First Down by CoachTools

First Down by CoachTools

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First Down by CoachTools episodes

  • 71. First Down by CoachTools: Dan Mullins

    Coach Dan Mullins shared his journey to becoming the director of athletic performance at Allatoona High School in Georgia. One of his main points of emphasis was on the importance of networking and the supportive community of coaches in Georgia. He stressed the significance of caring for his athletes and pushing them to their limits in his coaching philosophy.


    He also recommended the book "Conscious Coaching" and highlighted the need for coaches to understand each athlete's personal story. Towards the end, he emphasized the importance of discipline and team-oriented mindset in football, and the lonely yet crucial role of leadership in sports.

    First Down is brought to you by CoachTools football player grading software. Save time and learn more about your players with detailed analytics at an affordable cost. Learn more at www.coachtoolsllc.com.

    22 min
  • 70. First Down by CoachTools: Steve Costello

    Coach Steve Costello shared his personal journey from his hometown in New York to becoming a college player and coach. He recounted his experience at Bridgton Academy and UMass, his struggle with academic requirements and scholarship opportunities, and his eventual shift towards coaching. steve also shared his experiences with adversity, perseverance, and the importance of maintaining a positive mindset. In addition, he had a conversation about coaching in college sports, emphasizing the hard work, dedication, and integrity required. He cautioned against cutting corners, underscoring the importance of treating athletes well and working hard.

    22 min
  • 69. First Down by CoachTools: Jarrod Rickman

    Jarrod Rickman is the DC, LB, RC at Flowery Branch HS in Georgia. Coach Rickman shared his career journey that began with college football and the military, followed by returning to Georgia Southern to study.

    He found his passion for coaching during his undergraduate studies and highlighted the importance of personal growth, teamwork, and systemizing everything. Furthermore, Justin and Coach Rickman spoke about building strong relationships with players while also establishing clear standards and expectations. Other topics discussed include: teaching students how to prioritize and make decisions, seeking opportunities to gain experience, and taking initiative to help lighten the load of more senior coaches.
    First Down is brought to you by CoachTools football player grading software. Save time and learn more about your players with detailed analytics at an affordable cost. Learn more at www.coachtoolsllc.com.

    26 min
  • 68. First Down by CoachTools: Hutch Gonzales

    Episode 68 of First Down by CoachTools featured Hutch Gonzales.

    Coach Hutch shared his journey to becoming the director of athletic performance at Bowling Green School, Louisiana. He talked about his experience as a college football player and a coach, his struggles to balance his family life, and his coaching philosophy. He also discussed the unique challenges and rewards of coaching football in Louisiana.
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    17 min
  • 67. First Down by CoachTools: Steve Opgenorth

    Episode 67 of First Down by CoachTools featured Steve Opgenorth.

    Coach Opgenorth is an eighteen-year college coaching veteran who has recently concluded a tenure as the Head Football Coach at Oberlin College.
    The conversation between Justin and Steve revolved around the coaching profession. They touched upon the journey of a veteran coach who transitioned from coaching to the world of business. They also discussed the importance of adaptability, recruitment, and being an effective communicator. The conversation also touched upon the challenges presented by the transfer portal and the increasing influence of social media on the sport. Towards the end, they discussed the value of football and coaching, emphasizing the importance of learning from experiences and mistakes.
    First Down is brought to you by CoachTools. CoachTools is a software that helps football coaches improve player grading. Learn more at www.coachtoolsllc.com.

    18 min
  • 66. First Down by CoachTools: Trent Earley

    Earley begins his second season at VSU after spending two season at Colorado Mesa University for now-VSU head coach Tremaine Jackson. Earley helped lead CMU to a 10-3 record in two seasons. Prior to CMU, Earley served as defensive analyst at the University of South Florida in 2019, after joining the staff as the defensive graduate assistant working with the defensive line in 2017.

    On Episode 66 of First Down, Justin and Coach Trent Earley had a discussion about Coach Earley's coaching career and his advice for aspiring coaches. Coach Earley shared his journey to becoming an assistant head coach at Valdosta State in Southern Georgia and emphasized the importance of finding roles that make oneself invaluable to the organization. He also highlighted the role of sports, particularly football, as a model for life and a teacher of life lessons. The conversation also underscored the importance of discipline, obedience, and grit in coaching, as well as the importance of enjoying the process and not just the outcome.
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    20 min
  • 65. First Down by CoachTools: John Weaver

    Episode 65 featured Coach John Weaver. John Weaver is in his 13th year at Madison-Ridgeland Academy as the Associate Athletic Director, Wide Receiver's Coach, and Co Host of the Culture Classroom Podcast.

    Back-to-Back-to-Back State Champions. The Patriots claimed the 2021 State Championship finishing 11-3. In 2020, the Patriots repeated as State Champions caping off a perfect 12-0 season. In the 2019 season not only ended with a State Championship, also breaking the Mississippi High School Passing Record for most yards in a game with 593 in the Championship Game. Four of his receivers caught over 120 yards that night. Weaver also spearheads the Boys Track program claiming 4 of the last 6 State Championships and Back-to-Back State Titles for the first time. (2015 - First in school history, 2017, 2019, and 2021).
    On Episode 65, Coach John Weaver shared his 19-year journey in coaching and education, highlighting his satisfaction in impacting young lives and the challenges of balancing multiple roles. He and Justin emphasized the importance of organization, time management, and prioritization in personal and professional life. They also discussed the need for creating strong bonds with student athletes, and the significance of focusing on the process and relationships in coaching.
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    18 min
  • 64. First Down by CoachTools: Zane Quesenberry

    Episode 64 of First Down by CoachTools featured Coach Zane Quesenberry. Coach Q is the head football coach at Fort Chiswell High School in Virginia. During his first season as head coach in 2023, he was nominated as the Mountain Empire District Coach of the Year.

    Prior to starting his coaching career, Quesenberry played D-III college football, one season at Emory & Henry College (VA) followed by 2 seasons at Maryville College (TN). At Maryville College, he was a part of back-to-back USA-South Conference Championship teams and in 2013 was a starter in their 1st ever NCAA D-III football playoff appearance.
    On this episode of First Down by CoachTools, Coach Quesenberry spoke about his journey into coaching, emphasizing the importance of learning, stepping out of one's comfort zone, and not being afraid of rejection. He shared his personal setback of rupturing his Achilles tendon and his recent recognition as coach of the year, encouraging others to persist in their goals. He advised young coaches to study the game, get out of their comfort zone, network, and build a coaching community.
    First Down is brought to you by CoachTools, providing coaches with better and faster football player grading software. For information on how to get started for as low as $10/mo, visit www.coachtoolsllc.com.

    15 min
  • 63. First Down by CoachTools: Dave Gibbs

    Episode 63 of First Down by CoachTools featured our first international coach, Dave Gibbs. With over two decades of football coaching experience, Coach Dave Gibbs has developed some of Britain's elite wide receivers.

    Podcast host, Justin Titchenell, and Dave Gibbs discussed Dave's journey into coaching the Great Britain national team's wide receivers, his experiences as a young coach, and the challenges he faced. They also talked about the growth of football in the UK, the importance of learning and collaboration in coaching, and the NFL Academy in the UK.
    First Down is brought to you by CoachTools, the software to help you grade your players faster and better. First Down by CoachTools is a podcast for football coaches to learn lessons and experiences from fellow coaches.
    To learn more about CoachTools, visit www.coachtoolsllc.com.

    17 min
  • 62. First Down by CoachTools: Matthew Barnett

    Episode 62 of First Down by CoachTools featured coach Matthew Barnett, the head strength and conditioning and defensive line coach at Austin High School in Fort Bend, Texas. Matthew has 10 years of teaching and coaching experience within various school districts across the State of Texas.

    Matthew shared his experiences growing up in a football-centric town near Houston, his time playing and coaching at Katy High School, and his journey into football coaching. Justin and Matthew also delved into the challenges of becoming a coach or teacher in Texas, the importance of understanding and adapting to the fundamentals of the game, and the significance of learning about strength and conditioning.
    First Down is brought to you by CoachTools, the software to help you grade your players faster and better. First Down by CoachTools is a podcast for football coaches to learn lessons and experiences from fellow coaches.
    To learn more about CoachTools, visit www.coachtoolsllc.com or email [email protected]

    24 min

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First Down by CoachTools is a resource for high school and college coaches to learn from experienced professionals about their careers and advice. First Down host, Justin Titchenell, interviews the…