Defensive Coordinator

One Word Defense

Dan Bauder, the Defensive Coordinator for the University of Wisconsin-Platteville, took a page out of the offensive playbook and incorporated a one-word call system into his defensive playbook. This approach, rooted in his journey through various traditional systems, reflects his belief in simplifying communication to maximize players’ speed and understanding on the field. The Journey…

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How Mark Carey Empowers Players to Think, Adapt, and Dominate

Mark Carey, the Defensive Coordinator at Mary Hardin-Baylor, equips his players with a blend of education, trust, and accountability. His approach goes beyond typical coaching methods by instilling independence, adaptability, and ownership, resulting in a defense that is fast, aggressive, and intelligent. Here’s how Carey develops such a dynamic unit. Teaching Fundamentals and Encouraging Decision-Making…

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