In this episode of The Coaching 101 Podcast, hosts Daniel Chamberlain and Kenny Simpson discuss offensive line development and recruiting with Joel Nellis, Head Football Coach at Brookfield Central High School and owner of Trench Training. Coach Nellis covers the fundamentals of offensive line play, the importance of get-off, footwork, and core strength. He provides insights on the height and weight benchmarks for different levels of play. The discussion also explores the value of non-padded showcases and how to recognize a well-coached offensive line. Additionally, Coach Nellis talks about his trench training program and the importance of aligning with high school coaches to best serve the athletes.

00:00 Introduction to the Coaching 101 Podcast

00:49 Meet Coach Joel Nellis

01:22 Joel Nellis' Coaching Journey

02:55 Family and Community Involvement

04:30 The Importance of Offensive Linemen

06:03 Quote of the Week and Sponsor Messages

11:10 Recruitment Insights for Offensive Linemen

31:33 Coaching High School Basketball: Adjusting to Player Sizes

32:07 Strategies for Overcoming Depth Issues

33:23 Teaching Versatility in Player Positions

34:07 Protecting Weaker Players in Offensive Line

35:42 Importance of Consistent Coaching and Culture

42:29 Adapting to Different Player Levels and Development

44:15 The Value of Repetition in Training

47:36 Evaluating the Effectiveness of Camps and Showcases

53:07 Identifying Well-Coached Offensive Lines

56:48 Promoting Trench Training Camps and Resources

01:01:07 Closing Remarks and Contact Information

Daniel Chamberlain:

@CoachChamboOK

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chamberlainfootballconsulting.com

Kenny Simpson:

@FBCoachSimpson

[email protected]

FBCoachSimpson.com