Accelerate Everything - Barry Lunney, Jr., Offensive Coordinator, Illinois

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 to becoming the offensive coordinator at UTSA under Jeff Traylor. He highlights the importance of blending different offensive styles and building a cohesive offense with a collaborative staff. The conversation delves into the art of play-calling, emphasizing the need to prioritize scoring and have confidence in decision-making during games. Coach Lunney reflects on learning lessons from critical play-calling errors in crucial moments, stressing the significance of detailed preparation and adaptability in a fast-paced environment. He also shares insights on balancing creativity with structure in offensive game planning and the continuous pursuit of improvement through film study and learning from other coaches. Chapters Shaping Offensive Philosophy Transition to College Coaching Joining UTSA as Offensive Coordinator Art of Play Calling Field vs. Box Preference Best Practices in Coaching Refining Game Planning Strategy Please Support our Partners: R4 Football System - The Art of Play Calling Course A 4 ½ hour deep dive into Concepts, Analytics, and Principles that empower expert pla callers.  Accompanied by a 58-page workbook, this course provides frameworks and fundamentals that will accelerate the play calling learning curve 5-10 years. Sign-Up and use the code R415 to save 15% www.R4FootballSystem.com Learn More about Modern Football Technology: Battle-tested, Modern Football’s platform provides real-time self-scout and opponent tendencies, while eliminating manual tagging into HUDL, DV Sport, and XOS. Trusted by teams at every level, see how top coaches leverage this platform for in-game decision-making and play-calling success. To book a demo, visit www.teammofo.com/demo. Mention Coach and Coordinator Podcast or use the coupon code CC10 when signing up for a demo to receive 10% off your first year. Learn more about Vertical Raise: Elevate your program's Online  Fundraising to new heights Use Vertical Raise’s online fundraising system and raise more money in less time: https://verticalraise.com Multiple fundraising solutions to fit all your program needs Leverage best-in-class technology, texting & email deliverability. An in-person local fundraising coach walks your team through every step of the process. The 10% Tool Kit: Explore these pages for helpful tips, a winning edge, and special promotions for Coach and Coordinator Podcast listeners.  Sign up for the Weekly Tip Sheet: Be sure to sign-up for our weekly newsletter. Every Tuesday morning, we email out our Weekly Tip Sheet Newsletter – the best ideas from recent Coach and Coordinator Podcast episodes, as well as additional coaching development resources and recommendations sourced specifically for the 10% Coach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices