The NEXT GAME FELLOWS
The Next Game Fellowship Program is a leadership, wellness, and community-building initiative powered by the NOVA Foundation.
Designed for student-athletes who want to grow both personally and professionally, the Fellowship provides a structured but flexible experience centered on authentic engagement. Fellows participate in monthly community “Huddles” (outside of their main competition seasons), serve as ambassadors for the program on campus and in their communities, and share their journey in their own voice.
ERIC CHO
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Eric is a first-year football safety at the University of Chicago majoring in Biology and Business Economics, with a pre-medical focus. Eric is passionate about sports photography and nonprofit business.
SADIE FRY
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Sadie is a junior volleyball athlete at Lake Forest College majoring in Sociology and Anthropology. Outside of sport, Sadie is involved in Relay for Life and FCA, and she enjoys concerts and being out in nature with her dogs.
PAYTON KAMIN
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PK is a UPenn basketball player, Chicago native, IHSA state champion, and former leading scorer at Worcester Academy.
We’re excited to support what’s next for him on and off the court.
CALISSA MINATEE
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Calissa is a senior volleyball player at the University of Minnesota who hopes to continue competing after college for as long as she can. Looking ahead, she’s excited to explore opportunities in marketing and project management within the emerging volleyball landscape.
AUDREY KROEGER
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Audrey is a sophomore lacrosse player at Lake Forest College, double majoring in Business and Communications.
After her athletic career, Audrey intends to work in event planning or PR. Outside of lacrosse, Audrey is a media relations intern for Hello Mainland and Morgan’s Message Ambassador.