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The CupfillerFulfilled in Christ w/ Camille PeisnerCamille Peisner, a track star at Stanford University, joins Ellie and Laura to share about how the Lord filled her cup with hope and joy this year and throughout her experience at Stanford. She explains how searching for love and validation from others left her feeling empty until she found true fulfillment in Jesus.
2024-12-2433 min
The Plus PodcastTaylor Ruck: What God Has Taught Her Across Three Olympic GamesTaylor Ruck, a 3x Olympian and 4x Olympic medalist in swimming for Team Canada, joins the podcast to share her experiences across three Olympic Games. We discuss how to combat unhealthy thought patterns and view our bodies the way God intended—as temples of the Holy Spirit—using every gift He’s given us to honor Him.
2024-12-1451 minThe Plus PodcastAmanda Longan: God Doesn't Put a Cap on PotentialAmanda Longan is a 2x Olympian and 2x NCAA Champion in women's water polo... not to mention a Tokyo 2021 Olympic gold medalist. Today, we talk about the power of dreaming big, being a great teammate, and never setting a cap on potential.
2024-12-071h 02The Plus PodcastMiles Partain: Competing with a Christian MindsetMiles Partain, pro beach volleyball player and member of the #1 USA team, represented Team USA in Paris last summer. In this episode, Miles encourages us to think deeply as he shares his perspective on topics like self-talk, confidence, and the power of focusing on God-given strengths.
2024-11-231h 03The Plus PodcastAli Aguilar: Pursuing Things That LastWe’re kicking off SEASON 3 with Team USA and UW softball player Ali Aguilar! Ali reflects on her Tokyo Olympic journey, where her team earned a silver medal and she discovered the joy of playing with freedom. Now, she’s sharing her passion for softball by using the game to inspire younger players to grow in their faith and love for Jesus.
2024-11-1638 minThe Plus PodcastLaura Bogue: Ready, Set, Go and Make DisciplesIn this episode, South Dakota State track athlete Laura Bogue shares her experience as an FCA global impact intern in South Africa and how sports can be used as a vessel to fulfill the Great Commission. Laura discusses how she formerly lived half in the world and half in the Word and how she stepped fully into God’s commands to go and make disciples of all nations.
2024-07-2039 minThe Plus PodcastSophie Tovani: There is Blessing in the BreakingSophie Tovani, a recent alumna of UMich water polo, is one of the most genuine and authentic guests we've had on the podcast. In this episode, Sophie shares on the realization that there is power of our brokenness, purpose in our pain, and a Hope that transcends anything we can find on this earth.
2024-07-1352 minThe Plus PodcastJim Black: Godly Leadership and Fostering Christian CommunityJim Black is the pastor and leader of Stanford Fellowship of Christian Athletes and one of Camille and Skyler's favorite people on the planet!! This conversation is so fruitful - we talk about why Christian community is important, how to be Godly leaders, and how to make people feel seen, known, and loved.
2024-07-0647 minThe Plus PodcastQ&A : Is It Okay to Pray to Win?This week Camille and Skyler answer questions submitted by YOU! We talk about how to approach praying to win, bringing teammates to faith, missing church for practice, and much more. More questions or want to connect? Chat us on IG @thepluspod!
2024-06-2935 minThe Plus PodcastLaurén Schiek: Everything for His GloryHear from former collegiate softball player Laurén Schiek how she has used everything, including a brain tumor diagnosis, for God's glory.
2024-06-1650 minThe Plus PodcastSkyler Jones: This Life Is Not About UsCo-host Skyler Jones walks us through her senior season with Stanford water polo. She speaks on mental warfare, performing through injury, and setting her eyes on God's glory instead of her own.
2024-06-0835 minThe Plus PodcastNadia Hemmat: The Beauty of WorshipSkyler talks with Nadia of Stanford Club Rugby about the mental health struggles that ultimately led to her find Jesus, join worship, and delve into community. Long story short - God can do more than we could ever ask or imagine.
2024-06-0139 minThe Plus PodcastCamille Peisner: Joy Isn't Dependent on SuccessCo-host Camille Peisner shares an update on her track career, including her obtaining a long-awaited PR and how that has, and hasn’t, changed her joy.
2024-05-2535 minThe Plus PodcastParker Byrd: From “Why me” to “Why not me”Parker Byrd, a sophomore at East Carolina University and the first D1 baseball player to play with a prosthetic leg, shares how his faith has created a firm foundation through the highs and lows of a life-changing injury. Hear how he has learned to change the question from “why me” to “why not me” and see his circumstances as something God did for him, not to him.
2024-05-1824 minThe Plus PodcastShon Brown: Choosing God Over the WorldFootball player and Christian content creator Shon Brown gets real about purpose, prayer, and choosing God over the world.
2024-05-1132 minThe Plus PodcastAshley Prange: Sport Was Never Meant to Define YouAshley Prange - a recent Alabama softball alum - has a powerful comeback story showing just how good God is. She reminds us of the unique opportunity we have as athletes to love on people, no matter our performance.
2024-05-0433 minThe Plus PodcastRose Zhang: Free from Pressure and PerfectionismRose Zhang, a former Stanford golfer now playing on the LGPA, shares how placing her identity in Christ frees her from the pressures and perfectionism inherent in the sport of golf. She also offers an inside look at her faith and thought process in her decision to turn pro.
2024-04-2742 minThe Plus PodcastEthan Unruh: From Death to LifeRadically transformed by Jesus, Ethan Unruh of UW baseball covers all the bases in this episode. He touches on the power of obedience during the recruiting process, as well as what it looks like to walk in true freedom and have Jesus as #1 in our lives.
2024-04-2050 minThe Plus PodcastSydney Supple: "He Makes No Mistakes"Sydney - a Northwestern softball alum - joins the pod to talk about friendship, community, and relying on God amidst the transition out of sport.
2024-04-1333 minThe Plus PodcastDominic Schlueter: Pray Bigger PrayersThe host of @therunningeffect podcast, the youngest individual in history to make it on Spotify’s Podcast charts, joins the podcast for a deep discussion on faith and sport.
2024-04-0643 min
PT Rebels PodcastBeyond the Finish Line: Camille Peisner on Athletics, Adversity, and Achieving MoreOn this inspiring episode of the PT Rebels podcast Dr. Gina Fick PT, ScD, sits down with standout collegiate athlete, Camille Peisner. Dive deep into Camille’s world, as she shares her journey of becoming a champion in track and field, overcoming personal and professional hurdles, and balancing demanding academics with elite athletics at Stanford University. Discover the importance of persistence, and the value of academics in the recruiting process, and get a rare glimpse into the life of a student-athlete striving for excellence on and off the track. Whether you're an aspiring athlete, a fellow student, or just in...
2024-04-0154 min
THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCASTStanford's Camille Peisner On NCAA Training, Mental Health, & Her FaithToday on the podcast is my good friend Camille Peisner!
Camille competes for Stanford University in the sprints. She holds PRs of 11.88 (100m), 23.92 (200m), & 54.31 (400m) and has been a prominent force on their sprint relay teams.
In high school, Camille was a double winner at the 2021 Colorado 5A Championships in the 100 and 200 and was second in the 400. She led her team to win state 5A team titles in 2018, 2019, and 2021.
Camille is also very actively involved in leadership for Christian athletes through organizations at Stanford, a...
2024-01-0651 minThe Plus PodcastFrancesca Yanchuk: You are Enough for GodThis Vanderbilt soccer player has broken free from the lie that she is not enough by placing her worth in who God says she is.
2023-11-2537 minThe Plus PodcastSabrina Blank: Viewing Every Day as a GiftSabrina Lynn is a marathon runner and psychology Ph.D. student. She joins the podcast to talk about gratitude, finding your why, and tangible tips on how to wake up every day loving with what you do. Check out Sabrina’s podcast @thatpsychedrunner for more.
2023-11-1843 minThe Plus PodcastSierra Enge: Finding Identity in Christ and Loving People WellSierra Enge played soccer at Stanford and now plays professionally for San Diego Wave FC. From redshirting her freshman year, to winning a NCAA championship, to being a 2x team captain, Sierra touches on the importance of living every day with the love of Christ.
2023-11-1147 minThe Plus PodcastMary Gillet: How The Lord Prepares Us for His PlanStanford sprinter turned FOCUS missionary at USC shares how God prepared her for ministry through an unanticipated college career hindered by injuries and covid.
2023-11-0434 minThe Plus PodcastKamryn Babb: Using it All to Glorify GodKam Babb played 5 seasons as a wide receiver for the Ohio State Buckeyes and faced 5 ACL tears. During college, Kam had a radical encounter with the Lord that changed everything and now shares the power of loving Jesus and proclaiming the Gospel to anyone and everyone.
2023-10-2853 minThe Plus PodcastJacqui Duarte: A Change of Plans for Her Good and God's GloryFrom switching sports during the recruiting process to being told that she might never run again, God had different plans for this USC distance runner and is shining through her joy despite trials.
2023-10-2126 minThe Plus PodcastSummer Holt: Trusting God Makes Sense Even When it Doesn’tSummer Holt of TCU soccer shares her journey of finding faith and falling in love with God. Listen to find out why the phrase “trusting God makes sense even when it doesn’t” has been so impactful for her and how Summer stands strong through every battle college sports throws at her.
2023-10-1447 minThe Plus PodcastCaroline Beard: A Wake Up Call from GodDistance-runner Caroline Beard shares how God has delivered her from her eating disorder and is now using her story to heal and encourage others.
2023-10-0734 minThe Plus PodcastBlake Wilson: How Faith Shapes Hard WorkThis Kansas State baseball player shares his powerful testimony and how his faith in God has instilled in him a relentless work ethic.
2023-09-3024 minThe Plus PodcastPeep Williams: Becoming on Fire for GodPeep Williams of Stanford Lax joins us to talk about her life-changing summer with FCA lacrosse. She highlights the importance of being poured into, discipling others, and above all else, knowing how much God LOVES you.
2023-09-2341 minThe Plus PodcastCole Sprout: The Parallels between Faith & Collegiate RunningCole Sprout - Stanford distance standout - joins the podcast to discuss the highs and lows in his career, and how God is greater than both.
2023-09-1642 minThe Plus PodcastKellie Pagador: Dependence on God and His Perfect PlanKellie Pagador (Pags) of Stanford Women's Soccer speaks on growing up Catholic and how God used a massive setback to strengthen her faith. Meditating on God's word has restored Pag's confidence on the field and helped her play with joy.
2023-09-0926 minThe Plus PodcastSkyler Jones: Trusting God in the Highs and LowsCo-host Skyler Jones of Stanford Water Polo takes us through her two seasons as a NCAA champion. Hear how finding freedom in God helped Skyler overcome a battle with comparison and replace jealousy with joy.
2023-09-0230 minThe Plus PodcastCamille Peisner: A Biblical Basis for HopeCo-host Camille Peisner opens up about her trial-filled collegiate track experience and how it has transformed her definition of hope and joy.
2023-08-2631 minThe Plus PodcastJules Kopec: Doing Everything for the KingdomFrom starting an FCA chapter, to transferring colleges, to coaching youth athletes, hear how Jules Kopec of Rutgers Field Hockey strives to do everything for God's Kingdom.
2023-08-1924 minThe Plus PodcastSydney Jones: Learning to Serve Wherever God Calls YouSydney Jones of Lipscomb soccer shares how God's peace led her to Lipscomb. There, Sydney has learned to serve her teammates and God in any role He puts her, including on the sidelines as she faces injury.
2023-08-1231 min
The Plus PodcastAllie Raab: The Power of Gratitude when God Changes our PlansJoin Skyler as she speaks to Stanford swimmer, Allie Raab, about her journey in collegiate athletics. From getting multiple surgeries to reaching the podium at Pac-12s, Allie has has overcome incredible odds. She highlights the power of gratitude and how God is good even when our circumstances are not. You do not want to miss this one!
2023-08-0644 minThe Plus PodcastAndrew Aprahamian: How God Works in the TrialsAndrew Aprahamian of Stanford Men’s Soccer joins Skyler Jones to discuss how his faith carried him through the toughest moments of his soccer career. Facing numerous injuries (5 knee surgeries!) Andrew learned how to maintain a joyful mindset in the midst of trials. He also shares how he leaned on God, and on Christian community, when things got hard. If you want more of Andrew, give his podcast a follow - @stay2ned!
2023-07-2332 minThe Plus PodcastMakenzie Steele: How Faith in God Can Help us Trust the ProcessMakenzie Steele of Clemson XC & TF joins Camille Peisner to discuss how her faith and running career unfolded simultaneously to mold her into the believer and athlete she is today. Mackenzie is an Under Armour athlete and makes Instagram-viral, healthy treats on @goodfoodgoodrun. She shares how God has placed her at Clemson after a short and surprising start in track her junior year and how she uses her relationship with God to trust the process.
2023-07-1626 minThe Plus PodcastTaylor Whitfield: “God loves the underdog story.”Taylor Whitfield of Concordia University Irvine XC & TF (former Baylor athlete) joins Camille Peisner to discuss how God’s spirit of courage has allowed her to overcome her fears to become a force on the track. Colorado State Champion in the 3200, Taylor shares how track and field has revealed God’s character to her more clearly and how she gets the strength to line up for each race by depending on God.
2023-07-0921 minThe Plus PodcastKiana Pancino: Bringing God into the Mental Battle of SportKiana Pancino of Stanford Softball joins Skyler Jones to discuss mental warfare, comparison, and what it was like being a recruited walk-on. Kiana reflects on how God used her experiences during undergrad to shape her into who she is today. She shares the freedom that is found when we invite God into all areas of our lives, including our thoughts.
2023-07-0237 minThe Plus PodcastWelcome to the Plus!Welcome to the first episode of the Plus podcast hosted by Stanford student-athletes Camille Peisner and Skyler Jones. Listen to find out more about Camille and Skyler, their favorite sports verses, and what led them to start this podcast.
2023-06-2524 min