Gary Swenson

National Coach of the Week- Coaching Through Rivalries: Preparation, Pressure, and Community- Gary Swenson, Head Coach, Valley HS (IA)

On this episode of National Coach of the Week presented by Modern Football, host Keith Grabowski sits down with Gary Swenson, Head Coach at Valley High School, to discuss the unique intensity of rivalry games in high school football. They dive into the emotional impact these games have on players and communities, the strategic preparation…

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Preparing for Big Games and Rare Situations: Lessons from Gary Swenson

When your season opens with your biggest rival, there’s no easing into the year. For Gary Swenson, head coach at Valley High School (IA), starting against Dowling Catholic means weeks of preparation, a spotlight on Friday night, and lessons that extend far beyond one game. With 409 wins, six state titles, and over 50 years…

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