Coach and Coordinator Podcast

On today’s Champions Series presented by Signature Championship Rings, we share a story of adversity that led to a state championship. Highland High School in Idaho was ravaged by a fire just seven months before the Rams won the 2023 5A state championship. Coach Sorrell and his team and staff faced a great challenge as the facilities were destroyed and the equipment remained buried in the ashes un...

In this episode of The Season Bill Brest, Special Teams Coordinator at Grove City College, explores innovative strategies for special teams practice and planning. Coach Brest emphasizes dedicating 20% of practice time to special teams, despite only 13-17% of game snaps being special team plays. He shares a unique approach where offensive and defensive coaches work on special teams drills simultane...

Jason Couch is the Head Coach of Alma College's football team. Under his leadership, Alma College has achieved significant success, including winning the 2022 Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association (MIAA) Championship, the program's first since 2004. Couch has revitalized the Scots' football program, leading them to multiple winning seasons and playoff appearances. The Scots finished the 20...

In this episode of the Coach and Coordinator Podcast, Buddy Blevins, co-offensive coordinator at Idaho State, discusses the importance of embracing chaos during camp installations. He explores the evolution of offensive strategies, particularly the run-and-shoot offense. Buddy emphasizes understanding the 'why' behind plays and integrating player decision-making on the field. Focusing on technique...

Welcome to another episode of the Champions presented by Signature Championship Rings on Coach and Coordinator Podcast!  Today, we have the privilege of having Coach Mike Coe, the five-time state champion head coach of Coffee High School join us. He won 4 state championships at Maidson County HS in Florida, and now has his first state championship in Georgia in his second season at Coffee.  Coach...

On today's episode, we're thrilled to welcome back Van Malone, the assistant head coach, passing game coordinator, and cornerbacks coach at Kansas State. Van has joined us before, and we're excited to have him return to dive into the topic of leadership and its development throughout the season. Coach Malone shares insights into Kansas State's unique approach to nurturing leadership within their t...

Developing Depth - Gary McGraw, Defensive Backs Coach, Jenks HS (OK) Today, our guest on this episode of our season series is Gary McGraw, now the defensive back and special team coordinator at Jenks High School in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Gary has coached at all levels of college football, has done an excellent job wherever he's been, and now comes back to the high school level after 20 years of being at...

In this episode of our Champions Series presented by Signature Championship Rings, we speak with DaLawn Parrish, the head coach at Westlake High School. In 2023, he won his sixth state championship at Wise High School. Coach Parrish shares his team building and leadership strategies for team camps, emphasizing camaraderie, trust, and discipline. He discusses the importance of communication, especi...

This episode covers measuring practice success and developing good habits during the season. Emphasis is placed on aligning personnel within the system and making necessary adjustments. Key points include improving player performance, focusing on effort and execution, and setting standards for offensive practice. Maintaining tempo and efficiency and recognizing scout team players' efforts can enha...

Mike Vannucci, owner of the Long Island Wide Receiver Academy, joins Db Maddox on this episode of Accelerate Everything. Coach Vannucci shares coaching insights emphasizing player development in wide receivers. He discusses common issues in route running, emphasizing proper footwork and body positioning for effective breaks. Mike explains drills such as stationary hip drops and live drills to simu...

In this episode presented by Vertical Raise, Jess Loepp, the defensive coordinator at UTSA, discusses the importance of aligning with head coach Jeff Traylor's philosophy of emphasizing perfect effort and physicality on defense. Coach Loepp places emphasis on simplifying the game plan to allow players to perform with speed and confidence. He explains Coach Traylor's two key expectations of perfect...

In this episode of the Champions Series presented by Signature Championship Rings, Six-Time State Champion Tom Lombardo, head coach at Cleveland St. Edward High School, discusses the team's practice progression, focusing on OHSSA rules, acclimation days, and structured sessions covering various aspects of the game. The team's summer morning practice approach includes team meetings, on-field activi...

Kevin May, the defensive coordinator at Seton Hill University, shares insights into their innovative defensive approach rooted in the flex defense in today's podcast. Coach May discusses evolving defensive strategies to stay ahead by tailoring systems to players and opponents. We talk about the importance of structure, player involvement, and adaptability in defensive tactics. Coach May explains t...

In this episode of The Passing Lab, Josh Herring interviewed Cameron Andersen, head coach at Burley High School, who shared his coaching journey rooted in his family's legacy. Coach Andersen discussed transitioning to high school football, emphasizing simplicity in offenses and implementing a unique system based on Dan Gonzalez's principles. He highlighted player development, trust, and the challe...

In this episode of Coach and Coordinator, Loren Endsley, the offensive line coach at Minnesota Duluth, stresses the importance of a comprehensive drill catalog in enhancing player development and performance. By analyzing post-season performance, customizing drills to address player needs, and aligning with team strategies, coaches can optimize player readiness and competitiveness throughout the s...

On this episode of Accelerate Everything, host Dub Maddox is joined by Will Lawing, Boston College's offensive coordinator. They discuss coaching principles like hard work and consistency. Coach Lawing focuses on preparing tight ends for the NFL and adapting strategies against top defenses. He emphasizes self-scouting, efficient practice design, and player involvement. He explains play-calling in...

In this episode of the Champions Series presented by Signature Championship Rings, Coach Brad Dixon from Camp Point Central High School discusses transitioning to sprint-based football for optimal player performance. He shares the importance of prioritizing health, speed, and recovery, detailing practice structures, game week routines, and playoff preparation strategies. Coach Dixon highlights the...

In this episode of The Passing Lab Podcast, host Josh Herring explores offensive strategies with Brady Walz, the Offensive Coordinator and Receivers Coach at Ankeny High School in Iowa. They discuss the inspiration and application of various passing concepts, particularly the levels concept and vertical passing game. Brady shares his insights on how he developed his offensive philosophy by studyin...

In this episode of the Coach and Coordinator Podcast presented by Vertical Raise, we dive deep into the strategic intricacies of coaching defense with Joel Elliott, the defensive coordinator at Berry College. Berry finished the 2023 season ranked as the #23 ranked team in NCAA Division III and the defense was #2 Team TFL (9.3/game) #12 Defense TD (4) #16 3rd Down Defense .286 #19 1st Down Defense...

Champions - Flexibility and Physicality - Justin Kammrad, Head Coach, Lewis Central HS (IA) Welcome to this week's Champion Series presented by Signature Championship Rings. In today's episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with Justin Kammrad, the head coach of the 4A State Champions from Iowa, Lewis Central High School. Coach Kammrad shares his insights on building a flexible scheme that fits...

In this episode of Accelerate Everything, Dub Maddox is joined by Barry Lunney Jr., the offensive coordinator at the University of Illinois. Coach Lunney takes us on a journey through his coaching career, from high school to college, and shares how his offensive philosophy has been shaped by his diverse experiences and the influence of the Air Raid system. Coach Lunney discusses his transition fro...

In this episode, Josh Herring sits down with Rance Gillespie, a seasoned coach with over 33 years of experience. Gillespie shares his journey from his early coaching days in Thomasville, where he worked with talented players like Mike Bobo, to his evolution in offensive strategy influenced by the West Coast offense. Coach Gillespie dives deep into the nuances of quarterback rhythm and tempo, expla...

In today’s episode from our archives, host Keith Grabowski is joined by Brian Kight,  known for his expertise in building strong team cultures and leadership development. Together, they delve into the critical theme of 'Overused Words and Underused Actions in Coaching.' Brian Kight's insights on how the flood of communication in today’s environment can dilute the power of our words and his emphasi...

In this episode of the Passing Lab,  host Josh Herring had the pleasure of speaking with Sam Adams, head coach at Oxford High School in Alabama, known for his expertise in the passing game. Coach Adams shared his extensive background, starting as a student assistant at Auburn University and learning from offensive minds like Bobby Petrino. He detailed his coaching journey through various high scho...

On this episode of Accelerate Everything, host Dub Maddox is joined by Alex Mortensen, the offensive coordinator at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, who provides a detailed look into working with various offensive coordinators at Alabama, including Lane Kiffin, Brian Daboll, Michael Locksley, Steve Sarkisian, and Bill O'Brien.  He discusses their strategies, the evolving offensive trends,...