Catching Passes with Coach John Kirby
10 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 7 ratingsOn “Catching Passes with Coach John Kirby” we will talk about current events in football as well as past events and memories that affect how we move forward in today’s game.Coach John Kirby will share his Rolodex of memories featuring weekly football stories about playing high school football with Tom Brady at Serra High School, fun memories of playing college football at City College of San Francisco and the University of Hawaii, as well as interviews with featured influential football guest stars from the NFL and elite high school levels.Tune in weekly for a casual, humorous, laid-back approach to current football events, knowledgeable football guest stars, funny memories from the football past, and so much more.
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Episodes
S1E10: The Intangibles and Celebrate-#15 Is Retired!
October 28, 2021 11:00 - 15 minutes - 14.2 MBCoach John Kirby speaks about the idea and theory of the "intangibles" and how they relate to the game of football. Coach Kirby correlates this idea as a key factor in his relationship with his former QBs- Tom Brady, Ryan Gordon, Terrance Bryant and Tim Carey and mentions a current flaw in the measurement and recruitment of future NFL athletes. Finally, homage is paid to the great Colt Brennan, as celebration is underway now that the University of Hawaii football program has officially retir...
S1E9: Hawaii vs. Notre Dame-Thanksgiving week-1997 part 2
October 21, 2021 11:00 - 15 minutes - 14.3 MBCoach John Kirby recalls several memorable game moments that took place in the Hawaii vs. Notre Dame game on ESPN during Thanksgiving week in 1997. Coach Kirby discovers if his QB will keep his promise made before the game at Turtle Bay, and tells the story of going across the middle with Notre Dame linebackers waiting. Finally, Coach Kirby ends the episode with a summary of what this game meant to him and the special memories associated with that week and the game of football. See Privacy ...
S1E8: Hawaii vs. Notre Dame-Thanksgiving week-1997-Part 1
October 14, 2021 11:00 - 15 minutes - 14.2 MBCoach John Kirby walks down memory lane as he remembers Thanksgiving week in 1997 when the University of Hawaii played the University of Notre Dame at Aloha Stadium. This episode recalls the pre-game routine for the Hawaii Warriors during the week, as well as Thanksgiving with the family on that Thursday, and the lead-up to the big game vs. Notre Dame on the following Saturday. A promise is made before the game between a quarterback and his wide receiver, and priceless memories are shared a...
S1E7: Seize The Moment At City College and Interview with City Wide Receiver Coach Andre Kelley
October 07, 2021 09:55 - 16 minutes - 15.2 MBCoach John Kirby revisits one particular tale of City College of San Francisco and tells the story of how he seized his one and only moment to play as a freshmen at City. Coach Kirby will also finally answers the number one question he receives on social media about City College. Coach Kirby also has the special opportunity to interview current City College of San Francisco wide receiver coach Andre Kelley, who was a fellow wide receiver with Coach Kirby at City in 1996. The pair will disc...
S1E6: Tom Brady to John Kirby-Serra High 1994-Record Breaking Game and The Colt Brennan Legacy Fund
September 30, 2021 11:00 - 19 minutes - 18.2 MBCoach John Kirby recollects a cherished football memory in 1994 when he and QB Tom Brady broke several long-standing Serra High School passing and receiving records all in one night! QB Tom Brady broke a couple legendary Serra records for pass attempts and completions, while John Kirby broke former Serra High wide receiver Lynn Swann's record for most receptions in one game with 11 and tied Lynn Swann for 4th all-time with 163 yards receiving in one game. This episode also has a YouTube Vide...
S1E5: City College of San Francisco Football- Time To Work!
September 23, 2021 11:00 - 16 minutes - 15.3 MBCoach John Kirby recalls the past history of junior college football at City College of San Francisco and speaks of his respect for Coach George Rush and his championship coaching staff. Coach Kirby tells the story of how his only high school recruiting trip & an influential family member guided him to play football at CCSF. The episode will conclude with Coach Kirby describing the five most impactful practice drills performed during summer ball that built mental toughness and management of ...
S1E4: Charity Work in Hawaii & Party Time Post-Game!
September 16, 2021 11:00 - 16 minutes - 15.4 MBCoach John Kirby recollects the charity work he performed in Hawaii as a UH Football player, and one special meeting that he will never forget. Coach Kirby gives a small sample about what happens in campus social life, as well as describing a few unforgettable post-game celebrations, with a couple huge life lessons to end the show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
S1E3: Getting Recruited & Playing For The University Of Hawaii
September 09, 2021 11:00 - 15 minutes - 14.6 MBCoach John Kirby will flash back to the past and talk all about the recruiting process, his recruiting trip to UH Manoa and playing football for the University of Hawaii. Coach Kirby will also talk about the positive impact receiving a scholarship had on a special family member, as well his favorite members of the Hawaii coaching staff in 1997. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
S1E2: Tom Brady's First Comeback Win & A Tribute to Hawaii QB Colt Brennan
September 02, 2021 14:00 - 16 minutes - 15.3 MBIn the very first full podcast episode of "Catching Passes with Coach John Kirby", Coach John Kirby will introduce himself as well as his football playing career, and will talk about questions the press doesn't ask about Tom Brady...for example- When was Tom Brady's first comeback win? Coach Kirby will tell the story of Tommy's first comeback during sophomore year at Junipero Serra High School (Padres), and will end the episode with a tribute to University of Hawaii QB Colt Brennan. See Pri...
S1E1: Introduction of the "Catching Passes with Coach John Kirby" Podcast
August 31, 2021 15:00 - 1 minute - 1.37 MBIntroduction of the podcast content and recollection of amazing football memories both on and off the field to be featured on the "Catching Passes with Coach John Kirby" podcast on the BLeav Network. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.