How Is The Transfer Portal Changing Softball Recruiting? | UMass Coach Danielle Henderson

The transfer portal has changed college softball recruiting, but what does that mean for high school athletes? In this interview, UMass softball coach Danielle Henderson discusses recruiting timelines, NIL, roster spots, transfer decisions, and what today's recruits should know as they navigate the recruiting process. Henderson is a three-time All-American, Olympic gold medalist, UMass Hall of Famer, and one of the most accomplished figures in college softball. Read the full article on 2aDays.com. CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction 01:00 How the transfer portal changed recruiting 03:15 Are high school athletes being overlooked? 04:45 NIL's impact on softball recruiting 07:00 What recruits should know about roster spots 08:25 Common transfer portal mistakes 11:00 Advice for athletes considering the portal 12:45 Fun question with Coach Henderson