“All of the important things in life, in many ways, we learn in youth sports. But adults have taken that away with where youth sports are headed. Away Game brings us all back to where we need to be. It’s a must read for youth sports parents.”
Dan Orlovsky
ESPN Host/Former NFL Quarterback
“This book is a word in season for our generation of parents. Brian Smith and Ed Uszynski have written a Biblical and inspiring read on how to encourage Christian character in our children through youth sports. I highly recommend!”
Singer and Author of Lasting Ever
Rebecca St. James
“Away Game is a valuable resource for Christian parents trying to faithfully navigate the world of youth sports in a culture that prizes winning above all. It’s full of practical guidance for how to winsomely invite children to the process of spiritual formation.”
Sabrina B. Little, PhD
Author of The Examined Run
“The church needs a book like Away Game, and Brian Smith and Ed Uszynski are the perfect guides. If you’re looking for a clear-eyed examination of the current state of youth sports as well as a constructive and hopeful vision for Christian engagement, this book is a game-changer!”
Paul Putz, PhD
Director of the Faith & Sports Institute
Step One: Get Your Copy of Away Game…
Step Two: Claim Your Bonuses
Order the book, then fill out this form to receive the following bonuses!
Early Copy of Away Game: The first 250 preorders will receive a free advanced copy of Away Game prior to its actual release date on July 1st.
THREE Bonus Chapters: We were way over our initial word count so we had to make some major cuts in the initial manuscript of Away Game. Those who preorder will get access to our chapters on: Patience vs. Immediate Results, Perseverance vs. Quitting, and the Church vs. Youth Sports.
Devotional for Youth Sports Parents: 7 day devotional based on the discipleship virtues found in Away Game (Love, Peace, Self-Control, Gentleness, Humility, Gratitude, and Joy.)
Video Access to the Raising NextGen Athletes Seminar: In the fall of 2024, Ed and I hosted a one hour seminar for youth sports parents on what it looks like to live Christianly at the intersection of faith and youth sports. While much of the content of the seminar did not find its way into the book, the event itself became a catalyst for our book proposal to David C Cook.
THREE eBooks: Audience of One, Inside Game, and Hey Rival.
First Chapter of The Christian Athlete: Actually, it’s the introduction and the first chapter of the book that over 15,000 athletes, coaches, and parents have purchased over the last two years.
