In this episode of The Coaching 101 Podcast, hosts Daniel Chamberlain and Kenny Simpson welcome Coach Cullen O'Brien from Florida to discuss his journey in football coaching. Coach O'Brien shares his experiences growing up in a football family and transitioning from college to high school coaching. He highlights the challenges of turning around struggling football programs, emphasizing the importance of making practices fun, focusing on fundamentals, and building resilience among players. The episode also features advice for aspiring head coaches and strategies for overcoming adversity on the field. Packed with actionable insights, this episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in football coaching and program development.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

00:51 Coach Cullen O'Brien's Background

02:44 Transition to High School Coaching

03:59 Challenges and Achievements at Ida Baker High School

07:03 Quote of the Week and Sponsor Messages

11:37 Discussion on Coaching Perspectives

27:46 Taking Over a Struggling Program

28:50 Building Team Morale and Participation

30:04 Innovative Training and Engagement

31:52 Philosophies and Fundamentals

39:25 Keys to Coaching Success

45:34 Handling Adversity and Building Resilience

52:44 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

Daniel Chamberlain:

@CoachChamboOK

ChamberlainFootballConsulting@gmail.com

chamberlainfootballconsulting.com

Kenny Simpson:

@FBCoachSimpson

fbcoachsimpson@gmail.com

FBCoachSimpson.com

In this episode of 'The Coaching 101 Podcast', hosts Daniel Chamberlain and Kenny Simpson discuss in-season adjustments and evaluating your team's performance during the 2025 football season. Kenny Simpson shares insights on his team's 3-0 start and upcoming challenges, including playing the number one school in Missouri. The episode covers why weekly evaluations of personnel, schemes, and execution are crucial, and highlights the importance of efficiency in coaching. The coaches also delve into making adjustments when your key players aren't performing well and emphasize the role of constant evaluation in achieving better execution. The episode ends with practical advice for coaches on maintaining professionalism and avoiding negative interactions on social media.

00:00 Introduction and Season Update

00:24 Upcoming Challenges and Exciting Opportunities

01:20 Travel Plans and Unique Matchups

02:38 Reflecting on Defeats and Learning Opportunities

04:38 Importance of Competitiveness and Team Themes

04:42 Efficiency in Coaching and Program Management

05:36 Fundraising and Facility Improvements

06:22 Speed and Movement Training

07:14 Quote of the Week and Team Themes

08:55 Evaluating Competitiveness and Rivalries

10:09 Sponsor Mentions and Product Endorsements

11:37 In-Season Adjustments and Scheme Changes

24:58 Small Adjustments for Big Impact

25:36 Adapting to Opponents' Strengths

26:29 Evaluating and Adjusting Plays

27:19 Weekly Wrinkles and Tricks

30:02 Balancing Tendencies and Play Calls

31:42 In-Season Adjustments and Terminology

34:47 Utilizing Personnel Groupings

43:18 Handling Underperforming Key Players

46:05 Social Media Etiquette for Coaches

48:07 Sponsors and Contact Information

Daniel Chamberlain:

@CoachChamboOK

ChamberlainFootballConsulting@gmail.com

chamberlainfootballconsulting.com

Kenny Simpson:

@FBCoachSimpson

fbcoachsimpson@gmail.com

FBCoachSimpson.com

In this episode of The Coaching 101 Podcast, hosts Daniel Chamberlain and Coach Kenny Simpson are joined by Dr. Chad Peters to explore the importance of efficiency in sports performance. Dr. Peters shares his extensive experience in college football, chiropractic, and sports performance, emphasizing the need for high school coaches to adopt modern techniques to optimize practice, training, and game prep. The discussion covers revolutionary concepts such as autoregulation in weight training, pre-game CNS priming, and effective return-to-play strategies. The episode underscores the importance of cutting unnecessary elements in training sessions and integrates the role of AI in enhancing coaching efficiency. Additionally, practical advice for handling busy game weeks is provided, highlighting the need for prioritizing and modifying training schedules. This episode is a must-listen for coaches looking to bring state-of-the-art performance techniques to their teams.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction

00:29 Chad Peters' Background and Career Journey

02:12 Professional Development and Coaching Insights

05:23 Efficiency in Coaching and Training

07:20 Sponsorship and Advertisements

13:16 Efficiency in Practice and Weight Room

29:48 The Importance of Mobility and Movement

31:52 Coaches' Role in Injury Prevention

32:57 Efficiency in Coaching Practices

38:36 Future Trends in Sports Training

52:13 The Role of AI in Coaching

54:41 Handling Multiple Games in a Week

56:25 Closing Thoughts and Contact Information

Daniel Chamberlain:

@CoachChamboOK

ChamberlainFootballConsulting@gmail.com

chamberlainfootballconsulting.com

Kenny Simpson:

@FBCoachSimpson

fbcoachsimpson@gmail.com

FBCoachSimpson.com