Mark McKenzie from the United States Men's National Team is our guest on Sports Spectrum to talk about the upcoming World Cup and his faith in Jesus.

Topics:

02:29 - Excitement surrounding the World Cup

06:20 - The passion of soccer fans

11:06 - His journey to soccer as a kid

19:51 - Relying on God at an early age

25:21 - Mark shares his testimony

34:18 - Being intentional about his faith in the locker room

39:59 - Who is Jesus to Mark McKenzie

42:00 - The atmosphere in Los Angeles for the World Cup opening match

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Two-time World Cup winner and legendary USWNT player Julie Ertz is our guest today on Sports Spectrum with guest host Annabelle Hasselbeck to talk faith, the 2026 World Cup and her work in fighting to end slavery with International Justice Mission. Tune in!

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Welcome to our TUESDAY MORNING RB pod for June 2, 2026.

Panthers legendary running back Jonathan Stewart joins Jason Romano on the show to talk faith, coaching youth sports, the unique dynamic of an NFL locker room, the Jaxson Dart/Abdul Carter story, an NBA Finals preview, the tragic death of NASCAR legend Kyle Busch and what we learned at church.

TUNE IN!

Special thanks to our friends at IJM. Join athletes, fans and IJM in the fight to end modern slavery. Because everyone deserves

the freedom to play. Visit⁠ ijm.org/freedomtoplay⁠ to learn more.

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