Chris Mckelvie - Head Coach of Bethel University Men's Hockey Team

Jun 13, 2022    Gary Steffes, Chris Mckelvie

Does adversity motivate you or defeat you?

What do college coaches look for in aspiring athletes?

Can you be a Christian and also an intense competitor?


In this Behind the Scenes Story Night, Chris Mckelvie shares his hockey story from Irondale High School to the American Hockey League, through great adversity and refusing to give up when it would be easy to quit.


He also shares his story of coming to faith in Jesus Christ. When you understand your identity in Christ it empowers you to overcome fear, anxiety, insecurity, and comparisons, to be a confident competitor.


Lastly, there is great advice for aspiring college athletes as he shares traits scouts look for in recruits.