Ep. 42 - Building SBU's Beach Volleyball Program and Its Christ-Centered Culture, with Coach Paityn Walker

Summary In this episode of the Unapologetic Podcast, hosts Jonathon Woodyard and Brandt Merritt welcome Paityn Walker, the new beach volleyball coach at SBU. They discuss Paityn's journey to SBU, the role of faith in sports, and the challenges of building a beach volleyball program in the Midwest. The conversation also touches on the impact of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes on campus and the importance of developing a supportive community for student-athletes. Chapters 00:00 Introductions 02:22 Halloween Memories and Traditions 05:13 Paityn's Journey to SBU and Beach Volleyball Coaching 11:14 The Role of Faith in Sports and Coaching 16:51 Building a Beach Volleyball Program in the Midwest 23:05 Fellowship of Christian Athletes and Community Impact 28:48 Looking Ahead: Competition and Team Dynamics