The Prize Podcast: Competing for Christ

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Episodes

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"The Prize" podcast invites you into conversations with collegiate coaches and athletes as they share about competing for Christ. These coaches and athletes bring faith into sports and teach others how to do the same. Rather than only striving for trophies and medals, they have learned the importance of seeking the eternal prize Paul writes about in 1 Corinthians 9:24-27. Hosted by Maddie Wiltse, a member of the women's basketball team at the University of Nebraska-Kearney, "The Prize" podcast offers insight about living out the Christian faith in sports.

Episodes

Striving for Perfection with Meg Burns

Maddie interviews UNK Women's Basketball guard, Meg Burns. Meg shares about her journey of learning to bring her faith into everything she does, not just leaving it at Church on Sundays. She is honest about her struggle with perfectionism and talks about the verses and perspectives that have helped her along the way. As a Christian athlete, Meg finds strength when she focuses on competing with the mindset of Christ. Tune in for a joyful conversation that will remind you of the freedom Christ off...

Jan 25, 2022•38 min•Ep 1•Transcript available on Metacast

Competitive Spirit with Klaire Kirsch

Maddie welcomes UNK Women's Basketball guard, Klaire Kirsch. Klaire opens up about her struggles with jealousy and strife that come from having a competitive spirit. She is able to live out her faith on the court by reminding herself of how temporary the sport actually is. As part of competing for Christ, Klaire recognizes that even her opponents are made in God's image. Tune in to be encouraged by her honesty and uplifted by her joy for the Lord.

Sep 14, 2021•35 min•Ep 8•Transcript available on Metacast

Searching for Fulfillment with Coach Carrie Eighmey

UNK Head Women's Basketball Coach, Carrie Eighmey, never thought she would make a career out of coaching. However, after 17 years of coaching, 6 of those with the Lopers, she was named the 2021 Division II Coach of the Year. Despite her successful career as a player and coach, Coach Carrie knows that it's about more than just the game. She speaks about the emptiness of worldly success and how she finds fulfillment in Christ alone. Tune in to hear Maddie and Coach Carrie's conversation about how ...

Sep 07, 2021•37 min•Ep 7•Transcript available on Metacast

The Power of Gratitude with Hunter Kraus

Maddie welcomes UNK Football Punter, Hunter Kraus. Hunter shares about how he realized that football can be a platform to share the love of Christ with others. He also talks about dealing with pressure and moving on after making mistakes. Tune in to be inspired by his humility and gratitude, as he reminds us of what a blessing it is to be able to play sports each day.

Aug 31, 2021•19 min•Ep 6•Transcript available on Metacast

All for His Glory with Kyla Carlson

Maddie welcomes UNK Track & Field runner, Kyla Carlson, to hear how she lives out her faith in sports. Kyla shares about how Doing Sports God's Way (an FCA teaching) has completely changed the way she competes. She shares her struggles with identity, comparison, and injuries, as well as what God has taught her through those hard times. Tune in to be inspired by her joy, faith, and desire to glorify God in all that she does.

Aug 24, 2021•24 min•Ep 5•Transcript available on Metacast

True Grit: Believing When It's Hard with Haley Simental

UNK Point Guard, Haley Simental, joins Maddie to share the life lessons she has learned through the game of basketball. Tune in to hear about her battle with comparison and the freeing truth she found in the Parable of the Talents. Haley also gives insight on the difference between motivation and grit, and what it means to live into her values. She aligns her life decisions with her vision, dreams, and goals, which allows her to become the best version of herself. After a difficult first 4 years...

Aug 17, 2021•43 min•Ep 4•Transcript available on Metacast

Play Fearless with Gabriel Amegatcher

Maddie welcomes UNK Football Defensive Back, Gabriel Amegatcher. Gabriel shares about learning to be patient and trusting God's timing through life's setbacks. Being fearless is a key characteristic for Gabriel, but what does that really mean? He opens up about the reality of feeling fear, but choosing a fearless mindset. Tune in to be inspired by his honesty about the struggles of college, injuries, and identity, all while being encouraged by his bold faith.

Aug 10, 2021•29 min•Ep 3•Transcript available on Metacast

Being Process-Minded with Coach Brady Bonsall

Brady Bonsall is the head UNK Cross Country and Track & Field Coach. He ran collegiately at Nebraska-Lincoln and professionally for 5 years out of college. During his time at UNK, he has been awarded coach of the year in both the RMAC and MIAA Conferences. Tune in to hear Coach Bonsall's story of starting as a walk-on and then becoming a national qualifier. He also shares about what it means to honor God, and how he strives to have an eternal impact on his athletes. Finally, through many lif...

Aug 02, 2021•39 min•Ep 2•Transcript available on Metacast

Keeping an Eternal Perspective with Brooke Carlson

Maddie welcomes Brooke Carlson, a post player on the Nebraska-Kearney Women's Basketball team, as she shares about keeping an eternal perspective in the midst of competition. Tune in to hear Brooke's story of learning to compete for Christ, finding freedom, having hope through trials, and releasing control to God. She also shares about hard work, grace, and confidence.

Jul 26, 2021•25 min•Ep 1•Transcript available on Metacast

Play Free: Competing for the True Prize

"The Prize" podcast invites you into conversations with collegiate coaches and athletes as they share about competing for Christ. These coaches and athletes bring faith into sports and teach others how to do the same. Rather than only striving for trophies and medals, they have learned the importance of seeking the eternal prize Paul writes about in 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 Join "The Prize" podcast host Maddie Wiltse, a member of the women's basketball team at the University of Nebraska-Kearney, as...

Jul 19, 2021•16 min•Ep 1•Transcript available on Metacast