On this episode of Inside the Headset, we are joined by Pete Shinnick, head football coach at the University of West Florida, to discuss how he started football programs at two different universities, UWF's run to the D2 National Championship game, growing up in a football family, and what makes Pensacola, Florida a special place to play football.

0:34 - Start of interview

0:52 - Starting a brand new football program

2:20 - Learning experience from UNC-Pembroke and applying lessons at West Florida

8:41 - Finding success quickly through player buy-in and belief

12:28 - Creating a “PG” mentality for the Argos

15:08 - Navigating milestones for a new program & “Expect to Win”

18:31 - Growing up on the Oakland Raiders’ sideline & watching his dad’s example

21:07 - Having his daughters on the sideline as his assistants

23:54 - Playing football in Pensacola & #BallingByTheBay

26:18 - Advice to young coaches

 

 

Follow Coach Shinnick on Twitter: @PeteShinnick

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