Joel Pfaff

Holiness and Hoops

Religion EN ↓ 9 episodes

WELCOME TO HOLINESS AND HOOPS! We are here to spread the Gospel and grow the community of believers. The main way we do this is by connecting it to the world of basketball and proving the heavy connection between the two. In short episodes, you can learn about different Basketball figures who are leaders in faith and spend time in prayer. Enjoy!

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Joel Pfaff

Episodes

Josh Dotzler LIVE INTERVIEW + Ephesians 2 28.03.2026 40:47

In today's episode, Joel and Josh take a deep dive into purpose, being change makers in the community, and rooting our lives in God. Shoutout Omahats for being the sponsor of this video. Use code "Holy Hoops" for 15% off and go shop at the link below: https://shopomahats.com/?srsltid=AfmBOoo7T7bD8sk61U8UaMKacYCkr7GxI6amCWd0wLvG4tPp5vT91ldt Josh is the CEO at Abide Omaha. To learn more and get invo...

Fr. Kelly LIVE INTERVIEW + 1 Corinthians 24.02.2026 57:30

On today's episode, Joel and Fr. Kelly of Creighton University dive into the deep ties between sport and religion. Hear from the man who influenced NBA legends and MLB greats. Fr. Kelly explains his findings and helps explain what the connections mean and how we can work with sports to do good. They conclude with prayer and a bible reflection on 1 Corinthians.

Isaac Traudt LIVE INTERVIEW + John 16 27.01.2026 53:41

On today's episode, Joel and Isaac dive into the life of Isaac Traudt. They explore his journey from Grand Island, Nebraska, to the ACC to back home in the Big East. They conclude with a Bible reflection on John 16 and prayer.

Jackson McAndrew + Ty Davis LIVE INTERVIEW 16.11.2025 53:25

Today, Joel, Jackson, and Ty dive into talking about all things basketball and faith. With lots of talk on trusting God, playing for an audience of one, and staying rooted, this episode is a must-watch. As always, the episode closes out with a prayer on Matthew 24. Enjoy, subscribe, and GOD BLESS!

Hudson Greer LIVE INTERVIEW + Matthew 28 03.11.2025 33:59

Today, Joel interviews Hudson Greer as they take a deep dive into faith and basketball. Hudson describes his faith journey and ties it to his recruiting process and the first couple of months in college. The episode is closed out with a prayer reflection, as usual, on Matthew 28. Enjoy and God Bless!

Owen Freeman LIVE INTERVIEW + Proverbs 3 20.09.2025 29:49

Today, Joel has his first guest on the podcast, star Creighton Men's Basketball Center Owen Freeman! They take a deep dive into the life of Owen and have faith-filled conversations, tying it to all things hoops. Recent NIL news and, of course, scripture reflection and prayer can also be expected.

Jonathan Issac + Luke 6 31.08.2025 25:18

Today, Joel dives into some NIL news, the life of Jonathan Isaac, and does some scripture reflection with Luke 6.

Joe Mazzulla + Ecclesiastes 2 01.08.2025 25:28

Today, we discuss CJ McCollum's comments, Joe Mazzulla's life, and spend time in prayer and reflection relating to Ecclesiastes 2. I hope you enjoy. God Bless!

Gordon Hayward + Psalm 77 25.07.2025 24:37

Today, we explore news in NIL, the religious life of Gordon Hayward, and spend time praying on Psalm 77. God Bless, enjoy!