Iwuhoops Presents The Pursuit

In this episode of The Pursuit Podcast, host Coach Jeff Clark is joined by NAIA National Champion, All-American, and current Professional Basketball Player, IWU Alum Evan Maxwell. As they discuss what makes IWUHoops "different" than the rest and how his experiences here have shaped where he is now. This podcast is supported by Momentum Labs, very excited about this partnership! https://momentumlabs.coach

In this episode of The Pursuit Podcast, we continue our series of "IAMDIFFERENT". Our host Coach Jeff Clark is joined by IWU alum Noah Smith to discuss his experiences with the program and how he has used and lived these experiences with IWUHoops out in the world. This podcast is supported by Momentum Labs, very excited about this partnership! https://momentumlabs.coach

Welcome back to another episode of The Pursuit and this seasons series of IAMDIFFERENT. In this episode, hosts Jeff Clark and Greg Tonagel are joined first by three time Big 12 conference coach of the year and 2021 NCAA Champion coach Scott Drew to talk about how their similar approach to growing men in faith has created success for their programs. They are also joined by IWUHoops alum's Josh Mawhorr and Nolan Mader to discuss how being in the culture at IWUHoop has made an impact on them and how they are using it in their careers. This podcast is supported by Momentum Labs, very excited about this partnership! https://momentumlabs.coach

Welcome back to another episode of The Pursuit. In this weeks episode, host Coach Jeff Clark is joined by IWUHoops alum Luke Stephens to discuss how IWUHoops and his experiences allowed him to grow and succeed in role with the Pacers. This podcast is supported by Momentum Labs, very excited about this partnership! https://momentumlabs.coach

Welcome back everyone to episode 5 of this seasons, The Pursuit Podcast. Our host Jeff Clark is joined by former IWUHoops player Nathan Childress as they talk about how IWUHoops made an impact on his life and changed the way he walks in with Christ. This podcast is supported by Momentum Labs, very excited about this partnership! https://momentumlabs.coach

Welcome back for episode 4 of The Pursuit Podcast. In this episode our host, Coach Jeff Clark, is joined by 2018 NAIA National Champion and IWUHoops alum Joel Okafor as he takes on a new role with the Indiana Pacers. We dive deep into what it takes to be "DIFFERENT" at the highest level of basketball but also how IWUHoops has influenced Joel in a positive way!

Welcome back, everyone, to episode 3 of this seasons, The Pursuit Podcast. While we dive back into the IAMDIFFERENT series, Coach Jeff Clark is joined by NAIA National Champion, 2x All American and Hall of Honor Inductee, Jonny Marlin. In this episode, Jonny discusses what was so "DIFFERENT" about his experience at Indiana Wesleyan and how it has changed him to this day.

Welcome, everyone, to the second episode from the newest season of The Pursuit podcast. This episode features Coach Clark sitting down with IWUHoops alum Kyle Mangas to talk about how his experience at IWU has motivated him to become "Different" in the professional basketball scene.

Welcome, everyone, to the new season of "The Pursuit". The theme of this season and series is being "IAMDIFFERENT". In this season premiere, we talk to Coach Tonagel on what it means to be DIFFERENT at IWU but also in the world. Join us this season as we dive deep with former players and alumni on how they have adopted being DIFFERENT to their own lives.

Welcome, everyone, to the season finale of our podcast! Join your hosts, Griff and Nolan alongside Noah Smith, Javan Buchanan, and Nathan Childress as we wrap up the season. Get an exclusive look inside the locker room as we reflect on the highlights of our Kansas City trip, discuss the season's impact, and look ahead to what's next for us. With hearts full of gratitude for God's faithfulness, we also hope for what lies ahead for IWU Hoops. Praise God for allowing us to leave a lasting legacy that ultimately matters to Him. Lastly, thank you to the incredible IWU community for your unwavering support and love throughout the season. Stay tuned for an exciting journey ahead!

Griffin Kleiwer is joined by a group of players and coaches to talk about Senior Nolan Mader.  Nolan has been away from the team for a few weeks due to health complications.  Griffin and the team share inside stories about what makes Mader such an important part of the team and the ways his impact goes far beyond the box score.

Welcome everyone to another episode of The Pursuit Podcast. Walk alongside your hosts, Griff and Nolan as today we're joined by our team captains, Noah Smith and Alex Stauffer. Together, we'll take you on a journey through our recent trip to Puerto Rico, into game-to-game analysis, and explore the profound impact our program has had on these guys. Get ready to witness the essence of these memories and the enduring Iam3rd culture that will have lasting effects beyond the locker room.

Welcome, everyone! Join hosts, Griffin Kliewer and Nolan Mader alongside special guest, senior teammate Jourdain Brown. Today, we are thrilled to bring you an inside look at our team's current status. We are sitting at 8-2 gearing up for an exciting Puerto Rico trip just before Christmas. In this episode, we'll dive into the lessons we've learned from recent games and explore a pivotal moment that occurred during a team devotion led by Coach Tonagel. Drawing from Psalm 139:23-24, each player was encouraged to open up about their sins, frustrations, and fears. This powerful experience fueled a collective commitment to cleaning out the locker room from these vices. Join us as we discuss the transformative impact of confession, both on and off the court, and how it has strengthened our unity as a squad. We firmly believe that embracing Christ's promise of abundant life comes from wholeheartedly committing to Him first, others second, and ourselves third. Our team is truly enjoying the journey of

In this episode, hosts, Griffin Kliewer and Nolan Mader, are joined by special guests, Javan Buchanan and Caedmon Bontrager, to relive the unforgettable night when Coach Tonagel secured his 500th win. Hear from the players as they share their individual stories, reflecting on how Coach Tonagel has influenced their journeys as both players and as men. From the celebratory atmosphere of the milestone night to the enduring impact of the Iam3rd culture, this episode provides an intimate glimpse into the world of IWU hoops.

Join Griffin Kliewer and Nolan Mader as they take you behind the scenes with IWU's newest transfers, Luke Brown and Nathan Childress. In this episode, we explore the contrasting aspects of their prior college journeys and their early experiences at IWU. We dive into the anticipation for the upcoming 2023-2024 season while reiterating the power of the IWU foundational statement, "You have been given a heritage and will leave a legacy." Come along as we welcome fresh talent while upholding our value of keeping God first, others second, and yourself third.

Coach Tonagel and Coach Clark are joined by Griffin Kliewer and Nolan Mader to discuss the comeback of the podcast plus the vision of the upcoming season. We dive into the locker room to explore the team's off-season dedication and our team's hunger after a heartbreaking ending to the 2022-2023 season. Griffin and Nolan are prepared to guide you through the upcoming season's journey as we embrace the Iam3rd lifestyle, allowing God to write our story step by step.

Episode 5.20 “Unconscious” 1st Half (1:00) Coach Tonagel reflects on the season and how to lead 'free of self' in the midst of big victories. 2nd Half (10:51) Coach Tonagel reflects on the season and how to lead 'free of self' in the midst of deep disappointments. Click here for Apple Podcasts Click here for Anchor Podcasts Click here to leave a comment and learn more 

Episode 5.19 “The Aftermath II” 1st Half (1:00) Kyle Mangas, Seth Maxwell and Noah Smith go deeper on what it meant that the season was cancelled and how they have been processing it for what is next. 2nd Half (9:49) Coach Clark and Coach Tonagel reflect on what they are learning about leadership in an IAM3 culture. Click here for Apple Podcasts Click here for Anchor Podcasts Click here to leave a comment and see more

Episode 5.18 “The Aftermath I” 1st Half (1:00) The seniors talk about the emotions of the tournament being cancelled. 2nd Half (26:53) Coach Tonagel shares about what he went through as a leader as the news came out that the tournament would not be played. Click here for Apple Podcasts Click here for Anchor Podcasts Click here to leave a comment and learn more 

Episode 5.17 “#4?” 1st Half (1:00) Coach Tonagel gives insight into how he was feeling heading in to the national tournament. 2nd Half (5:22) Seth Maxwell and Kyle Mangas share the confidence the team had as the national tournament started. Click here for Apple Podcasts Click here for Anchor Podcasts Click here to leave a comment and learn more