Olympians Turn the Page: Christian Brown Steps In to Lead Columbus East Baseball

The Columbus East baseball program is entering a new chapter, and the man writing the lineup card is no stranger to winning seasons. Christian Brown has been named the new head coach of the Olympians, bringing a championship résumé, a high-energy approach, and a passion for building both players and programs.

Brown’s coaching career has been built on versatility and success. His early days were spent at Beech Grove High School, where he took on multiple hats — leading the JV squad, assisting the varsity, and sharpening the skills of both outfielders and catchers. His most recent stop was at Indianapolis Lutheran, where his impact was felt in two sports. On the football field, he helped guide the Saints to a pair of state titles and a semi-state berth. On the baseball diamond, his fingerprints were all over a program that reached the semi-state final in 2024 before capturing the school’s first-ever state championship in 2025.

Now, Brown is trading Saints green for Olympian orange, and his mission is clear — keep East baseball swinging for the fences while strengthening its foundation for years to come. His immediate priorities include building trust with returning players, especially the upperclassmen, and installing a high-pressure style that emphasizes aggressive baserunning and consistent, quality at-bats. It’s a game plan designed to keep opponents off balance and the scoreboard operator busy.

But Brown’s ambitions extend well beyond this season’s stat sheet. His long-term vision focuses on program-wide growth — developing not only talented players but also the next generation of coaches. He plans to anchor the culture in accountability, leadership, and community connection, creating a program that excels as much in the classroom and the community as it does between the foul lines.

Community involvement will be a hallmark of Brown’s tenure. From youth baseball camps to local service projects, he intends for the Olympian program to be a visible and positive force in Columbus year-round. He knows the power of a strong baseball tradition and believes that when players feel connected to their town, they play with an extra gear of passion and pride.

Brown’s coaching style blends high energy with open communication, making it clear he’s ready to go to bat for his players while challenging them to compete at their highest level. With deep personal roots in Columbus and a family eager to be part of the community — including his wife Abby and young son Roman, who has already taken his first swings in T-ball — Brown isn’t just coming to coach. He’s coming to build a legacy.

The Columbus East athletic department believes Brown is the right leader to guide the Olympians into a new era, one where the program continues its proud tradition and aims for even greater heights. As spring approaches, one thing is certain — the Olympians’ dugout will be full of energy, their style will be full of swagger, and the diamond will once again be a stage where East’s pride shines brightest.