FOX Nation is re-launching the high school football series God. Family. Football. that follows the Evangel Christian Academy football program on Friday.
After airing on Amazon FREEVEE last year, the docu-series comes to FOX Nation with eight never-before-seen episodes. The first three episodes will be released on Friday with a new episode dropping every Friday after that through the 2024 season.
Told through the eyes of members of Shreveport, Louisiana’s Evangel Christian Academy football team, the series spotlights real-life challenges the players must overcome on and off the field in their quest for a 15th state championship title. From ill family members to peer pressures to struggles at home and dating for the first time, the series follows the Evangel Eagles through practices, strategy sessions, dates, homecoming and all the ups and downs of high school life.
At the center of it all is Pastor Denny Duron, the team’s head coach and chancellor of the school. A college quarterback during his playing days, Duron led Louisiana Tech to back-to-back Division II national championships in 1972 and 1973.
Duron, who still serves as senior pastor at Shreveport Community Church, actually founded the ECA football program in the 80’s. He spent six seasons as the school’s head coach and 14 as the program’s offensive coordinator.
The private school, which was named national champion by several media outlets in 1999, had fallen on tough times during the 2020 COVID season. After an 0-4 start, Duron came out of his coaching retirement to take-over reigns of the program.
After a winless season in ’20 and a 3-8 record in 2021, ECA won seven games in each of the last two seasons. Heading into Thursday night’s game against Captain Shreve, Duron’s team is 1-4.
Aside from the 14 Louisiana state championships, 13 former players have gone on to play in the NFL, according to Pro Football Reference.
“With football season in full swing, we are thrilled to become the new home of this compelling and inspiring show. It’s an honor to be able to share their story of resilience and character with our viewers and this is the perfect program to launch our FOX Faith vertical on FOX Nation,” said Lauren Petterson, president of the FOX Nation platform.
A second season will air on FOX Nation in 2025.
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Episode Descriptions
EPISODE 1: “Game of Inches”
Evangel Christian Academy starts the season against powerhouse the Neville Tigers. Head Coach and Pastor Denny Duron must then prepare the team for their next opponent while mentoring his players through life’s difficult challenges.
EPISODE 2: “Don’t Spill Your Tea”
Evangel looks to rebound from their first loss. Day Day is mentored by Gabe. Peyton and his girlfriend share a romantic tailgate while Jacob says goodbye to his brother Blake before he heads off for more cancer treatment.
EPISODE 3: “Raq Chazak”
After losing to Westgate, the team undergoes a brutal week of conditioning practice. One player faces consequences for his choices. Jacob celebrates his birthday. The team faces off against a fierce Woodlawn team.
EPISODE 4: “This is For You”
Gabe deals with his suspension for his fight against Woodlawn. The boys rehearse for a dance benefit for Jacob’s brother. The team trains an offensive lineman to play defense against Northwood, whom they haven’t beaten in 3 years.
EPISODE 5: “The Arrow and The Snake”
Tristan deals with his grief about his mother’s recent death. A new kicker joins the team, making her Evangel’s first female player. An old friend returns to check out the helmet cart before Evangel’s toughest test yet.
EPISODE 6: “A New Heart”
Evangel prepares for its game against its fiercest rival: Huntington. The boys raise money to help Jacob’s family while his brother Blake goes through chemotherapy. An aggressive moment in the Huntington game challenges Day Day.
EPISODE 7: “Boys to Men”
The Eagles prepare for their final game against Booker T. Washington High School while also balancing Homecoming Week Festivities. All the Seniors are honored at the Kings and Queens Ceremony. Romance is in the air at the Homecoming Dance.
EPISODE 8: “Champions”
The Playoffs begin and the Eagles are coming in with high hopes for a state title run. The team delivers a surprise to Nick. The Fulghums discuss life after Evangel and Peyton passes the torch to star freshman quarterback Pop Houston.
