From A to Zebra Podcast S3:E11 Letter S - Selflessness guest Haywoode Workman

From A to Zebra Podcast S3:E11 Letter S - Selflessness guest Haywoode Workman

From From A to Zebra by Dana Pappas, Nate Acosta

May 27, 2026 · 38 min · Season 3 · Episode 11

About this episode

Haywoode Workman shares his journey from NBA player to referee and nonprofit leader, emphasizing selflessness and the impact of officiating.

Summary: In this episode, Haywoode Workman shares his inspiring journey from NBA player to referee and nonprofit leader. Discover the importance of selflessness, the impact of officiating, and innovative initiatives like the HBCU Hoops Invitational that aim to elevate HBCU sports and inspire the next generation. Sound Bites: "You pack and unpack 10-12 times a game." "Refereeing changed my life." "Educate, elevate, and excite." Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Selflessness 01:09 Haywood Workman's Journey in Sports 05:59 The Importance of Multi-Sport Participation 10:37 The Art of Officiating and Travel 13:32 Paying It Forward in Sports 16:16 Elevating HBCU Sports through Hoops 18:33 Symposium: Beyond Basketball - Life Lessons for Athletes 21:10 Future of HBCU Hoops Invitational 22:49 Changing Lives through Officiating 26:41 Recruiting the Next Generation of Officials 30:02 Personal Connections in Officiating Recruitment 32:56 Educate, Elevate, Excite: The Role of Officials 37:39 riverside_ed_- take 02 _ sep 25, 2024 001_from_a to zebra (1).mp4

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