Storm Sessions

Storm Sessions, an official podcast of the Miami Hurricanes, brings you inspiring and unfiltered stories from Miami Hurricanes Student Athletes, diving into their journeys, challenges and what shaped them into the game-changers they are today.

Tune in every Wednesday for new episodes that reveal the heart, hustle and passion of the stars who wear the U. You can find Storm Sessions on the official Miami Hurricanes YouTube channel, @miamihurricanesallaccess, Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

Episode 11 | Jasmyne Roberts | January 22, 2025

In this episode of Storm Sessions, we sit down with Jasmyne Roberts, captain of the Miami Hurricanes women’s basketball team. Hailing from the small town of Yulee, Florida—also the hometown of NFL star Derrick Henry—Jasmyne reflects on growing up in a small town and how her family shaped her competitive spirit. She opens up about the challenges of transitioning to a Catholic school and finding her stride on the court at Bishop Kenny. Although she grew up a Georgia fan, Jasmyne reveals what ultimately drew her to Miami. She revisits the Hurricanes’ historic Elite Eight run, including her unforgettable performance against Villanova. In a heartfelt moment, Jasmyne pays tribute to her late brother Christopher Roberts, who passed away in the summer of 2023. To wrap things up, we tackle fan-submitted questions for an even deeper dive into her incredible journey both on and off the court.

Episode 10 | Cameron Williams | January 15, 2025

In this episode of Storm Sessions, we welcome our first women’s basketball guest, Cameron Williams. Hailing from Chicago, Cameron shares how her father, former NBA player Aaron Williams, and her accomplished mother shaped her drive to succeed both on and off the court. She dives into how her siblings’ competitive spirit fuels her determination and reflects on overcoming the challenges of finishing high school and navigating recruitment during the pandemic. Cameron further opens up about her time at Michigan and her decision to finish her collegiate career with the Hurricanes. Off the court, she reveals her love for movies, fashion, and what life after basketball may have to offer. As always, we wrap things up with fan-submitted questions.

Episode 9 | Jordan Lyle | January 2, 2025

In this episode of Storm Sessions, Hurricanes running back Jordan Lyle takes us through his journey from youth football in Miami—highlighted by a standout 9U “Play of the Year”—to making his mark at The U. He reflects on the pivotal role his family played in fostering his love for the game, from learning the ropes with his dad and brothers to drawing strength and guidance through faith from his mom. Jordan further delves into his high school career at St. Thomas Aquinas, being a top recruit with over 40 offers, and his decision to flip his commitment from Ohio State to Miami. He shares the story behind his electrifying 91-yard touchdown against USF and gives a glimpse of what’s to come next season. The episode wraps up with our fan Q&A session.

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Episode 8 | Mark Fletcher, Jr. | December 18, 2024

In this heartfelt episode of Storm Sessions, Hurricanes running back Mark Fletcher Jr. takes us on a journey from growing up in Miami as a fan of The U to emerging as one of its brightest stars. He reflects on his standout high school career, his decision to flip his commitment from Ohio State to stay close to home, the role of his faith in his life and the challenges of overcoming injuries. In a vulnerable moment, Mark opens up about the unexpected and heartbreaking loss of his father during the season, sharing how the unwavering support of his teammates, coaches and the Hurricanes community helped him and his family through a difficult time. The episode wraps with an extended fan Q&A featuring the most questions submitted to date.

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Episode 7 | Francisco Mauigoa | December 11, 2024

In this episode of Storm Sessions, Francisco Mauigoa—better known as Kiko—shares his incredible journey from American Samoa to The U. With family, football, and faith at the heart of his story, Kiko dives into the deep bond between Samoan culture and the game he loves. He reflects on playing high school football both on the island and in California, the unique meaning behind the ula fala, and the influence of his siblings on his life and career. Don’t miss this heartfelt conversation, capped off with fan-submitted questions that give even more insight into this exceptional Hurricane.

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Episode 6 | Tyler Baron | November 20, 2024

In this episode of Storm Sessions, Hurricanes defensive lineman Tyler Baron takes us on a journey from his roots in Nashville, Tennessee, to his new home at The U. Tyler opens up about his early years playing multiple sports, the transition from offense to defense that shaped his football career, and the deep bond he shares with his older brothers, who continue to inspire him. He reflects on the importance of giving back—instilled by his mother’s example—and shares what ultimately drew him to Miami. Beyond the game, Tyler reveals his passions and interests off the field. Don’t miss the fan Q&A at the end for even more insight into this standout Hurricane.

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Episode 5 | Damien Martinez | November 6, 2024

Meet the man behind the smile in this episode of Storm Sessions, featuring Hurricanes running back Damien Martinez. Known for flashing a big grin while charging down the field, Damien sits down with host Danny Enriquez to talk about his roots playing football in Texas, his high school journey, and his time at Oregon State before joining The U. Hear about the tight-knit brotherhood among Miami’s running backs, his strong ties to faith and family, and stick around for our fan Q&A to close out the show.

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Episode 4 | Jalil Bethea | October 30, 2024

In this episode of Storm Sessions, former McDonald’s All-American and consensus five-star recruit Jalil Bethea joins host Danny Enriquez to recount his journey from growing up in Philadelphia to breaking out during his junior year at Archbishop Wood and dominating the Nike EYBL circuit. Jalil also shares why he started his social media channels and offers an inside look at how the new look Hurricane basketball team is building chemistry. Stick around for his responses to your fan-submitted questions at the end!

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Episode 3 | Meesh Powell | October 23, 2024

In this episode of Storm Sessions, Mishael “Meesh” Powell opens up about his journey from Seattle to The U. Host Danny Enriquez dives into Meesh’s unique background – from growing up skiing with his family and the importance of academics to transferring his baseball skills to the football field. Meesh shares the strong influence of his faith, family and why Miami was the right fit to finish his collegiate career. Stay tuned for our signature fan Q&A at the conclusion of the show for more insights into the life of Meesh.

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Episode 2 | Anez Cooper | October 16, 2024

In this episode of Storm Sessions, Anez Cooper takes us on his journey from small-town Alabama to making his mark here at the U. Join host Danny Enriquez as he digs into what helped Anez break out of his shell upon arriving in Miami, his close-knit relationships with his teammates, the pivotal role Coach Mirabal played in his development and more. Stay tuned for another round of fan-submitted questions for more insight into Coop’s life on and off the field to wrap this edition of Storm Sessions.

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Episode 1 | Cam Ward | October 2, 2024

In the premiere episode of Storm Sessions, Miami Hurricanes QB1 Cam Ward sits down with host Danny Enriquez for an exclusive look at his journey to The U. Get an intimate view of Cam’s story through photos, videos, and untold memories as he shares his rise from a multi-sport athlete in small-town Texas, to a zero-star high school recruit, and now a Heisman hopeful. Tune-in for a rare opportunity to see Cam like never before. Plus, don’t miss the fan Q&A submitted by you, Canes Nation, at the end of the episode.

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