GOOD FOLLOW - Minnesota Lynx Guard Jaylyn Sherrod Talks First Days in Minnesota, Saying Goodbye to New York & More

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Introduction

In this compelling episode of The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz, hosted by Roz Golden Woode and sponsored by DraftKings, the spotlight shines on Jaylen Sherrod, a rising star in the WNBA. Jaylen, a 2024 WNBA champion and second-year player out of Colorado, shares his journey from being waived by the New York Liberty to joining the Minnesota Lynx. Released on August 14, 2025, this episode delves deep into Jaylen’s professional transitions, personal growth, and the lessons he has learned along the way.

Transition from New York Liberty to Minnesota Lynx

Roz Golden Woode kicks off the conversation by addressing Jaylen’s whirlwind week. After being waived by the New York Liberty on August 1st, Jaylen was picked up by the Minnesota Lynx just a week later. This swift transition culminated in him playing against his former team, the Liberty, shortly after joining the Lynx.

Jaylen reflects on the experience:

"Yesterday was crazy. Being back in Barclays and being on the other side, yeah, it was a little different, but I had fun. We got the win." ([03:30])

Despite the emotional turmoil, Jaylen emphasizes the professionalism of the move, highlighting that being waived was expected and handled without hard feelings.

First Days in Minnesota and Fan Reception

Jaylen shares his initial impressions of Minnesota, noting the warm reception from fans and teammates:

"The fans were very welcoming, and everybody, for the most part, was just happy that I got picked up and I got another opportunity." ([03:43])

He recounts special moments, including a heartfelt video tribute from the Liberty, which underscored his impact on the team despite limited playing time.

Navigating a Rocky Rookie Season

Discussing his rookie year, Jaylen opens up about the challenges of going undrafted and the subsequent highs and lows:

"Going undrafted wasn't planned, so that started it all. But then, you know, going to training camp and actually, you know, I feel like more. So training camp proved to myself that I could play in this league." ([05:23])

He highlights the resilience required to stay motivated after being waived and the importance of remaining ready for new opportunities. Jaylen credits his perseverance with the mantra:

"Delay, not denied."

Winning the championship with the Liberty on his birthday was a significant milestone:

"It did. I mean, honestly, I was just in so much, like, it wasn't shocked, but just more like a disbelief of how the year turned out." ([08:26])

Faith and Personal Growth

Faith plays a pivotal role in Jaylen’s journey. He attributes his success and ability to navigate challenges to his unwavering belief in a higher plan:

"God has allowed me to get here. He's allowed me to be here. He's allowed for, you know, two of the best teams over the past two years to want me." ([08:26])

Jaylen emphasizes the emotional toll of professional sports and how leaning on his faith has provided strength and clarity:

"I've always leaned on God, and I'm gonna keep leaning on him, and like I said, I don't know why... So we're gonna keep riding with it, and I'm gonna keep showing up and letting you know his light shine through me as much as possible." ([08:26] – [09:53])

Significance of His First Tattoo

Jaylen discusses his first tattoo, “Without struggle, there is no progress,” which serves as a constant reminder of resilience:

"It's going to be a struggle. Like, life is not easy, it's never going to be easy... it's never a one way path. It's going to be some, some fight gonna be some hell in there, but you gotta get to the other side." ([10:08])

This tattoo symbolizes his journey through injuries and personal challenges during his teenage years, shaping his understanding of perseverance.

Balancing Introversion with Team Dynamics

Despite being an introvert, Jaylen emphasizes the importance of building camaraderie with teammates:

"I try to never turn down an offer to do something with teammates, because I feel like that just kind of allows you to build camaraderie and stuff like that together." ([13:41])

He explains how maintaining a balance between his private nature and active participation with the team fosters strong relationships and a supportive environment.

Learning from Elite Point Guards

Jaylen shares insights gained from interacting with seasoned point guards like Courtney Vandersloot, Natasha Cloud, and Sabrina Mingo:

"Each and every one of them presented something different just too go. I just learned so much in terms of, like, how to work as a point guard in this league at my size from Sloop, Tash, Sab, and MJ." ([20:41])

He highlights the unique lessons from each mentor, such as Tash’s authenticity, Sabrina’s resilience under pressure, and Sabrina Mingo’s strategic playmaking.

Academic Pursuits and Importance of Education

Balancing academics and athletics, Jaylen proudly holds three degrees from Colorado. He attributes his academic success to his mother’s emphasis on prioritizing education:

"My mom instilled in me early. Like, you know, student-first, athlete second. She was her MO. She was someone collide. My mom was all of that." ([23:51])

Jaylen explains how his academic discipline has kept him grounded and provided a sense of purpose beyond basketball:

"It was a discipline thing. Like, it kept me disciplined. It kept me, you know, grounded." ([23:51])

Conclusion and Future Outlook

As the conversation wraps up, Roz acknowledges Jaylen’s impressive achievements and growth:

"You are an inspiration to come full circle. It's no surprise you got that kind of reception when you came back to play against the Liberty at Barclays. And as a broadcaster who's seen you through college, it's just been a pleasure to watch you grow and blossom and just see your maturity." ([25:55])

Jaylen expresses gratitude and optimism for the future with the Minnesota Lynx:

"I'm excited. I think this is a good fit for me... They carry themselves with such a high standard and they carry themselves as with so much confidence that it just kind of breathes through this team." ([16:33])

Closing Remarks

The episode concludes with encouragement for listeners to follow and engage with the show, highlighting the inspiring story of Jaylen Sherrod as he continues to make his mark in the WNBA and beyond.

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Notable Quotes with Timestamps:

• Emotional Transition:

  "Yesterday was crazy. Being back in Barclays and being on the other side, yeah, it was a little different, but I had fun. We got the win." ([03:30])

• Rookie Season Resilience:

  "Delay, not denied." ([05:23])

• Faith and Perseverance:

  "God has allowed me to get here... I'm gonna keep showing up and letting you know his light shine through me as much as possible." ([08:26] – [09:53])

• Tattoo Significance:

  "It's going to be a struggle... you gotta get to the other side." ([10:08])

• Building Team Camaraderie:

  "I try to never turn down an offer to do something with teammates..." ([13:41])

• Learning from Mentors:

  "Each and every one of them presented something different..." ([20:41])

• Academic Discipline:

  "It was a discipline thing. Like, it kept me disciplined. It kept me, you know, grounded." ([23:51])

• Future with Lynx:

  "I'm excited. I think this is a good fit for me..." ([16:33])

This episode offers an in-depth look into Jaylen Sherrod’s journey, showcasing his determination, faith, and the balance he maintains between personal and professional growth. Whether you're a sports enthusiast or someone seeking inspiration, Jaylen’s story is a testament to resilience and the pursuit of excellence.

Transcript

[Roz Golden Woode]

You're listening to DraftKings Network. Hey, what's up everyone? Welcome to GoodFallow, presented by DraftKings. I'm Roz Golden Woode. And today on this episode, we have an exclusive, exclusive interview with somebody that I've been covering since her college career and now into the pros. She is a 2024 WNBA champion. She's only a second year player out of Colorado where she was a two time All Pac 12 selection. And now newly of the Minnesota Links, my girl, Jaylen Sherrod. What's up, Jaylen?

[Jaylen Sherrod]

How much I appreciate it. I appreciate it.

[Roz Golden Woode]

Yeah, you know, we appreciate it. What you, I mean, the fact that you made time for this. You just told me this is your first day in Minnesota.

[Jaylen Sherrod]

Yeah, yeah, it's been a day, but it's been smooth so far. I can't complain. For real?

[Roz Golden Woode]

Yeah. Like, can you actually take me what this, take me through what this last week has been like for you? Because if I could even just go like, August 1st, the New York Liberty announced that they waived you. Then Saturday, August 9th, so we're talking about one week you get picked up by the Lynx and then the very next Sunday, the very next day. So Sunday, one day later, you're playing against your old team in the New York Liberty. And interestingly enough, your schedule, the next two games are also against the Liberty. Can you just take me through all of that?

[Jaylen Sherrod]

Yeah, it's been a hell of a week, A very emotional week. I feel like, you know, initially, I mean, getting wave wasn't a surprise or a shock or anything. We knew it was coming. It was just business. So it wasn't no like bad feelings or love lost there. They made a decision, so they had to do what they had to do, but just more so like saying goodbye to like the relationships and friendships I had built over the past year and some change. But then stayed in Brooklyn. I gave myself the week, honestly, because I didn't know what was happening and I didn't know what was going to happen. The trade deadline was happening as well, so it was just a lot of moving parts and I just, I stayed in Brooklyn, stated myself. I put my phone on do not disturb and I just, I had a solid week. If you ask me, I was chilling. So then Minnie called and they were like, you know, want to sign you. And I was like, okay. It was a little, you know, I mean, being the, the finals last year and everything, I was kind of like, I don't know where this is going, but they gave me an opportunity and Like I said, it's business at the end of the day. And I said this yesterday, too, like, you know, just because the name across my. Across the front changed don't mean a mission to. So still trying to win a championship and do whatever I can to help my team. So it just is what it is. But, no, it was crazy. Yesterday was crazy. Being back in Barclays and being on the other side, yeah, it was a little different, but I had fun. We got the win. So first game in the leash uniform with a dove, so I ain't mad at it. Doves in chat is in the chat.

[Roz Golden Woode]

Dubs in the chat. But obviously you're in the building that, you know, so many Liberty fans loved you, the team loved you. Were there any special moments, good hellos, goodbyes that you had with certain players?

[Jaylen Sherrod]

Yeah, I mean, it was. It was a lot. The fans were very welcoming, and everybody, for the most part, was just happy that, you know, I got picked up and I got another opportunity. But, yeah, the teammates, it was. It's just been a week, man. I actually got to say goodbye to a couple of them earlier during the week. I said about goodbye to a lot of them in Connecticut when I left initially. So, yeah, got to see Taj before the game. The. The video they gave right before the game. Really sweet. And yeah, so I. I didn't get to talk to a lot of them, but at the game, because we got on the road right after. But I mean, I'll see him over the next week anyway. But now the video and just the fans more than anything, it was just really touching it really sweet. And, uh, just to know, like, even though I didn't play all the minutes in the world, I still had an impact there and I still meant something to that fan base and that team means something to me because it just goes to show, like, you still have impact no matter what. So. Yeah, it was cool. It was cool. Yeah.

[Roz Golden Woode]

No, the video tribute is deserving. You're a champion, you know, and those fans, they loved you. I mean, when you got on the court and people went crazy and let's just talk about part of why people fell in love. Just even the journey of your rookie season, from going undrafted, you know, last. Last. Last draft out of Colorado, to being waived by the Liberty, then getting re. Picked up by the Liberty, to sticking with them throughout the season and winning a championship. Can you talk about just your rookie season and navigating some of the extreme highs and lows that you had to as a rookie?

[Jaylen Sherrod]

Yeah, for sure. I think for me, it was just more about being with my feet. Were. I think last year was a tough journey for me, just in a new environment, in a new space and learning how to navigate, you know, constant changes. Going undrafted wasn't planned, so that started it all. But then, you know, going to training camp and actually, you know, I feel like more. So training camp proved to myself that I could play in this league, and I was like, all right, we're good. Like, I just need a shot. And then getting cut and going back home was toughest because I still had to stay motivated. I still had to stay ready. I still had to, you know, put in work without knowing where the work is going. And so then got the call to come back up, and it was just like. I mean, it was smooth sailing because I was in training camp and I knew everybody already, so it wasn't that much of an adjustment. But last year, in. In general, I've always said, delay, not denied. And I've always said that, you know, it taught me to be with my feet, where it taught me how to be a good teammate, even though I wasn't playing 40 minutes. It taught me how to, you know, show up for people, even though I didn't feel like I was, you know, getting what I wanted out of the situation and just, like, how to. How to still be present, even on days you don't feel like being present. So that was not something I really had to worry about in college because, like, I didn't have the luxury of not being present at Colorado. I didn't have the luxury of, you know, not showing up on a game. It was, you know, for five years, it was kind of. I was the engine and the energy behind that team. So I had to show up. I knew that was my job. Whereas here it was more so, like, you know, you're not the one that's always getting looked at. You're not always being the one that's depending on a high pressure moments or whatever. Whatever. So what do you do? How do you still, you know, make an impact? How do you still be a good teammate? How do you still show up in a new role? So it really taught me how to just be a good teammate, and I think that was the biggest lesson of all. And obviously, winning the championship is a blessing. It was a lot to take in because I think I said in one of the videos, like, I wasn't even here three months ago. So it was just trying to, you know, figure it out and adjust, and it worked out in the end, so I Can't complain at all.

[Roz Golden Woode]

It worked out. Your maturity, your growth, the lessons learned are so key. And also, like, there have been rewards along the way. So can we just talk about God real quick? Because, you know, you said it worked out, like, after all of that, you won a championship with the New York Liberty on your birthday. Game five of Liberty versus links was October 20th. Your birthday is October 21st. So essentially, at midnight, as you're bringing in your 23rd birthday, it had to have happened somewhere around the celebration, like, the popping of champagne for the championship. Did that mean anything to you after all you've been through, that you get a championship on your actual birthday?

[Jaylen Sherrod]

Yeah, it did. I mean, honestly, I was just in so much, like, it wasn't shocked, but just more like a disbelief of how the year turned out. Because if you would have told me, like, in March, that would have been what happened in October. I would have told you, like, all right, bro, relax. Like, you're doing too much. So it was just the way it all worked out. But, no, God is just. I said this yesterday. I don't remember who I was talking to, but I was like, man, I haven't questioned God on his journey so far. I'm not about to start questioning them now. And I really don't know why the cars get. Why I get dealt the cars the way I do. But like I said, it's. It's worked out for me. God has allowed me to get here. He's allowed me to be here. He's allowed for, you know, two of the best teams over the past two years to want me. And, you know, I can't question that because I think, like, most people don't realize the emotional, like, toll all of it is. Especially, like, I'm still very young. Like, I'm only 23, so I'm still trying to figure out life on top of my job that is always constantly changing and just trying to always, like, you know, be the best version of myself while I'm dealing with all of this. But, no, I've always leaned on God, and I'm gonna keep leaning on him, and like I said, I don't know why. You know, a week ago, I was with New York and this weekend with Minnie, but I don't question him. I don't question his plan or his purpose because it always has worked out for me. So we're gonna keep riding with it, and I'm gonna keep showing up and letting you know his light shine through me as much as possible.

[Roz Golden Woode]

I heard you have a tattoo And I think it's the first one you ever got. It says, without struggle, there is no progress. That was your first ever tattoo. So when, when did you get this tattoo? And at that point why I got.

[Jaylen Sherrod]

It, because, I mean, that's just like, at that point in time, it was just a constant reminder of my stuff. Like, it's going to be a struggle. Like, life is not easy, it's never going to be easy. And it's going to come with the, you know, tools that, I mean, at that point I was dealing with. What was I dealing with at 15, 16? I think it was around that time my hip had first started to become an issue. And if I was 16, I was turning 17 because I graduated high school in 17. So I didn't play but eight games that season of high school. So I was dealing with that and, you know, being told like, I probably would never play basketball again and trying to figure out what to do and walking on crutches throughout my high school, it was just a lot. And especially when you go from being like the best player on your team to, you know, having to sit there and just watch, it was very hard and very tough. And that was the first time I had ever dealt with an injury of that magnitude. So I think it was just like a reminder, like you, you have to go through something in order to get to the other side. It's never, it's never a one way path. It's going to be some, some fight gonna be some hell in there, but you gotta get to the other side. So I feel like that was just the start of me starting to understand, like immature into ways of understanding like, you know, life ain't easy. I was only child growing up, so I kind of got everything, you know, I was the baby and I got, you know, spoiled a little bit and handed to a little bit. So, like, it started to really understand, like life was bigger than that and mature in that level.

[Roz Golden Woode]

Hey, guys, we gotta go to break. We'll be right back.

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[Roz Golden Woode]

Welcome back to Goodfellow. Today's episode is presented by DraftKings. DraftKings. The Crown is yours. I'm still here with the exclusive interview with Jalen Sherrod Newley of the Minnesota Links. Let's take a listen. So I know you're an only child, but it's interesting. I also feel like we've talked and you've talked about, like, I do my own. I'm very comfortable doing my own thing. Like, in some ways, you're an introvert. Like, how have you navigated being an introvert but at the same time, maybe stepping up outside your comfort zone but also being yourself?

[Jaylen Sherrod]

I would say for me, it's just about finding that balance. I think I said this my whole career. Like, who I am on a basketball court versus who I am on a day debate is kind of like two separate people. I feel like. And I've heard that a lot, too, because people, you like Beyonce because Beyonce.

[Roz Golden Woode]

Got her Sasha Fierce and then Beyonce got regular Beyonce.

[Jaylen Sherrod]

Yeah, yeah, for sure. I mean, I get it. Like, when I was at Colorado, I got it so much. Like, you're so quiet off the court, but on the court, you're so fiery and passionate. And it was just like, I don't really know, like, how the switch flips, but I do know, like, it's just kind of who I am. I don't really like doing too much off the court. I never have. I always kind of stayed to myself and been comfortable in that. So I think also allowing my teammates to see that side of me helps. People can't, like, meet you where you are if they don't know you. I'm really big on that. So kind of like letting them into my world. Like, we would go to the movies, we would go out to eat. We would do different things that necessarily, like, I wouldn't have done unless they invited me out, unless they brought me along with them and stuff like that. So I try to, like, never turn down an offer to do something with teammates, because I feel like that just kind of allows you to jail and build camaraderie and stuff like that together, so. But no, most of the time, I'm chilling by myself. It's just me and my dog most times.

[Roz Golden Woode]

So what have you done so far with the links and the players? Had a chance to, like, mix in. Have any of them tried to mix you in?

[Jaylen Sherrod]

I mean, I just got here, like, 48 hours, but we haven't. I got here, we had a game, and then we. We went. We came back to Minnesota, and so then today I've been moving because I had to, like, get my stuff in and move into the apartment and whatnot, so I really haven't had time to, like, do anything. Cause like I said, it's only my second day out here, so. Well, I'm excited. I know. I know they'd be out, and I know they'd be out and about. I've seen the stuff, buzz and whatnot, so. We'll see. Very. We'll see.

[Roz Golden Woode]

Are you gonna make the stunt button stream?

[Jaylen Sherrod]

Oh, no, man. I don't know if they asked me. You know, I just said I don't turn down opportunities for teammates, so I can't go back on my word now. I was joking with him that I was gonna, you know, I'll one day get a pink locker or something. I'll throw a lock in theirs. So we'll see. I. We'll see.

[Roz Golden Woode]

I am screaming. Not a single pink lock. Just. Just to.

[Jaylen Sherrod]

You know, I can't do nothing more. Can't do nothing more for you. I'll give you one, though.

[Roz Golden Woode]

Yo.

[Jaylen Sherrod]

So.

[Roz Golden Woode]

So many teams could use a point guard right now. I'm sure you've seen all the different news and injuries and all the things like, why the lengths? Why do you think this is the right fit, and what are you hoping to bring to this team?

[Jaylen Sherrod]

Beyond popular belief. When you're in my position and you go undrafted and, you know, you kind of get dealt the cars. You get dealt. You don't have the luxury of picking your opportunities. You just got to go where you get them. And if God present me with an opportunity, who am I to tell them no? So that's kind of where this move was and how we got to that point in terms of, like, other moves. Yeah. I mean, I can't speak for other people, but I just Know like for my situation it just kind of happened the way it did and Minnie was actually when I went undrafted, the two calls I got to go to training camp was Minnesota and New York. Ultimately I tried, I decided to go to New York but Minnie has been, the relationship has been there. My agent has had a relationship. We just decided to go to New York but so yeah, it's been interest there. I know Cheryl came to a couple games my fifth year Colorado. So it's been there. But I'm just excited think I think it's a good fit for me just because of like their one defense obviously and then two just seeing like you know you, you hit a too small gesture a lot when you're my side but to see like she will and T doing what they do at the level that they do in the system that kind of works to you know who they are, place to their strengths regardless of their size and them being able to be so good in it, I think is it just showing where I can go showing you know the next move for me and, and so yeah, I'm excited especially to be around people that I think has the same kind of M.O. as me in terms of like defense and just being a dog and just, you know, we on paper we might not stack up or you might not think of us as this and that but they carry themselves with such a high standard and they carry themselves as with so much confidence that it just kind of breathes through this team. And I mean like I said, I ain't been here for 48 hours but you can see that already. So I'm excited. And they're really good teammates one another. Like it's a genuine connection here. I think this is a like a genuine group of people and like I said, this is all off two days of being on this side. But I see man, it's genuine and they really care about each other. They really want to win. And when you, when you got people that's very passionate about what they do, it's kind of hard to stop. So I'm excited.

[Roz Golden Woode]

Yeah.

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[Roz Golden Woode]

I think that there's a lot that like, of relatability between the players. I think you certainly fit the mold there of maybe players that have been slept on or got a chip on their shoulder. And you know, one thing about Cheryl Reed, man, she gonna bring it out and put a squad together. So it's a really nice situation. And I think you don't even have to comment on this, but I think if, like, if it were the Liberty and the. And the Links in the finals, I think you'd possibly be eligible to win a get a ring either way. But you thought so, my sister. Stay with a contender, but we shall see how the season plays out. You mentioned, though, you know Courtney and Natisha, but you've had a chance to learn from some very elite point guards when you were. I mean, that's part of the reason why you kind of had to wait your turn at the Liberty. Literally, you come in, and it's one of the legends of the league in Courtney Vandersloot this season. I know you were very close with Natasha Cloud, and she was whispering in your ear, even Sabrina. There's a lot to learn. Like, what did you take away from the chance to be that close to these types of star point guards?

[Jaylen Sherrod]

I just learned a lot. Each and every one of them presented something different just to go. I. I went down the list like, two months ago about what I learned for each one, but, like, school is more like a tactician type, like, how to get your shot off, how to slow down and desel and picking spots, picking angles off the board. Like, I just learned so much in terms of, like, how to work as a point guard in this league at my size from Sloop. Tash. I love Tash. You just kind of learn. Like, I think the biggest thing I learned from Tasha was off the court, honestly, is just be yourself, no matter what room you walk into. I think, you know, I tend to shy away from things, and Tasha is the total opposite. So being around somebody who is so proud and open and vulnerable with who she is and what she's about and the things she loves, it was just admiring to see especially a black woman in that space, too. It was admiring to see Sab was sad, man. Sav gets thrown so much that I think from her, I just learned to, like, weather the storm. I think people don't realize the. The outside pressure SAP put on herself, but then also her own pressure. Sab wants to win. She's so competitive. So just like, it was so many times I Would tell her, hey, bro, like, breathe, bro. You ain't got to carry the weight of the world on your shoulders. You know, you're human. So that. And then also I gotta throw MJ in there. Mj, My dog, man. I love Marie. Yeah, she's just a silent assassin. She don't say too much, but I ain't never seen somebody move like that at all. Like, the stuff you do is just crazy. Like, I remember one time I asked her, I was like, bro, did you really, like, grow up doing that? Because, I mean, most people, you know, you do the stuff that Marine do, they gonna be like, hey, bro, you're doing too much. So it's just like, bro, the fact that she, like, she practiced that, she works at it, she's comfortable at it, she's confident in it. It's like, hey, bro, I can't be mad at you. It's crazy. I, I, I just, I shake my head every time I see it. It's crazy. The stuff Maureen be doing.

[Roz Golden Woode]

That's actually funny. When I found out that Maureen Johannes is actually like, that's your dog. That's your, that was your peoples on the liberty. Can we expect to see a little one foot, two foot from you ever? Or that's just Maureen saying.

[Jaylen Sherrod]

Yeah, I told her, I said, I'll do one and then we can change, like, the speed. We can, we can swap it. So I maybe one day. Far future, though. No, no, near future. Far future. But I don't know. It's fine. I used to, like, mess with her and, like, get in her workouts and try to do it, bro. It's crazy, though. It's, it's literally like, now she's one on one.

[Roz Golden Woode]

Fisher, I'm gonna get you out on this because you are so many things. Jalen, you know, another cool part of your story is you have three degrees from Colorado. Am I correct in that? So take me through your degrees. Like, my, my question is, with all of the success you were having in ball in college and like, rebuilt re like, building this program up to success, what was fueling you to succeed in academics as well?

[Jaylen Sherrod]

Honestly, my mom instilled in me early. Like, you, you student first, athlete second. I was her MO. She was, you know, valedictorian. She was someone collide. My mom was all of that. So I kind of like, ain't had no choice. I had no choice, man. She was, she was gonna snatch ball away if I wasn't doing good at school. And I tell people all the time, like, I don't like, school, like, it's not that I like it. I'm just like, it's a blessing, but I'm just good at it. So I was like. I kind of like, I don't know. And I also think, like, growing up and looking back at it, it was a discipline thing. Like, it kept me disciplined. It kept me, you know, grounded. It taught me, like, prioritization and managing my priorities and knowing, like, okay, you can't go out to school and party if you got a pay per due the next day. You got an 8:00am class. But, yeah, I think, you know, my undergrad, I got it in three. And then my actual quote unquote, senior year, I got a master's in leadership. And then my fifth year, I did. Started the criminal justice, which I just finished, so it was cool. I actually, like, didn't know what to do with myself this whole summer without being in school. It was the first time I ever had where it was just ball and you go home like it was nothing else. I. I had no schoolwork. I ain't had no homework, so it was different. It took a lot of adjustment, but I actually got out, started hanging out with the team a lot more and doing things so I wasn't just sitting in the crib. But, yeah, it was an adjustment without school for sure. I'm actually taking a horse starting next week because I just. I couldn't. I don't know, bro. I missed school a little bit. So, yeah, this is one course, but it's not. It's nothing crazy.

[Roz Golden Woode]

Guess what? For someone who's like, I don't really like school like that. You like it.

[Jaylen Sherrod]

You.

[Roz Golden Woode]

You like. You like the drumming?

[Jaylen Sherrod]

I definitely like my program that I'm in right now that I was in. Yeah, just a criminal justice aspect, and, I don't know, it gives me something to do other than basketball.

[Roz Golden Woode]

Honestly, it's important to have something else that defines you as well and that you can pour into and, like, look at your life, girl. You just getting started. You are 23. You got three degrees. Shout out to mom. You're a WNBA champion. You only play for contenders. You are an inspiration to come full circle. It's no surprise you got that kind of reception when you came back to play against the Liberty at Barclays. And as a broadcaster who's seen you through college, it's just been a pleasure to watch you grow and blossom and just see your maturity.

[Jaylen Sherrod]

Thank you. I appreciate it.

[Roz Golden Woode]

Anytime. Thank you for making time. All right, guys, that's it for this episode of Good Follow show presented by DraftKings. Thanks for watching. Make sure that you subscribe, subscribe, comment, engage, follow the socials, all the things we drop every Tuesday and Thursday and we'll see you for the next one.