🎙️ About the Guest:

Pauline Love—known as Coach Love—is a respected coach at the University of Alabama with a rich background as both a player and mentor. Her candid voice on social media and experience in player development make her a powerful resource for athletes and families trying to understand the evolving world of college sports, especially as it relates to the transfer portal and recruiting realities.

Episode Summary:

In this eye-opening episode of It’s Just Different Podcast, host Ashley Roberts sits down with Coach Pauline Love to talk about the real effects of the transfer portal on college basketball—and how it's impacting high school athletes today.

They break down the pressure-filled recruiting process, the role of financial incentives, JUCO vs. D2 paths, and what parents need to know as they help their athlete navigate a system that’s no longer built the way it used to be.

If you’re confused about how the transfer portal, NIL affects your child’s chances of being recruited, this episode breaks it all down in plain language—backed by experience.

Key Takeaways:

• The Transfer Portal = Fewer Spots for High School Players

• Not Every Offer Is Real — Beware of Offer Stacking

• JUCO Can Be the Best Route to D1

• Parents Must Learn How to Advocate Without Overstepping

• Relationships Still Matter — Not Just Rankings

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