Brent Dearmon podcast: North Alabama coach on identity in Christ

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SS PODCAST: North Alabama coach Brent Dearmon on finding his identity in Christ

By Jason Romano Apr 19, 2024

Brent Dearmon (Photo courtesy of UNA Athletics)

THIS IS THE SPORTS SPECTRUM PODCAST
WITH JASON ROMANO, FEATURING BRENT DEARMON

Brent Dearmon was named the football head coach at the University of North Alabama on Dec. 3, 2022. Prior to arriving at North Alabama, Dearmon was an assistant coach at Auburn, Kansas, Middle Tennessee and Florida Atlantic.

Today on the podcast, Brent Dearmon shares his story of coaching football, what it means to “raise the roar,” finding his identity in Jesus and not football, and following God’s perfect plan.

>> Do you know Christ personally? Learn how you can commit your life to Him. <<

”Then he said to his disciples, “The harvest is plentiful but the workers are few.“
Matthew 9:37 NIV

Who are you sewing seeds for and whose seeds are you sewing? 🌱 #GardenSeason

— Brent Dearmon (@BrentDearmon) March 12, 2024

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SS PODCAST: Former field hockey player Chi Braley shares story of human trafficking, forgiveness

By Sports Spectrum May 9, 2025

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THIS IS THE SPORTS SPECTRUM PODCAST WITH MATT FORTE & JASON ROMANO, FEATURING CHI BRALEY

Chi Braley is a survivor. The former professional field hockey player has an incredible story. She was raped at age 12, then trafficked by age 13 as a sex-slave. For seven years she was drugged and sold to hundreds of men. She was rescued at the age of 19, and after coming to Christ in her 20s she began work as a media producer. She’s currently a producer at the Christian Broadcasting Network and “The 700 Club.”

Today on the podcast, Chi Braley shares her incredible story of redemption, forgiveness, motherhood and Jesus.

>> Do you know Christ personally? Learn how you can commit your life to Him. <<

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SS PODCAST: Patriots WR Kendrick Bourne on grace, redemption, surrendering to God’s love

By Sports Spectrum May 6, 2025

Kendrick Bourne in 2024. (AP Photo/Kamil Krzaczynski)

THIS IS THE SPORTS SPECTRUM PODCAST WITH MATT FORTE & JASON ROMANO, FEATURING KENDRICK BOURNE

Kendrick Bourne is a wide receiver with the New England Patriots. He went undrafted in 2017 despite having a stellar college career at Eastern Washington, but eventually signed with the San Francisco 49ers, making the final roster as a rookie. He spent four seasons in San Francisco (2017-20) before signing with New England in 2021. He’s scored 11 touchdowns in his four seasons with the Patriots.

Today on the podcast, Kendrick Bourne shares his powerful story of surrendering to Jesus in Miami, God’s grace in his life, teaching his kids about Christ, and living out his faith in the NFL.

>> Do you know Christ personally? Learn how you can commit your life to Him. <<

#Patriots WR Kendrick Bourne in his latest YouTube video:

“I’m telling you. This my year. This my year. I know it. Josh McDaniels, I’m coming. I’m coming to dominate.”

New England’s receivers have been putting in work non-stop! 🔥

(🎥 @BournePoly11 YT) pic.twitter.com/GPeiO5hMy1

— Carlos A. Lopez (@LosTalksPats) March 28, 2025

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SS PODCAST: Boxing Hall of Famer Andre Ward on redemption, forgiveness, preaching

By Sports Spectrum May 2, 2025

THIS IS THE SPORTS SPECTRUM PODCAST WITH MATT FORTE & JASON ROMANO, FEATURING ANDRE WARD

Andre Ward is a former professional boxer who won titles as a super middleweight (168 lbs.) and light heavyweight (178 lbs.). In 2004, Ward won the light heavyweight gold medal for Team USA at the 2004 Olympics in Athens, Greece.

As a professional, Ward went 32-0 with 16 knockouts before retiring in September 2017, and he was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 2021. A documentary on his life released in June 2023 on Showtime, and in November 2023 he released his first book, “Killing the Image: A Champion’s Journey of Faith, Fighting and Forgiveness.”

Today on the podcast, we talk to Andre about representing Jesus in boxing, redemption from a tough childhood, his message for young people, serving as a youth pastor, and appearing in the “Creed” movies.

>> Do you know Christ personally? Learn how you can commit your life to Him. <<

Let GOD take you through HIS school #SundayService pic.twitter.com/SgsyHrh0rL

— Andre S.O.G. Ward (@andreward) March 31, 2025

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SS PODCAST: Chaplain Adam Burt on his NHL playing career, ministering to NFL players

By Sports Spectrum Apr 29, 2025

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THIS IS THE SPORTS SPECTRUM PODCAST WITH MATT FORTE & JASON ROMANO, FEATURING ADAM BURT

Adam Burt is the team chaplain for the New York Jets and lead pastor of Every Nation Church in New Jersey. Prior to his work in ministry, Burt was an NHL player for 13 seasons (1988-2001) with the Hartford Whalers, Carolina Hurricanes, Philadelphia Flyers and Atlanta Thrashers.

Today on the podcast, Adam Burt shares his journey from being an NHL player to becoming an NFL chaplain, emphasizing the importance of living authentically as a Christian in a competitive environment. The conversation touches on the challenges athletes face, the significance of mentorship, and the impact of faith in their lives.

>> Do you know Christ personally? Learn how you can commit your life to Him. <<

Adam Burt has taken the unique path from NHL defenseman to pastor, and now author. He's taking stories from his playing career, including playing in the longest game in NHL history, and using them as examples in his new role. https://t.co/FBXO7SuYvj

— Adam Kimelman (@NHLAdamK) April 1, 2025

SS PODCAST: North Alabama coach Brent Dearmon on finding his identity in Christ

THIS IS THE SPORTS SPECTRUM PODCAST WITH JASON ROMANO, FEATURING BRENT DEARMON

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SS PODCAST: Former field hockey player Chi Braley shares story of human trafficking, forgiveness

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SS PODCAST: Patriots WR Kendrick Bourne on grace, redemption, surrendering to God’s love

THIS IS THE SPORTS SPECTRUM PODCAST WITH MATT FORTE & JASON ROMANO, FEATURING KENDRICK BOURNE

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SS PODCAST: Boxing Hall of Famer Andre Ward on redemption, forgiveness, preaching

THIS IS THE SPORTS SPECTRUM PODCAST WITH MATT FORTE & JASON ROMANO, FEATURING ANDRE WARD

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SS PODCAST: Chaplain Adam Burt on his NHL playing career, ministering to NFL players

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THIS IS THE SPORTS SPECTRUM PODCAST
WITH JASON ROMANO, FEATURING BRENT DEARMON