experience but it could have been a situation that could have held me back had I not had community and family support. In life, we live and learn so adopt the 'prevention vs treatment' method."   Tune into the 3RIPLE 3HREAT podcast to get tips on how it's done!   In today's episode we touch base on a number of topics including teenage pregnancy, prevention, sexting, pornography addiction, distractions and relationships.

On this week’s episode of the 3RIPLE 3HREAT podcast, Jermel interviews Terrell ‘T Mac’ McIntyre. Rewinding the clock… Jermel was at Fork Union and his last five options were Wisconsin, Clemson, College of Charleston, Dayton and NC A&T. He really wanted to stay in state so College of Charleston and Clemson were his final two options. Well Coach Barnes at Clemson gave T Mac the nod and Jermel NEVER made the best decision of his life. Tune in this week to hear about ACC rivalries and professional careers.

Our featured guest on the 3RIPLE 3HREAT podcast today is Raquel Thomas. Raquel’s story of starting as a student-athlete to becoming a successful entrepreneur will be an episode you don’t want to miss. Especially the female student-athletes and their parents. Tune in to hear stories from student-athletes on the 3RIPLE 3HREAT podcast!

Our featured guest on the 3RIPLE 3HREAT podcast today is Charlton Singleton. Charlton is not a former student-athlete, but every athlete wants to be a musician and every musician wants to be an athlete. This is why we as athletes listen to music before we perform… It soothes the soul. Things that familiarize these two crafts are the competitive nature, creativity, the ability to perform on the spot and, most of all, the will to win. Charlton is known worldwide for his talent. Tune in to hear how it all got started!

On today's episode of the 3RIPLE 3HREAT podcast, our featured guest is Coach Chris Evans! Just like most Assistant Coaches and Players, over time they develop a great bond. Coach E and Jermel had an unforgettable encounter. During pre-game and on his stroll from class to class, Jermel would wear headphones. One day Coach Evans asked, “President, what are you listening to?” Jermel replied “That Pac Coach.” Coach E chuckled and asked who Pac was and invited Jermel over to listen to Tupac’s album “All Eyez on Me.” After two hours of conversation, they not only became great friends but got to know each other. To this day, Jermel is grateful for the relationship they developed. They are currently working on projects for the DAE Foundation to expand our services across the country. So many times this game can bring different people together. If you have problems, just play basketball! Here is a little about Coach E: “Mel, I am a native of Owego, NY. I attended Owego Free Academy (where I currently teach and coach) and then Geneseo State University (D3) where I played all four years. The three-point line helped out my career - we finally got it in 1987, my senior year. After a brief career in radio, I went to Northern Ireland where I played two seasons professionally. That experience completely changed the arc of my life - people, culture, confidence, etc. I went to Texas in 1992 - coached at a public school for one year and then moved on to Marine Military Academy (a prep school in Harlingen, TX) where I coached and taught English for three years. This was also a unique and profound experience. I landed the College of Charleston job in 1996. The timing was obviously pretty good! I thought I knew a lot about basketball before I got to CofC, but quickly realized I knew nothing. Coach Kresse was a basketball savant, in my opinion. Additionally, what I learned from you, Sedric, AJ, Thad, DJ, etc will be part of me forever - the life lessons, the competitive drive, etc.”