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Rocky Elam on Why He’s Transferring & Where He's Headed

Published April 8th, 2025 by Justin Basch

Rocky Elam is a 4x All-American with 5th, 4th, 3rd and 6th place finishes at NCAA's. He has spent his whole career at Missouri but will be transferring for his final year of eligibility. Today he joins me on the show to talk about where he’s transferring and why.

01:00 - Injuries from last year
06:30 - The Decision to Transfer
08:00 - How NIL Factored In
09:40 - The Decision to Transfer
12:30 - Call From David Carr
14:15 - Approaching a New Room & System
16:30 - Zach Headed to Rutgers
17:45 - Transitioning Within The Big 12
19:15 - Plans for Freestyle & LA 2028
21:30 - Reflecting on Time at Mizzou

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