Archive for 'Sports Moments'
A Test of Integrity in Sports
J.P. Hayes is a professional golfer who was trying to redeem his tour status in the 2009 PGA Qualifier this month. During the second stage of the qualifier, Hayes discovered that on one hole, he mistakenly used a Titleist prototype golf ball not approved for competition by the United States Golf Association. What’s the big [...]
Full StoryUCLA plays my Alma Mater
Last night at Pauley Pavilion, the home of the UCLA Bruins, my Alma Mater, California Baptist University, played an exhibition basketball game. CBU is ranked 5th in the nation this year (NAIA), and UCLA, who needs no introduction, is one of the elite programs in Division I Basketball (NCAA). CBU ended up losing by a [...]
Full StoryTeam Hoyt: Father and Son Inspiration
I came across this story yesterday that has to be one of the most inspirational sports moments ever. Trust me, you want to take the time to watch this story. If you don’t have time, then save it and watch it later. It is truly inspiring! Have you heard of Ironman? It’s the race that [...]
Full StoryWhite Men Can Jump
Ladies and Gentlemen… introducing a white boy that can jump… Aaron Proffitt! This is the real deal. We were former teammates and roommates in college. Aaron is not on steroids, HGH, or any other performance enhancing drugs. God has just gifted him with some serious hops. I wish I had some. Anyways, enjoy the show.
Full StorySports Moments to Add to the List
Thanks to all of you who added your Greatest/Favorite Sports Moment. @caddiedchaplain added “The Dunk” by John Starks on the baseline over the Chicago Bulls. @bigdaddyjer added the World Series home run by the Dodgers Kirk Gibson who came off the DL to do it. @Vince added “The Look” by Lance Armstrong at the Tour [...]
Full StoryGreatest Sports Moments Contest
Over at the blog, The Blazing Center, there is a contest going on to celebrate the release of a new book called, Game Day for the Glory of God. To enter the contest you must submit your favorite sports moment in history. Here is the deal (as posted on The Blazing Center): * You, the [...]
Full StorySports Moments That Inspire
After reading a post by Claude, discussing if sports and politics mix and if sports transcend into real life inspiration, I was prompted to give a response. Historically, there are a few sports moments that stand out. 1. Jesse Owen Jessie Owens, in the 1936 Berlin Olympics, excelled in track and also impacted the political [...]
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John Garner
John Wooden
Ron Harvey
Stuart Weir
Tony Dungy
