OUR TEAM

Inland Empire

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Meet the people who help make it all happen.

We see big potential in every moment, and care deeply about what we do every day.

Kane Ulrich

Multi-Area Director

Kane grew up in Spokane, Washington, where he played baseball and hockey. He got to fulfill his childhood dream of playing college baseball as he played two years at Lower Columbia College and then a year at Pacific University in Forrest Grove. Jesus transformed his life through the ministry of FCA in college, and he answered the call to full-time ministry in October of 2016. After nine years on staff overseeing Cowlitz County in Southwest Washington, Kane and his family moved to Spokane to serve on staff with FCA.
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Samantha Farland

Area Representative

Samantha grew up in Castle Rock, Washington, where the Lord opened the door for her to play volleyball through high school and into two years at Lower Columbia College. Since the 7th grade, the Lord has used FCA to shape her faith through summer camps, trainings, public events, and leading huddles at school and on campus, and even a month-long trip to Europe. Through these experiences, the Lord has continually drawn her closer to Him, teaching her to serve, lead, and trust His calling. Now, as He is leading her to Spokane, she is eager to continue walking in the plans He has prepared. 
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Kobe Parlin

Area Representative
Kobe grew up in Longview, Washington, and was a multi-sport athlete. He is currently a college basketball player at Whitworth University, where he uses basketball as his platform and gift to spread the gospel. Kobe has attended multiple colleges, including Lower Columbia College and Central Washington University, where he served as an FCA Huddle Leader at both colleges. After answering the calling to ministry, it has brought him to Spokane to continue to play basketball and serve the good Lord on Staff with FCA, changing Spokane to SpoKingdom!
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Kaitlyn Whitney

Administrative Assistant +
Marketing Director

Kaitlyn was raised in Alaska, where she actively participated in a variety of sports. She attended George Fox University to continue her volleyball and track & field careers while also diving deep into the Christian community and FCA! She helped lead Bible studies on her team and was a leader in her huddle, where she enjoyed getting to grow and promote fellowship amongst her peers. After graduating and marrying her husband, Ethan, they relocated to North Idaho to be closer to family, embark on new adventures, and cultivate a strong community.

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Inland Empire FCA Executive Board Members

Dave Vaughn

  • 40-year educator, counselor, and multi-sport coach at Mead High School and Whitworth University, including head baseball coach at both; led camps and coached 100+ teams
  • Longtime FCA leader, hosting students for many years and actively involved in the ministry for over five decades
  • Grateful follower of Christ; husband, father of four, and grandfather to 12

Todd Ulrich

  • Former athlete: played for the Spokane Chiefs (3 years) and Whitworth University football (4 years)
  • Experienced coach with the Spokane Braves and numerous youth hockey teams
  • Faith leader, serving as the Team Chaplain for the Spokane Chiefs for the past 20 years

Jamie Smart

  • Former athlete at Pullman High School (volleyball, basketball) and Whitworth University (volleyball + track), with a heart for developing athletes and leaders.
  • Past Director of NBC Volleyball Camps, middle school educator, and coach.
    Now serving as President of the Board for Sports Leadership Ministries.
  • Grateful to live in Spokane with my husband Josh and our 3 kids—active athletes in the Mead School District

Rob Wright

  • Attorney, Adjunct Professor at Gonzaga University School of Law, and Little League baseball coach 
  • Longtime baseball player and FCA member from Kingston, Washington; now competes in endurance events, including Ironman triathlons 
  • Devoted follower of Christ; husband and father of two, with a passion for investing in the next generation through faith and sport

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