The Coaching 101 Podcast
Listen as Coach Kenny Simpson and Coach Daniel Chamberlain discuss the ins and outs of coaching fundamentals at the High School level. We will tackle becoming a new coach, how to take over a down program, best drills to install your new Defensive scheme, how to stop your cross town (or cross bridge) rival, and everything in-between.
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The Coaching 101 Podcast
Game Planning for Even Front Defenses
In this episode of the 'Coaching 101 Podcast,' hosts Daniel Chamberlain and Kenny Simpson dive into strategies for attacking even front defenses in football. Kenny shares his experiences and insights from coaching an All-Star game, emphasizing the importance of adaptability and continual learning. They discuss identifying and exploiting conflict players, employing various formations, and leveraging both zone and gap schemes. The episode also touches on the role of leadership and effective communication within coaching staff. Kenny and Daniel highlight the necessity of being open to new ideas, regardless of coaching tenure. The session is packed with technical insights and practical advice for football coaches looking to refine their game plans against even front defenses.
00:00 Introduction and Podcast Opening
00:27 All-Star Game Experience
02:27 Coaching Reflections and Lessons
05:05 Gus Malzahn's Influence on Offense
08:33 Game Planning Against Even Front Defenses
16:52 Identifying Conflict Players
17:31 Strategies to Exploit Conflict Players
17:50 Using Formations and False Keys
20:24 Empty Formations and Conflict Players
21:49 Differences Between Even and Odd Fronts
23:15 Game Planning Against Even Fronts
25:49 Combos and Blocking Strategies
29:20 Coaching Philosophy and Continuous Learning
31:48 Closing Thoughts and Resources
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