To accomplish the goals outlined in the Sports Ministry Mission Statement, we cannot and will not provide equal playing time to each player on the team. Each Student-Athlete has different levels of skills and experience based on background and God-given talents. Those who have more advanced skills/abilities must be challenged as well as those with less advanced skills and abilities. To provide equal playing time would compromise our program and the goals we have established.

Even though you see nothing stated as a goal about winning, we will in every instance, attempt to field a team that has the best chance of winning a game/match. Each player will understand that if they are in the game they are there because they are contributing to the teamÕs success or not hurting the team. This understanding protects the individual athlete from any potential guilt for a loss and the fear factor while playing.

This philosopy is what distinguishes us from a recreational or intramural type program. It is this type of competition situation that provides a very special and unique learning environment that has benefits beyond the recreational type program.