Season 7, Episode 24 of Sports Fellowship with Fox and Frank is officially The Willie Mays Episode — because in Frank’s book, Willie Mays is the greatest all-around baseball player to ever step on a diamond. Kobe Bryant? Ken Griffey Jr.? Great choices. But this week, the Say Hey Kid gets the nod.

Dan and Frank open in the post-football lull of the sports calendar — though as they quickly prove, there’s never really a slow week. The Cowboys dominate early discussion, starting with Dallas franchise-tagging wide receiver George Pickens. Frank applauds the move, arguing that the Cowboys wisely avoided backing up the Brinks truck for a long-term deal given Pickens’ “knucklehead” reputation — even if he’s essential to keeping the offense competitive.

Then comes the real cap-space debate: Brandon Aubrey. One of the best kickers in the NFL wants elite money — reportedly around $10 million per year. Is that justified? Or is paying a kicker that kind of money a luxury a defensively-struggling team simply can’t afford? Dan makes the hard cap argument, while Frank wrestles with how often kickers truly swing outcomes. It’s roster construction vs. clutch performance — and the Cowboys’ front office has tough decisions ahead.

From there, the conversation shifts to the NFL Combine — or as some call it, the “Underwear Olympics.” Do 40-yard dash times for offensive linemen really matter? Does bench press strength translate to Sunday performance? Dan questions whether the Combine is more made-for-TV spectacle than football evaluation — and floats a bigger idea: why doesn’t the NFL formally partner with the UFL to give third-string quarterbacks and developmental players real game reps? The discussion becomes a broader critique of how the league handles player development.

The Olympics segment brings passion back to the forefront. The guys celebrate Team USA’s dramatic gold medal victories in men’s and women’s hockey — both 2–1 overtime thrillers over Canada — and reflect on how rare it feels to simply enjoy a patriotic sports moment without controversy. They tackle the media backlash surrounding political narratives, White House invitations, and postgame reactions, ultimately arguing that the Olympics should be about representing your country — period.

Then comes a fascinating debate sparked by a CNN article: Norway tied the U.S. in gold medals and surpassed America in total medals at the Winter Olympics. Why? Norway claims it’s because youth sports in their country emphasize fun, participation, and no scorekeeping until age 16. Dan isn’t buying it. He argues the explanation is cultural and geographic — winter sports are embedded in Norway’s identity in ways they simply aren’t in most of America. It becomes a deeper look at how culture shapes athletic pipelines, why the U.S. dominates in basketball and football, and why hockey participation remains limited compared to Canada and Scandinavia.

The episode closes with updates from MLS correspondent Daniel Hooks (including Champions League and upcoming U.S. national team matches), a shout-out to Ignite and Tony Dungy, and reflections on faith, community, and church life at First Baptist Church of Phillipsburg.

As always, the show wraps the only way it knows how: loving sports, loving Jesus more, and inviting listeners to be part of both conversations.

Special Thanks to:
Fox Brothers Alarms - https://foxbrothersalarms.com
First Baptist church of Phillipsburg NJ http://www.fbcpburg.org/

Season 7, Episode 23 of Sports Fellowship with Fox and Frank is the Michael Jordan Episode — and it doubles as a birthday celebration for Frank, who officially joins the “63 in ’63” club. Dan and Frank are joined live in the bomb shelter studio by Victor Geikema (Phillipsburg High School athlete, tennis player, swimmer, and ping-pong challenger) and his father Aaron for a fun, wide-ranging episode filled with sports, laughs, and just enough rivalry to keep things interesting.

The show kicks off with some friendly Easton vs. Phillipsburg rivalry talk before shifting to a full recap of Frank’s now-legendary Super Bowl party. The food was strong (ham and cheese sliders get top billing), the garlic bread was mysteriously absent, and the game itself? A bit of a dud. The crew breaks down why the Seahawks vs. Patriots matchup lacked national buzz, why the game never really found its rhythm, and whether this Super Bowl will be remembered for anything beyond being underwhelming. They also discuss Bad Bunny’s halftime show, ratings controversy, and whether the spectacle is starting to overshadow the sport.

From there, the conversation pivots to bigger-picture NFL questions. The guys analyze projected win totals for next season, debate whether the Giants are on the rise under Harbaugh, question the Cowboys’ defensive rebuild, and wonder what to make of teams like Baltimore, Washington, and Cleveland. Victor stands firm on his Chiefs loyalty while injury concerns loom over Kansas City.

The NBA segment dives into tanking — with nearly a third of the league accused of strategically losing to secure draft positioning. Dan questions whether the current system incentivizes failure and explores a tournament-style alternative for lottery teams. The discussion expands into player load management, declining fan engagement, and whether the modern NBA product still resembles the Jordan-era game that made basketball must-watch television.

The Olympics bring some much-needed positivity. Frank celebrates Team USA Women’s Hockey capturing gold in dramatic fashion, previews the men’s gold medal showdown with Canada, and reflects on the patriotic magic that only the Olympics can produce. Dan shares concerns about politicization creeping into sports but agrees that moments of national pride still shine through.

The episode wraps with church announcements, community shout-outs, and the reminder that while sports are fun, they’re not the ultimate thing.

Special Thanks to:
Fox Brothers Alarms - https://foxbrothersalarms.com
First Baptist church of Phillipsburg NJ http://www.fbcpburg.org/

It’s Super Bowl week on Sports Fellowship with Fox and Frank, and Season 7, Episode 22 is proudly dedicated to Emmitt B. Smith—no debate required. Dan Fox and Frank Knight are joined once again by Allan “Action” Jackson for a wide-ranging Super Bowl edition that blends big-game analysis with winter sports nostalgia, league chaos, and classic basement-studio banter.

The episode opens with the timing collision of the Super Bowl and the Winter Olympics, sparking a spirited discussion about favorite (and least favorite) Olympic events—from hockey and bobsledding to ski jumping, curling, and the legendary “Agony of Defeat.” The crew reflects on old-school ABC Sports memories, Milan hosting duties, Team USA rooting interests, and why Olympic hockey still captures something pro leagues can’t.

From there, the conversation turns to the NBA and NHL, where trade deadlines and retooling decisions leave plenty of fans frustrated. The Sixers’ salary-dump moves draw criticism, the Eastern Conference logjam gets dissected, and the NBA All-Star Game takes its usual beating. On the ice, the Rangers’ decision to move on from Artemi Panarin sparks debate, while the Avalanche, Hurricanes, and Lightning are sized up as true Stanley Cup threats.

The middle of the show explodes into a passionate Hall of Fame debate, with Bill Belichick’s continued exclusion drawing unanimous outrage. The crew argues that the story of the NFL simply cannot be told without him, criticizes the voting process and media agendas, and revisits long-running cases for players like Eli Manning, Darren Woodson, Jim Plunkett, and others caught in Hall of Fame purgatory.

The back half of the episode is all Super Bowl. Dan, Frank, Alan, and Rich break down the matchup from every angle—quarterbacks, defenses, coaching staffs, turnovers, injuries, and pressure points. Seattle’s defense, New England’s experience, Sam Darnold’s volatility, Drake May’s upside, and Mike Vrabel’s influence all factor into sharply divided predictions. Final scores are locked in, the under/over gets debated, and playoff pick records are loudly defended as only this group can do.

The show closes with Super Bowl party logistics, family shout-outs, good-natured trash talk, and a reminder of what grounds the podcast beyond sports.

Special Thanks to:
Fox Brothers Alarms - https://foxbrothersalarms.com
First Baptist church of Phillipsburg NJ http://www.fbcpburg.org/