Cincinnati Christian University Student-Athletes Serve In India
Cincinnati Christian University Student-Athletes Serve In India
Athletes in Action partnership sends students to Southeast Asia
Cincinnati, Ohio - March 8, 2009 - Seven student-athletes from Cincinnati Christian University partnered with Athletes in Action in Mangalore, India. The CCU students coached 250 college students at St. Joseph's Engineering College in soccer, volleyball, and basketball.
Starting at 5:30 in the morning the students would lead two hours of strength and conditioning before breakfast. Throughout the camp, the CCU students found that coaching allows for immediate common ground with others and provides a natural platform to share their faith.
One CCU student stated "sports are an international language that breaks down all barriers of nationality, language, or religion." The administration at St. Joseph's Engineering College shared the sentiment and stated "this has been a once in a lifetime experience for our students, and we are truly thankful to the Cincinnati Christian University student-athletes for their personal generosity and coaching expertise."
An Indian student said "I have never been told great job, by a coach before. This has been the best week ever." Athletes in Action has received requests to return to run more camps in India. AIA plans on taking three more trips this year.
Anyone interested in partnering with AIA should contact: Benjamin Thomas, AIA Director of Southeast Asia at Benjamin.thomas@aia.com
Contact:
Troy Justice
tjustice@munozfoundation.org
Cincinnati, Ohio
Ph: 513-240-6970