The Breakaway Podcast

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Real conversations on faith, sports, and life — for today’s Christian athletes and coaches.


Launching Fall 2025

What is “The Breakaway”?

In sports, a “breakaway” is a moment of clarity — an athlete breaks free from the pack, with a clear path ahead.


The Breakaway podcast gives athletes and coaches a space to do the same — to break free from the noise, pressure, and headlines and talk about the issues that matter most.



Whether it’s dealing with identity, pressure to perform, leadership challenges, team culture, or public faith expression, The Breakaway creates space for real, Christ-centered conversation.
It’s where personal testimony meets topical discussion — all grounded in biblical truth.

Coming Fall 2025

Ep.1 - Faith Over Fame: The Downs Family Playbook

In the debut episode of The Breakaway, Gary Downs (FCA Gwinnett) and Ohio State star Caleb Downs sit down with host Mike Leazer to talk faith, family, and living for Christ in the world of elite athletics.

This powerful father-son convo dives into identity, leadership, and the legacy of bold faith on and off the field.

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