Just like in sports, life’s travels often take us down unknown highway that in the end result in victory. That’s the pathway of success for Macy Powell Tincher, a 2016 graduate of Durant High School where as a member of the Lady Lions softball teams found the foundation for happiness and success today as a mother and successful business partner with her husband, Jacob.
“Playing softball definitely helped shape me into the person I am today,” said Macy. “The benefit of hard work, the grind as well as camaraderie of my teammates are some of the values I rely upon today.
After playing second base her sophomore season, an injury to one of her teammates presented an opportunity to change positions that has helped her everyday since including earning All-State honors her senior season in 2015 and a college scholarship to play at Murray State College.
“When our catcher injured her arm, I literally begged my coach (Aaron Mullens) to let me to play catcher and he finally said yes. I didn’t know at the time what that would mean,” Macy recalled. “The overall experience taught me the value of discipline, how to be a team player as well as how to persevere through the tough times of everyday challenges as a mom of a 2-year old and wife.”
Flash forward to 2025 where Macy and Jacob, himself a standout football and basketball athlete at Vian High School, base their relationship on the united foundation of teamwork.
“We’ve both still have that competitive spirit that helps strengthen our relationship as husband and wife and now as parents,” Macy said with conviction. “It also helps us running our business together. We have to adjust to the daily circumstances working with people, doing things right and always try to meet their needs”
Jacob, who along with Macy own and operate DTC Barns and Buildings LLC, sees their combined efforts similar to that of being a coach.
“I’ve always believed you don’t ask others to do something you aren’t willing to do yourself. No matter what, put a smile on your face and with a positive attitude always give your best effort,” said Jacob. “That works for me and Macy. I know she’s going to give it her all and I’m the same way no matter if I’m building a barn or helping raise our son, Ridge, who as a 2-year old boy will certainly keep you on your toes.”
While the uniforms may have changed since wearing the red and blue colors at Durant High School, the will to win for Macy Powell Tincher remains the same.
“It’s all about teamwork. You win as a team; sometimes you lose as one and you hopefully learn what you need to do the next time,” said Macy.
