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SUBSCRIBE HERE https://www.youtube.com/@UC61PUEfScrd2beOagrmFcXQOn this episode of Stuck In My Thoughts, host Justin Stuckey sits down with Jaylyn Sherrod, WNBA Champion and current guard for the Minnesota Lynx, for an in-depth conversation about her journey to the top of women’s basketball. Jaylyn opens up about growing up as an only child surrounded by a tight-knit and supportive family, how she first fell in love with the game of basketball, and the moments early in her life that shaped her competitive edge. From youth hoops to becoming one of the most respected guards in the game, Jaylyn shares the foundation that set her on a championship path.The two dive deep into college recruitment, Jaylyn’s “welcome to college basketball” moment, and one of the most memorable wins of her career—defeating the defending National Champion LSU Tigers, led by Angel Reese and Flau’jae Johnson. Jaylyn reflects on the pressure, confidence, and preparation that went into that statement victory, as well as the highs and lows of her college career. She also speaks candidly about the emotional and mental challenge of going undrafted, how she stayed ready, and what it took to keep betting on herself when the odds weren’t in her favor. While the love of the game was strong, her pursuit of not just one, but three degrees was crucial in her eyes.Jaylyn then breaks down the surreal experience of winning a WNBA Championship, what it truly means to reach the pinnacle of professional basketball, and her perspective on the WNBA CBA agreement and the future of the league. The conversation wraps with a look at her off-the-court chemistry with her new teammates in the Stud Buds, life in the WNBA, and what’s next as she continues to build her legacy. This episode is a must-watch for fans of WNBA basketball, women’s college basketball, Minnesota Lynx, and anyone inspired by stories of resilience, confidence, and championship mindset.🔔 Subscribe for more exclusive interviews with athletes, entertainers, and leaders across the WNBA, NBA, NFL, NCAA, WWE, and beyond.FOLLOW STUCK IN MY THOUGHTS ON SOCIAL MEDIAINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/stuckinmythoughtspod/TIK TOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@stuckinmythoughtspod?_t=8rcdl8Zx5Z8&_r=1X: https://x.com/simtpodTimestamp0:00–3:24 Intro3:24–4:13 Upbringing4:13–5:18 Finding Basketball5:18–7:51 When She Realized How Good She Was7:51–8:45 Choosing Colorado8:45–9:34 Doesn’t Live Love & Basketball9:34–10:37 No Good Eats In Colorado10:37–11:44 Talking Trash To Candice Parker11:44–14:05 Always An Underdog14:05–15:42 Living In The Moment15:42–17:19 Undrafted By The WNBA17:19–19:52 Making A Name On The New York Liberty19:52–21:56 Realizing She’s A Pro Basketball Player21:56–24:57 Losing To Sabrina Ionescu & Oregon By 60 Points24:57–27:12 Earning 3 Degrees27:12–30:17 Overcoming The Funk Of Covid Isolation & Surgery30:17–32:32 Best College Opponents32:32–36:12 Winning A WNBA Championship36:12–37:58 Stud Bud Teammate Experience37:58–39:22 Doing What You Say39:22–40:26 Thoughts On WNBA Pay40:26–42:12 Fashion Taste42:12–43:54 Love For Music43:54–45:39 LEGOS45:39–47:32 Best WNBA Opponents47:32–48:19 Dewanna Bonner Next Guest.!?48:19–50:45 Stuck In Her Thoughts50:45–52:09 Advice To The Next Generation52:09–52:00 Outro
