Michael Baska - Be The Hardest Worker in the Room
Episode description
Michael Baska is a US Eagle who, this year, has played against Ireland, England and the All Blacks. But for most of his career he has been a back up player. Constantly being overlooked by coaches and struggling at times to get a contract. Baska talks about the mindset, determination and work ethic he had to keep following his dream of becoming a US Eagle no matter what setbacks he faced.
We also chat about,
- How it felt playing the All Blacks in DC.
- Why he switched from American football to playing rugby .
- Getting a scholarship to play collegiate rugby.
- Having a beginners mindset & the importance of always learning
- Why he always wanting to be outside of his comfort zone.
- How he got his break in the MLR.
- Mistakes he has made when negotiating contracts.
- How he believed in himself when few others did.
- Mindset and work ethic that enabled him to become a US Eagle when he had recently been struggling to get a contract.
- How coaches can have most impact on players.
- A huge risk he’s currently taking by walking away from a contract.
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