The Roy Rundown

Welcome to the Roy Rundown, a podcast designed to share insights and secrets from top experts in the college sports landscape, guiding you along your own path to success.Join us in real time as we build Roy, dive into the latest NIL trends, and uncover stories from the movers and shakers in the sports business space. You’ll hear from an all-star lineup of guests, including athletes, coaches, agents, fans, athletic administrators, and more.Whether you’re a student-athlete, passionate fan or anyone in between, this is your go-to resource for leveling up in the new age of college sports!

The Roy Rundown is a sports podcast hosted by Return on You, with 25 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Return on You hosts The Roy Rundown, a sports show with 25 episodes published.

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  Episode #25

  Episode 25: Hannah Milton, WMU Gymnast

  Feb 13, 202522 minS1

  <p>In this episode of The Roy Rundown, host Brandon Brown takes a deep dive into a sport he’s admittedly unfamiliar with—women’s gymnastics. Joining him is Western Michigan’s Hannah Milton, a standout collegiate gymnast who shares her journey in the sport, the challenges of recruitment, and how NIL is changing the game for athletes beyond football and basketball. </p><p>What You’ll Learn in This Episode: </p><p>How Hannah got started in gymnastics at just three years old </p><p>The unique recruiting process for college gymnastics and how she landed at Western Michigan </p><p>What it tak...

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  Episode #24

  Episode 24: Aeron Burrell, LSU Placekicker

  Jan 17, 202524 minS1

  <p>In this episode of The Roy Rundown, LSU kicker Aaron Burrell shares his remarkable journey from soccer fields around the world to kicking under the bright lights in Tiger Stadium. Aaron discusses overcoming injuries, breaking barriers, and the financial lessons that set him apart as a young athlete. </p> <p> </p> <p>Episode Highlights: </p> <p>Aaron’s early passion for soccer and his international experience in Spain. </p> <p>The transition from soccer to football and becoming one of the top kickers in the country. </p> <p>Battling through significant knee injuries and making a stunning recovery. </p> <p>Redefini...

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  Episode #23

  Episode 23: Under Armour All Americans & NIL Deals

  Jan 15, 202510 minS1

  <p>In this episode of The Roy Rundown, host Brandon Brown unpacks the rapidly evolving world of NIL and its growing impact on college sports. </p> <p>Key highlights: </p> <p>Shifts in NIL trends across football, basketball, and emerging sports like baseball and hockey. </p> <p>The expanding role of women’s college basketball in the NIL conversation. </p> <p>How different sports and athletes are shaping the college athletics landscape. </p> <p>Discover how NIL continues to transform the game and why these changes matter for athletes, fans, and sports professionals alike. Tune in for all the latest insights...

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  Episode #22

  Episode 22: Caitlin Clark Talks NIL, Transfer Portal & College Sports

  Jan 15, 20259 minS1

  <p>In this episode of The Roy Rundown, host Brandon Brown spotlights Caitlin Clark, former Iowa basketball star and WNBA standout, as a leading figure in the NIL era. </p> <p>Key highlights: </p> <p>Caitlin's journey from college athlete to Time magazine's 2024 Athlete of the Year. </p> <p>Major NIL deals with Nike, Gatorade, State Farm, and more. </p> <p>Insights from her appearance on the New Heights podcast discussing NIL and the transfer portal. </p> <p>Learn how Caitlin is redefining opportunities for athletes beyond the game. Tune in for another inspiring episode! </p> <p> </p> <p>Subscribe to The Roy Rundow...

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  Episode #21

  Episode 21: Zach Nehring, WMU Hockey Forward

  Jan 14, 202529 minS1

  <p>In this episode of The Roy Rundown, host Brandon Brown sits down with Zach Nehring, a rising star in college hockey and freshman forward at Western Michigan University. Zach shares his journey from a backyard rink in North Dakota to being drafted by the Winnipeg Jets in the 2023 NHL Draft, all while navigating the competitive landscape of NCAA hockey and NIL. </p> <p><br /></p> <p>Tune in as Zach discusses: </p> <p>His early love for hockey and the sacrifices his family made to support his dream. </p> <p>The intense recruiting process and his decision to become a Bro...

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