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In February of 2014 I was head baseball coach at University High School. My son Michael was an assistant coach.

He would be graduating from Illinois State University in May with a degree in Exercise Science. One night as we drove to an off-season team workout, I shared with him my “dream” of starting our own business together. It would include an indoor athletic training facility. Michael could manage the daily operations. We would spread the word of Jesus Christ in our lessons and mentorship of young players. Our facility would operate high-level club teams, and we would use those teams to share the gospel with others. We would call it “Game Seven Ministries…

Why Game Seven Michael asked? Because when people think of Game Seven they think “do or die” – but the real Game 7 is accepting Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior – and we will help athletes make that decision and grow in their faith. Michael liked the name “Game Seven,” and the idea. In April 2014, Michael was killed by a drunk driver. My hope with Game Seven is to honor God by following this vision I shared with Michael – and to help athletes grow in their faith by providing a Christ-centered athletic experience.

08/09/2024

Great advice for all coaches from 1 Corinthians 16:13-14

"Be alert, stand firm in the faith, be courageous, be strong. Do everything in love."

05/28/2024

Know your why.

After the Babylonians destroyed Jerusalem and its walls, the Israelites were under the rule of the Persians. Nehemiah was the King of Persia’s cup holder.

How could a cup holder have a purpose? How could God use a simple position? Instead of Nehemiah asking how, it led him to Who. After Nehemiah prayed, fasted, and mourned, God showed him his why. God showed him that his place as the king’s cupholder put him in a position of favor with the king; he had the opportunity to rebuild the wall around his beloved city of Jerusalem.

Nehemiah's story is a powerful example of understanding one's 'why '. As the king’s cup holder, his purpose was clear: To use his position to rebuild his ancestor’s city with the help of God, for the glory of God. This resonates with coach Bill Wash's words, 'If your why is strong enough, you will figure out how.'

As coaches, you hold significant power and influence. But if your 'why' is solely focused on winning games, you might overlook the potential to build something truly great. Understanding your 'why' in this position is crucial, as it can guide your actions and inspire others.

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