Welcome back to a brand-new episode of The Coop with Olivia Thompson!

This week, South Carolina Gamecocks' standout point guard and national champion, Destanni Henderson, joins the conversation to share her remarkable journey from Fort Myers, Florida, to leading USC to NCAA glory. Destanni opens up about her time with the Gamecocks, the challenges of adapting to new roles, and the mindset that drove her to the top of college basketball. She reflects on pivotal moments, including her unforgettable career-high performance in the national championship game, and gives a behind-the-scenes look at her life as a professional athlete overseas and in the WNBA.

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CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

02:54 - Welcome Destanni Henderson

04:03 - Destanni's Physical Changes Since College

05:49 - Destanni's International Experience

09:15 - Reuniting with Zia Cooke

11:17 - A Day in Destanni's Life

15:20 - Dawn Staley's Career Preparation

15:38 - Early Basketball Journey

17:32 - Realizing Basketball Talent

23:04 - Freshman Year Experience

31:12 - Impact of NIL on Destanni's Brand

34:00 - Senior Season

41:21 - Draft Night Experience

42:32 - Best Career Advice Received

43:27 - Alternate Career Paths

45:20 - Future Aspirations

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