Spirit of Sport
Spirit of Sport
Podcast Description
"Spirit of Sport" is the podcast where the athletic community reflects on spirituality, faith and leadership. Created by athletes for athletes, each season invites listeners into honest conversations that connect the world of sports with the deeper questions of meaning, purpose and belonging.
Season Two is here! Its focus: “Game Changers.” These are people in the athletic community who have been at the work of weaving mercy and justice for years and offer wisdom on how to lead and how to love through difficult times.
Season One drew inspiration from early Christian monastics who sought wisdom by asking, “Give me a word.” Each episode centers on a single word—like Body, Practice, or Endure—inviting listeners to slow down, contemplate and discover how ancient wisdom can shape our lives as athletes and people of faith.
Whether you’re a competitor, coach or fan, "Spirit of Sport" offers a space for reflection, inspiration and real talk about what matters most in sports and in life.
Hosts: Rev. Kelsey Davis, Christian Athlete Circles Co-Founder and Co-Director, and Georgia McKee, Christian Athlete Circles Co-Founder and Co-Director.
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Content Themes
The podcast centers around themes such as the intersection of spirituality and athletics, leadership in sports, and social justice issues. Season Two focuses on 'Game Changers' and includes specific episodes discussing topics such as inclusion in sports and the courage to advocate for marginalized athletes, while Season One explores words like Body, Practice, and Endure to highlight the spiritual aspects of athletic life.
“Spirit of Sport” is the podcast where the athletic community reflects on spirituality, faith and leadership. Created by athletes for athletes, each season invites listeners into honest conversations that connect the world of sports with the deeper questions of meaning, purpose and belonging.
Season Two is here! Its focus: “Game Changers.” These are people in the athletic community who have been at the work of weaving mercy and justice for years and offer wisdom on how to lead and how to love through difficult times.
Season One drew inspiration from early Christian monastics who sought wisdom by asking, “Give me a word.” Each episode centers on a single word—like Body, Practice, or Endure—inviting listeners to slow down, contemplate and discover how ancient wisdom can shape our lives as athletes and people of faith.
Whether you’re a competitor, coach or fan, “Spirit of Sport” offers a space for reflection, inspiration and real talk about what matters most in sports and in life.
Hosts: Rev. Kelsey Davis, Christian Athlete Circles Co-Founder and Co-Director, and Georgia McKee, Christian Athlete Circles Co-Founder and Co-Director.
Welcome to season 2 of the “Spirit of Sport” podcast from Christian Athlete Circles. CAC is a community for athletes seeking a deeper spiritual life. In the podcast, the athletic community offers reflections on spirituality, faith and leadership.
In this episode, we sit down with legendary college athletics leader Tim Selgo to explore how principled leadership and spiritual grounding can transform both organizations and individuals. Tim shares how his commitment to doing what is right shaped his remarkable tenure as the athletics director at Grand Valley State University, where he led the program to 19 team national championships and 161 conference titles.
He recounts pivotal moments of taking stands against injustice, including his advocacy for LGBTQ+ student-athletes. Tim reflects on the fundamentals of building competitive greatness: creating learning environments, active listening, and the courage to be an ally for those not in the majority. Tim offers real talk on maintaining balance through spiritual discipline, the importance of focusing on your sphere of influence, and why consistent morning routines of prayer and reflection anchor effective leadership. You’ll hear his insights on mentoring the next generation, and why love is what the world needs most.
More about the podcast:
Season 2 of the “Spirit of Sport” podcast is focused on “Game Changers”–people in the athletic community who have been at the work of weaving mercy and justice for years–offering wisdom on how to lead and how to love through difficult times.
Rev. Kelsey Davis and Georgia McKee are Christian Athlete Circles Co-Founders and Co-Directors. They’re also hosting season 2, and they’ve been wrestling with what it means to hold true to their values and make meaning in today’s world. Through candid conversations, they’ll learn from leaders in the athletic community who have been at the work of weaving mercy and justice for years—offering wisdom on how to lead and how to love through difficult times.
Whether you’re passionate about sports, social change or everything in between, this season will leave you reflecting on what it truly means to be a game changer–in your team, your community and the world.
These short episodes are perfect for a bus ride or a walk to class. Share with your teammates and leave a review!
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Resources:
Tim Selgo ~ https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-selgo-b50458120
Faithful Pride Initiative ~ https://goodfaithmedia.org/faithful-pride-initiative/
Good Faith Media ~ https://goodfaithmedia.org/
Episode release date: August 14, 2025.
“Spirit of Sport” is sponsored by The Center for Contemplative Justice, Episcopal Church Foundation of North Carolina, and the Episcopal Diocese of Western North Carolina. Hosts: Kelsey Davis and Georgia McKee. Producer: James Franklin. Additional support: Cliff Vaughn from Good Faith Media. Music: Jay Ragsdale.
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