Culture & Leadership

No Excuses, No Limits: Leadership Lessons from Anthony Weaver

Anthony Weaver doesn’t need to raise his voice to command a room. He leads with presence, not performance. At the QB Collective at the Wynn Resort in Las Vegas, the Defensive Coordinator of the Miami Dolphins sat down with us to talk about what real leadership looks like in the NFL—and how he builds it…

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Building a Championship Culture in a Short Timeframe

How Hutchinson’s Drew Dallas Turns Roster Turnover into Sustained Success The modern coaching landscape doesn’t allow for slow builds. Whether it’s the transfer portal, high school players bouncing between programs, or the rapid cycle of junior college football, the challenge remains the same—coaches must establish a winning culture fast or risk losing their team before…

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Building a Process-Driven Culture

When Alex Golesh took over as the head coach of the University of South Florida (USF) football program, he faced a significant challenge. Inheriting a team that had only won four games in the previous three years, Golesh recognized the need for a complete cultural transformation. His solution? A process-driven approach that emphasizes daily excellence,…

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Retention Through Relationships

In the world of Division III football, where scholarships don’t anchor players to a team, it’s the relationships that hold the real power. Coach Dan McCarty at St. Norbert College understands this better than most. His success in creating a program that retains players year after year isn’t just about winning games—it’s about cultivating genuine…

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The Power of a Growth Mindset

As coaches, we constantly adapt to stay ahead. A growth mindset – the belief that abilities and intelligence can develop through dedication and hard work – is a powerful asset for any coach. Coach Travis Dixon of Hamilton High School embodies this mindset, leading his team to success by emphasizing continual learning and adaptation. Embracing…

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Jim Catanzaro’s Five Questions for Decision-Making

Coach Jim Catanzaro doesn’t make decisions on a whim. As the head coach at Lake Forest, Catanzaro drives every choice with purpose. He developed a five-question framework that aligns every decision with the program’s core values, builds its brand, and primes the team for peak performance. This framework benefits not only the players but also…

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Old School, New Style

Blending Old School Coaching with New Style Connection Coaching isn’t just about teaching plays or shouting orders from the sidelines; it’s about understanding, relating, and building relationships that resonate well beyond the field. For American Canyon’s Coach Trevor Hudson, this means combining old-school discipline with a new-school connection—a blend he believes is crucial for reaching…

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Constant Evaluation for Continuous Improvement

The Hardin-Simmons Cowboys, under the leadership of head coach Jesse Burleson, thrives on a foundational principle of constant evaluation. This approach goes beyond typical game-week adjustments; it is a daily practice that drives the program’s success. Burleson emphasizes that while constant evaluation is a broad concept, it must be focused to ensure the team is…

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Building a Strong Unit Through Teaching, Challenging, and Encouraging

As coaches, we all strive to develop not just athletes, but leaders on and off the field. But how do you create an environment where players take responsibility not only for their growth but also for the improvement of their teammates? Brent Allen, Offensive Coordinator at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville, has a simple yet effective…

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A Holistic Approach to Technical, Tactical, and Psychological Preparation

In the past, success in football was primarily about physical conditioning, memorizing plays, and putting those together on game day. Now it’s about how well coaches can prepare their teams on three essential fronts. Technical execution, tactical mastery, and psychological resilience are three key areas that Justin Hemm, head coach at Skyridge High School in…

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