Episode 20 - Mike Walker - Far Beyond the Court

In Episode 20, we sit down with Lloyd Basketball's head coach, Mike Walker, a Dayton, OH native who has navigated the challenges of coaching through unprecedented times. From coaching middle school to high school to coaching collegiately, Mike now has five years under his belt as HC. Mike reflects on his tumultuous first year during COVID-19, the emotional rollercoaster of those early seasons, and the unsung support of his wife, Brittany.
In this candid conversation, Mike opens up about being one of the first African-American head coaches in the 9th region of Northern Kentucky. He shares his experiences as the only minority in his inaugural season and discusses the importance of diversity within the Erlanger-Elsmere School District.
From his unique way of destressing with cooking shows and video games to his passion for creating "Hawk Sauce," a proprietary barbecue blend, Mike reveals the man behind the coach. Tune in for an unfiltered look at the highs and lows of coaching, the fight for representation, and the personal journey that shapes his leadership today.