national coach of the week

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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Winning at Dawn: Evan Dreyer’s Morning Practice Format Fuels Success

Evan Dreyer, the head coach of Anderson High School, has developed a unique and highly efficient practice format that has significantly benefited his program. Over the years, Dreyer has adjusted the structure of his practices to maximize productivity, improve team performance, and promote a balanced lifestyle for both players and coaches. The Early Morning Practice…

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Opponent-Driven Preparation and the Power of ‘Good on Good’ Practices

The journey from preseason to playoffs is a marathon, not a sprint. Preparing a team to compete at its highest level week after week requires more than just talent; it requires smart planning and adaptability. For Coach Ben Reaves of the Milton Eagles, this means a dynamic approach to practice intensity, rooted in evaluating opponents,…

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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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Building a Legacy: Love, Hardwork, and Community

When we think of a football coach, most people picture someone who demands hard work, dedication, and a willingness to push through all obstacles to achieve meaningful goals. Football, though, means much more to John Peacock, the head coach at Venice High School. It’s a bond about creating a family, a support system that goes…

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National Coach of the Week – John Peacock, Head Coach, Venice HS (FL)

Our National Coach of the Week, presented by Modern Football Technology, is John Peacock, Head Coach at Venice High School in Florida. On September 20th, the Indians defeated Cocoa High School 54-51. Max Preps ranked Cocoa 15th in the country, but the win propelled Venice to #19. Coach Peacock enters his 26th year in the…

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Shaped by Coaches – Shaping Players

For Antonio Graham, head coach at Owasso High School, football is more than just a game. It has served as his lifeline, guiding him through some of life’s hardest moments. Growing up in a challenging environment, Graham relied on football for structure and a way forward. It shaped him into the man and coach he…

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National Coach of the Week – Patrick Walsh, Head Coach, Serra High School (CA)

We are back for another episode of our 2024 National Coach of the Week Series presented by Modern Football Technology. Since taking over as head coach of Serra High School’s football program in 2001 at just 26, Patrick Walsh has transformed the Padres into a powerhouse. With 196 wins, he is the school’s all-time winningest…

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