End Zone Wives Podcast

In this episode, Shawna and Jen cover more hot topics. What is an important aspect of your husband's coaching job? What do you wish you handled better as a coach's wife? When you can do something independently, it makes you feel strong.   Follow End Zone Wives on Twitter and Instagram @endzonewives and  Facebook at End Zone Wives.  You can also reach out by email at endzonewives@gmail.co...

In this episode, Shawna and Jen cover some hot topics.   What would you request for gameday as a coach's wife? What is an unpopular opinion about this lifestyle? In this episode, we were able to share some insight from other coaches' wives on these topics. From weather and parking to having your own identity, we had a great discussion of these hot topics.  Follow End Zone Wives on Twitte...

In this episode, Shawna and Jen discuss the role of all coach's wives.   Who is supposed to organize things during the season? Should assistant coach's wives give gifts? Should titles control situations? Should the HFC wife be in charge of all of the wife things? Are get togethers important? The ladies also talk about how to be intentional with coaching families and how to support each o...

Shawna and Jen are back for Season 5.  As we start the 2024 football season, the ladies discuss what it's like to start with a new season with a new head coach and all of the stress that comes with the change of a new coach. How early or late a new head coach is hired definitely changes the outcome of what happens to current coaches on the staff.  We also talk about how the time about during...

In this episode, you will meet two of the three Sideline Sisters.  They have had many moves and share all of the places they have been as coaches' wives.  They have also had time in Texas football, so they know how big it is. Listen to how Sideline Sisters got started.  They also talk about why being involved in this lifestyle is so beneficial.  You can follow them on Instagram @sidelinesiste...

What stage of life are you in?  Shawna and Jen talk specifically about their stage of life and what goes on in their body as a woman. Maybe you can relate to one of their stories.  Whether it's fertility or menopause you can listen to their experiences, thoughts, treatments, and emotions of going through the biological trials of womanhood. Follow End Zone Wives on Twitter and Instagram @endzo...

In this podcast episode, Shawna and Jen visit with Ashley Simper of Cy Woods HS.  Ashley has a ministry, Simper Ministries, and a wonderful coach's wives event that takes place in the summer before the season starts. Find out more about how the ministry started and how you can be part of the Equipt event this summer on July 12.  Here is the website for more information if you are interested. ...

In this episode, Shawna and Jen discuss their life updates with coaching changes. They also discuss the stress of the interview process and how we invest so much in the interviews. The ladies also discuss UIL realignment, travel, and the number of teams in each district. The episode ends with some book, podcast, and Instagram recommendations. Recommendations: Books - Everybody Always by Bob Goff T...

In this episode, we visit with Gentry Staugh of Monahans HS.  Gentry went to HS in Monahans which is even more special now be there in this role as a HFC wife.   In this episode, we discuss: West Texas football travel how motherhood changes as the kids get older the only thing you can control when your team is ranked She also tells us how she feels about the playoffs as a coach's wife.  Gentr...

Shawna and Jen visit with Heather and Tami of Huntsville HS, in Huntsville, Texas.  Listen to hear which one of them has been all over the country, while the other one has only been in Huntsville.   The Huntsville ladies talk about  the pros and cons of children being part of a coaching family the new stadium that was long overdue why there is nothing like FNL in Texas There are so many good takea...

In this episode, Shawna and Jen discuss the reality of the season ending for many teams.  Some teams advance to the playoffs, but many do not.   The ladies talk about how it must feel for seniors and talk about what the seniors on our team told their younger teammates at the last game.  The ladies also discuss... Adjustment for the players Adjustments for the coaches When you as a wife are glad wh...

Shawna and Jen visited with Cassi Dunnam of Dumas HS.  We learn that the weather can be very different in the Panhandle of Texas during football season. Cassi talks about the joys and struggles of being a coach's kid.  You must hear about what a neighbor texted Cassi about her middle child's driving.  We talk about small-town life and how a one high school town shuts down on a Friday nig...

Shawna and Jen start the episode by weighing in on the Taylor/Travis hype.  Hear their opinions on celebrities and football.   They then answer more random questions which include... Something we do when our husbands aren't around Pet peeves Strange food combinations we eat Best life hacks What job we would be terrible at and more. After you listen, we want to hear from you. Watch our stories...

In this episode, Shawna and Jen visit with Ashley Hover of Game Day Family and the new co-owner of Friday Night Wives.   We found out so many fun facts about Ashley including... How she met her husband How Game Day Family was created What her biggest adjustment was as a football wife What it's like adjusting as a mom of 2 What she drinks to get her day going Her inspiration for a children&apo...

Shawna and Jen wanted to do a fun trendy episode on beige flags in the HS football coaching world. We have a list of beige flags as coaches' wives. And we also have a list of beige flags that we see in coaches. If you don't know what a beige flag is, you have to listen and maybe you might come up with some new ideas.  Follow End Zone Wives on Twitter and Instagram @endzonewives and on Fa...

In this episode, Shawna & Jen discuss how to handle negative talk that happens during the season.  The ladies make suggestions on how to best handle negative talk from the stands, parents, social media, and the community.  It's important to listen but to not respond emotionally.  You are part of the brand of the school/team and we must behave according to what we want that to be.    Peopl...

In this episode, Shawna and Jen literally spin a wheel and answer random questions.  Some of the things you will hear about are... Bucket list items How we like our coffee Favorite movies One thing we will never do again Favorite places to shop  We discuss whether coaches could still get stuff done if they had the same human biological experiences that women have monthly.   There is even more, so...

Football season in Texas can be exciting but also can be hard when you are without your husband seven days a week.  In this episode, Shawna and Jen discuss ways to navigate the season to make it easier on you as a wife and mom.  The ladies talk about creating their own traditions, communication, and finding your own joy.  Listen to find out the marriage 100% rule and how you can make it work with...

Shawna and Jen start this episode off by talking about the heat and how it has affected the season so far.  Imagine what it's like to be in a mascot costume.  Shawna then shares her car saga story.  So many of us can relate to things going wrong during the season. When it goes wrong, it can be frustrating, but we discuss what does this make possible based on a statement by Donald Miller in hi...

Shawna and Jen chat it up with Karyn Story in this episode.  Karen is a past president of THSCWA and won the Woman of the Year award at coaching school this year.  Karen talks about... Being a coaches wife from only 2 high schools in 20 years The crazy Kilgore College rules that were around when she was in college meeting her husband The surprises and joys of teaching kindergarten Simple and South...

In this episode, Shawna and Jen share responses from coaches' kids on why the love being a coach's kid.  It is fun seeing this through the eyes of the kids at different ages.   Thanks to the following kids for sharing. Lucas and Scarlett Raby from SUNY Morrisville, NY - Age 3-5  Jordan and Jayde from Ball State University - Age 3 and 6 Clay Fellows from Saginaw HS - Age 5 Taryn from Roun...

Shawna and Jen begin this episode discussing likes and dislikes of bras.  You will have to let us know if you feel the same way.  Shawna suggests a comfortable bra; you can find it here if you want to check it out.  Nike Alate Minimalist Bra This episode focuses on Coach's wife involvement.  There were 4 main questions that were discussed at coaching school.   How do you get wives involved wi...

Shawna and Jen continue the Q&A with part 2 and focus on parenting in this episode.  The questions asked include: How do ya'll balance the single-parent lifestyle?  My husband and I are both educators who live 10+ hours away from family. Since having kids I can't help but feel like a single parent.   How do you make it work being the catch-all parent? I feel like I have no time to wo...

Shawna & Jen are back with Season 3.  In this episode they discuss what they did over the summer and are celebrating the one year anniversary of the End Zone Wives podcast. Shawna and Jen attended THSWCA and had the opportunity to host a Q&A with other coaches' wives.  Unfortunately, the audio was inaudible to put on the podcast.  In this first episode for the 2023 FB season, the ladi...

This is the last episode for season 2. Shawna and Jen talk about the business of the end of the school year and May activities. It's spring ball and 7 on 7 season. Do you go to the games?   Shawna & Jen talk about going to coaching school in July. Go to THSCWA for more information as a wife attendee. Registration for the 2023-2024 year is around June 1. We want to meet you. Listen to this...