Episode 173 - The work it takes to become a cold 3 point shooter, managing struggles in the pro world, and making your name in the hoops world when being from a small community, with Bridget Carleton

About this episode

Bridget Carleton discusses her journey as a Canadian basketball player, including her struggles and successes in the professional world.

Today’s episode comes in hot with one of the best Canadian hoopers to ever do it, and currently do it, Ms. Bridget Carleton. We get the chance to chop it up with the former All-American, Overseas pro, long time National Team Member and current WNBA star about so many different parts of her journey. From small-town roots but a big heart, Bridget realized basketball was the sport she wanted to pursue in her high school years, but a healthy mental approach helped her understand there would be bumps along the way. That said, it was her first experience with Team Canada that she realized she belonged, and since then, her career has taken off. Drafted in 2019 by Connecticut and then getting released was the biggest eye opener for Bridget so far, and a time she is now grateful for as it was the parachute to drive her to greatness. Don’t skip over this one, Episode 173 is a banger! We thank Bridget for her time and wish her continued success!!! Bridget Carleton - Guest https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bridget_Carleton https://www.instagram.com/bridgecarleton https://www.espn.com/wnba/player/_/id/3906972/bridget-carleton Aaron Mitchell - Host Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/a_a_mitch/…

People in this episode

Host: Aaron Mitchell

Guest: Bridget Carleton

Topics covered

• basketball
• professional sports
• mental health
• athlete journey
• WNBA
• Canadian basketball

Keywords

• Bridget Carleton
• basketball
• WNBA
• Team Canada
• professional athlete
• mental approach
• 3 point shooter

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Team Canada, Connecticut, WNBA

Places: Canada, small-town

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