Virginia University of Lynchburg Athletics

In the 2025-2026 season, Coach Pamela Walker completed her inaugural collegiate coaching season as Head Coach, leading a team of 9 new recruits and no returning players to the program's highest win record at Virginia University of Lynchburg. Under her guidance, the VUL women's basketball team rose in the national rankings, and the Lady Dragons made school history during the 2025-2026 NCCAA South Regional tournament by securing the program's first semi-final win and its first Finals appearance. Notably, point guard Lovely Tua Link ranked nationally in the top 25 in scoring for NCCAA, while standout player Princess Akojenu ranked in the top 3 in the country in rebounding and top 5 in field goal percentage for NCCAA. In another historical first, Akojenu and Tua-Link were named to 1st and 2nd team all-conference respectively; marking the first time in program history for a first team
selection.

With 27 seasons of coaching experience, Walker begins her 2nd season as head women's basketball coach at Virginia University of Lynchburg. Prior to her collegiate coaching career, Walker led Thomas Dale to a 45-6 record, a perfect conference record, and a 6A regional title. During her tenure, Walker led the team to signature wins over Vanderbilt-bound Mikayla Blake and nationally ranked New Jersey Prep. Walker also led the team to national recognition, earning rankings as high as #7 by ESPN HoopGurlz, Sports Illustrated, and Max Preps. She coached highly sought-after basketball phenom Nylah Wilson, ESPN #27 in the nation. Previously, Walker led Richmond Christian to a State #1 ranking in VISAA and a State Championship title. Also earning back to back State Coach of year '19, '20 as well as conference COY honors. Walker compiled an impressive 493-97 coaching record while coaching
several D1 prospects. A military spouse, Walker has also coached internationally, including stints in Sardinia, Italy, and Japan. Walker will be inducted into the 2025 class of the Virginia Ole School Legends Hall of Fame as a player and coach. She earned her bachelor's, master's degree, and post-grad credentials from Liberty University. And also serves on faculty as a Psychology Instructor. Walker is married to retired Command Master Chief Allen Walker and is a mother of three.