Today’s guest on this “Your Call” episode of USA Football’s Coach and Coordinator Podcast is head coach and defensive coordinator of Ashland-Greenwood High School (NE), Ryan Thompson. Coach Thompson is entering his 11th season as the head coach of the Bluejays and his 16th season overall with the team. The Bluejays' record under Coach Thompson is 66-35 which includes two District Championships. During his time as coach, his teams have qualified for the C1 Playoffs seven times, including guiding the Bluejays to a State Runner-Up finish in 2013 and 2014. Coach Thompson also served as the 2004 head coach of the Prague Panthers, a former D2 football team in Prague, Nebraska.

Thompson talks with host Keith Grabowski on best practices and ideas for the use of sideline replay systems in games and practices.

Twitter: @agbluejayfball

Show Notes

00:20 Twitter poll and responses on the use of sideline replay systems

02:08 Using an iPad in practice for immediate feedback

03:40 Players learn visually

06:35 Integrating new technology into work flow

08:12 Avoiding getting overwhelmed with information and staying focused on the game plan

09:18 Examples of what they see on sideline replay and how its made a difference in games

10:38 Making adjustments with a small roster when players are on the field a majority of the game

12:30 Logistics of set-up and troubleshooting of the sideline replay system

14:00 Half time adjustments made with replay

15:20 Managing in-game work flow

16:26 Best use practices of this technology and how to use with a two-platoon team

17:54 Using the system to film practice

18:55 Instant replay for coaching and adjustments in practices