Triple A Ball 'N Play Podcast

Kiffin just detonated the SEC landscape. Ole Miss is 11–1, playoff-bound, and suddenly coachless — while LSU swoops in with a monster deal to launch a new era in Baton Rouge. We break down the timing, the fallout, the portal chaos, Pete Golding’s rise, and why this may be the wildest CFP twist we’ve ever seen. Buckle up — the SEC just got spicy.

This episode breaks down how Shedeur Sanders didn’t just win a football game—he rewrote a narrative. From a 5th-round slide to breaking Cleveland’s decades-long QB curse, Shedeur’s debut was a masterclass in resilience, identity, and unshakeable calm under generational pressure. Lee unpacks why his rise is bigger than stats or comps. This is the story of a young quarterback forged in faith, suppor...

Michael breaks down what the 2026 WNBA Draft Lottery  really  means for this class. Betts,Miles, Fudd, Flau’Jae, Rice, Latson, Beers — you weren't picked tonight, you were sorted. Now you know the systems, coaches, and cores you may be stepping into.  Stay healthy. Stay focused. Stay adaptable. Draft night ismonths – away and teams will change. Pros don’t chase teams. They show up ready wherever t...

Last Night’s WNBA Lottery didn’t give us answers — it gave us context.  In this Fast Break Series Michael breaks down what the results actually mean for players like Betts, Miles, Fudd, Flau’Jae, Fam, Rice, Latson, Beers, and the rest of the 2026 class.  What system could they fit into?  What coaches, cores, and cities might be waiting?  Why “you didn’t get picked — you got sorted” is the key mind...

In this episode, Michael and Lee unpack the truth about legacy: how athletes rise, evolve, and build something that lasts long after the highlight reels fade. We cover NIL stewardship, financial planning, mentorship, wealth protection, purpose discovery, and how to use your platform to build generational impact. If you're an athlete, coach, parent, or leader trying to build something meaningful be...

The College Sports Commission is calling it “stability.” LeeWalpole Lassiter is calling it what it is: a full-scale surrender of institutional sovereignty dressed up as reform. In this blistering Fast Break, Lee breaks down why the new CSC Participation Agreement isn’t oversight – it’s coercion. From forced arbitration to gag-order clauses on democratic advocacy, to a so-called “fair market value”...

Last night’s WPBL inaugural draft made history—and you made it a celebration. To everyone who joined our live YouTube watch party: thank you. Your comments and likes turned a first-ever event into a community moment that felt decades deep. From parents hearing their daughters’ names to diehards and brand-new fans who stayed for the vibes—you helped launch something special. We’re just getting star...

The Women’s Professional Baseball League is about to throw the switch. This episode breaks down the inaugural WPBL Draft through the lens of Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein—a creation story about assembling parts, animating them with intention, and deciding whether the creature thrives…or turns on its maker. We dive into: Kelsie Whitmore as the #1 overall “heart” of the build Ayami Sato and the global...

Brittany Apgar’s path is pure resilience. Officially listed as a 22-year-old CF from Greenville, NC in the WPBL draft-eligible pool, she plays one-handed due to a congenital limb difference—yet trains like a pro. After months of work and a viral social story, she’s earned her shot in the draft.

Scouting Spotlight: Amanda Gianelloni—28-year-old 2B from New Orleans (R/R), officially listed on the WPBL draft-eligible list. She locks down the keystone with quick hands, big range, and a bat that shows up. What teams will love: mid-game adaptability and day-one reliability for a league building rosters from scratch. Her public work shows confidence and full commitment to the WPBL path. Amanda...

Fast Break spotlight on Elodie O’Sullivan—a foundational Day-1 fit for any WPBL roster. Officially listed as a 32-year-old right-handed outfielder from Australia, she’s an Emeralds veteran with reps in the Japan Women’s Baseball Championship—battle-tested and mentally sharp. In the field: Gold Glove-caliber reads, range, and an arm that erases extra bases. At the plate: true leadoff/two-hole profi...

Claire O’Sullivan enters the WPBL’s inaugural draft as one of the most complete athletes in the player pool. A two-way standout from Australia with international experience, power at the plate, and poise on the mound, she brings the kind of game-ready talent expansion teams dream of. We break down her strengths, her journey, and why she’s a name to watch on draft night.

Michael breaks down the WPBL’s inaugural 120-pick snake draft — why the order flips, how four new franchises are being built from scratch, and which athletes earned their shot through the Nationals Park combine.  Four cities. Six rounds. One historic night.

The WPBL is set to announce its first four franchises—New York, Boston, Los Angeles, and San Francisco—and this Thursday's inaugural draft could mark a historic return of professional women’s baseball in America. We’ll break down each founding city, their baseball identities, and what they’re poised to bring to the WPBL’s 2026 season. Read the full preview at bnpsportsagency.com/blog Follow us...

Michael breaks down why Homa Schweers’ command, poise, and precision make her one of the most valuable veteran prospects in the WPBL draft pool.

Veteran talent isn’t just valuable — it’s dangerous. In today’s Ball ’N Play Fast Break, Michael breaks down why Micaela Minner is one of the most intriguing names in the Women’s Professional Baseball League (WPBL) draft pool, and how her experience, competitive edge, and pressure-tested mindset rewrite the narrative on age and peak performance.  This episode looks at what makes seasoned athletes...

The Women’s Pro Baseball League is rewriting history — and two forty-year-old athletes, Micaela Minner and Homa Schweers, are redefining what greatness looks like. In this Ball ‘N Play™ special, attorney and agent Wendilee “Lee” Walpole Lassiter explores how the WPBL’s first draft is changing the narrative on age, talent, and second acts. 

From Team USA to professional ball, Kelsie Whitmore has never stopped challenging limits. In this Fast Break, Ball ‘N Play™ spotlights how Whitmore’s journey from Staten Island to the WPBL embodies the next era of women’s baseball.

From Little League legend to professional pioneer — Mo’ne Davis is redefining the game. The WPBL’s 2026 debut gives her story a professional chapter, and Ball ‘N Play™ breaks down why her comeback matters far beyond the box score.

Seventy years later, women are back on the diamond — and this time, it’s for real. ⚾ In this Fast Break, Michael breaks down the launch of the Women's Pro Baseball League (WPBL) — the first professional women’s baseball league since 1997 hosting the first professional women’s tryouts in over 70 years. From four new teams, over 600 attendees, and a major media deal with Fremantle, this league...

⚾️ The countdown to history starts NOW. From Mo’ne Davis to Kelsie Whitmore, Micaela Minner to Homa Schweers and many more athletes — the WPBL Draft is here. Join Mike and Lee as they drop daily Fast Breaks, blogs, and behind-the-scenes breakdowns leading up to their LIVE Draft coverage on November 20 @ 8 PM EST.

Pressure. Identity. Burnout. Every athlete feels it. NIL changed the game, but not your humanity. This week, Lee & Michael get real about rest, recovery, and redefining success beyond stats. 🧠💬

Attorney & athlete agent Lee Walpole Lassiter takes you through  The Athlete’s NIL Playbook  by Kristi Dosh — chapter by chapter.  Learn the NIL rules, build your brand, price your deals, protect your image, and prepare for the future of athlete revenue sharing.  🎧 Real talk, legal insight, and the mindset every athlete and parent needs. Disclaimer: Educational content only—this is not legal,...

College and high school athletes are fighting for more than game time — they’re fighting for their right to play. From NCAA eligibility battles to a new Ohio court ruling letting high-school athletes sign NIL deals, the courtroom has become the newest playing field. Mike breaks down how injunctions are reshaping the rules — and what every athlete, parent, and coach needs to know.  Disclaimer: Educ...

NIL means business — and business means taxes.  This week, Mike and Lee unpack the IRS side of NIL: 1099s, LLCs, deductions, and real examples of athletes getting audited. Includes verified references from IRS Publications 525, 334, 505, 535, and 583. Disclaimer: Educational content only—this is not legal, tax, or financial advice.