I’m really looking forward to talking to my guest this week because she has the unique combination of experience in college sports; as a player, as an advocate on multiple collegiate sports committees, as a graduate with multiple degrees, as a wife of a football coach and as the daughter of a former college athlete who raised her to be independent, driven and thoughtful.

Jailyn Mason-Richardson is an absolute force. A basketball standout in high school in Ohio she had multiple college offers before choosing to compete in the powerhouse SEC at the University of Arkansas. She made an instant impact as a freshman guard, but her journey wasn’t linear. When the coaching staff changed, she stayed—and thrived—under Coach Mike Neighbors, showing resilience, maturity, and next-level dedication. Even a senior-year injury couldn’t keep her down.

After graduating, Jai took her talents to Rutgers, where she played while earning her master’s in Global Sports Business. Upon graduating from Rutgers, Jai contemplated playing professionally overseas but ultimately took a fellowship at the Big 10 where she continued to advocate for student-athletes.

Now at Athletes Unlimited, Jai continues to elevate the game from the inside out—combining her love for sports with a deep commitment to service, leadership, and creating meaningful change.

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