What is Man Among Boys?
A “Man Among Boys” is a man who lives with a purpose outside of himself; he lives for others. He understands that his life, his decisions, and his actions directly affect and influence the development of his sons.
During the years that I coached high school sports, the phrase man among boys was used quite often. It described an athlete who was superior in many ways to the other boys on the field. He may have been bigger, stronger, faster or just possessed far greater skill in the sport than anyone else. You may have heard this phrase used in many other settings as I also have. Regardless if it is sports, education, work, or any other arena, a man among boys is a person who is exceptionally more knowledgeable and skilled amongst his peers. Usually, this person serves as a leader and the one that the team looks to when they need an answer or some heroic feat when the game is on the line.
Isn’t this the role a dad should be to his boys?
“Man Among Boys” is a movement and a call to action created to Equip, Encourage, and Empower MEN who are raising the next generation of MEN. Whether you are a dad, grandpa, uncle, big brother or any other man serving boys in a leading role, this was created for you.
What about moms/daughters? My vision and passion for this is driven by the urgent need I see for boys to grow up with a positive male role model in their lives. Although much of this is directed at fathers, so much of this certainly relates to moms of boys and dads with daughters. I would love for moms raising sons to join with us and share in this content and movement. From time to time, my wife and possibly other women, will contribute under the MOM Among Boys heading.
What makes me the ultimate authority on raising boys? Nothing! I do not claim to be an expert at any level. I am a dad, just like you, trying to do the best I can. Maybe I am just leading the charge as we unite together on this adventurous journey we call fatherhood! You may not agree with everything that you read here. That’s ok! Part of being a man is having the wisdom and confidence to filter. Hopefully you will find something here that you can relate to and implement in your life. If not, I encourage you to find the resources you need to help you be the best dad you can be for your sons. Also, the content on this site is not meant to take the place of professional counseling or assistance. If you need help, I encourage you to contact the proper authorities.
Are you a Man Among Boys?
About Zac
I am husband to a vibrant, beautiful, and joyful wife. I am the dad to three unbelievably amazing, spirited, and adventurous boys. I am currently a business owner who has found his voice and outlet in life; writing. I love all things outdoors, especially when the whole family is involved. I have a masters degree in leadership and hope to one day work towards that doctorate…we’ll see. I’m enjoying spending my time with these boys for now!
I have served in many different roles during my working years. I have been a personal trainer, a fitness gym supervisor, a teacher, a high school football, baseball, and powerlifting coach, a high school administrator, an athletic director, and for the last several years, a construction business owner. Over the years I have been blessed to serve in men’s’ ministry, led various men’s groups and marriage groups, church elder, little league baseball and football coach. I list all of these to say this, I have been heavily involved in the development of boys and men of all stages of life. I have seen the joy and the hurt in young boys and have seen the same in old men. I have engaged with the teenage boys that are severely wounded from either a physically or emotionally absent father. I have stood beside young and older men who carry hurt, anger, or even depression from the same scenario. Believe me when I say that I am passionate about helping men.
