Welcome to Episode 5 of FAN Reel Talk In today’s episode, host Jeff Cook sits down with Brayden Crook, a standout student-athlete from the Lampasas Badger Fishing Team. Brayden is a competitive angler, a varsity linebacker, a National Honor Society student, and a young man committed to living out his faith on and off the field.We dive into what it takes to balance fishing, football, academics, and spiritual discipline — and how Brayden manages it all with focus and intentionality. PLUS: Lake Belton Tournament HighlightsWe also spotlight the top-winning teams from the FAN Tournament at Lake Belton on November 1st. Celebrate the incredible performances and standout moments from this exciting event!#FANReelTalk #FaithAnglerNetwork #FishingPodcast #StudentAngler #HighSchoolFishing #BassFishing #FishingCommunity #YouthFishing #StudentAthleteLife #BraydenCrook #LampasasBadgers #BadgerNation #FaithAndFishing #ChristianPodcast #FaithBasedPodcast #FishingFamily #TexasFishingCommunity #HookedOnFaith #FishWithPurpose

Join us for FAN Reel Talk Ep. 4 as we recap our first-ever FAN Fishing Derby! Students from across the Faith Angler Network came together for a fun, faith-filled shore fishing experience. See the highlights and get a look at how the derby is shaping the future of youth fishing at FAN.#FANReelTalk #FaithAnglerNetwork #FishingDerby #YouthFishing #HighSchoolFishing #StudentAnglers

In this episode of FAN Reel Talk, host Jeff Cook sits down with Caden Labay, Vice President of the Liberty Hill Fishing Team to talk about leadership, faith, and high school bass fishing.Caden shares his journey as a student angler, the lessons learned from competitive fishing, and how faith and community continue to shape his approach both on and off the water. We will then head to Lake Belton to talk with the top winning teams at the THSBA Lake Belton Qualifier #2 October 18th🎣 Episode Highlights:• Insights from the THSBA Lake Belton winners• How Caden got started in competitive bass fishing• What leadership looks like in student fishing teams• The connection between faith, discipline, and success• Encouragement for young anglers across Texas📍 About Faith Angler Network (FAN):Faith Angler Network empowers middle and high school students through competitive bass fishing — building confidence, character, and community through the outdoors.👉 Subscribe for more inspiring conversations with student anglers and industry leaders.🌐 Learn more: https://faithanglernetwork.com#FANReelTalk #BassFishing #StudentAnglers #FaithAnglerNetwork #YouthLeadership #FishingPodcast

In this episode of Reel Talk, Jeff Cook headd out to Buda Texas to visit with Callen Chambers, from Cabela’s, to talk about the exciting partnership between Faith Angler Network (FAN) and Cabela’s. We dive into Cabela’s commitment to youth, conservation, and getting families outdoors, and how that mission aligns perfectly with FAN’s heart for the next generation of anglers. Plus — we’ve got an exclusive announcement just for our FAN members… a special discount made possible through our partnership with Cabela’s! Tune in for a great conversation about purpose, passion, and how local partnerships are making a real difference in our communities. Subscribe to stay connected with the latest in youth fishing, community outreach, and faith-driven conversations.

Welcome to the first-ever episode of FAN Reel Talk, the official podcast of Faith Angler Network (FAN) — where fishing, faith, and friendships come together!In this episode, host Jeff Cook sits down with Justin Rieger to share the heart behind FAN Reel Talk — why we’re launching this new show and how it connects to our mission of using fishing and the outdoors to inspire youth and families in their faith. Then, we check in with the top finishing teams from the Texas High School Bass Association Hill Country Division Season Opener on Lake LBJ — celebrating sportsmanship, skill, and the next generation of anglers.