Author Archives: Zachary Mueller

The Story of Baseball Legend Mickey Mantle. If the previous link does not work, try this link – What Really Matters?. Summary Today’s topic is “What Really Matters?” Have you ever asked yourself this question? Famous evangelist Billy Graham once said, “. . . the only thing that really counts is not how others seeContinue reading “Podcast: “What Really Matters?””

A Short and Humorous Vlog About J.J. Watt. Summary In this vlog, I quickly looked at just a few of the daily routines that NFL SuperStar J.J. Watt uses to keep in shape. I explore his workout time, bed time, as well as how much he eats. What makes J.J. Watt so effective on andContinue reading “Keeping In Shape”

Stories of Athletes Who Sacrificed for Their Teammates. What is sacrifice? Sacrifice is a word that many people do not like. The word “sacrifice” is often associated with giving up our happiness in order that someone else can be happy. On the other hand, some people may associate the term happiness with those who serveContinue reading “Team Mentality”

A Podcast Discussing the Meaning of True Happiness. In case that link doesn’t work, here is another – Does Success Equal Happiness? Transcription Welcome! My name is Zachary Mueller and this is the first ever episode of Short Sports Stories! Our purpose is to find purpose in sports. Now, the topic that I want toContinue reading “Podcast: “Does Success = Happiness?””

Stories of athletes who helped people in need. Story: How professional athletes are using their influence to help individuals and communities Do professional athletes really care about other people? How can athletes use their influence to help other people around the world? In this post, I want to give two quick examples of athletes whoContinue reading “Using Your Influence”

The Story of an Athlete Who Overcame Hardships on His Way to Fulfilling His Dream. Story: Malcolm Butler Life had been hard Malcolm Butler had been through some tough times in his life. He had played football and run track during high school. But, he was only given a scholarship to play football from aContinue reading “Breaking The Tackles of Life”