Episode Summary:
In this powerful episode of the It’s Just Different Podcast, host Ashley Roberts sits down with Zay Green — professional basketball player and former McDonald’s All-American — to talk about the real journey behind the WNBA dream.
Zay opens up about multiple ACL injuries, mental health battles, and the emotional rollercoaster of transferring between schools like Tennessee, Texas A&M, and UAPB. Through it all, she never gave up — and her story is a true testament to resilience, faith, and focus.
This episode gives listeners an honest look into what it really takes to push through when the odds are stacked against you — and how parents, coaches, and athletes can better navigate injuries, recruiting, and the pressure of high-level basketball.
Key Takeaways:
- Resilience Through Injury: Zay’s story proves that adversity can build the mindset needed to go pro — if you don’t quit.
- Authentic Communication Matters: Being real during the recruitment process helps athletes land in the right situation
.- The Role of Parents: Support is important, but athletes need space to make their own decisions and learn from them.
- Transfer Portal Talk: Zay shares honest thoughts on how the portal is being used — and how it’s affecting the game.
- Inspiring the Next Generation: Her journey is a blueprint for any young female athlete who needs a reminder to keep going.
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