(Ep046) Hannah O’Flynn: Elevating Women’s Basketball at espnW, Taking Creative Risks, and Pursuing her Passion for Sports, Music, and Video
Growing up in a house with competitive sisters and parents who were both sporty and creative, perhaps it’s no surprise that Hannah O’Flynn excelled on the basketball court, the track, and the soccer field. Showing that she wouldn’t back down from the boys, either, Hannah mixed it up in recess football games and played on both men’s and women’s middle school teams. She then went from idolizing the girls on the high school varsity squad to being one of them, learning how to win in basketball and life from her coach Mandy Zegarowki and Mandy’s husband, Zach.
Deciding to go to college at Dartmouth, Hannah juggled running track with playing in several bands and pursuing a major in Film, Media, and Studio Art. After graduating, Hannah went to work for the NBA, where she learned the ins and outs of the sports broadcasting business and developed a knack for creating enticing content quickly. She has since moved on to a new producer role with espnW and continues to build her own brand through partnerships with Wilson, Footlocker, and other brands that are committed to highlighting female athletes and creators.
In this episode, Hannah shares:
Where she got her love for sports, music, and art
How she learned to take creative risks in her work
What role she’s playing in elevating women’s basketball
Why she’s committed to the grind behind the glamor
How she hopes to show young girls what’s possible if they follow the passions
Follow Hannah’s journey on her Instagram profile.
