The Coaching 101 Podcast

In this episode of the Coaching 101 Podcast, hosts Daniel Chamberlain and Kenny Simpson delve into strategies for making the summer football season both efficient and enjoyable. Kenny shares insights from his family's mission trip to Nicaragua and highlights the importance of maintaining perspective and fostering growth beyond the field. They discuss balancing intensive training with team-building activities, ensuring athletes...

In this episode of The Coaching 101 Podcast, host Daniel Chamberlain talks with Coach Jason Parker about his journey from starting at an 0-10 record to achieving consistent playoff appearances and aiming for a state title. They discuss the struggles of rebuilding a football program in a basketball-oriented school and the strategies used to turn the team around, including the importance of player promotion, community involvement, an...

In this episode of 'The Coaching 101 Podcast,' co-hosts Daniel Chamberlain and Kenny Simpson are joined by Tony Shiffman. They discuss the significance of coaching offensive linemen, strategies for making the position appealing to players, overlooked aspects of coaching O-line, and the teaching progression for different schemes. The conversation delves into how to make learning easier for players, the benefits of gap vers...

This episode of The Coaching 101 Podcast features host Daniel Chamberlain live from the Kentucky Athletic Administrators Association Conference in Louisville. He discuss the importance of player development and relationship-building in football coaching with guest Coach Garry McPeek. Topics covered include the evolving nature of football schemes, the impact of technology on coaching efficiency, and the significance of providing you...

In this episode of The Coaching 101 Podcast, co-hosts Daniel Chamberlain and Kenny Simpson interview Kevin Wewers, the offensive coordinator at Arkansas Tech. The discussion covers the complexities of the transfer portal and NIL in college football, drawing on insights from high school coaching experiences. The conversation highlights the importance of patience and persistence in recruiting, practical tips for high school coaches t...

In this episode of 'The Coaching 101 Podcast,' co-hosted by Daniel Chamberlain and Kenny Simpson, the focus is on essential quarterback training, emphasizing the importance of foundational skills over fancy, advanced techniques. Special guest Austin Gahafer, a former Morehead State quarterback with professional experience, discusses his journey through football, the significance of footwork, reading defenses, and the fund...

In this episode of the Coaching 101 Podcast, hosted by Daniel Chamberlain and Kenny Simpson, legendary coach Noel Mazzone discusses the importance of efficiency in programs across various levels of football. From fundraising and facilities to player representation, Coach Mazzone emphasizes contacting experts like Mark Bridges for optimizing resources. The conversation shifts to modern football tactics, highlighting the evolution of...

In this episode of 'The Coaching 101 Podcast,' host Daniel Chamberlain broadcasts from the Kentucky Athletic Administrator Association Conference. They discuss innovative fundraising methods for schools with guest Jeremy Dulaney, the athletic director of Frederick Douglas High School. The highlight of the conversation is Ace Sports, a company changing the landscape of school fundraising by using ad dollars to support scho...

In this episode of The Coaching 101 Podcast, hosted by Daniel Chamberlain and Kenny Simpson, the focus is on the Gun T Belly play. They delve into the importance of having a reliable inside run play, particularly for teams that base their offense around off-tackle plays like Buck Sweep. They introduce their version of the Belly play, emphasizing rules-based concepts to ensure efficiency and adaptability. The hosts also discuss the ...

In this Thursday Short episode of the Coaching 101 Podcast, host Daniel Chamberlain discusses the importance of mentorship in athletic administration with TJ Westman, the first-year president of the Kentucky Athletic Directors Association (KAAA) and Athletic Director at Owen County High School. Westman shares his vision for better educating and supporting athletic administrators through mentorship programs, regional support structu...

In this episode of the Coaching 101 Podcast, hosts Daniel Chamberlain and Kenny Simpson are joined by Coach Tyler Clark from Gentry High School in Arkansas. They discuss the importance of adapting football strategies to match the talents and abilities of the players each season. The conversation covers the significance of maintaining consistent coaching philosophies, evaluating team strengths and weaknesses, and incorporating effic...

This episode of the Coaching 101 Podcast, hosted by Daniel Chamberlain and Kenny Simpson, dives into common mistakes coaches make both on and off the field. They discuss the importance of preparation, emotional intelligence, and relationships with players, assistant coaches, and administration. Key topics include the significance of owning up to mistakes, fostering an environment where feedback is welcomed, and ensuring efficient u...

In this episode of The Coaching 101 Podcast, hosts Daniel Chamberlain and Kenny Simpson delve into the intricacies of defensive football, emphasizing the importance of run fits, creating negative plays, and rolling coverages. They also discuss the necessity of adapting defensive strategies to counter modern offensive tactics like RPOs and bubbles. The episode includes a Quote of the Week from Warren Buffet and celebrates a major mi...

In this episode of the Coaching 101 Podcast, hosts Daniel Chamberlain and Kenny Simpson delve into the incorporation of quarterback run games in football offensive strategies. They discuss their transition to new live streaming technology, share insights from their recent coaching clinics, and highlight key benefits of having a running quarterback. The episode also touches on product sponsors such as Ace Sports and Athletic Speed M...

In this episode of the Coaching 101 Podcast, host Daniel Chamberlain welcomes guest Coach JR Quarnberg from Kanab High School in southern Utah. Quarnberg shares his coaching journey, the significance of the Wing-T offense, and its impact on his successful seasons. He discusses the importance of having an identity, running the best plays, and adapting to defensive strategies through the use of tags, influence calls, and player-led a...

In this episode of the Coaching 101 Podcast, hosts Daniel Chamberlain and Kenny Simpson discuss various offensive football strategies, focusing on the use of extra surface formations like tight end and wing sets. They are joined by Coach Shawn Cooley, the Associate Head Coach and Offensive Coordinator at SSON High School in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The discussion covers the benefits and challenges of employing these formations, ways...

In this episode of 'The Coaching 101 Podcast,' hosts Daniel Chamberlain, Kenny Simpson, and guest Stewart Brooking discuss the expansive resources available for learning football strategy and coaching techniques. They explore various avenues such as social media, podcasts, clinics, and books. Brooking shares his journey from a broadcasting major to a football coach and podcaster, detailing how he uses his podcast to learn...

In this episode of The Coaching 101 Podcast, hosts Daniel Chamberlain and Kenny Simpson discuss the importance of special teams in football. They explore different special teams philosophies, the necessity of allocating time and resources, and how different teams might approach these plays. The conversation covers developing specialists, assigning coaching responsibilities, and the need for constant practice and emphasis on details...