Transitioning from Athletics to the Fire Service - Redefining Going Pro Part 1

Learn about the transition from being a student athlete to becoming a firefighter. Featuring San Diego Firefighter Nancy Castro (Basketball), San Jose Firefighter Karl Mickelsen (Football), Rancho Cucamonga Firefighter Ashley Carter (Softball), and LA County Firefighter Stephen Hayes (Track, Basketball, Football).
Candid Conversations is a series developed for in-depth discussions featuring firefighters from a variety of backgrounds sharing their experiences and giving you insight into the culture of the fire service. To watch past episodes, check out our playlist: • Candid Conversations
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Congratulations Stephen ❤ Love you!!! Proud sister.

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Awesome interview fam!

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