In Episode 40 of Coaches at Crown Brew Getting Coffee, presented by the Swinford Media Group and Adrenaline Fundraising, host Kerry Martin welcomes former Marion Wildcat and FCA Area Representative Austin Dickson to Crown Brew Coffee in Marion, Illinois. A standout athlete at Marion High School, Austin earned All-State honors as an offensive lineman under Coach Martin before continuing his football career at Southern Illinois University. After injuries cut his playing days short, he found new purpose in coaching and ministry, serving as a youth pastor and coaching football at Marion and Benton High Schools. Now, through the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, he mentors young athletes and coaches, helping them grow as leaders both on and off the field. In this episode, Austin and Coach Martin discuss the lessons learned from the game, the role of faith in sports, and the impact of mentorship. They also look ahead to events like the Southern Illinois FCA Fundraiser Banquet in April. It’s a conversation about football, faith, and finding purpose beyond the game.

In Episode 39 of Coaches at Crown Brew Getting Coffee, presented by the Swinford Media Group and Adrenaline Fundraising, host Kerry Martin, Marion's legendary high school football coach, sits down with Darrick Borum, one of the most accomplished athletes in Marion history, at the Crown Brew Coffee Shop in Marion, Illinois. Borum, a standout football player at Marion High School where he earned All-South and First-Team All-Conference honors as both a wide receiver and defensive force, shares insights from his high school career, including his role in leading the Wildcats to a 10-3 record. He also talks about his time at Southeast Missouri State, where he became a three-year starting linebacker and played on their 2010 team, in which is in the SEMO Hall of Fame. He earned OVC Defensive Player of the Week honors and was named College Sporting News FCS National All-Star of the Week. After his playing career, Borum returned to Marion as a coach and now runs Borum Roof Company while raising five kids with his wife, Molly. Tune in for an engaging conversation that spans Borum's athletic achievements, coaching journey, and how he's giving back to his community.

In Episode 38 of Coaches at Crown Brew Getting Coffee, presented by the Swinford Media Group and Adrenaline Fundraising, our host and legendary high school football coach, Kerry Martin sits down via Zoom with Derek Leonard, head football coach at Rochester High School. Leonard has built one of Illinois’ premier high school football programs, leading the Rockets to multiple state championships while surpassing 200 career victories. The son of Hall of Fame coach Ken Leonard—Illinois’ all-time winningest high school football coach—Derek has followed in his father’s footsteps, crafting one of the state’s most explosive offenses. Under his leadership, Rochester has consistently dominated both the regular season and the playoffs. Beyond the X’s and O’s, Leonard is deeply involved in mentoring and leadership programs within the Rochester community. He credits his success to the players, coaches, and mentors who shaped his journey. Off the field, he shares his life with his wife, Lindsey, and their two children, Blake and Austin. Don’t miss this conversation with one of Illinois’ top high school football coaches!