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EPISODE · Jun 10, 2025 · 54 MIN

Episode 31 - Olympic Athlete Ron Backes

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“From Olympian to Overcomer: Finding Strength Through Faith.” In Episode 31 of Men Pursuing More, we sit down with 1992 Olympic shot putter Ron Backes to hear his incredible journey from growing up in Cold Spring, Minnesota to representing the U.S. on the world’s biggest stage. Ron shares powerful memories—from his favorite NCAA team moment at the University of Minnesota to his first failed Olympic attempt in 1988 that left him feeling empty, and the life-changing faith encounter just two weeks before the 1992 Trials that transformed his path. Ron also opens up about his faith journey, how FCA invited him to share his testimony, and his current role on staff—offering insight into what he's seeing on high school and college campuses today.   Contact Ron at: Email - [email protected] LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ron-backes-51b2a16/   —   Follow Roger Maupin online:   Website - https://maupincoaching.com/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/rogercmaupin/ FB - https://www.facebook.com/roger.c.maupin Podcast Produced by: KB PODCASTS   Podcast Music: SOUNDSTRIPE

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