FCA North Georgia Coaches Podcast
Recorded live at Longstreet Café, Riverside Terrace as a part of the My Country 99.3 WCON Podcast Family.

Presented by Longstreet Cafe – fueling North Georgia (and a whole lot of FCA ministry) with two Gainesville locations. Learn more at : Longstreet Cafe

Get involved with FCA North Georgia: https://www.ngafca.org/

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Episode Notes:

This powerful episode of the FCA North Georgia Coaches Podcast features Clint Fair, longtime FCA leader, former collegiate baseball standout, and a living testimony of redemption and restoration. Broadcasting from Longstreet Cafe in Gainesville, the conversation begins with championship football talk and transitions into an unforgettable personal journey that spans athletics, addiction, loss, faith, and calling.

Clint shares his rise as a standout athlete at Johnson High School and Georgia Southern, his experience in the prestigious Cape Cod League, and the devastating consequences of poor choices that changed his life forever. With honesty and humility, he walks listeners through addiction, incarceration, surrender, and ultimately a renewed life in Christ. Now in his 18th year with FCA, Clint oversees more than 60 counties across North Georgia, serving coaches and athletes with a mission to transform lives through faith and relationships.

This episode also dives into the evolving landscape of high school athletics, replay controversy in championship games, NIL trickle-down concerns, and the importance of purity, perspective, and patience in sports. It's a candid, heartfelt, and hope-filled conversation that reminds us all: God is never finished with your story.

FCA North Georgia Coaches Podcast
Recorded live at Longstreet Café, Riverside Terrace – part of the My Country 99.3 WCON Podcast Family

Presented by Longstreet Cafe – fueling North Georgia (and a whole lot of FCA ministry) with two Gainesville locations. Learn more at : Longstreet Cafe

Get involved with FCA North Georgia: https://www.ngafca.org/

The Music That Made Country Great: https://www.mycountry993.com/

Episode Notes:

In this episode, Joel Williams and FCA North Georgia's Clint Fair sit down with Chestatee High School Athletic Director & Assistant Principal Dave Bishop to pull back the curtain on what life is really like behind the scenes of a high school athletic program.

They talk about:

• What it means to be AP from 8–4 and AD after that

• How fast-growing sports like girls flag football, volleyball, girls wrestling, cross country and more are changing the calendar

• NIL and transfers at the high school level and what it's doing to the "purity" of prep sports

• The true cost of running a football program and why Friday nights are about much more than tickets and hot dogs

• How Chestatee is focusing on connectedness so more students find their place, whether it's sports, chorus, drama, skills competitions or CTAE programs

• Hosting the historic Lanierland basketball tournament finals and what it takes to serve the whole community well

• Dave's long FCA journey: from huddle coach at North Hall, to mission trips, to now sensing a call to pour back into coaches

Dave also shares how God led him into teaching, coaching, and now administration, and why his heartbeat is simple: help people wherever God puts him.

Presented by Longstreet Cafe – fueling North Georgia (and a whole lot of FCA ministry) with two Gainesville locations. Learn more at : Longstreet Cafe

Get involved with FCA North Georgia: https://www.ngafca.org/

The Music That Made Country Great: https://www.mycountry993.com/

Welcome back to the FCA North Georgia Coaches Podcast, live from Longstreet Café – Riverside Terrace in Gainesville, GA!

In this episode, Joel WIlliams with My Coubntry 99.3 WCON and Clint Fair welcome Coach Joe Dix, head coach of East Hall Vikings boys basketball, for a powerful conversation on:

• Starting the season 0–5 and coaching through adversity
• Losing star players to injuries and early graduation for college football
• Tough early-season schedule vs Grayson, Archer, Cambridge, North Hall & more
• His state championship run at East Hall and later success at Collins Hill
• Coaching future star Travis Hunter and watching him shine in college
• The tradition and atmosphere of the Lanierland Tournament
• How Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) impacts East Hall's players and coaches

Coach Dix is in year 30 on the bench and still evolving—revamping practices, deepening scouting, and growing right alongside his players. If you love Georgia high school basketball, leadership, FCA, and faith-based coaching, this is your kind of episode.

Rivalry week in North Georgia isn't just about "clean old-fashioned hate" between the Dawgs and the Jackets, it's also about what God is doing on both campuses.

In this special Thanksgiving episode of the FCA North Georgia Coaches Podcast, recorded at Longstreet Cafe – Riverside Terrace in Gainesville, My Country 99.3 WCON Host Joel Williams and North Georgia FCA Area Director Clint Fair sit down with:

• GT Chaplin, David Snell – Area Director for Georgia Tech FCA, longtime Buford coach, and chaplain to the Yellow Jackets football program

• UGA Chaplin, Thomas Settles – Area Director for UGA FCA and chaplain to the Georgia Bulldogs football program

Together they talk about:

• How FCA opens doors for real ministry inside two major college football programs

• What discipleship, Bible studies, and "ministry of presence" look like for coaches and players

• How they navigate social media noise, pressure, NIL, and short football careers with an eternal perspective

• The surprising ways players and coaches stay connected long after their time on campus

• Why Thanksgiving week and rivalry week are such powerful times to point athletes to Christ

You'll also hear some great stories about weddings, team chapels, late-night film sessions, and how these chaplains keep their own families grounded in the middle of a hectic football season.

Presented by Longstreet Cafe – fueling North Georgia (and a whole lot of FCA ministry) with two Gainesville locations.
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If this episode encourages you, share it with a coach, athlete, or fellow Dawg/Jacket fan this week!

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Coach Segment: Michael Davis – Hebron Christian Offensive Coordinator

Coach Michael Davis brings a rare blend of football excellence, deep faith, and contagious passion to Hebron Christian Academy. After more than three decades in public school football—including a celebrated run at Rabun County—Davis stepped into Hebron's program and immediately embraced its mission of developing young men both on and off the field.

Episode Summary
In this episode of the FCA North Georgia Coaches Show, Joel Williams and Clint Fair sit down with Hebron Christian offensive coordinator Michael Davis to talk about faith-driven football from the ground up. Coach Davis shares how Hebron develops athletes starting as early as flag football, the unique advantages of a Christ-centered private school, and the profound impact of weekly chapel, FCA-style "7:25" devotions, and even post-practice baptisms on campus. He reflects on his years at Rabun County coaching current UGA quarterback Gunner Stockton, describes life and friendly chaos inside the ultra-competitive Lamb/Davis family, and explains how high school sports can be a vehicle for education, discipleship, and life change.

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• Fellowship of Christian Athletes North Georgia – Learn more about the mission and events of FCA in North Georgia.

• Longstreet Cafe

Coach Joel Lulinski is the head coach of the Lanier Lightning at Lanier Christian Academy. With a background in working at children's homes for 12 years, Joel transitioned into coaching and teaching at Lanier Christian Academy. He has coached under notable mentors like Blake Anderson and Bruce Miller and has led his team to compete at high levels of state championships in the GAPS association.

In this engaging episode of the FCA North Georgia Coaches Podcast, Joel Williams and Clint Fair sit down with Coach Joel Lulinski from Lanier Christian Academy to discuss his journey from working in children's homes to leading a high school football team to a state championship. The conversation, recorded live from Longstreet Café in Gainesville, Georgia, explores the highs and challenges of coaching football at a small faith-based school where roster sizes and community engagement play pivotal roles in the academy's sports program.

Coach Joel Lulinski shares his unique insights into the workings of a small Christian school where sports are intertwined with faith, and every student is encouraged to participate in athletics. Highlighting an impressive statistic with 80% of Lanier Christian Academy's student body participating in sports, Coach Lulinski emphasizes the critical role of leadership and teamwork on and off the field. The episode also delves deep into the evolving dynamics of high school sports, the importance of maintaining core values through success, and the strategic thinking involved in nurturing a young, vibrant team amidst challenges like limited player numbers and injuries.

• Coach Joel Lulinski's journey from children's home work to coaching football at Lanier Christian Academy emphasizes the integration of faith and sports.

• Lanier Christian Academy boasts a unique model where 80% of students engage in sports, necessitating shared athletes between different sports seasons.

• Lulinski's coaching philosophy centers on making each player a leader, facilitating a culture of accountability and growth within the team.

• Despite the challenges of managing a small squad of 27 players, the team thrives through strategic player positioning and resilience.

• Commitment to Christ-centered values remains paramount for Lulinski and his coaching staff, even amidst the pressures of athletic success.

• My Country 993 WCON - The Music That Made Country Great

• Fellowship of Christian Athletes North Georgia – Learn more about the mission and events of FCA in North Georgia.

• Longstreet Cafe

Josh Niblett
Josh Niblett is the Head Football Coach of the Gainesville High Red Elephants. With a rich history in coaching, Niblett has made significant strides in developing successful football programs. His leadership and innovative coaching strategies took form over an illustrious tenure at Hoover High School, where he clinched several state titles and cemented his legacy. Renowned for his dedication to fostering a positive culture and emphasizing character development alongside athletic prowess, Niblett continues to inspire both players and the community through his resilient and faith-driven coaching style.

In this engaging episode of the FCA North Georgia Coaches Show, Joel Williams and Clint Fair have an in-depth conversation with Josh Niblett, Gainesville High's Head Football Coach. Hosting from Longstreet Cafe, Niblett shares his insights on coaching, creating a winning culture, and his spiritual journey that intertwines with football. The discussion explores the competitive season the Gainesville Red Elephants have had, the challenges faced, and the continued pursuit of excellence both on and off the field.

The conversation delves into Team Culture and Values, unpacking Niblett's emphasis on character, integrity, and choosing the hard path to achieve greatness. Niblett highlights how the values of choosing hard, embracing the truth, and looking beyond personal gain define the Gainesville culture. The episode also covers pivotal moments from his coaching career, his transition to Gainesville, the role of his family, and his perspective on leadership and life. Through notable quotes and takeaways, listeners gain valuable insights into effective coaching and personal growth, garnished with a rich tapestry of personal anecdotes and professional wisdom.

• Building a Winning Culture: Niblett emphasizes the significance of setting standards and expectations that transcend the football field to encompass all aspects of life.

• Spiritual and Motivational Leadership: Coach Niblett views his career as a ministry, utilizing his position to inspire players towards spiritual growth and personal development.

• Fostering Integrity and Accountability: The importance of maintaining integrity and accountability, both on and off the field, is central to Niblett's coaching philosophy.

• Emphasis on Team Values: 'Choose Hard,' 'High Truths,' and 'G+Me' are shared as core values essential in cultivating a cohesive and successful team environment.

• Impactful Coaching and Influences: Niblett's account of how family, particularly his mother's guidance, plays a crucial role in his decision-making process and outlook on challenges.