🏀CP's passion for basketball and her journey from trying different sports to finding her love for basketball.
🔑The importance of not limiting oneself and having backup plans for the future.
💼CP's partnership with Roc Nation and her involvement in music and fashion.
🤰CP's experience with post-partum and the challenges of balancing motherhood with basketball and other roles.
💪The impact of injuries on CP's mindset and her growth through adversity.
How did CP's upbringing in the Boys and Girls Club shape her?
—CP credits the Boys and Girls Club for providing a safe haven, nurturing competitiveness, and allowing her to explore different sports. It gave her the support she needed to excel in basketball.
What drove CP at such a young age to become great in basketball?
—CP's passion for basketball and her mother's influence in instilling the mindset of not limiting oneself contributed to her drive and determination to be great at the sport.
What is CP's perspective on injuries and how have they changed her?
—CP views injuries as a humbling experience that has shaped her mindset. They have taught her resilience, the importance of having backup plans, and appreciating the opportunity to play the game she loves.
How does CP manage her multiple roles as a basketball player, businesswoman, and mother?
—CP emphasizes the need for forward-thinking representation, which led to her partnership with Roc Nation. She believes in showcasing her versatility and pursuing her passions outside of basketball.
What challenges has CP faced in post-partum and how has she dealt with them?
—CP has been open about the demands of post-partum and the stress it can put on women. She acknowledges the importance of self-care and the support from her family and team in navigating this phase of her life.
00:00(relaxed music) CP discusses the unique support system she experienced with both teams and highlights the high school, college-like camaraderie. She expresses gratitude for the support and describes it as feeling like family.
00:43CP talks about her experience growing up in the Boys and Girls Club and emphasizes the significance of the commitment to the community and the safe haven it provided. She shares how it allowed her to explore different sports and nurtured her competitiveness.
04:54CP talks about her favorite WNBA players and the influence they had on her, particularly mentioning Swoopes and the impact she made in the league. She emphasizes the accomplishments of Swoopes and the importance of respecting those who paved the way.
06:54CP shares her backup plan if she didn't play in the WNBA, mentioning her interest in pursuing sports medicine or business. She discusses her pre-med background and her passion for both sports and the business world.
09:54CP discusses her partnership with Roc Nation and how it allowed her to showcase her versatility. She talks about being involved in music and fashion, which are passions outside of basketball.
10:48CP opens up about her experience with post-partum and the demands it placed on her as a professional athlete. She discusses the challenges of balancing motherhood, basketball, and other roles, emphasizing the importance of support and self-care.
