The Christians in Sport Podcast

An audio extract of an article written about doping and what the Christian faith has to say about it. To read the full article go to christiansinsport.org.uk/doping

Andy Sinton is a former professional footballer with 12 England caps to his name, including appearance a Euro 1992. He made over 650 professional appearances with the bulk of his time spent playing in the Premier League for QPR, Sheffield Wednesday and Tottenham Hotspur. He later went onto manage Fleet Town and AFC Telford United in the Conference. In conversation with Graham Daniels, he tells us about how we got selected for Euro 1992 and what it’s like being a Christian in the dressing room and also as a manager. In this episode we look at: The mental toughness needed to be a top level sportsperson What it’s like to get selected for your country at a major tournament How to represent Christ as a player and manager in the dressing-room The importance of the local church to the life of a Christian and much more…including some pre-Euro 2016 predictions! Produced with Effie Productions

Alison Nicholas is a British golfer who reached the pinnacle of the sport in a highly successful career as both a player and then later on as the captain of a victorious Solheim Cup winning team in 2011. In a fascinating interview with Graham Daniels, she talks about what it looks like to be a successful leader and coach in elite sport and how her faith has helped her throughout her golfing career. In this episode we look at: Dealing with nerves at the US Open in 1997 What it takes to be a leader in elite sport Motivating a team to play to their potential Dealing with difficult situations on and off the course The impact of Alison’s Christian faith throughout her career …and much more.

Linvoy Primus played professional football for 16 years including nine years for Portsmouth where he became a cult hero. In a wide ranging conversation with Graham Daniels, he talks about the uncertainty he felt as he started out his career before dwelling on the fear that plagues you as a professional footballer as well as the isolation and loneliness they can feel. Finally he talks about how his Christian faith impacted how he looked at his career and how it affected the way he played. Produced by Effie Productions

Garin Jenkins is a former Welsh rugby union player capped 58 times by his country. He played in three World Cups and multiple Five and Six Nations tournaments. In conversation with Graham Daniels, he tells us about his battle with misdirected passion and aggression on the rugby field and how is growing faith remained steady in some massive ups and downs. Produced with Effie Productions.

Debbie Flood is a rower who was won medals at two Olympic games and won three World Championship gold medals. In a wide-ranging interview with Graham Daniels, she narrates her unlikely start in sport and how her faith has fundamentally impacted her life in a career full of highs and lows. Produced with Effie Productions.

Cyrille Regis is a former international footballer and FA Cup winner. In conversation with Graham Daniels, he reflects on a professional career spanning 19 years and shares how his faith has influenced his career and life. Produced with Effie Productions.