Usa Football Coach And Coordinator Podcast

In this segment from the 2023 Lauren’s First and Goal Clinic, Michigan Quarterbacks Coach Kirk Campbell discusses his journey from playing Division II ball to his current position at Michigan. Coach Campbell emphasizes the importance of hard work, dedication, and making connections in the field of sports. He then delves into the process of quarterback development and coverage recognition, highlighting the pre-snap checklist for coverage identification, and the post-snap confirmation process. He then stresses the significance of focusing on the process rather than the prize, echoing the philosophy of Bill Walsh, and emphasizes the need for quarterbacks to understand and react to defensive movements on the field. Show Notes: Importance of Hard Work and Dedication Career Progression and Opportunities Emphasizing Focus on the Process Understanding Coverage Identification Pre-Snap Checklist for Coverage Identification Explaining Linebacker Skew and Safety Rotation Post-Snap Confirmation and Safety Movement

We always strive to give listeners things that are helpful to their teams, but during this time of the year, it's also a good time to focus on ourselves. We've just come through the stressful period of the season when coaching takes a toll on our bodies, including in the way we recover, get sleep, and prioritize nutrition. Poor habits can easily creep into your life. In this episode, Erik Korem gives you five ways to clean up your physical health and maybe even lose some weight. Erik is the founder of AIM7 and a former sports scientist for the Houston Texans and a number of colleges. Learn more about AIM7 and all we talk about in this episode: https://www.aim7.com/partnerships/coach-and-coordinator-podcast?via=keith-grabowski Show Notes: Coaches as Knowledge Workers Clean Up Physical Health and Lose Weight Importance of Strength Training Aerobic Exercise Recommendations High-Intensity Interval Training Caloric Deficit and Protein Focus Importance of Walking Benefits of Walking for Mental Health Int

Our guest for this episode is Jim Catanzaro, the head football coach at Lake Forest College. 2023 was Coach Catanzaro's 18th year at the college level, 15 as a head coach. He's also now the Director of Athletics, overseeing the Forester Game Plan, which we talk about in this episode. The Lake Forest defense was number one in the nation in college football in total defense in 2023, allowing only 191.1 yards per game, 5.6 points per game, and on third down, allowing just 18.9% conversions. In this episode, Coach Catanzaro shares what it takes to create those kinds of numbers, both from the player development side on and off the field, as well as how the offense fits into that picture. Show Notes: Defensive Performance Statistics Coach Catanzaro's Background Evolution of Huddling in Football Managing Game Tempo and Time of Possession Importance of Depth and Player Development Impact of Offensive Tempo on Defense Effect of Speed out of the Huddle Considerations for Player Workload and Injuries Off-Field

Our #1 interview in our Best 11 of 2023 is with Maurice Linguist, head coach at the University of Buffalo. I was so impressed with Coach Linguist when I had the opportunity to connect with him. It wasn’t just the conversation that you will hear, but it was the discussion we had both before and after where his ability to connect with people truly shined through. That skill is such an important part of leadership, and it’s what makes a coach elite at building the relationships that fuel the success of the organization. I know this is one you will enjoy! Show Notes: The changing landscape of college football What it means to take over a program Latest takeover in the history of college football It’s all about getting it done Mindset - begin with the end in mind Key to getting focused and getting started quickly Finding and identifying the right people Why do you do what you do? Relationships are critical One-on-ones with players Cross-over position groups to build as many relationships as possible F

Whether I am recording the conversation with Josh Herring or not, our interactions never disappoint. He is both an outstanding student and teacher of the game and can take complex ideas and simplify them in the way he teaches them so that his players can excel in execution. In 2023, Coach Herring moved back to his previous position of QB Coach at Lassiter High School after serving a stint as OC at Jones County High School. In this episode, he shares what he is seeing in the evolution of the passing game. Show Notes: The landscape of defensive football - things you need an answer for Less six-man - more empty protections to strain the defense More seven-man play action or check release to take away dual read Breaking down pressures to formulate a protection plan Have a language that allows quick communication At least two blitz pick-up periods every practice The passing is a total thing and must be worked that way in practice QB needs to have a protection thought process in every passing drill      

Tre Lamb was recently named Head Coach at East Tennessee State University. He is currently the youngest head coach in the FCS. What stands out in this episode – #3 of our Best 11 of 2023 – is how organized and detailed Coach Lamb is. In addition to his head coaching duties, he handled all of the offensive coordinator duties at his previous coaching stop at Gardner-Webb. He talked to us about how to be successful in both roles, as well as the 30-60-90-day plan he implemented when he took over at GW. He now is just days into implementing that plan at ETSU. Congratulations to Coach Lamb, and best of luck in your new program. Show Notes: The drive to be a coach came through growing up in a football family Obsession from a young age Learning from good and bad Taking over as a new head coach during Covid and the challenges Selling a vision through Zoom Working to create buy-in from the start with honesty Being relatable but holding players accountable 30-60-90-day plans 30 days - listen 60 days - build u

You can bet that any time that Dub Maddox joins us on the podcast it will be an excellent episode, and that’s certainly true in the #4 episode in our best 11 of 2023. In this episode, he discusses what he learned from studying poker and then applying it to football. This one will definitely leave you thinking about your approach as a play caller, whether that is as the offensive or defensive coordinator. Show Notes: Studying outside of the game Why Poker players? Tacit knowledge Poker strategy Position and Range in Gaming Building a Range Position Map Applying poker to play calling Game day communication Efficiency In workflow Thank you for supporting our partners: Learn More about Pro Quick Draw: Pro Quick Draw is a powerful plug-in used on Microsoft Visio and PowerPoint for coaches to organize, format, and export playbooks, scout cards, and presentations efficiently. It was a software designed with a coach in mind, providing the tools you need to draw quickly and stay organized. Learn More about

We continue our best 11 interviews of 2023, and coming in at #5 is our discussion with UTSA defensive line coach Siddiq Haynes. In this episode, we focused on how he takes on the role of mentor and develops the relationship on and off the field with the players he leads. He calls it “mental warfare”, and building those bonds helps him to better reach his players and develop them as elite pass rushers. He also digs into the pass rush plan and how it is developed with the skills of his players in mind. Show Notes:  A passion developed as a child playing the game Sports marketing experience Starting out on the offensive side of the ball for KC Keeler Learning from Phil Longo Development as a defensive line coach with Rodrique Wright The “why” is vital to moving forward in this profession Mental warfare: Dealing with life and teaching how it applies to the field Asking the right question to understand where your players are  Recruiting the whole person You have to be genuine - you can’t just regurgitat

As coaches, we have to get our reps just like players do. We study this game in great detail, but we also have to coach and teach it, and we hone ourselves as professionals by actually doing and reflecting on it, and finding where to improve, and that’s something that we discussed in our #6 interview of 2023 with Baylor OLB Coach Caleb Collins.   Coach Collins explains how he did that as an inexperienced coach, and the pointers he gives certainly can help seasoned professionals grow and develop as well. Show Notes: How teaching in the high school classroom helped him to an on-field FBS job Getting reps at coaching your own room Traits desired in an outside linebacker Setting the tone with the Jack Linebacker in the install Setting the edge and rushing the passer Teaching alignment and recognition Using technology to speed up the process and get more reps Stance and start progression Pass rush progression Keys instead of ball key Understanding the set Hand combat Upper body violence instead of hi

On this Champions’ episode, we talk with Steve Pyne, the head coach of the Oregon 6A state champion and the #1 ranked team in the state. His Central Catholic Rams just completed a 13-0 season in route to winning the title – Coach Pyne’s fifth at Central Catholic. Coach Pyne has been at the helm of Central Catholic since 2003 and has compiled an overall record of 196-54 (.784). Coach has been honored as the Mount Hood Conference Coach of the Year six times, Oregonian State Coach of the Year two times, and OACA Coach of the Year five times. In this episode, he discusses a different approach to certain areas of what they do, including building their culture, developing fundamentals, and playing time, all of which made a difference in propelling the Rams to multiple state championships. Show Notes: First Things First The “Difference” The Payoff Seen on Game Film Creating a Common Language and Coaching Points The 60-Play “Pitch Count” How Playing More Kids Led to Championships Giving Players the Chance to

Mike Peck, the offensive coordinator for Burley High School in Idaho, is our #7 interview of 2023. He joined us earlier this year to discuss why and how he and his staff install and coach their offense in a way that leads to better learning and understanding of their system. Going back and identifying the “why” and “how” behind all of what you do on offense, defense, and special teams can pay great dividends as you construct your plans for 2024. Show Notes: Spread the field and attack horizontally and vertically Based out of 10 personnel and empty, but highlight personnel year-to-year Hang your hat on runs and passes for the base offense Two factors that create execution: installation and practice The players understanding of why Install as a year-round activity leading up to the season Front loading for better learning Quarterback school The quarterback should be out on the field teaching it with you  Tools used to teach in the classroom Quizzes and competition Seven-day install format Practice

In this episode, we share our next "Best 11" interview of 2023. Our guest is Billy Riebock, the Offensive Coordinator and Quarterbacks Coach at Midwestern State University, who focuses on the development of our players through utilizing data and technology. Coach Riebock explained how he gets a clear understanding of the offense he needs each year, as well as how he utilizes technology to become a better teacher of his offense and the workflow he puts together to create an expert system. This interview is another one full of useful information as you get ready to start work on your 2024 systems. Show Notes: A framework for preparing every position How a coach’s workflow and process evolve Find people who will mentor you Using data and analytics to come up with a simple plan Understanding how much you need in a game plan A system must handle all situations, or it’s not complete Using numbers to dictate what you can do Preparing and adjusting in spring Identifying and dealing with trends Using free t

We continue our countdown of our “Best 11” interviews of 2023 with an episode from SUNY Cortland Head Coach Curt Fitzpatrick. Cortland just defeated defending D3 national champion North Central in a thriller at the Stagg Bowl 38-37 to win their first national championship. Coach Fitzpatrick joined us earlier this year at the New York State High School Football Coaches Association Clinic. We discussed the process of evolving an offense each year to be able to attack opponents and best utilize personnel. As you sit down to plan what your offense will look like in the next season, this conversation is a good one to revisit. Congratulations to Coach Fitzpatrick and the Red Dragons on their 2023 National Championship. Here is our #9 interview of 2023. Enjoy! Show Notes: Being multiple Advantages of niche offenses Defining multiplicity Approach to researching ideas There are many ways to coach one play: Find the one that fits best Approach to evolving an offense Looking at it from an opponent's point of vie

Kyle Schmitt is the head coach of Archbishop Spalding High School in Maryland, the 2022 and 2023 MIAA "A" State Champions. He was the 2022 Baltimore Ravens Coach of the Year. As a player and then graduate assistant at Maryland, he was heavily influenced by Ralph Friedgen and current Penn State head coach James Franklin. In this episode, Coach Schmitt emphasizes the importance of looking in the mirror and taking responsibility for coaching decisions, which for Coach Schmitt led to more focus on special teams and game management. Show Notes: Background and Education Shift in Coaching Approach Importance of Game Management Embracing a Global View Focus on Special Teams Implementing Changes in Practice Tools for Game Management Follow Kyle Schmitt on Twitter/X @kschmittASHS. Coach Schmitt's Presentation on Game Planning: Situational Football - Game Planning Prep Additional Champions Series Episode: Garrett Mueller, Head Coach, Stewartville High School (MN) Follow All We Are Doing: Follow us on Twitte

We continue to share our “Best 11” interviews of 2023. In this episode, we again highlight Andrew Jackson, defensive line coach at West Virginia. Coach Jackson discusses his approach to coaching and utilizing his personnel effectively. He emphasizes the importance of building relationships and understanding each player's strengths and weaknesses. He takes a personalized approach, getting to know each player's personality and learning style, and tailors his coaching methods accordingly. He also emphasizes the importance of creating a positive and interactive environment during walkthroughs and meetings to maximize learning and understanding. Additionally, he highlights the significance of recognizing and respecting the contributions of the support staff within the football program. Overall, he stresses the value of caring for and respecting his players, and having a deep understanding of their abilities to maximize their potential on the field. This episode was originally recorded at the New York State High Sc

When it comes to standing out in the competitive world of coaching, it's essential to showcase your skills and achievements in a way that truly captures attention. One effective approach to achieving this end is to incorporate the elements of people, actions, and results into your coaching portfolio. In this episode, Chris Fore, former high school coach and current school administrator and football consultant, joins us to help you develop your game plan for getting your next job, whether that is this year or in future years. Show Notes: Importance of Action, People, and Results in Résumés Valuable Episode for Career Development and Networking Painting a Picture of Success in Coaching Job Opportunities Creating Impactful Coaching Résumés and Portfolios Using Pictures, Action, and Results in Coaching Portfolios Enhancing Résumés and Portfolios with Media Using Canva for Dynamic Visual Content Using Canva and Prezi for Engaging Portfolios Quantifying and Qualifying Achievements Tailoring Portfolios to

As we wind down 2023 and ramp up the offseason, we are sharing our “Best 11” interviews from the past year. This one is with Amanda Ruller, who is currently the running backs coach for Central Washington. In this episode, Amanda Ruller shared a different perspective on networking in this profession, finding a way to the top, and then digging into ideas and drills for training running backs. Her unique background in strength and conditioning, data and analytics, and sports media, as well as her experience as an elite multi-sport athlete, is something she leverages to advance in the profession. There are plenty of takeaways from this episode, including insight and advice to become known to the people who can help elevate you, as well as ideas for creating purposeful drills. Show Notes: Finding a way into the coaching profession Her start in strength and conditioning Creating something to give Marketing yourself Sports broadcasting as an avenue to build relationships Spending camp with the Saskatchewan

Congratulations to Scotty Walden on being named the new head coach at UTEP. He’s the second youngest coach in the FBS, and being the youngest is nothing new to him. In 2016, at 26 years old and the head coach of East Texas Baptist, he was the youngest head coach in college football. Coach Walden was briefly the interim head coach at Southern Miss in 2020, making him the youngest FBS coach at that time. He then was the youngest head coach at Austin Peay when the Governors hired him in 2020. We have been fortunate to talk with Coach Walden since the beginning of the podcast. Most recently, he joined us this summer to take part in our Season series and give insight into all the different phases of the season. In this episode, we have put together all of Coach Walden's Season highlights. If you didn't know about Scotty Walden before, he is someone you will hear about often moving forward as he continues to rise in the profession. He’s one of the most authentic, genuine people you will meet, a true servant leader,

We begin our “Champions Series” with a state champion from Minnesota who won the Class AAA title. Led by Head Coach Garrett Mueller, the Stewartville Tigers completed a perfect season with their 14th victory. The 2023 campaign was their third undefeated regular season in a row. A big part of what’s brought Stewartville to this point was a development change made in their program to a sprint-based football program, something we discussed with Tony Holler, the creator of Feed the Cats, earlier this week. Show Notes: Introduction and Background Building Success and Program Turnaround Introduction to Sprint-Based Football Philosophy Philosophy and Approach to Coaching Program Development and Success Over Three Years Importance of Discipline and Focus Overcoming Resistance to Change Tailoring the Philosophy to Individual Programs The Impact of Multi-Sport Athletes Offseason Training Program and Approach Follow Garrett Mueller on Twitter/X @SHSCoachMueller. Register for the 2023 Track Football Consort

From the archives, Keith Grabowski shares a page from his notebook about offseason standards for a team. Keith reflects on his time at the high school coaching level and what his staff put together for their program. He breaks down his chart and how it developed for him in his coaching career. Show Notes: Influence of the Program Standards Discussing with the Staff Setting the Standards The Two Levels of the Standards Player Motivation Attendance Short Awards and Recognition Seeing the Program Payoff Chart Specifics Teaching Lift Technique Getting the Players to Work as Athletes Recognition Every Four Weeks Follow All We Are Doing: Follow us on Twitter/X @CoachKGrabowski. Sign-up for our weekly newsletter. Thank you for supporting our parters: Learn More about Pro Quick Draw: Pro Quick Draw is a powerful plug-in used on Microsoft Visio and PowerPoint for coaches to organize, format, and export playbooks, scout cards, and presentations efficiently. It was a software designed with a coach in min