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The USG Blog
We've curated a set of articles to help you grow in your faith and in your career. From interviews with industry leaders to Bible studies, testimonies, and ministry reports, we hope these blogs will challenge and teach you.
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How Does a Professional Golfer’s Story Expose the Hidden Costs of Performance Culture? Tracy Hanson, Former Professional Golfer
In this episode of the Uncommon Podcast, host Noah Weiss speaks with Tracy Hanson, a retired professional golfer and founder of the Tracy Hanson Initiative. Tracy shares her journey of faith, the impact of her past abuse on her life and career, and how she found healing through counseling and support. The conversation delves into the challenges of performance identity in sports, the importance of creating safe spaces for athletes, and Tracy's mission to help others navigate t
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How Does a Professional Golfer’s Story Expose the Hidden Costs of Performance Culture? Tracy Hanson, Former Professional Golfer
In this episode of the Uncommon Podcast, host Noah Weiss speaks with Tracy Hanson, a retired professional golfer and founder of the Tracy Hanson Initiative. Tracy shares her journey of faith, the impact of her past abuse on her life and career, and how she found healing through counseling and support. The conversation delves into the challenges of performance identity in sports, the importance of creating safe spaces for athletes, and Tracy's mission to help others navigate t
Uncommon Sports Group
4 days ago1 min read
Faith in Action
Faith shows up before the result. Hebrews 11 opens with words we’ve heard before, but maybe haven’t slowed down enough to feel: “Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen” (Hebrews 11:1). Not seen. Not proven. Not guaranteed. Just trusted. Faith lives in the in-between. Between promise and payoff. Between calling and clarity. Between what God has said and what we can actually see. Thankfully, Hebrews 11 doesn’t give us theories, but it
Alyssa Ryals
Feb 262 min read
How To Rejuvenate Joy in Your Relationship with Christ? Beaver & Gabrielle Fleming, Professional Skateboarder & Sports Sustainability Sector Leader
In this episode of the Uncommon Podcast, Beaver and Gabrielle Fleming share their experiences as a couple navigating the challenges of family life, professional careers in skateboarding and sustainability, and their faith journey. They discuss the importance of community, the joy of parenting, and the need for intentionality in their spiritual practices. The conversation highlights the balance between work and family, the significance of prayer, and the call to be a light in
Uncommon Sports Group
Feb 261 min read
How Can Christians Lead Well in the Sports Industry? Bryan Engle, Senior Associate Athletic Director for Internal Affairs at Lipscomb University
In this episode of the Uncommon Podcast, host Noah Weiss interviews Bryan Engle, Senior Associate AD of Internal Affairs at Lipscomb University. Bryan shares his journey of faith, his path to athletics administration, and the importance of living with a servant heart. He discusses the challenges of balancing career growth with God's calling, the significance of prayer in high-pressure situations, and the lessons learned from overseeing a major facility project. Bryan emphasiz
Uncommon Sports Group
Feb 121 min read
USG Community Impact: Academy Testimonial (Team 45)
Read an impactful testimony from one of our most recent mission trip attendees, Anthony Wedel!
Uncommon Sports Group
Jan 292 min read
Come to Me
Busy. Busy. Busy. It seems like there's no escape, doesn't it? Who else has felt overwhelmed by busyness? Romans 12:2 says, “And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God.” The Western world and college and professional athletics are busy. Anyone working in the industry knows games and events extend beyond nine-to-five, demanding unusual hours. How can we
Karlie Flowers
Jan 2914 min read
How to Find Comfort & Joy in a Season of Affliction? Tamara Brown, Sports Reporter
In this episode of the Uncommon Podcast, hosts Karlie Flowers and On-Air Personality Tamara Brown discuss Tamara's journey in sports reporting, emphasizing the importance of faith, perseverance, and community. They explore the challenges of career transitions, the significance of spiritual growth during difficult times, and the balance between faith and works. Tamara shares her experiences finding peace in uncertainty and the lessons she learned from various job changes, ulti
Uncommon Sports Group
Jan 291 min read
What Does It Mean to Be Uncommon in Secular Spaces? Troy Lydiate, Creative Director of Apologetics Canada
In this episode of the Uncommon Podcast, host Noah Weiss interviews Troy Lydiate, the creative director of Apologetics Canada. Troy shares his journey from being adopted in Jamaica to growing up in a Christian family in Canada, and how his faith deepened through personal experiences and challenges. He discusses his transition into the field of apologetics, emphasizing the importance of making complex ideas accessible and the role of humility in ministry. Troy also reflects on
Uncommon Sports Group
Jan 151 min read
How Do You Live on Mission in the Field of Sports? Mariah Fredericks, Missionary / Pro Soccer Player
In this episode of the Uncommon Podcast, Karlie Flowers interviews Mariah Fredericks, a Sport Ministry and Organizational Consultant and professional soccer player in Barcelona, Spain (La Tercera Nacional). Mariah shares her journey from coaching in the U.S. to using sports as a platform for ministry. She discusses the importance of balancing competition with holiness, the transformative power of sports ministry, and the significance of rest and reliance on the Holy Spirit.
Uncommon Sports Group
Jan 11 min read
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