Festus Ezeli
Festus Ezeli
#66 - Jimmer Fredette: Basketball, Mormonism, and Persevering
#66 - Jimmer Fredette: Basketball, Mormonism, and Persevering
#66 - Jimmer Fredette: Basketball, Mormonism, and Persevering
Wednesday 19th October 2022
Join Jimmer Fredette as he shares his journey from small-town dreams to NBA stardom and beyond with Festus Ezeli on 'Rebuilding the Beast'.
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Get the buttons here!Jimmer Fredette: From Small-Town Dreams to Global Impact
I feel like I'm a much better human now than I was when I was playing, and I've been able to find new paths because of the grace of God and just all the things I've been able to do.
Imagine growing up in a small town where everyone doubts your dreams. That’s the story of Jimmer Fredette, a professional basketball player who didn’t let skepticism hold him back. In this episode of 'Rebuilding the Beast', host Festus Ezeli chats with Jimmer about his journey from small-town kid to NBA player and beyond. Jimmer shares what it was like to attend Brigham Young University and uphold his values as a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.
He opens up about his experiences in the NBA, including the surprises and challenges he faced, and how he adapted when traded to different teams. But Jimmer’s story doesn’t end on the court. He talks about his time playing basketball in China and leading a team overseas, as well as his plans for life after basketball, including his charity, Jimmerosity. He also reflects on fatherhood and the lessons his children teach him every day.
If you’re interested in stories of perseverance, faith, and finding new paths, this episode is a must-listen.