Road to Kickoff goes beyond the field to bring you behind-the-scenes stories from the student interns and workers powering FIU football. From marketing and equipment to operations and broadcast, these are the voices that rarely get the spotlight—but play a major role in making game day happen. Listen as we dive into their experiences, hustle and impact. Let’s take you inside the cage—where the season truly begins.
Ep. 1 From Intern to Impact: Her Journey in FIU Football
We sat down with Isabella Ferreiro, who started as an intern and worked her way up to marketing coordinator for FIU Athletics. We look into the behind-the-scenes experiences that molded her journey. She talks about her motivation, what football means to her and how she adapted to a fast-paced field. We also discuss what it’s like to be a woman in the industry and how she’s overcoming obstacles. Passion, purpose and proving to yourself that you belong are the topics of this episode.
Ep. 2: Through Her Lens: Capturing FIU Football with Reina Grant
In this episode, we sit down with Reina Grant. She is one of the main photographers for FIU Football and a key storyteller behind the program’s digital identity that has grown to #1 in Conference USA. Reina shares what it’s like to travel with the team, capture moments and balance her creative role with being a full-time student. From the sidelines to social media, we dive into the pressure, passion and purpose that fuel her work. This episode highlights the creative minds shaping how you see FIU Football.
