NOWOOLA AWOPETU

Nowoola Awopetu is a former Division I football player at Villanova University and an NFL Free Agent who knows firsthand the pressures of competing at the highest level. Nowoola grew up in Staten Island, NY, where he excelled as a two-sport athlete in Track and Field and Football. As a 'late bloomer' athletically, he understands the value of persistence, perseverance, and determination towards achieving one's goals. Drawing from his own experience as an athlete, he is passionate about supporting student-athletes in their mental performance, identity development, and life beyond sports.

 

Nowoola holds a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Counselor Education & Supervision. As a Resident (Provisionally Licensed Therapist) in Counseling working toward full licensure, he is dedicated to empowering athletes with the tools they need to thrive—both on and off the field.