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Focus

June 23, 2005

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Coaches want to be able to tell athletes exactly what they want done, and they want to have the confidence in their players that the job will get done. Coaches want to know that they can tell an athlete to do something and then know that it will be done.

Athletes want coaches to be direct. They want to know what play to run. Athletes want to know what the coach wants, they don't want surprises. Knowing exactly what is expected of them is how an athlete is able to focus on what they have to do.

David gave Solomon this kind of direction in 1 Kings. David knew his time on earth was almost up. He knew that Solomon would need to focus in order to prepare for what was coming. David gave Solomon very direct expectations for his life.

Under Stress

September 17, 2009

podcast

Life can bring its fair share of stress! Check out these stress-busters!

Sprint Ahead

April 11, 2012

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In our daily lives and our athletic venues we face many giants. Maybe it is an opposing team that you are playing, and the critics give you no chance of competing with the “giants,” much less beating them. Or maybe it is your job, your finances, your past or even raising your kids. Regardless, the giants in our lives are there to do one thing: intimidate us and steal the hope that God has given us through His Son, Jesus Christ.

David told Saul in 1 Samuel 17:32 (NIV), “Let no one lose heart on account of this Philistine…” but still, many people ran from the giant, Goliath. It says in 1 Samuel 17:24, “When the Israelites saw the man, they all ran from him in great fear.”

#35 - StVRP - Drew Neitzel, Jimmy Page and Sal Bando

April 26, 2008

podcast

Michigan State basketball star Drew Neitzel, Executive Director of FCA Health and Fitness Jimmy Page, Sal Bando, FCA President Les Steckel

#60 - StVRP - Josh Hamilton, Steve Fitzhugh, Bobby Richardson, Les Steckel

October 18, 2008

podcast

Texas Rangers outfielder Josh Hamilton, FCA One Way to Play spokesman Steve Fitzhugh, former New York Yankee 2nd baseman Bobby Richardson and FCA President Les Steckel

Priorities

October 07, 2005

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At the beginning of every football season, Coach Tom Landry would give his players his priorities: God, family and football, in that order. By keeping these priorities, he avoided the madness and chaos that often consume a coach’s life.

#64 - StVRP - Glen Coffee, Justin Griffith, Chris Spielman, Les Steckel

November 15, 2008

podcast

Alabama running back Glen Coffee, Oakland Raiders fullback Justin Griffith, college football analyst Chris Spielman and FCA President Les Steckel.

Eat what you CRAVE…Again!

June 30, 2009

podcast

So should we really give in and eat the things we crave? Or is there a better way?

Who's Yours?

July 21, 2006

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Summer is flying by so fast! This revelation hit my oldest son the other day when he realized that he hadn't spent much time with his father in the past few months. So, I took him to lunch. He was full of information and wanted to tell me everything at once. During the conversation, however, he got quiet and thoughtful for a second and his normal sports questions stopped. "Daddy," he asked, "who is your role model?" I didn't have to think long. That was an easy one.
 

Back to School Routine

August 24, 2009

podcast

It’s hard to believe, but the summer is over! What a great opportunity to get back on track with your health!

Giving Back

February 08, 2005

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He may not have been the biggest, fastest or strongest man in the NFL, but that didn't keep Warrick Dunn from being selected as the 2004 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year. The award, which recognizes a player who excels on the field and in community service, couldn't have a more worthy recipient than Dunn. Inspired by his mother, who never got to realize her dream of owning a home, he has helped 52 single moms become first-time home owners through his "Home for the Holidays" program. Said Dunn, "People say I'm giving back, but I think I'm getting a lot more than what I put in."

Small Choices

March 29, 2012

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I am always amazed at how disciplined wrestlers are. They say no to the goodies brought to class for birthdays and only eat a small portion of huge holiday meals. Wrestlers watch every item that goes into their mouth and weigh the pros and cons of each bite when cutting weight to qualify for their weight class. Then, after the season ends, they go back to a less regimented lifestyle.

Recharging

October 07, 2005

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As the head women’s basketball coach at the same institution for 26 years, I had just completed a rewarding season. We had a great group of athletes who played their hearts out, got along well and won games. There were many magical moments during the season, and no one wanted it to be over. But all good things must come to an end.

Don't Forget

June 01, 2005

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Ever forget anything? Lately I have been very forgetful. I once heard the story of a man who used to tie a string around his finger to remember important things. However, once he had 10 strings on his hand, he couldn't remember what each string meant! I guess it's a little silly what people will do to try to remember things, but the point is that these things are important to them.

Priorities

February 02, 2010

podcast

Freedom and Mercy

June 05, 2009

Freedom and Mercy

As many as 10 million females and one million males in the United States struggle with a life-threatening eating disorder such as anorexia or bulimia - a number equivalent to the combined population of New York City and Los Angeles. Of the number of men and women who struggle with eating disorders, 95 percent are between the ages of 12 and 25.

Further revealing the severity of the situation are stats from the Renfrew Center Foundation for Eating Disorders. They claim that the mortality rate associated with anorexia is 12 times higher than the death rate of all causes of death for females ages 12-24. It is estimated that 480,000 people die every year from complications related to eating disorders.

#43 - StVRP - Jeremy Affeldt, Julio Franco and Carl Erskine

June 21, 2008

podcast

Cincinnati Reds pitcher Jeremy Affeldt , former MLB player Julio Franco, baseball legend Carl Erskine and FCA President Les Steckel

The Perfect Play Call

June 21, 2005

devotional
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All coaches want to make that perfect play call. That play that will be a guaranteed score. The play that there is just no stopping. And every athlete wants to be the one who runs the perfect play.

As athletes, your coach may tell you to visualize running every play perfectly. You might spend those pre-game moments alone in a quiet area just watching the game play out in your mind. And every one of us sees the same game play through our heads. . . The game is tied, and it is up to us to make the winning shot. We have the ball at the end of the game, and only the perfect play will win it all. Well, we all know that there is no perfect play. Things come up. Things usually don't go exactly how we planned.

God's Fearless Warrior

October 07, 2005

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One of my favorite Bible stories is David versus Goliath. David was small, weaker than most his age and, by the world’s standards, not prepared to play in the “big game” against the Philistines. If we had read the pregame report for this battle, David would not have been on the roster. But David surprised everyone. He was empowered by his belief in a God who could overcome any obstacle or challenge—even a Philistine giant!

False Security

October 10, 2006

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At the start of the 2004-2005 NBA season, Latrell Sprewell made a complaint about not having a contract for the next year. He stirred up controversy by claiming that the Timberwolves' offer of $21 million over the next three years was "insulting." He went on to say, "I have a lot at risk here. I've got my family to feed. Anything could happen."
 
It appeared that Latrell Sprewell was putting hope in his wealth, but in reality even the $14.6 million he was making that year could have been gone in the blink of an eye. "Cast but a glance at riches, and they are gone, for they will surely sprout wings and fly off to the sky like an eagle" (Proverbs 23:5, NIV).
 

Focus

October 07, 2005

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Homecoming week can strike fear into the heart of a coach. There’s the dance, the pep assembly, the class competitions and, of course, the game, which is often the last to be mentioned. Although our players know better, all the festivities can distract them. It’s a challenge to help them stay focused and arrive at the game ready to play. I admit, some seasons it causes me not to see straight.

Fit 4 Ever: Nutrition and Training

June 08, 2009

Fit 4 Ever: Nutrition and Training

Preparation is one of the most important aspects of our spiritual lives. In fact, knowing how you will respond when faced with various situations or temptations will often determine your ability to stand firm in your faith.

Preparation is also one of the most important aspects of training for competition on the athletic field. The quality of our nutrition before practice or training can have a profound effect on our ability to get the most out of our workouts and get ready for competition.

Success Breeds Success

June 19, 2009

podcast

Hanging out with successful people is like walking with the wise!

#39 - StVRP - Brian Bannister, Dave Dravecky and Wes Yeary

May 24, 2008

podcast

Kansas City Royals Brian Bannister, former MLB pitcher Dave Dravecky, Baylor University chaplain Wes Yeary, FCA President Les Steckel

Pain Principle

June 13, 2009

devotional
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Pain gets our attention. When our bodies get injured, infected, or hurt, pain forces us to take action toward healing. If there were no pain, we would not take steps to mend the injury, resulting in further damage. Pain forces us to respond to emotional ailments as well. How we respond determines what kind of change we will see. Often we try to numb the pain and feel better for a while; but eventually the problems return. However, if we take action, we can find healing and restoration. The pain is difficult, but in it can be found blessings.

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