Chalk Talk South: Women's Hoops

In this episode, I’m joined by Ndjakalenga Mwenentanda, former Vanderbilt and Texas women’s basketball standout and current member of the Golden State Valkyries in the WNBA. We talk about Ndjakalenga’s basketball journey from South Dakota to the SEC, what it was like playing for Coach Shea Ralph at Vanderbilt, helping lead the Commodores to a historic Sweet 16 season, and how SEC basketball prepar...

On this episode of The Chalk Talk Podcast, I sit down with Torri James to talk about her journey from high school basketball to playing Division I basketball at Western Kentucky University. We dive into the realities of the transfer portal, NIL opportunities in women’s college basketball, player development, recruiting, team culture, and what it takes to compete at the next level. Torri also share...

The Tennessee Lady Volunteers basketball are one of the biggest question marks in the SEC heading into the new season… so what should we expect? In this episode of Chalk Talk, we break down everything you need to know about Tennessee women’s basketball — from last season’s inconsistencies to a complete roster rebuild through the transfer portal. After finishing 16–14 and exiting early in both the...

Part 2 of my SEC transfer portal breakdown is here. In this video, I take a look at the rest of the conference and analyze how each team is building through the portal so far. From key additions to under-the-radar pickups, there’s a lot to unpack as rosters start to take shape for the upcoming women’s college basketball season. If you missed Part 1, make sure to check that out for a full look at t...

Florida women’s basketball just made one of the biggest transfer portal moves in women’s college basketball by landing elite guard Kiyomi McMiller — but the real story goes far beyond the stats. In this video, we break down Kiyomi McMiller’s transfer to the Florida Gators, her long-standing relationship with new head coach Tammi Reiss, and why this SEC transfer portal addition could completely res...

The SEC transfer portal race is heating up—and some teams are already pulling ahead. In this video, we break down which programs are winning the SEC portal right now , which ones are making smart moves, and how it’s shaping the upcoming women’s college basketball season. From impact transfers to roster strategy, this is your go-to update on SEC women’s basketball portal news , team trends, and ear...

Alabama women’s basketball just made a major move by hiring Pauline Love as its new head coach—and this changes everything in Tuscaloosa. In this mini episode, we break down who Pauline Love is, from her upbringing and playing career to her rise in coaching and reputation as a culture builder and recruiter. We also dive into what she’s done in the transfer portal and why she’s the right fit for th...

Georgia didn’t just hire a coach—they hired a program builder. In this episode of Chalk Talk South, we break down why Ayla Guzzardo could be a game-changer for Georgia Women’s Basketball. From her dominant junior college run to turning Southeastern Louisiana into a conference champion and flipping McNeese into a 29-win team, her track record speaks for itself. We dive into Georgia’s massive roster...

From Hollywood dreams to SEC sidelines—get to know Tammi Reiss, the new head coach of Florida Gators women's basketball. In this episode of Chalk Talk South Women’s Hoops, we break down her journey from University of Virginia standout to WNBA player, her coaching rise at Rhode Island Rams women's basketball, and what she brings to the SEC. 🏀 What to expect: -Her unique path from acting to coachin...

Tap into the rise of women’s basketball and why the game is exploding right now 🔥 In this episode of Chalk Talk South , I sit down with a Duke insider to break down the rapid growth of women’s hoops—from elite talent and faster gameplay to the impact of the transfer portal, NIL, and evolving team culture. We dive into Duke women’s basketball’s Elite Eight run, behind-the-scenes insights, and one...

New to women’s basketball? This episode is for you. In Breaking Down Women’s Hoops with a Rookie , I sit down with a first-time women’s basketball fan to talk through what makes the game so exciting—from SEC physicality and top players to the rise of the sport and why more people are tuning in than ever. We dive into real fan perspectives, the transfer portal, team culture, and even play a fun “Ch...