Coach and Coordinator Podcast

On this episode of Next Move, presented by Coach Portal, Keith Grabowski is joined by former Division I Assistant Coach Matt Clark to explore how quality control roles can be a vital launchpad for aspiring football coaches. Together, they break down how attention to detail, effective communication, and special teams experience can accelerate professional growth and build lasting trust within a coaching staff. Matt shares lessons from his journey, offering practical advice on maximizing learning opportunities, staying organized, and embracing every aspect of the game. Whether you’re just starting or ready to take the next step, this episode serves as a playbook for building credibility, fostering relationships, and growing your career with intention. Chapters The Foundation of Coaching Careers Building Connections and Trust in Coaching Maximizing Learning Opportunities Earning Trust and Responsibility Connect on X: Keith Grabowski - @CoachKGrabowski Matt Clark - @classicmclark Get in the Coach Portal: Sign up for your free 6-month trial today with the code CCPODCAST at ⁠⁠https://www.coach-portal.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠ and make your next move. Transform your football program with CultureAI! Grab your copy of the CultureAI Book and Workbook at: coachandcoordinator.com/cultureai⁠. The CultureAI Workbook is your ultimate guide to leveraging ChatGPT and AI tools to evaluate, align, and elevate your team's culture. Packed with actionable prompts, templates, and real-world coaching examples, it’s designed for coaches who lead with intention and embrace innovation. Streamline your processes and build a stronger, more cohesive team culture all season long. Don’t wait—get started today and take your program to the next level! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Student of the Game, host Caleb Corrill sits down with Mason Espinosa, the rising Offensive Coordinator at DePauw University, to unpack the mindset and methods behind his coaching success. From confidence-building walkthroughs to collaborative quarterback development, Mason highlights how curiosity and simplicity drive both learning and performance. They take a deep dive into his offensive philosophy—getting the ball to the best players, reading defenses, and staying adaptable. Mason also reflects on his growth as a coordinator, offering insight into evaluating quarterback traits and building an identity-driven offense that responds to the moment. For coaches at any level, this episode offers a thoughtful blueprint for evolving with the game. Chapters Introduction to Mason Espinosa Mason's Journey in Football Building Offensive Knowledge Offensive Philosophy and Strategy Player Development and Execution Concept Evaluation and Adaptation Installation Process and Methodology Teaching Methodology for Quarterbacks The Importance of Individual Drills Walkthroughs: Building Confidence and Understanding Evaluating Quarterbacks: The Non-Physical Traits Self-Study vs. Learning from Others Continuous Growth and Adaptation in Coaching Advice for Aspiring Coaches Connect on X: Caleb Corrill: @CalebCorrill Mason Espinosa: @MasonEspinosa1 Offers for Our Listeners: 10% Tool Kit Coach and Coordinator pledges to source the latest and greatest products and services available in the coaching marketplace. We call this repository The 10% Toolkit for The 10% Coach. These resources are proven to help coaches win games and achieve all objectives for their programs. Think of it as a buyer's guide for vendors and suppliers we trust with our seal of certification. Transform your football program with CultureAI! Grab your copy of the CultureAI Book and Workbook at coachandcoordinator.com/cultureai. The CultureAI Workbook is your ultimate guide to leveraging ChatGPT and AI tools to evaluate, align, and elevate your team's culture. Packed with actionable prompts, templates, and real-world coaching examples, it’s designed for coaches who lead with intention and embrace innovation. Streamline your processes and build a stronger, more cohesive team culture all season long. Don’t wait—get started today and take your program to the next level! Resources from Caleb Corrill: Layering Your Base Concepts with Formation Distortion Post Snap Route Adjustments and Corresponding Pass Concepts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Passing Lab, presented by Modern Football Technology, host Josh Herring is joined by Jimmy Robertson, pass game coordinator and quarterbacks coach at Monmouth University, to break down the intricacies of their high-powered offense. From collaborating with his brother on staff to refining communication in the quarterback room, Coach Robertson offers a comprehensive look at the principles driving their success. He dives into Monmouth’s use of RPOs, the strategic application of four verticals, and how his calm coaching style empowers quarterbacks to lead with confidence. Whether he’s teaching decisiveness or adjusting game plans week to week, this episode delivers a masterclass in building an elite passing attack—one rooted in trust, teaching, and explosive execution. Chapters Introduction to Monmouth Football and Coach Robertson Coach Robertson's Journey: From Player to Coach Coaching Family Dynamics: Working with His Brother The Success of Monmouth's Offense: Key Factors Teaching Philosophy: Installing Pass Concepts Collaboration in the Quarterback Room RPOs and Their Integration into the Offense Game Planning: Balancing RPOs and Other Concepts Mastering the Vertical Game: Four Verticals Final Thoughts: Coaching Philosophy and Game Day Rituals Connect on X: Keith Grabowski: @CoachKGrabowski Josh Herring: @joshherring1 Jimmy Robertson: @JimRobertsonQB Win more games! Utilize position analytics like the QB Development Tool and In-game analytics to enhance your attack. Book a demo with Modern Football Technology today. https://www.modernfootball.com/demo Transform your football program with CultureAI! Grab your copy of the CultureAI Book and Workbook at coachandcoordinator.com/cultureai. The CultureAI Workbook is your ultimate guide to leveraging ChatGPT and AI tools to evaluate, align, and elevate your team's culture. Packed with actionable prompts, templates, and real-world coaching examples, it’s designed for coaches who lead with intention and embrace innovation. Streamline your processes and build a stronger, more cohesive team culture all season long. Don’t wait—get started today and take your program to the next level! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Your Call, presented by the Headset App, OL Coach Chris Fisher of Ridge Point HS (TX) shares how a return to fundamentals transformed his unit. Confronted with miscommunication and underperformance, Coach Fisher and his staff made a bold move: they stripped down their approach, simplified the game plan, and focused on foundational drills and clear communication. The result? A more confident group, noticeable player development, and a stronger, more cohesive team dynamic. This episode offers a candid look at the realities of high school coaching and demonstrates how getting back to basics can unlock untapped potential—especially in younger or less experienced athletes. Perfect for coaches looking for practical insights into development, leadership, and adapting strategies to fit their team’s needs. Chapters Introduction to Coaching Challenges Identifying Miscommunication and Simplifying Strategies Rebuilding Foundations and Player Development Lessons Learned and Future Implications Introduction to Coaching Growth The Importance of Fundamentals and Communication Adapting Coaching Strategies for Team Success Connect on X: Keith Grabowski - @CoachKGrabowski Chris Fisher - @CoachCFish Learn More About Our Partner: The Headset App Join the growing number of coaches making the switch and take your game-day decision-making to the next level. Download the Headset App today and start coaching smarter! Transform your football program with CultureAI! Grab your copy of the CultureAI Book and Workbook at coachandcoordinator.com/cultureai. The CultureAI Workbook is your ultimate guide to leveraging ChatGPT and AI tools to evaluate, align, and elevate your team's culture. Packed with actionable prompts, templates, and real-world coaching examples, it’s designed for coaches who lead with intention and embrace innovation. Streamline your processes and build a stronger, more cohesive team culture all season long. Don’t wait—get started today and take your program to the next level! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Next Move, presented by Coach Portal, Coach Keith Grabowski sits down with Henderson State Head Coach Greg Holsworth to explore what truly sets successful coaches and coordinators apart—both on the field and in the hiring process. They dive into how leadership, trust, communication, and cultural alignment shape a coordinator’s role beyond just calling plays. This insightful conversation offers valuable guidance for aspiring coordinators, covering how to build trust, motivate players, and align with a head coach’s vision. Whether you're climbing the coaching ladder or mentoring future leaders, this episode delivers practical takeaways on how to grow, lead, and succeed in today’s coaching landscape. Chapters The Role of Coordinators Beyond Play Calling Leadership and Character in Coaching & Hiring Teaching Skills and Adaptability Communication and Trust in Coaching Advice for Aspiring Coordinators Connect on X: Keith Grabowski - @CoachKGrabowski Greg Holsworth - @Coach_Hols Get in the Coach Portal: Sign up for your free 6-month trial today with the code CCPODCAST at https://www.coach-portal.com/⁠⁠ and make your next move. Transform your football program with CultureAI! Grab your copy of the CultureAI Book and Workbook at coachandcoordinator.com/cultureai. The CultureAI Workbook is your ultimate guide to leveraging ChatGPT and AI tools to evaluate, align, and elevate your team's culture. Packed with actionable prompts, templates, and real-world coaching examples, it’s designed for coaches who lead with intention and embrace innovation. Streamline your processes and build a stronger, more cohesive team culture all season long. Don’t wait—get started today and take your program to the next level! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Student of the Game, host Caleb Corrill is joined by Bob Davies, Offensive Coordinator and QB Coach at Gustavus Adolphus College, for an insightful conversation on coaching, offensive philosophy, and the power of teaching. Corrill and Davies explore the inner workings of building an effective offense—from implementing a new system and embracing experimentation to creating adaptability and encouraging player buy-in through thoughtful questioning. Davies highlights how surrounding yourself with a strong, supportive environment accelerates growth, and he emphasizes the importance of clarity and confidence when pitching your vision. Throughout the episode, Davies offers actionable insights for both up‑and‑coming coordinators and veteran coaches: how to mentor athletes through mistakes, spark innovation by trying new things, and solve problems creatively on the fly. Packed with real‑world examples, this conversation offers practical wisdom for anyone dedicated to developing players, refining playbooks, and elevating football through purposeful teaching. Chapters Introduction and Guest Background Coaching Journey and Influences Offensive Philosophy and Key Concepts Learning from Mistakes and Growth Installation Process and Methodology The Importance of Pausing in Training Camp Engagement and Understanding in Teaching Empowering Quarterbacks Through Justification Selling Your System and Vision Lessons Learned from Coaching Journeys Connect on X: Caleb Corrill - ⁠@CalebCorrill⁠ Bob Davies - ⁠@CoachBobDavies Learn More About Our Partners: ⁠Modern Football⁠ ⁠Technology⁠ ⁠Signature ⁠⁠Championship Rings⁠ ⁠Titan GPS⁠   Offers for Our Listeners: ⁠10% Tool Kit⁠ Coach and Coordinator pledges to source the latest and greatest products and services available in the coaching marketplace. We call this repository The 10% Toolkit for The 10% Coach. These resources are proven to help coaches win games and achieve all objectives for their programs. Think of it as a buyer's guide for vendors and suppliers we trust with our seal of certification. Transform your football program with CultureAI! Grab your copy of the CultureAI Book and Workbook at coachandcoordinator.com/cultureai. The CultureAI Workbook is your ultimate guide to leveraging ChatGPT and AI tools to evaluate, align, and elevate your team's culture. Packed with actionable prompts, templates, and real-world coaching examples, it’s designed for coaches who lead with intention and embrace innovation. Streamline your processes and build a stronger, more cohesive team culture all season long. Don’t wait—get started today and take your program to the next level! Resources from Caleb Corrill: ⁠Layering⁠ ⁠Your Base Concepts with Formation Distortion⁠ ⁠Post⁠ ⁠Snap Route Adjustments and Corresponding Pass Concepts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Your Call, presented by The Headset App, Coach Aaron Chantler of Auburn High School (WA) shares the evolution of his offensive strategy, spotlighting a bold transition to the spread offense and the creative use of empty formations. Faced with a thin running back room and undersized linemen, Chantler and his staff embraced adaptability, designing a mismatch-driven scheme that maximizes space and flexibility. By leveraging motion and smart personnel usage, Auburn has continued to run power and counter concepts effectively—even without traditional setups—earning a reputation as one of the top offenses in their league. Whether you're coaching high school football or diving into scheme study, this episode delivers practical, experience-tested insights on thriving through innovation. Chapters Introduction to Offensive Philosophy Transitioning to a Spread Offense Adapting to Challenges with Empty Sets Success with Undersized Linemen Final Thoughts on Offensive Strategy Offensive Innovation at Auburn High School Adapting to Personnel Changes Connect on X: Keith Grabowski - @CoachKGrabowski Aaron Chantler - @coach_achantler Learn More About Our Partner: The Headset App Join the growing number of coaches making the switch and take your game-day decision-making to the next level. Download The Headset App today and start coaching smarter! Transform your football program with CultureAI! Grab your copy of the CultureAI Book and Workbook at coachandcoordinator.com/cultureai. The CultureAI Workbook is your ultimate guide to leveraging ChatGPT and AI tools to evaluate, align, and elevate your team's culture. Packed with actionable prompts, templates, and real-world coaching examples, it’s designed for coaches who lead with intention and embrace innovation. Streamline your processes and build a stronger, more cohesive team culture all season long. Don’t wait—get started today and take your program to the next level! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Passing Lab, presented by Modern Football Technology, we dive into the offensive mind of Coach Tracy Malone, the current Offensive Coordinator and Quarterbacks Coach at Division III program Sewanee. Coach Malone walks us through his coaching journey—from the high school sidelines of Alabama, Georgia, and Tennessee to the college ranks—highlighting how relationships have consistently opened doors throughout his career. This conversation is a must-listen for any coach aiming to sharpen their offensive philosophy. We break down the nuances of route running, protection schemes, quarterback progressions, and his highly effective “shot package.” Coach Malone also shares valuable insights on play-action design, the importance of spacing, and how to manipulate defensive looks through tempo and alignment. This episode blends coaching strategy with personality, making it as entertaining as it is informative. Chapters From High School to College Coaching Dreams The Importance of Relationships in Coaching Coaching Across State Lines: A Unique Perspective Innovative Offensive Strategies: The Shot Package Coaching Techniques for Route Running Understanding Offensive Protection Schemes Controlling the Game: Tempo and Picture Quarterback Progressions and Read Strategies Exploring Boot Protection Strategies Innovative Route Concepts and Their Impact The Debate on Spacing in Offensive Schemes Game Day Rituals and Personal Preferences Connect on X: Coach & Coordinator - @CoachKGrabowski Josh Herring - @joshherring1 Tracy Malone - @CoachTM9 Win more games! Utilize position analytics like the QB Development Tool and In-game analytics to enhance your attack. Book a demo with Modern Football Technology today. https://www.modernfootball.com/demo Support Our Partners + Offers for Our Listeners: The 10% Tool Kit Coach and Coordinator pledges to source the latest and greatest products and services available in the coaching marketplace. We call this repository The 10% Toolkit for The 10% Coach. These resources are proven to help coaches win games and achieve all objectives for their programs. Think of it as a buyer's guide for vendors and suppliers we trust with our seal of certification. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Sprint-Based Football, Tony Holler sits down with Nick Micetich, the dynamic strength and conditioning coach at Minooka High School. At just 27, Nick has already redefined what high school athletic development looks like—blending science, sprint-based philosophy, and hands-on coaching into a results-driven system. The conversation dives deep into the integration of Reflexive Performance Reset (RPR), data-driven training, and injury prevention strategies that have helped drastically reduce athlete injuries. Nick shares how Minooka's strength program evolved into a school-wide curriculum and why multi-sport participation remains a key to long-term athletic success. From innovative tools like the Shredmill and the Goat Drill to insights on building buy-in, fostering culture, and leveraging social media, this episode is a must-listen for coaches aiming to future-proof their programs. Discover how Nick and his team are not just producing faster athletes—they’re shaping smarter, more resilient ones. Chapters Introduction to Nick Micetich Coaching Journey & Philosophy Strength & Conditioning in High School Sports Sprint-Based Football & Injury Prevention Using RPR for Performance & Recovery Building Buy-In for New Training Methods Tools & Tech: The Shred Mill and More In-Season Training Strategies Measuring and Tracking Athlete Performance Power Metrics: Truck Stick & Power Quotient Importance of Size, Speed, and Multi-Sport Athletes Advanced Techniques: Square One & Beyond Support our Partner: Titan GPS Founded and based in Texas, Titan GPS is your key to sprint-based football success. Designed specifically for high school football, Titan tracks the metrics that matter, like top speed, explosive acceleration, and even the powerful 'truck stick'—speed times weight for the ultimate performance insight.  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.  https://www.titansensor.com/ DM Titan: https://x.com/titansensor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Next Move, presented by Coach Portal, Keith sits down with Charles Bankins, Running Backs and Special Teams Coordinator at North Carolina Central, to unpack how to establish, expand, and maintain your network. Coach Bankins dives into embracing relationships and creating genuine communication between coaches. With this, he provides actionable advice that promotes a non-transactional relationship that is genuinely appreciated. From avoiding asking for things to those who have helped him along the way, and the information these coaches provided, Coach Bankins offers a variety of valuable insights. Chapters Collecting Names Let the Jobs Come to You Mistakes Young Coaches Make in Networking What Coaches Remember Connect on X: Keith Grabowski - @CoachKGrabowski Charles Bankins - @FBCoachBankins Learn More about our Partner Coach Portal: Sign up for your free 6-month trial today with the code CCPODCAST at ⁠⁠coach-portal.com⁠⁠ and make your next move. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices