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Mallory Swanson leads USWNT to long-awaited Olympics gold with her identity in Christ

Mallory Swanson overcame injuries and doubts through her identity in Christ, and on Saturday netted the gold-medal goal at the Olympics.

Christ-follower Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone claims another Olympic gold, world record

U.S. star Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone was "trusting God" and setting records on her way to winning another Olympic gold in the 400m hurdles.

GET IN THE GAME PODCAST: Brock Kreitzburg - Former U.S. Olympic Bobsledder

Former Olympic bobsledder Brock Kreitzburg joins the "Get in the Game" podcast to discuss serving with Water Mission and living out his faith.

U.S.'s Annette Echikunwoke trusted Christ on long journey to hammer throw Olympic silver

Her Olympic dream was crushed in Tokyo, but Annette Echikunwoke trusted Christ and made U.S. history with a silver medal in the hammer throw.

U.S. golfer Scottie Scheffler takes emotional gold at Olympics, maintains identity in Christ alone

U.S. golfer Scottie Scheffler surged late to capture gold at the Paris Olympics. Scheffler has said his truest identity is in Jesus, not golf.

South African swimmer Tatjana Smith wins Olympic gold as she aims to 'glorify God's name'

Swimmer Tatjana Smith won South Africa's 1st gold medal at the Paris Olympics. "God is faithful and that is why I can stand in confidence."

British swimmer Adam Peaty wins silver after mental health struggles, finds peace in church

With a newfound faith in God, British swimmer Adam Peaty overcame a series of challenges to capture silver in the 100m breaststroke.

20 Christ-following U.S. Olympians to watch at the 2024 Paris Games

Of the U.S. athletes who will compete at the Paris Games, many are followers of Christ. We couldn't list every one of them, but here are 20.

SS PODCAST: 'NFL RedZone' host Scott Hanson on his role at the 2024 Olympics, being bold

The "NFL RedZone" host shares about his role for the Olympics, living a life of obedience to Christ and finishing well.

SS PODCAST: Beach volleyball player Kelly Cheng on Olympic preparation, growing in her faith

The beach volleyball star talks about preparing for the 2024 Olympics, growing in her faith, and her identity in Christ.

Gymnast Brody Malone recovers from severe knee injury to earn Olympic spot: 'It's all God'

A year ago, U.S. gymnast Brody Malone was re-learning to walk. Now, he's headed to the Paris Olympics. "I just want to thank Him," he said.

Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone breaks world record at Olympic trials: 'Anything is possible in Christ'

Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone broke her own world record in the 400-meter hurdles at the Olympic trials and gave thanks to God.

Swimmer Simone Manuel heading to Olympics in 50m freestyle: 'I continue to trust in God'

After a long recovery from the Tokyo Olympics, swimmer Simone Manuel has qualified for her 3rd Games. "To God be the glory," she wrote on X.

Alison Gibson earns Olympic diving spot over best friend Krysta Palmer: 'All glory to God'

Diver Alison Gibson edged out fellow follower of Christ, synchro partner and best friend Krysta Palmer for a spot in the Paris Olympics.

SS PODCAST: Olympic swimmer Hunter Armstrong on the Paris Games, putting God first

The U.S. Olympic swimmer talks about his Paris 2024 preparation, growing in his faith, and putting God first.

SS PODCAST: U.S. heptathlete Anna Hall on nearing her Olympic dream, growing in her faith

The U.S. heptathlete talks about her Olympic dream, overcoming injuries, growing in her faith & staying connected to God.

Wrestler Aaron Brooks upsets Olympic champ to earn 2024 Olympic berth: 'Praise the Lord'

Wrestler Aaron Brooks is headed to the 2024 Paris Olympics after an upset at the U.S. Olympic Trials. "Praise the Lord. Have faith in Him."

SS PODCAST: Olympic diving medalist Steele Johnson on success, achievement, obstacles

The 2016 Olympic diving medalist talks about his identity in Christ, overcoming injuries, and trusting in God's plan.

SS PODCAST: Olympic champion Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone on new book, Olympic prep

The two-time Olympic gold medalist talks about the 2024 Olympics, leading Bible studies, and her new book.

SS PODCAST: U.S. Olympic diver Alison Gibson on identity in Christ, putting off retirement

The U.S. Olympic diver discusses her faith journey, finding her identity in Christ, and coming out of retirement.

'Follower of Christ' Anna Hall wins heptathlon silver at worlds, 1 year out from Olympics

Anna Hall became just the second American woman to win a medal twice in the heptathlon at worlds. She regularly praises God's timing.