Rock's Ride and Run

About a year ago, my boss approached me with an idea for a new feature on our radio stations. The program would be a sports devotional called "The Winner's Circle" and would be hosted by Coach Rock Knapp (who came up with the original idea).

Coach Rock is one of the most fascinating individuals I have had the pleasure to know and work with in my 11 years of broadcasting. Before I met Coach Rock, he was a winning high school football coach. Most noticeably he was the head coach at Sherwood Baptist Christian School -- the same place Facing the Giants was filmed.

A few years ago, Coach Rock was diagnosed with two terminal forms of cancer, but despite this setback Coach Rock has not slowed down one bit. Coach Rock is very involved in the community bringing hope to other cancer patients and spreading the Gospel. He is also working on publishing a children's book geared for children battling illness.

Recently Coach Rock stopped by the studios to cut a Georgia Town Crier program with me. This edition of the program will focus on Rock's Ride and Run -- a duathlon taking place on the west side of Atlanta. Proceeds from this event will help support cancer patients who cannot make various household bills due to their incredible hospital payments.

The Real Life Center of Tyrone has partnered with Coach Rock on this venture and the whole thing kicks off on June 23rd. You can find more info and register as an athlete or sponsor when you visit www.RealLifeCenter.com.