In this episode of Poured & Unfiltered, we’re taking it back to where it all began. From meeting in 2018—when Tay was a junior in college and Becky was stepping into her first season coaching—to navigating the unique (and sometimes complicated) dynamic of athlete-to-coach… this story has layers.

We’re unpacking the early days, the transition from athlete-to-coach to eventually coach-to-coach, and what it looked like getting to know each other during some of the most chaotic seasons of life. From long days in the gym to growing through pressure, expectations, and big career moments—this journey has been anything but ordinary.

We also dive into Tay’s evolution into a head coach at Long Island University—what that transition looked like, the challenges that came with stepping into leadership so early, and the pride that comes with building something of your own. From athlete to leading a program, it’s a full-circle moment that we’ve all had a front row seat to.

And of course, Marcus has been part of the story from the very beginning—building relationships with Tay and her family long before everything evolved into what it is today. From sitting with her parents at meets to coaching alongside each other, those connections run deep.

From shared sidelines and competitions to unexpected moments that brought us closer, this episode is full of real, unfiltered memories, a little chaos, and a lot of growth.

Pour yourself a drink and come hang with us—this one is personal. 🥂