Welcome to the Dugout

The Dugout is a place to find faith-centered devotionals and reflections for athletes, parents, and coaches. Some entries focus on faith lived out On the Field—through effort, discipline, teamwork, and competition. Others speak to faith Off the Field, shaping character, identity, family life, and how we walk with God each day. Whether you’re navigating competition or carrying something deeper, choose the path that fits where you are today. Take what you need. Reflect honestly. And step back into life—strengthened and grounded.

The Dugout

Commitment > Emotion

Commitment > Emotion

Jason Blevins

Emotion is loud. Commitment is quiet. Emotion feels strong in the moment. Commitment stays when the moment fades.

Commitment > Emotion

Jason Blevins

Emotion is loud. Commitment is quiet. Emotion feels strong in the moment. Commitment stays when the moment fades.

The Standard

The Standard

Jason Blevins

There’s a difference between a goal and a standard. A goal is something you chase. A standard is something you live. Goals change. Standards don’t. At Texas 96, we don’t...

The Standard

Jason Blevins

There’s a difference between a goal and a standard. A goal is something you chase. A standard is something you live. Goals change. Standards don’t. At Texas 96, we don’t...

Foundation

Foundation

Jason Blevins

What you build on determines what you become. In sports, nothing meaningful is built overnight. No strong swing. No confident throw. No steady glove. Everything starts with a foundation — and...

Foundation

Jason Blevins

What you build on determines what you become. In sports, nothing meaningful is built overnight. No strong swing. No confident throw. No steady glove. Everything starts with a foundation — and...

God > ⬆️ ⬇️

God > ⬆️ ⬇️

Jason Blevins

God is Greater than My Ups and Downs Pray In. “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever.” — Hebrews 13:8 (NLT) The Reflection Life is full of highs...

God > ⬆️ ⬇️

Jason Blevins

God is Greater than My Ups and Downs Pray In. “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever.” — Hebrews 13:8 (NLT) The Reflection Life is full of highs...

Battles: Off the Field

Battles: Off the Field

Jason Blevins

Not all battles are loud. Some are carried quietly — stress no one sees, doubts we don’t talk about, fears that surface when life slows down. These battles don’t come...

Battles: Off the Field

Jason Blevins

Not all battles are loud. Some are carried quietly — stress no one sees, doubts we don’t talk about, fears that surface when life slows down. These battles don’t come...

Reflect

Reflect

Jason Blevins

Reflection isn’t about regret. It isn’t about replaying mistakes or measuring ourselves against others. Reflection is about alignment. Before anything strong is built, the ground must be examined. Before we move...

Reflect

Jason Blevins

Reflection isn’t about regret. It isn’t about replaying mistakes or measuring ourselves against others. Reflection is about alignment. Before anything strong is built, the ground must be examined. Before we move...

The Journey Matters

The Journey Matters

Jason Blevins

The journey shapes us more than the finish line ever could. True growth happens in the middle—when motivation fades and purpose takes over. Every rep, setback, and step forward builds...

The Journey Matters

Jason Blevins

The journey shapes us more than the finish line ever could. True growth happens in the middle—when motivation fades and purpose takes over. Every rep, setback, and step forward builds...