#153 - From Westfield to IU: Jackson Wasserstrom on Betting on Yourself, Earning Everything, and Chasing Big Dreams

Jackson Wasserstrom joins The Coaching Minds Podcast to talk about his journey from Westfield High School to Indiana University football.

After arriving at IU as a walk-on, Jackson spent years earning his way, building his role, and eventually receiving a scholarship. His story is one of faith, discipline, visualization, gratitude, resilience, and betting on yourself when nothing is guaranteed.

In this episode, Ben and Jackson discuss:

• Growing up with a dream of playing college football
 • Battling injuries in high school
 • Using journaling, prayer, and visualization to build belief
 • What it feels like to be a walk-on at the bottom of the depth chart
 • Treating every rep like a game rep
 • Earning a scholarship at IU
 • The culture shift under Coach Cignetti
 • Why everything has to be earned every day
 • Choosing to stay at IU instead of transferring
 • Advice for high school athletes who feel overlooked
 • Why gratitude matters in the middle of chasing big goals

Jackson’s story is a powerful reminder that talent matters, but mindset, work ethic, preparation, and belief can carry an athlete further than most people expect.

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