The MidMajors
The podcast for women’s hoops fans who want it all: news, laughs, and no fluff. Former D1 ballers Tacarra Barnes and Courtney Lumpkin break down everything in college basketball and the WNBA with real energy, real insight, and real love for the game
The MidMajors
1176 PLAYERS IN THE TRANSFER PORTAL | THIS IS OUT OF CONTROL
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The NCAA transfer portal is in full chaos, and women’s college basketball is changing fast.
In this episode of The Mid Majors Podcast, Tacarra and Courtney break down everything happening in the transfer portal — from player movement and recruiting strategies to NIL deals, coaching changes, and roster rebuilds across the country.
With over 1,000+ players in the portal, programs are being forced to adapt quickly. Who’s making smart moves? Who’s leveling up? And which teams are winning the portal?
We also dive into how NIL is impacting decisions, why system fit matters more than ever, and how mid-major programs continue to play a major role in the transfer ecosystem.
🔥 If you want REAL insight from former D1 athletes — this is the breakdown you need.
🏀 WHAT WE COVER:
NCAA transfer portal explosion in women’s college basketball
Recruiting strategies: lateral moves vs level-ups
Impact of coaching changes on roster decisions
NIL deals, player market value & negotiation realities
Key players in the portal + potential landing spots
Why system fit matters more than stats
Mid-major programs as stepping stones to Power 5
Conference breakdowns: ACC, SEC, Big Ten & more
Team needs: guards, posts & roster balance
Real athlete perspective on recruiting + development
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