In this episode of Chasing Red Flags – Let’s Get Real, we sit down with Annabelle Hasselbeck, former Boston College lacrosse champion turned rising sports broadcaster. Annabelle takes us behind the scenes of her athletic career, shares lessons from growing up in a legendary sports family, and reveals the challenges of transitioning from D1 sports to media.
🏆 76 wins, 2 ACC titles, 2 national championships – she’s done it all.
📢 Now, she’s stepping into the media world with Sports Spectrum & NESN!
🎤 What you’ll learn in this episode:
✅ The mindset of a champion: Overcoming setbacks and bouncing back stronger
✅ The truth about college athletics: Mental toughness, discipline & team dynamics
✅ Behind the scenes of winning a national championship & visiting the White House
✅ How Annabelle is carving a path in sports journalism & broadcasting
Annabelle Hasselbeck is a two-time Lacrosse National Champion at Boston College (Class of 2024), known for her dynamic presence on and off the field. As a collegiate and pro-athlete content catalyst, Annabelle amplifies athlete voices and connects the sports community. She also co-hosts the What's Up Podcast for Sports Spectrum and is a podcast host for the New England Sports Network (NESN).
(00:00) Welcome 🎙️
(02:15) Meet Annabelle Hasselbeck
(03:50) Growing Up in a Sports Family
(08:55) Lacrosse & Becoming a D1 Athlete at BC
(17:27) The Be Where Your Boots Are Mindset
(20:27) Mental Health & Sports
(23:40) Having Grace for Yourself & Becoming a Champion
(31:40) Visiting the White House
(35:18) From Athlete to Broadcaster
(48:55) Rapid-Fire Q&A and Red Flags
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