Ryan walker is entering his third season as Head Coach of the Ohio Christian University men’s soccer program.
A 2018 graduate of Kentucky Christian University, Walker earned a bachelor’s degree in Business Management with a minor in Ministry. He was a four-year member of the Knights men’s soccer program from 2014–2017 and established himself as one of the most accomplished players in program history.
During his collegiate career, Walker earned numerous honors, including:
- NCCAA/USC First Team All-American (2015, 2016, 2017)
- NCCAA/USC Scholar-Athlete (2016, 2017)
- NCCAA National All-Tournament Team (2015)
- NCCAA National Defensive Player of the Week (three-time recipient)
- NCCAA Mideast Region Champion (2015, 2017)
In 2017, Walker received the prestigious Kyle Rote Jr. Award, presented annually to the outstanding NCCAA Division I and II men’s soccer player who exemplifies Christian character, athletic excellence, and the mission of Christian higher education through competition and service.
Following his playing career, Walker joined the Kentucky Christian coaching staff as an assistant coach in 2018. That season, the Knights captured the NCCAA Mideast Region Championship and advanced to the NCCAA Division II National Championship match, finishing as national runners-up.
In recognition of his remarkable playing career, Walker became the 20th athlete—and the first men’s soccer player—in Kentucky Christian University history to have his jersey retired in 2019.
Since arriving at Ohio Christian University, Walker has guided the Trailblazers to new heights, including the program’s first-ever appearance in the NCCAA Division I National Championship and a return to the NCCAA National Tournament for the first time in more than a decade.
Walker resides in Grove City with his wife, Bailey, a member of the Ohio Christian University women’s volleyball staff, and their daughter, Ruth.
