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A new era of Mary Baldwin men's basketball begins!
In this episode of the District 2 Sports Podcast, we sit down with newly appointed Head Men's Basketball Coach Nate Smith to discuss his journey to Mary Baldwin University and his vision for the future of the Fighting Squirrels basketball program.
Coach Smith shares his coaching philosophy, the culture he plans to build, his approach to recruiting and player development, and what excites him most about leading the program. We also talk about the challenges and opportunities that come with taking over a college basketball program and what fans can expect in the years ahead.
Whether you're a Mary Baldwin supporter, a college basketball fan, or simply enjoy hearing the stories behind the coaches shaping today's student-athletes, this conversation offers an inside look at the beginning of an exciting new chapter.
Thank you to Coach Nate Smith for joining us, and thank you to Mary Baldwin University for helping make this interview possible.
Photo courtesy of Mary Baldwin University.
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"A New Era Begins with Mary Baldwin's Nate Smith" is an episode of District 2 Sports Podcast. Runtime 1 hr 6 min. Published June 25, 2026. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.