In this episode of Athletes to Entrepreneurs: Alumni Journey, Michael Lynch reflects on his early years growing up in a single-parent household and how sports helped shape his identity and purpose. He opens up about lessons learned from his father—who also served as his baseball coach—and how teamwork, character building, and perseverance became guiding principles both on and off the field.From his days as a student-athlete to his impact as a changemaker, Michael’s story is a reminder that the values built through sports—discipline, teamwork, and leadership—can drive meaningful change far beyond the game.---Key Takeaways- Sports were a foundation of Michael’s identity and community.- Growing up in a single-parent home taught him resilience and adaptability.- His dad’s role as both father and coach deeply influenced his character.- Lessons from teamwork and competition helped him navigate life’s challenges.- Family life revolved around sports and the relationships it created.- The discipline and character built through athletics became tools for leadership and service.--- Connect with Improve Your Tomorrow (IYT)- Instagram: [@iyt_official](https://www.instagram.com/iyt_official)- Facebook:* [IYT Main](https://www.facebook.com/IYTMain/)- **LinkedIn:** [Improve Your Tomorrow](https://www.linkedin.com/company/improve-your-tomorrow)- YouTube:** [IYT Channel](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKXkwgVQELw9a7uweA8XEJg)---Connect with Alumni DirectJoin the **Alumni Direct** community — where athletes, alumni, and professionals come together to network, share experiences, and access resources that support life beyond the game.- 🌐 **Website:** [alumnidirect.com](https://alumnidirect.com/)- 💼 **LinkedIn:** [Alumni Direct](https://www.linkedin.com/company/alumni-direct/)- 📸 **Instagram:** [@alumnidirect](https://www.instagram.com/alumnidirect/)- 👍 **Facebook:** [Alumni Direct](https://www.facebook.com/alumnidirect/)- 🐦 **X (Twitter):** [@alumnidirect](https://twitter.com/alumnidirect)- 🎥 **YouTube:** [Alumni Direct](https://www.youtube.com/@alumnidirect)Discover meaningful connections, business and career opportunities, and a community built to support your journey after sports.---Tune InListen now on *Athletes to Entrepreneurs: The Alumni Journey* — where former athletes share how the lessons from sports helped shape their journeys into entrepreneurship and leadership.