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EPISODE · Sep 24, 2025 · 28 MIN

Building Athletes of Character: A New Approach to Sports & Faith

from The Cross & The Classroom: Educating with Eternal Values

In this episode, host Natalie Tysdal sits down with Keith Wahl to talk about what truly sets Valor's athletic program apart from the rest. They discuss how being an athlete at Valor isn't just about chasing championships, but about holistic development—spiritually, athletically, and socially. Keith shares how worship and faith are intentionally woven into every sport, mentioning impactful events like the "Fifth Quarter" worship and baptism nights.One interesting fact: Valor recently added gymnastics as its 26th sport, becoming the first private school in the area to offer a faith-integrated gymnastics program—making space for athletes to grow both in their sport and in their faith.Whether you're a parent, student, or sports fan, this episode gives an inspiring look into a high school program that's redefining what it means to be excellent, on and off the field.Thank you for listening. To learn more about Valor Christian High School please check out our website. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook!

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In this episode, host Natalie Tysdal sits down with Keith Wahl to talk about what truly sets Valor's athletic program apart from the rest. They discuss how being an athlete at Valor isn't just about chasing championships, but about holistic development—spiritually, athletically, and socially. Keith shares how worship and faith are intentionally woven into every sport, mentioning impactful events like the "Fifth Quarter" worship and baptism nights. One interesting fact: Valor recently added gy...

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