Candice Storey Lee on Vanderbilt's Rise, SEC Women's Basketball & the Future of College Athletics

Candice Storey Lee on Vanderbilt's Rise, SEC Women's Basketball & the Future of College Athletics

🎙️ Vanderbilt Athletic Director Candice Storey Lee | Building a Championship Culture in College Athletics What does it take to lead one of the fastest-rising athletic departments in the country? In this special episode of Chalk Talk South: Women's Hoops, I sit down with Vanderbilt Athletic Director Candice Storey Lee to discuss leadership, building championship programs, and the incredible growth of women's sports. Dr. Lee shares her journey from Vanderbilt student-athlete to Athletic Director, the vision behind Vanderbilt's athletic success, what makes the Commodores unique in today's college athletics landscape, and how she works alongside coaches to create a winning culture. We also dive into the continued rise of SEC women's basketball, the impact of NIL and the transfer portal, student-athlete development, and where she believes the future of women's sports is headed. Whether you're a Vanderbilt fan, an SEC women's basketball fan, or simply interested in leadership in college athletics, this conversation offers an inside look at one of the most influential voices in the game. 🏀 Topics Covered: * Candice Storey Lee's journey to becoming Vanderbilt Athletic Director * Vanderbilt's vision and championship culture * Leadership and working with head coaches * The growth of SEC women's basketball * NIL and the transfer portal * Student-athlete development * The future of women's sports * Building success at Vanderbilt Athletics If you enjoyed this interview, be sure to Like, Subscribe, and turn on notifications so you never miss our SEC Women's Basketball coverage, interviews, scouting reports, and analysis. #Vanderbilt #VanderbiltAthletics #CandiceStoreyLee #SEC #SECWBB #WomensBasketball #CollegeBasketball #CollegeAthletics #NIL #TransferPortal #ChalkTalkSouth #Commodores #Leadership #WomensSports Chapters 0:00 Intro 2:23 How Has Your Perspective Changed Throughout Different Roles 5:41 What Do You Hope Vanderbilt Represents? 7:39 Why Women’s Basketball in the SEC is Different 10:17 Growth of the Women’s Game 14:25 Changes in the Landscape of College Athletics 16:42 Mental Health in Today’s College Athletics 20:30 What Excites You the Most About the Future of Women’s Sports Right Now? 22:25 Chalk Talk or Cap 27:01 Shea Ralph and Her Impacts 39:18 What Makes You Still Fall in Love with Sports? 43:37 Closing

SEC Scouting Report: Texas A&M

Texas A&M Women's Basketball enters the 2026-27 season with something many programs don't have in today's college basketball landscape - continuity. In this SEC Women's Basketball scouting report, I break down why Joni Taylor and the Aggies could be one of the most improved teams in the conference. We discuss the impact of returning nine players, key transfer portal additions like Kailyn Gilbert and Essence Cody, the incoming freshman class, biggest question marks, X-factors, ceiling vs. floor, and my bold prediction for Texas A&M this season. 🏀 In this episode: 2025-26 season recap Key departures Transfer portal additions Incoming freshmen X-Factors Biggest question marks Ceiling vs. Floor Bold prediction Where Texas A&M fits in the SEC Women's Basketball race If you love SEC Women's Basketball, NCAA Women's Basketball, recruiting, transfer portal news, and in-depth team analysis, you're in the right place. 👍 If you enjoyed this scouting report, be sure to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications so you don't miss the rest of the SEC team previews as we count down to the 2026-27 season. #TexasAM #AggieWBB #SECWBB #SECBasketball #WomensBasketball #NCAAW #CollegeBasketball #JoniTaylor #TransferPortal #ChalkTalkSouth Chapters 0:00 Intro 1:20 Quick Recap of Last Season 3:56 Key Losses 5:50 Portal Additions 7:05 Incoming Freshmen 9:09 X Factors 11:45 Biggest Question Marks 13:50 Floor vs. Ceiling 15:31 Overall Bold Prediction 16:38 Like, Comment, Subscribe & Share TikTok ✅ Apple Podcasts ✅ SEC Women's Hoops Podcast #womensbasketball #wbb #womenshoops

SEC Scouting Report: Arkansas

Arkansas is entering one of the most important seasons in recent program history. In this episode of Chalk Talk South, we're breaking down the 2026-27 Arkansas Razorbacks Women's Basketball team heading into Year 2 under head coach Kelsi Musick. After finishing 12-20 overall and 1-15 in SEC play last season, the Razorbacks completely reshaped their roster with 12 newcomers, including seven transfers and four talented freshmen. We'll discuss: 🏀 Year 2 expectations for Kelsi Musick 🏀 Arkansas' biggest offseason roster changes 🏀 Key transfer portal additions and impact freshmen 🏀 X-factors that could determine the season 🏀 Biggest question marks heading into SEC play 🏀 Ceiling vs. floor for the Razorbacks 🏀 My bold prediction for Arkansas this season Can Arkansas take a meaningful step forward in one of the toughest conferences in college basketball? Or will this rebuild take more time? Let me know your prediction for the Razorbacks in the comments! 🔔 Subscribe to Chalk Talk South for in-depth SEC women's basketball analysis, scouting reports, transfer portal breakdowns, recruiting updates, and season predictions all year long. #ArkansasWBB #ArkansasRazorbacks #SECWBB #WomensBasketball #CollegeBasketball #KelsiMusick #Razorbacks #NCAAW #TransferPortal #ChalkTalkSouth Chapters 0:00 Hook 0:15 Like, Subscribe, Comment 0:28 Update On My Next Guest 1:30 Looking Back on Kelsi Musick's First Year 2:02 Key Losses 3:30 Portal Additions 6:39 X Factors 8:05 Biggest Question Marks 9:29 Ceiling & Floor 12:16 Overall Bold Prediction TikTok ✅ Apple Podcasts ✅ SEC Women's Hoops Podcast #womensbasketball #wbb #womenshoops

Who's Behind the Chalk Talk?

Ever wondered who is behind Chalk Talk South? In this special episode, the microphone gets turned around as my best friend interviews me about my journey from lifelong Vanderbilt Women's Basketball fan to covering the best conference in women's college basketball. We talk about where my love for the game began, what it was like attending Vanderbilt basketball camps as a kid, and how a passion for SEC Women's Basketball grew into a podcast dedicated to telling the stories behind the game. I also open up about overcoming imposter syndrome, starting a podcast, interviewing coaches and athletes, and why I believe women's basketball deserves more attention than ever. You'll also hear my thoughts on the SEC's unique culture, the best game-day atmospheres, memorable fan experiences, favorite players and coaches, dream podcast guests, and what I hope every listener takes away from each episode. Whether you've been listening since day one or this is your first episode, I hope this conversation helps you get to know the person behind the microphone and the heart behind Chalk Talk South. If you enjoy the episode, be sure to like, subscribe, and share it with another women's basketball fan. New episodes feature SEC Women's Basketball analysis, player and coach interviews, scouting reports, and conversations that go beyond the box score. Chapters 0:00 Intro 2:12 Who Are You Outside of the Podcast? 4:24 Memories in Memorial 5:52 Vandy Camps 7:44 Why Chalk Talk? 9:38 Fears of Launching the Podcast 10:58 Surprises 12:05 What Would You Say to Your Younger Self? 14:16 What Do You Want Guests to Feel? 16:04 What Vibes Will You Get from Chalk Talk? 17:26 Conversations to Come? 19:30 How Has Women’s Basketball Changed? 21:18 SEC is the Best 22:22 Root for a Hometown Kid 23:33 Which arenas are the most exciting? 24:34 Which teams have impressed you the most? 25:30 Team that has the potential to be sneaky 26:25 Why watch the SEC this season? 28:10 Rapid Fire Questions 34:17 Dream Podcast Guest - Dead or Alive 34:56 5 Years from now what do you hope people say about your podcast? 36:54 Closing #SECWBB #WomensBasketball #CollegeBasketball #Vanderbilt #ChalkTalkSouth TikTok ✅ Apple Podcasts ✅ SEC Women's Hoops Podcast #womensbasketball #wbb #womenshoops

SEC Scouting Report: Auburn

Welcome to another SEC Women's Basketball Scouting Report! In this episode of Chalk Talk South, we're breaking down the Auburn Tigers heading into the 2026-27 season. 🏀 In this scouting report, we cover: - Auburn's 2025-26 season recap - Head coach Larry Vickers and his vision for the program - Key roster departures - Impact transfer portal additions - Returning players to watch - Freshmen who could make an immediate impact - Biggest strengths, concerns, and expectations for the Tigers this season Can Auburn take a step forward in Year 2 under Larry Vickers? We'll break down what Auburn needs to compete in one of the toughest conferences in college basketball. If you love SEC women's basketball, make sure to subscribe for scouting reports on every SEC team, player interviews, game breakdowns, transfer portal analysis, and season predictions. 👍 Like the video if you enjoyed it, and let me know in the comments: Where do you think Auburn will finish in the SEC this season? Chapters 00:17 Introduction to Auburn Tigers' Season Preview 05:19 Player Retention and Transfer Portal Dynamics 10:41 Offensive Challenges and Scoring Concerns 15:34 Looking Ahead: Future Prospects for Auburn Tigers #AuburnWBB #AuburnTigers #SECWomensBasketball #CollegeBasketball #NCAAW #TransferPortal #LarryVickers #ChalkTalkSouth #WomensBasketball #SEC TikTok ✅ Apple Podcasts ✅ SEC Women's Hoops Podcast #womensbasketball #wbb #womenshoops