Transfer Portal Chaos & Winning Advice on Being Recruited for Baseball (Gavin Oswald, North Alabama, Alumni Interview #15)
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Dive into the Rawlings Tigers podcast featuring Gavin Oswald, a University of North Alabama pitcher and St. Louis native, as he shares his gripping journey through college baseball. In this episode, Gavin reveals how he navigated the chaotic COVID-era recruiting process, survived multiple transfers—from junior college to Oklahoma, Wichita State, and North Alabama—and mastered the transfer portal’s high-pressure timeline. Get insider tips on decoding coach conversations, building authentic relationships, and staying in Division I baseball despite setbacks. Learn why Gavin credits his Rawlings Tigers roots for his grit and how his advice can help young athletes facing today’s recruiting challenges. Perfect for baseball players, parents, and coaches!Notes:Timestamp Highlights: 00:01:12 – Intro to Gavin’s COVID-era recruiting journey00:14:24 – Gavin’s transfer saga: Oklahoma, Wichita State, North Alabama00:50:10 – Decoding coach conversations and navigating the transfer portal01:10:56 – Advice for high school athletes on staying visible and trusting the processLike, subscribe, and hit the bell for more Rawlings Tigers stories! Share your recruiting questions in the comments, and check out rawlingstigers.com. Follow Gavin on Twitter (@GavinOswald6) for updates.























