KIM MULKEY STRIKES AGAIN IN THE TRANSFER PORTAL! LSU LANDS FORMER MCDONALD'S ALL AMERICAN!!
TLDRIn the latest episode of the Brandon Blakey Podcast, host Brandon Lee TV discusses the LSU women's basketball team's progress in the NCAA tournament and their success in the transfer portal. Despite missing out on top recruits, Coach Kim Moi's team secured a transfer of former McDonald's All-American and Arkansas player, Jersey Wolfen Barger, who brings versatility and talent to the roster. Speculations are also rife about potential future additions, including five-star freshman Tiia Scott, as LSU looks to strengthen their backcourt and defend their national championship title.
Takeaways
- 🏀LSU's women's basketball team advances to the Sweet 16 after a strong performance against Middle Tennessee State.
- 🥳Coach Kim Mulkey and LSU remain active in the transfer portal, despite missing out on top recruits like Ga'Nia Carter, Joyce Edwards, and Sarah Strong.
- 🎉Former McDonald's All-American and All-SEC freshman, Jailin Wolfen Barger, announces her transfer to LSU, adding depth to the team's roster.
- 📈Wolfen Barger's talent and size at 6'5 offer potential for versatility on the court, including defensive potential and the ability to guard multiple positions.
- 🏆Speculations about five-star freshman Ti'Aira Scott potentially joining LSU, following the trend of high-profile transfers to the program.
- 🤔Despite rumors and potential challenges, LSU continues to excel in the NCAA tournament and maintains focus on defending their national championship title.
- 🔍Media speculations about an upcoming article from The Washington Post that might reveal new information about Coach Kim Mulkey.
- 🌟LSU's success in the transfer portal last year indicates a strong possibility of retooling and reloading the team with talented players.
- 🤝The addition of players like Jailin Wolfen Barger and the potential of Ti'Aira Scott joining the team could reshape the roster and improve the team's performance.
- 📊The transfer portal and the ongoing NCAA tournament could lead to more significant player movements, impacting team dynamics and strategies.
Q & A
Who is the host of the podcast mentioned in the transcript?
-The host of the podcast mentioned in the transcript is Brandon Blakney, also known as Brandon Lee TV.
Which team did Coach Kim Moi and LSU defeat to advance to the Sweet 16?
-Coach Kim Moi and LSU defeated Middle Tennessee State to advance to the Sweet 16.
What was the initial perception of LSU's team performance at the start of the NCAA tournament?
-The initial perception of LSU's team performance at the start of the NCAA tournament was that they had a slow and mediocre opening season.
Which players did Coach Kim Moi and his staff miss out on recruiting?
-Coach Kim Moi and his staff missed out on recruiting top players such as Galani, Cambridge, Joyce Edwards, and Sarah Strong.
Who is the former McDonald's All-American that transferred to LSU?
-The former McDonald's All-American that transferred to LSU is Arkansas' Chelsea Wolfenbarger.
What was Chelsea Wolfenbarger's performance like in her freshman year at Arkansas?
-In her freshman year at Arkansas, Chelsea Wolfenbarger was named to the All-SEC Freshman Squad, averaging 7.6 points per game and 4.3 rebounds.
Why did Chelsea Wolfenbarger sit out the past season?
-The transcript does not provide a specific reason for Chelsea Wolfenbarger sitting out the past season, but it mentions that she will have two years of eligibility available to join LSU.
What is the speculation about the next player that might transfer to LSU?
-The speculation about the next player that might transfer to LSU is Tiia Scott, a five-star freshman who averaged over 22 points per game.
What is the potential impact of adding Chelsea Wolfenbarger and Tiia Scott to LSU's roster?
-The potential impact of adding Chelsea Wolfenbarger and Tiia Scott to LSU's roster includes increased size, versatility, and instant scoring ability, which could make the team more competitive.
What is the significance of the transfer portal for LSU's team?
-The transfer portal is significant for LSU's team as it provides an opportunity to recruit talented players and retool the roster even after missing out on top recruits in the traditional recruiting process.
What is the anticipated article from The Washington Post that might affect Coach Kim Moi?
-The anticipated article from The Washington Post is reportedly about Coach Kim Moi and has been in the works for two years, involving interviews with former coaches, assistants, and players. The exact content and impact are not specified in the transcript.
Outlines
🏀 LSU Women's Basketball Success and Transfer Updates
The paragraph discusses the recent achievements of the LSU women's basketball team, highlighting their victory over Middle Tennessee State, advancing to the Sweet 16, and how they've managed to silence doubters after a slow start to their NCAA tournament. It also delves into the team's transfer portal activities, noting that despite missing out on top recruits, they've successfully landed a former McDonald's All-American and All-SEC freshman team member from Arkansas. The player's potential impact on the team, her past performance, and the possibility of more transfers joining LSU are explored, emphasizing the team's strategy to bolster their roster and maintain their championship title.
🤔 Speculations on LSU's Future Roster and Potential New Additions
This paragraph focuses on the speculations surrounding the LSU women's basketball team's future roster and potential new players. It mentions the possibility of adding Tia Scott, a five-star freshman, to the team, and discusses how her addition could significantly enhance the team's scoring capabilities. The paragraph also highlights the team's incoming Louisiana Player of the Year, Jada Rashard, and how the current coaching strategy has proven effective in maximizing the potential of transferred players. Despite challenges such as dealing with an anticipated critical article and key players potentially leaving, the paragraph underscores the team's resilience and their efforts to strengthen their lineup through strategic recruitment in the transfer portal.
Mindmap
Keywords
💡Brandon Blakney
💡LSU
💡Sweet 16
💡Transfer portal
💡McDonald's All-American
💡Wing
💡Three-point shooting
💡Defensive potential
💡Tournament
💡Roster
💡National champions
Highlights
LSU's basketball team, coached by Kim Moi, advances to the Sweet 16 after a strong performance against Middle Tennessee State.
Despite a slow start to the NCAA tournament, LSU has silenced doubters with their play.
Coach Kim Moi and his staff did not secure top recruits like Ga'Nani Cambridge, Joyce Edwards, and Sarah Strong, but remain active in the transfer portal.
LSU has landed a former McDonald's All-American and All-SEC freshman team member from Arkansas, indicating a strategic move in the transfer portal.
The transferred player, listed at 6'5, is a versatile wing and a former high school legend, drawing comparisons to the male Kevin Durant.
The player's addition to the team could significantly bolster LSU's backcourt, especially with her defensive potential.
Speculations are rife about the next potential transfer to LSU, with five-star freshman Tiia Scott being a notable name.
LSU's roster is expected to undergo changes with the potential departure of key players Angel Reese and Haley Van Lith.
The addition of local talent, such as the Louisiana Player of the Year, a four-star point guard, is expected to add depth to the team.
Coach Kim Moi has a proven track record of maximizing the potential of transferred players at LSU.
Despite missing out on top recruits, LSU is strategizing to strengthen their roster through the transfer portal, as they did successfully in the previous year.
The team's ability to adapt and retool through player transfers is seen as a testament to their coaching staff's capabilities.
The potential transfer of Samaya Smith is also expected to bring more depth to the team's roster.
LSU's basketball program continues to be a force to be reckoned with, as they advance in the tournament and make strategic moves in the transfer portal.
The team's success in the transfer portal is seen as a key factor in their ability to maintain a competitive edge.
LSU's coaching staff, led by Coach Kim Moi, is praised for their ability to identify and develop talent through strategic roster management.