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From Little League coach to major league manager. Sounds like a Disney movie, right?
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.
From Little League coach to major league manager. Sounds like a Disney movie, right?
Baseball blogger Lisa Swan explores the role of faith both in her own athletic pursuits and those of the professional ballplayers she cheers for. Read Lisa’s story!
A young baseball fan who is deaf received a delightful surprise when he approached the mascot of his favorite team.
The greatest closer in baseball history takes no credit for his success. His magical cutter, says Mariano Rivera, was a gift from God.
Before the New England Patriots and the Seattle Seahawks battle it out on the field, get to know the players doing inspiring work off the turf.
Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Clayton Kershaw just won two big awards in his sport, but it’s his work off the field that’s truly inspiring.
Frank Burke gave back the home-run ball that put the San Francisco Giants in the World Series but he got something even more special in return.
Tennis great Serena Williams, a 23-time singles champion in Grand Slam events, relies on prayer during matches.
Masters champ Bubba Watson discusses following Christ and mentoring his son.
New York Yankees first baseman Mark Teixeira talks about faith and family.
Gus Kenworthy, silver medalist in slopestyle skiing, shares words that have inspired him.
The Winter Games helped spark my career–and created an indelible memory.