Coach and Coordinator Podcast

Sprint Based Football – Doing Things Differently for Maximum Production – Thad Wells


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In this episode of the Sprint-Based Football presented by Titans Sports, host Tony Holler and Thad Wells dive deep into the philosophy behind sprint-based football and how coaching success is often found in simplicity, balance, and personal growth. Thad shares his evolution from an ambitious young coach to a thoughtful leader shaped by reading, reflection, and hard lessons learned. Together, they discuss the mental and emotional realities of coaching — from navigating identity crises and burnout to building systems that value efficiency over exhaustion. With powerful concepts like "Rock Top vs. Rock Bottom" and “Don’t bring me problems — bring me solutions,” this episode challenges conventional coaching wisdom and advocates for a smarter, more intentional approach to leadership, practice, and life.


Chapters

  • Introduction to Coaching Philosophy
  • Thad Wells’ Coaching Journey
  • The Importance of Diverse Reading & Book Recommendations
    • Learning from Mistakes & Building Identity
    • Rock Top vs. Rock Bottom: Embracing the Journey
    • Bringing Solutions, Not Problems
    • Balancing Work, Family & Boundaries
    • The Myth of the Overworked Coach & The Discipline of Less
    • Effective Practice & Courageous Decision-Making
    • Communication, Feedback & Coaching Personas
    • Job Security, Coaching Philosophy & Living with No Regrets

    • Learn More About Our Partner: Titan Sports

      Founded and based in Texas, the Titan GPS is your key to sprint-based football success. Designed specifically for high school football, Titan tracks the metrics that matter, like top speed, explosive acceleration, and even the powerful 'truck stick'—speed times weight for the ultimate performance insight. 


      Whether it’s optimizing practice, spotlighting players with 3D highlights, or giving recruiters verified in-game stats, Titan delivers. And with no minimums to get started, Titan walks you through every step. Message them on X @titansensor to learn more.

      Titan GPS—performance measured, potential unlocked. https://www.titansensor.com/⁠⁠

         

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      Tony Holler ⁠⁠@pntrack⁠⁠

      Thad Wells @ThadWells


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