Sportslifetalk presents... "You Got Next"

About Sportslifetalk presents... "You Got Next"

🎙️ Welcome to Sportslifetalk — Where Life Meets Sports with a Vibe! 🏀🔥 From grassroots greatness to WNBA legends, Sportslifetalk is your go-to podcast for all things women’s and girls’ basketball — and the powerful stories behind the game. We shine a spotlight on athletes, coaches, and changemakers who are pushing the culture forward, breaking barriers, and inspiring the next generation. With fresh interviews, fun segments, and real talk, our hosts bring big energy, bold conversations, and a whole lotta love for the game. Whether you're a die-hard hoop fan or just love good storytelling,

Publisher

Kevin Thomas

Category

sports

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

24 Jun 2019

Latest episode

19 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

875 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   19 Oct 2026

   Girls Basketball: Why Taiyanna Samuels Left Arizona to Chase Her DREAMS at LuHi

   At just 14 years old, Taiyanna Samuels is already making a name for herself in girls' basketball. Originally from Arizona, the Class of 2030 guard has taken her talents across the country to Long Island Lutheran (LUHI) in New York, where she's embracing a new chapter filled with competition, development, and opportunity. On this episode of SportsLifeTalk's YOU GOT NEXT, KT and B Jones sit down with Taiyanna to discuss her basketball journey, her competitive mentality, and the sacrifices she's made to continue chasing her dreams. Taiyanna fell in love with basketball when she was just three or four years old. Growing up around the game, she spent countless hours dribbling, watching practices, and developing the skills that would eventually help her compete against some of the nation's most talented young players. But one of the most fascinating things about Taiyanna is the difference between her personality off the court and the way she competes on it. Off the court, she's smiling, laughing, and enjoying life. On the court, she's aggressive, confident, and determined to prove herself against highly regarded opponents. Her mentality is simple: “I always have something to prove.” KT and B Jones witnessed that intensity firsthand at Colorado Live and in Cincinnati, where Taiyanna's performances left a lasting impression. And she was doing it as an eighth grader. During the conversation, Taiyanna reflects on competing against older athletes, receiving recognition during her grassroots basketball journey, and seeing a giant poster of herself displayed at an event in Cincinnati. She also explains how an opportunity to join LUHI developed after Blue Star 30 and why her family decided to make the move from Arizona to New York earlier than originally planned. At LUHI, Taiyanna is learning to compete in a new environment surrounded by talented teammates. She describes practices as loud, competitive, energetic, and unselfish. She's also focused on becoming a more vocal leader. Although she already has the ability to score at multiple levels, Taiyanna makes it clear that she wants to continue developing as a point guard. Leadership, communication, and directing her teammates are important parts of her basketball identity. And when asked what she's looking for in a future college, Taiyanna emphasizes strong academics, the right fit, and a place that feels like home. But this episode isn't all basketball. During The Initiation, Taiyanna shares her favorite music artists, reveals why The Flash is her favorite superhero, and even gives the hosts a little Drake performance. She also explains why she wears number one. Her answer? “I'm just the one.” The hosts also discover her love for seafood and put her to the test during The Moment of Truth and Championship Rounds. As the interview comes to a close, Taiyanna talks about staying humble, pushing through adversity, working hard, and putting everything in God's hands. She gives love to her family, coaches, and teammates before nominating LUHI teammate Jasleen Young for a future episode. From Arizona to New York, Taiyanna Samuels is building a story defined by confidence, sacrifice, leadership, and determination. And the journey is only beginning. TAIYANNA SAMUELS × YOU GOT NEXT SPORTS IS LIFE. TALK IS POWER.

2. 

   18 Oct 2026

   Se'Rae Bundrent Palmer Interview | 5'3" Guard's CLUTCH Shot Fuels State Title Run

   On this episode of SportsLifeTalk's You Got Next, Savage Season heads to Louisville, Kentucky, to meet one of the state's exciting young point guards. Representing Assumption High School and the Class of 2028, Se’Rae is a dynamic floor general with speed, confidence, court vision and a personality that lights up every room she enters. Ranked No. 3 in Kentucky in her class, she's already making noise on the basketball court. But her story is about more than rankings. IT'S ABOUT RUNNING YOUR OWN RACE. Se’Rae helped lead the Assumption Rockets on a memorable postseason run that ended with a state championship game appearance and a runner-up finish. And one moment from that journey stands out. 27 SECONDS LEFT. Assumption needs a basket. Se’Rae hasn't been having her best shooting night. But when teammate Ashlyn James creates an opportunity, Se’Rae doesn't hesitate. She lets it fly. BUCKET. 🏀 A clutch shot that helped send the Rockets to the state semifinals. No overthinking. No fear. Just trusting the moment. That's the mentality Se’Rae brings to the court. She's a creator who loves setting up teammates, attacking the rim and using her speed to change the game. And that speed? IT'S NOT JUST BASKETBALL SPEED. Se’Rae is also a competitive track athlete, running the 100 meters, 200 meters, 4x100 relay and 4x400 relay. Her favorite track star is Sha'Carri Richardson, while NBA superstar Kyrie Irving inspires her ball-handling creativity. Now she's preparing for another chapter with West Virginia Thunder, one of the nation's recognized grassroots basketball programs. But basketball wasn't always her entire world. Se’Rae says she truly fell in love with the game around eighth grade and freshman year, when she found herself surrounded by teammates and coaches who believed in her. That environment helped her discover something bigger. HER IDENTITY. And the lessons she's learned are ones every young athlete needs to hear. DON'T GIVE UP ON YOURSELF. RUN YOUR OWN RACE. Stop comparing your journey to somebody else's. God gave you your own talents, your own abilities and your own path. Keep working. Keep growing. And trust your timing. Then comes the SportsLifeTalk Initiation. 😂 Her Top 5 music artists? PARTYNEXTDOOR. Summer Walker. Jazmine Sullivan. Miguel. Daniel Caesar. KT gave that lineup a 22/24, but Se’Rae made it clear that she takes her music VERY seriously. 😂 Her favorite superhero? BLACK PANTHER. Her friends say her theme song is “No Chill” by PARTYNEXTDOOR. And when we asked for her karaoke selection, she gave us Daniel Caesar's “Get You” and Fantasia's “Free Yourself.” But we weren't letting her leave without singing! AND SHE ACTUALLY DID IT! 🎤😂 Then came the most important question of the Initiation. Where are we eating in Louisville? Her answer? CHIPOTLE. Not some hidden Louisville restaurant. Not a local barbecue spot. CHIPOTLE! 😂 And her loaded steak-and-chicken bowl sounds like it needs its own NIL deal. Away from basketball, Se’Rae loves painting, spending time with family and supporting her younger sister, Esme. She credits her parents, siblings, friends, teachers and coaches for helping her become the person and player she is today. So what's next? More development. More growth. Another opportunity to compete for a state championship. And the chance to make even more noise with West Virginia Thunder. But Se’Rae isn't just chasing individual accomplishments. She wants to see her teammates grow alongside her. BECAUSE GREAT POINT GUARDS DON'T JUST MAKE PLAYS. THEY MAKE EVERYBODY BETTER. At SportsLifeTalk Media, we're committed to sharing the stories of the athletes and coaches shaping girls' and women's basketball. Support our 4 Quarters Program with just $1 and help us continue amplifying these incredible journeys. Subscribe on Spotify and Apple Podcasts, leave a rating and review, and share this episode. SPORTS IS LIFE. TALK IS POWER.

3. 

   11 Oct 2026

   Carleigh Wenzel Interview | From 4 PPG to All-ACC at Virginia Tech

   LOYALTY OVER EVERYTHING. HOKIE NATION STAND UP! 🦃🏀🔥 Some athletes chase the next opportunity. Others stay, trust the process and CREATE their own. CARLEIGH WENZEL CHOSE TO STAY. On this episode of SportsLifeTalk's You Got Next, Savage Season heads to Blacksburg, Virginia, for a conversation with Virginia Tech All-ACC guard Carleigh Wenzel, a San Antonio native whose basketball journey is a lesson in patience, perseverance and LOYALTY. Before becoming one of the ACC's most dangerous guards, Carleigh was already turning heads in Texas. More than 2,500 high school career points. A Top 50 national prospect. College recruiting attention before she even entered high school. But the journey wasn't always glamorous. Carleigh remembers watching her friends go to movies while she was heading to basketball practice. She didn't always understand the sacrifices. Today? SHE WOULDN'T CHANGE A THING. Her parents, both former college basketball players, helped establish the work ethic that continues to drive her. Then came Virginia Tech. Carleigh redshirted, waited for opportunities and continued developing. She went from averaging approximately four points per game to becoming a double-digit scorer, eventually earning Second-Team All-ACC honors and WBCA All-America Honorable Mention recognition. But here's what makes her story different. In an era of constant movement through the transfer portal, Carleigh stayed committed to Virginia Tech—even through a coaching change. Why? THE GRASS IS GREENER WHERE YOU WATER IT. She fell in love with Blacksburg, the community, her teammates and the people who believed in her. And that loyalty helped produce one unforgettable moment. MARCH 1, 2026. A rivalry game on the road. Virginia Tech trailing by one. 1.7 SECONDS REMAINING. Carleigh steps to the free-throw line. With 29 points already to her name and the game hanging in the balance, she falls back on the routine she practices with Coach Carlin Hartman and Coach Ashley Brown's staff. Block out the noise. Trust the repetition. Make the moment yours. TWO FREE THROWS. GAME WINNER. MAMBA MOMENT. 🐍 Carleigh also breaks down her development as a three-level scorer, her commitment to becoming a stronger two-way player and the teammate who challenges her most: LAYLA WELLS. The two push each other in practice, with Carleigh praising Layla's leadership, toughness and defense. Then there's the SportsLifeTalk Initiation. 😂 Her Top 5? Drake. Rod Wave. NoCap. Rylo Rodriguez. Lil Durk. That earned her a 21/24 from KT. Her favorite superhero is the Hulk, but her musical alter ego? HANNAH MONTANA. 😂 Miley Cyrus' “The Climb” is her theme song, and Justin Bieber's “Boyfriend” is her karaoke selection. And yes… SHE ACTUALLY SANG IT! 🎤 Her favorite color is pink, which made KT's pink A'ja Wilson sneakers an easy winner in the Championship Rounds. Away from basketball, Carleigh loves cooking street tacos, spending time with her pets and watching crime dramas. But her biggest surprise came when we asked about life after basketball. First? THE WNBA. And when the ball eventually stops bouncing? FBI OR CIA. 👀 That's right. From locking down ACC opponents to potentially investigating federal cases. Carleigh Wenzel has BIG plans. She also gives credit to her family for keeping her grounded and motivated throughout the journey. So what's next? One final opportunity to make her mark at Virginia Tech. A chance to compete professionally. And a future that could extend far beyond basketball. At SportsLifeTalk Media, we're committed to amplifying the athletes, coaches and leaders shaping girls' and women's basketball. Support our 4 Quarters Program with just $1 and help us continue telling these stories. Subscribe on Spotify and Apple Podcasts, leave a rating and review, and share this episode. San Antonio raised her. Virginia Tech developed her. Loyalty defined her. CARLEIGH WENZEL GOT NEXT. 🏀🔥 SPORTS IS LIFE. TALK IS POWER.

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• Jasmine James
• Fope Ayo
• Isabella Sangha
• Rihyana Kinsey
• Anthony Anderson

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