Heart of the Athlete

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By: Ken Lewis

FCA’s exciting podcast, Heart of the Athlete, is hosted by FCA Idaho Director, Ken Lewis. This podcast is a great opportunity to listen to athletes and coaches share their faith and sport - and the challenges of living out both.

Zeke Martinez- Boise State's QB with heart
Today at 3:00 PM

The Fellowship of Christian Athletes’ exciting local radio program, Heart of the Athlete, airs Saturdays at 9:30 am MST on 94.5 FM and 790 AM Boise's Solid Talk. The show is hosted by local FCA Director, Ken Lewis. This program is a great opportunity to listen to local athletes and coaches share their lives, combining sports with their faith in Jesus Christ each week!

Our relationships will demonstrate steadfast commitment to Jesus Christ and His Word through Integrity, Serving, Teamwork and Excellence.

NNU Box 3359

623 S University Blvd

Nampa, ID 83686

United St...


Dominik Calhoun- Boise State Football, How God is using him
03/28/2026

The Fellowship of Christian Athletes’ exciting local radio program, Heart of the Athlete, airs Saturdays at 9:30 am MST on 94.5 FM and 790 AM Boise's Solid Talk. The show is hosted by local FCA Director, Ken Lewis. This program is a great opportunity to listen to local athletes and coaches share their lives, combining sports with their faith in Jesus Christ each week!

Our relationships will demonstrate steadfast commitment to Jesus Christ and His Word through Integrity, Serving, Teamwork and Excellence.

NNU Box 3359

623 S University Blvd

Nampa, ID 83686

United St...


Torry Mowatt-Regional International Coordinator & FCA Idaho Sports
03/21/2026

The Fellowship of Christian Athletes’ exciting local radio program, Heart of the Athlete, airs Saturdays at 9:30 am MST on 94.5 FM and 790 AM Boise's Solid Talk. The show is hosted by local FCA Director, Ken Lewis. This program is a great opportunity to listen to local athletes and coaches share their lives, combining sports with their faith in Jesus Christ each week!

Our relationships will demonstrate steadfast commitment to Jesus Christ and His Word through Integrity, Serving, Teamwork and Excellence.

NNU Box 3359

623 S University Blvd

Nampa, ID 83686

United St...


Josh Newberg | Idaho Wrestling Director FCA
03/14/2026

Josh Newberg | Idaho Wrestling Director

jnewberg@fca.org | (208) 599-7493

Josh grew up in the small town of Woodland, WA where he spent much of his time in sports. Being recruited by a few universities, for wrestling, he decided on Boise State, where he competed from 2013-17'. Having been spiritually impacted by an on-campus Christian ministry called Cru, during his junior and senior years at BSU, he had a gut feeling that his career path would be tied to his Faith. A few years after graduation, God called him to a role in...


Amaia Black | Area Rep/FCA Rodeo
03/07/2026

Amaia Black | Area Rep/FCA Rodeo

ablack@fca.org | (208) 859-3884

Amaia Black grew up in a strong Christian home in Homedale, Idaho, where she played sports all through school. After marrying her high school sweetheart, Wade Black, they moved to Montana for his rodeo scholarship at Montana State University. After 5 years, they moved back to Idaho to start their family. Her husband and her have a family business, Training for the Cross, LLC, which focuses on training horses and ministry. Together, they raise four children, Asa Mateo, Josephine, Cylas, and Samuel—who share th...


Circling back with Brandon Lambert
02/21/2026

Brandon Lambert | Ada County Area Rep

 blambert@fca.org | 805-801-0413‬


Brandon Lambert, a California native, grew up with a passion for sports and community. After years of coaching, discipling men, mentoring youth, and volunteering, he discovered a powerful way to bring all of his passions together. In 2019, he came on staff with FCA, realizing he could pursue all of these callings through sports under one umbrella for the Lord. As he continues to grow in his own faith, Brandon is dedicated to building relationships and encouraging others in their walk with Chr...


Meet longtime friend of FCA, Pablo Moreno
02/14/2026

 I am the second oldest of the five Moreno brothers. I have been married to my bride for 14 years. I currently serve as a Chaplain Assistant in the Idaho Air National Guard, run a furniture restoration business with my wife, and also am a director of a non-profit I started serving the community of Boise State University.

The Fellowship of Christian Athletes’ exciting local radio program, Heart of the Athlete, airs Saturdays at 9:30 am MST on 94.5 FM and 790 AM Boise's Solid Talk. The show is hosted by local FCA Director, Ken Lewis. This program is a gre...


Coach Nick Kirkpatrick
02/07/2026

The Fellowship of Christian Athletes’ exciting local radio program, Heart of the Athlete, airs Saturdays at 9:30 am MST on 94.5 FM and 790 AM Boise's Solid Talk. The show is hosted by local FCA Director, Ken Lewis. This program is a great opportunity to listen to local athletes and coaches share their lives, combining sports with their faith in Jesus Christ each week!

Our relationships will demonstrate steadfast commitment to Jesus Christ and His Word through Integrity, Serving, Teamwork and Excellence.

NNU Box 3359

623 S University Blvd

Nampa, ID 83686

United St...


Coach and Teacher Brock Jessup
01/31/2026

The Fellowship of Christian Athletes’ exciting local radio program, Heart of the Athlete, airs Saturdays at 9:30 am MST on 94.5 FM and 790 AM Boise's Solid Talk. The show is hosted by local FCA Director, Ken Lewis. This program is a great opportunity to listen to local athletes and coaches share their lives, combining sports with their faith in Jesus Christ each week!

Our relationships will demonstrate steadfast commitment to Jesus Christ and His Word through Integrity, Serving, Teamwork and Excellence.

NNU Box 3359

623 S University Blvd

Nampa, ID 83686

United St...


Tom Dougherty- 2025 College Football Retrospective
01/24/2026

The Fellowship of Christian Athletes’ exciting local radio program, Heart of the Athlete, airs Saturdays at 9:30 am MST on 94.5 FM and 790 AM Boise's Solid Talk. The show is hosted by local FCA Director, Ken Lewis. This program is a great opportunity to listen to local athletes and coaches share their lives, combining sports with their faith in Jesus Christ each week!

Our relationships will demonstrate steadfast commitment to Jesus Christ and His Word through Integrity, Serving, Teamwork and Excellence.

NNU Box 3359

623 S University Blvd

Nampa, ID 83686

United St...


Sammy Duke- 2026 FCA Update
01/17/2026

samduke@fca.org | (503) 816-0794


 Sammy has been involved with FCA Idaho as a volunteer for a couple of years! She came on staff with FCA in Idaho in the summer of 2025. She served as the Head Soccer Coach at the NW FCA Sports Camp in 2024. She played soccer collegiately at Northwest Nazarene University where she received her BA in Kinesiology/Health Education and then received her Masters in Ed Leadership in 2012. Sammy came to FCA with a 17 year teaching career. She has also coached a variety of sports for 20 years. She loves Jesus, family, sunsets and a...


Aeneas Demetrius Williams FCA Bowl Breakfast pt.2
01/10/2026

The Fellowship of Christian Athletes’ exciting local radio program, Heart of the Athlete, airs Saturdays at 9:30 am MST on 94.5 FM and 790 AM Boise's Solid Talk. The show is hosted by local FCA Director, Ken Lewis. This program is a great opportunity to listen to local athletes and coaches share their lives, combining sports with their faith in Jesus Christ each week!

Our relationships will demonstrate steadfast commitment to Jesus Christ and His Word through Integrity, Serving, Teamwork and Excellence.

NNU Box 3359

623 S University Blvd

Nampa, ID 83686

United St...


Aeneas Demetrius Williams FCA Bowl Breakfast pt.1
01/03/2026

The Fellowship of Christian Athletes’ exciting local radio program, Heart of the Athlete, airs Saturdays at 9:30 am MST on 94.5 FM and 790 AM Boise's Solid Talk. The show is hosted by local FCA Director, Ken Lewis. This program is a great opportunity to listen to local athletes and coaches share their lives, combining sports with their faith in Jesus Christ each week!

Our relationships will demonstrate steadfast commitment to Jesus Christ and His Word through Integrity, Serving, Teamwork and Excellence.

NNU Box 3359

623 S University Blvd

Nampa, ID 83686

United St...


Jayme Berry Basketball Offical
12/20/2025

The Fellowship of Christian Athletes’ exciting local radio program, Heart of the Athlete, airs Saturdays at 9:30 am MST on 94.5 FM and 790 AM Boise's Solid Talk. The show is hosted by local FCA Director, Ken Lewis. This program is a great opportunity to listen to local athletes and coaches share their lives, combining sports with their faith in Jesus Christ each week!

Our relationships will demonstrate steadfast commitment to Jesus Christ and His Word through Integrity, Serving, Teamwork and Excellence.

NNU Box 3359

623 S University Blvd

Nampa, ID 83686

United St...


Aeneas Williams- Famous Idaho Potato Bowl FCA breakfast
12/13/2025

Pro Football Hall of Fame Field
August 2, 2014


AENEAS WILLIAMS: 

I'll just take a moment to soak this all in.  The moment to be here, and I will start out by telling you this, how in the world do you go from walking on your junior year a week before the season starts, your junior year at the Southern University, that's right, Ohio State, it's the Southern University. 
   
There are so many people that I could thank, teammates, coaches, mentors.  There will be some I'll call, but some I just...


Tylar Aggen-Melba High School, FCA huddle leader
12/06/2025

The Fellowship of Christian Athletes’ exciting local radio program, Heart of the Athlete, airs Saturdays at 9:30 am MST on 94.5 FM and 790 AM Boise's Solid Talk. The show is hosted by local FCA Director, Ken Lewis. This program is a great opportunity to listen to local athletes and coaches share their lives, combining sports with their faith in Jesus Christ each week!

Our relationships will demonstrate steadfast commitment to Jesus Christ and His Word through Integrity, Serving, Teamwork and Excellence.

NNU Box 3359

623 S University Blvd

Nampa, ID 83686

United St...


Russ Campbell
11/29/2025

The Fellowship of Christian Athletes’ exciting local radio program, Heart of the Athlete, airs Saturdays at 9:30 am MST on 94.5 FM and 790 AM Boise's Solid Talk. The show is hosted by local FCA Director, Ken Lewis. This program is a great opportunity to listen to local athletes and coaches share their lives, combining sports with their faith in Jesus Christ each week!

Our relationships will demonstrate steadfast commitment to Jesus Christ and His Word through Integrity, Serving, Teamwork and Excellence.

NNU Box 3359

623 S University Blvd

Nampa, ID 83686

United St...


Sammy Duke and Ken Lewis talk all things FCA
11/22/2025

samduke@fca.org | (503) 816-0794

 Sammy has been involved with FCA Idaho as a volunteer for a couple of years! She came on staff with FCA in Idaho in the summer of 2025. She served as the Head Soccer Coach at the NW FCA Sports Camp in 2024. She played soccer collegiately at Northwest Nazarene University where she received her BA in Kinesiology/Health Education and then received her Masters in Ed Leadership in 2012. Sammy came to FCA with a 17 year teaching career. She has also coached a variety of sports for 20 years. She loves Jesus, family, sunsets a...


Bill Barr- PNW Outdoors FCA
11/15/2025

In high school Bill played football where he was the Quarterback. He was also a high school All American in wrestling and was voted NJCAA Wrestler of the year in 1979. Bill holds black belts in four different styles of martial arts: 1st black in Hawaiian Kenpo, 1st Black in Okinawa Kobudo (weapons), 3rd Black in American Kenpo and a 4th Black in American jujitsu. He is a retired High school chemistry teacher of 39 years, football coach for 34 years and former team Idaho pole vault coach for 32 years.



He has multiple Idaho State Championships...


Josh Newberg - FCA Wrestling - Idaho Director
11/07/2025

The Fellowship of Christian Athletes’ exciting local radio program, Heart of the Athlete, airs Saturdays at 9:30 am MST on 94.5 FM and 790 AM Boise's Solid Talk. The show is hosted by local FCA Director, Ken Lewis. This program is a great opportunity to listen to local athletes and coaches share their lives, combining sports with their faith in Jesus Christ each week!

Our relationships will demonstrate steadfast commitment to Jesus Christ and His Word through Integrity, Serving, Teamwork and Excellence.

NNU Box 3359

623 S University Blvd

Nampa, ID 83686

United St...


Dakota Hutton-King- Northwest Nazarene University
11/01/2025


Dakota Hutton-King

Title Assistant Coach - Jumps & Recruiting and Visit CoordinatorEmail dhuttonking@nnu.edu

The Fellowship of Christian Athletes’ exciting local radio program, Heart of the Athlete, airs Saturdays at 9:30 am MST on 94.5 FM and 790 AM Boise's Solid Talk. The show is hosted by local FCA Director, Ken Lewis. This program is a great opportunity to listen to local athletes and coaches share their lives, combining sports with their faith in Jesus Christ each week!

Our relationships will demonstrate steadfast commitment to Jesus Christ and His Word th...


Gracie Tentinger talks softball and God
10/24/2025

The Fellowship of Christian Athletes’ exciting local radio program, Heart of the Athlete, airs Saturdays at 9:30 am MST on 94.5 FM and 790 AM Boise's Solid Talk. The show is hosted by local FCA Director, Ken Lewis. This program is a great opportunity to listen to local athletes and coaches share their lives, combining sports with their faith in Jesus Christ each week!

Our relationships will demonstrate steadfast commitment to Jesus Christ and His Word through Integrity, Serving, Teamwork and Excellence.

NNU Box 3359

623 S University Blvd

Nampa, ID 83686

United St...


David Craig- FCA Takeover October 22
10/18/2025

https://www.fcaidaho.org/

The Fellowship of Christian Athletes’ exciting local radio program, Heart of the Athlete, airs Saturdays at 9:30 am MST on 94.5 FM and 790 AM Boise's Solid Talk. The show is hosted by local FCA Director, Ken Lewis. This program is a great opportunity to listen to local athletes and coaches share their lives, combining sports with their faith in Jesus Christ each week!

Our relationships will demonstrate steadfast commitment to Jesus Christ and His Word through Integrity, Serving, Teamwork and Excellence.

NNU Box 3359

623 S University Blvd

...


Pami Young | College Rep (Boise St)
10/11/2025


Pami Young | College Rep (Boise St)


pamiyoung@fca.org | (760) 532-5399

Pami has been serving with FCA Idaho as a College Area Rep since May of 2022. Born and raised in San Diego, CA, to a family committed to serving the local church and supporting the San Diego Padres, Pami was raised in church and on a softball field. She played  softball, soccer, and field hockey through high school and then decided to pursue a bachelor's degree in Athletic Training from Point Loma Nazarene University. It was there, that the L...


Sean Rooney- FCA Sports Director
10/04/2025

The Fellowship of Christian Athletes’ exciting local radio program, Heart of the Athlete, airs Saturdays at 9:30 am MST on 94.5 FM and 790 AM Boise's Solid Talk. The show is hosted by local FCA Director, Ken Lewis. This program is a great opportunity to listen to local athletes and coaches share their lives, combining sports with their faith in Jesus Christ each week!

Our relationships will demonstrate steadfast commitment to Jesus Christ and His Word through Integrity, Serving, Teamwork and Excellence.

NNU Box 3359

623 S University Blvd

Nampa, ID 83686

United St...


Bill Barr- FCA area rep for outdoor ministries and Teacher
09/20/2025

The Fellowship of Christian Athletes’ exciting local radio program, Heart of the Athlete, airs Saturdays at 9:30 am MST on 94.5 FM and 790 AM Boise's Solid Talk. The show is hosted by local FCA Director, Ken Lewis. This program is a great opportunity to listen to local athletes and coaches share their lives, combining sports with their faith in Jesus Christ each week!

Our relationships will demonstrate steadfast commitment to Jesus Christ and His Word through Integrity, Serving, Teamwork and Excellence.

NNU Box 3359

623 S University Blvd

Nampa, ID 83686

United St...


Jim Hamilton State Director for Wyoming Fellowship of Christian Athletes
09/12/2025

The Fellowship of Christian Athletes’ exciting local radio program, Heart of the Athlete, airs Saturdays at 9:30 am MST on 94.5 FM and 790 AM Boise's Solid Talk. The show is hosted by local FCA Director, Ken Lewis. This program is a great opportunity to listen to local athletes and coaches share their lives, combining sports with their faith in Jesus Christ each week!

Our relationships will demonstrate steadfast commitment to Jesus Christ and His Word through Integrity, Serving, Teamwork and Excellence.

NNU Box 3359

623 S University Blvd

Nampa, ID 83686

United St...


Brandon Lambert | Ada County Area Rep FCA
08/30/2025

Brandon Lambert, a California native, grew up with a passion for sports and community. After years of coaching, discipling men, mentoring youth, and volunteering, he discovered a powerful way to bring all of his passions together. In 2019, he came on staff with FCA, realizing he could pursue all of these callings through sports under one umbrella for the Lord. As he continues to grow in his own faith, Brandon is dedicated to building relationships and encouraging others in their walk with Christ. Brandon is married to his wife, Jennifer, and has 3 kids and a grandson.



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Sammy Duke
08/23/2025

The Fellowship of Christian Athletes’ exciting local radio program, Heart of the Athlete, airs Saturdays at 9:30 am MST on 94.5 FM and 790 AM Boise's Solid Talk. The show is hosted by local FCA Director, Ken Lewis. This program is a great opportunity to listen to local athletes and coaches share their lives, combining sports with their faith in Jesus Christ each week!

Our relationships will demonstrate steadfast commitment to Jesus Christ and His Word through Integrity, Serving, Teamwork and Excellence.

NNU Box 3359

623 S University Blvd

Nampa, ID 83686

United St...


Q and A with Rod Bragato - County Director for Fellowship of Christian Athletes
08/16/2025

The Fellowship of Christian Athletes’ exciting local radio program, Heart of the Athlete, airs Saturdays at 9:30 am MST on 94.5 FM and 790 AM Boise's Solid Talk. The show is hosted by local FCA Director, Ken Lewis. This program is a great opportunity to listen to local athletes and coaches share their lives, combining sports with their faith in Jesus Christ each week!

Our relationships will demonstrate steadfast commitment to Jesus Christ and His Word through Integrity, Serving, Teamwork and Excellence.

NNU Box 3359

623 S University Blvd

Nampa, ID 83686

United St...


Q and A with Sierra Wells, Marisa Howard and Krystal Peterson FCA camp 2025
08/09/2025

The Fellowship of Christian Athletes’ exciting local radio program, Heart of the Athlete, airs Saturdays at 9:30 am MST on 94.5 FM and 790 AM Boise's Solid Talk. The show is hosted by local FCA Director, Ken Lewis. This program is a great opportunity to listen to local athletes and coaches share their lives, combining sports with their faith in Jesus Christ each week!

Our relationships will demonstrate steadfast commitment to Jesus Christ and His Word through Integrity, Serving, Teamwork and Excellence.

NNU Box 3359

623 S University Blvd

Nampa, ID 83686

United St...


Coach Ditter Podcast
08/02/2025

The Fellowship of Christian Athletes’ exciting local radio program, Heart of the Athlete, airs Saturdays at 9:30 am MST on 94.5 FM and 790 AM Boise's Solid Talk. The show is hosted by local FCA Director, Ken Lewis. This program is a great opportunity to listen to local athletes and coaches share their lives, combining sports with their faith in Jesus Christ each week!

Our relationships will demonstrate steadfast commitment to Jesus Christ and His Word through Integrity, Serving, Teamwork and Excellence.

NNU Box 3359

623 S University Blvd

Nampa, ID 83686

United St...


Shane Williamson- special podcast version
07/26/2025

The Fellowship of Christian Athletes’ exciting local radio program, Heart of the Athlete, airs Saturdays at 9:30 am MST on 94.5 FM and 790 AM Boise's Solid Talk. The show is hosted by local FCA Director, Ken Lewis. This program is a great opportunity to listen to local athletes and coaches share their lives, combining sports with their faith in Jesus Christ each week!

Our relationships will demonstrate steadfast commitment to Jesus Christ and His Word through Integrity, Serving, Teamwork and Excellence.

NNU Box 3359

623 S University Blvd

Nampa, ID 83686

United St...


7/19/25 Ryan Ries Night 2
07/19/2025

The Fellowship of Christian Athletes’ exciting local radio program, Heart of the Athlete, airs Saturdays at 9:30 am MST on 94.5 FM and 790 AM Boise's Solid Talk. The show is hosted by local FCA Director, Ken Lewis. This program is a great opportunity to listen to local athletes and coaches share their lives, combining sports with their faith in Jesus Christ each week!

Our relationships will demonstrate steadfast commitment to Jesus Christ and His Word through Integrity, Serving, Teamwork and Excellence.

NNU Box 3359

623 S University Blvd

Nampa, ID 83686

United St...


7/12/25 Ryan Ries Night 1 part 2
07/12/2025

The Fellowship of Christian Athletes’ exciting local radio program, Heart of the Athlete, airs Saturdays at 9:30 am MST on 94.5 FM and 790 AM Boise's Solid Talk. The show is hosted by local FCA Director, Ken Lewis. This program is a great opportunity to listen to local athletes and coaches share their lives, combining sports with their faith in Jesus Christ each week!

Our relationships will demonstrate steadfast commitment to Jesus Christ and His Word through Integrity, Serving, Teamwork and Excellence.

NNU Box 3359

623 S University Blvd

Nampa, ID 83686

United St...


7/05/25 Ryan Ries Night 1 part 1
07/05/2025

The Fellowship of Christian Athletes’ exciting local radio program, Heart of the Athlete, airs Saturdays at 9:30 am MST on 94.5 FM and 790 AM Boise's Solid Talk. The show is hosted by local FCA Director, Ken Lewis. This program is a great opportunity to listen to local athletes and coaches share their lives, combining sports with their faith in Jesus Christ each week!

Our relationships will demonstrate steadfast commitment to Jesus Christ and His Word through Integrity, Serving, Teamwork and Excellence.

NNU Box 3359

623 S University Blvd

Nampa, ID 83686

United St...


Barb Lidquist pt.2
06/28/2025

The Fellowship of Christian Athletes’ exciting local radio program, Heart of the Athlete, airs Saturdays at 9:30 am MST on 94.5 FM and 790 AM Boise's Solid Talk. The show is hosted by local FCA Director, Ken Lewis. This program is a great opportunity to listen to local athletes and coaches share their lives, combining sports with their faith in Jesus Christ each week!

Our relationships will demonstrate steadfast commitment to Jesus Christ and His Word through Integrity, Serving, Teamwork and Excellence.

NNU Box 3359

623 S University Blvd

Nampa, ID 83686

United St...


Barb Lindquist- Olympian to coach
06/21/2025

Barb Lindquist’s triathlon career highlights her consistency, perseverance, and excellence. Of her 134 pro career starts, she won 33 races (25%), stood on the podium 86 times (64%), and had 114 top 10 finishes (85%), covering all distances from sprint to Ironman, specializing in the Olympic distance. She beat the Australians on their own turf by winning their coveted F1 Series twice, was ranked #1 in the world from 2003-2004, and represented the USA in the 2004 Olympics in Athens (9th). In 2010 Barb was inducted into the USAT Hall of Fame.

Lindquist made it to the top of the sport by dedication to hard work, an ea...


Steve Kilgore pt.3
06/14/2025

The Fellowship of Christian Athletes’ exciting local radio program, Heart of the Athlete, airs Saturdays at 9:30 am MST on 94.5 FM and 790 AM Boise's Solid Talk. The show is hosted by local FCA Director, Ken Lewis. This program is a great opportunity to listen to local athletes and coaches share their lives, combining sports with their faith in Jesus Christ each week!

Our relationships will demonstrate steadfast commitment to Jesus Christ and His Word through Integrity, Serving, Teamwork and Excellence.

NNU Box 3359

623 S University Blvd

Nampa, ID 83686

United St...


Steve Kilgore pt.2
06/07/2025

The Fellowship of Christian Athletes’ exciting local radio program, Heart of the Athlete, airs Saturdays at 9:30 am MST on 94.5 FM and 790 AM Boise's Solid Talk. The show is hosted by local FCA Director, Ken Lewis. This program is a great opportunity to listen to local athletes and coaches share their lives, combining sports with their faith in Jesus Christ each week!

Our relationships will demonstrate steadfast commitment to Jesus Christ and His Word through Integrity, Serving, Teamwork and Excellence.

NNU Box 3359

623 S University Blvd

Nampa, ID 83686

United St...