Naomi Metzger is a British triple jumper. She is the 10x British Champion. Naomi won silver at the European Team Championships in 2021, bronze at the 2022 Commonwealth Games, and came 6th at the European Championships that same year. 

Naomi is a multi-faceted powerhouse. She is the founder of AfroChicks NFT and ThreePointStart, where creatives and sports people work together to create inspiring content and share untold stories. 

In this episode, Naomi shares how she came to personal faith in Jesus, and the impact her faith has on her life as an athlete and beyond. Naomi reflects on the importance of experiencing the peace of God through the ups and downs of sport knowing that God is in control. 

Naomi encourages listeners to trust and wait on the Lord remembering that he is with you always. 

“I can do all this through him who gives me strength.” Philippians‬ ‭4‬:‭13‬ 

“But they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint.” Isaiah‬ ‭40‬:‭31‬ 

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Mayowa Quadri is the editorial and brand officer at VERSUS where the mission is to ‘showcase the divulgence between music, culture and football whilst creating the future of football’. Mayowa is also a podcaster and producer (hosting the podcast, Stoppage Time TV). He is also a freelance strategist in areas including sports media, creative solutions, diversity and inclusion.

Mayowa describes himself as a conversationalist and digital creative, who has worked with the likes of Sky Sports, Nike, Jordan, Adidas, Premier League and many other top names in the sports industry.

In this episode, Mayowa shares his faith journey and stories of God’s faithfulness through challenging seasons. He discusses how his relationship with God impacts his approach to giving, and understanding of humility. Mayowa also reflects on the matchless nature of God’s grace and how he has seen God’s hand throughout his career. 

Mayowa encourages listeners to seek Godly counsel, recognising the importance of journeying faith and life in community. 

“Be still, and know that I am God! I am exalted among the nations, I am exalted in the earth.” Psalms‬ ‭46‬:‭10‬. 

“The Lord gives, and the Lord takes away. May the name of the Lord be blessed!” Job‬ ‭1‬:‭21‬.

“Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves, for the rights of all who are destitute. Speak up and judge fairly; defend the rights of the poor and needy.” Proverbs‬ ‭31‬:‭8‬-‭9‬. 

This episode is extra special because I was joined by a co-host! The amazing Success Ariyibi! 

Christian Taylor is a 2x Olympic triple jump champion. He is also a 4x world champion and 7x Diamond League winner.

Christian is an ambassador of Heaven To The Yeah, ‘A nonprofit organisation that exists with the purpose of providing resources for athletes in underrepresented sports, empowering equity advancement, cultivating global networks, and unlocking transformative inclusion with excellence.’

Christian is also the president of the Athlete Association board. An independent body that seeks to protect and advance the future of athletics, ensuring that athletes are at the centre of decision-making in the sport.

In this episode, Christian shares his journey into relationship with God, and the ways in which this relationship shapes his life. He encourages listeners to know their worth and value as those who are ‘wonderfully made’ by God.

Christian describes what it means to ‘be a blessing’, and make a positive impact on others through giving. He also expounds on the importance of developing a spirit of humility.

“I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are your works; my soul knows it very well.” ‭‭- Psalm‬ ‭139‬:‭14‬. 

In this episode, I discuss my personal faith and sporting journey. I reflect on the highs and lows of faith and the way that God ordained my path into Paralympic sport. I also answer your questions which were submitted via our instagram page @sportingforhisglory.

'For now we see in a mirror dimly, but then face to face. Now I know in part; then I shall know fully, even as I have been fully known.' - 1 Corinthians 13:12.

'For the word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it pierces even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow. It judges the thoughts and intentions of the heart.' - Hebrews 4:12.

'So faith comes from hearing, and hearing through the word of Christ.' - Romans 10:17.

Warren Evans became CEO of Sports Chaplaincy U.K. in 2015 and gained a Masters in Sports Chaplaincy and Pastoral Care in 2016. Warren is also the chairperson of the board at the Global Sports Chaplaincy Association, and was previously Chaplain for the Bradford Bulls. Warren was also Pastoral Director to the Rugby Football League.

In this episode, Warren shares his heart for the sports world and urges the Church to extend service to sporting communities. He details his journey to becoming a sports chaplain and explains what sports chaplaincy is and isn't.

Furthermore, Warren encourages listeners to GO!!! Serve others and build relationships, recognising our call to be the hands and feet of Jesus wherever He has placed us.

Warren also emphasises the importance of developing spiritual health as well as physical health, and shares practical advice on this.

“But those who drink the water I give will never be thirsty again. It becomes a fresh, bubbling spring within them, giving them eternal life.”- ‭‭John‬ ‭4‬:‭14‬.

As you listen to this episode, be encouraged to speak life to those around you.

Julia Regis is a leadership trainer, business consultant, and inspirational speaker. She is also the chair of the Cyril Regis Legacy Trust, named after her husband, keeping his phenomenal legacy alive, and Julia is a golf enthusiast.

In this episode, Julia shares her passion for golf and reveals how the golf course has become a place for generating ideas and connecting with God. Julia also discusses her desire to see the sport of golf diversified to welcome more women of Afro-Caribbean heritage. Julia shares her faith journey and how experiencing God’s love changed her perception of Him, and reveals her heart to share the love of God to those she encounters.

Julia encourages listeners to live authentically for God, knowing that He is always with us. We are never alone.

“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am
your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” - Isaiah 41:10.

“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.” - Psalms 121:1-2.

Alex Samuel is a professional footballer for Scottish premiership club, Ross County.

He began his career at Aberystwyth Town, breaking into the first team during the 2011-2012 season. He has also represented Wales as an U18 player.

Whilst at Swansea City academy, Alex also played for Greenock Morton and Newport County and later signed for Stevenage ahead of the 2017-2018 season. In 2018, Alex signed for Wycombe Wanderers and helped the club to earn promotion. And from 2021 has played for Ross County.

In this episode, Alex shares how his career has been shaped by his relationship with Jesus. Alex details powerful encounters with God, which have revealled God's guiding hand through difficult seasons in sport. He encourages listeners to know their identity as sons and daughters of God, and to proritise intimacy with Him. Alex also shares wonderful stories of God moving through his reationships with his teammates.

In this episode, I discuss the reasons why I began this podcast.

I hope this episode also encourages you to remember how much you are loved by God. You are called and chosen by Him to live for His glory.

'just as [in His love] He chose us in Christ [actually selected us for Himself as His own] before the foundation of the world, so that we would be holy [that is, consecrated, set apart for Him, purpose-driven] and blameless in His sight. In love.' - Ephesians‬ ‭1‬:‭4‬ ‭AMP‬‬

Abigail Irozuru is an Olympic long jumper, she was a finalist at the the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games and is also a multi- British indoor and outdoor champion. In 2019, Abigail came 7th at IAAF World Athletics Championships in Doha and at the European Athletics Championships in Glasgow. Many of these feats even being after a return from retirement in 2018. Beyond sport, Abigail is a speaker and coach, empowering her clients in the areas of high performance, resilience, and wellbeing.

In this episode, Abigail encourages listeners to find their true value in Christ and shares how she trains and competes to the best of her ability, in order to steward her talents well as a ‘good and faithful servant’.

Abigail also reflects on some of the challenges she has faced during her career such as injury, and shares major keys regarding how to develop resilience through periods of difficulty.

‘Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go.' - Joshua 1:9.

In this episode, I reflect on prayer and God's desire for you to, 'be anxious for nothing but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God.' (Philippians 4:6).

Everything means everything, nothing is off limits!

I also share my own journey of praying into my sport and specifically praying for those I compete against.