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Encouragement
Coaches Clinic.
“Fuel That Sustains Hope”
Atlanta, GA · Georgia State University + Temple of Prayer Family Worship Cathedral
Hosted by Coach Chris Foster & Deacon George Pressley
Brotherhood, purpose, and lasting transformation for leaders in the arena.
Two days. One mission. A movement for leaders who carry the weight.
Mark your calendar for June 26–27, 2027. After a powerful 2026, the 3rd Annual Encouragement Coaches Clinic returns to Atlanta for two days of encouragement, breakthrough, and brotherhood with coaches, athletes, and high-pressure leaders from across the nation.
Pistis Ministries creates a safe space for honest conversations and identity transformation rooted in Christ — not performance. This isn't another motivational event. It's fuel that sustains hope.
Moments from our community
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Encouragement Coaches Clinic event
Coach Chris Foster
2025 ACC Championship celebration
College friends at Tennessee campus
Sports fans in animated chat
Sports facility gathering on turf field
Group photo wearing Pistis polos
Football celebration Pressley 20
Encouragement Coaches Clinic event
Coach Chris Foster
2025 ACC Championship celebration
College friends at Tennessee campus
Sports fans in animated chat
Sports facility gathering on turf field
Group photo wearing Pistis polos
Football celebration Pressley 20
Brothers walking it out.
Deacon George Pressley
Founder, Pistis Ministry
George is dedicated to bringing authentic hope and brotherhood to leaders who carry immense pressure but seldom have a safe place to refuel. An honor graduate of Gardner-Webb University, former collegiate football player, husband, and father, he travels nationwide sharing his story of faith, overcoming anxiety, and helping others find identity beyond performance.
Coach Chris Foster
Running Backs Coach, Florida Gators
Chris has a gift for leadership, mentorship, and uplifting coaches at every level. His coaching career spans Duke, Northwestern, East Carolina, Georgia Southern, Appalachian State, and Gardner-Webb — where he and George first built a brotherhood that birthed this clinic. Chris is passionate about faith, family, and fueling hope in the next generation of leaders.
Voices that moved the room.
These are the world-class speakers who joined us at the 2026 clinic. Our 2027 lineup is coming together now — interested in speaking?
Fernando Velasco
Former NFL Veteran, Speaker & Founder of the Velasco Family Foundation
Fernando Velasco played nine seasons in the NFL as an offensive lineman after a standout career at the University of Georgia. Originally from Wrens, GA, his journey has always been rooted in faith, perseverance, and purpose. Through the Velasco Family Foundation, he empowers youth and families with leadership and mental wellness programs. His signature message, Beyond the Mask, challenges individuals to move beyond performance and live fully seen in alignment with who God created them to be.
Jessica Myers
Keynote Speaker, Mental Strength Training & Master Visualization Coach · Founder of Be YOU Bloom® LLC
Jessica specializes in training the subconscious mind that drives over 90% of results. She worked directly with Coach Manny Diaz and Duke Football utilizing mental rehearsal, EFT Tapping, and guided imagery — methods credited in Duke's historic 2025 ACC Championship run. Today, she partners with players, coaches, surgeons, and executive leaders to architect MindRIGHT™ optimal human performance.
Kristen Lee, M.A., LPC, CCEAP
Licensed Counselor, Owner of My Awesome Coach & Co-Founder of Rogue Reins
Kristen is a licensed professional counselor and equine-assisted therapist who specializes in solution-focused, experiential approaches. She works with athletes, couples, executives, and high-performing professionals to step outside of autopilot, build deep confidence, and reconnect with what matters most in a grounded, direct, and empowering way.
Pastor Joshua Caleb Chiles
Pastor, Speaking Spirit Ministries Charlotte Campus
Affectionately known as PJC, Pastor Josh pastors Speaking Spirit Ministries Charlotte Campus — home of The Hope Giver. A former Division I basketball player at Gardner-Webb University with a Master of Divinity from Erskine Theological Seminary, Pastor Chiles walks boldly in faith, developing believers with integrity, vision, and deep love for people.
Voices of lived experience.
Nicole Hampton, MHSA
Director of Graduate Medical Education, Grady Health System
A first-generation college student, former unhoused youth, teenage mother, and Anishinaabe/Ojibwe Native American, Nicole draws from her own journey of adversity to empower others through education, advocacy, and service.
Greg Tremble
Former NFL Safety · Dallas Cowboys & Philadelphia Eagles
A Warner Robins, GA native, First-Team All-SEC honoree at the University of Georgia, and father of NFL tight end Tommy Tremble, Greg brings a rare perspective as a professional athlete turned leader — helping coaches find identity beyond the game.
Two venues. One transformative weekend.
Explore each location below — open turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps or Apple Maps.
Georgia State University
Football Team Meeting Room
755 Hank Aaron Drive SE
Atlanta, GA 30315
Temple of Prayer Family Worship Cathedral
Sunday Morning Worship Service
161 Senoia Rd
Fairburn, GA 30213
Speak or sponsor the movement.
We're building the 2027 lineup and partnership roster now. If you carry a message coaches and leaders need to hear — or you want to put your brand behind fuel that sustains hope — let's talk.
Become a Speaker
Mental performance, faith, leadership, identity, or lived experience — if it fuels coaches, we want to hear your story.
Become a Sponsor
Put your organization in front of coaches, athletes, and high-pressure leaders from across the country. Custom packages available.
Voices from the room.
I thought I was in the wrong place on day one. By day two, I realized this was exactly where I needed to be.
Finally, someone who understands the pressure and provides real tools, not just motivation.
Reserve your spot for 2027.
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Good to know.
The 3rd Annual Encouragement Coaches Clinic is June 26–27, 2027 in Atlanta, GA. Day 1 (Saturday) is at Georgia State University; Day 2 (Sunday) is at Temple of Prayer Family Worship Cathedral in Fairburn, GA.
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