Inside the Headset with the AFCA
369 episodes - English - Latest episode: 13 days ago - ★★★★★ - 216 ratingsInside the Headset with the AFCA takes you in-depth with interviews, career breakdowns, and coaching development with football coaches around the country.
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Marco Regalado, Exec. Dir. of Player Personnel & Recruiting Innovation - Rice
April 20, 2023 10:45 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MBThis week on Inside the Headset, we are featuring Marco Regalado, the Executive Director of Player Personnel & Recruiting at Rice. Coach Regalado discusses his career path from GA to collegiate recruiting and his meteoric rise on social media. Marco Regalado begins his second year with the Rice football staff as the director of player personnel and recruiting innovation as well as the NFL liaison. Coach Regalado previously spent time at Washington St. in the recruiting department and ...
Anna Caruso, In-Game Strategy & Data Research - St. Thomas
April 13, 2023 10:00 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MBThis week on Inside the Headset, we are featuring Anna Caruso, the In-Game Strategy & Data Research Student Assistant at the University of St. Thomas. Coach Caruso discusses her experience growing up as a coach’s kid, her current role with the Tommies, and the relationships built with other women in the profession. Anna Caruso is currently a freshman at the University of St. Thomas working for her father, Glenn Caruso, the head football coach. Anna has grown up watching her father coach an...
Drew Dallas, HC - Hutchinson CC
April 06, 2023 10:00 - 41 minutes - 38 MBThis week on Inside the Headset, we are featuring Drew Dallas, the head coach at Hutchinson CC. Coach Dallas discusses his own experience as a transfer player, learning & playing for his father, and reflects on his selection as the American Community College Football Coaches Association (ACCFCA) Coach of the Year. Drew Dallas became the head football at Hutchinson CC in 2019 and has amassed a 28-3 record in his 3 years of coaching. After waiting 471 days due to the coronavirus pandemic, Co...
Corey Parker, CB - Toledo
March 30, 2023 10:00 - 54 minutes - 50.2 MBThis week on Inside the Headset, we are featuring Corey Parker, the cornerbacks' coach at Toledo. Coach Parker discusses his coaching start, and the transition from HS to college coaching, and offers advice to young coaches. Corey Parker is in his second year as the cornerbacks' coach at Toledo. Coach Parker was a three-time letter winner as a defensive back at Eastern Michigan, earning a bachelor’s degree in communications in 2005. In his first year at Toledo, Coach Parker mentored All-Am...
Nate Shreffler, OC - Hillsdale College
March 23, 2023 10:00 - 22 minutes - 20.5 MBThis week on Inside the Headset, we are featuring Nate Shreffler, the offensive coordinator at Hillsdale College. Coach Shreffler recaps his collegiate coaching career and experience as a play-caller. He also reflects on his selection as the AFCA Division II Assistant Coach of the Year. Nate Shreffler has been the offensive coordinator for Hillsdale College since 2010. Shreffler runs many of Hillsdale College football team's charitable efforts, including the "Guys with Ties" program and th...
Joe Gerbino, OC - Bethune-Cookman
March 16, 2023 10:00 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MBThis week on Inside the Headset, we are featuring Coach Joe Gerbino, the offensive coordinator at Bethune-Cookman. Coach Gerbino discusses his start in coaching, recaps his season, and reflects on his selection as the DIII Assistant Coach of the Year. Joe Gerbino became the Pioneers' offensive coordinator in the Summer of 2017. Gerbino was originally hired as an athletic assistant for the Utica football program in the Spring of 2015 and was responsible for the wide receivers, the same posi...
George Papageorgiou, OL - Benedictine College
March 09, 2023 10:00 - 20 minutes - 18.5 MBThis week on Inside the Headset, we are featuring Coach George Papageorgiou, the offensive line coach at Benedictine College (KS). Coach "Pops" reflects on his coaching career, some changes he sees in the next generation of players, and reflects on his selection as the 2022 AFCA NAIA Assistant Coach of the Year. George Papageorgiou, or as his players call him, Coach Pops, has been at Benedictine College for 20+ years. He joined the Raven coaching staff in 2000 as the assistant head coa...
John Loose, Asst. HC - Army
March 02, 2023 10:00 - 32 minutes - 45.3 MBThis week on Inside the Headset, we are featuring John Loose, the Assistant Head Coach & Outside Linebackers at Army West Point. Coach Loose recaps his coaching career, discusses the unique experiences coaching at a service academy, and discusses Lauren's First and Goal Foundation. Lauren's First and Goal Foundation was founded in 2004 to raise money for pediatric cancer research. To learn more and figure out ways to help, go to www.laurensfirstandgoal.org online or go to the LFG Foundatio...
Chris Kappas, Head Coach - Louisville HS (OH)
February 23, 2023 10:30 - 35 minutes - 32.7 MBThis week on Inside the Headset, we are featuring Chris Kappas, Head Coach at Lousiville HS (OH). Coach Kappas recaps his collegiate coaching career and his transition to the high school level. He also discusses his unique experience coaching on all sides of the ball and reflects on his selection as the AFCA FCS Assistant Coach of the Year. Chris Kappas was recently hired as the next head football coach at Louisville High School in Ohio. Coach Kappas transitions to a high school coaching j...
John Stiegelmeier, SDSU & Bob Chesney, Holy Cross
February 16, 2023 10:00 - 16 minutes - 14.9 MBThis week on Inside the Headset, we are featuring our Division 1 - FCS Coach of the Year regional winners in a panel discussion. The coaches reflect on their year, discuss key mentors in their life, and review some takeaways from the AFCA convention.
Division II Coach of the Year Panel
February 09, 2023 14:09 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MBThis week on Inside the Headset, we are featuring our Division II Coach of the Year discussion. The coaches recap this past season, reflect on key mentors in their life, and discuss the connections they have made through the AFCA. The regional coach of the year winners for Division II are: Region 1: Ernie McCook, Shepherd University Ernie McCook recently completed his fifth season at the helm for the Rams after being named the head coach at Shepherd on January 24, 2018 after serving a...
Division III Coach of the Year Panel
February 02, 2023 10:00 - 25 minutes - 23 MBThis week on Inside the Headset, we are featuring our Division III Coach of the Year discussion. The coaches discuss some highlights of their program this past season and some key mentors in their life that have helped push them to their success. The regional coach of the year winners for Division III are: Region 1: Mike Toerper, Ithaca College Michael Toerper (Ter-per) was named as the 11th head coach of the Ithaca College football program on February 18, 2022. In his first season as...
NAIA Coach of the Year Panel
January 26, 2023 10:00 - 16 minutes - 22.7 MBThis week on Inside the Headset, we are featuring our NAIA regional coaches' discussion. The coaches recap their seasons, and the team’s culture, and reflect on some influential leaders in their life. The regional selections for NAIA are: Region 1: Mike Jasper, Bethel University (Tenn.) Mike Jasper recently led his Bethel Wildcats to an 11-1 record and a berth in the NAIA playoffs. Coach Jasper is a graduate of Bethel and was the first-ever Wildcat drafted to the NFL in 2011 when selected ...
Power of Influence Round Table
January 19, 2023 10:00 - 28 minutes - 39 MBThis week on Inside the Headset, we are featuring our 2022 Regional Power of Influence Award winners in a roundtable discussion. The coaches discuss their journey, some of the mentors who have had an impact on them, and some pillars of their football program. 2022 AFCA/AFCF Regional Power of Influence Award winners are: Region 1: Jim Kelliher, Abington (Mass.) High School Region 2: Rodney Saulsberry Sr., Whitehaven (Tenn.) High School Region 3: Dwight Lundeen, Becker (Minn.) High S...
2022 AFCA Convention - GA Panel
December 29, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 154 MBThis week on Inside the Headset, we are featuring our GA panel from the 2022 AFCA convention. The panelists discuss what they look for in a GA, how to be successful, and maintaining discipline through adversity. Bret Bielema recently completed his second season as the Head Coach of Illinois. Bielema arrived in Champaign with 24 years of collegiate coaching experience and a 12-year record of 97-58 as head coach at Wisconsin and Arkansas. While at Wisconsin, he led the Badgers to three Big T...
Ryan Day, Head Coach - Ohio State
December 22, 2022 10:00 - 42 minutes - 38.8 MBThis week on Inside the Headset, we are featuring Ohio State's Head Coach, Ryan Day. Coach Day discusses his experience at previous conventions, being successful at a historic university, and maintaining efficiency within his football program. Coach Ryan Day is currently in his 4th year as the head coach of the Ohio State Buckeyes football program. Coach Day will be leading his program as the 4th seeded team in this year's College Football Playoff. At the conclusion of this season, Coach D...
Mike Leach, 1961-2022
December 15, 2022 10:00 - 45 minutes - 62.2 MBThis week on Inside the Headset, we are honoring the life and legacy of Coach Mike Leach with his general session from the 2009 convention. Coach Leach was a pioneer in the game and the AFCA and the coaching community are better because of his impact. One of the masterminds of the air raid offense and a pioneer for the coaching profession, Coach Leach’s impact helped inspire a change in college football offense and spurred on a new generation of coaches. Coach Leach’s coaching tree spreads a...
Sonny Dykes, Head Coach - TCU
December 08, 2022 10:00 - 48 minutes - 66 MBThis week on Inside the Headset, we are featuring Sonny Dykes, head coach at TCU, the #3 seed in the 2023 College Football Playoff! Coach Dykes discusses his coaching path, recruiting philosophy, and some keys to building a winning program. Coach Dykes was named head coach at TCU on November 30, 2021, after 4 successful seasons at SMU. He has worked with reputable coaches such as Hal Mumme, Mike Leach, and Mike Stoops. In 2006, Dykes received the Mike Campbell Top Assistant Coach Award fro...
Jeremy Hawkins, DL - Eastern Kentucky
December 01, 2022 10:00 - 29 minutes - 27 MBThis week on Inside the Headset, we are featuring the Defensive Line Coach and Defensive Run Game Coordinator from Eastern Kentucky, Jeremy Hawkins. Coach Hawkins discusses the adversity faced in the profession, the financial sacrifice of being a coach, and his professional development with the AFCA. Jeremy Hawkins joined Eastern Kentucky's staff as the defensive line coach in January 2020. Coach Hawkins has also spent time as player personnel director at LSU and UAB. He was a four-year l...
Bryan Nardo, DC - Gannon University
November 17, 2022 10:00 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MBThis week on Inside the Headset, we are featuring the Defensive Coordinator at Gannon University, Bryan Nardo. Coach Nardo discusses his start in coaching and his career path, his defensive and recruiting philosophy, and the impact the AFCA has had on his career. Bryan Nardo is currently coaching at Gannon University as the Defensive Coordinator and Linebackers coach. He was appointed in February 2022 after 2 years at Youngstown State and 8 years at Emporia State. Coach Nardo was named the...
Jameson Croall, Head Coach - United States Merchant Marine Academy
November 10, 2022 10:00 - 36 minutes - 50.2 MBThis week on Inside the Headset, we are featuring Jameson Croall, the Head Coach at the United States Merchant Marine Academy. Coach Croall explains the unique opportunity coaching at a service academy, his coaching path, and some key takeaways from his involvement with the AFCA. Coach Croall was recently named USMMA Football's head coach in August 2022. This will be his 11th year with the program, first as HC. The previous 10 years Coach Croall served as the Offensive Coordinator and Offe...
Eli Gardner, Head Coach - Stonehill College
November 03, 2022 09:00 - 39 minutes - 35.7 MBThis week on Inside the Headset, we are featuring Stonehill College’s head football coach Eli Gardner. Coach Gardner discusses the new changes in a coach’s career, the change to Division 1 FCS for Stonehill College, and his experience with the AFCA 35u35. Coach Gardner is in his seventh year as the head coach at Stonehill. He served in other roles at Stonehill before taking over the head coaching position with experience as the special teams & defensive coordinator and associate head coach...
Julian Griffin, RBs - UTSA
October 27, 2022 09:00 - 29 minutes - 26.7 MBThis week on Inside the Headset we are featuring Julian Griffin, the running backs coach at UTSA. Coach Griffin discusses his role as NFL Liaison, his recruiting approach, and the importance of having mentors in the profession. Julian Griffin played wide receiver at ULM from 2008-2012 before becoming a coach at Texas A&M Kingsville. His coaching stops include ULM, Central Methodist, SMU, Arkansas, and is now present at UTSA as the running backs coach. Coach Griffin earned his bachelor’s de...
Juwan Lewis, RBs - Davenport University
October 20, 2022 09:00 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MBThis week on Inside the Headset we are featuring Davenport University’s running backs coach, Juwan Lewis. Coach Lewis discusses his passion for educating others, shares how his faith guides him to pour into his players and his family, and reflects on his community's impact on his coaching career. Coach Juwan Lewis joined the Davenport staff in 2021 as the running backs coach and high school recruiting coordinator. Prior to coaching at Davenport Coach Lewis was an influential leader at th...
Jacob Bronowski, ST Coordinator - Miami (Ohio)
October 13, 2022 09:00 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MBThis week on Inside the Headset we are featuring Miami University Ohio’s Special Teams Coordinator, Jacob Bronowksi. Coach Bronowski talks about his journey to special teams coordinator, how he adjusts for close games, and how he navigates being a great coach and a great family man. Coach Bronowski is in his first season at Miami (OH) University as the Special Teams coordinator. Coach Bronowski has also had stops at Tennessee, UCF, and Robert Morris. He got his start in coaching in 2017 ...
Mike Banks, DBs - Illinois State
October 06, 2022 09:00 - 25 minutes - 23.5 MBThis week on Inside the Headset, we are featuring Illinois State’s defensive backs & defensive associate head coach, Mike Banks. Coach Banks talks about his time coaching at his alma mater, what he looks for in upcoming players, and his professional development. Mike Banks is in his fifth season as an assistant coach in 2022 working with the team's defensive backs. Prior to joining the staff full-time, Banks worked the previous two seasons with the ISU football staff as a graduate manager,...
Inside the Headset - Mike Miller, Co-OC - Maryland
September 29, 2022 09:00 - 36 minutes - 33.3 MBThis week on Inside the Headset, we are featuring the Co-Offensive Coordinator and Tight Ends Coach at the University of Maryland, coach Mike Miller. Coach Miller discusses his time as a walk-on at UAB, the impact of his head coaches on his career path and some advice for how to be successful at such a young age in the profession. Mike Miller has been the tight ends coach at Maryland for the past three seasons and will continue to serve in that position and as the co-offensive coordinator...
Joe Troche, Head Coach - Luther College
September 22, 2022 09:00 - 25 minutes - 23.2 MBThis week on Inside the Headset, we are featuring Luther College's head coach, Joe Troche. Coach Troche discusses his recruiting philosophy, creating a new culture, and his emphasis on hiring and retaining the right people on staff. Coach Troche was named the head football coach of Luther College on December 14th, 2021. He was most recently at St. Olaf as the recruiting coordinator and special teams coordinator for his alma mater. He began his collegiate coaching career at UW-Eau Claire as...
Matt Myers, HC - Kansas Wesleyan
September 15, 2022 09:00 - 24 minutes - 22.8 MBThis week on Inside the Headset, we are featuring Kansas Wesleyan’s new head coach, and the 2021 AFCA’s NAIA Assistant Coach of the Year, Coach Matt Myers. Coach Myers talks about the new transition to head coach, the pressures of maintaining a successful program as an alum, and the impact the AFCA has had on his journey. Matt Myers was named the head coach of the Kansas Wesleyan University Coyotes in December of 2021 after six years with the program. Coach Myers joined the Coyotes coachi...
Mike Dovenberg, OC - College of San Mateo
September 08, 2022 09:00 - 24 minutes - 34.1 MBThis week on Inside the Headset, we are featuring The College of San Mateo’s Offensive Coordinator & QB’s coach, Coach Mike Dovenberg. Coach Dovenberg was also part of the inaugural AFCA 35 under 35 class. Coach Dovenberg discusses his win against cancer, the unique experience and challenges of coaching players in junior college football, and where he gained a lot of his insight and guidance as a young coach in the profession. Mike Dovenberg joined the CSM coaching staff in January 2017, a...
Paul Michalak, Assistant Head Coach - Trinity University
September 01, 2022 08:30 - 23 minutes - 21.1 MBThis week on Inside the Headset, we are featuring Trinity University’s Assistant head coach, and the AFCA’s D3 Assistant Coach of the Year, Coach Paul Michalak. Coach Michalak talks about both his and his family’s football journey, shares what it is like recruiting at a non-scholarship, high academic performance university, and gives us insight into the advanced technology used to run Trinity’s camps. Coach Paul Michalak is entering his 14th season at Trinity University, where he serves as...
Darren Jackson, Head Coach - Sterling College
August 25, 2022 08:30 - 29 minutes - 40.4 MBThis week on Inside the Headset, we are featuring Sterling College’s head football coach, Darren Jackson. Coach Jackson tells us how he got his start in coaching, explains how he balances work and family and walks us through the changes he is making at Sterling. Darren Jackson is the head coach at Sterling College. Coach Jackson was hired in the spring of 2022 and will be relying on his extensive experience and faith-based values to lead Sterling this season. Prior to coaching at Sterling Co...
Tim Brooks, Defensive Assistant - McKinney Boyd HS (TX)
August 18, 2022 08:00 - 28 minutes - 25.9 MBThis week on Inside the Headset, we are featuring McKinney Boyd High School’s assistant coach, Tim Brooks. Coach Brooks describes his coaching path, shares his coaching philosophy, and talks about his experiences with the AFCA’s 30 Under 30. Tim Brooks is an assistant coach at McKinney Boyd High School. Prior to coaching high school Coach McKinney was the defensive coordinator at University of Saint Mary and a defensive backs graduate assistant at Texas A&M Commerce. Coach Brooks was a pa...
Josh Jones, Safeties - Northwestern State
August 11, 2022 08:00 - 24 minutes - 22.1 MBThis week on Inside the Headset, we are featuring Northwestern State’s safeties coach and recruiting coordinator, Josh Jones. Coach Jones talks about chasing knowledge of the game, shares his experience recruiting in the heart of high school football, and discusses what it’s like being a member of the AFCA’s 35Under35 Institute. Josh Jones is the safeties coach and recruiting coordinator at Northwestern State. Coach Jones began his coaching career as a GA at three schools, Arkansas Tech, ...
Matt Perotti, Head Coach (Sprint Team) - Alderson Broaddus
August 04, 2022 07:30 - 25 minutes - 34.5 MBThis week on Inside the Headset, we are featuring Alderson Broaddus University’s head sprint football coach, Matt Perotti. Coach Perotti explains sprint football, discusses recruiting, and gives insight into how he learns more about the game. Matt Perroti is the head sprint football coach at Alderson Broaddus University in West Virginia. The Battler’s sprint football team was formed in 2019 and Coach Perotti was hired as the defensive coordinator, linebackers coach, and recruiting coordina...
Aaron Pflugrad, OC - Northern Arizona
July 28, 2022 08:30 - 26 minutes - 36.2 MBThis week on Inside the Headset, we are featuring Northern Arizona University’s, Aaron Pflugrad. Coach Pflugrad takes us through his coaching philosophy, talks about quarterback recruiting, and shares the impact his father had on his coaching journey. Over the past eight years, Aaron Pflugrad has made himself quite the career at Northern Arizona coaching the Lumberjacks. Coach Pflugrad is the Offensive Coordinator and the quarterback coach at North Arizona and has been for the past five ye...
AJ Steward, Running Backs - Oregon State
July 21, 2022 09:00 - 26 minutes - 37 MBThis week on Inside the Headset, we are featuring Oregon State’s Running Backs Coach, AJ Steward. Coach Steward discusses stepping outside his comfort zone, applying his life philosophy to his coaching philosophy, and using AFCA 35under35 to climb the coaching ladder AJ Steward attended Kansas from 2007-2011 where he spent most of his career as a tight end. Following his playing career Coach Steward coached at Rice, BYU, Arizona, and now at Oregon State. Coach Steward is the running bac...
David Shaw, Head Coach - Stanford
July 14, 2022 09:00 - 26 minutes - 36.6 MBThis week on Inside the Headset, we are featuring Stanford’s Head Coach, David Shaw. Coach Shaw speaks about his dad’s legacy, shares his impressive list of mentors, and discusses the importance of community. David Shaw is preparing for his 12th season as the Bradford M. Freeman Director of Football at Stanford University. Coach Shaw is Stanford's winningest coach in program history. In 11 seasons Coach Shaw and his teams have accomplished the following: 93 wins, 8 bowl games with 5 wins,...
Mike Short, Head Coach - St. Cloud HS (FL)
July 07, 2022 09:00 - 21 minutes - 19.9 MBThis week on Inside the Headset, we are featuring St. Cloud High Schools, Head Coach Mike Short. Coach Short speaks about the importance of multiport involvement, discusses how he is learning to find balance in his professional life and shares his experience with Turf Tank. Mike Short is the head coach at St. Cloud High School in Florida. He became the head coach at St. Cloud for a second time in March of 2022. First inspired to coach in college coach short has been all over the country se...
Tyler Roehl, OC - North Dakota State
June 30, 2022 09:00 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MBThis week on Inside the Headset, we are featuring North Dakota State’s, Offensive Coordinator, Tyler Roehl. Coach Rhoel goes in-depth about his coaching philosophy, gives insight into the Crew Chiefs, and talks about life after football. Tyler Roehl is a former All-American running back turned coach at his alma mater, North Dakota State. Roehl now serves as the Bison’s Offensive Coordinator and Tight End and Fullbacks coach. Roehl is no stranger to success, team accomplishments while Ro...
Bobby Hauck, Head Coach - Montana
June 23, 2022 09:00 - 18 minutes - 16.8 MBThis week on Inside the Headset, we are featuring the University of Montana’s head coach, Bobby Hauck. Coach Hauck discusses his deep history with the university, explains Montana’s unique football culture, and shares why he decided to serve on the AFCA Board of Trustees. Bobby Hauck is preparing for his fourth season in his second stint as the head coach at the University of Montana. Hauck first coached at Montana in 1988 after graduating in 1987 and is now the winningest coach in Montan...
Tony Hull, Running Backs - ULM
June 16, 2022 09:00 - 32 minutes - 29.4 MBThis week on Inside the Headset, we are featuring the University of Louisiana Monroe's running backs coach Tony Hull. In this episode, Coach Hull talks about coaching in his home state, transitioning from working as an engineer at NASA to coaching, and shares how he puts players in a position to be successful. Tony Hull, one of the most respected coaches in the state of Louisiana, is entering his second season at The University of Louisiana Monroe and his first season as the team's runnin...
Jim Catanzaro, Head Coach - Lake Forest College
June 02, 2022 09:00 - 27 minutes - 24.8 MBThis week on Inside the Headset, we are featuring Lake Forest College Head Coach, Jim Catanzaro. In this episode, Coach Catanzaro details the value of recruiting multi-sport athletes out of high school, highlights his personal coaching philosophy, and shares the impact that the transfer portal has had at the Division III level. Jim Catanzaro will be entering his 14th season as the Foresters' head coach and 16th season with the program overall. In addition to being the head coach, Catanzar...
Brian Bohannon, Head Coach - Kennesaw State
May 26, 2022 09:00 - 31 minutes - 28.7 MBThis week on Inside the Headset, we are featuring Kennesaw State University’s Head Coach, Brian Bohannon. In this episode, Coach Bohannon details his journey starting the Kennesaw State football program from the ground up, highlights the importance of being passionate about what you do, and shares how he combines old and new school coaching philosophies to be successful. Brian Bohannon has constructed Kennesaw State from the ground up and turned the Owls into a powerhouse program at the F...
Matt Wells, Analyst - Oklahoma
May 19, 2022 09:00 - 20 minutes - 27.6 MBThis week on Inside the Headset, we are featuring Former Utah State and Texas Tech Head Coach, Matt Wells. In this episode, Coach Wells shares his past experience coaching his alma mater at Utah State, highlights the importance of getting players involved in the local community, and shares what being a part of the Allstate Good Works team has meant to him. Matt Wells was named the honorary coach for the Allstate Good Works Team this past year. Coach Wells was most recently the head coach f...
Paul Winters, Head Coach - Wayne State
May 12, 2022 09:00 - 20 minutes - 18.8 MBThis week on Inside the Headset, we are featuring Wayne State University Head Coach, Paul Winters. In this episode, Coach Winters highlights the various factors that go into selecting a coaching job, shares his thoughts on the evolving nature of college football, and details his personal involvement with the AFCA. Paul Winters is entering his 19th season as the Wayne State University head football coach this upcoming football season. Winters is the school leader in coaching victories with...
Tim Lester, Head Coach - Western Michigan
May 05, 2022 09:00 - 41 minutes - 38 MBThis week on Inside the Headset, we are featuring Western Michigan’s Head Coach, Tim Lester. In this episode, Coach Lester shares his personal experience coaching at his alma mater, highlights how he seeks out young coaching talent in college football, and details what it’s like preparing for weekday games in the Mid-American Conference. Tim Lester is entering his sixth season as the head coach at Western Michigan. Lester has risen through the coaching ranks after completing a Hall of Fam...
Mike London, Head Coach - William & Mary
April 28, 2022 09:00 - 25 minutes - 23.8 MBThis week on Inside the Headset, we are featuring William & Mary’s Head Coach, Mike London. In this episode Coach London speaks on the importance of having a healthy work-life balance, highlights the offseason program he implemented to develop his players for beyond the field, and shares the benefit of cultivating relationships with high school coaches in your state. Mike London’s playing career in the NFL was finished after a knee injury in his first season with the Dallas Cowboys, and he...
Mike Minter, Head Coach - Campbell
April 21, 2022 09:00 - 21 minutes - 19.9 MBThis week on Inside the Headset, we are featuring Campbell University Head Coach, Mike Minter. Coach Minter speaks on transitioning Campbell from a non-scholarship to scholarship program, details the commonalities of a great team that he’s found across various levels of football, and shares the impact that former coaches have had on his coaching career. Mike Minter, a former Carolina Panthers standout and Nebraska Football Hall of Famer, is entering his 10th season as head football coach ...
Steve Ryan, Head Coach - Morningside
April 14, 2022 09:00 - 22 minutes - 20.9 MBThis week on Inside the Headset, we are featuring Morningside University Head Coach, Steve Ryan. In this episode, Coach Ryan shares his experience navigating his program through the pandemic, explains the importance of developing men beyond the playing field, and highlights the lessons he learned early in his career as a high school freshman football coach. Steve Ryan has guided the Mustangs to a 208-41 record for an 83.5 winning percentage in 20 seasons for the most football coaching vict...