In this SZN Opener episode, host Rodney Rikai welcomes Mekhi Ashford, a standout hockey player at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. From being one of the few Black athletes in the sport to balancing academics, athletics, and a job, Mekhi shares his journey and how he's breaking barriers on and off the ice. They discuss everything from his deep love for R&B music and his inspirations in life, to navigating the world of collegiate hockey and the importance of representation in sports. Don’t miss this inspiring and candid conversation with a student-athlete who’s redefining what’s possible.