OUR MISSION
TRAINING ATHLETES FOR CHRIST CENTERED IMPACT
“I PRESS ON TOWARDS THE GOAL FOR THE PRIZE OF THE UPWARD CALL OF GOF IS JESUS CHRIST."
PHILLIPIANS 3:14
Rise Athletic Ministries understands that success goes beyond athletic achievements and recognizes the immense influence athletes have as role models and leaders within their spheres of influence. Therefore, we strive to equip them with the necessary tools and values to be catalysts for positive change.
Through our specialized programs, athletes receive top-notch athletic training, encompassing both physical conditioning and skill enhancement while fostering a deep connection with God and instilling principles of integrity, compassion, and servant leadership.
"BUT SEEK FIRST HIS KINGDOM AND HIS RIGHTEOUSNESS, AND ALL THESE THINGS WILL BE GIVEN TO YOU AS WELL."
MATTHEW 6:33
WITH YOUR SUPPORT
“WHOEVER IS GENEROUS TO THE POOR LENDS TO THE LORD, AND HE WILL REPAY HIM FOR HIS DEED."
PROVERBS 19:17
OUR TEAM
MEET OUR MANAGEMENT TEAM
NATHAN SHACKELFORD
FOUNDER/CEO
As an NFL agent, Nathan sees his role as helping athletes accomplish the most they to use the gifts that God has given them. He created Rise Athletic Ministries to meet an industry need and help shape the next generation of professional athletes who aspire to incorporate God in all that they do. Nathan attended Texas A&M for his undergraduate and masters degree and then obtained his Juris Doctorate from SMU's dedman school of law. He is married to his beautiful wife, Sarah, and currently lives in McKinney, TX.
JOHN NWISIENYI
DIRECTOR OF SPORTS PERFORMANCE
John Nwisienyi is recognized as one of the elite strength and performance coaches in the industry. He has over 15+ years of training experience that includes athletes from the NFL, CFL, NBA, EURO-LEAGUE, ASIA & NCAA. John is a strong believer who embraces that his calling in life is to coach. John's passion is mastering functional anatomy to help athletes stay healthier, minimize injuries, improve athletic performance, build their personal confidence and strengthen their relationship with Christ.
