The Pro Fan League Podcast - Sports Talk From A Biblical Worldview

THANKSGIVING RISING LOUD AS THUNDER

Today on the show Gibbs talks with Team Lancaster Thunder about team Lancaster Thunder and the wonderful work the players of this team are doing on a day to day basis. Gibbs talks about the NFL cause for cleats (https://mycausemycleats.org/) and the work 1100 players in the NFL are sharing in for the flourishing of their communities. See the link above to take a closer look at what some of your favorite players and teams support. Gibbs talks about a wonderful organization in Lancaster County, PA called Lifecycles. Check out the impact they make through "Doing Hard Things" here...https://www.lifecyclesteam.org/. Gibbs takes a look at the juicy NFL Thanksgiving Thursday-Friday football schedule full of meaningful games as playoff pressure is mounting down the stretch run. He also gives a shout out to NHL blocked shots leader Brayden McNabb. Gibbs encourages Team Lancaster Thunder with Mary's prayer full of THANKSGIVING found in Luke 1! Go make plays and make our Thanksgiving and praise to the Lord be loud as THUNDER! We are "NOT JUST FANS"!

FRIDAY MOTIVATION: CAN WE TRANSFORM WITHOUT TESTING?

Today on the show Gibbs talks with Team Lancaster Thunder about the importance and power of testing. He discusses how international rugby matches are called test matches, he talks about how Luka Doncic might just owe Nico Harrison a "Thank You" note for loading his cannon for ascension to a new level of greatness in LA, and he discusses the realization of potential we are seeing in the NHL. The NBA Cup and quality college football are on deck for the weekend. Gibbs looks at Genesis 50 and the value of testing we see in Joseph's life and his posture before the Lord inside the test. Where are you being tested in life right now? Go Make Plays! We are "NOT JUST FANS"!

PLEASE JOIN US FOR DINNER

Today on the show Gibbs talks with Team Lancaster Thunder about showing Hospitality. The Charlotte Hornets were treated to a dinner at the family home of the Knueppel's; parents of the hornets rookie, last Thursday evening. The team bus pulled up and everyone piled out. Gibbs looks at 1 Peter 4 and talks about the upcoming holiday season and opportunity to use our dinner tables and fire pits intentionally for hospitality and encouragement. Gibbs highlights some upcoming college basketball games and discusses ice cream Sunday team building in light of the New York Jets treasure trove of picks. Perhaps a road trip to Oklahoma City would benefit that front office? Go Make Plays! We are "NOT JUST FANS"!

2025 CHRISTMAS GIFT SUGGESTIONS

Today on the show Gibbs talks with Team Lancaster Thunder about Christmas Gift suggestions, two historic playmaking performances by Hannah Hidalgo and Alex Ovechkin, and a preview of some pivotal matchups coming toward us in football and college basketball. See below for the 2025 First Ever Pro Fan League Christmas Gift list:
Books by Category:
READ THE BIBLE!
Christian Growth:
Knowing God - J.I. Packer
A Tale of 3 Kings - Gene Edwards
Pilgrims Progress - Paul Bunyan
Defining Big Y's:
DREAM BIG - Bob Goff
Leadership:
Way Of The Shepherd - Kevin Leman and Will Pentak
Organization and Personal Development:
Legacy (New Zealand All Blacks)- James Kerr
Biography:
Up From Slavery (Booker T Washington) - Booker T Washington
Team of Rivals (Abraham Lincoln) - Doris Kearns Goodwin
Items to give or receive:
Camping World Quick Wick World's Best Firestarters
Dude Perfect Boardgame
Cardstock for encouraging note writing
Places to give and serve:
Blessings of Hope (VOLUNTEER)
Revive Our Hearts
Make Homeless Bags
GO MAKE PLAYS! We are "NOT JUST FANS"!
 
 
 

INSPIRATIONAL DISPLAYS OF EXCELLENCE AND COURAGE

Today on the show Gibbs talks with Team Lancaster Thunder about recent and ancient examples of excellence and courage. He sends a Lancaster Thunder thank you to the veterans around the USA and the World, he highlights the professional excellence of back judge Josh Dasher who made the right call in a pivotal moment in Happy Valley, and we have a PRO FAN LEAGUE ELIMINATOR CHAMPION! Gibbs says leave the tortillas alone in Lubbock, and shares a strange victory boxscore located in Madison. In addition, Gibbs talks about the story of Paul overcoming great trial (Acts 14) to further the good news of Jesus, which he was reminded of two weekends ago while observing an injured Buffalo Bill desiring to support his teammates despite his pain. Go Make Plays! "We Are Not Just Fans"!

NFL SPORTS TALK 4 MYLES

Today on the show Gibbs talks with Team Lancaster Thunder about multiple situations going on around the NFL. He sends sympathies to the family of Marshawn Kneeland and discusses hope in dark places (Psalm 34), he talks about the amazing baptism of 10 players at Baylor, he discusses the NFL trade deadline, he runs through the NFL standings and previews the upcoming college football weekend. Do you have a favorite Michael Jordan memory or a memory from his career that quickly comes to your mind? The re-release of the Jordan 12 "Taxi" has brought a cup full of nostalgia  for Gibbs. Go make plays! We are "NOT JUST FANS"!

THE LOS ANGELES DODGERS AND STAR WARS?

Today on the show Gibbs talks with Team Lancaster Thunder about the legendary exploits witnessed in game 6 and 7 of the World Series. He asks the question "Do you consider the Dodgers to be a villain in the current sports landscape, or will they be viewed in distant sports history as an admirable and excellently run franchise worthy of honor? When you think of a sports villain; who is sports Darth Vader in your sports fan journey? The Pro Fan League Eliminator carries on as the remaining contestants tied once again! Gibbs talks about the international beauty of this baseball season and considers Revelation 7 where a multitude from every nation and tongue will worship and celebrate Jesus Christ, King of the Universe in the new kingdom. That will be an amazing celebration. Go Make Plays! We are "NOT JUST FANS"!

2025-26 NCAA Basketball Preview and The 1 Billion Dollar Collection

Today on the show Gibbs talks with Team Lancaster Thunder about the upcoming NCAA 2025-2026 college basketball season (Champion pick incoming), World Series game 6, the parody increasingly taking over college athletics, and lessons we can learn from former colts owner Jim Irsay and his 1 BILLION dollar memorabilia collection being broken up and sold off. King Solomon and King David help us remember to hold all things with a loose hand because this life is short. Fear the Lord! Spend time on activities that endure. Go make plays! We are "NOT JUST FANS"!

SPORTS EQUINOX ENGAGE

Today on the show Gibbs talks with Team Lancaster Thunder T+1  the 32nd sports equinox in history. Gibbs admits he did not actually know the real definition of equinox, he covers a Bradley's blooper, the magnificence of an 18 inning World Series baseball game (How many people on the east coast made it to the end), the continued growth of a young Victor Wembanyana, and lessons of engagement taught by Jesus, the wise men who went to visit him at his birth, Carlie Irsay-Gordon CEO of the Colts, and the Bible. What currently requires an all-in level of engagement from you? Go Make Plays! We are "Not Just Fans"!

COSTCO, THE WORLD SERIES, & POUTINE...

Today on the show Gibbs talks with Team Lancaster Thunder about the Costco-Nike Collaboration, the upcoming World Series, the exciting beginning of the new NBA season, the scandal around the NBA, and he peeks into the College Football Weekend. Gibbs considers the headlines about the accusations against three NBA figures and discusses how it reminds him of the story of King David in 2 Samuel in the Bible. When we enjoy great prosperity be vigilant temptation and vulnerability may very well be lurking. What kind of structures are we putting in place to support us to glorify God in success or failure? Are we utilizing the structures the Triune God has put into place for our good? Go Make Plays! We are "NOT JUST FANS"!