All of my guests are more than just athletes; they’re competitors, leaders, and game-changers who’ve forged their own path in sports. Whether they went D1, pro, or pivoted completely, they’ve chased their goals with grit and passion. I dive into the mindset, moments, and motivations that shaped their journey. The real story behind the stat line.
My goal with Athletes Off Duty is to bring the stories and steps straight from the athletes and sport industry leaders who’ve made it, so families can take what they need to get there. Without the smoke and mirrors! I lived through it, and now I’m building the educational platform I wish I had.
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6 Oct 2026
Committed by Zach Lutz:
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29 Sept 2026
Committed by DJ Foster
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5 May 2026
Committed by Adama Fall: From Senegal to D1 Football to Modeling to School and Building a Life Beyond the Field
In this episode of Committed, Kate sits down with Division I football player Adama Fall to share his unique journey from Senegal to competing at the highest level of college athletics. Adama opens up about transitioning from soccer to football, adapting to a new country and culture, and navigating the challenges that come with chasing opportunity far from home. He shares how his upbringing, family values, and the legacy of his grandfather have shaped his mindset both on and off the field. Bey...
28 Apr 2026
Committed by Bri Nunley: Soccer Adversity, Overcoming Injuries, and Becoming a Leader
In this episode of Committed, Kate sits down with Bri Nunley to dive into the real journey behind competing at a high level and growing through the challenges that come with it. Bri shares her experience navigating the ups and downs of athletics, from handling pressure and adversity to stepping into leadership roles and staying committed through difficult moments. She opens up about the mindset required to keep pushing forward, how to stay grounded when things don’t go as planned, and what it...
13 Apr 2026
Committed by Ava Haughy and Ava Williamson: Beach Volleyball, Transfer Portal, NCAA Championship, Recruitment,
In this episode of Committed, Kate sits down with former Arizona State beach volleyball teammates Ava Haughy and Ava Williamson to share an honest look into the reality of Division I athletics. From navigating recruiting to entering college as freshmen on a historic NCAA tournament team to then transferring after their freshman year, both athletes open up about what it actually takes to compete at the next level. They break down the transition into college athletics: early mornings, intense t...
2 Apr 2026
Committed by Ava Vickers: Volleyball, Team Changes, Brand Building/NIL, & Becoming a Leader in College Athletics
In the first episode ever recorded of Committed, Kate sits down with Indiana University volleyball player Ava Vickers to break down the real journey through recruiting, college athletics, leadership, and more! From sending hundreds of emails and navigating rejection to ultimately choosing a school she never expected, Ava shares how her recruiting journey reshaped what she truly valued in a program. She opens up about stepping into a leadership role early, navigating major team changes, and ho...
23 Mar 2026
Committed by Kevin Karstetter: Baseball recruiting from Juco to D1 to National Champion
In this episode of Committed, Kate sits down with longtime friend and standout baseball player Kevin Karstetter to unpack the real journey through college athletics. Kevin’s path wasn’t linear. After earning his first Division I scholarship offer at just 15 years old, his career took multiple unexpected turns, including losing his senior season to COVID, choosing the junior college route, transferring to Arizona State, navigating NCAA eligibility rules, and ultimately helping lead the Univers...
17 Mar 2026
Committed by Cami Merickel: Track & Field, Nebraska D1 Athletics, Traveling Abroad, & more!
In this episode of Committed, Kate sits down with Nebraska distance runner Cami Merickel to talk about the realities of Division I track and field and building a life beyond your sport. From growing up in Arizona to competing at the D1 level, Cami shares how she navigated recruiting without a clear roadmap, adjusted to the demands of college training, and learned to trust her own path as an athlete. She opens up about the transition from high school to D1, managing injuries and in...
11 Mar 2026
Introducing "Committed by Kate Fitzgerald"
Committed is a podcast about the real journey through sports and the life that follows. Hosted by former Division I beach volleyball player and entrepreneur Kate Fitzgerald, the show is rooted in her unique path through college athletics. Kate walked on to Arizona State’s beach volleyball team, earned a scholarship, became one of the top NIL-earning Olympic sport athletes, and helped lead ASU to its first NCAA Championship appearance. Along the way, she launched two businesses through NIL, in...
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