Welcome to season 2 of the "Spirit of Sport" podcast from Christian Athlete Circles. CAC is a community for athletes seeking a deeper spiritual life. In the podcast, the athletic community offers reflections on spirituality, faith and leadership. In this episode, we sit down with Katie Oleksak--a former professional volleyball player, coach and passionate advocate for inclusion in sports. Katie shares how she found the courage to publicly support a trans athlete during a time of controversy, emphasizing the power of community, faith and intentional reflection. She discusses the importance of leading with love, curiosity and empathy--both on and off the court. Katie also opens up about the challenges and rewards of building supportive communities, especially as a remote worker and former athlete, and offers practical wisdom for coaches and athletes who want to make a positive impact. From handling backlash to living out her values, Katie’s story is a powerful reminder of the “no FOPO” mindset--no fear of people’s opinions--and the lifelong work of staying grounded in your "why." More about the podcast: Season 2 of the "Spirit of Sport" podcast is focused on “Game Changers”--people in the athletic community who have been at the work of weaving mercy and justice for years--offering wisdom on how to lead and how to love through difficult times. Rev. Kelsey Davis and Georgia McKee are Christian Athlete Circles Co-Founders and Co-Directors. They're also hosting season 2, and they've been wrestling with what it means to hold true to their values and make meaning in today’s world. Through candid conversations, they’ll learn from leaders in the athletic community who have been at the work of weaving mercy and justice for years—offering wisdom on how to lead and how to love through difficult times. Whether you’re passionate about sports, social change or everything in between, this season will leave you reflecting on what it truly means to be a game changer--in your team, your community and the world. These short episodes are perfect for a bus ride or a walk to class. Share with your teammates and leave a review! Learn more at ChristianAthleteCircles.org Follow CAC on Instagram & Threads: @christianathletecircles Sign up for the weekly devotional, The Weekly Huddle. Resources: Side Out Foundation ~ https://side-out.org/ The Raceless Gospel ~ https://goodfaithmedia.org/the-raceless-gospel/ The Trevor Project ~ https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ Good Faith Media ~ https://goodfaithmedia.org/ Episode release date: July 10, 2025. "Spirit of Sport" is sponsored by The Center for Contemplative Justice, Episcopal Church Foundation of North Carolina, and the Episcopal Diocese of Western North Carolina. Hosts: Kelsey Davis and Georgia McKee. Producer: James Franklin. Additional support: Cliff Vaughn from Good Faith Media. Music: Jay Ragsdale.
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