Life and Faith

Category: On Sport

  • Published: SuperCoach Weekend Wrap | Round One

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    I’ve been playing AFL SuperCoach for around 12-13 years now. It’s a fun little hobby of mine that happens during the AFL season. I take it more seriously that I probably should, but in the process have made some good connections and had some traditional rivalries with mates. And let’s be honest, it’s a good…

  • Published: The God of The Last Dance

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    I had a couple of reflections about The Last Dance, the greatest sports documentary ever. I managed to form these thoughts into coherent words in an article for TGCA. You can read the article here. “In reflecting upon this series, I’ve been struck by how relatable it has been to faith. While there is no…

  • Steven PD Smith: The Australian Jesus

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    For those of us who take a glimmer of interest in Australian cricket, this week has been a memorable one. The Australian cricket team, so often a symbol of our nation, has begun the five-match series against our arch-rivals, England, competing for the holy grail­–The Ashes. And there is something about test match cricket that…

  • Brave – A Reflection For SYG 2017

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    It’s arrived. Tonight we head down to State Youth Games. A long weekend of camping, cold weather, and cramp…for an old guy like me at least. With over 3000 young people descending upon the camping grounds it promises to be a fairly fun, exciting, and significant weekend. Sports morning and afternoon, dinner around the fire…