About this episode

Chris McCurley and Jay Powlas discuss the impact of coaching and leadership on young people, drawing lessons from athletics.

In this episode of Dear Church , Chris McCurley is joined by Jay Powlas to discuss coaching, leadership, and the pursuit of winning the right way. Their conversation explores how lessons from athletics—discipline, teamwork, perseverance, and character—can shape leaders both on and off the court. Jay Powlas is the head coach of the Dickson County Cougars basketball team. A long-time staff member and current Athletic Director at Dickson County High School, Powlas adds the role of head basketball coach to his already significant leadership responsibilities within Dickson County athletics. Together, Chris and Jay reflect on the influence coaches can have on young people and the values that matter most in both sports and life. Connect with Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearchurch_podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61564673680147 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DearChurch Have a question? Email Chris at chris.mccurley@rippleoflight.com. #DearChurchPodcast #ChristianLeadership #CoachingAndFaith #SportsAndCharacter #LeadershipLessons #CoachingToWin #ChristianPodcast #Mentorship #DisciplineAndTeamwork #FaithAndLeadership #YouthInfluence…

People in this episode

Host: Chris McCurley

Guest: Jay Powlas

Topics covered

• coaching
• leadership
• athletics
• character development
• youth influence

Keywords

• coaching
• leadership
• discipline
• teamwork
• perseverance
• character
• sports
• Christian leadership

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Dickson County Cougars, Dickson County High School

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