
In episode of Your Call presented by The Headset App, Jeremy Plaa, head football coach at Thomas Downey High School in Modesto, California, discusses the PridePoint system implemented in his football program. This system creates accountability and competition among players, encouraging them to earn points through various activities such as participating in other sports, maintaining good grades, and engaging in community service. The conversation also highlights the importance of competition during off-season training through structured summer games designed to build teamwork and improve skills. Coach Plaa emphasizes the positive impact of this system on player motivation and program culture.