Oklahoma's Grace Lyons reads her 'Dear Softball' letter

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  • Опубликовано: 3 янв 2025

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  • @shea72
    @shea72 Год назад +348

    I can't believe I'm gonna say this, but the entire 2023 Sooners woman softball season is probably one of the greatest sermons I've heard. Congrats ladies.

  • @sarahkingston7421
    @sarahkingston7421 Год назад +148

    I love the line" It's just something I do, not who I am."

  • @markwhite6782
    @markwhite6782 Год назад +209

    Multiple National Championships, best friends, coach Gasso and future husband but her main accoplishment was "the Lord has given me a platform to shine a light that the world tries to dim." Can that statement be topped?

    • @davidrobinson3744
      @davidrobinson3744 Год назад +10

      No I don't think so. Amazing to be so young and have priorities so in line! God is glorified by what these ladies have accomplished and made their top accomplishment!

    • @Setfree316
      @Setfree316 Год назад +7

      Yes. Jesus Christ is the light of the world that the world can never dim.
      The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness can never extinguish it.
      John 1:5

    • @Julie-kb3mo
      @Julie-kb3mo Год назад +7

      Way to go, God !! 🙏🏽
      🥲 💜

    • @MattKingsley-zy7dn
      @MattKingsley-zy7dn Год назад +3

      No It cannot be topped. Absolutely Awesome!

    • @shayleenjoubert2008
      @shayleenjoubert2008 Год назад +1

      Amen. Our identity is in CHRIST Jesus🎉❤

  • @jplatt06
    @jplatt06 Год назад +264

    Wow. Grace is truly one of the most incredible people I’ve ever seen. Gave me chills watching this. God bless her and Turk 🙌

  • @getsome3788
    @getsome3788 Год назад +129

    I'm an FSU fan and I respect you Grace.

    • @ThatGuy-bj3wy
      @ThatGuy-bj3wy Год назад +8

      Looking forward to the game tonight. Bless you and yours and congrats on a great season.
      Boomer

    • @conservachick100
      @conservachick100 Год назад

      ❤. From a Sooner fan.

  • @Ajax9774
    @Ajax9774 Год назад +135

    So well spoken and such a wonderful role model.
    I wish there were more young women like her in this world that our little girls could all look up to.
    Grace of God Lyons ✝

  • @timpowers5267
    @timpowers5267 Год назад +48

    That is what it's all about...thanks for sharing Grace! Oklahoma will miss you!

  • @ditzy6014
    @ditzy6014 Год назад +54

    Amen Grace! You are truly an inspiration to not only young people but to older ones too. May you and Turk have a Blessed life!

  • @butter7734
    @butter7734 Год назад +16

    Found this girl and Oklahoma softball from her bf. Now I just watch Oklahoma softball. I never seen a better softball team in my life.

  • @jeremykolb6811
    @jeremykolb6811 Год назад +2

    Not sure how this even popped into my suggestions but honored to have watched it. The light in those eyes!

  • @garycloud9631
    @garycloud9631 Год назад +44

    Dear Grace, I want to thank you and commend you for that amazing testimony to the greatness of God in your life. There is no doubt in my mind that you have had a significant impact on your team and that God has used you in mighty ways. Praise the Lord that there are young women like you who will stand for the the things of the Lord. God bless you as you move on with your life and your pending marriage. You are truly and inspiration on and off the field.

    • @michaeldwyer9645
      @michaeldwyer9645 Год назад +1

      Thank you so much for sharing your faith. Totally awesome. Such a great role model

  • @russcowles8516
    @russcowles8516 Год назад +2

    I have a 13-year-old who loves softball, but has no chance of playing at such a competitive level. She has learned the same joy through the girls whom which she plays softball. I am glad to see the bright light of success and fame haven’t dimmed your faith, rather your faith has been strengthens. Grace, thank you for your story. Carry on!

  • @lla9933
    @lla9933 Год назад +23

    So awesome to hear this! I applaud you Grace for being "unapologetic" and unashamed to share the Gospel and the joy that you have in Christ. Thank you for sharing! Congratulations on another championship and your accolades. May God continue to bless you in all that He has next for you.

  • @amandarodriguez1605
    @amandarodriguez1605 Год назад +9

    Love you sister, sincerely, a Bruin fan.

  • @scottlong9813
    @scottlong9813 Год назад +55

    Love what you and Michael have done to spread the good news of Jesus Christ to the world from a university of Oklahoma athletic platform. You make all of us Sooner fans so proud. God Bless you and Michael’s impending nuptials. I pray God continues to bless both of you and your life together. I will always follow both of your ministries. Thank you for your hard work and commitment to the game and the university! Boomer Sooner!! Good luck tonight!! Go get #7!!!

  • @karenedwards937
    @karenedwards937 Год назад +51

    Great job Grace! So proud that you brought Christ into your letter and are using your public platform to minister to the masses. God bless you as you wrap up (win!) hopefully tonight and get ready for your wedding to the Turk-ster.

  • @mr30belowAK
    @mr30belowAK Год назад +99

    So amazing to watch these girls winning not only on the field but ultimately in life. Every chance they get they put God first and it has been amazing to watch as they constantly get attacked. The prayer after games, the celebrations, the winning people choose every avenue of attack and they still but God first.

  • @courtneyballard3169
    @courtneyballard3169 Год назад +10

    There is just no one better than Miss Grace! She is the best person I have never met. I’m so happy for you Grace! Congratulations for the 3peat!

  • @lynnhazlewood9738
    @lynnhazlewood9738 Год назад +10

    I am so pleased that you have the strength of character to share your testimony with those around you. I enjoy watching you and your team play, but what I like the most is when the team you play against joins you all in a moment of prayer and thanksgiving after the game. Don't ever dim your light. You are needed.

  • @bellajordy2401
    @bellajordy2401 Год назад +58

    Amen! This is so beautiful. Praise the Lord!!

    • @Gitn2it
      @Gitn2it Год назад +1

      Amen. So happy seeing young people give God the glory.

  • @frankmartin7611
    @frankmartin7611 Год назад +10

    That was outstanding young lady!!!!

  • @barbararapson2352
    @barbararapson2352 9 месяцев назад +1

    my daughter is 13 and her name is Grace. This is one of her main idols. thank you Grace for leading and showing the way to.other young girls. you are a true inspiration and a true testament to keeping your heart alwyas true to god above first and foremost

  • @JBirdfilms126
    @JBirdfilms126 Год назад +31

    What a strong young woman in her faith. Thank you for being a vessel of Christ and for being such a role model for young athletes in Christ. BATL

  • @DCG550
    @DCG550 Год назад +9

    What an incredible young woman. A great mentor that young girls can model themselves after. She puts everything in its proper perspective and is most deserving of the captain’s “C” on her uniform.

  • @jdmaster13
    @jdmaster13 Год назад +8

    What an inspiration you are, Grace! God bless you for spreading His word and for always giving Him the glory!

  • @JackG_Entertainment
    @JackG_Entertainment Год назад +15

    Love ya Grace!! I’m so glad you are so vocal about your faith!!! I wish you all the best in the future!!

  • @Sam_Blakley
    @Sam_Blakley Год назад +7

    Thanks. This made my hair raise.He is the way the life and the truth❤

    • @gregmatz3693
      @gregmatz3693 Год назад +1

      This made my hair raise also and I am bald.

    • @Sam_Blakley
      @Sam_Blakley Год назад

      @@gregmatz3693 lol

  • @lutz1114
    @lutz1114 Год назад +4

    Big fan from Connecticut Grace. Class on and off the field. Good luck in the future. I will greatly miss watching you play.

  • @nathanlosinski824
    @nathanlosinski824 Год назад +6

    Thanks for all of the Great Memories Grace!

  • @Tankdog11
    @Tankdog11 Год назад +1

    Your words give me so much hope for your generation. My son just finished his freshman year as a division 1 swimmer and I pray he exemplifies your beliefs in and out of the pool. Thank you so much!!!! God Bless.

  • @jamiebellamy6235
    @jamiebellamy6235 Год назад +1

    It was hard to deal with you beating Clemson. After watching this I have so much respect for you and your program. You are a shining light for Christ.

  • @todlocher6692
    @todlocher6692 Год назад +4

    I have newfound respect for you Grace! Good luck on your game tonight!

  • @rachelmcmullan7620
    @rachelmcmullan7620 Год назад +25

    so inspiring to hear these words from Grace! I don't play softball, i play tennis and in a few months will leave to go play college tennis, and i can be reminded that tennis is just something that i do, but I am a child of God, and i pray that i can reach teammates and others who have not heard of Jesus, because no matter the accomplishments that i achieve, matches i win, i cant do any of that without God, and in the end, those things will leave, but I am so glad to be with God forever!

  • @cletustollery6914
    @cletustollery6914 Год назад +1

    From the Hawkeye State...... Much respect Grace! You Rep your school, the midwest, your state, your family, your team, your values and beliefs! WELL PLAYED, YOUNG LADY.... on and off the field!

  • @johnnylr23
    @johnnylr23 Год назад +5

    I am going to miss this one very much, I am (WE ARE) truly bless to see THE greatest shortstop in women's college softball. I love her praise for our dear and SAVIOR JESUS CHRIST...I wish this program never ends, with these unbelievable talented ladies, they need to be recognize in a big way. Such joy and honor to have watched her and her teamates play and having great times. Not just OU crew, I mean every team out there are just amazing....GOD BLESS and congrats to everything you stand for and accomplish. I hate these softball letters, it just tears me up knowing we wont be able to follow these BEAUTIFUL PLAYERS again

  • @candyholloway6470
    @candyholloway6470 Год назад +1

    From a fellow Sooner ... May God continue to bless you and your family.

  • @po350
    @po350 Год назад +1

    This has inspired me in so many ways. Thank you Grace and the Sooners woman softball team...

  • @hesedken
    @hesedken Год назад +5

    Love you, Grace. Your witness means very much to me. By the way, I put one of your videos on my channel.

  • @gailcreel
    @gailcreel Год назад +2

    What a beautiful testimony. This is a hero young athletes can look up to.

  • @serekithegreat
    @serekithegreat Год назад +4

    Amen! God bless you young lady. What a refreshing message to the world. You are an inspiration to young people from sea to shining sea. We will miss you when you leave but will always be a part of this wonderful state. Keep keepin on girl. 🙏🏾✝️😊

  • @r_arringt0n
    @r_arringt0n Год назад +4

    Grace has been such an inspiration to me with her faith on and off the field. I really strive to follow in her footsteps - her college career was amazing! 💗

  • @Cre8ive_Juice
    @Cre8ive_Juice Год назад +1

    Wow!.. I'm in tears.. what an amazing letter.

  • @KERRI2UGANDA
    @KERRI2UGANDA Год назад +29

    This is amazing, you have someone to direct every step you take. Your sister in Christ, Kerri Phillips (I love watching y’all play)

  • @LARRYCAL
    @LARRYCAL Год назад +1

    Thank you Grace for all the great memories. Turk is a blessed Man God bless you

  • @lynneschannel7325
    @lynneschannel7325 Год назад +1

    So beautiful, Grace. Brings tears to my eyes. You & Michael be richly blessed. 😊

  • @Preceptor-lf1ht
    @Preceptor-lf1ht Год назад +1

    ABSOLUTELY AMAZING YOUNG LADY! Thank you to you and all of your teammates…

  • @leeyadrick4469
    @leeyadrick4469 Год назад +1

    I am so impressed with the courage of her and her teammates. They are truly blessed!!! Thank you, young ladies to remind me of your power!!!

  • @chrisdilbeck2565
    @chrisdilbeck2565 Год назад +1

    This young lady has has amazed me so many times on and off the field but this brought tears to my eyes and joy to my heart I pray God continues bless you all the days of your life and hope HE reveals so many amazing things that are done in HIS name . Thanks for all you do

  • @randysiler7458
    @randysiler7458 Год назад

    So proud of them and I have never followed them. I just randomly have watched college softball occasionally on television. Always was impressed with the talent. 👍👍🙏

  • @sheriscofield7487
    @sheriscofield7487 Год назад +1

    Thank you for being brave Grace! You are an inspiration to me to never give up on those I love whose lights have dimmed. Blessings...❤

  • @gmass7238
    @gmass7238 Год назад +2

    She is an amazing young lady ... God Bless you in your next chapters of life...

  • @sarahkingston7421
    @sarahkingston7421 Год назад +13

    Grace.. Amen Amen Amen.. you and Michael are a true blessing and I am so blessed and excited to meet you both , my sister and brother in Christ on that day..
    Love and prayers..💯🇨🇦❤️🙏

  • @MR-um9hx
    @MR-um9hx Год назад +5

    Amazing "GRACIE".......HALLELUJAH

  • @chantalsmalley400
    @chantalsmalley400 Год назад +1

    Thanks for being such a good example for the upcoming youth! You are inspiring … keep sharing your faith with that strength and conviction 🙏

  • @JoJoRocks5
    @JoJoRocks5 Год назад +1

    You Girls ROCK!!!
    Never apologize for being you!! And your stands on faith🎉

  • @Nicefoolkilla
    @Nicefoolkilla Год назад +1

    Much respect to this young woman and her teammates. Also, OU SOFTBALL!

  • @wendellolden1796
    @wendellolden1796 Год назад +6

    Congrats on the engagement and let God lead you guys 🙏🏿

  • @rickydrawdy3630
    @rickydrawdy3630 Год назад

    Wow that was beautiful and inspiring. My daughter grew up since the age of 8 years old she played travel softball and ended up pitching in college. It truly is a close sisterhood in softball and I got to watch it from the outside in. Congrats to the OU ladies on there Championship. All glory be to God!

  • @robertsutphen2333
    @robertsutphen2333 Год назад +1

    Thankyou young lady. I watched you and your team through out then entire year. I’ve enjoyed you so much and Thankyou for praising God !

  • @loriwilliamson5738
    @loriwilliamson5738 Год назад +1

    You have given the world hope for a future! Stay strong; stay bold.

  • @evanwillard0317
    @evanwillard0317 Год назад +1

    I’m in tears, that was amazing to hear

  • @Hangtime37
    @Hangtime37 Год назад +3

    Amazing. Thank you Lord!!!!!!!

  • @debbieschronk8327
    @debbieschronk8327 Год назад +1

    You are the absolute greatest God must love and admire your Goodness!!! You are touching peoples heart all over the word!, please never stop!,

  • @bbsnavely1
    @bbsnavely1 Год назад

    Thank you for being such a good role model to my two girls playing softball.

  • @staceyboulmetis6862
    @staceyboulmetis6862 Год назад +1

    You have changed my life!

  • @NFS305
    @NFS305 Год назад +1

    Glad to see NCAA publish this.

  • @fronk3653
    @fronk3653 Год назад +1

    This is a formidable team. Thank you sooners.

  • @johnleach4880
    @johnleach4880 Год назад +5

    One of Gods warriors. She'll always have a significant place in the annals of OU softball. Best of luck to her and a equally devoted believer Turk. A match made only in heaven.

  • @andyholley4558
    @andyholley4558 Год назад +22

    Grace, you truly have a servants heart and Thanks for standing up for the ultimate cause especially in these difficult times when the world is trying to push our Savior completely out of the picture. We have the awesome knowledge that the world won't succeed. GOD Bless you and your Christian walk.

  • @jeffreyscott7126
    @jeffreyscott7126 Год назад +1

    What a great testimony! Congratulations on your team's national championship and God bless you as you live your life!

  • @Summer_09
    @Summer_09 Год назад +1

    this was so good it gave me chills everything she said was so motivating and true!!! 😊
    god bless grace lyons

  • @JoeWoods-it8jm
    @JoeWoods-it8jm Год назад +1

    Grace I've been a Sooner fan since the 60's and I can honestly say your one of my favorite athletes to ever wear the crimson and cream. Congrats on the marriage to Turk another favorite . Put God first and your union will flourish and keep spreading the good news.

  • @CarolinaNocked
    @CarolinaNocked Год назад

    I love this SOOO much and it will touch so many people. Bless you 🙏

  • @susang.6670
    @susang.6670 Год назад

    So special! You are the embodiment of the title hymn "Amazing Grace ". 😊❤

  • @benez7014
    @benez7014 Год назад +1

    She is AMAZING!!!! What a great example of a woman.

  • @1117jone
    @1117jone Год назад +1

    So beautiful ❤️❤️ made e cry happy tears!

  • @user-bt8vn3dj6o
    @user-bt8vn3dj6o Год назад +1

    Beautiful words.

  • @salvadorperez2450
    @salvadorperez2450 Год назад

    I'm UCLA fan but softball has so much sportsmanship, i feel for seniors and this new tradition of letter toSB bless u Grace gonna miss ur competitiveness just u all grow on us all fans thru ur4years

  • @lorrainegrobler340
    @lorrainegrobler340 Год назад

    What a testimony.
    What a brave and sincere woman. God bless you

  • @fronk3653
    @fronk3653 Год назад +1

    What a speech. I'm overjoyed.

  • @johnjohn7551
    @johnjohn7551 Год назад +1

    Love these girls for sticking up for themselves because they are winners! Dont stop beating the hell out of these other teams and celebrate as much as you want. U deserve it just like the NFL players enjoy it. Im now a huge fan!

  • @martingilley5162
    @martingilley5162 Год назад

    God bless and keep you. You are an amazing young lady who is such a positive influence on younger players. Take care and stay well.

  • @missann7
    @missann7 Год назад +6

    Love this!!

  • @fernandoguevara8258
    @fernandoguevara8258 Год назад +1

    'How beautiful are the feet of those who share the Gospel of Grace". Keep running the race until the finish. Lord Bless you. And thank you!

  • @Elise777ful
    @Elise777ful Год назад +5

    Beautiful letter and testimony of the righteousness, hope, peace, and joy found only in the Father and His Son! Thank you for your bold faith. He is WORTHY!

  • @carlanfoltz8536
    @carlanfoltz8536 Год назад

    😭thank you for your courage to shine His light!❤

  • @savannahperry2157
    @savannahperry2157 Год назад +1

    Amen! Let's go sister!

  • @c.w1559
    @c.w1559 Год назад +1

    Soo proud of her!!! Praise God for her strength and voice

  • @solemanbuffalo1622
    @solemanbuffalo1622 Год назад +1

    This woman is truly special. Her name is perfect!

  • @susanmiller6237
    @susanmiller6237 Год назад +1

    God bless these ladies always 🙏❤

  • @smokey689
    @smokey689 Год назад +1

    Truly a wonderful woman, I am so thankful for you and your fiance sharing your faith on the biggest platforms. Thank you for coming to be a part of okla you guys will always be loved here

  • @828_Nate
    @828_Nate Год назад +1

    Wow!! Thank you for showing this
    !

  • @1rustyboy1
    @1rustyboy1 Год назад

    Nice, you came from a great family as well. Taking you to practice and games since a child. Wish I could have had that.

  • @joflemig
    @joflemig Год назад +2

    I loved this! Thank you, Grace. ❤

  • @jmpsportsintl7607
    @jmpsportsintl7607 Год назад

    Blessings to.the team and the university

  • @justanothernamlessperson
    @justanothernamlessperson Год назад +1

    Amen,
    What an amazing team.

  • @jalenwillis2605
    @jalenwillis2605 Год назад +1

    Amen that was a good story Grace you have accomplished so much at OU 🙏❤️

  • @mrspmullen1
    @mrspmullen1 Год назад +1

    Thankful for women like you who can be an example to my daughter. She’s a level 8 gymnast with her sights on competing in college. I pray for the exact things you shared; that gymnastics would not be an identity but a vessel. I had her listen to your letter and I know it encouraged her. Thank you for being bold for Jesus!

  • @aelh123
    @aelh123 Год назад +1

    Chills down my whole body ! ❤️‍🔥

  • @elisaromero7939
    @elisaromero7939 Год назад

    God Bless Your Heart !
    And protect & surround you on your journey ❤