On this week’s episode of Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm, we sit down with Salisbury University Head Coach and 2024 AFCA Division 3 Coach of the Year, Sherman Wood. In this conversation, Coach Wood discusses his journey in the coaching profession, navigating challenges while maintaining consistency, and what the AFCA has meant to his career. Coach Wood led the Sea Gulls to a 12-1 record and a berth in the NCAA Division 3 Quarterfinals during their 2024 campaign. 

Follow Coach Wood and Salisbury Football on social media here:  

@slwood4 & @SeaGullFootball 

Show Notes:  

1:30 Entering into the coaching profession at your alma mater and early years in the coaching profession.  

13:58 Opportunity at Bowie State, helping a program grow into a playoff team, navigating quick staff changes, and returning to Salisbury as the Head Coach.  

35:44 Growing and Developing as a Head Coach, opportunity to return to Salisbury, and maintaining consistency. 

47:12 Being named 2024 AFCA Division 3 Coach of the Year and impact of the AFCA.