Do I Need My Racket?
Episode 1: September 22
In the first episode of Do I Need My Racket? A podcast by In Her Name Foundation (IHNF), Founder & CEO Cindy Swain opens up about the tragic loss of her sister during her freshman year of high school and how her journey to healing led her to where she is today. This gut-wrenching story will leave you feeling inspired as Cindy reveals the meaning behind the question of “Do I Need My Racket?” and how her decision to play tennis changed her life forever.
WARNING: Grab a tissue.
Episode 2: Hannah’s Story
Hannah teaches us that we're all different threads. And by letting go of fear and embracing each other with different threads, we can weave a beautiful tapestry of life.
Episode 3: Strike 3!!!
Rachel is standing in the circle, working to pitch another perfect game that will save her life.
Episode 4: Rainbows and Basketballs
What do you do when you can't find your rainbow at the end of a storm? Ella teaches us how to keep looking.
Episode 5: To Alaska and Back
It’s beautiful, dangerous, simple, and complicated. It can bring us together and tear us apart. But, our survival depends on it.
Episode 6: Beyond and Above
Doreen Ingalls is a hall of fame girls high school basketball coach. She reaches above and beyond to teach young women about basketball, themselves, and life outside of the gym. Coaching from a wheelchair has not stopped her, but propelled her forward. You need to hear her story.... then, like the rest of us, you'll say "I love Doreen Ingalls."
Episode 7: Do Bullies Really Win?
Bullies think they win if we don't push back or use our voices. When we do push back and use our voices, we win more confidence, make ourselves known, and feel empowered.
Episode 8: Hey Coach!
Who wants to coach these days when money, competition, and parents interfere? Learn from an expert, Dr. Jennifer Roth, on what it takes to be a good one.
Episode 9: Woah Bessie
Michigan State University graduate student, Lynn Oltoff, walks us through her journey with basketball, dairy cows, and Ehlers Danlos Syndrome. With faith and resilience, she never looks back on what could have been. She only looks forward on what could be.
Episode 10: How Kids Connect
Anxiety and depression are skyrocketing in today’s youth. Suicide is now the 4th leading cause of death among teenagers. We need to start listening, and help them find purpose and meaning. Because, all of our futures depend on this next generation’s ability to find light, hope, and connection.
Episode 11: Play On!
Swing by swing, every racket we have talked about in the first 10 episodes creates a living masterpiece full of hope, grace, and strength to Play On! What is your racket?
Episode 12: Just How Did She Do That?
The first female athlete in 108 years to be so honored. Christie Cleland-Hursey did it with accomplished humility. Listen and learn all about it.
