Spiritual Side of Hoops- Phil Morrison Interview

Phillip Morrison, founder of Hoops for Christ, discusses his mission to combine basketball training and sharing the gospel. He emphasizes the importance of being excellent in both player development and sharing the gospel, as he saw a lack of trainers who excelled in both areas. Phillip shares how his dream and purpose for Hoops for Christ came to him while playing overseas and working with missionaries. He also addresses the pushback he has received and the fear and self-doubt that comes with blending basketball and spirituality. Phillip encourages coaches and trainers to be intentional about making an impact and sowing spiritual seeds in the lives of their players. Phillip shares his personal journey of transformation and redemption, highlighting the need for change and the consequences of sin. He discusses the role of faith in his life and how it led him to quit basketball and rediscover his purpose. Phillip also emphasizes the importance of overcoming perfectionism and the negative impact of parental pressure. He concludes by highlighting the power of teaching and simplifying complex concepts.