Inside the Headset with the AFCA

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Inside the Headset with the AFCA

Inside the Headset with the AFCA takes you in-depth with interviews, career breakdowns, and coaching development with football coaches around the country.

  1. HÁ 5 H

    2025 AFCA Convention Preview

    On this week’s episode of Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm, we preview the 2025 AFCA Convention with Hazel Green High School Head Coach, Fred Farrier. In this conversation, Coach Farrier and Mario Price give you everything you need to know prior to heading to Charlotte for the 2025 AFCA Convention. The 2025 AFCA Convention runs from January 12th to January 14th in Charlotte, NC.   Follow Coach Farrier on social media here: @CoachFredT  Show Notes:   1:28 Introduction  2:05 Importance of being involved with the AFCA  4:00 First Timers Meeting and tips for first timer attendees  7:20 Information about Skills & Drills and Buzz Sessions  9:19 Preparing for the AFCA Convention  12:40 Information about Breakout Sessions and GA Career Panel  14:42 Impact of GA Career Panel Session  19:33 Information about High School, Junior College, CFL, International, and Collegiate General Sessions  22:08 Impact of General Sessions and learning from P5 Head Coaches  25:04 Information about Tailgate Party and New Programming available this year  28:40 Final Tips for Convention Attendees

    34min

  2. 19/12/2024

    Scott Milanovich, Head Coach - Hamilton Tiger-Cats

    On this week’s episode of Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm, we sit down with Scott Milanovich, the head coach of the Hamilton Tiger-Cats. In this conversation, Coach Milanovich walks through his journey into the profession, his experiences in both in the CFL and the NFL, and how he has developed as a coach throughout his career. Coach Milanovich led the Tiger-Cats to a 7-11 record in his first season.   Follow the Hamilton Tiger-Cats and the CFL on social media here:  @Ticats & @CFL  Show Notes:  1:30 Playing career in college and pros, transitioning from being a player to a coach in the same league, and getting your first opportunity in the CFL.   18:41 Uniqueness of coaching in the CFL and roster building, becoming a CFL Head Coach for the first time, and finding success early on as a Head Coach and working to maintain it.   36:28 Coaching in the NFL, returning to the CFL during the COVID-19 Pandemic, and learning to adapt as a coach.

    1h

  3. 12/12/2024

    Eliah Drinkwitz, Head Coach - Missouri

    On this week’s episode of Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm, we are featuring Mizzouri Head Coach, Eli Drinkwitz’s General Session talk from the 2024 AFCA Convention. In this talk, Coach Drinkwitz discusses various drills and circuits that he has used to find success throughout his career. Coach Drinkwitz led Mizzou to a 9-3 record and a bid to the Music City Bowl this season.  Follow Coach Drinkwitz and Missouri Football on social media here:   @CoachDrinkwitz & @MizzouFootball  Show Notes:   1:30 Special Teams Circuit and Tackling Drills  19:30 Team Drills (Tackling and Ball Security)  32:19 Ram Pass Play / General Thoughts

    39min

  4. 05/12/2024

    Corey Mace, Head Coach - Saskatchewan Roughriders

    On this week’s episode of Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm we sit down with Corey Mace, the head coach of the Saskatchewan Roughriders. In this conversation, Coach Mace discusses the uniqueness of the CFL, his journey to becoming a head coach, and how he approaches roster management and culture building. Coach Mace led the Roughriders to a 9-8 record this past season, making it to the West Division Final.  Follow Coach Mace, the Saskatchewan Roughriders, and the CFL on social media here:   @CoreyJMace & @sskroughriders & @CFL  1:30 Finding your passion for coaching, unique aspects of the CFL, and transitioning from a player to a coach.   23:19 Getting to experience the Grey Cup as a player and a coach, becoming a defensive coordinator and a head coach and finding quick success, and building a culture at the professional level.

    54min

  5. 21/11/2024

    Barry Odom, Head Coach - UNLV

    On this week’s episode of Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm, we are featuring UNLV Head Coach, Barry Odom’s General Session talk from the 2024 AFCA Convention. In this talk, Coach Odom discusses his coaching journey, how he approaches building a program, and his recruiting philosophy. Coach Odom has led the Rebels to an 8-2 record so far in the 2024 campaign.   Follow Coach Odom and UNLV Football on social media here:   @Coach_Odom & @unlvfootball  1:30 Coaching Journey  15:45 Building a Program  34:48 Recruiting Philosophy

    40min

  6. 14/11/2024

    Corby Meekins, Head Coach - Lutheran South Academy

    On this week’s episode of Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm we sit down with Corby Meekins, the head coach at Lutheran South Academy in Houston, Texas. In this conversation, Coach Meekins discusses the uniqueness of coaching high school football, how he went about building successful cultures, and his experience at the college level. Coach Meekins is in his first season at the helm at Lutheran South following a 3-year stint at the University of Houston.  Follow Coach Meekins and Lutheran South Football on social media here:  @corbymeekins & @SouthFootball24  1:05 Following your passion to be a coach, becoming a coordinator for the first time, and navigating quick and unexpected transitions.   30:35 Having tough conversations in job moves, working to build competitive rosters at the HS level, and becoming a head coach for the first time.  1:00:23 Transitioning to the college level, differences between high school football and college football, and navigating staff changes.

    1h24min

  7. 07/11/2024

    Payton Pardee, Wide Receivers - San Antonio Brahmas

    On this week’s episode of Inside the Headset, we sit down with Payton Pardee, the Special Teams Coordinator for the San Antonio Brahmas. In this conversation, Coach Pardee discusses landing his first coaching job, learning how to recruit and manage rosters, and the uniqueness of his experience coaching in the UFL. Coach Pardee is preparing for his second season with the Brahmas after a 7-3 season this past spring.   Follow Coach Pardee and the San Antonio Brahmas on social media here:  @CoachPardee & @XFLBrahmas  Show Notes:   1:05 Following in your grandfather’s footsteps, landing your first coaching job, and navigating the transition from a player to a coach.  22:42 Building a network to help you as a young coach, learning to recruit amid change, and managing rosters at the college and the professional level.  42:01 Prioritizing player development in the UFL, navigating the XFL/UFL merger and job transition, and how you have grown in the profession.

    1h5min

  8. 31/10/2024

    Brandon Napoleon, Safeties - Jacksonville State

    On this week’s episode of Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm, we sit down with Jacksonville State Safeties coach, Brandon Napoleon. In this conversation, Coach Napoleon discusses how he broke into the profession, the lessons he learned as a young coach, and how he works to take advantage of every opportunity he is given. Coach Napoleon is in his first season at Jax State.   Follow Coach Napoleon and Jax State football on social media here:   @CoachNapoleon & @JaxStateFB  1:05 Impact of transferring on your career as a coach, breaking into the coaching profession, and finding ways to learn and build a network.   20:04 Early job opportunities, taking advantage of learning opportunities, and experience at Buffalo.   43:00 Most impactful stops in your career, landing at Jax State, and looking back on your career.

    59min
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Inside the Headset with the AFCA takes you in-depth with interviews, career breakdowns, and coaching development with football coaches around the country.

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    American Football Coaches Association
  • Anos de atividade
    2017 - 2025
  • Episódios
    408
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