College Recruiting Stories With Jamal Mashburn, Troy Aikman, Doug McDermott, Dan Hurley, Andre Iguodala, Baron Davis, Jimmer Fredette, P.J. Carlesimo, Fred Warner, and Lane Johnson
Jul 23, 2024
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Former NBA and NFL players, along with college basketball coaches, share their best college recruiting stories. Topics include turning down offers, making tough decisions, unique recruitment experiences, and the evolving norms in college sports recruiting. They also discuss sports culture, group chat communication challenges, and player versatility in different sports.
Players' unique college recruitment experiences shared, from luxury trips to humorous anecdotes.
Importance of feeling valued and making an impact in college choice decisions.
Memorable recruiting moments like identifying recruiters and choosing between programs.
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Recruitment stories including private plane visits and commitments over other options.
Coaching connections and impactful experiences influencing college decisions and athletic careers.
Deep dives
PJ Carlisimo's Recruiting Story
PJ Carlisimo shares his experience of being recruited by Cornell for baseball and committing to Fordham for basketball despite limited recruitment.
Fred Warner's Decision to BYU
Fred Warner reflects on choosing BYU over other offers, particularly USC, due to feeling valued and wanting to make an impact.
Lane Johnson's Humorous Recruiting Moment
Lane Johnson recalls a funny moment during recruiting where his friend accurately identified a recruiter from Rice, leading to a lighthearted ending.
Lane Johnson's College Choice
Lane Johnson discusses the decision between TCU and Oklahoma, ultimately opting for the Sooners due to a connection with the program.
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Andre Iguodala and the Private Plane
Andre Iguodala shares his experience of being flown in on a private plane for his college recruitment visit to Kansas, highlighting the luxury and surprise of the gesture.
Jimmer Fredette's Recruiting Memory
Jimmer Fredette remembers the recruitment process and the decision to commit to BYU despite considering other options like Northwestern State and the humorous story involving a coach's name.
PJ Carlisimo Coaching Denzel Washington
PJ Carlisimo reminisces about coaching Denzel Washington during his time at Fordham and shares insights into his recruitment experience, emphasizing the impact of coaching changes.
PJ Carlisimo and Baseball Legend Gil McDougall
PJ Carlisimo discusses playing baseball for Gil McDougall, honoring the former Yankees player, and recalling the unique experiences and stories shared during his time in baseball.
PJ Carlisimo highlights Gil McDougall's accomplishments as an MLB player, featuring his multiple All-Star selections and positional versatility in the game.
Fred Warner's Close Call with USC
Fred Warner recounts receiving an offer from USC during his recruitment but ultimately sticking with his commitment to BYU, driven by the strong connection and appreciation from the program.
Russillo talks with Jamal Mashburn (0:29), Troy Aikman (6:04), Doug McDermott (10:28), Dan Hurley (14:40), Andre Iguodala (16:31), Baron Davis (20:46), Jimmer Fredette (24:16), P.J. Carlesimo (31:10), Fred Warner (37:17), and Lane Johnson (39:27) about their best college recruiting stories.
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Host: Ryen Russillo
Guests: Jamal Mashburn, Troy Aikman, Doug McDermott, Dan Hurley, Andre Iguodala, Baron Davis, Jimmer Fredette, P.J. Carlesimo, Fred Warner, and Lane Johnson
Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon
