The legendary former volleyball player, Olympic gold medalist, and one of the greatest of all time in this beautiful sport shared an interesting reflection on a social media platform.
It’s Not Just About the Game—It’s About What Comes After
You’ve done the impossible.
You made it to the pros—something millions dream of, and only a few ever achieve. You’ve trained hard, sacrificed, and given everything to your sport. You’re praised, celebrated, and paid.
But let’s have a real moment here:
What happens when the cheers fade?
The Reality No One Warns You About
You’d think success in sports equals success in life. But here’s the kicker:
- 60% of NBA players go broke within 5 years of retirement.
- 78% of NFL players face financial stress just 2 years after leaving the game.
- And way too many just stop checking their bank apps entirely… out of fear or shame.
It’s heartbreaking. But it’s also preventable.
You Had a Team to Get You Here… But Who’s Got Your Back Now?
Think about it:
- You had strength coaches for your body.
- Skills coaches for your game.
- Nutritionists for your diet.
- Psychologists for your mind.
- Agents, lawyers, PR reps… even your high school P.E. teacher showed up for you.
But who taught you how to:
- Budget?
- Invest?
- Avoid scams?
- Plan for life after sport?
Exactly.
So, Who’s Responsible?
Truth is—you are.
Maybe your mom still peeks at your bank statements. But at the end of the day, this is your future. Your life. Your responsibility.
Your Mindset Will Take You Further Than Your Talent Ever Could
Your skills got you signed.
Your hustle made you shine.
But your mindset?
That’s what will secure your future.
Being smart with money isn’t about being rich.
It’s about being ready—for anything.
Don’t Wait. Learn About Money Now.
Not after the injury.
Not after the contract ends.
Not after you “have time.”
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Now.
Start simple:
- Talk to a financial advisor.
- Read one article a week.
- Set up auto-savings.
- Ask questions.
- Say “no” to what feels wrong—even if everyone else says “yes.”
Real Talk: You Deserve to Be Secure
You’ve earned the spotlight. Now earn the peace of mind that comes with knowing your future is protected.
Because the real gold medal?
It’s not the ring.
It’s not the trophy.
It’s waking up years from now, after the game is over, and saying:
“I made it—and I kept it.”
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