On this week's episode of Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm, we preview the 2025 AFCA Convention with Hazel Green High School Head Coach, Fred Farrier. In this conversation, Coach Farrier and Mario Price give you everything you need to know prior to heading to Charlotte for the 2025 AFCA Convention. The 2025 AFCA Convention runs from January 12th to January 14th in Charlotte, NC.

Follow Coach Farrier on social media here: @CoachFredT

Show Notes:

1:28 Introduction

2:05 Importance of being involved with the AFCA

4:00 First Timers Meeting and tips for first timer attendees

7:20 Information about Skills & Drills and Buzz Sessions

9:19 Preparing for the AFCA Convention

12:40 Information about Breakout Sessions and GA Career Panel

14:42 Impact of GA Career Panel Session

19:33 Information about High School, Junior College, CFL, International, and Collegiate General Sessions

22:08 Impact of General Sessions and learning from P5 Head Coaches

25:04 Information about Tailgate Party and New Programming available this year

28:40 Final Tips for Convention Attendees