1582040408569648 Flashpoint TV - S3:E10 - Featuring: Vince Papale - The Austin James Haines Podcast

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4th Nov 2022

Flashpoint TV - S3:E10 - Featuring: Vince Papale

Flashpoint TV - S3:E10 - Featuring: Vince Papale

"The Underdog Episode"

In 1976, Vince Papale personified the underdog story when he made the Philadelphia Eagles NFL Football team during open free-agent tryouts. Vince had no college football experience and only played one year of high school football.

YES! Vince was 30 a year old NFL rookie and did not play college football. On Father’s Day in 1964, he was awarded a full Track Scholarship to St. Joseph’s College … and they didn’t have a football team. Before that, he went to Interboro High School, which is about 6 miles south of the Philly Border. As a “Buccaneer” Vince earned varsity letters in football, basketball & track … all in his senior year. Track was the sport where he excelled as a pole- vaulter and that got him a full ride to “Hawk Hill.” He was always told he was too small to play high school football although he was the fastest kid at Interboro!

Later, an opportunity to join the Philadelphia Eagles unexpectedly presented itself. In 1976, Dick Vermeil announced all-comers are welcome to tryout. This move by Vermeil was shocking and even perceived as a publicity stunt, but it proved very real. Vince was working as a part-time bartender, nightclub doorman, and substitute teacher as he was on a leave of absence from teaching at Interboro. That’s where the movie, Invincible picked up the story. He did not get an invitation to the tryout from Dick Vermeil, as Wikipedia suggests, and got 4 credited years with the Eagles earning his NFL pension and getting the ultimate Last Laugh. The Last Laugh is also the title of Vince’s book. Some other notes on the Invincible movie: yes, Mark Wahlberg and Vince have remained friends. Max’s bar was real as were his 3 amigos, one of which was a downer. And, Janet & Vince met in ’76 but didn't get married until 1993. He will always be grateful to 2 great coaches in his life. George Corner (Interboro) & Dick Vermeil (Eagles) as well as the values instilled by his parents Almira & Kingie.

Join us for this inspiring story and learn how Vince stays inspired to this day.

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Austin spent 19 years with the same Fortune 500 company. During his best year, he resigned and decided to reinvent his life and answer the call of his soul. Austin resigned from his corporate job and quickly became an Indie Author, a hired Speaker, and a sought-after Life & Business Strategist. He has helped multimillionaires launch their brand, couples facing divorce, and countless entrepreneurs clarify their messaging and purpose. Austin has since authored three books and has a fourth book on the way, Seeds of Infinitude. Poetry was an afterthought—but Austin's soul called once again. Poetry started pouring out and impacting his clients and friends in a deeply profound way. Poetry has become a part of his inspirational talks and live experiential seminars. While the book Seeds of Infinitude® hasn't been published, you can hear Austin's poetry firsthand during some of the podcast broadcasts. Additionally, Austin will Orate other impactful poems to keep you inspired.

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Austin J. Haines spent 19 years with the same Fortune 500 company. During his best year, he decided to resign and answer the call of his soul. Austin quickly became an Indie Author, a hired Speaker, and a sought-after Life & Business Coach. He has helped multimillionaires launch their brand, couples facing divorce, and countless entrepreneurs clarify their messaging and purpose. Austin has since authored three books and has a fourth book on the way, Seeds of Infinitude. Poetry was an afterthought—but Austin's soul called once again. Poetry started pouring out and impacting his clients and friends in a deeply profound way. Poetry has become a part of his inspirational talks and live experiential seminars. While the book Seeds of Infinitude® isn't published, you can take advantage of this unique opportunity to hear Austin's poetry firsthand. Austin's discovery of poetry is a part of his own Seeds of Infinitude®, and he intends that you discover yours. Feel free to check Austin's itinerary and join the Seeds of Infinitude® mailing list so you can be the first to know what's next.