The man most responsible for Juniata's “Legacy of Seven"

Juniata Men's Basketball Show

When Tom returns from an Ocean City vacation, the fellas can't help but reminisce on their questionable choices in beach hotels. Has anyone else called the the Plim Plaza or Monticello home for the week?
Curious about what goes into scouting and recruiting at summer basketball tournament? We break down the ins and outs of attending basketball showcases around the region, including dodging parking fees at Spooky Nook.'
And most importantly, don't miss our engaging conversation with Neil Rager, a proud Juniata basketball alumnus and now the Associate Director for Counseling, Eligibility, and Compliance at Penn State Athletics. Neil opens up about his journey from a small high school to a supportive college environment, his roles within the basketball team, his impact in recruting and his successful career at Penn State. We also explore the evolving landscape of college athletics, the impact of the transfer portal and the key to fencing.
Tune in for a mix of nostalgic stories, recruiting insights, and expert perspectives on the future of college sports. 🦅 It's all happening on the Juniata Men's Basketball Show, brought to you by Merrick Creative, @juniataeagles, @JostensInc and @Eat.4.Free and hosted by Tom Frank, Drew Besket, and Juniata Men's Basketball Head Coach, Greg Curley.

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1. Juniata Men's Basketball Show Interview (00:00:00)

2. Scouting and Recruiting at Tournaments (00:05:01)

3. Neil Rager's Basketball Journey (00:12:06)

4. Basketball Recruiting Process and Strategies (00:24:48)

5. Comparing Teams and Supporting Sports (00:27:55)

6. Navigating College Athletics and Transfer Portal (00:32:40)

7. The Future of College Athletics (00:39:17)

8. Understanding Fencing and Basketball Growth (00:45:05)

9. Legacy and Impact in College Athletics (00:48:30)