From The Press Box: ETBU AD Ryan Erwin on NCAA Regionals, Program Growth & Christ-Centered Athletics

Championship season has arrived at East Texas Baptist University. ⚾🥎🔥 On this special edition of From The Press Box, we’re joined by Ryan Erwin, Senior Vice President for Campus Life and Director of Athletics at ETBU. As the university prepares to host NCAA Division III Regionals in both baseball and softball, Ryan shares a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to build a nationally respected athletic department. 🎯 Topics include: Hosting NCAA postseason events in Marshall, Texas Growth of ETBU athletics from 300 to 750+ student-athletes Facility upgrades and national recognition The logistics of hosting simultaneous regionals 💭 We also discuss: Building a Christ-centered athletic culture The role of discipleship within ETBU athletics Recruiting student-athletes who fit the university mission Why ETBU continues to rise on the national stage From championship softball and baseball to leadership, faith, and community impact, this conversation highlights what makes ETBU athletics unique. #FromThePressBox #ETBU #CollegeBaseball #CollegeSoftball #NCAAD3 #EastTexasSports #ChristianAthletics #SportsPodcast #Faith