How the Gospel Set me Free from my Coach’s Expectations

How the Gospel Set me Free from my Coach’s Expectations

Azusa Pacific University track and field athlete, Elle Alexander, spent most of her life wrapped up in pleasing her parents and coaches. If they thought highly of her and she was performing well, she felt worthy and whole. However, when Elle encountered the gospel, everything changed on and off the field. Read her story here!

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If I'm No Longer an Athlete, Who Am I?

If I'm No Longer an Athlete, Who Am I?

Kryssa had played soccer her whole life. She loved it and she was good at it, and so when the last day of her soccer career finally came, she was lost. Kryssa had 3 simple truths spoken to her during her journey through dealing with the loss of what seemed like her life. Want to know what they are? Come here what she has to say!

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Injured: Finding Myself Amidst Losing Volleyball

Injured: Finding Myself Amidst Losing Volleyball

“My college career was nothing like I planned, but it forced me to be brave, to trust God and most importantly, to love myself without volleyball.” - Blair Westerlund. University of Texas volleyball player, Blair Westerlund, suffered a devastating knee injury that changed the trajectory of her college career. Read her story here!

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My Story with Volleyball, Depression, and New Beginnings

My Story with Volleyball, Depression, and New Beginnings

Nani finally reached her goal of being a division one, full-ride volleyball athlete. However, she was sad, isolated, and trapped in her depression. It wasn’t until she left her college and began a journey of healing during an internship with Fellowship of Christian Athletes, that she truly began to understand and believe the truths that God said about her. Read her story of seeking healing HERE.

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Finding My Identity When I Transferred Universities

Finding My Identity When I Transferred Universities

Syracuse University softball player, Bryce Holmgren used to be a major people pleaser. She lost her identity because she was trying to be everything for everyone else. But one day when she decided to transfer from Western Kentucky, she said a prayer that began the biggest change of her life. Read what happened here!

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Better Together: The Journey of Body Image and Eating Disorder

Better Together: The Journey of Body Image and Eating Disorder

Kate and Jenna both individually struggled with body image and food issues, from self hatred to bulimia. One day in small group they vulnerably connected about their struggles and realized they were not alone. This began a journey of grace for one another, accountability and seeking incredible truth together. Read their honest struggle, friendship, truth, and victory.

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