Coach and Coordinator Podcast Sprint-Based Football - Developing Speed and Character - Erik Becker, Head Coach, Daniel Hand HS (CT)
In this episode of Sprint-Based Football presented by Titan GPS, Tony Holler sits down with Erik Becker, head coach at Daniel Hand High School in Madison, Connecticut, who has led his
team to a state championship with an impressive 23-2 record.
They dive into the principles of sprint-based football, exploring Becker’s journey as both a
player and coach, the impact of speed training, and the structure of an effective weekly practice. Beyond the X’s and O’s, they discuss character development, athlete recovery, and the benefits of multi-sport participation.
Tune in for an insightful conversation on how speed, strategy, and a holistic
coaching approach shapes championship-level teams.
Chapters:
- Coaching Philosophy and Influences
- Sprint-Based Football Training
- Weekly Practice Structure
- Conditioning and Speed Metrics
- The Importance of Speed in Football
- Big Kids and Speed Training
- Game Readiness and Conditioning
- Rethinking Conditioning in Football
- The Importance of Recovery
- Innovative Coaching Strategies
- The Role of Speed in Football
- The Truck Stick Metric
- Character Building in Coaching
Support our Partner: Titan GPS
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Whether it’s optimizing practice, spotlighting players with 3D highlights, or giving recruiters verified in-game stats, Titan delivers. And with no minimums to get started, Titan walks you through every step. Message them on X @titansensor to learn more. Titan GPS—performance measured, potential unlocked.”
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Connect on X:
Tony Holler @pntrack
Erik Becker @ErickBecker42
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