IN THIS EPISODE: The time he goofed up on a date and his dad saved the day; Winning a state championship, Letting his players see how he raises his own kids; The time he got ejected from the game; The issue with parents coaching from the stands; A powerful tribute to his dad; Coaching boys from father-deficient homes; A lasting legacy.

While dedicating over 30 years to coaching and mentoring many youth, Coach Ryan maintained a marriage that will celebrate 40 years in March of 2024. He coached football at Thompson HS, Hewitt-Trussville HS, Clay Chalkville HS, and Westbrook Christian School. He collected over 200 wins, including a state title in 1999 at Clay Chalkville. Coach Ryan also coached boys and girls basketball with great success. He compiled over 120 wins, 2 area championships, and 2 sweet 16 appearances. Coach Ryan achieved this success as a coach while helping raise 3 sons (Matthew, Patrick, David) and maintaining a healthy marriage. He now gets to enjoy and help raise 6 grandchildren who, by his own admission, are sure to keep him humble!