Stories About Sports

Inspiring sports stories are about so much more than winning a game. The best sports stories highlight courage, teamwork, perseverance, and resilience. When undertaken with grace, humility, and skill, sports can be a source of uplift and joy.

What Prayer Can Do: On Air

By Mike Emrick2 min read

Sportscaster Mike Emrick shares an inspiring story about one of his best on-air moments.

Ron Blomberg learned to have faith and patience in career

The Power of Patience

By Ron Blomberg6 min read

He was tired of waiting for his career to take off. But he learned to be patient and have faith that his time would come.

John Wooden's success inspired his players

The Pyramid of Success

By Andre McCarter8 min read

Basketball coaching legend John Wooden led UCLA to 10 national championships, a success that earned him the Presidential Medal of Freedom.

Ron Santo, during his playing days with the Cubs

Ron Santo’s Secret on the Field

By Ron Santo8 min read

The inspiring story behind his struggle with diabetes—and letting his teammates know the truth.

Torii Hunter's inspiring story of making his dream come true

Torii Hunter’s Baseball Dream

By Louis Berney5 min read

The Angels center fielder knows what it's like to take on a challenge. But his inspiring story proves your dreams are possible.

A Gold Medal in Positive Thinking

By Norman Vincent Peale3 min read

Runner Wilma Rudolph credits faith and positive thinking for her history-making gold medals at the 1960 Olympics.

Mom’s Determination

By Tiki Barber7 min read

Former football star Tiki Barber tells the inspiring story of how his mom’s example has allowed him to live an amazing life.

Bobby Murcer’s Return to Yankee Stadium

By Bobby Murcer8 min read

His faith had stayed strong though his treatments. And when he walked back into the ballpark, this announcer truly felt God’s love.

Businessman and former heavyweight champ George Foreman

Guideposts Classics: George Foreman on Overcoming Adversity

By George Foreman8 min read

In this story from October 2007, former heavyweight champion George Foreman shares how his search for God showed him that faith and hope can help you through any challenge.