Being an athlete is one of the biggest reasons I am who I am today. You learn how to have structure, time management, team work skills, community, and belief in yourself. It also teaches you how to fail and fail big and learn from those failures to grow and improve as a person and an athlete.

Beyond the Game is a series where we take a look at former athletes who have taken the skills, discipline, and drive from their playing days and turned them into winning careers and businesses off the field. These stories show how the hustle...

Coach’s Corner is a weekly column where local coaches share practical advice, personal insights, and valuable lessons from the world of youth and high school sports. Whether you’re a coach looking to lead better, a parent supporting from the sidelines, or a player working to grow on and off the field, Coach’s Corner offers guidance, encouragement, and real-world experience to help you navigate the game—and life—with purpose.

Dennis Schocket is a well known musician not only in the county he grew up in, but internationally. He reflects on how his time in sports helped him prepare for his career today.