Track 2013
May 20, 2013
verse of the week - "Every good and perfect gift is from above." James 1:17
theme - using abilities for God's glory
click here to watch a video from American distance runners Josh Cox and Ryan Hall about how running glorifies God.
May 5, 2013
verse of the week - "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." Philippians 4:13
theme - confidence
click here to read a testimony from American discus thrower Stephanie Brown Trafton about finding confidence through Christ.
April 29, 2013
verse of the week - "Let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds . . . let us encourage one another." Hebrews 10:24-25
theme - leadership
April 22, 2013
verse of the week - "The sluggard craves and gets nothing, but the desires of the diligent are fully satisfied." Proverbs 13:4
Click here to read about sprinter Allyson Felix and her diligent pursuit of Olympic gold.
April 8, 2013
click here for practice & meet guidelines as discussed at parents' meeting
Cross Country 2012
November 12, 2012
verse of the week - "Offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God - this is your spiritual act of worship." Romans 12:1
theme - running as worship
November 5, 2012
verse of the week - "Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up." Galatians 6:9
theme - perseverance
recommended reading - Run to Overcome by Meb Keflezighi
October 29, 2012
verse of the week - "Be strong and corageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go." Joshua 1:9
theme - courage
October 22, 2012
verse of the week - "I know, my God, that You are pleased with integrity." I Chronicles 29:17
theme - integrity
October 15, 2012
verse of the week - "Let another praise you and not your own mouth." Proverbs 27:2
theme - humility
October 8, 2012
verse of the week - "I lift my eyes to the hills - where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth." Psalm 121:1-2
click here to read one triathlete's testimony of the Lord being his Helper.
"I worship while I train, I cry out to the Lord when I struggle, and He reveals Himself to me as I do - that is why I race." - Phil Bryant
October 1, 2012
verse of the week - "The sluggard craves and gets nothing, but the desires of the diligent are fully satisfied." Proverbs 13:4
theme - diligence & hard work
click here to read about professional basketball player Joe Crispin's perspective on the Christian athlete's diligent pursuit of athletic greatness.
September 24, 2012
verse of the week - "Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up." Ephesians 4:29
September 17, 2012
Qualifying standards for Cross Country Coaches' National Youth Championships - December 1 in Terre Haute: top 20 individuals and top 3 teams at USATF Regionals in Naperville OR achieve qualifying standard at ANY meet this season (see below)
sub-bantam boys & girls 2k- 12:00
bantam girls 3k - 14:00
bantam boys & midget girls 3k- 13:30
midget boys 3k- 13:00
youth girls 4k - 17:00
youth boys 4k - 16:00
verse of the week - "Commit whatever you do to the Lord, and your plans will succeed." Proverbs 16:3
theme - planning and goal setting
click here to read Olympic marathoner Ryan Hall's perspective on how God is involved in the outcome of races and the accomplishment of our goals.
September 10, 2012
verse of the week - "In Christ, we who are many form one body, and each member belongs to all the others." Romans 12:5
theme - unity & teamwork
rules & instructions for practice & meets
Track 2012
June 24, 2012
verse of the week - "Offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God. This is your spiritual act of worship." Romans 12:1
June 17, 2012
verse of the week - "Let another praise you and not your own mouth." Proverbs 27:2
theme - humility
June 10, 2012
verse of the week - "Rejoice in the Lord always; I will say it again: Rejoice!" Philippians 4:4
Check out this article and interview about how Olympic marathoner Ryan Hall learned to find joy in running, despite ups and downs in his performance.
recommended reading - Running with Joy by Ryan Hall
June 3, 2012
verse of the week - "Do not let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers." I Timothy 4:12
theme - leading by example
recommended reading - Through My Eyes by Tim Tebow
May 27, 2012
theme - salvation
Read testimonies from American shot putter Michelle Carter and American sprinter Allyson Felix.
Recommended reading - Redemption: A Rebellious Spirit, a Praying Mother, and the Unlikely Path to Olympic Gold by Olympic decathlete Bryan Clay
May 20, 2012
verse of the week - "Those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary ." Isaiah 40:31
theme - finding strength in the Lord
May 13, 2012
verse of the week - "Each one should use whatever gifts he has received to serve others." I Peter 4:10
Check out how these professional track & field athletes are using their gifts to serve others:
Ryan & Sara Hall - http://thestepsfoundation.org
Wesley Korir - www.kenyankidsfoundation.org
Meb Keflezighi - www.marathonmeb.com
Bryan Clay - www.bryanclay.com
May 6, 2012
verse of the week - "Do everything without complaining or arguing." Philippians 2:14
April 29, 2012
verse of the week - "Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart as working for the Lord." Colossians 3:23
theme - giving 100% effort
click here to view a movie clip from Facing the Giants about giving 100% effort.
April 22, 2012
verse of the week - "Train yourself to be godly. For physical training is of some value, but godliness has value for all things." I Timothy 4:7-8
theme - priorities
click here to meet Olympic Decathlete Bryan Clay and hear about his priorities.
