LEVEL UP Podcast 🎙️🔥

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The LEVEL UP Podcast brings athletes, coaches, and fans together to explore the game beyond the field. From the Transfer Portal to NIL, leadership, and athlete development, every episode delivers expert insights, actionable advice, and inspiring stories to help you LEVEL UP in sports and life. Hit play and join the journey to greatness! 🏈💡

  1. Aug 25

    LEVEL UP Podcast | Episode 29 — Derian Quick: Building Players Beyond Football

    On Episode 29 of the LEVEL UP Podcast, we sit down with Derian Quick, Head Football Coach at Archbishop Carroll High School, for a conversation that goes well beyond X’s and O’s. Coach Quick talks about his journey through football, taking over the Archbishop Carroll program, building a culture centered around Respect, Effort, Accountability and Love, and what he believes high school football should ultimately prepare young men for. In this episode: 🏈 The history and culture of Archbishop Carroll Football 📈 Coaching and developing high-level talent 📚 Why academics can make or break recruiting opportunities 🎓 December graduation and early enrollment in today’s recruiting landscape 🧠 Keeping schemes simple and allowing athletes to play fast 💯 Accountability from both players and coaches 🤝 Building a program around Respect, Effort, Accountability & Love 🎯 Preparing athletes for college, football and life after the game Coach Quick also shares stories from some of the elite talent he’s coached over the years and explains why, for him, success isn’t just about the players who make it to the next level—it’s about the young men they become along the way. Episode 29 is LIVE. Subscribe to the LEVEL UP Podcast for more conversations around high school football, recruiting and athlete development. #LEVELUPPodcast #FootballRecruiting #HighSchoolFootball #CollegeFootball #LEVELS

    LEVEL UP Podcast | Episode 29 — Derian Quick: Building Players Beyond Football

  2. Aug 20

    🎙️ LEVEL UP PODCAST — EPISODE 28 | INSIDE THE MIND OF A COLLEGE RECRUITER

    What is a college recruiter actually looking for when evaluating high school athletes? For Episode 28, we sat down with former college recruiter Paul Granados, who brings firsthand experience from the other side of the recruiting process. Now coaching at Bishop O’Connell High School, Paul joined us to look back on his time in college recruiting and break down what athletes, parents and high school coaches need to understand about how recruiting really works. In Episode 28, we talk about: 🔍 What college recruiters are actually evaluating🎥 How recruiters find athletes and evaluate their film📚 Why academics can open — or close — recruiting opportunities🤝 The importance of relationships between college and high school coaches📱 Communication and how athletes should approach recruiters🏈 What separates recruitable athletes from talented football players👨‍👩‍👦 What parents need to understand about the recruiting process🎓 Finding the right college fit beyond the name on the jersey🧠 Recruiting lessons Paul learned from sitting on the college side of the table There’s a difference between knowing what you THINK recruiters want and hearing it from someone who actually did the job. For athletes trying to reach the next level, parents navigating recruiting, and high school coaches helping their players get opportunities — this conversation gives you the perspective from the other side. 👇 If you could ask a former college recruiter ONE question, what would it be? 🎙️ Episode 28 of the LEVEL UP Podcast — available now on YouTube, Spotify & Apple Podcasts. #HighSchoolFootball #FootballRecruiting #CollegeFootball #StudentAthlete #LEVELUPPodcast

    🎙️ LEVEL UP PODCAST — EPISODE 28 | INSIDE THE MIND OF A COLLEGE RECRUITER

  3. Aug 15

    🎙️ LEVEL UP PODCAST — EPISODE 27 | LOUDOUN SPORTS ACADEMY: YEAR 2

    Year 2 at **Loudoun Sports Academy (LSA)** is here — and expectations have changed. We sat down with **Director of Football Operations Obie Woods** and **Head Coach Jesse Jackson** to talk about what’s next after laying the foundation in Year 1. The roster looks different. The coaching staff has grown. The schedule brings challenges. And after entering last season unranked, **people are starting to rank LSA heading into Year 2.** **In Episode 27, we talk about:** 🏗️ Building on LSA’s first season 🤝 New additions to the coaching staff 🔄 A transfer-heavy class bringing new talent to the roster 💪 Taking on every challenge — no ducking competition 📈 Going from unranked in Year 1 to earning recognition entering Year 2 📚 The importance of academics throughout the recruiting process 🎓 Getting athletes recruited and creating opportunities to play at the next level 🧠 Preparing athletes for the college experience, not just getting them on a college roster LSA has built the roster. The schedule is set. **Now they get to prove it on the field.** 👇 What are your expectations for Loudoun Sports Academy in Year 2? 🎙️ **Episode 27 of the LEVEL UP Podcast — available now on YouTube, Spotify & Apple Podcasts.** #HighSchoolFootball #FootballRecruiting #CollegeFootball #LoudounSportsAcademy #LEVELUPPodcast

    🎙️ LEVEL UP PODCAST — EPISODE 27 | LOUDOUN SPORTS ACADEMY: YEAR 2

  4. Jul 29

    LEVEL UP Podcast Ep. 26 | Darryl Overton on The St. James, Year 2 & a National Schedule

    🚨🏈 **YEAR 2. NATIONAL SCHEDULE. BIGGER STAGE. SAME STANDARD.** 🏈🚨 **Episode 26 of the LEVEL UP Podcast is HERE!** Coach **Darryl Overton**, Head Football Coach & Director of Football Operations at **The St. James**, is back — and this time we’re talking about what’s NEXT for The St. James Football. 🌎 Taking the program into Year 2 🏈 Competing on a national schedule 🔥 Becoming one of the **12 Overtime OT7 national teams in 2026** 📈 Continuing to build the program, culture & expectations 🎯 Creating recruiting opportunities and preparing athletes for the next level 🤝 Using relationships to put student-athletes in front of college coaches This is our **third sit-down with Coach Overton**, and every conversation gives us another look at the growth and evolution of The St. James Football program. Year 2 is here. The schedule is bigger. The expectations are higher. 📺 **Watch Episode 26 now on YouTube & SUBSCRIBE** 🎧 **Follow the LEVEL UP Podcast on Spotify & Apple Podcasts** #LEVELUPPodcast #TheStJames #HighSchoolFootball #CollegeRecruiting #DMVFootball

    LEVEL UP Podcast Ep. 26 | Darryl Overton on The St. James, Year 2 & a National Schedule

  5. Jul 23

    LEVEL UP Podcast Ep. 25 | Dan Wolff on Recruiting, Academics & Building Student-Athletes

    🚨🎓 THE BEST PROGRAMS DON'T JUST BUILD FOOTBALL PLAYERS... THEY BUILD STUDENT-ATHLETES. 🏈 Episode 25 of the LEVEL UP Podcast is HERE! We sat down with The Potomac School Head Coach Dan Wolff to talk about what it really takes to build a successful football program—and it starts with much more than X's and O's. Coach Wolff breaks down: 🎯 His journey from OC to Interim Head Coach to leading The Potomac School 📚 Why academics still play a major role in college recruiting 🏈 Developing complete student-athletes on and off the field 💪 Building a culture of accountability, discipline, and high expectations 🎓 Preparing athletes for success beyond football If you're an athlete, parent, or coach, this episode is packed with valuable insight you can apply today. 📺 Watch now on YouTube 🎧 Follow the LEVEL UP Podcast on Spotify & Apple Podcasts 💬 What's more important for long-term success: Talent, Academics, or Culture? #LEVELUPPodcast #StudentAthlete #CollegeRecruiting #FootballCulture #trending

    LEVEL UP Podcast Ep. 25 | Dan Wolff on Recruiting, Academics & Building Student-Athletes

  6. Jun 25

    LEVEL UP Podcast Ep. 24 | Ron Brown HC Alprentice Davis on Building Winning Programs & Culture

    Episode 24 of the LEVEL UP Podcast is LIVE! 🚨🏈 YOU DON'T BUILD CHAMPIONS OVERNIGHT... YOU BUILD A CULTURE. 🏈🚨 Hosted by Andrew Lewis Jr. & Brent Thomas, we're joined by Ron Brown College Preparatory High School Head Coach Alprentice Davis, whose leadership transformed a program from 1-9 to a Grey Bowl appearance. Coach Davis shares: 🔥 How changing the culture changed the results 🔥 Turning young men into leaders on and off the field 🔥 Why accountability and discipline win long before kickoff 🔥 Preparing student-athletes for success through football, academics, and life 🔥 Why youth football is the foundation of great high school programs 🔥 Lessons from 30+ years of coaching up and down the East Coast and across the country 🔥 Building a program that players, families, and the community believe in This episode isn't just about football... It's about leadership, mentorship, resilience, and building young men prepared for whatever comes next. If you're an athlete, coach, or parent, this conversation is filled with lessons you can apply immediately. 👉 Watch NOW on YouTube and don't forget to SUBSCRIBE so you never miss another episode. 🎧 Follow the LEVEL UP Podcast on Spotify & Apple Podcasts. 💬 What's the #1 thing that changes a football program: Culture, Coaching, or Talent? Tell us why in the comments! 👇 #LEVELUPPodcast #HighSchoolFootball #FootballCulture #CoachDevelopment #trending

    LEVEL UP Podcast Ep. 24 | Ron Brown HC Alprentice Davis on Building Winning Programs & Culture

  7. Apr 21

    LEVEL UP Podcast Ep. 23 | DMV Elite Combine: Exposure, Compete & Show Up

    🚨🏈 DMV… IT’S TIME TO PUT ON. 🏈🚨 Episode 23 of the LEVEL UP Podcast is LIVE🔥🔥 — featuring Josh Morgan (DMV LEGEND) & Eddie Mason, and this one is for EVERY athlete, coach, and parent in the area. We’re talking about the DMV ELITE COMBINE hosted by LEVELS x PROELITE at Flint Hill (neutral site) — and why this is bigger than just reps… this is about exposure, relationships, and putting the DMV on the map. 🔥 Why a combine at THIS level matters for the area 🔥 How to present yourself to college coaches 🔥 Why you must compete every chance you get 🔥 Even 4⭐️ & 5⭐️ athletes — SHOW UP. Being present matters. Coaches are watching EVERYTHING. 🔥 Building the DMV as a true recruiting hotbed 🔥 Coaches collaborating, sharing resources & building the next generation 🔥 Hear from guys who went through the process and now want to help you navigate TODAY’S process This is about more than one event… 👉 It’s about making the DMV the PLACE colleges come to find talent. 👉 Watch NOW on YouTube & make sure you SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss what’s next 🎧 Stream on Spotify & Apple Podcasts 📲 Follow @levelsapp.ai for more 💬 Drop a 🏈 if you’re ready to put on for the DMV 👇

    LEVEL UP Podcast Ep. 23 | DMV Elite Combine: Exposure, Compete & Show Up

  8. Feb 10

    LEVEL UP Podcast Ep. 22 | MEGAPOWERS Unite: 2025 Recap, Surprises & Early 2026 Picks

    Episode 22 of the LEVEL UP & AllHitches Podcast is Here — and this one is LOADED.Hosted by Andrew Lewis Jr. & Brent Thomas, and AllHitches (Dan & Dash), we took over Ledo Pizza in West Springfield (VA HS Football HOF) for a REAL football talk session. We break down:🔥 The 2025 HS football season recap🔥 Teams that surprised us — and teams that didn’t live up to the hype🔥 Athletes understanding their true value🔥 Coaching job openings & what they mean🔥 Super-early 2026 predictions 👀 This episode is packed with insight for athletes, parents, and coaches who want to stay ahead of the game — not catch up later. 👉 Watch NOW on Spotify and make sure you Follow & Comment so you don’t miss when the Megapowers speak again.🎧 Available on Spotify too — follow the LEVEL UP Podcast 💬 Drop a 🏈 if you’re locked in for 2026 already 👇 #LEVELUPPodcast #AllHitches #NOVAFootball #DMVFootball #HighSchoolFootball #FootballCulture #Recruiting #Coaches #Athletes #Parents #2026Football #SubscribeOnYouTube

    LEVEL UP Podcast Ep. 22 | MEGAPOWERS Unite: 2025 Recap, Surprises & Early 2026 Picks
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The LEVEL UP Podcast brings athletes, coaches, and fans together to explore the game beyond the field. From the Transfer Portal to NIL, leadership, and athlete development, every episode delivers expert insights, actionable advice, and inspiring stories to help you LEVEL UP in sports and life. Hit play and join the journey to greatness! 🏈💡

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