<div class="notesWrapper MuiBox-root css-1hgpvub"><span class="MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-bodyMedium css-9y6kil">Cam Andree, Ball State, women's golf, coaching, student-athlete, team culture, recruiting, time management, academic support, success measurement</span></div><div class="notesWrapper MuiBox-root css-1hgpvub"><span class="MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-headingXSmall css-1mp1p0p">summary</span><span class="MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-bodyMedium css-9y6kil">In this episode, Lauren Smith interviews Cam Andree, the head coach of the Ball State women's golf team. They discuss Cam's coaching journey, the importance of building a strong team culture, and the qualities he looks for in student-athletes. Cam shares insights on supporting freshmen, balancing academics with athletics, and measuring success beyond just wins. He reflects on memorable moments in his coaching career and outlines his goals for the future of the Ball State women's golf program.</span></div><div class="notesWrapper MuiBox-root css-1hgpvub"><span class="MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-headingXSmall css-1mp1p0p">takeaways</span><ul class="css-h4c1sf"><li><span class="MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-bodyMedium css-9y6kil">Ball State offers a great education and facilities.</span></li><li><span class="MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-bodyMedium css-9y6kil">Coaching was an unexpected journey for Cam Andree.</span></li><li><span class="MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-bodyMedium css-9y6kil">Recruiting focuses on holistic fit, not just scores.</span></li><li><span class="MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-bodyMedium css-9y6kil">Team culture is built on support and encouragement.</span></li><li><span class="MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-bodyMedium css-9y6kil">Freshmen should lean on teammates for support.</span></li><li><span class="MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-bodyMedium css-9y6kil">Time management is crucial for student-athletes.</span></li><li><span class="MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-bodyMedium css-9y6kil">Academic success is prioritized at Ball State.</span></li><li><span class="MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-bodyMedium css-9y6kil">Passion for golf should remain throughout a player's career.</span></li><li><span class="MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-bodyMedium css-9y6kil">Memorable moments in coaching are deeply rewarding.</span></li><li><span class="MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-bodyMedium css-9y6kil">Future goals include competing at a higher level.</span></li></ul></div>