Welcome to Church Pew Sports Ep 184 - Did Michigan Really Win? NCAA Scandals, Selective Justice & Sports That Shape Character
In this episode of Church Pew Sports, hosts Bill Hobson and Pastor Paul Miller are joined by guest Pastor Mike Szoradi - a level-headed Michigan fan living in Arizona - to dive deep into one of the most polarizing topics in college football: the Michigan football scandal and the NCAA's controversial response.
The trio debates whether Michigan truly "won" in the end, despite major violations and what many see as a slap-on-the-wrist penalty from the NCAA. Bill pulls no punches as he defends Michigan's competitive ethics and the NCAA's declining authority. Mike offers a measured defense of Michigan's program but admits that the leniency raises serious questions about league enforcement and future integrity across college sports. Paul bridges the conversation with a perspective rooted in faith and fairness, pointing out that even when you keep the title, you might still lose the moral high ground.
The crew compares the NCAA to a tired, out-of-touch parent, overwhelmed and inconsistent in its punishments. From signal-stealing allegations to selective enforcement and TV ratings driving decision-making, this episode asks hard questions: Where is integrity in sports? Who should actually enforce the rules? And what example are we setting for the next generation of athletes?
The episode wraps with a powerful reminder from Matthew 5 about authenticity — being the same person in the locker room, the pulpit, and the living room. It's classic Church Pew Sports: strong opinions, sharp debate, and a constant effort to tie sports back to faith, character, and real life.
This week's CPS Starting Host Lineup:
Bill Hobson
Pastor Paul Miller
Pastor Mike Szoradi
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