Coach and Coordinator Podcast

Midway through camp, your team is going to experience some dead legs, but you certainly don’t want your players to experience dead minds or dull spirits. It’s easy to come out at the beginning of camp with fire and energy behind a new season, but inevitably, you hit the midpoint wall.As coaches, it’s part of our jobs to keep the momentum going. Today’s guests discuss ways to bring energy from meetings, competition-infused periods throughout practice, and off-field messages. There are plenty of ideas here to keep that energy flowing all the way to week one.Today’s Coaches: Michael Toerper is the head coach at Ithaca College. He shares ideas for infusing competition into everything they do to keep spirits high, build bonds of the team, and have fun. John Tomlinson is the offensive coordinator of the Pittsburgh Maulers. He sends his offensive unit an email the night before to let his players know what the competition for the next day will be, adding motivational quotes and videos that tie into his message for the day. Related Episodes:Michael Toerper:Attitude, Preparation, and TeachingJohn Tomlinson:Developing a Passing Attack for a Young QBOC Office Hour: Creating a QB-Friendly OffenseRelated Resources:Michael Toerper:Special Teams Philosophy, Game Planning, and Transferable SkillsJohn Tomlinson:Building a Passing Attack for a Young Quarterback - Part 1Building a Passing Attack for a Young Quarterback - Part 2Thank you for supporting our partners:Learn More about Modern Football:Modern Football predicts your opponent’s next move. Some of the most elite coaches in the game leverage this new platform for in-game decision making and play-calling success. Visit teammofo.com today to start dominating your opponents with a tool for detailed analysis that simply works and delivers value.Learn More about The Headset App:The Headset App completely changes the communication market for coaches. While traditional headset systems are expensive, as well as a pain to transport and set up, The Headset App setup is ridiculously simple at a fraction of the cost. Download The Headset App today in the App Store or Google Play. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

All coaches start with a plan for how we want things to look and how we expect things to go. Occasionally, those plans are spot on, and we continue with our progress. But most of the time in this dynamic game, we need to evaluate the progress we expected against what we actually see as we begin to implement that plan.In this episode, Dante Bartee and Matt Drinkall share thoughts on evaluating players and deciding who is the most ready, as well as developing their down-roster guys. They also share ideas on what schemes should be getting the repetitions now as we quickly head towards that first kickoff.Today’s Coaches: Dante Bartee is a defensive analyst at the University of Oregon. He is a repeat performer on the podcast, most recently as a guest on our Accelerate Everything series with Dub Maddox, where Coach Maddox called Coach Bartee the “Good Will Hunting” of defensive football. Matt Drinkall is the co-offensive coordinator at Army. Coach Drinkall is a long-time guest on the show, dating back to 2017 when he was the head coach of Kansas Wesleyan. Today’s Best Ideas: How to Evaluate the Calls You Are Installing Assessing the Distribution of Reps and the Value of Those Reps A Three-Step Process for Self-Scouting in Camp Breaking Down Players into Two Groupings Determining What Plays Are Working Better Now Determining What Plays Will Be a Focus Later Related Episodes:Dante Bartee:Accelerate EverythingCommunicating to Make a DifferenceMatt Drinkall:Create the Best Experience for Staff and PlayersDefeating the Tite FrontRelated Resources:Dante Bartee:Thoughts from a First-Time College DCRethinking Defense from Structure to CommunicationMatt Drinkall:Sprint Out Passing: Moving the Pocket for SuccessRPOs Explained - Defined - Packaging - ImplementationThank you for supporting our partners:Learn More about Modern Football:Modern Football predicts your opponent’s next move. Some of the most elite coaches in the game leverage this new platform for in-game decision making and play-calling success. Visit teammofo.com today to start dominating your opponents with a tool for detailed analysis that simply works and delivers value.Learn More about The Headset App:The Headset App completely changes the communication market for coaches. While traditional headset systems are expensive, as well as a pain to transport and set up, The Headset App setup is ridiculously simple at a fraction of the cost. Download The Headset App today in the App Store or Google Play. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vince DiGaetano, assistant coach at Fordham University, joins us all season long as our in-house tackling expert.Coach DiGaetano has served on multiple coaching staffs in his career, including taking over as head coach in a very unique situation five days before the start of camp in 2018 at SUNY Maritime. That season, he led the Privateers to a 7-4 mark and a birth in the New England Bowl.We start this episode by learning how Coach DiGaetano was strategic about building the leadership of the program by making the players a big part of the vocal leadership. This case study is one we can all learn from and apply to our own situations.We then dig into tackling with Coach DiGaetano who gives tips for early camp tackling, especially in training situations that do not get much live work because of how we prioritize safety.There are a ton of takeaways from this episode to help you continue to get camp going for the 2023 season.Show Notes: Getting the Players to Lead Vocally Training Players to Be Vocal Pairing Player and Coach Together Tackling Situations Training Tackling Efficiently Additional Coach DiGaetano Episodes:The Players Write the Practice PlanDefining Practice Tempos and Finishes for Better PerformanceDeep Dive on Defense: Team TacklingTrends in Teaching TacklingShort Prep Time for the SeasonRelated Resources:Coach DiGaetano has some of the best tackling resources available, including:Winning Gaps with Engaged TacklesDeep Dig: Preseason Tackling FundamentalsEffective Team Tackling with the 3 C’s: Contact, Chase, and ConvergeThank you for supporting our partners:Learn More about Modern Football:Modern Football predicts your opponent’s next move. Some of the most elite coaches in the game leverage this new platform for in-game decision making and play-calling success. Visit teammofo.com today to start dominating your opponents with a tool for detailed analysis that simply works and delivers value.Learn More about The Headset App:The Headset App completely changes the communication market for coaches. While traditional headset systems are expensive, as well as a pain to transport and set up, The Headset App setup is ridiculously simple at a fraction of the cost. Download The Headset App today in the App Store or Google Play. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coaches understand that building a strong bond among players is not only crucial for on-field success, but also for creating a positive and supportive environment that fosters growth and camaraderie. In camp, the foundation is laid for the entire season, and the way a team comes together during this crucial period can make all the difference.Throughout this episode, we explore the strategies, insights, and personal experiences of Tyler Roehl and Mike Elder. Both guests shed light on how to create a strong sense of togetherness during the critical camp period. From team-building exercises to promoting open communication, from embracing diversity to setting shared goals, they share invaluable wisdom that benefits coaches at all levels.The biggest theme that comes through in this episode is how these coaches bring their teams and units together with intentionality. They know that they need to create opportunities for their players to bond off the field so that their ability to work together on the field is stronger.Today’s Coaches: Tyler Roehl, Offensive Coordinator, North Dakota State Mike Elder, Head Coach, Avon High School (OH) Related Episodes:Mike Elder: The Importance of the High School Coach in Building a K-12 Football Program Tyler Roehl: Making the Fullback Great Again Utilizing the TE and FB in the Pro-Style Offense Related Resources:Tyler Roehl: Developing Fullbacks and Tight EndsThank you for supporting our partners:Learn More about Modern Football:Modern Football predicts your opponent’s next move. Some of the most elite coaches in the game leverage this new platform for in-game decision making and play-calling success. Visit teammofo.com today to start dominating your opponents with a tool for detailed analysis that simply works and delivers value.Learn More about The Headset App:The Headset App completely changes the communication market for coaches. While traditional headset systems are expensive, as well as a pain to transport and set up, The Headset App setup is ridiculously simple at a fraction of the cost. Download The Headset App today in the App Store or Google Play. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Clear communication is the key that unlocks the door to success. Even the most talented team cannot reach its full potential without effective communication. Today, we explore why clear and open communication is crucial for coaches during the early stages of training camp.Training camp sets the foundation for team dynamics throughout the season. For coaches, establishing trust with their players is paramount. Open communication fosters an environment where players feel comfortable sharing their thoughts, concerns, and ideas.By encouraging dialogue, coaches understand their players’ strengths, weaknesses, and personal goals, creating a strong bond within the team. When athletes trust their coach and each other, they are more likely to collaborate, making the entire team greater than the sum of its parts.In this episode, we hear from three coaches and gain insight and ideas on how we can better communicate during camp so that we are setting our team up for a successful season.Today’s Coaches: Eric Marty, Offensive Coordinator, Michigan Panthers Cris Reisert, Head Coach, Tiffin University Brendan Walsh, Offensive Line Coach, Colgate Related Episodes:Eric Marty: OC Office Hour Complementary Football Cris Reisert: Managing the Run GameRelated Resources:Eric Marty: Spread Offense SystemCris Reisert: Slow and Quick Screen GameBrendan Walsh: Going Downhill - GT Counter and Other Variations OL Fundamentals in Gap Schemes Thank you for supporting our partners:Learn More about Modern Football:Modern Football predicts your opponent’s next move. Some of the most elite coaches in the game leverage this new platform for in-game decision making and play-calling success. Visit teammofo.com today to start dominating your opponents with a tool for detailed analysis that simply works and delivers value.Learn More about The Headset App:The Headset App completely changes the communication market for coaches. While traditional headset systems are expensive, as well as a pain to transport and set up, The Headset App setup is ridiculously simple at a fraction of the cost. Download The Headset App today in the App Store or Google Play. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are all familiar with what poor coaching energy looks like during practice. It may involve coaches failing to set clear goals, adopting a monotonous tone, remaining stationary on the field, or even sitting back. Coaches lacking energy may display closed body language and use repetitive feedback, language, and drills without considering the needs of the athletes.Having good coaching energy doesn’t mean being a loud, rah-rah coach or constantly jumping around on the sidelines. It's about being positive, consistent, engaged, and demonstrating care for the players and the team.In this episode, we share ideas from three coaches on what they do to bring energy and set the tone for the day. Whether it’s the approach to the start of a meeting or creating drills and practice flows conducive to bringing energy, there’s plenty to take away from the ideas shared here.Today’s Coaches: Siddiq Haynes, Defensive Line Coach, UTSA Dan Carrel, Co-Defensive Coordinator and Linebackers Coach, Coastal Carolina Scotty Walden, Head Coach, Austin Peay Related Episodes:Siddiq Haynes: Mental Warfare and Calculating the Pass Rush Plan Get to Sack City Dan Carrel: Out Prepare the Competition Complementary Football Designing a Run Fit System Scotty Walden: Youngest D1 CoachRelated Resources:Siddiq Haynes: Pass Rush - Get to Sack CityDan Carrel: Make Sense of Your Self-Scout Building a Run Fit System Scotty Walden: Austin Peay Offensive Principles and RPO Mesh and Shallow Cross Variations Thank you for supporting our partners:Learn More about Modern Football:Modern Football predicts your opponent’s next move. Some of the most elite coaches in the game leverage this new platform for in-game decision making and play-calling success. Visit teammofo.com today to start dominating your opponents with a tool for detailed analysis that simply works and delivers value.Learn More about The Headset App:The Headset App completely changes the communication market for coaches. While traditional headset systems are expensive, as well as a pain to transport and set up, The Headset App setup is ridiculously simple at a fraction of the cost. Download The Headset App today in the App Store or Google Play. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The excitement surrounding the beginning of camp has everyone involved ready to run through a wall and get things going. However, camp must begin by setting clear expectations and detailing procedures for all aspects of your program, unit, and position groups to set the stage for success and build the foundation upon which you will operate.In this episode, we gain insight from three coaches on how they clearly define expectations and procedures as they kick off camp.Today’s Coaches: Chris Softley is the head coach of the defending TAPPS 3A state champions at Lubbock Christian School in Lubbock, Texas. Coach Softley was named a 40 under 40 coach by Dave Campbell's Texas Football. Chris Kappas takes over as head coach of Louisville High School in Louisville, Ohio this season. Previously, Kappas was the 2022 AFCA Assistant Coach of the Year and the 2015 Football Scoop D3 Coordinator of the Year. Brett Arkelian is an analyst and special teams coach for Fresno State. How he sets the expectations for both his specialists and his special teams units in camp applies to any position group or unit. Today's Best Ideas: Clear Expectations Outlined in Writing Procedures for Everything Clearly Stated Importance of Making Your Team Procedurally Aware Expectations for Everything Laid Out in the First Meeting Culture: “Code Blue” What We Are Going to Be Good At Process for Getting Better Get Player Input for Ownership Low and High Rep Days Having a Focus for Each Day Related Episodes:Chris Softley: Calling Both Sides of the BallChris Kappas: Attention to DetailBrett Arkelian: A Plan for SpecialistsThank you for supporting our partners:Learn More about Modern Football:Modern Football predicts your opponent’s next move. Some of the most elite coaches in the game leverage this new platform for in-game decision making and play-calling success. Visit teammofo.com today to start dominating your opponents with a tool for detailed analysis that simply works and delivers value.Learn More about The Headset App:The Headset App completely changes the communication market for coaches. While traditional headset systems are expensive, as well as a pain to transport and set up, The Headset App setup is ridiculously simple at a fraction of the cost. Download The Headset App today in the App Store or Google Play. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we kick off our new in-season format for the podcast with a focus on the beginning of camp.Camp is that time of the year when players and coaches come together, united by their shared passion for the game and goals for their season.There is a palpable sense of anticipation and excitement. But what sets camp apart for some teams is the focus on activities that transcend the typical drills and plays we study and prepare all year long.The activities that our three guests talk about today are designed to reveal the unique personalities of the players and coaches by creating opportunities to perform and compete outside the realm of football. Beyond the X’s and O’s, the activities they share set the foundation that goes to the heart of team-building, trust-building, and personal growth.Today’s Coaches: Randy Jackson: Long-time Texas high school head coach, who just finished a stint as the offensive coordinator of the Potsdam Royals in Germany Grant Caserta: Linebackers coach for the two-time defending D2 national champion Ferris State Bulldogs Steve Steele: Head coach of Pierre High School, who has led his team to six straight South Dakota state championships Today's Best Ideas: Karaoke and Team Meals “Gladiator Games” for Linebackers Group Camping and Holding the Boards Thank you for supporting our partners:Learn More about Modern Football:Modern Football predicts your opponent’s next move. Some of the most elite coaches in the game leverage this new platform for in-game decision making and play-calling success. Visit teammofo.com today to start dominating your opponents with a tool for detailed analysis that simply works and delivers value.Learn More about The Headset App:The Headset App completely changes the communication market for coaches. While traditional headset systems are expensive, as well as a pain to transport and set up, The Headset App setup is ridiculously simple at a fraction of the cost. Download The Headset App today in the App Store or Google Play. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As NFL training camps kick off this week, we revisit a segment from the 2023 COOL Clinic with Carmen Bricillo, offensive line coach for the Las Vegas Raiders.Coach Bricillo has climbed the ranks, getting his start at the high school level in Indiana, then working his way up through small college into the FBS, and eventually the NFL.In this segment, Bricillo shares the benefits of using a fullback in the offense, as well as an overview of three schemes: the lead draw, sprint boss, and toss crack.If you currently don’t use a fullback or if you coach defense, you will want to listen as well, as the fullback is making his way back into the game across all levels.Show Notes: Coach Wylie’s Insight Carmen Bricillo Intro Benefits of the Fullback Characteristics of the Fullback Lead Draw Sprint Boss Toss Crack Winning Edge Follow Carmen Bricillo on Twitter @Coach_Bricillo.Watch Coach Bricillo’s Entire COOL Clinic Presentation:Various Base Run Game Schemes Utilizing the FullbackThank you for supporting our partners:Learn More about Modern Football:Modern Football predicts your opponent’s next move. Some of the most elite coaches in the game leverage this new platform for in-game decision making and play-calling success. Visit teammofo.com today to start dominating your opponents with a tool for detailed analysis that simply works and delivers value.Learn More about The Headset App:The Headset App completely changes the communication market for coaches. While traditional headset systems are expensive, as well as a pain to transport and set up, The Headset App setup is ridiculously simple at a fraction of the cost. Download The Headset App today in the App Store or Google Play. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

To close out our “Accelerate Everything” series for 2023, guest host Dub Maddox sits down with two individuals he has worked with closely to develop training packages for his quarterbacks, which he now shares with all coaches and athletes on R4FootballSystems.com.Dr. Dutch Franz is the creator of REPS VR and CEO of TierOne Consulting. Joe Ashfield, a previous guest on Coach and Coordinator Podcast, has FBS experience, including at Rice and Stanford, and now coaches in Europe. Ashfield is also the co-founder and vice president of football operations at REPS VR.In this episode, the trio talks about how VR training can accelerate learning and proper decision-making, not only for the quarterback but also for all positions.Show Notes: Decision-Making Under Pressure and VR Sticking Points with QBs in Decision-Making Under Pressure The Creation of REPS VR After Action Review Go Pro Filmed vs. Animated VR Seeing from the “Shooters View” and Its Ability to Impact Decisions Compressing a College Career of Reps into Five Weeks Pinpointing QBs Who Can Make It at the Next Level Success at UCLA Using VR with Other Positions Brevity Codes Follow Joe Ashfield on Twitter @JoeAshfield.Follow Dub Maddox on Twitter @CoachDubMaddox.Check Out Dub Maddox’s VR Training for QuarterbacksListen to the Entire Accelerate Everything Series.For more information on REPS VR, visit www.repsvr.com.Thank you for supporting our partners:Learn More about Modern Football:Modern Football predicts your opponent’s next move. Some of the most elite coaches in the game leverage this new platform for in-game decision making and play-calling success. Visit teammofo.com today to start dominating your opponents with a tool for detailed analysis that simply works and delivers value.Learn More about The Headset App:The Headset App completely changes the communication market for coaches. While traditional headset systems are expensive, as well as a pain to transport and set up, The Headset App setup is ridiculously simple at a fraction of the cost. Download The Headset App today in the App Store or Google Play. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices