Head Coach

Creating a Program of Significance Through Servant Leadership – Ryan Knowles, Head Coach, Sandpoint High School (ID)

In this episode, Ryan Knowles shares how he serves others, creates positive environments, and ensures his players and coaching staff have the resources they need to succeed by leveraging technology and community support to increase fundraising efforts.

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Creating Connection – Andy Lierman, Head Coach, Liberty North High School (MO)

In this Champions episode, presented by Signature Championship Rings, Andy Lierman shares insights on the importance of connecting with players, his transition to a three-safety defense, and the journey to the first state championship.

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Every Season Has a Story: Notes from 7x (Consecutively) State Champion Head Coach Steve Steele

The head coach at Riggs High School in Pierre, South Dakota opens up about what it takes to win a championship, and then do it again six more years in a row.

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Personal and Professional Growth – PJ Fleck, Head Coach, University of Minnesota

In this segment from the Lauren’s First and Goal Spring Series, PJ Fleck focuses on personal and professional development. Coach Fleck outlines the philosophy behind his “Row the Boat” mantra that embodies resilience and unity and shapes the culture of the team.

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Become the Mountain – Steve Steele, Head Coach, Riggs High School (SD)

In this Champions episode, presented by Signature Championship Rings, Steve Steele shares his wisdom and experiences from leading his team to seven consecutive state championships.

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Creating Competition and Confidence – Andy Capone, Head Coach, Weddington High School (NC)

In this Champions episode, presented by Signature Championship Rings, Andy Capone shares insights into his coaching philosophy, offseason strategies, and the keys to sustaining success at a high level.

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Strategic Operations – Greg Vandagriff, Head Coach, Prince Avenue Christian School (GA)

In this Champions episode, presented by Signature Championship Rings, Greg Vandagriff shares insights into his program’s operations that have resulted in three state championships in the last four years.

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Culture OS – Alex Golesh, Head Coach, University of South Florida

In this installment of Culture OS, Alex Golesh discusses the challenges and rewards of leadership, work-life balance, elite behavior standards, and the importance of relentless focus on process for long-term success.

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A Commitment to Balance – Ben Reaves, Head Coach, Milton High School (GA)

In this Champions episode, presented by Signature Championship Rings, Ben Reaves explains the program’s philosophy for cross-training players at multiple positions and stresses the significance of managing player workloads to maintain physical, mental, and emotional freshness as the season progresses.

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Culture OS – Brad Spencer, Head Coach, North Central College

In this episode of our Culture OS series, Brad Spencer shares his coaching journey, emphasizing values of faith, family, and academics. Coach Spencer also discusses the challenges and successes that shape his coaching style, recruiting local talent, and fostering a supportive team culture.

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