Two Tarheels

Introducing Luke Edwards!

Luke is a senior and a former member of the Tarheels men’s golf team! Luke was recruited by UNC out of high school and was a member of the golf team for his first three semesters at UNC. However, Luke’s athletic journey came to a halt when he decided to give up collegiate golf to pursue Christ. 

In this episode, he discusses the joys of college golf – the pain in letting it go – and the fulfillment he feels now in Christ.

Luke and I met at the Study Center here at UNC-Chapel Hill. Upon hearing about his story I immediately knew I wanted to get him on the podcast. Luke shares how his four-year college experience has turned out to be his testimony.

Introducing Mary Kathryn Harrah or Mkay!

Mkay is a former UNC field hockey goalie and a National Champ! Mkay played field hockey for UNC all four years until she graduated in 2019. Her final season with UNC ended in a National Championship as well as an undefeated record! Mkay is still a Chapel Hill regular – now on staff at the UNC Study Center!

In this episode, Mkay looks back on her time at UNC. She shares the joys and struggles of being a student-athlete for four years. She also dives into the wonderful world of Christian ministries here at UNC. As an athlete, she was heavily involved with Athletes in Action and is still helping ministries on campus!

Mkay was one of the first people I met in North Carolina and it was so much fun hearing her story! Her faith is so genuine and authentic which made this so enjoyable. This episode has great advice for athletes but also for college students as a whole!

Introducing Tyler Collins!

Tyler is a first-year member of the UNC Track and Field team, specializing in high jump. As a high schooler, she was the #1 ranked high jumper in North Carolina and was ranked 7th nationally. She was also an All-American as well as the New Balance Nationals Outdoor Champion. 

In this episode, Tyler unpacks her journey to becoming a top athlete in her field in the span of just 2 years. She shares about her mindset and training that has propelled her to new heights. She also gives us an inside look into what it’s like to balance college life with athletics. 

Tyler is such an amazing individual and it was a joy to chat with her!

Wyatt Mcgovern is an NCAA Division 1 golfer for Columbia University. He was a Varsity golfer all four years in high school, 2019 San Mateo Daily Journal Boys Golfer of The Year, two-time first-team All Peninsula Athletic League Selection, and a valedictorian in 2021 at Burlingame High School. 

Wyatt is an extremely hard-working individual and a great role model for younger athletes and students. I could sit here and list dozens of adjectives that describe his phenomenal character as a man. He is someone I personally have always looked up to on and off the golf course. Wyatt's steely-eyed determination and focus helped earn him a spot to play golf at Columbia University. He excelled his first year there as a freshman and was rewarded with a chance to qualify for the Genesis Invitational in Los Angeles.  

In this episode, Wyatt and I dive deep into what it's like to be a student-athlete, the difficulties of trying to be recruited during covid, and also some ways you could improve your golf game.  

Josh Mankiewicz is a former media reporter for stations such as KCAL, 7 News, and ABC News. Currently, he is a reporter for NBC's Dateline which has been on the air for over 30 Seasons.

Josh has been reporting for NBC Dateline since 1995 and has only gotten better with time. He is a  true professional in all areas. Josh has so much experience in the media world and is able to share his thoughts on some of the pros and cons of media. 

In this episode, Josh dives deep into what makes Dateline so special as well as why he has stayed for so long. Though Josh also breaks down all sorts of topics from the Oscars to his childhood. 

Calvin Knapp is a Division 1 football player and shot-put thrower for the Utah State Aggies. He has performed at every level including high school, Division 2, JUCO, and now NCAA Division 1.

He earned second-team all-conference honors as a defensive lineman as a prep senior at Germantown High School in Jackson, Wisconsin... During his senior season, he led the conference with 8.5 sacks... Was also a state qualifier on the track & field team.   

Calvin is the definition of the statement "What if." He has learned to silence the nay-sayers and ask himself "What if." "What if I switch position and put in 110 percent'" "What if I transfer schools and lose my scholarship for a better opportunity," "What if I wake up at 4 am everyday." Calvin has embraced this mindset and it has helped succeed at every level. Day-by-day he is proving all his doubters wrong and is enjoying doing so. 

In this podcast Calvin talks about the hardworking it took to get where he is today. He also covers other topics including: Covid-19, The Utah State Aggies, The Jimmy Kimmel Bowl, Shot-Put, and so much more. 

Thomas Lee is a NCAA Division 1 football player at California Polytechnic State University. 

Thomas is not supposed to be where he is today. His story is so outlandish many would think it is fake. He is a former failed soccer player who didn't pick up football until his Sophomore Year of COLLEGE. Though was able to take advantage of Covid lockdown, and with a dedicated work ethic he is now a Division 1 Punter for Cal Poly. 

In this podcast Thomas talks about his unique journey to Division 1 football. He also covers other topics including: Kicking technique, Day in a life of a student athlete, and also the GEAR!