The Journey to the Transfer Portal With Ryder MacGillivray

The Recruit Grind

Summary

Ryder MacGillivray, a former football player at Utah State University, shares his journey and decision to enter the transfer portal. He talks about his experiences on the team, including being awarded a scholarship and battling for a starting position. Ryder discusses the tough conversations he had with coaches and the emotional process of leaving the program. He also shares the support he received from teammates and the interest he has received from other schools since entering the portal.

Takeaways

• Entering the transfer portal is a difficult decision that involves tough conversations and emotional farewells.
• Ryder MacGillivray is grateful for the support he received from coaches, teammates, and staff at Utah State University.
• He is looking for a program where he can contribute and showcase his skills as a committed and hardworking player.
• Coaches and recruiters can watch Ryder's film on his social media accounts and AthletesTV to see his abilities on the field.

Sound Bites

• "I want to go contribute to a team."
• "I'm going to go play somewhere. Like it's not, it's not over for me."
• "I just want to play football. I want to go and use these last two years that I have and be with a program that's going to be like, where did this kid come from?"

Chapters

00:00 - Introduction and Apology for Delayed Episode

04:04 - Commitment and Effort in the Weight Room

09:17 - Receiving Interest from Other Programs

25:39 - Academic Eligibility and Closing Remarks

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