Off The Leash Podcast
”Off The Leash” Podcast is a storytelling platform created by college students, for college students. Through engaging interviews, we dive into the unique upbringings and remarkable achievements of individuals across the college community. As students, we are often confined and constrained by coaches, peers, teachers, and the bigger college community. This podcast gives guests a platform to truly be ”Off The Leash,” sharing who they truly are ... (1) Confident and resilient, yet humble (2) Future focused, while grounded in their storied heritage (3) Unapologetically excellent, but still growth-oriented (4) Relentlessly driven and team-oriented. At its core, Off The Leash is about you, the listener. Each episode, we commit to bringing you stories and inspiration from the mouths of people you may not traditionally hear from. As we continue to grow, your insight as listeners will provide the utmost value to the product week-to-week. Let us know your thoughts and questions, and reach out to tell us what you want to see in future episodes. Thank you for being a part of the Off The Leash Family.
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Monday Jan 13, 2025
Monday Jan 13, 2025
In Episode One of Off The Leash, David Pantelis joins the show. A former Yale Football standout at wide receiver and current Stanford Football commit as a graduate transfer, David recaps his time at Yale University, discussing his unique mindset on the field as well as his approach to staying up to speed in the classroom.
During his time at Yale, David excelled on the field. Dave totaled 127 career receptions, 1,778 yards, and 17 career touchdowns, and capped it off with a stellar 2024 season that led to him being selected for both the First-Team All-Ivy League Team and the 2024 All-New England Team. Following the season, David was a heavily sought after recruit in the transfer portal gaining the attention of schools like Michigan, Missouri, West Virginia, and more, before ultimately making his decision to commit to Stanford University.
David begins by talking about his game day routine, relating it to fond memories of enjoying video games with his brother, and playing backyard football as a kid. He then transitions into talking about being in the game, and how he stays poised in the moment, saying "I try to limit myself from being too emotional and not being emotional enough."
Next, Dave quickly discusses how he balances school and football and describes his unique relationship with school. He then spends time talking about his brother, and the profound impact he has had on Dave's football career and life.
We wrap up Episode One with Dave recounting his time at Yale, explaining how his past successes and shortcomings both have led to who he has become today. Kelvin brings the episode home with some rapid fire questions.
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David Pantelis
Mason Shipp
Kelvin Smith