Should Vanderbilt be concerned about the Transfer Portal era? Plus March Madness with Max Schneider and Baseball

On Episode 25 of Live from West End, Max Schneider joins the studio to discuss Vanderbilt hoops and this weekend’s upcoming Final Four

Nikita Rohila

Tyrin Lawrence plays against UAB, as photographed on March 22, 2023. (Hustler Multimedia/Nikita Rohila)

By Aiden Rutman and Bryce Smith

Mar 28, 2023

On another exciting Episode of Live from West End, former Sports Editor Max Schneider joins Sports Editor Bryce Smith and Deputy Sports Editor Aiden Rutman to talk March Madness and Vanderbilt’s transfer portal updates. The trio discusses the changing landscape of college basketball and how that will effect head coach Jerry Stackhouse’s plans in the future. Bryce and Aiden also discuss the VandyBoys’ recent dominant victory over Mississippi State.

Further Reading

Offense explodes for 55 runs in 3 games as VandyBoys remain undefeated in SEC: The VandyBoys scored 55 runs over the weekend to sweep Mississippi State and improve to 6-0 in SEC play.

About the Contributors

Aiden Rutman, Sports Editor

Aiden Rutman (‘25) is a student in Peabody College majoring in human and organizational development and minoring in communication studies. He formerly produced The Hustler’s sports podcast, Live from West End. In addition to writing and podcasting, Aiden is an avid New York sports fan. He loves playing sports, spending time outdoors and trying new foods. You can reach him at [email protected].

Bryce Smith, Former Sports Editor

Bryce Smith ('23) is majoring in human and organizational development in Peabody College with a minor in business. Bryce previously wrote for SBNation before joining The Hustler. Hailing from Chicago, Bryce is a die-hard Bears and Cubs fan who is also hoping that the Bulls and Blackhawks may one day rekindle their dominance. He can be reached at [email protected].

Nikita Rohila, Senior Staff Photographer

Nikita Rohila ('25) is from a small town in Arkansas and is majoring in psychology and medicine, health and society in the College of Arts and Science. She previously served as Deputy Photography Editor. During her free time, she enjoys roaming around the city and getting cinematic-style shots for her photography account. You can reach her at [email protected].

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