06/23/2026
It's GO BLUE HOOPS Episode 38! Dusty says goodbye and Tim McCormick has thoughts on it - and so does special guest Roddy Gayle Jr.!
NCAA champion Roddy Gayle Jr. joins Go Blue Hoops for a timely and powerful conversation about his journey from Niagara Falls to college basketball glory, his move from Ohio State to Michigan, and his reaction to the stunning news of Dusty May leaving Michigan.
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In this episode, Roddy opens up about the shock of hearing Coach May was leaving, what that kind of coaching change feels like from a player’s perspective, and how athletes learn to adapt when the future of a program suddenly shifts. He also reflects on why he chose Michigan, how relationships shaped his decision, and what it meant to be part of a championship-level culture.
Roddy also discusses Michigan’s NCAA Tournament run, his mindset of playing with no regrets, and the importance of understanding your role on a winning team. From coming off the bench to staying mentally ready, he breaks down how sacrifice, resilience, and trust helped him grow as both a player and teammate.
We also dive into Roddy’s NBA Draft outlook, the support system that carried him from Niagara Falls to the national stage, and why family, community, and team chemistry are so important in today’s college basketball landscape.
If you follow Michigan Basketball, Roddy Gayle Jr., Dusty May, the NBA Draft, or the changing world of college basketball, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.
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