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How to Build a Pro Basketball Team from the Ground Up – Kayla Crosby, Founder of the Jamestown Jackals

How to Build a Pro Basketball Team from the Ground Up – Kayla Crosby, Founder of the Jamestown Jackals

Update: 2025-07-15
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What does it really take to launch a professional sports team—and why would someone do it without a blueprint? In this episode, we sit down with Kayla Crosby, the powerhouse founder behind the Jamestown Jackals, a professional basketball team with a mission rooted in character, community, and impact.


Kayla shares how she turned a bold idea into a real franchise, why integrity and faith guided every step, and how she balances business with purpose. Whether you're building a brand, leading a team, or chasing a vision others don’t understand yet, this episode is packed with insight and inspiration.


You’ll hear:


The early struggles and unlikely wins that shaped her journey


How to lead with values while growing something sustainable


Why community connection is key to long-term success


Real advice for entrepreneurs walking into uncharted territory


Listen in and get inspired by what’s possible when you lead with conviction, serve others first, and bet on yourself—just like Kayla Crosby, Founder of the Jamestown Jackals.

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How to Build a Pro Basketball Team from the Ground Up – Kayla Crosby, Founder of the Jamestown Jackals

How to Build a Pro Basketball Team from the Ground Up – Kayla Crosby, Founder of the Jamestown Jackals

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