Episode 24: The Power of Passion-Finding your Purpose and Chasing Your Dreams

In this episode of the Student of the Game podcast, host Brad Noll speaks with Chauntiel Smith-Jones, a WNBA, FIBA, and NIL sports agent, and CEO/founder of Capture Sports Agency. Chauntiel talks about NIL (name, image, and likeness) agreements, explaining the positivity it can bring to college athletes and small business owners alike. She discusses the essentials of sports agency and shares her entrepreneurial wisdom. She delves into strategic client selection, brand building, and the importance of falling in love with the process. Listen this week as Brad and Chauntiel have an enlightening conversation on professional growth and personal fulfillment.

Guest Bio:

Chauntiel Smith-Jones is a WNBA/FIBA/NIL sports agent and CEO/Founder of Capture Sports Agency. Born and raised in Fort Wayne, IN. Attended South Side High School. Received a scholarship to run track at Indiana Tech for four years becoming a multiple time National Champion and recently inducted into the Indiana Tech Hall of Fame class of 2023. She also coaches at Indiana Tech and currently in her fourth year while winning several National Titles and coaching several All-Americans and National Champions. She’s a wife, a Godmother, an aunt, a believer and so much more. True definition of live here, lead here.