Bruins Athletics is blessed to have eight head coaches across 13 teams that make a massive difference in the lives of student-athletes every year. They see coaching as a privilege and immense opportunity given by God. This is what some of them had to say.

Christa Schlichting, Women's Volleyball:
"Coaching is a privilege and so much more than the Xs and Os. The challenge to lead with integrity and resilience is an ongoing refining process. The greatest joy in coaching at a faith-based institution is sharing God's word daily and praying with each student-athlete. The wins and losses allow for so many growth opportunities. When we allow these teaching moments to be influenced by our walk with God - He can do great things!"

Dennis Scott, Men's Golf:
"Coaching a team has challenged me with the idea that unity is a product of diversity. For a team to become a cohesive and highly functioning unit, every team member must embrace his or her role. So it is in the body of Christ. Every follower of Jesus must use their unique skill sets and spiritual gifts for the edification of the entire body."

Tony Miller, Men's Basketball: 
"Having my own family and coaching my children in life has helped me with the perspective of leading and coaching these young men in achieving success in not just their athletic careers but also in pursuing the higher calling in their walk with God."

Mike LeViere, Women's Basketball:
Coaching has allowed my love of sports and competitive nature to blend with my higher calling. There is no "balancing" of competition and Christianity. The Biblical worldview encompasses and includes the world of sport and Christianity doesn't stop at the sideline. The world of athletics enjoys great popularity in today's world and therefore coaching provides a great platform for ministry. Being a coach is simply teaching and attempting to grow individuals toward a common goal of being better tomorrow because of what we do today, not just in that sport but in every area of life."