True athletic success lies not in achievements, but in perseverance.
Hi, I'm Devon. Welcome to Glory Isn't Always Gold, where we spotlight athletes that didn't take the next step in their athletic career. As a retired gymnast of 15 years, yes, I know what it feels like to dedicate your life to a sport and eventually close that chapter.
Maybe you didn't play professionally...maybe you suffered an injury and your biggest dreams were ripped away. Join me as we unpack the stories of individuals that deserve to honor their voice and athletic career.
Glory Isn't Always Gold premieres Thursday, November 20.
In this episode, TCU Women's Tennis standout Tomi Main serves up insight on life as a collegiate athlete, her competitive mindset, and the untold moments that shape her game. From navigating three different programs to finding her fit at TCU, Tomi brings the honesty, humor, and heart. Hear why this will be her last year competing, how she is preparing to close her chapter with tennis, and what she's dreaming up for life after the final point.
3 Dec 2025
Ep. 103: Off the Sidelines with Hannah Ritter
In this episode, I sit down with Hannah Ritter, known for years as the face of TCU Showgirls, whose journey took an unexpected turn when she was cut from the team after three notable seasons. Hannah debriefs the highs of performing in the spotlight, the pressures behind the perfect game day look, and how game day feels like now without the uniform. She reflects on the decisions that pushed her to speak up, acknowledge her own worth, and become a trailblazer for herself and her tea...
20 Nov 2025
Ep. 101: Eat. Sleep. Breathe. Gymnastics!
In this premiere episode, Devon reflects on the uneven bars of her 15-year journey in gymnastics: the coaches who shaped her, the mental and physical hurdles that tested her, and the sacrifices that wove the sport into her identity. Along the way, she gained discipline, mental toughness, time management, and a deeper understanding of what resilience really looks like. This isn’t a tale of medals or rankings. It’s a look at what happens when passion collides with pressure, when discipline beco...
29 Oct 2025
Introducing: Glory Isn't Always Gold
True athletic success lies not in achievements, but in perseverance. Hi, I'm Devon! Welcome to Glory Isn't Always Gold, where we spotlight athletes that didn't take the next step in their athletic career. As a retired gymnast of 15 years, yes, I know what it feels like to dedicate your life to a sport and eventually close that chapter. We're all familiar with sports legends, but what about the athletes that spent hours in training with them? Maybe you didn't play professionally, m...
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