Spring 2023 magazine

Basketball

UCLA coach Cori Close finds joy in Christ ahead of Sweet 16 matchup vs. South Carolina

UCLA women's basketball coach Cori Close stays rooted in her relationship with God as she prepares her team to face No. 1 South Carolina.

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Villanova star Maddy Siegrist puts 'faith first' as nation's leading scorer

Maddy Siegrist is the nation's leading scorer and has Villanova in the Sweet 16 while continuing to grow in her relationship with God.

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Coach Yolett McPhee-McCuin leads Ole Miss to Sweet 16, wants people to see God through her

Coach Yolett McPhee-McCuin thanked her "Lord and Savior Jesus Christ" after Ole Miss knocked off No. 1-seed Stanford to reach the Sweet 16.

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Coach Jerome Tang leads Kansas State to Sweet 16, thanks 'the good Lord'

Kansas State is headed to the Sweet 16 under first-year head coach Jerome Tang, who has given glory to God throughout the team's run.

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Florida Atlantic's Nick Boyd after game-winner vs. Memphis: 'I thank God for this moment'

Florida Atlantic guard Nick Boyd gave all the glory to God after his last-second layup gave the program its fist NCAA Tournament win.

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Furman coach Bob Richey gives 'all the glory to God' after upset win over Virginia

Furman coach Bob Richey gave thanks to God after his team knocked off Virginia in thrilling fashion to advance in the NCAA Tournament.

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Gabe McGlothan prays over team prior to Grand Canyon's flight to NCAA Tournament

Star Gabe McGlothan and coach Bryce Drew live out their faith in Christ as they lead No. 14-seeded Grand Canyon to the NCAA Tournament.

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Gonzaga's Malachi Smith prepares for NCAA Tourney as 'Child of God through Christ'

Malachi Smith, the WCC 6th Man of the Year, relishes his NCAA Tourney opportunity. "Faith ... always will be the most important thing to me."

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SS PODCAST: Former Suns, D-backs owner Jerry Colangelo on giving his life to Jesus

The former Suns and Diamondbacks owner talks about being bold in his faith and starting chapel services in the NBA.

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30-win Oral Roberts primed for another NCAA Tournament run: 'God is good'

Led by a Christ-following coach at an evangelical school, Oral Roberts is looking to repeat history in this year's NCAA Tournament.

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MAGAZINE: How God Drew It Up — 25th anniversary of Bryce Drew's iconic shot

Twenty-five years later, the Drew family reflects on Bryce Drew's iconic shot in the NCAA Tournament.

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SS PODCAST: Former Kansas star Wayne Simien on basketball as ministry, serving Jesus

The former Kansas Jayhawks All-American discusses his walk with Jesus, work as worship, and lessons from his coaches.

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Kentucky's Oscar Tshiebwe glorifies God as he's named an All-American again

Oscar Tshiebwe, Kentucky's star center, has remained unashamed of his faith in Christ as he continues to collect college basketball awards.

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Detroit Mercy's Antoine Davis was baptized amid chasing all-time scoring record

In the midst of chasing college basketball's all-time scoring record, Detroit Mercy's Antoine Davis was baptized. "God knows what He's doing."

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SS PODCAST: Elon coach Charlotte Smith on her March Madness moment, prayer

The Elon women's coach and North Carolina legend talks about her March Madness moment and her walk with Jesus.

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Guided by faith, Bob Richey leads Furman to 1st NCAA Tournament berth in 43 years

Bob Richey has Furman headed to the men's NCAA Tournament for the first time since 1980 after winning the SoCon Tournament.

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Aliyah Boston says 'thanks goes to God' as South Carolina ends regular season 32-0

South Carolina star Aliyah Boston is giving glory to God as the undefeated Gamecocks prepare to defend their national title.

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Rooted in love & faith, Yolett McPhee-McCuin coaches Ole Miss to historic season

The Ole Miss women's basketball team tied a school record with 11 SEC wins under faith-fueled coach Yolett McPhee-McCuin.

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Keyontae Johnson 'thanking God every day' for second chance at Kansas State after collapse

Keyontae Johnson is thriving at Kansas State and glorifying God after his collapse on the court in December 2020.

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Former WNBA player Sophia Young-Malcolm seeks to serve, encourage in faith at Baylor

Former WNBA player Sophia Young-Malcolm discusses her important role for Baylor women's basketball and for the Faith & Sports Institute.

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SS PODCAST: Former Purdue guard Courtney Delks on using basketball to share the Gospel

The former Purdue star talks about being a spiritual leader and using basketball as a way to share the Gospel.

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