Archive for 'Sports'
The Unauthorized Story of Nike
In college, a book on the shelf of one of my Kinesiology professors caught my attention. That book was entitled, Swoosh: The Unauthorized Story of Nike and the Men Who Played There. What is intriguing about this book is that it was the first book about the inside story of Nike, Inc., told by it’s [...]
Full StoryVerité Sport
Verité Sport, an international sports ministry, exists to promote a Christian presence in sport, to take the teachings of the Bible and to apply them to sport. While Verité Sport is a new missionary organization based in Oxford, England, its Executive Director, Stuart Weir, has been involved in Sports ministry for over 25 years. The [...]
Full StoryThe Street Stops Here // Documentary
The Street Stops Here brings to film a story previously written in the book, “The Miracle of St. Anthony.” (Update: The film is not based on the book, but takes a fresh look at Coach Bob Hurley, Sr, a new team, and a new season). I really enjoyed the book and was inspired to make [...]
Full StoryTiger Woods, Athletes, and Atonement
I tuned into the highly anticipated Tiger Woods public statement broadcast yesterday. While I believe the overall message was sincere and a step in a positive direction for Woods, there was an initial statement that stood out to me, that could of easily been overheard, that really exposes the heart of the issue. Tiger said [...]
Full StoryTop 25 Most Influential Christian Sports Figures // Sports Spectrum
Sports Spectrum, a Christian sports magazine, is creating a Silver Anniversary book of the TOP 25 MOST INFLUENTIAL CHRISTIAN SPORTS FIGURES who have appeared in Sports Spectrum over the last 25 years. You can VOTE NOW through Feb 28 for who appears in the book. There are 101 nominees to pick from. As I took [...]
Full StoryImpact a Life // Coach a Sport
I have many memories of my coaches through the years playing sports. Some good and some bad. However, as I have now been through the process of organizing a high school basketball league, Baller Basketball, and sought after quality volunteer coaches, as well as coaching a team myself, I am reminded of the impact a [...]
Full StoryCreative Originality and Christians
Phil Cooke, a writer, speaker, filmmaker, & media consultant, posted on an interesting topic, “Why Can’t Christians Be More Orginial?” The post stemmed from a USA Today online article that discusses the copying of designs and logos from some in the Christian industry. An excerpt from the article states: “American retailers sell about $4.6 billion [...]
Full StoryBaller Basketball
Baller Basketball, a division of Baller Athletics, is set to launch a high school league at Crestwood Baptist Church, Kentucky. Baller Basketball is dedicated to cultivating the player and the game. Guiding Principles // Be a player of character. Be a player that works hard. Be a team player. Be a player that respects the [...]
Full StoryKurt Warner // ProBook 09
After following Sports Spectrum, a magazine covering sports and faith, on Twitter, I received a direct message informing me that I was the winner of a ProBook 2009 Booklet, featuring Kurt Warner, giveaway. The booklet features a cover story on Kurt Warner of the Arizona Cardinals and it contains a 2009 pro football schedule, personal [...]
Full StoryVote For Us // Back Your Block Grant Nomination
A few posts back, I announced a grant opportunity for 501(c)(3) sports organizations in connection with Nike Back Your Block. Below is a video promo of the program. As I mentioned previously, I was hoping to apply for this grant, but needed to hear back from the IRS before applying. Well, I am excited to [...]
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John Garner
John Wooden
Ron Harvey
Stuart Weir
Tony Dungy
