Goal
Being a champion is not easy. If it were easy, we’d all be champions. True champions do not just “rise to the occasion.” In actuality, their hard work meets the opportunity to succeed. When the competitor pays the price of practice, preparation and persistence, a champion is made. Here we discover the disciplines that define the champion, not just success in the contest but significance in a life of victory.

Key Scriptures
I Timothy 4:7-8; Acts 17:10; 2 Corinthians 2:11; Joshua 1:6-8; Psalms 119:9-11

Warm Up

Key Verse:

Therefore, God's chosen ones, holy and loved, put on heartfelt compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience, accepting one another and forgiving one another if anyone has a complaint against another. Just as the Lord has forgiven you, so also you must [forgive]. Above all, [put on] love—the perfect bond of unity.  
Colossians 3:12-14

Key Verse:

Truthful lips endure forever, but a lying tongue, only a moment. Deceit is in the hearts of those who plot evil, but those who promote peace have joy.
Proverbs 12:19-20

• Coach Coale talks about being a part of her program as more than just being a player in it. What was she referring to with that point?
• How can sport teach you more about life and the skills necessary to make it in the world today?
• Why does she feel responsible for passing on these life skills to her players?
• Read 1 Timothy 4:6-8. Athletic training is important to an athlete. Why is spiritual training more important?
• What do you think godliness means? How is godliness beneficial in every area of your life?
• Coach Coale believes it is important not only to prepare her players for what is next, but wants them to apply it themselves.