Fellowship of Christian Athletes’ Post

🎓 SENIOR SPOTLIGHT: Daniel Jones How many years have you been at Rancho Christian? 4 What school activities did you participate in while at Rancho Christian? Athletics, BSU, Chapel, Community Service. Favorite Bible Verse: John 15:4-8 "Remain in me, as I also remain in you. No branch can bear fruit by itself; it must remain in the vine. Neither can you bear fruit unless you remain in me. I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing. If you do not remain in me, you are like a branch that is thrown away and withers; such branches are picked up, thrown into the fire and burned. If you remain in me and my words remain in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you. This is to my Father’s glory, that you bear much fruit, showing yourselves to be my disciples." Plans after Graduation: Will be attending and playing football at Western New Mexico University #WeAreRancho #Classof2024

Today is Maurice Greene’s 50th birthday, born July 23, 1974. Maurice Greene is a former American track and field sprinter who specialized in the 100 meters and 200 meters. He is a former 100 meter world record holder with a time of 9.79 seconds. During the height of his career he won four Olympic medals and was a five-time World Champion. Here's Maurice’s quote that begs the question about teachers, schools, corporate trainers and training program instructors on how much time this year they will be spending on teaching their students and colleagues about having faith in themselves. “You have got to believe in yourself every time you go out there and race. If you have no faith in your ability, all that training has been a waste of time." From Diane Haskins… When we focus on helping other people, our potential shows. Make an intention each morning to show kindness and help someone become better. This not only helps the other person, but it helps your personal development as well. Make it the real heart’s desire to help other people and you’ll be successful in business and life. To give of ourselves is a good thing. We cannot put a price on making a positive impact on somebody. There’s no time like the present to focus our time and efforts on helping others. Read Diane’s entire thread entitled, “5 Ways To Help Others Believe In Themselves” @ https://lnkd.in/eNKNvSNh #education #training #school #corporatetraining #corporatetrainer #teacher #MauriceGreene #Olympics

The Philosophizing of a philosopher is largely dependent on his culture,exposure and experience. Also, the amount of new knowledge you acquire as an individual is dependent on the amount of new challenges you expose yourself to. Conquer your fear and embark on that difficultjourney. Success await you in the process. #motivation #Sports #academia #wascanalake #Outdooreducation

As parents, we all want to see our children grow into individuals of strong character. But in today's world, finding the right avenues to foster these values can be a challenge. 🤔 At First Tee, we understand these concerns and are here to bridge the gap. Our approach goes beyond teaching golf. We use the sport as a platform to instill life-long values such as integrity, resilience, and empathy. Our programs are tailored to not only refine golf skills but also to develop character and essential life skills, preparing the next generation to face life's challenges with confidence and grace. Let First Tee be part of your child's journey to becoming not just a better golfer, but a better person. Together, we can turn concern into action and help shape a generation of well-rounded, responsible individuals. 🏌️♂️⛳️ #FirstTeeDifference #CharacterBuilding #YouthDevelopment

The Prize “Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one gets the prize? Run in such a way as to get the prize. Everyone who competes in the games goes into strict training. They do it to get a crown that will not last; but we do it to get a crown that will last forever. Therefore I do not run like a man running aimlessly; I do not fight like a man beating the air. No, I beat my body and make it my slave so that after I have preached to others, I myself will not be disqualified for the prize.” - 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 NIV I know people, some close to me and some not as close, that have great dreams and goals. So much so that they talk about those dreams and goals and pray about them, and seemingly want to reach and exceed them more than anything else in their life, except for their relationship with God. They will even talk of how they want to glorify God through reaching and exceeding their dreams and goals. They talk a good game... But are they willing to do all that it will take to reach and exceed their goals and dreams? Are they willing to sacrifice for those dreams and goals? Are they willing to do the training and beat their body and mind, even if it hurts... even if there are tears... even if it means having to do it alone (on their own)? Or are excuses too easily found? They talk a good game... Their intentions may be good and right... But are they truly determined to do all that it takes to reach that mountain top... to win the prize? And... where does faith fit into the mix? We can be athletes or business people. We can work in the private sector or in the public arena. We can be stay at home moms and dads or high powered C-level professionals. No matter where we are on the path of life, this passage applies to us. Not only because of its motivational value, but even more importantly, because of its faith focusing value. “Run in such a way to win the prize…” Most of us understand the athletic and professional story line in the passage, but do we always get the faith analogy? Do we run in such a way that others see Christ in and through us in all that we do and say? Do we even think like that? I mean Paul thought that way because he was... well... Paul. But do we think like that? Do we think stratigally in our faith walk, like we do in our careers or our sports? Do we run in such a way to win the prize? Or do we just talk a good game? Life is full of good intentions... Press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called... Keep the Faith... Carpe Diem “Not that I have already obtained all this, or have already been made perfect, but I press on to take hold of that for which Christ Jesus took hold of me. Brothers, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.” - Philippians 3:12-14 NIV

Discovering Resilience: How My Time at Duke Shaped my Basketball Career Join me as I reflect on the invaluable lessons I learned during my college years at Duke that helped me overcome early career challenges. Find out how resilience became my most powerful asset. #ResilienceLessons #DukeLegacy #BasketballJourney #OvercomingChallenges #CollegeExperience #BuildingCharacter #BasketballCareer #FindingIdentity #Perseverance #PersonalGrowth

Time waits for no one ⏳—and neither should your dreams. 🌍 Charles Dickens reminds us that procrastination is the true thief of opportunity. As an international student, the future is in your hands. Start today, because every moment counts! 💪✨ #eiIET #internationalstudents #timemanagement #studyabroad #dreambig #studentlife #globaleducation #leadershipmindset #motivationquote #futureleaders #charlesdickens

Check out this great workshop hosted by Aminat Salihu, M.A. Psychology Today, 2pm PT!

Episode 39 with Keir Wenham-Flatt: Hypocrisy of College Athletics Why the Student Experience & Winning are Opposing Viewpoints What it Would Really Mean to Prioritize Winning in College Sports How Working for Yourself is the Only Route That Makes Sense Mistakes Keir Made Early Money & Status: The Two Biggest Problems Facing Coaches Today Issues with Educational and Governing Bodies Across the Globe Find the Narrowest Piece of Real-Estate to Own in Performance Be Willing to Kill the Current Version of Yourself for the Betterment of the Future Reaching Everest at a Young Age - Then What? https://lnkd.in/g-xEgsPF

⚽️🏀🏈⚾️ 📚📒📓📔 There is a phrase that we use in our house, especially with our children in athletics and academics. The 2 F’s : FOCUS AND FUN! In all things life and business, we desire to be successful and have fun. We also know that most often, fun isn’t achieved unless we are winning. This is where the 2 F’s comes into play. We aren’t always going to win. This is the reality of life. But we do have an opportunity to control the way we handle the moment and the moments leading up to the performance on the life stage. With great focus on the objective and giving your everything to which you prepared to give, you can pause and look around at the end and actually say, “Wow! That was fun!” This is a subtle reminder that even losses can be fun, when you understand everything that you gained in the process! #giveyourall #focus #enjoytheprocess #allwedoiswin #funeveninlosing