Wallace leads Team USA to World Champs Gold
What an incredible week it's been for our CG Sports athletes!
A massive congratulations to Jack Wallace and the entire USA Para Sled Hockey team! They dominated the 2025 Para Ice Hockey World Championships in Buffalo, NY, winning the gold medal in a thrilling 6-1 showdown against rival Canada. Jack delivered an unforgettable performance, securing a hat trick in the gold medal game and capping off the tournament as defensive player of the series. I loved the coverage by Peacock and was glued to the tv this past Saturday cheering the team on.
This past weekend we also had an announcement from Olympic legend Lilly King. After an illustrious 18-year career that spanned three Olympic Games and saw her shatter countless records, Lilly has announced that this summer will be her final swimming season. Lilly is truly one of a kind and one of the best personalities in Olympic sports. We are excited to continue working with Lilly on new professional goals which include expanding her corporate speaking opportunities later this year.
Finally, mark your calendars! The highly anticipated LEAD Sports Summit is making its return to Minneapolis, MN, over Labor Day Weekend, from August 29 - September 1. I’m really looking forward to attending my 8th year of LEAD later this summer.
Have a great rest of the week and good luck to our athletes competing at the Toyota US Swimming Nationals this week!
– Cejih
Other news this week:
Get ready for an electrifying week of swimming as the 2025 Toyota National Championships kick off at the iconic Indiana University Natatorium from June 3rd to 7th. This premier event will feature many of the nation's top swimmers, including Olympians and rising stars, all vying for coveted spots on Team USA for upcoming international competitions.
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Jack Wallace was a standout player as the U.S. Para ice hockey team defeated Canada to reclaim the World Para Ice Hockey Championship. He scored a hat trick in the gold medal game! This victory marks the team's seventh world title and a return to the top spot for U.S. Para ice hockey.
Lilly King
Olympic gold medalist and breaststroke icon Lilly King has announced her retirement from competitive swimming following the 2025 season. King shared the news on Instagram, looking forward to her final races. Her storied career includes multiple world records and a lasting impact on the sport.
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Keep an eye out for Jack Dahlgren, whose latest newsletter just dropped Monday. He's ready to make a splash at the 2025 Toyota National Championships at Indiana University Natatorium from June 3rd to 7th. Follow along as Jack competes against the nation's best this week!
Cejih Explains
6 things a sports agent does for an athlete
When people think of sports agents their first thought is usually the film Jerry Maguire. The high-risk, emotional sports agent played by Tom Cruise with the iconic line, “show me the money!”
While this highlights some of the job, there is far more to the athlete/agent relationship. Below are 6 things a sports agent does which you may not realize.
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Sponsor Spotlight: 2025 LEAD Sports Summit (Aug 29 - Sep 1)
LEAD Sports Co. is returning for it’s 8th annual LEAD Summit in Minneapolis this Labor Day weekend (August 29 - September 1)!
This "leadership retreat" is an exclusive, three-day overnight event for teenage girl swimmers (ages 13-18), providing hands-on experience with Team USA Olympic legends and top coaches.
Held at the Hilton Garden Inn Minneapolis University Area, it features inspiring keynotes and breakout sessions with Lilly King, Elizabeth Beisel, Coach Christen, Dr. Megan Cannon, and LEAD Founder Kara Lynn Joyce.
Only 125 spots nationwide! Register now at www.leadsportsco.com.
A 1-day parent and coach track is also available on Sunday, August 31.
Podcasts to Check Out
How a Swimming Prodigy Rediscovered Her Love for the Sport: Becca Mann
Becca Mann, once a young swimming prodigy who conquered the 15K Maui channel at ten, bravely stepped away from the sport after narrowly missing Olympic qualification three times. During a five-year hiatus, she explored life beyond the lane lines, earning a screenwriting BFA and discovering new facets of her identity. An unexpected return through Masters swimming reignited her passion, leading her to candidly share her journey with OCD and creative pursuits in her memoir, "Outside the Lanes." Now training with sights set on the national team and potentially the 2028 Olympics, Becca has profoundly found "peace" back in the water.
