For the most part, all of these answers apply, EXCEPT lying. Since the employer/employee comparison has been made. It is logical for most employers to call and "check references". TR is correct in that many (if not most) college coaches make that phone call. Lying would be ill advised. It all depends on the "personal reasons" (which should be kept private, and not discussed here!). Just as with old employers, you definitely don't want to leave them any room to give you a "bad reference". Find out the legally "correct" way (NCAA) to transfer,weigh the pros & cons of leaving, ask for transfer in a civil, business-like way, Evaluate EVERYTHING to make sure you make the best decision/choice to assure that the "personal reasons" to not re-occur. Hopefully you should then be able to go have fun, work hard and play baseball!