The Athletics Department complements the academic and spiritual mission of the Temple Baptist College by offering students an athletic experience of high quality through broad based, competitive sports programs for both men and women. To provide such an experience, the department is committed to integrity and excellence in athletics, academics and Christian Character.

As part of the collegiate experience, athletic competition provides student athletes with a wide range of opportunities to enhance their intellectual, physical, social, personal and spiritual development. The department’s goal is to help the student-athlete develop skills, attain graduation, become productive Christian citizens and succeed in life.

In the interest of gender equity and ethnic diversity, the department intends to stand as a leader in providing opportunities for all student athletes, coaches, administration and staff, to showcase their talents and abilities.

Since competition is the trademark of intercollegiate athletics, the Athletics Department is committed to achieving the full potential of each team and each athlete while maintaining compliance with the rules and regulations of the National Christian College Athletic Association, and rules and procedures established by the Temple Baptist College. Dedication to athletic, academic and spiritual excellence will be reflected in the performance of all the college’s athletic teams.

As the only Christian Arts and Sciences College in the Cincinnati area, the department strives to develop strong local, and regional recognition for its teams and foster a sense of community among our constituencies, i.e., the student body, the faculty, the alumni, area high schools, the general public and local churches. This recognition will be achieved not only through outstanding athletic performances, but also with civility with which we conduct ourselves both and off the playing field.

 Don Nelson

Director of Athletics/ Head Basketball Coach
(513) 851-3800 (x3015)