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What does it take to build a career and a life that lasts?

Longevity. Identity. Resilience.

In this special episode promoting the Building Resilience On & Off the Field event on March 5th, we sit down with CFL legend Sean Millington to talk about what sustains performance and what sustains a person.

Known as “The Diesel,” Sean built a 13-year professional career through power, consistency, and grit. But behind the accolades was something deeper: a mindset built for endurance.

In this conversation, we explore:

• The difference between short-term success and long-term impact
• Why identity cannot be tied solely to sport
• How adversity shapes character
• The responsibility athletes carry beyond the scoreboard
• What it means to build something that lasts
• How young athletes can prepare for life beyond the game

Sean shares openly about growth, maturity, and perspective and why the scoreboard can’t define who you are.

On March 5th, Sean will bring this message live to the stage at:

Building Resilience On & Off the Field
📍 Chilliwack Cultural Centre
🎟 Free event (tickets required)

An evening designed to equip youth athletes, parents, and coaches with the mindset and tools to thrive long after the final whistle.

Reserve your free tickets here!

About Sean Millington

Sean Millington is a former Canadian Football League running back and one of the most respected Canadian players in CFL history. Best known for his dominant years with the BC Lions, Sean played 13 seasons in the CFL and earned a reputation for power, consistency, and grit, earning the nickname “The Diesel.”

A two-time Grey Cup champion, Sean was named the CFL’s Most Outstanding Canadian twice and remains one of the top Canadian rushers the league has ever seen. Beyond his on-field success, Sean has been inducted into the BC Sports Hall of Fame and the Simon Fraser University Hall of Fame, recognizing both his athletic excellence and long-term impact on the game.

Since retiring from football, Sean has continued to build his legacy as a broadcaster, actor, and mentor, using his voice to share lessons on identity, resilience, and life beyond sport. His story speaks to the importance of longevity, character, and building something that lasts far beyond the scoreboard.

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