Virginia Finster went from being a young single mother of two, wondering what her next step was to becoming an ambassador for online education and a true story of success. Her determination and grit represent all we strive to be as Red Raiders.

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Judith Johnson is wrecking the idea of retirement.

The 65-year-old Texas Tech student is studying music after retiring from a career in nursing. In fact, she's now become the oldest member to ever play in the Goin' Band from Raiderland. This trailblazer is not fazed by marching alongside students who could be her grandchildren – she’s actually quite composed.

“I’ve learned I can do anything,” Johnson says. “It’s my mind that tells me I can or can’t do something, not my age.”

Watch Judith's story on our Texas Tech YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/0bYP-UIOqWw

As Texas Tech head football coach Joey McGuire enters his fourth season at the helm of the Red Raider program, he sits down with Taylor Peters on the latest episode of Fearless Unscripted.

The two talk about The Brand, supporting the players, what the Lubbock community means to him, the pressure of a new season and much more.

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Introduction

:32 Women Behind the Brand and using it to support One Voice, a non-profit founded by Josh and Taylor Abbott.

3:24 what Joey and his wife, Debbie love about Lubbock and the people that make it their home.

6:28 Navigating the changing world of college athletics and how he keeps his staff and players focused.

9:27 How coach encourages and supports the student-athletes in a world of growing pressure including NIL deals.

14:23 Getting to celebrate an appearance in the national championship with Texas Tech Softball in the spring.

16:54 What his wife, Debbie, offers the program and the support she provides to the student-athletes.

21:48 Success stories from student-athletes that stick with coach and still make him emotional.

27:41 What makes coach most excited heading into the season.