Cultivating Champions

The Principles of Servant Coaching for Coaches, Teachers, and Athletes

By: Benjamin Gall

Narrated by: Virtual Voice

“It’s a reality that many coaches and athletes today have lost the joy of sport, often replacing it with a win-at-all-costs mentality. This is where the concept of a servant’s heart comes in, refocusing a coach’s true purpose to coaching and life. Cultivating Champions is a must-read for any coach who wants to rediscover the joy of sport while elevating their skill set.” —Bob Veroulis, Montana FCA State Director

Strategies, Tactics, and Stories to Develop Leaders in Sports and Life

Cultivating Champions is an essential resource for anyone passionate about coaching and teaching. Whether you’re a seasoned coach or just starting your journey, this book will inspire you to lead with a servant’s heart and make a lasting impact on the lives of those you coach.

Drawing on more than two decades of collegiate coaching experience, Dr. Benjamin Gall provides invaluable insights and strategies designed to help coaches, teachers, and athletes develop into leaders with a servant’s heart and a high standard of excellence. This comprehensive guide covers building a strong foundation, fostering meaningful relationships, and instilling trust and balance within your team.

Inside, you’ll find:

• Techniques to develop a winning coaching philosophy
• Strategies for creating engaging and effective practices
• Methods to build trust and accountability within your team
• Practical insights into how to balance competitive success with personal character

“This is a great read for any level of coach, from youth sports coaches to the highest-level collegiate coach in every sport. It is a how-to guide for navigating the complicated life of coaching. Clearly, I could have used this book at every step of my coaching career.” —John Spatz M.S., Retired Head Track & Field Coach, Physical Education/Health/Recreation Faculty, Spokane Community College

“Cultivating Champions is a road map that will help new coaches avoid some potholes while strengthening the skills of veteran coaches. Building trust and safety with your teams can feel like such an abstract challenge, and Ben clearly lays out the steps to create that environment for your athletes. Using timeless wisdom and connecting it in practical ways to the coaching profession, this book will guide you in making a lasting impact on your athletes’ lives.” —Paul Rush, Director of Athletics, Northwest Nazarene University

“We are in a challenging time for universities, athletes, and coaches. Those of us who coach and teach know WHAT we have been called to do. We get caught up in the process of coaching. However, not everyone understands WHY. Cultivating Champions is an excellent reminder of WHY we do this. It is a call to remember our calling.” —Ben Welch, Head Cross Country/Track & Field Coach, Eastern Oregon University


Dr. Benjamin Gall is the Chair of the Department of Kinesiology at Northwest Nazarene University in Nampa, Idaho. His teams secured multiple conference and regional championships, and he received numerous coaching accolades. Dr. Gall has been actively involved with the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, serving at various camps across the western United States. He lives in Idaho with his wife, Rachel, and their three sons.