What makes WPDSports meaningful? Student-athletes. Whole person development. Named after a Greek letter, each small group reflects a holistic interplay of image bearers of God, working out their existence within the framework of soul and sport. Young folk growing and blessing this crazy world!
Academics / Social / Physical / Spiritual = that silly four wheel car metaphor.
- Laughing and crying.
- Frustration and solution.
- Sin and redemption.
- Failure and success.
- Pride and humility.
- Individual and yet part of a greater team.
Hey WPDers, we are moved by our time together. Now, we will let you all have the “mic” or at least some real estate to share a brief word from your lengthier reflections. Thank you for letting us share a part of your story.
What Some Are Saying…
Coaches’ Corner
“Dr. McNeal and his WPD program are authentic and holistic in approach, changing the life trajectory of student-athletes. Highly recommend his presence.”
– Mr. Corey McElhaney, Head Track & Field/Cross Country Coach. Southwest Baptist University (D-II). Read more.
Alpha Group
“This program could benefit many others the way it has benefited me.”
– Alpha Member, Austin “Tribune” Acosta. Graduate, May 2019. United States Marine Corps. 1st Lieutenant. Read more.
“This group was one of the bigger highlights of my time in college.”
– Alpha Member, Jordan “Big-X” Inman. Graduate, May 2020. United States Marine Corps. 1st Lieutenant. Read more.
“I could write a lot more, but I’d probably ramble forever.”
– Alpha Member, Jeremy “Spidey” Inman. Graduate, May 2020. Software Engineer. Read more.
“You cannot have development if you don’t become disciplined….”
– Alpha Member, Daniel “Baywatch” Frazee. Graduate, May 2020. Small Business Owner. Read more.
Dylan “$12” Barnum, the Elder. Matt “Hi-C” Christopher. Trenton “T-Bomb” Finley. Colby “Slice” Sutton.
– Other Alpha Members
Omega Group
“As athletes, we often want to develop our bodies. As students, we often want to develop our minds. But the Lord needs us to grow all parts of our self in Him.”
– Omega Member, Will “Mung” O’Keefe – Graduate, May 2021. Educator/Coach. Read more.
“…gave me the ability to share things… vent and allowed me to be vulnerable in order to grow.”
– Omega Member, Tyler Mark “GT” Goatley. Graduate, May 2021 and May 2022. Educator/Coach. Read more.
“No expectations, no pressure, and no stress. Just a bunch of image bearers enjoying cold water and Cliff Bars.”
– Omega Member, Terry “Mr. T.” Fenske. Graduate, December 2018. Businessman. Read more.
“It helped me grow passed a previous relationship and some tough times.”
– Omega Member, Drake “Theo” Wilkerson. Graduate, May 2021. Businessman. Read more.
Austin “LA” Haynes. Blaine “T2” Jimerson. Connor “Birdman” Larkin.
– Other Omega Members
Beta Group
“There is a lot of value in slowing down, and I appreciated that “slower” time with others in WPD.”
– Beta Member, Daniel “G-Man” Garrison. Pre-engineering Student. 2022 Transfer to Missouri S & T. Read more.
“To be there with the guys learning, laughing, and growing was great.”
– Beta Member, Mark “Q” Venable. Graduate, May 2022. Businessman. Read more.
“Every unique soul, young or old, is precious to the Lord who created it. This includes you!”
– Beta Member, Jacob “The Professor” McCrackin. Graduate, May 2022. Future Physical Therapist. Read more.
“…created a brotherhood that will last….”
– Beta Member, Carter “TAOG” Adams, May 2023. Future Physical Therapist. Read more.
“…meet up and vent about all the crappy stuff….”
– Beta Member, Colby “Colonel” Sanders. Graduate, May 2023. Educator/Coach. Read more.
“It is essential to see the other side[s] of your friends and teammates….”
– Beta Member, Troy “Kenny-G” Davidson. Graduate, May 2024. 800 meter school record holder. Read more.
Evan “Revvin” Smith. Bladen “Buzz” Hancock.
– Other Beta Members