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LaKisha Williams - H.S. Track and Field coach on grieving the loss of her husband, overcoming fear and being a relatable coach

LaKisha Williams - H.S. Track and Field coach on grieving the loss of her husband, overcoming fear and being a relatable coach

FromSports Spectrum Podcast


LaKisha Williams - H.S. Track and Field coach on grieving the loss of her husband, overcoming fear and being a relatable coach

FromSports Spectrum Podcast

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Length:
39 minutes
Released:
Jul 5, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

LaKisha Williams is a track and field coach at Porter Ridge High School in North Carolina. In college, she was a track athlete at Kent State where she met her future husband, Jason Williams. Together, they opened a bakery in 2012 and partnered with the LeBron James Foundation to create a "Just a Kid from Akron" cherry cola cupcake.
She is currently coaching 250 track athletes at Porter Ridge and working with an additional 170 athletes at the Charlotte Heat Track Club.
Today on the podcast, LaKisha Williams shares about her background as a Division I track athlete and her love for coaching. She also opens up about the sudden passing of her husband and how she relied on her faith in Jesus to navigate through grief. LaKesha emphasizes the importance of trusting God and tackling difficult moments with the Lord's guidance. She also highlights the support and encouragement she received from others during her journey.

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Released:
Jul 5, 2024
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Hosted by former ESPN Senior Producer Jason Romano, Sports Spectrum is an interview driven podcast that features stories on the intersection of faith and sports.