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Jadon Thompson: Faith, Leadership, and Football at Memphis

Jadon Thompson: Faith, Leadership, and Football at Memphis

Update: 2025-08-13
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In this episode, Jadon Thompson delves into his life as a college athlete, discussing his daily routine, football origins, and decision to transfer to Memphis. He highlights Coach Tim Cranzy's influence, balancing sports with personal life, and football as a safe space. Jadon shares his mindset for the upcoming season, focusing on leadership, team chemistry, and preparation. He reflects on overcoming injury, the significance of teammate relationships, personal growth, and his faith journey. The episode also covers the FCA community's role, God's impact on his career, and favorite Memphis aspects, concluding with advice for the season and messages for teammates and fans.

(0:19 ) Introduction and welcoming Jadon Thompson
(0:28 ) Jadon Thompson's daily routine and football origins
(1:44 ) Transferring schools and choosing Memphis
(3:24 ) The influence of Coach Tim Cranzy and personal life balance
(5:25 ) Football as a safe space and upcoming season mindset
(7:33 ) Leadership, team chemistry, and game preparation
(10:38 ) Overcoming injury and the importance of teammate relationships
(13:29 ) Personal growth, recommitting to faith, and tributes
(17:20 ) Importance of FCA community in Jadon's life
(20:23 ) God's role and Jadon's collegiate career at Memphis
(21:20 ) Favorite aspects of Memphis and game day routines
(24:15 ) Focus in college sports, personal qualities, and team bonding
(27:00 ) Being a wide receiver and advice for the season
(28:01 ) Messages to teammates and the Memphis fan base
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Jadon Thompson: Faith, Leadership, and Football at Memphis

Jadon Thompson: Faith, Leadership, and Football at Memphis

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