Welcome to Church Pew Sports Ep 151 - Waving Goodbye to NCAA Amateurism

As summer plows ahead, so does the march to end the pretense of amateurism in college sports. What does it mean when the NCAA approves the paying of "student" athletes? Where is it all headed? We've got an extra intense discussion about the demise of amateur college sports and you'll want to hear all of it.

We open by welcoming a Celtics fan to the show for the sole purpose of gloating about the 'chip, but he ends up making a really strong case for them being a (gasp!) likable team.

This week's CPS Starting Host Lineup:

Bill Hobson

Pastor Paul Miller

Pastor Nate Murray

David Collins

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Welcome to Church Pew Sports Ep 150 - Why All The Hatin' On Caitlin? The WNBA Has Issues

The WNBA's premier "needle mover" is rookie Caitlin Clark, but some in the league view her with more disdain than appreciation - and it's playing out in the form of over-the-line physical punishment. Why? We explore that question and many more in a wide-ranging Church Pew discussion that concludes with a serious message for anyone feeling lonely or isolated. We're here for you, so please reach out if you need a listening ear!

This week's CPS Starting Host Lineup:

Bill Hobson

Pastor Paul Miller

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Welcome to Church Pew Sports Ep 149 - Harrison Butker & Scottie Scheffler: Undefeated

It's rare to have the entire sports world focusing on the words and actions of an NFL kicker and PGA Tour golfer but the last few days have seen Harrison Butker (KC Chiefs) and Scottie Scheffler (World #1 Golfer) thrust squarely in the center of the news cycle for completely different reasons.

We're discussing Butker's speech and Scheffler's consistently faith-filled walk and how both men have kept from being canceled in the face of a hostile culture, by living a life above reproach.

This week's CPS Starting Host Lineup:

Bill Hobson

Pastor Paul Miller

Doug Halcomb

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Welcome to Church Pew Sports Ep 148 - NBA Playoffs - Knicks, Nuggets, and Too Much Spike

The NBA Playoffs are bringing the drama and perhaps the next generation of superstars...along with far too many courtside shots of Spike Lee. What are the big storylines and which teams are headed to the Finals?

We discuss with special guest, Knicks G League Assistant Steve Miknis and superfan Brian Sharpe.

This week's CPS Starting Host Lineup:

Bill Hobson

Pastor Paul Miller

Brian Sharpe

Steve Miknis

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Welcome to Church Pew Sports Ep 147 - See Thru Uniforms And Other Strange Sports News

We start with a really fun update on the world of baseball with Scott & AnnaMarie Holmgren as they continue their tour of every MLB ballpark and then we're exploring the bizarre sports headlines like see thru baseball uniforms, a change in "America's Team," the NCAA going down in flames, and many more!

This week's CPS Starting Host Lineup:

Bill Hobson

Pastor Paul Miller

Scott Holmgren

Annamarie Holmgren

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Welcome to Church Pew Sports Ep 146 - I Feel A Draft - Your Guide To The NFL Draft

This episode is your complete guide to the 2024 NFL Draft, including predictions about Caleb Williams, JJ McCarthy, what your favorite team needs to do to improve, and the pressure on GMs to never again repeat the Tom Brady mistake.

This week's CPS Starting Host Lineup:

Bill Hobson

Pastor Paul Miller

Alex Rauch - GATEWAY Ministry Coordinator at EFCA

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Welcome to Church Pew Sports Ep 145 - The Masters - A Tradition Unlike Any Other

There is no sporting event quite like The Masters. The traditions, the champions, and even the rules for patrons all come together to deliver a remarkable experience. From the Champions Dinner to the instant ejection if you're caught with a cell phone, we're talking all things Masters on this special edition of Church Pew Sports.

You'll also hear some powerful words from the #1 player in the world, Scottie Sheffler as he shares his testimony and reminds us that our true identity is found in Christ...and not in what we do for a living.

This week's CPS Starting Host Lineup:

Bill Hobson

Pastor Paul Miller

Brian Taylor - Real Golf Radio, live from Augusta

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Welcome to Church Pew Sports Ep 144 - The Unwritten Rules of Sports

Bunting to break up a no hitter. Taking too long of a home run trot. Scoring an empty net goal via slapshot from up close. The list of "unwritten rules" in sports is lengthy and when those lines are crossed, tempers often flare.

We're examining those lesser known parts of sports where viral video clips spring up because someone broke a rule that was never put in the rule book.

This week's CPS Starting Host Lineup:

Bill Hobson

Scott Holmgren

John Fitzsimmons

Matt Shepard - former voice of the Detroit Tigers TV broadcasts

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