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SYP Interview: Integrating Sports and Faith with Dr. John White

October, 2024
Dr. Jenae Nelson interviews Dr. John White on the subject of sports and faith integration. They discuss varies topics, such as the balancing winning and maintaining morals, building character in sports, and the positive role of competition. Dr. White provides hope that sports can be effectively used to build character and sustain faith in the lives of youth athletes.

SYP Interview: Jenae Nelson & Transcendent Goals in Sports

September, 2024
In this interview, Dr. Jenae Nelson discusses transcendent indebtedness and goals in sports. She provides several ways in which parents and coaches can help athletes to implement these kind of goals. She also discusses developing character and virtue, in particular how this can be done through sports.

SYP Q&A: Why do high character teams sometimes lose?

August, 2024
Question: "Championship teams are often associated with character. Their team had character. But has there been any research done with teams that lose a lot but have character? And maybe there’s an assumption that teams that consistently lose don’t have character. Any research there? That could be why lower level teams at Shooters have the hardest time. Almost like a false notion that because you pay your tithing that you’ll get rewarded. I think character in teams is great, but perhaps taken too seriously in sports where talent/work ethic (from people without character) still win the day."

SYP Q&A: How do I set character centered goals in sports?

August, 2024
Question: "How do you set goals that have impact on the field that don’t revolve around winning. What do those look like? And can they be measured with metrics? Like, I always pick up an opposing team member from off the ground? Or I’m going to do that 3 times this game? It’s hard to measure a goal about character that doesn’t involve winning."

SYP Interview: Justin Yee & Youth Sports Coaching

September, 2024
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Justin Yee, a soccer coach and co-founder of the Strong Youth Project, as we dive deep into the value of youth sports in shaping character and life skills. Discover the importance of playing multiple sports, how to manage performance pressure, and why strength training for young athletes is beneficial. Whether you're a parent, coach, or athlete, this interview offers insights and practical tips for enhancing the youth sports experience. Learn how to foster resilience, teamwork, and a love for the game that lasts a lifetime!