Sports
Inspiring sports stories are about so much more than winning a game. The best sports stories highlight courage, teamwork, perseverance, and resilience. When undertaken with grace, humility, and skill, sports can be a source of uplift and joy.
Guideposts Classics: Gale Sayers on the Power of Courage
In this story from October 1971, author and NFL legend Gale Sayers pays tribute to the courage and indomitable spirit of his dear friend and teammate, Brian Piccolo.
Guideposts Classics: Bart Starr on the Importance of Confidence
In this story from January 1968, former Green Bay Packers quarterback Bart Starr recalls how the legendary coach Vince Lombardi instilled confidence in Starr and his teammates.
Guideposts Classics: John Havlicek on the Importance of Teamwork
In this story from March 1975, basketball legend John Havlicek shares how he came to understand the value of putting team goals ahead of individual success.
Guideposts Classics: Joe Buck on His Hero, His Father
In this story from November 2003, sports announcer Joe Buck recalls how a shared love of baseball allowed him to grow closer to his father, Hall of Fame baseball announcer Jack Buck, in Jack's final years.
Antoinette “Toni” Harris Wants to Be the First Female Player In The NFL
The 22-year-old defensive back just made history as the first female player to receive a full football scholarship, and that's just the beginning.
Meb Keflezighi: A Marathoner’s Strong Finish
The decorated Olympian honored his gift to run until the very last finish line.
Meb Keflezighi: Lessons Learned from a Life Spent Running Marathons
In our exclusive video, long-distance runner Meb Keflezighi talks about what he's learned from competing in 26 marathons.
Guideposts Classics: Frank Robinson on Caring, Sharing and Communicating
In this story from May 1975, baseball legend Frank Robinson shares how the managers he played for prepared him to be the major leagues' first African-American manager.
Guideposts Classics: Jackie Robinson on Facing Challenges
In this story from August 1948, Hall of Famer and American hero Jackie Robinson recalls the challenges he faced in breaking baseball's color barrier.
She Learned to Focus on Her Daughter, Not Sports
Her daughter, Kennedi, is a talented track athlete, but Tonya May Avent came to realize her focus on Kennedi's athletic success was misplaced.
The Baltimore Orioles Stepped Up to the Plate for This Longtime Fan
She didn't share her 90-year-old mother's passion for baseball, but when her mom fell and broke her hip, Peggy was grateful for the local team's support.
A Conversation with Sports Broadcaster James Brown
In this series of videos, sports broadcaster James Brown talks about his book and the role that faith plays in his life and career.
ESPN's Maria Taylor Relies on Faith to Guide Her Career and Life Decisions
This groundbreaking sports broadcaster learned that a relationship with her higher power helped her to navigate life's ups and downs.
How Sports Broadcaster Maria Taylor's Faith Helps Her Stay Grounded
The groundbreaking sportscaster has seen ups and downs in her life and career, but her relationship with God helps keep her feet on the ground.
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Sometimes God makes better choices for us than we could have ever made for ourselves.
