Keith Grabowski and Logan Hanson review standout performances and coaching achievements from the fourth week of the Division III football season. They feature Head Coach of the University of Wisconsin-River Falls Matt Walker, Offensive Coordinator of Simpson College Robbie Aldinger, and Defensive Coordinator of North Central College Shane Dierking. Head Coach/Coaching Staff of the Week Matt Walker | UW-River Falls | 68-9 vs. Mt. St. Joseph Outgained opponent 507 to 315 Balanced attack with over 300 yards rushing, over 200 yards passing Won on specials teams with >50 yard average on 2 punts ..read more

In this episode with our National Coach of the Week presented by Modern Football Technology, head coach John Hart of Brownsburg High School discusses his team's impressive 6-0 record and number one ranking in Indiana. He highlights the successful integration of two quarterbacks, senior Joshua Stevens and sophomore Oscar Fry, and the collaborative efforts of his coaching staff. Coach Hart addresses challenges in managing the dual quarterback system while maintaining team unity and emphasizes the importance of tailored game plans and a solid offensive line.  Coach Hart has been a head coach ..read more

In this episode of the Season presented by Vertical Raise, Craig Stutzmann, Offensive Coordinator at San Jose State University, joins us to talk about maintaining focus and preventing burnout as we reach the season's midpoint. We discuss strategic breaks, including San Jose State’s "Sundays Off" approach, and the significance of red zone offense preparation. Coach Stutzmann shares ideas on the double huddle system to enhance practice efficiency and player development. Our discussion highlights the importance of innovative coaching strategies for team health and competitiveness throughout the s ..read more

In this episode, Tim Shields, co-offensive coordinator at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, discusses practice excellence. He emphasizes creating a disciplined and engaged practice environment, focusing on attention to detail and continuous improvement. Coach Shields  highlights adaptability throughout the season, player-led initiatives like "The Lab," and the importance of integrating key principles such as ball security into daily routines.  Chapters Practice Excellence Practice Details Adjusting Practices Mid-Season Innovative Practice Ideas Developing Leadership Through Coa ..read more

Keith Grabowski and Logan Hanson review standout performances and coaching achievements from the second week of the Division III football season. They feature Head Coach of Ursinus Peter Gallagher, Offensive Coordinator of Calvin Ben Dixon, and Defensive Coordinator of Wartburg Matt Tschetter. Head Coach/Coaching Staff of the Week Peter Gallagher | Ursinus | 58-14 vs. Rowan Outgained opponent 599 to 112 Rush for 457 yards on 7.8 ypc Five sacks and 10 total TFL, including 3 sacks & a safety from Connor Carter Game was tied middle of 2nd quarter before scoring 6 straight TDs & allowing 1 ..read more

Our National Coach of the Week, presented by Modern Football Technology, is John Peacock, Head Coach at Venice High School in Florida. On September 20th, the Indians defeated Cocoa High School 54-51. Max Preps ranked Cocoa 15th in the country, but the win propelled Venice to #19. Coach Peacock enters his 26th year in the Venice teaching and coaching community. His record is 177-43 and includes 17 consecutive play-off appearances, 7 final four appearances, 2 state runner-up finishes, and 2 state championships. Coach Peacock joins us to share insight into how the program is building a legacy in ..read more

In today's episode of our in-season edition of the Champions Series presented by Signature Championship Rings, we explore the role of consistency in player performance with Casey Dick, the head coach of the Fayetteville High School 2023 state champions. Drawing from his college experiences, Coach Dick discusses the challenges of inconsistency and stresses the necessity of a structured practice schedule to optimize player performance. He shares insights on his daily practice structure and highlights the benefits of maintaining consistency for both players and coaches. Additionally, the coach re ..read more

In this episode, we explore the challenges and strategies around keeping practices fresh and effective during the mid-season grind. Our guests, Georgia State Defensive Line Coach Jeremy Hawkins, Louisville HS (OH) Head Coach Chris Kappas, and Fordham Defensive Assistant Vince DiGaetano, share insights on how they approach practice routines, drills, and maintaining peak performance as the season progresses. We dive into key aspects such as keeping players engaged, refining drills and ensuring that fundamentals are not neglected while adapting to game situations. Key Topics Discussed: Keeping Pr ..read more

In this episode of the Coach and Coordinator Podcast Champions Season Series presented by Signature Championship RIngs, The head coach of the 2023 Alabama 4A State Champion Montgomery Catholic Knights Kirk Johnson joins us explore the challenges of maintaining player focus in today's world filled with distractions. Coach Johnson emphasizes the importance of building relationships, establishing team purpose, and setting high standards. We look at Montgomery Catholic's team structure, leadership selection, and the significance of creating a safe space for open communication. Kirk shares insights ..read more

In this episode of our Champion Series presented by Signature Championship Rings, we discuss the role of team culture as we navigate the football season. Colin Nelson, the state 5A Minnesota state champion coach from Chanhassen High School, joins us. He was the 2023 Minnesota Football Coaches Association Coach of the Year Award winner.  We explore how to preserve foundational values and build community pride within the program, emphasizing collective responsibility over individual achievements. Coach Nelson shares his 'Earn It' philosophy, which promotes key values like effort and integri ..read more