Coach No. 2: Tom Kleinschmidt is the head coach at DePaul College Prep, where he has led the team to three straight championships and was recently named Coach of the Year. A former standout player himself, Coach Kleinschmidt has built a powerhouse program focused on discipline, hard work, and player development.

In this episode, Coach Kleinschmidt talks about his transition from player to coach, the keys to building a winning culture, what motivates him to keep pushing for excellence, and his advice for young athletes and future coaches.

Welcome to Called in the Huddle — a short-form interview series from CoachCorner, the platform connecting youth sports coaches with programs that need them.

In each 15–20 minute episode, we sit down with standout coaches whom are shaping the future of youth athletics. These are real conversations about what drew them to coaching, the mentors who’ve guided them, and the advice they’d pass on to the next generation.

Whether you’re a seasoned coach, a rising talent, or just someone who loves the game, you’ll walk away inspired by the stories of leadership, grit, and purpose that make youth sports so powerful.

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