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Play Ball columns examine the relationship of sports and faith: sports is important precisely because it is a form of play, that is, a manifestation of the Sabbath. Contributors include Mark Galli, managing editor of Christianity Today, and author of Francis of Assisi and His World (InterVarsity), Collin Hansen, associate editor of Christianity Today, and Mark Moring, editor of Christianity Today Movies and Christian Music Today.


Sports, for Him
We're called to integrity in athletics—not just to opposing steroid abuse.
Christian Coaches Face Off for Super Bowl XLI
The God of Tony Dungy and Lovie Smith isn't just for Sunday.
Are You Ready for Some Fantasy?
With football training camps convening, fantasy football is almost upon us. Finally.
Equal Pay for Women?
The stubborn Brits who run Wimbledon refuse to pay the female tennis players as much as the men. Good for them.
What's to Love About Women's Sports
There's no denying the pure joy and determination of female athletes
The NBA? Or the UN?
It's called the National Basketball Association, but it's looking quite international—thanks in great part to a Christian GM for the Dallas Mavs.
Of Czechs, Sex, and Wrecks
Random musings on the U.S. soccer team, World Cup prostitution, and Big Ben's bad bike crash.
Onward Christian Shortstops
The Colorado Rockies make a noble—if problematic—plan for winning.
Incomplete Sentences
Many pro athletes convicted of a crime are sentenced to a lame excuse for "community service." It's time for the legal system to show a little backbone.
Bowling Alone No More
A stealth revolution in attitude may be brewing.
Sports as Soap Opera
Sportswriters seem to have forgotten their godly calling.
'You Trying to Say Jesus Christ Can't Hit a Curveball?'
Fans vent their frustration on struggling slugger who professes religious devotion.
Un Problema Grande, No?
What major league baseball reveals about the dangers of immigration.
WWJWD?
In the wake of UCLA's loss in Monday's NCAA championship game, I couldn't help but wonder: What would John Wooden do?
There IS Crying in Basketball
If only we all had something so precious to weep about.
Pirates vs. Braves
Reforming sports one city at a time.
Bjorn Again?
It's been a while since tennis legend Bjorn Borg was in the news. Too bad he's back because he's selling his Wimbledon trophies.
Steroids 'R' Us
It's not just Barry Bonds's heart that is desperately wicked.
A Royal Pain
Following Kansas City's baseball team ain't easy ... but it builds character and perseverance.
Heavy Medal
At the Olympics, if you don't medal, you certainly must be a loser.

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