{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Did Michigan Really Win? NCAA Scandals, Selective Justice & Sports That Shape Character","description":"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\u2019s controversial response. The trio debates whether Michigan truly \u201cwon\u201d 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\u2019s declining authority. Mike offers a measured defense of Michigan\u2019s 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 \u2014 being the same person in the locker room, the pulpit, and the living room. It\u2019s 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 --------- Did you know you can now WATCH Church Pew Sports on our new YOUTUBE Channel? You can listen to EVERY episode of CPS by visiting Churchpewsports.com\/ We would love to hear your thoughts, comments, and questions. Reach out to us at: churchpewsports316@gmail.com Stay connected to Church Pew Sports on Facebook and Twitter @CPewsSports316   ","author_name":"Church Pew Sports Podcast","author_url":"http:\/\/churchpewsports.com","html":"