
Storytellers with Darren Leach
Since I was a kid, I’ve been fascinated by stories—not just the 'what,' but the 'how.' How lives change, how moments unfold. I realized the answers aren’t always in books—they’re with people. That’s why I started this show: to uncover the extraordinary in the everyday, one story at a time.
Storytellers with Darren Leach
Shelley Collier
In this episode, we dive into the inspiring journey of Shelley Sexton Collier, a standout athlete from Lake City, Tennessee, whose love for basketball led her to the pinnacle of collegiate success. Shelley shares her experience playing under the legendary Pat Summitt at the University of Tennessee, where she helped lead the Lady Vols to a national championship. We explore her high school stardom, her impact on the court during one of UT’s most dominant eras, and what it was like being part of a powerhouse program that changed the landscape of women's basketball forever.