"We have a responsibility to inspire the people that pay money to come in here...The crowd is good with winning and losing as long as they feel that the team went all out."
~ John Cook
There is a special kind of magic that comes from humble beginnings. Andi Jackson's story reminds us it is not about where you start - it is about the heart you put into getting where you want to go.
Starting out at The Diff in Brighton, CO - a modest barn with no running water or heart, Andi didn't let the lack of fancy amenities holder her back. It was her relentless work ethic and passion that propelled her to the heights of one of the most impressive Husker volleyball teams of all time. For Andi, The Diff wasn't a limitation; it was her launchpad.
Isn't that the real heart of success? So many of us start out with little - whether it's resources, connections, or knowledge - and yet, it is often those simple beginnings that shape us. It's the grit you build by practicing in an old barn or honing your craft with bare essentials that becomes the foundation for a future full of possibilities.
Watching her now, she embodies what it means to make the most of what you have. This is the story of anyone willing to go all in, no matter their tools or circumstances. Her journey is a reminder that success doesn't come from perfect conditions, but rather from grit and determination.
This video interview with Andi is a great reminder: It's not the tools - it's the tenacity that separates those who succeed from those who quit too soon. Goals can adapt and change along the way - that's part of growth. But giving up? That is never the answer! Whatever stage you're in, lean into it, trust the process, and make YOUR magic happen. Put your heart into your hustle!!
Catch Andi's interview here:
GO BIG RED!!! 🏐
