Basketball
The Inspiring Moment Josh Speidel Scored in a College Basketball Game
After suffering a traumatic brain injury, doctors said Josh might be in a vegetative state for the rest of his life. This month, he proved them wrong.
Guideposts Says Goodbye: Notable Deaths of 2019
As 2019 comes to a close, Guideposts pauses to remember some of the inspiring individuals who left us over the past 12 months.
How Keyon Dooling Finally Healed from Childhood Sexual Abuse
Former NBA star Keyon Dooling found peace through prayer and therapy.
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.
Blanton-Peale Institute Honors Former NBA Star Keyon Dooling
The mental health service organization is recognizing Dooling’s work raising awareness about the unique mental health issues players in the NBA face.
Mysterious Ways: Right Place, Right Time
A little girl's sudden and inexplicable urge to play basketball proves to be a factor in a divine intervention.
Former NBA All-Star Vin Baker’s Journey to Sobriety
How a job at Starbucks became a stepping stone toward his recovery from alcohol addiction.
109-Year-Old Woman Joins Harlem Globetrotters for the Holidays
Grandma Virginia traveled with the Globetrotters to a place very close to her heart.
An Excerpt from Vin Baker's 'God and Starbucks'
In this excerpt from his memoir, former NBA star Vin Baker shares how his faith fueled his journey through addiction into recovery.
This Benchwarmers Basketball Coach Makes Sure No Child Is Left Out
Joe Bock was always picked last on the basketball court. He grew up to create Benchwarmers Basketball, a program that helps hoops-challenged kids build their skills and grow their confidence.