Lee Anne Pope, a woman deeply rooted in the world of sports due to her upbringing by renowned college coach Lyn Archibald and marriage to NBA player Mark Pope, has had her fair share of preparing "Now for Later".
As the time came for her to make the decision to either pursue Division 1 Athletics or pivot in her pursuits Lee Anne ultimately knew herself and her "gut" well enough to know that playing volleyball was not something she wanted to continue doing. Transitioning into broadcasting & journalism she interned for Reader’s Digest in New York City, worked at ESPN in Connecticut, and worked for “The Late Show with David Letterman” as Letterman’s personal assistant where among other responsibilities she was in charge of all philanthropic activities.
Another transition in her professional life came with her marriage to NBA Player Mark Pope, where together the two began to prepare for life after the inevitable end of basketball. Keeping all options open they looked into a variety of options including franchising, medical school, law school, and coaching. Having a high capacity of flexibility and following whatever life threw their way. An incredible story of transitions, hard work, and an exceptional view on rolling with the punches. Being grateful for what was and becoming excited for what will be.
Lee Anne has been married to Mark Pope for 24 years. They have moved 12 times while he played professionally (Pacers, Bucks, Knicks, Nuggets) and coached (Georgia, Wake Forest, BYU, UVU) Mark is now the BYU men’s head basketball coach, with Lee Anne being very involved with the BYU men’s basketball team. Together they have 4 daughters, and are ready at anytime for life to transition them into as Lee Anne says "their 4th and 5th careers".
Join Eric Mika and Lee Anne Pope as they delve deeper into her incredible mindset and whirlwind story of pivoting, finding success, & preparing Now For Later.