In this Champions episode, presented by Signature Championship Rings, Chad Johnson shares his winning approach to player development, coaching strategies, and fostering strong relationships.
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Chad Johnson is the head football coach at Mission Viejo High School in California. He led the Diablos to their first state championship in 2023.
Coach Johnson is in his 24th year of coaching high school football. Before taking over the Mission Viejo program in 2018, he spent 12 seasons as the offensive coordinator for St. John Bosco and Trabuco Hills High Schools. As an assistant, he was part of two state championships and one national championship.
In this episode, Coach Johnson emphasizes the importance of authentic relationships as the foundation of the program. By investing time in youth camps, offseason training programs, and community engagement, Coach Johnson and his staff cultivate meaningful connections with players and parents, demonstrating care and commitment to the players’ holistic development.
Adaptability and continuous improvement are also at the core of Chad Johnson’s approach to coaching. By evaluating the team’s strengths and weaknesses each season, the staff ensures that they strategically evolve their game plans to optimize player performance.
Whether adjusting offensive formations based on personnel strengths or refining defensive strategies to counter opponents effectively, the program’s commitment to ongoing analysis and innovation sets them apart. Coach Johnson and his team strive to stay ahead of the curve and provide their players with a competitive edge.
Follow Chad Johnson on Twitter/X @diablocjohnson.
Show Notes:
>Building Authentic Relationships
>Focusing on Player Development
>Adapting Strategies for Success
>Importance of Strength and Conditioning
>Implementing New Ideas in Playbook
>Utilizing FirstDown Playbook for Efficiency
>Assisting Players with College Opportunities
>Becoming a Well-Rounded Coach
>Celebrating the Championship
About Signature Championship Rings:
Signature Championship Rings is a leading designer and supplier of championship rings, serving over 10,000 teams and organizations. With a focus on quality craftsmanship, easy team ordering processes, and affordability, Signature Champions celebrate every champion and their achievements, making their moment last a lifetime. For more information, visit www.signaturechampions.com/podcast.
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FirstDown PlayBook is a coaching tool and program management system with over 35,000 customizable plays, defenses, and special teams schemes. With tools such as video pairing, practice schedules, wristband creation, practice scripts, scouting reports, and a player app, FirstDown PlayBook helps save time and organize your program all in one place. Schedule a 15-minute Zoom meeting with former NFL coach Charlie Coiner to receive a one-week free trial.
Additional Champions Series Episodes:
Eric Kjar, Head Coach, Corner Canyon High School (UT)
Keith Klestinski, Head Coach, Marquette University High School (WI)
Brad Zelenovich, Head Coach, Southeast Polk High School (IA)
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