Coach and Coordinator Podcast
Keith Grabowski interviews the most knowledgeable head coaches, coordinators, and position coaches from professional, college, and high school football. Keith and his guests discuss the philosophy, concepts, schemes, and strategies that they have learned throughout their careers. Each show includes a specific idea that can be applied to help coaches at every level find the winning edge.
Episodes
July 25, 2024 • 30 mins
In this episode of the Champions Series presented by Signature Championship Rings, Six-Time State Champion Tom Lombardo, head coach at Cleveland St. Edward High School, discusses the team's practice progression, focusing on OHSSA rules, acclimation days, and structured sessions covering various aspects of the game. The team's summer morning practice approach includes team meetings, on-field activities, film review, and weightliftin...
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July 24, 2024 • 36 mins
Kevin May, the defensive coordinator at Seton Hill University, shares insights into their innovative defensive approach rooted in the flex defense in today's podcast. Coach May discusses evolving defensive strategies to stay ahead by tailoring systems to players and opponents. We talk about the importance of structure, player involvement, and adaptability in defensive tactics. Coach May explains their practice methods and versatili...
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July 23, 2024 • 57 mins
In this episode of The Passing Lab, Josh Herring interviewed Cameron Andersen, head coach at Burley High School, who shared his coaching journey rooted in his family's legacy. Coach Andersen discussed transitioning to high school football, emphasizing simplicity in offenses and implementing a unique system based on Dan Gonzalez's principles. He highlighted player development, trust, and the challenges of transfers in his coaching p...
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July 22, 2024 • 29 mins
In this episode of Coach and Coordinator, Loren Endsley, the offensive line coach at Minnesota Duluth, stresses the importance of a comprehensive drill catalog in enhancing player development and performance. By analyzing post-season performance, customizing drills to address player needs, and aligning with team strategies, coaches can optimize player readiness and competitiveness throughout the season. Tailoring drills to counter ...
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July 18, 2024 • 40 mins
On this episode of Accelerate Everything, host Dub Maddox is joined by Will Lawing, Boston College's offensive coordinator. They discuss coaching principles like hard work and consistency. Coach Lawing focuses on preparing tight ends for the NFL and adapting strategies against top defenses. He emphasizes self-scouting, efficient practice design, and player involvement. He explains play-calling in critical situations and integrating...
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July 17, 2024 • 45 mins
In this episode of the Champions Series presented by Signature Championship Rings, Coach Brad Dixon from Camp Point Central High School discusses transitioning to sprint-based football for optimal player performance. He shares the importance of prioritizing health, speed, and recovery, detailing practice structures, game week routines, and playoff preparation strategies. Coach Dixon highlights the need for individualized training, ...
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In this episode of The Passing Lab Podcast, host Josh Herring explores offensive strategies with Brady Walz, the Offensive Coordinator and Receivers Coach at Ankeny High School in Iowa. They discuss the inspiration and application of various passing concepts, particularly the levels concept and vertical passing game. Brady shares his insights on how he developed his offensive philosophy by studying greats like Peyton Manning and Ni...
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In this episode of the Coach and Coordinator Podcast presented by Vertical Raise, we dive deep into the strategic intricacies of coaching defense with Joel Elliott, the defensive coordinator at Berry College. Berry finished the 2023 season ranked as the #23 ranked team in NCAA Division III and the defense was #2 Team TFL (9.3/game) #12 Defense TD (4) #16 3rd Down Defense .286 #19 1st Down Defense (151) #25 Passing Defense Efficienc...
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July 12, 2024 • 31 mins
Champions - Flexibility and Physicality - Justin Kammrad, Head Coach, Lewis Central HS (IA)
Welcome to this week's Champion Series presented by Signature Championship Rings. In today's episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with Justin Kammrad, the head coach of the 4A State Champions from Iowa, Lewis Central High School. Coach Kammrad shares his insights on building a flexible scheme that fits their personnel while maintaining ...
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July 11, 2024 • 38 mins
In this episode of Accelerate Everything, Dub Maddox is joined by Barry Lunney Jr., the offensive coordinator at the University of Illinois. Coach Lunney takes us on a journey through his coaching career, from high school to college, and shares how his offensive philosophy has been shaped by his diverse experiences and the influence of the Air Raid system.
Coach Lunney discusses his transition from coaching tight ends at Arkansas ...
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July 9, 2024 • 36 mins
In this episode, Josh Herring sits down with Rance Gillespie, a seasoned coach with over 33 years of experience. Gillespie shares his journey from his early coaching days in Thomasville, where he worked with talented players like Mike Bobo, to his evolution in offensive strategy influenced by the West Coast offense.
Coach Gillespie dives deep into the nuances of quarterback rhythm and tempo, explaining how different formations and...
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In today’s episode from our archives, host Keith Grabowski is joined by Brian Kight, known for his expertise in building strong team cultures and leadership development.
Together, they delve into the critical theme of 'Overused Words and Underused Actions in Coaching.' Brian Kight's insights on how the flood of communication in today’s environment can dilute the power of our words and his emphasis on aligning those words with con...
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July 3, 2024 • 35 mins
In this episode of the Passing Lab, host Josh Herring had the pleasure of speaking with Sam Adams, head coach at Oxford High School in Alabama, known for his expertise in the passing game. Coach Adams shared his extensive background, starting as a student assistant at Auburn University and learning from offensive minds like Bobby Petrino. He detailed his coaching journey through various high schools, culminating in his current rol...
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On this episode of Accelerate Everything, host Dub Maddox is joined by Alex Mortensen, the offensive coordinator at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, who provides a detailed look into working with various offensive coordinators at Alabama, including Lane Kiffin, Brian Daboll, Michael Locksley, Steve Sarkisian, and Bill O'Brien. He discusses their strategies, the evolving offensive trends, play-calling techniques, and practi...
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In this episode of the Coach and Coordinator Podcast, we are joined by Josh Goodloe, head coach at Paradise Honors High School. Coach Goodloe shares his unique journey from serving in the U.S. Army to becoming a successful high school football coach. Under his leadership, Paradise Honors' quarterback tied a national record of 91 touchdowns in a season and passed for over 11,000 yards in his career. Coach Goodloe delves into his pro...
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June 28, 2024 • 30 mins
On today’s Champions Series presented by Signature Championship Rings, 9x State Champion Head Coach Lauren Montgomery from Bixby High School discusses the success of their football program, focusing on developing student-athletes and emphasizing processes over outcomes. They prioritize early foundational training, positive reinforcement, multi-sport participation, and consistent coaching. The program's strength and conditioning ini...
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The Passing Lab is back for Season 2!
Join host Josh Herring as we discuss the intricacies of option routes with Caleb Corrill, Offense Coordinator from the University of St. Thomas (FCS). We explore the strategic depth of routes like "Juke" and "Looky," emphasizing player matchups and effective execution. Our conversation delves into the importance of versatile options in offensive plays and leveraging defensive cues. We dissect p...
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June 25, 2024 • 48 mins
In our kickoff of Season 2 of the Accelerate Everything Series, host Dub Maddox is joined by the esteemed Brian Vaughn, the creator of the Blitzology blog and a highly experienced linebackers coach at West Texas A&M University. Together, they delve into defending condensed formations and more. In this insightful episode, Brian, with his wealth of knowledge and expertise, emphasizes the importance of precise communication and strate...
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June 24, 2024 • 33 mins
In this episode of Coach and Coordinator, presented by Vertical Raise, we sit down with Cody Leach at the Leo Seal football facility at Mississippi State. Cody shares insights on his journey in football, which was influenced by his father's core team values. He discusses transitioning from defense to special teams, highlighting the importance of skill adaptation. Cody reflects on his unconventional entry into football, learning the...
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June 21, 2024 • 24 mins
In this episode of the Coach and Coordinator Podcast presented by Signature Championship Rings, we explore high school footbal in Hawaiil with Sterling Carvalho, head coach of 2023 state champion Kahuku High School. Known for transforming Kahuku into a powerhouse, Coach Carvahlo shares his strategy of balancing a dominant running game with a dynamic passing offense.
We delve into the journey of Kahuku Football, highlighting notable...
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