Born in New Zealand and raised in Sydney, Dave’s journey has taken him from a range of jobs to studying theology at Moore College. He later served in ministry across regional New South Wales. Now back in Christchurch, he works with Athletes in Action, supporting student and pro athletes in their faith. To get in touch with Dave - Dave.morgan@athletesinaction.org.nz Athlete's in Action NZ - athletesinaction.org.nz For more interviews just like this, go to - faithlifesport.com...
Jul 13, 2025•57 min•Ep. 30
In this episode, we sit down with Kare Adenegan, British wheelchair athlete and Paralympian, who discovered her passion for sport after watching the London 2012 Paralympic Games. Born with cerebral palsy, Kare shares how seeing wheelchair racing for the first time opened her eyes to a new world—one that was fast, thrilling, and full of possibility. She reflects on her journey from a curious teenager to a world-class athlete, the challenges she’s overcome, and how her Christian faith continues to...
Jun 29, 2025•16 min•Ep. 29
In this episode, Jane Powell—former England cricketer, ex-national hockey coach, and now President of Yorkshire County Cricket Club—shares her remarkable journey through elite sport. She reflects on the highs and lows of coaching and leadership, and how her Christian faith has shaped every stage of her life. Jane speaks candidly about living out her faith both on and off the field. Yorkshire County Cricket - yorkshireccc.com For more interviews just like this, go to - faithlifesport.com...
Jun 15, 2025•47 min•Ep. 28
Growing up in South Africa, but then moving to Australia with his family at a young age, Marnus Labuschagne has always loved cricket. Coming through the grades in Queensland cricket to then making his Australian debut in 2018, he has since become a mainstay in the Test side, along with playing some One Day and T20 Internationals over the past few years. Marnus in our chat shares about his upbringing, how his Mum would write bible verses on his cricket shoes, his Christian faith and how he travel...
Jun 01, 2025•28 min•Ep. 27
In this inspiring episode, Stephen shares his journey of faith, overcoming a life-altering accident at age 12 that led to the loss of his leg. He reflects on how his Christian faith guided him and shaped his path into education. Now serving as the principal of a Christian high school in Queensland, he discusses the profound impact his faith continues to have on his leadership and daily life. For more interviews just like this, go to - faithlifesport.com...
May 18, 2025•42 min•Ep. 26
In this episode, we chat with Ellie, an inspiring English netballer who made her international debut in 2022. Raised in a Christian household, Ellie’s faith became an integral part of her life as a teenager, and she’s since used her platform in sport to share her beliefs with others. She opens up about her journey, balancing the demands of professional sport with her personal faith. www.netballsl.com For more interviews just like this, go to - faithlifesport.com...
May 04, 2025•27 min•Ep. 25
In this episode, Cam takes us through his journey growing up in Melbourne with a deep love for sport. He reflects on his incredible 15-year tenure as Chaplain to the Melbourne AFL side, offering a unique look into the intersection of faith and professional sport. Cam also shares his impactful work with Sports Chaplaincy Australia, helping athletes navigate the challenges of their careers. He also discusses his involvement with the Urban Revs ministry. Join us as Cam opens up about his experience...
Apr 20, 2025•51 min•Ep. 24
In this episode, Graeme looks back over the highlights of Season 2...so far . FLS - Past and present Christians in sport sharing about their faith, life and sport. We hear from - Ian Bishop - Cricket Ian grew up on the Caribbean island of Trinidad, starting playing cricket at a younger age. He shares in our chat about growing up with his faith, his cricketing debut for the West Indies and now as he travels the world as a cricket commentator, how he stays connected with his church back home. Debb...
Oct 06, 2024•43 min•Ep. 23
In this episode, Graeme looks back over the highlights of Season 2...so far . FLS - Past and present Christians in sport sharing about their faith, life and sport. We hear from - Dave Nilsson - Baseball Dave didn't grew up a Christian, but upon moving to America to pursue his baseball career, it was seeing how his fellow team mates acted and related, that David came closer to God. Sharing in this conversation about his career, his faith and what's next in another move back to America shortly for...
Sep 22, 2024•37 min•Ep. 22
Debbie Bruwer (nee Flood) didn't start rowing until she was in her mid teens, but went on to represent Great Britain at 3 Olympic Games, picking up Silver at both the 2004 and 2008 games. In this episode she shares about her Christian faith, how she got into the sport, and what she's doing now through her role helping other athletes with the Christians in Sport ministry in the UK. To find out more about Debbie's work and Christians in Sport in the UK - christiansinsport.org.uk For more interview...
Sep 08, 2024•25 min•Ep. 21
Roy is the International Director for Christian Surfers. In this episode he talks about his upbringing in South Africa, and how he got into surfing. Even, how he actually gave away surfing for a period of time. How his Christian faith was cemented on a mission trip in the bush - a long way from the nearest beach! And, he also shares about the new version of the Surfers Bible which Christian Surfers has produced. For more details on Christian Surfers - christiansurfers.net To get a copy of the Su...
Aug 25, 2024•36 min•Ep. 20
Growing up in a family that loved sports, it’s all Jason ever wanted to be involved with. Beginning his media journey in local radio, it then lead to a 17 year career as a Producer and Manager at EPSN - the worlds biggest sports network. Since 2017, Jason has combined his Christian faith and love of sport as the Director of Media with Christian sports ministry - Sports Spectrum. In this episode, Jason shares about his career, faith and the teams he loves to support! Jason's website - www.jasonro...
Aug 11, 2024•35 min•Ep. 19
Growing up in South Africa, but then moving to Australia with his family at a young age, Marnus Labuschagne has always loved cricket. Coming through the grades in Queensland cricket to then making his Australian debut in 2018, he has since become a mainstay in the Test side, along with playing some One Day and T20 Internationals over the past few years. Marnus in our chat shares about his upbringing, how his Mum would write bible verses on his cricket shoes, his Christian faith and how he travel...
Jul 28, 2024•28 min•Ep. 17
Growing up on the South Coast of NSW in Australia, Abigail has been competing in judo tournaments around the world and won a bonze medal at 2022 Commonwealth Games. In this episode she shares about her faith, life and travelling around the world. For more interviews just like this, go to - faithlifesport.com Send the FLS team a message via Facebook or Instagram...
Jul 14, 2024•26 min•Ep. 18
David Nilsson didn't grew up a Christian, but upon moving to America to pursue his baseball career, it was seeing how his fellow team mates acted and related, that David came closer to God. Sharing in this conversation about his career, his faith and what's next in another move back to America shortly for his family as he helps lead the next generation of athletes. To find out more about Baseball in Australia - baseball.com.au For more interviews just like this, go to - faithlifesport.com Send t...
Jun 30, 2024•32 min•Ep. 14
Ian Bishop growing up on the Caribbean island of Trinidad, starting playing cricket at a younger age. He shares in our chat about growing up with his faith, his cricketing debut for the West Indies and now as he travels the world as a cricket commentator, how he stays connected with his church back home. Follow Ian on Instagram - instagram.com/irbishi/ For more interviews just like this, go to - faithlifesport.com Send the FLS team a message via Facebook or Instagram...
Jun 16, 2024•45 min•Ep. 16
In this episode of the FLS podcast, Russ Harmon shares about his time as a pastor on the Gold Coast, to now helping to place Chaplains in Surf Clubs across Australia Life Saving Chaplaincy - lifesavingchaplaincy.com.au Sports Chaplaincy Australia - sportschaplaincy.com.au For more interviews just like this, go to - faithlifesport.com Send the FLS team a message via Facebook or Instagram...
Jun 02, 2024•55 min•Ep. 13
In this episode of the FLS podcast, we hear from former South African international Shaun Pollock. He shares about his cricketing career, his Christian faith, how he's now enjoying his time in the tv commentary box and what the future of cricket might look like. For more interviews just like this, go to - faithlifesport.com Send the FLS team a message via Facebook or Instagram...
May 19, 2024•38 min•Ep. 15
In this episode, Graeme looks back over the highlights of 2023. Past and present Christians in sport sharing about their faith, life and sport. This episode with a cricketing theme, hearing from Simon Flinders - Cricket NSW Chaplain, Johan Botha - former South African cricketer and Chandika Hathurusingha - former Sri Lankan cricketer, now coach of Bangladesh For more interviews just like this, go to - faithlifesport.com Send the FLS team a message via Facebook or Instagram...
Jan 14, 2024•20 min•Ep. 11
In this episode, Graeme looks back over the highlights of 2023. Past and present Christians in sport sharing about their faith, life and sport. We hear from Jemimah Rodrigues - Cricket, Dan Smith - former Olympic swimmer, Brett Davis - Christian Surfers, Brad Thorn - dual international - rugby league and rugby union and Kayla McKenna - soccer For more interviews just like this, go to - faithlifesport.com Send the FLS team a message via Facebook or Instagram...
Dec 31, 2023•38 min•Ep. 10
Jazmin grew up playing soccer with her brother and her Dad as the coach. She's travelled the world with soccer and now calls Australia home playing with the Central Coast Mariners Women's side. In this episode she shares about her faith, mission work and how along with her husband, they're enjoying their time in Australia. For more interviews just like this, go to - faithlifesport.com Send the FLS team a message via Facebook or Instagram...
Dec 17, 2023•22 min•Ep. 12
Simon Flinders with a background of a Sydney Anglican Minister, with his love of cricket, took up the role as Sports Chaplain with the New South Wales Cricket Team in 2004. In this episode Simon shares with us about the role and what it involves, the wider role of a Sport Chaplain and we talk a bit of cricket too! Details and information on Sports Chaplaincy Australia - sportschaplaincy.com.au For more interviews just like this, go to - faithlifesport.com Send the FLS team a message via Facebook...
Dec 03, 2023•25 min•Ep. 9
Growing up on the South Coast of NSW in Australia, Abigail has been competing in judo tournaments around the world and last year won a bonze medal at 2022 Commonwealth Games. In this episode she shares about her faith, life and travelling around the world. For more interviews just like this, go to - faithlifesport.com Send the FLS team a message via Facebook or Instagram...
Nov 19, 2023•26 min•Ep. 8
Hear about Johan's journey growing up in South African, having his bowling action questioned, captaining his country. He also shares about his faith and what he's doing in cricket these days. FLS - conversations with past and present Christians in sport For more interviews just like this, go to - faithlifesport.com Send the FLS team a message via Facebook or Instagram...
Nov 05, 2023•45 min•Ep. 7
Oct 22, 2023•25 min•Ep. 6
In this episode, Kayla shares about her overseas soccer journey from the USA to Scotland and now to playing in Spain. Hear about her time at the recent Women’s World Cup in Australia and her Christian faith. FLS - conversations with past and present Christians in sport For more interviews just like this, go to - faithlifesport.com Send the FLS team a message via Facebook or Instagram...
Oct 08, 2023•31 min•Ep. 5
Brad Thorn was one of the toughest players on the footy field. Playing at the highest level in both rugby league for the Brisbane Broncos, Queensland and Australia, and also in rugby union where played for several years and won a World Cup with the legendary New Zealand All Blacks. Graeme catches up with Brad in this episode of FLS as he shares about his days playing, then becoming a coach and about his faith. From attending sunday school growing up in New Zealand, to his Christian walk which wa...
Sep 24, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 4
Chandika Hathurusingha shares in this episode of the FLS podcast about his upbringing in Sri Lanka. How he first heard about Christianity through a cricketing team mate, to now his days of coaching the Bangladesh national team. For more details on the FLS podcast, head to faithlifesport.com
Sep 10, 2023•38 min•Ep. 3
In this episode of FLS, Graeme catches up with Christian Surfers founder Brett Davis. We hear how from started the ministry in his mothers lounge room at their southern Sydney home, it has now grown in to having missions in many countries around the world. For more details on the FLS podcast, head to https://faithlifesport.com/ And to find out more about Christian Surfers - www.christiansurfers.org.au www.christiansurfers.net...
Aug 27, 2023•30 min•Ep. 2
In this first episode of the FLS podcast, Graeme catches up with Indian cricketer Jemimah Rodrigues. Hearing how growing up playing gully cricket as a youngster to at 17 playing her first international match for India. Jemimah shares about her Christian faith and now is playing cricket in various tournaments around the world! For more details on the FLS podcast, head to faithlifesport.com
Aug 13, 2023•25 min•Ep. 1
