Hansen Ratings D3 Coach and Coordinators of the Week - JB Wells, Daniel Fields, & Chad Braun

On this episode of Hansen Ratings D3 Coach and Coordinators of the Week presented by Tully, hosts Logan and John highlight three coaches shaping their programs with creativity, resilience, and leadership.

First, JB Wells, Offensive Coordinator at the Coast Guard Academy (CT), shares how his team navigates the challenges of a military academy. He stresses tempo as their offensive identity, the value of maximizing limited practice time, and how scout team strategies and technology boost efficiency.

Next, Daniel Fields, Defensive Coordinator at Lewis & Clark (OR), discusses guiding a young staff and building defensive principles rooted in mental management. He explains how mindset, preparation, and solution-focused coaching help players gain confidence and perform at a high level.

Finally, Chad Braun, Head Coach at Monmouth College (IL), reflects on toughness, teamwork, and balancing competition with player safety. He emphasizes protecting teammates, pursuing continuous improvement, and the work ethic needed to sustain success—crediting his staff for their dedication and vision.

Chapters

• Introduction with Logan and John
• JB Wells: Practice philosophy at the Coast Guard Academy
• Offensive Identity: Tempo as a Calling Card
• Practice Constraints & Scout Team Solutions
• Maximizing Efficiency with Technology and Green Deck
• Building a Dedicated but Small Coaching Staff
• Daniel Fields: Building a Young Defensive Staff
• Defensive Principles & Mental Management
• Teaching Mindset: Belief, Focus & “Grip It and Rip It”
• Positive Team Culture & Staff Collaboration
• Chad Braun: Monmouth’s Winning Philosophy
• Toughness, Teamwork & Competing the Right Way
• Practicing Tackling & Balancing Safety
• Creating Competitive Practice Situations
• Protecting Teammates & Building Continuous Improvement
• Staff Preparation, Bye Week Mindset & Looking Ahead
• Closing Reflections and Recognition

Connect on X:

Logan Hansen: @LogHanRatings

John Snell: @jsnellbwfb

JB Wells: @CoachJBWells

Daniel Fields: @Coach_DanFields

Chad Braun: @MCBraunyBoy

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