The closing of one door opens many more for David Pollack
NASHVILLE (BP) — This college football season is unlike any other in David Pollack’s life. For as long as he can remember, the sport dominated his Saturdays in ways most people haven’t experienced.
Initial episodes of ‘Gridiron & the Gospel’ reflect college football-Gospel connections
NASHVILLE (BP) — George Schroeder’s 25-plus years of covering college football means little surprises him about the sport, including a historic, nationwide change the same week he co-launched a podcast about it.
NASCAR drivers say prayer, faith important on and off the track
TALLADEGA, Ala. (BP) – Prayer is still held before many sporting events, but NASCAR is one of the few professional sports that proudly encourages racers to be vocal about their faith and broadcasts the prayer during the pre-race traditions. “Ever since I’ve been a part of it — for 23 years — the invocation has […]
Baptist leaders applaud transgender athlete decisions as victory for reality
LAUSANNE, Switzerland (BP) – Recent decisions by World Aquatics, requiring transgender men to compete in an “open” category rather than against women, are examples of common sense prevailing in the transgender debate, according to two Southern Baptist leaders.
New podcast ‘Gridiron and the Gospel’ focuses on college football and faith
NASHVILLE (BP) – A new podcast titled “Gridiron and the Gospel,” will feature weekly conversations about both the sport of college football and various topics surrounding the Christian faith.
Baseball player makes grand slam decision for Christ
HOPKINSVILLE, Ky. (BP) – Manuel “Miggie” Villalobos traveled to Kentucky this summer to play baseball. But he said what he found “truly changed my life.”
Oklahoma softball aims for championship three-peat as players keep ‘eyes up’ on Christ
Norman, Okla. (BP) – The Oklahoma University softball team will attempt to win the Women’s College World Series for the third consecutive year on Thursday night (June 8). Yet, the team’s players are keeping their “eyes up,” on a different prize, Jesus Christ.
MLB Pride Nights press players to ‘agonizing decisions’
LOS ANGELES (BP) – When the Los Angeles Dodgers announced plans to honor a pro-LGBTQ group that lampoons Christians, Dodgers pitcher Blake Treinen took a stand.
Youth sports don’t have to be a graveyard for testimonies
EL CAJON, Calif. (BP) — Rolland Slade loves youth baseball. It’s been a part of his life for 25 years as a parent, coach and administrator for Little League Baseball and Softball®. He’s seen how it bonds communities and gives young people a place to grow.
Baseball great Darryl Strawberry says true power comes from God
ORLANDO (BP) — Opening Day defines what baseball fans love about the sport.