This episode of The Starting Lineup brings a little bit of everything, but it starts with a conversation worth your time. Anne Cain joins the show to talk through her path from Glendale standout to All-American at Georgia, and now one of the top instructors in the game. It highlights how her perspective has evolved, and what still matters most when it comes to developing players today.

From there, the focus shifts to football, where Fernando Mendoza is starting to turn serious heads after a standout Pro Day at Indiana. It highlights how preparation, physical development, and timing all come together in the draft process, and why his name is gaining traction fast. There’s also a quick check-in on Puka Nacua and a look ahead to a deeper basketball conversation, as the show continues to connect the biggest storylines across the sports world.