In this episode of The Sports Umbrella presented by GalwayPlus, host Kelly Okun interviews Kelenna Azubuike, an NBA-player-turned-color-commentator for the Golden State Warriors.

Kelenna shares how he felt like he lost his identity when he was injured while playing for the Golden State Warriors and how the NBPA program, Broadcaster U, at Syracuse helped him fall back in love with the game as a TV analyst.

His story is also one rooted in faith, which can be seen in how he gives back off the court with his nonprofit, The Athletes' Corner. His campaign - "Swishes for Dishes" - with the Warriors has raised over half a million meals for Feeding America.

The episode closes with a story about his wife, Rona, and how they experimented with unique cornbread flavor combinations and decided to start “Kelenna’s Famous Cornbread."

The Sports Umbrella is a Fairway to Green podcast sponsored by GalwayPlus. Learn more about GalwayPlus at www.galwayplus.com.

In this episode of The Sports Umbrella presented by GalwayPlus, host Kelly Okun speaks with Dean Burden, a former insurance executive turned spirits connoisseur. He co-founded The Nashville Distillery with a keen eye for marketing and a start in celebrity golf tournaments as a white label partner.

Dean has found much success with his 4547 whiskey and Big Dog Bourbon, which appeals to golfers. He has found ways to white label his high-quality spirits in a way that charities and corporations use them as a personal touch for fundraising and as unique party favors.

Dean and Kelly also discuss marketing constraints in spirits, potential sports licensing opportunities, industry trends, favorite golf courses and a daily “small wins” mindset that's useful for all entrepreneurs.

The Sports Umbrella is a Fairway to Green podcast sponsored by GalwayPlus. Learn more about GalwayPlus at www.galwayplus.com.

In this episode of The Sports Umbrella presented by GalwayPlus, host Kelly Okun interviews Jadan Randolph, co-founder of Vanguard Maven Group.

VMG is a marketing and strategy consultancy that helps teams, leagues and athletes build communities through resonant storytelling, new IP, shows and events across the sports, media and entertainment industries.

Jadan discusses differences in women’s sports fandom, Gen Z’s desire for digital-first access and the impact of experiential events. Kelly and Jadan even debate the pros and cons of sports betting

They go on to discuss the strategy behind building community and driving fandom for products like the hit TV show, Love Island, and end with Jadan's take on what streaming and online communities will look like in five years.

The Sports Umbrella is a Fairway to Green podcast sponsored by GalwayPlus. Learn more about GalwayPlus at www.galwayplus.com.