Chauncey Franks

Life & Character Coach | Chaplain | Leadership Mentor | Speaker

Originally from Lockhart, Texas, Chauncey Franks holds both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree from Midwestern State University in Wichita Falls, where he excelled as a collegiate football player and was an active member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. Following graduation, Chauncey briefly served as a college football coach and graduate assistant, further deepening his passion for mentorship and leadership development.

Since joining the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) in July 2004, Chauncey has dedicated over two decades to shaping the lives of student-athletes and coaches. In 2010, he became the TCU FCA Life & Character Coach, serving as Chaplain for the TCU Football Team. In this role, Chauncey oversees FCA’s ministry at TCU, which impacts over 300 coaches and student-athletes through weekly Bible studies, pre-game chapels, life skills workshops, mentoring, and discipleship initiatives.

Chauncey also collaborates with TCU Athletics’ Frog for Life program, which prepares student-athletes for life beyond sports by providing financial literacy education, internship opportunities, and executive coaching. Additionally, he leads a leadership study for the TCU Athletic Administration staff, fostering professional growth and strategic leadership.

Recognized for his influence and commitment to community service, Chauncey has been consecutively named one of the top 400 most influential people in Tarrant County and the City of Fort Worth. Currently, he is pursuing an Executive MBA at TCU's Neeley School of Business, further enhancing his leadership and business acumen.

Chauncey is married to his wife, Danika, and together they have three children: a son, Eli, and two daughters, Eden and Elle. Their family also includes three beloved bulldogs—Ferdinand, Bruno, and Snow. In his free time, Chauncey enjoys bass fishing on DFW area lakes and discovering the best Texas barbecue hotspots.


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Coleman Maxwell

My name is Coleman Maxwell. I currently reside in Fort Worth, Texas with my beautiful wife of nine years, Megan Maxwell. She is a neonatal nurse here in Fort Worth. I am the assistant Life and Character coach for TCU athletics. I was hired in September of 2014 and it has been great.

Before TCU, I was the assistant chaplain for Texas Tech’s football program from 2010-2012. During that time period, I grew exponentially passionate about seeing athletes communicating, living, and competing with the purpose of giving God the glory.

We ended up moving to Fort Worth for a couple of core reasons. My wife’s parents are located in the DFW area and the school scenario was better for my family financially. I had no idea that I’d have a solid opportunity to serve with FCA here in the DFW area. One of TCU’s co-offensive coordinators (Sonny Cumbie), who I was on staff with at Texas Tech, ended up getting hired at TCU about 6 months after I had moved up here. We had a good relationship at Texas Tech and he knew I was up here in Fort Worth going to seminary. He ended up mentioning my name to Chauncey Franks, Chauncey and I connected, and here we are now serving together and excited about what God is doing amongst the athletes here at TCU.

I look forward to the many relationships built with coaches, athletes, and families here in Fort Worth, Texas.

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Carrie Casey Burnett

My name is Carrie Casey. I graduated from Sam Houston State University in 2018 with my Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology and minor in Special Education. I played tennis for Sam Houston and was heavily involved in FCA. I gained much experience in discipleship, leading huddles, and sharing my faith.

Through my college experience, I grew a passion for ministry and felt called to FCA. My ultimate desire has always been to reach lost people and to see believers in Christ walking in victory and power while experiencing the fullness of God’s promises. Soon after graduating, I responded to God’s calling and came on staff with FCA. I served for two and a half years with FCA at Sam Houston, and as of September 2021 have joined the FCA staff here at TCU. In 2024 I married the love of my life Jared Burnett.

I can’t wait to see all that God will do on this campus!

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Mitchell Traver

When I first came to campus in the fall of 2012, it wasn’t too long after that I met Chauncey Franks, Director of FCA at Texas Christian University. I was a freshman on the TCU Baseball team with big dreams and a right arm that had just been surgically repaired. The timing couldn’t have been more perfect. Ten years later, the Lord has opened a door for me to come on staff with TCU FCA, working under the leadership of the same man who loved and pursued me so well in my five years as a TCU Baseball player.

My wife and I couldn’t be more excited to invest in the student-athletes at Texas Christian University, helping them know and love the God who loves them and whose image they bear. While we eagerly anticipate the chance to begin the long and fruitful work of discipleship, what precedes our ability to do so through my joining the TCU FCA staff is raising the necessary funds.

My ask is simply this: Will you consider partnering with me and the TCU FCA team as we seek to shepherd the hearts of TCU student-athletes? Are you willing and able to provide the financial support needed to enable us to do so? Your support is what enables me and the team to be able to pour into the kids on campus just as Chauncey did for me. It’s life-changing work; it is truly a privilege to be able to serve with FCA at Texas Christian University.

I am married to Olivia; we have two sons, and another one the way! My family and I are encouraged about what God has done there already and are hopeful about what the Lord may do in the days ahead. Above all else, may the name of Jesus be magnified!

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Maya Wilson

My name is Maya Wilson, and I’m thrilled to be part of the TCU FCA family! I was born in Fort Worth and grew up in Mansfield, Texas, so being back home in this community feels like I’m right where I belong. I graduated from Rice University in 2017 with a degree in Sociology. After college, I spent four rewarding years as an elementary special education teacher before transitioning into the college athletics world.  My husband, Nolan, and I recently moved here from Seattle, where we were both on staff at the University of Washington. During our time there, I had the privilege of co-leading Bible studies with the women’s basketball team. That experience deepened my understanding of the importance of discipleship, and I began to see how deeply meaningful and critical it is to walk alongside young women in their faith journey. 

When Nolan started working with TCU’s women’s basketball team, God placed it on my heart to ask about the FCA ministry. I didn’t know exactly where to start (or even who to ask!) but I wanted to be obedient. God’s timing after that was simply divine: at my very first TCU basketball practice, I met Carrie, and our connection led me to this amazing team. I officially joined FCA in November 2024, and I’m so grateful to be serving here in Fort Worth! Having the opportunity to connect and encourage student-athletes during their college years is truly a blessing, and I am honored that God has allowed me to do this work!

I am also the proud mother of a beautiful 2 year old boy named Maceo. You will likely see us both on campus. He is obsessed with SuperFrog!

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