The Importance of Being Present
Good morning.
We are less than two weeks out from Super Bowl LIX, featuring the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles. The 59th edition of the Super Bowl will feature a rematch between the Chiefs and Eagles, who previously faced off in the 2023 Super Bowl.
The 2025 Super Bowl will also feature:
Kansas City’s attempt at a third straight win,
Kansas City’s fifth Super Bowl appearance since 2020, and
The sixth rematch in Super Bowl history.
Tune in to the Super Bowl February 9th to see who prevails between the Chiefs and Eagles!
Enjoy your Wednesday,
Taylor and the CG Sports Co
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Lilly King
This past weekend, Lilly King led two separate swim clinics and made an impact on both young swimmers and their coaches. The success of a clinic is always easiest to gauge when we receive comments, such as, “Best Friday night practice ever” and “coolest swim clinic ever.”
Katie Grimes
Virginia competed at the Eddie Reese Invitational in Texas this past weekend. Freshman Katie Grimes delivered the NCAA’s top time this season in the 400 IM (3:59.02), as well as Virginia’s third fastest 500 free (4:33.05) in program history. In an interview with SwimSwam, Grimes discussed the college racing scene and the fun of supporting/being supported by a team.
Bittersweet Treasures
Bittersweet Treasures: A Father’s Journey Through Loss and Healing is now available for pre-sale. Purchased Kindle editions will download automatically on March 20th when the book is officially released. 100% of net proceeds will benefit The Christina Mauser Foundation.
Since going on pre-sale, Bittersweet Treasures has rocketed to #1 on the New Release charts!
Click here to pre-purchase your copy of Bittersweet Treasures today!
Be Present
Over the last week+, Cejih has been on the road. During this time, he has been able to connect with several of our clients in a variety of different venues: workshops, swim meets, business meetings, etc.
This ability to be present in a digital world is a key part of our success as a company and something that Cejih has made a personal goal of increasing throughout the year. Here’s why:
Strengthens connections. As often as possible, we want to show up for our clients and be present at events both big and small. This matters because it allows us get to support and continue to get to know our client, as well as members of their community.
Increases learning opportunities. Each time that Cejih (or any member of the CG Sports team) leads a workshop, we have an opportunity to increase our learning. Cejih’s latest NIL workshop with the University of Tennessee was a successful workshop because the participants learned new skills AND Cejih got some new ideas, too!
Create more sales leads. Business basics don’t lie: more sales leads are created through face-to-face conversations, leading to more deals being closed.
These are just three reasons why we are aiming to be more present in 2025.
The NCAA is cruising towards conference meet season and sometimes anxiety can build with big meets. If you are feeling stressed heading into conference season, Coach Christen Shefchunas is here to help guide you. Advice can be found on her Instagram (@christen_shefchunas), her website, and in her book or journal.
Want to grow your confidence? Purchase Confident: 52 Reminders for Consistent Confidence in the Inconsistent World of Sports (book) and Confident: A Journal for Athletes (journal) today!
Sponsor Spotlight: Travel + Leisure
For more than 50 years, Travel + Leisure has been sharing all of the greatest spots to dine, shop, hike, cruise, and more. With a print magazine, online website, and social media presence, Travel + Leisure reaches more than 16 million travelers each month.
In addition to informing and inspiring travelers, Travel + Leisure has embraced the leisure part of their name, sharing tips and tricks on all of the ways that individuals can enjoy life at home.
Travel + Leisure is Katie Grimes’ official travel and hospitality partner through the end of 2025.
Visit Travel + Leisure’s website to for trip ideas, destinations, travel products, and more.
Champions Mojo, Episode #270: “Olympic Champion Katharine Berkoff Reflects on Her Journey and the NC State Legacy”
Today, we’re diving into a truly memorable interview with Olympic champion Katharine Berkoff. Recorded during NC State’s 50th-anniversary celebration of women’s swimming, this episode is a heartfelt exploration of Katharine’s journey, her reflections on being part of the Wolfpack, and her post-Olympic life. Berkoff won gold in the 2024 Paris Summer Olympic Games as the preliminary backstroke lead off swimmer for Team USA and was also an individual bronze Medalist in the 100 meter backstroke.
Katharine shares what it’s like to reconnect with alumni who paved the way for her success, her thoughts on NC State’s tradition of producing world-class backstrokers, and the emotional resilience required to secure her Olympic medal. From her thrilling journey to becoming NC State’s first female Olympic champion to her candid reflections on transitioning to professional swimming, this episode is packed with wisdom, inspiration, and a touch of humor.
You’ll also get a glimpse into Katharine’s personal life as she shares the story of her beloved rescue kitten, Peach, and how she’s embracing her new chapter with renewed focus on self-care and recovery. Whether you’re an athlete, a fan of swimming, or someone seeking motivation to tackle life’s challenges, this episode is a must-listen. Dive in and join us for an unforgettable conversation with one of the sport’s brightest stars!
Catch up on EVERY episode at ChampionsMojo.com.
Craving more from the Champion's Mojo team? Grab your copy of Kelly Palace's Take Your Mark, LEAD! and Maria Parker's Do Tough on Amazon!
