Welcome to 2026

Welcome to 2026

Welcome to 2026 by Ryan Krzykowski At the risk of perpetuating a cliche with this New Year’s message, we at CFC are praying for a 2026 filled with joy for you all.  May God’s guiding hand be upon you, and may His peace reign in your heart.  May you feel...
Double Closure

Double Closure

Double Closure by Ryan Krzykowski Two seasons came to an end a few weeks ago.  The high school football season I helped coach ended with an upset loss in the state quarterfinal.  That ending came with the usual sting that accompanies a playoff loss, particularly when...
Good Habits – Great Perspective

Good Habits – Great Perspective

Good Habits – Great Perspective by Ryan Krzykowski The words hit me pretty hard: Pray for 7-year-old Francisco in Brazil.  He has ichthyosis, a skin condition that has caused discrimination. Pray for provision and encouraging friends. I certainly don’t...
Cave Dwellers

Cave Dwellers

Cave Dwellers by Ryan Krzykowski Maybe I shouldn’t have been, but I was stunned.  Our guys had just beaten an outstanding opponent on the final night of the regular season.  The 7-1 record these kids achieved earned them the top seed in the state playoffs.  They...
What is Love?

What is Love?

What is Love? by Ryan Krzykowski I coach to help young people compete joyfully — guiding them on a journey toward becoming resilient, selfless encouragers who are known by their love for each other. That purpose statement is something I adopted about five years...
BET

BET

BET by Ryan Krzykowski Sometimes things come my way that knock my socks off.  That happened last week when I listened to the podcast interview our guy Alec did with David Durand, the author of B.E.T. On It: A Psychological Approach to Coaching Gen Z and Beyond. Their...