Olivia Thompson is back to welcome South Carolina Women's Basketball Legend Tina Roy for this week's brand-new episode of The Coop. Join Tina as she opens up about her incredible journey. Tina talks about her time playing under the legendary Coach Dawn Staley, helping transform SC into the national powerhouse it is today, and contributing to the Gamecocks’ rise with her unforgettable performances on and off the court. She dives into how her faith, determination, and roots in Louisiana shaped her life, overcoming adversity to become a true inspiration.

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CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

02:15 - Welcome Tina Roy

06:34 - Full Circle Moments

07:46 - Coaching at Home

11:12 - Leaning on God

14:02 - Singing God's Vision

16:37 - Journey into Basketball

20:44 - Choosing South Carolina

22:19 - Recruiting Process

24:37 - Loyalty to South Carolina

26:15 - Surprises About South Carolina

27:58 - Dawn Staley’s Coaching Style

29:13 - Playing in Front of Fans

33:35 - Taking a Chance on South Carolina

35:31 - The “Old Tina”

37:55 - Senior Season Highlights

41:13 - Post-College Basketball Career

42:58 - Becoming a Police Officer

49:20 - Final Thoughts

49:37 - Best Piece of Advice

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