In this special episode of Beyond Coaching, Rob is joined by Dr. Wendy Moeller-Seib, Assistant Professor of Theology at Friends University, and recent graduate Kelli Seiwert to explore the groundbreaking research they’ve conducted on the intersection of faith, identity, and college athletics.

Together, they dive into how student-athletes at a Christian university understand the body, spirituality, and performance—and what that means for coaches, parents, and sports leaders who want to do it right.

Topics Covered:

• Why many athletes struggle to see their body as holy

• How a coach’s actions shape team culture and spiritual development

• The unseen emotional toll of injury and pressure to perform

• When team belonging amplifies or undermines faith

• Practical tips for coaches to engage injured players and avoid transactional leadership

Books from the Impactful Coaching Project:

• Coaching and Leading the 21st Century Athlete

• Athletic Department Leadership and Developing Coaches

• Available on Amazon: Visit Rob Ramseyer’s Author Page

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Rob Ramseyer Dr. Rob Ramseyer

Dr. Rob Ramseyer is the Co-Founder of the Impactful Coaching Project and Vice President of Athletics and Strategic Expansion at Friends University, overseeing 24 teams and serving on the President’s Cabinet. Under his leadership, the department has achieved significant success across all areas, earning him honors such as the KCAC Director of the Year and the NACDA Athletic Director of the Year. He resides in Wichita, KS, with his wife, Charlie, and their four children.