sports
Playing to lose
I witnessed the sports betting empire ruin one man’s life. It’s coming for millions more.
A history of muscular Christianity in the US
Paul Putz traces the influence of evangelicalism on sports, from the birth of the YMCA to Colin Kaepernick.
Djokovic against the gods
Humans crave stories that create order, whether they’re about the supreme being in the universe or the greatest tennis player in history.
Good citizenship starts on the playground
Through play, children acquire fundamental skills for living cooperatively with others.
Marcus Rashford is keeping Christianity in the British limelight
To find religious activity among the nation’s young, look to Afro-Caribbean athletes.
State anti-trans bills aren’t just culture wars skirmishes
They’re acts of harm against living, breathing people.
The problem with specialization
Chess players and golfers might benefit from an early, singular focus. Most people don’t.
Should Christians hunt animals?
A book of essays offers an array of perspectives for and against.
How Muhammad Ali influenced public debate
Jonathan Eig's biography shows how the boxer took on opponents in multiple arenas.
The military doesn't own the American flag
The controversy over athletes kneeling during the national anthem reveals America's unholy trinity of patriotism, militarism, and sports.