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The Transfer Portal: How to Navigate It Without Burning Bridges or Making Emotion-Driven Mistakes
In this episode of Under the Hat, Kara and Coach Sam tackle one of the most misunderstood — and most emotional — topics in college volleyball: transferring.
This is not a “jump in the portal” pep talk.
It's the opposite.
We walk through:
Why the fall semester is NOT enough time to judge a fit
Emotional triggers that mislead athletes (comparison, homesickness, frustration)
Coaching changes and when they do or don't justify transferring
How to request and handle tough conversations with your coach
What a mature, non-victim conversation actually sounds like
Academic & financial realities families overlook
What film you need (and why club footage won't cut it)
How coaches evaluate transfers — including the red flags they look for
Why the portal window is short, fast, and more stressful than the original recruiting journey
If you're considering the transfer portal, already in it, or supporting an athlete who's struggling, this episode will help you slow down, reflect, and make decisions rooted in clarity — not panic.
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By VballrecruiterIn this episode of Under the Hat, Kara and Coach Sam tackle one of the most misunderstood — and most emotional — topics in college volleyball: transferring.
This is not a “jump in the portal” pep talk.
It's the opposite.
We walk through:
Why the fall semester is NOT enough time to judge a fit
Emotional triggers that mislead athletes (comparison, homesickness, frustration)
Coaching changes and when they do or don't justify transferring
How to request and handle tough conversations with your coach
What a mature, non-victim conversation actually sounds like
Academic & financial realities families overlook
What film you need (and why club footage won't cut it)
How coaches evaluate transfers — including the red flags they look for
Why the portal window is short, fast, and more stressful than the original recruiting journey
If you're considering the transfer portal, already in it, or supporting an athlete who's struggling, this episode will help you slow down, reflect, and make decisions rooted in clarity — not panic.