Category Archives: Sports

Celebrate Good Times

Posted on September 27, 2012 by jesustrek

    The Atlanta Braves joyfully celebrated after clinching a spot in the playoffs on Tuesday night. Marlins manager Ozzie Guillen said afterwards that he had no problem with the Braves celebration. “Everybody should celebrate everything they do in life”, … Continue reading →

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Commanding Respect

Posted on September 10, 2012 by jesustrek

    Tim Duncan, of the San Antonio Spurs, has been one of the best NBA basketball players for several years. This veteran is a respected leader on his team, yet he carries out this role without being overly vocal … Continue reading →

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Not to Harm You

Posted on August 23, 2012 by jesustrek

When our niece was a toddler, we thought she might enjoy a high school girls basketball game. She probably didn’t get as much out of it as I thought she would. I discovered this on the ride home, when she … Continue reading →

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Inspiring Leadership

Posted on August 22, 2012 by jesustrek

Seattle Mariners pitcher Felix Hernandez hurled a rare perfect game against Tampa Bay on Wednesday, August 15. His superb effort on the mound had a profound effect on his teammates. Left fielder Trayvon Robinson commented, “I was going to go … Continue reading →

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Godly Attitude Toward Diet

Posted on August 7, 2012 by jesustrek

Olympic swimmer Ryan Lochte did not trust the local food when he competed in Beijing four years ago. So he went to McDonald’s for most meals, and as a result says he gained about ten pounds. Since then, Lochte has … Continue reading →

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Off Target

Posted on August 6, 2012 by jesustrek

  Matt Emmons is a world-class marksman who is perhaps best known for a critical mistake he made in an important competition. While participating in the 2004 Olympic Games in Athens, Greece, Emmons had a comfortable lead going into the … Continue reading →

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Lackluster Effort

Posted on August 2, 2012 by jesustrek

It seems that 8 Olympic badminton players, representing 3 different nations, have been kicked out of the London Olympic games for not giving their best effort to win. The players defended themselves by saying that they were conserving their energy … Continue reading →

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Finishing the Race

Posted on July 30, 2012 by jesustrek

John Stephen Akhwari represented Tanzania in the 1968 Olympics at Mexico City. Akhwari’s event was the marathon, a grueling 26.2 mile race. Early in the race he fell and severely cut his calf. He also injured his knee in the … Continue reading →

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How to Behave

Posted on July 2, 2012 by jesustrek

Tennis players who are preparing to play at Wimbledon receive some special training before the tournament. They are given some tips on royal etiquette when playing in the presence of Prince Charles. Roger Federer said, “They do brief you beforehand. … Continue reading →

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Welcome Substitute

Posted on June 26, 2012 by jesustrek

When I was a scrawny 12-year-old, I used to tag along with some older boys and men who had a slow pitch softball team. Occasionally, they would be short of players, and in their desperation, they would actually let me … Continue reading →

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