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The Coaching Rollercoaster

The Coaching Rollercoaster

Jess Gilardi

Life is like a rollercoaster, constantly going from the highs to the lows and back up again. But there’s something about this coaching lifestyle that makes it more apparent. Maybe...

The Coaching Rollercoaster

Jess Gilardi

Life is like a rollercoaster, constantly going from the highs to the lows and back up again. But there’s something about this coaching lifestyle that makes it more apparent. Maybe...

Life of a Coach's Wife: A Poem

Life of a Coach's Wife: A Poem

Heather Wright

There once was a coach's wife,Who balanced sippy cups, diapers, and a stroller in one hand,While cheering in the stands,With songs being played by the band.Oh no, a child needs...

Life of a Coach's Wife: A Poem

Heather Wright

There once was a coach's wife,Who balanced sippy cups, diapers, and a stroller in one hand,While cheering in the stands,With songs being played by the band.Oh no, a child needs...

The Best Part of Ministry as a Coach's Wife

The Best Part of Ministry as a Coach's Wife

Beth Walker

In college, Ordell confidently sought opportunities to gain college coaching experience. At the same time, I struggled to find my footing as I juggled jobs with Young Life student staff,...

The Best Part of Ministry as a Coach's Wife

Beth Walker

In college, Ordell confidently sought opportunities to gain college coaching experience. At the same time, I struggled to find my footing as I juggled jobs with Young Life student staff,...

When Do You Look to God for Help?

When Do You Look to God for Help?

Lisa Witcher

I lift up my eyes to the mountains—where does my help come from?My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth. Psalm 121:1-2 When do you look to...

When Do You Look to God for Help?

Lisa Witcher

I lift up my eyes to the mountains—where does my help come from?My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth. Psalm 121:1-2 When do you look to...

In The Waiting

In The Waiting

Jess Gilardi

There are usually a few weeks to months after the season ends, where you don’t know if you should plan your future at your current school and town or if...

In The Waiting

Jess Gilardi

There are usually a few weeks to months after the season ends, where you don’t know if you should plan your future at your current school and town or if...

Wrestling with God

Wrestling with God

Lisa Witcher

When you go through deep waters, I will be with you. Isaiah 43:2 I’m not sure why some of us were taught that a relationship with God would be some...

Wrestling with God

Lisa Witcher

When you go through deep waters, I will be with you. Isaiah 43:2 I’m not sure why some of us were taught that a relationship with God would be some...

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  • Friday Feature: Mandy Lucas

    Friday Feature: Mandy Lucas

    My coach and I will be married 28 years this December. Although we don't have any children of our own, we love being an aunt and uncle, dog parents, and...

    Friday Feature: Mandy Lucas

    My coach and I will be married 28 years this December. Although we don't have any children of our own, we love being an aunt and uncle, dog parents, and...

  • Friday Feature: McKinzie Ott

    Friday Feature: McKinzie Ott

    My name is McKinzie Ott. I just recently got married to my coach, Trace, back in July. This is his second season coaching football for the offensive line, powerlifting, and...

    Friday Feature: McKinzie Ott

    My name is McKinzie Ott. I just recently got married to my coach, Trace, back in July. This is his second season coaching football for the offensive line, powerlifting, and...

  • Friday Feature: Alyssa Allen

    Friday Feature: Alyssa Allen

    Hi! My name is Alyssa Allen! I am 30 years old and have been married to my coach for 10 years! We have 3 beautiful children (Jaiden-6, Raelynn-4, and Olivia-...

    Friday Feature: Alyssa Allen

    Hi! My name is Alyssa Allen! I am 30 years old and have been married to my coach for 10 years! We have 3 beautiful children (Jaiden-6, Raelynn-4, and Olivia-...

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