Podcasts about pro sports

Reid Ferguson is in his 6th season with the Buffalo Bills as their long snapper. He played his college football at LSU before signing as an undrafted free agent with the Bills in 2016.  Today, Brock Huard talks to Reid Ferguson about their playoff victory over the Patriots, preparing for their divisional matchup with the Chiefs, his journey of faith in Christ, being in the NFL with a brother who plays for the Dolphins, and what discipleship has looked like in the Bills locker room this year. --- Looking for a great gift idea? Order our new devotional book: "The Increase 52 Week Devotional: Inspiring Stories of Faith from the World of Pro Sports." 

John Cooper is the founder and lead singer of the successful rock band Skillet. The two-time GRAMMY Award-nominated 12x platinum band was recently invited into Pandora's Billionaire club after garnering 2 billion streams.  Between selling out arenas on four continents, Cooper has found time to launch his own podcast, COOPER STUFF PODCAST, and released his first book, "Awake and Alive to Truth" in 2020.  Skillet's latest album "Dominion" released on January 14th and the first single, "Surviving the Game" has reached over 3.6 million views on YouTube. Skillet's music has been featured on ESPN, MARVEL, MLB, WWE, NFL and the NHL.  Today on the podcast, we talk to John about the heart behind Skillet's new album, having his music featured on the World Series or ESPN and his love for Larry Bird and the Boston Celtics as a kid.  --- Looking for a great gift idea? Order our new devotional book: "The Increase 52 Week Devotional: Inspiring Stories of Faith from the World of Pro Sports." 

Mitch Canham is the head baseball coach for the Oregon State. In 2021, he led the Beavers to 37-24 record and reached the NCAA Regionals.  As a player, Canham was a member of the back-to-back College World Series championship teams with Oregon State in 2006 and 2007. He was selected with the 57th overall pick in the 2007 MLB Amateur Draft by the San Diego Padres and played 9 seasons of minor league baseball reaching as high as Triple-A.  Canham has also overcome multiple moments of tragedy losing his mom to a drug overdose as a freshman in college and a few years later in 2008, losing his brother Dustin, who was killed while serving in the U.S. Marine Corp.  Today on the podcast, we talk to Mitch about coaching at his alma mater, coming to faith in Jesus and trusting in God amidst tragedy.  --- Looking for a great gift idea? Order our new devotional book: "The Increase 52 Week Devotional: Inspiring Stories of Faith from the World of Pro Sports." 

Chris Caulk grew up a huge USC football fan. HIs dream was to play college football at USC. After attending junior college out of high school and 3 rejections from the Trojans, he was accepted to USC and tried out for the football team. With faith guiding him, Chris fulfilled his dream.  His story is a modern day version of the movie "Rudy." --- Looking for a great gift idea? Order our new devotional book: "The Increase 52 Week Devotional: Inspiring Stories of Faith from the World of Pro Sports." 

Ben Hartsock played 10 years in the NFL as a tight end with the Indianapolis Colts, Tennessee Titans, New York Jets, Atlanta Falcons and Carolina Panthers. He won a national championship in college with the Ohio State Buckeyes back in 2002.  Today, Brock Huard talks to Ben about Georgia's win over Alabama, his journey of faith, being a Romans 12 man and the life lessons that college football teaches. --- Looking for a great gift idea? Order our new devotional book: "The Increase 52 Week Devotional: Inspiring Stories of Faith from the World of Pro Sports." 

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Kristin Wodrich is the women's head basketball coach for the University of Indianapolis. After earning her first head coaching position in the spring of 2016, Wodrich guided the Greyhounds to a seven-win improvement in 2016-17. winning 17 games and  culminating in an appearance in the GLVC Tournament semifinals.  Wodrich and the Greyhounds had one of their best seasons yet in 2019-20, earning a 19-10 overall record and the sixth seed in the GLVC Tournament. The record marked the highest win total during Wodrich's tenure, including their 12-8 record within the conference.  As a player at UMBC, Wodrich was a four-year letter winner for University of Maryland Baltimore County from 2004-2008 and helped guide the team to the 2007 America East championship and a spot in the NCAA Division I Tournament. She was named to the America East All-Conference Third Team as a senior in 2008 after averaging 11.4 points per game. She graduated in 2008 with a bachelor's degree in interdisciplinary studies with a focus in broadcast communications and exercise physiology. --- Looking for a great gift idea? Order our new devotional book: "The Increase 52 Week Devotional: Inspiring Stories of Faith from the World of Pro Sports." 

Terry Evans is the team chaplain for the Atlanta Braves. He also serves with UPI, Unlimited Potential Inc, with a desire to teach and equip baseball players to grow deeper in their walk with Jesus Christ.  Before becoming a chaplain, Terry was a pro baseball player. He was selected in the 47th round of the 2001 MLB Amateur Draft by the St. Louis Cardinals and six years later, would make his MLB debut with the Los Angeles Angels in June of 2007. His pro career ended in 2012 and soon thereafter, Evans found himself becoming the chaplain for the Braves the following year in 2013.  Today on the podcast, we talk to Terry Evans about the World Series, why he missed attending the Braves clinching win over the Astros, how he became a team chaplain and his mission to help baseball players become followers of Christ.  --- Looking for a great gift idea? Order our new devotional book: "The Increase 52 Week Devotional: Inspiring Stories of Faith from the World of Pro Sports." 

Bhrett McCabe, Ph.D is a clinical and sports psychologist, author and former LSU baseball player. He is a member of 2 National Championship teams and 3 College World Series teams with the Tigers and earned his doctorate at LSU in clinical Psychology.  Currently, he is the Sports and Performance Psychologist for the University of Alabama Athletic Department, providing services to all sports, including the 2015, 2017, and 2020 National Championship Football Teams. Over the past 10 years, Dr. McCabe has become a trusted resource for amateur, collegiate, and professional golfers on the PGA, LPGA, and Korn Ferry Tours. In 2019-2020 season and so far in 2020-2021, his professional clients have amassed over $17 million in earnings. He is the author of  “Break Free from Suckville” and "The MindSide Manifesto: The Urgency to Create a Competitive Mindset" and the host of The Secrets to Winning podcast highlighting guests across sports, business, entrepreneurship, and organizational culture. --- Looking for a great gift idea? Order our new devotional book: "The Increase 52 Week Devotional: Inspiring Stories of Faith from the World of Pro Sports." 

Join me as I interview Dean Cooper, former coach with several NBA teams and now NCAA coach in Texas as he discusses the new age of top performance in ANY sport, including golf and use of entire teams of professionals and mixes of disciplines to not only be in top-performance shape, but to prevent injury and recover way faster when they do happen. The best way to prevent injury is not to avoid it but to not be predisposed to it and Coach Cooper tells you how the pros do it and how you can apply it in everyday life, even if your game IS just everyday life! Tune in now for this epic interview and learn. You may be bound for injury unless you know this...

Jay McAuley is the men's head basketball coach with Wofford University. In college, Jay played basketball with the University of Georgia and went into coaching upon graduation. After assistant coaching stops with Wofford, Gardner-Webb and Furman, Jay returned to Wofford and was named head coach on April 14, 2019. Today on the podcast, we talk to Jay about his coaching journey, his game day routine, creating a successful culture, the importance of prayer and the importance of God's timing in his life.  --- Looking for a great gift idea? Order our new devotional book: "The Increase 52 Week Devotional: Inspiring Stories of Faith from the World of Pro Sports." 

We learn that the "Furry" gender is starting to make its way into the public schools!Antonio Browns behavior should bench him for the rest of the year and should not be tolerated in society! Pro Sports athletes have great influence on our youth and they should hold themselves to a higher standard.   

Damien Woody is a two-time Super Bowl champion who played 12 seasons with the Patriots, Lions and Jets. He was selected 17th overall by the New England Patriots in the 1999 NFL Draft and played five seasons with the Pats, four with the Lions and three with the Jets. He announced his retirement from the NFL in July of 2011 and joined ESPN as an NFL analyst a few weeks later.  During his career, Woody played with and blocked for legendary quarterbacks Brett Favre and Tom Brady and was a member of two Super Bowl winning teams in 2001 and 2003 with the New England Patriots.  Today on the podcast, we talk to Damien about his NFL playing career, his transition to broadcasting, his journey of faith, why he has a heart to give back to children and how he became an NHL super-fan with the New York Islanders.  --- Looking for a great gift idea? Order our new devotional book: "The Increase 52 Week Devotional: Inspiring Stories of Faith from the World of Pro Sports." 

Kyle Idleman is the senior pastor at Southeast Christian Church in Louisville, Kentucky. He speaks to more than 30,000 people each weekend. He is the author of the bestselling book, "Not a Fan" and "Grace is Greater"  His new book "ONE AT A TIME: The Unexpected Way God Wants to Use You to Change the World" releases January 11, 2022.  --- Looking for a great gift idea? Order our new devotional book: "The Increase 52 Week Devotional: Inspiring Stories of Faith from the World of Pro Sports." 

Hendon Hooker is the starting QB for the Tennessee Volunteers. In the 2021 TransPerfect Music City Bowl against Purdue on December 30, 2021, Hooker passed for 378 yards and 5 touchdown passes.  His new comic book "The ABC's of Scripture for Athletes" is available now.  Today on the podcast, we talk to Hendon Hooker about his decision to return to Tennessee in 2022 and why he felt the Lord led him to create this new comic book. --- Looking for a great gift idea? Order our new devotional book: "The Increase 52 Week Devotional: Inspiring Stories of Faith from the World of Pro Sports." 

0:04 - Love for Sports3;15 - Envision Sports as a Career5:49 - True to the Values6:13 - Key Mistake in early days8:14 - Assess the character11:11 - The Movie15:28 - Peak of the Career17:59 - The dark side of Life21:26 - Relationship with David22:06 - Mental steps to separate a business25:05 - Going back to the roots25:27 - Second Big break28:47 - Accountability30:06- Deciding Factor31:56 - Approach to guiding the athletes / Aligning the values33:47 - How to address the wrong attitude/violence35:30 - Sports in terms of Covid39:35 - Leigh's Legacy40:37 - Greatest piece of advice42:11 -  Leigh's North Star

Caleb Joseph is a professional baseball player who was selected in the 7th round of the 2008 MLB Amateur Draft. He made his MLB debut in May of 2014. He played five seasons with the Baltimore Orioles from 2014-2018 and spent one season in 2019 with the Diamondbacks and one with the Blue Jays in 2020. In 2021, he spent time with the Mets and the Mariners.  On the show today, Caleb Joseph shares transparent stories of living on a very low income as a minor league baseball player and how he stewarded his money after becoming a big league player. Connor Lowery from Ronald Blue Trust also joins the conversation to share encouragement for all of us in how to handle our finances well.  Today's podcast is presented by Ronald Blue Trust — Ronald Blue Trust advisors apply biblical wisdom and technical expertise to help clients make wise financial decisions to experience clarity and confidence and leave a lasting legacy. With nearly $11.5 billion of assets under advisement and a nationwide network of 16 offices, they offer comprehensive financial services and objective advice to over 10,000 clients across the wealth spectrum in all 50 states. --- Looking for a great gift idea? Order our new devotional book: "The Increase 52 Week Devotional: Inspiring Stories of Faith from the World of Pro Sports." 

Tim Elko is a member of the Ole Miss baseball team and the SEC's reigning Scholar-Athlete of the Year. In 2021, he was a preseason All-American and team captain, but suffered a torn ACL in April. Incredibly, he returned a month later and was a pivotal member of the Ole Miss baseball team's postseason run. In last season's NCAA Oxford Regional, Elko hit a grand slam in the opening game against Southeast Missouri, then had two home runs and led his team to a victory in the finale against Southern Mississippi a few days later. Ole Miss was eliminated by Arizona in the Super Regionals. Today on the podcast, Elko shares about the highs and lows of 2021, suffering a torn ACL, returning to play, and why his desire is to be a light for Jesus Christ to a hurting world through the game of baseball. --- Looking for a great gift idea? Order our new devotional book: "The Increase 52 Week Devotional: Inspiring Stories of Faith from the World of Pro Sports." 

Luke Norsworthy is the senior minister of Westover Hills Church and the author of "God over Good" and "Befriending Your Monsters." He also hosts a weekly podcast called "Norsworthy," discussing faith in the modern world.  Today, Cole Claybourn speaks to pastor Luke about being a collegiate athlete, the lessons that sports teaches us about faith and life, using sports illustrations in his sermons and how an NFL quarterback's family helped him move forward after the loss of his mother.  --- Looking for a great gift idea? Order our new devotional book: "The Increase 52 Week Devotional: Inspiring Stories of Faith from the World of Pro Sports." 

Mike Max and Adam Carter on a pair of Minnesota stars now being out with Covid.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark Schlereth is an NFL analyst with FOX Sports and a 3-time Super Bowl champion from his 12-year career as an offensive lineman in the NFL with Washington and Denver.  Today, Jade McCarthy talks to Mark about the 2021 NFL season, loving the process, being part of a team, his morning devotionals and what Christmas means to him. --- Looking for a great gift idea? Order our new devotional book: "The Increase 52 Week Devotional: Inspiring Stories of Faith from the World of Pro Sports." 

This week on the Business Of Sports, Andrew Brand 'Rants' on the following top sports business stories of the week including... The Omicron COVID variant in NBA & NHL (3:22) Omicron in the NFL (8:22) Why Rutgers was chosen to replace Texas A&M in the Gator Bowl (12:20) Why MLB salaries were down over 4% in 2021 (17:52) Connect with the Pod Sports Business League: https://andrewbrandt.clickfunnels.com/sales Website:  https://www.andrew-brandt.com Andrew's Sunday Seven Newsletter: https://www.andrew-brandt.com/sunday-seven Twitter: @AndrewBrandt Instragram: @AndrewBrandt2 Clubhouse: @adb719 Twitch.tv/andrewbrandtlive Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joseph Girard III joins the show! Syracuse's season so far, challenges brought on by COVID and his growing endorsement deal with NOVUS Clothing Company. Plus, should pro sports leagues pause their seasons? Our NFL Pick 'em presented by Pick Six Vodka and did the Mets get it right with Buck Showalter?

Welcome back to The MWP Podcast! In this episode, we talk the AFC and how our expectations don't often matchup with the reality we see on Sundays. We talk how COVID has yet again taken the major headlines in Pro Sports. We dive into more pieces of the playoffs and what to expect moving forward! Thanks as always and be sure to share this with friends and family!    Some Links To Visit:    Podbean - https://graysonmann21.podbean.com/   Spotify- https://open.spotify.com/show/0OhUGlFM24C1EystlVMnss   YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi4QV-S9jqQfIBY31REAh-Q   iHeartRadio- https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-gray-mann-the-mann-with-a-83522981/    Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/themwp_/    Google Podcasts- https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80NmIzYjFlMC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw==   Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gray-mann-the-mann-with-a-plan-podcast/id1547563804    Twitter- https://twitter.com/MWPpodcast    Podbay- https://podbay.fm/p/gray-mann-the-mann-with-a-plan-podcast/about                 

Steve Stenstrom is a former NFL quarterback who played six seasons with the Bears, 49ers, Lions and Broncos. In college, Steve was a standout quarterback for Stanford under coaches Denny Green and Bill Walsh. He holds numerous passing records including total passing yards and completions. After his playing career ended in 2001, Steve went into sports ministry and is currently the President of Pro Athletes Outreach and Sports Spectrum. Today on the podcast, we talk to Steve about his journey to Jesus, his NFL Draft experience, grieving the loss of his brother, turning 50 years old, leading a pro athlete ministry and what it was like to play with Jerry Rice and Terrell Owens. --- Looking for a great gift idea? Order our new devotional book: "The Increase 52 Week Devotional: Inspiring Stories of Faith from the World of Pro Sports." 

On this trailer, ET talks about what to expect for the show in the calendar year 2022. He discusses the possibility of more interviews being included and still continuing coverage of: Pro Sports, Pro Wrestling, UVA Wise Athletics, Daily Devotionals, and more. Check it out!

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Today, it's Midday on Sports, and Tom's guest is the best-selling author and multi-media sports commentator, John Feinstein. When Tommie Smith and John Carlos raised their gloved hands at the 1968 Olympics, they did so knowing that they would pay an enormous price. 50 years later, when basketball superstars LeBron James and Kevin Durant talked about politics, a conservative media personality admonished them to “shut up and dribble.” Colin Kaepernick's quiet protest against police misconduct in 2016 cost him his career. As John Feinstein chronicles in his new book, there are many, many more athletes, coaches and front office personnel in professional sports whose trailblazing activism happened behind the scenes. Feinstein explores the racial dynamics of sports at the highest level, and finds that when it comes to equity for people of color, sports reflects what we know to be true in other businesses: we have a long way to go. His new book is called Raise a Fist, Take a Knee:  Race and the Illusion of Progress in Modern Sports. John Feinstein joins us today on Zoom from Potomac, Maryland. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hosts Andrew and Rocky Romanella break down the latest news across the sports world. Rocky's Rundowns: NFL Week 15, who is the hottest team in the NFL? Should the Nets welcome back Kyrie? Jets HC steps down for selfless reasons and some "Where he went to college" trivia. Plus, Andrew discusses Steph Curry's impact on the NBA compared to Jordan and Lebron, Tom Thibodeau's decision to not play Kemba and what it meant for the Knicks, his terrible feelings on Covid-19 postponements and protocols in the NBA, NFL and NFL, and MORE! Follow the socials @wideworldofrome @coachromo24 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/trsp/message

Andre Wadsworth was selected third overall in the 1998 NFL Draft after a stellar college career at Florida State. During his college career with the Seminoles, Wadsworth was named to the First or Second-Team All ACC all four years. In 1997, he finished his season with 16 sacks and was named the ACC Defensive Player of the Year. Regarded as the top prospect in the 1998 NFL Draft, Wadsworth was selected third to the Arizona Cardinals behind Peyton Manning and Ryan Leaf. His rookie year, he helped the Cardinals reach the second round of the playoffs. Injuries would take a toll on Wadsworth, who has had multiple knee surgeries that ultimately would end his career in 2007. Currently, he is the Senior Executive Pastor and founder of IMPACT CHURCH in Scottsdale, Arizona. Today on the podcast, we talk to Andre about his current role as a pastor, his desire to disciple and help people grow in their faith, the lessons he learned from playing for Florida State legendary coach Bobby Bowden, and why he continues to trust in God during a difficult season of life. --- Looking for a holiday gift idea? Order our new devotional book: "The Increase 52 Week Devotional: Inspiring Stories of Faith from the World of Pro Sports."

Jordan Raynor is a bestselling author and serial entrepreneur who has helped millions of Christians connect the gospel to their work.  His latest Book “REDEEMING YOUR TIME: 7 Biblical Principles for Being Purposeful, Present and Wildly Productive” released October 19, 2021 --- Looking for a great gift idea? Order our new devotional book: "The Increase 52 Week Devotional: Inspiring Stories of Faith from the World of Pro Sports." 

Former NFL Quarterback and Pro Football Hall of Famer Kurt Warner joins us today to talk about the new film "American Underdog" being released and what it was like to have a movie made about your life.  American Underdog is in theaters on Christmas Day. You can order your tickets here.  ---- Looking for a holiday gift idea? Order our new devotional book: "The Increase 52 Week Devotional: Inspiring Stories of Faith from the World of Pro Sports."

Dalton Risner is the starting left guard for the Denver Broncos. He joins Jade McCarthy today to talk about his amazing tattoos, starting his Risner Up Foundation, leaving a lasting legacy, honoring the late Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas in last week's win over Detroit, and previewing the matchup against Cincinnati this coming Sunday. --- Looking for a great gift idea? Order our new devotional book: "The Increase 52 Week Devotional: Inspiring Stories of Faith from the World of Pro Sports."   

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New studies show booster shots might stop the omicron variant. The COVID Winter surge is wreaking havoc in the pro sports world as dozens of athletes are now out due to league protocols. Will the rest of Winter see a bunch of canceled and postponed games in the NHL, NBA and even the NFL? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

COVID-19 is crushing the NBA, NHL, and NFL once again. Steph Curry makes history at the Garden in a 105-96 win over the Knicks and Aaron Rodgers on the Pat McAfee Show doesn't hold back when asked if he "loves being a Green Bay Packers right now". Joining the show "Uniquely Qualified" NSU Wolves HC Mike Schmidt, Sports Betting Insider Jon Denton and new listener Zobin who weighed in on the Rodgers/McAfee appearance.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Samantha Ricketts is the head softball coach at Mississippi State. She was named to her current position in July 2019 after coaching stops at Wichita State and as an assistant at Mississippi State. In her first season, she became the fastest head coach in program history to reach 20 wins, doing so in 23 games and is the only coach in program history to have her team nationally ranked at some point during her first year. Prior to coaching, she played softball at Oklahoma University under head coach Patty Gasso. During her time with the Sooners, she was a two time All-American and team captain. Today on the podcast, we talk to Samantha Ricketts about leadership, serving others, lessons learned at Oklahoma from Patty Gasso, living a faith-filled life, and the importance of Philippians 4:6. --- Looking for a holiday gift idea? Order our new devotional book: "The Increase 52 Week Devotional: Inspiring Stories of Faith from the World of Pro Sports."

On episode 178 of the podcast, Gerry and special guest Cody Hughes talk about cleans and how they should be fit into an athletes program. They cover their history with the clean, their current philosophies, and situations cleans might make sense. They also discuss their thoughts on the CSCS, the importance (or lack of) of certifications, how strength coaches should be hired, and much more! This is an episode you do not want to miss!All that and more on this episode of Muscles and Management!Show Timestamps2:05 - Baseball Performance Summit11:50 - The Continued Debate on Cleans18:05 - Opportunity Cost in Training 20:10 - Newbie Gains27:30 - Efficiency with Teams in a Short Amount of Time31:30 - Who the Clean Makes Sense for and Advice for Young Coaches37:00 - Pay for People's Time. Bring Something to Offer.39:58 - Thoughts on the CSCS; How We View Certifications46:15 - How Strength Trainers Should Be HiredSupport the show (http://www.challengerstrength.com)Support the show (http://www.challengerstrength.com)

Episode 84 Mark Ellis is a former MLB player who spent his 12-year big league career with the A's, Rockies, Dodgers and Cardinals. In this episode of "Table Forty," Mark and his wife Sarah share with Matt and Leslee about their baseball career, parenting, faith and Mark's time on the A's "Moneyball" team. "Table Forty" is part of the Sports Spectrum Podcast Network. --- Looking for a great gift idea? Order our new devotional book: "The Increase 52 Week Devotional: Inspiring Stories of Faith from the World of Pro Sports."

Anita Howard is the head coach of Georgia Southern's Women's basketball team. She is the first African American female head coach at Georgia Southern and was named to her current position back in April of 2019. Prior to that, she spent three years at Columbus State University where she led her squad to the Elite Eight and two NCAA Division II championship appearances. In college, Howard was a standout basketball player with Fort Valley State, earning SIAC Defensive Player of the Year honors all three seasons. She transferred to Armstrong State for the 2002-03 season and led the club to their first ever NCAA championship appearance. Today on the podcast, we talk to Anita Howard about her role with Georgia Southern, what leading with Christ in front looks like as a coach, being married to a fellow coach, making the faith that she grew up with her own, and balancing being a wife, mother and coach. --- Looking for a holiday gift idea? Order our new devotional book: "The Increase 52 Week Devotional: Inspiring Stories of Faith from the World of Pro Sports."

Johnny Agar is an inspiration to so many. He's gained international attention when he walked a mile in his church's annual 5K. That sounds like an odd reason for fame, except for the reality of Johnny's severe cerebral palsy. Even with a lifetime of physical therapy before this race, the longest distance he'd ever previously walked was twenty-three steps. Johnny Agar and his mom Becky join the podcast today to share their amazing story and how God has guided them through it all.  --- Looking for a great gift idea? Order our new devotional book: "The Increase 52 Week Devotional: Inspiring Stories of Faith from the World of Pro Sports." 

Today on this "Football Friday" edition of Sports Spectrum podcast, Jade McCarthy talks to former Eagles head coach Doug Pederson about his Super Bowl winning season, the doors that God has opened and closed, living his faith in Jesus out as a head coach and his desire to hopefully coach again in the NFL. --- Looking for a holiday gift idea? Order our new devotional book: "The Increase 52 Week Devotional: Inspiring Stories of Faith from the World of Pro Sports."

Jared Butler is a rookie with the Utah Jazz and a 2021 national champion with the Baylor Bears. He was named the Final Four's Most Outstanding Player and then selected by Utah in the second round of the 2021 NBA Draft.  Jared is also raising awareness on hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM)—a complex type of heart disease. You can learn more at CoultItBeHCM.com.  --- Looking for a holiday gift idea? Order our new devotional book: "The Increase 52 Week Devotional: Inspiring Stories of Faith from the World of Pro Sports."

Trenten Merrill is a member of Team USA's Paralympic team who won Bronze at the 2020 Tokyo Paralympic Games and also represented the U.S. at the 2016 Summer Paralympics as well. In March of 2005, Trenten had his right foot amputated after a dirt bike accident with a friend.  Trenten is currently a public speaker who uses his Paralympic experience to help inspire others to pursue their dreams and goals. In 2021, the Azusa Pacific University grad also started modeling with SLU Agency.  Today on the podcast, we talk to Trenten Merrill about the 2020 Tokyo Paralympics, what the name of Jesus means to him, how his faith was tested after having his foot amputated and why he wants to use his platform to inspire others to follow Christ.  --- Looking for a holiday gift idea? Order our new devotional book: "The Increase 52 Week Devotional: Inspiring Stories of Faith from the World of Pro Sports."

Travis Hearn is the senior pastor at Impact Church in Scottsdale, Arizona. He is also the team pastor for the NBA's Phoenix Suns, and has served as a chaplain for Major and Minor League Baseball for over a decade. In addition to serving pro athletes in ministry, he has also coached girl's high school basketball  for Scottsdale Christian Academy.   Today on the podcast, we talk to Travis about pastoring the Phoenix Suns, his role at Transformation Church, his amazing testimony of coming to faith in Christ after being arrested and his desire now to equip athletes and others to being Jesus followers.  --- Looking for a holiday gift idea? Order our new devotional book: "The Increase 52 Week Devotional: Inspiring Stories of Faith from the World of Pro Sports."

Drew Maddux is a basketball coaching legend, having coached high school basketball at Christ Presbyterian Academy for 15 years. His resume has 2 state championships and 10 district titles including an NBA First Round pick.  He played college basketball at Vanderbilt where he was named First-Team All-SEC Academic team and All-SEC Freshman team.  His story was featured on "I AM SECOND."  In 2020, Drew released “Elevated” — a book on being the best version of you. --- Looking for a holiday gift idea? Order our new devotional book: "The Increase 52 Week Devotional: Inspiring Stories of Faith from the World of Pro Sports."

Today on this Football Friday we welcome back Molly McManimie to the podcast. The NFL Player Agent shares how she's grown in her faith in 2021 and why pleasing God is more important than anything else in her vocation.  --- Looking for a holiday gift idea? Order our new devotional book: "The Increase 52 Week Devotional: Inspiring Stories of Faith from the World of Pro Sports."

Rachel-Ruth Lotz Wright is an author, speaker, daughter of Anne Graham Lotz and granddaughter of Billy Graham. Her husband Steven is a high school football coach. She teaches a weekly women's Bible Study for University of North Carolina athletes and has shared God's word at numerous events around the country.  Her passion for leading children to Jesus and getting them into God's Word compelled her to lead monthly missions' chapels at her children's school and teach middle school children at the Fellowship of Christian Athletes Coaches Camp. Her latest book, "Jesus Followers," co-written with her mother Anne, released in October 2021 and is available now.  Today on the podcast, we talk to Rachel-Ruth about growing up the granddaughter of Billy Graham, her life as a coach's wife, her desire to teach God's word to athletes, and the legacy she hopes to pass on to the next generation.  --- Looking for a holiday gift idea? Order our new devotional book: "The Increase 52 Week Devotional: Inspiring Stories of Faith from the World of Pro Sports." 

Dallas Jenkins is a filmmaker and the creator and producer of the hit streaming series The Chosen, the first multi-season series about the life of Christ, and the most successful media crowd-fund of all time. Jenkins began his film career in his early 20's and started his own production company at the age of 25. His feature-length directorial debut came in 2006 with a film called Midnight Clear starring Stephen Baldwin. Since then, he has directed numerous other films including The Resurrection of Gavin Stone, starring D.B. Sweeney and wrestling legend Shawn Michaels. In 2018, Jenkins created The Chosen and since it's release has reached over 300,000,000 views on their app. On December 1, 2021, The Chosen will be seen in theaters for the first time with a holiday event called CHRISTMAS WITH THE CHOSEN: THE MESSENGERS. Today on the podcast, Dallas Jenkins shares about The Chosen, why he doesn't pay attention to the numbers, the excitement of having it in theaters, his love for Chicago sports, and his favorite athlete encounters. --- Looking for a holiday gift idea? Order our new devotional book: "The Increase 52 Week Devotional: Inspiring Stories of Faith from the World of Pro Sports."