Episode 332 - Playing College Basketball with T1D - Cooper Farrall the T1D Hooper

In this episode, Rob Howe interviews Cooper Farrall, a college
basketball player living with Type 1 Diabetes (T1D). They discuss
Cooper's journey from diagnosis at age 11, the challenges he faced
growing up with diabetes in a small town, and his decision to share
his story publicly to inspire others. The conversation delves into
the complexities of managing diabetes while playing elite sports,
the importance of community support, and Cooper's initiative to
give back through a basketball camp for kids with diabetes.
Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Journey of T1D Hoopers 01:41
Cooper's Diagnosis and Early Challenges 04:43 The Decision to Share
His Story 09:18 Growing Up with T1D in a Small Town 12:24
Navigating the Recruiting Process with T1D 19:19 Managing Blood
Sugar During College Sports 25:20 Overcoming Mental Battles in
Sports 32:23 Embracing Diabetes as Part of the Journey 38:21 Giving
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