November 01, 2024

D3 Coach and Coordinator of the Week: Jim Catanzaro, Zach Riepma, Dan Bauder

51 minutes

Keith Grabowski and Logan Hanson review standout performances and coaching achievements from the eighth week of the Division III football season. They feature Head Coach of Lake Forest College Jim Catanzaro, Offensive Coordinator of Alma College Zach Riepma, and Defensive Coordinator of the University of Wisconsin - Platteville.

Head Coach/Coaching Staff of the Week

Jim Catanzaro | Lake Forest | 66-0 vs Ripon

Outgained Ripon 618-96

Only 4 rushing yards shy of 300 yards each rushing & passing

Only one drive all game without a score

3 INTs, 4 sacks, & 9 TFLs

Offensive Coordinator of the Week

Zach Riepma | Alma | 67-14 vs. Olivet

580 yards on only 54 plays (10.7 ypp)

16-20 passing, >19 yards per attempt

Only faced 8 third downs all game, converted 6 into first downs

Two different receivers with >100 yards receiving

Defensive Coordinator of the Week

Dan Bauder | UW-Platteville | 17-10 vs. UW-Whitewater

Highest graded & highest rated defense all season

Held Warhawks scoreless second half

Completion percentage allowed <50%

3 of 13 on 3rd downs & 1 of 3 on 4th

Forced the only turnover of the game in 4th to setup FG\

Related:

#1 Defense in College Football and Developing Players off the Field – Jim Catanzaro, Head Coach, Lake Forest College

Preparing for Big Games - Zach Riepma, Offensive Coordinator, Alma College

Kilt Style - Jason Couch, Head Coach, Alma College

D3 Coach and Coordinators of the Week - Brent Allen, Chris Sapp, Mike McElroy

Course from Coach Reimpa:

Playing FAST: Tempo and Space

About Hansen Ratings

Hansen Ratings is a data-driven system that uses advanced mathematical formulas to evaluate and rank Division III football players and teams. The system considers various metrics, including Total Adjusted Yards per Play (TAYP) and Yards Above Replacement Player per Game (YARP/G), providing a comprehensive look at player efficiency and team performance. Hansen Ratings also recognizes coaches of the year based on overall success, improvement, and surpassing preseason expectations.

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