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Javorn Farrell

Javorn Farrell

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Jun 8

The NIL Era Is Here, But Are Athletes Ready?

Getting paid is one thing. Being prepared for what comes with it is another.

The NIL Era Is Here, But Are Athletes Ready?

Javorn Farrell

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Apr 24

Why I Wrote GAME on GAME

The heart behind the book and the mission behind the movement

Why I Wrote GAME on GAME

Javorn Farrell

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Apr 10

Why Can’t Athletes Major in Their Sport?

Higher education has majors for performers, artists, and musicians. Why not athletes?

Why Can’t Athletes Major in Their Sport?

Javorn Farrell

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Mar 30

The Price of Play: How Youth Sports Became a $40B Marketplace

The game is still for the kids — but too often, the system is built for everyone else.

The Price of Play: How Youth Sports Became a $40B Marketplace

Javorn Farrell

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Mar 18

From D1 Dreams to Real-World Realities

D1 is an achievement, but not the end of the story.

From D1 Dreams to Real-World Realities

Javorn Farrell

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Dec 11, 2025

No One’s Coming to Save You — Prepare While You Still Can

The game gave you structure. Now it’s time for you to build the rest.

No One’s Coming to Save You — Prepare While You Still Can

Javorn Farrell

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Aug 14, 2025

Why Every Athlete Needs a Mentor Outside of Sports

Strong athletes have great coaches. Strong people have great mentors too.

Why Every Athlete Needs a Mentor Outside of Sports

Javorn Farrell

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Jul 10, 2025

Talent Might Get You in the Room, But Relationships Keep You There

Skill got you to the court. Relationships carry you beyond it.

Talent Might Get You in the Room, But Relationships Keep You There

Javorn Farrell

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May 21, 2025

The Real Game Starts After the Final Buzzer

What happens when the game ends, and life starts calling plays you weren’t ready for?

The Real Game Starts After the Final Buzzer

Javorn Farrell

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May 8, 2025

What Nobody Tells You About Being A College Athlete

The gear, the fans, the NIL deals — it looks good from the outside. But here’s what being a college athlete really costs behind the scenes.

What Nobody Tells You About Being A College Athlete

Javorn Farrell

Javorn Farrell

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Helping athletes win on and off the court. Former Pro + D1 hooper turned real estate professional, youth mentor, and writer. Sharing the game they don’t teach.

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