Tony Holler

Sprint-Based Football- Speed Over Strain: Rethinking Practice & Training in College Football- Steve Bell, Head Coach, Augustana College

July 1, 2025 Aidan Grabowski Coach and Coordinator

On this episode of Sprint-Based Football presented by Titan Sports, host Tony Holler welcomes Augustana College Head Coach Steve Bell for a deep dive into how sprint-based training is reshaping athletic development. Drawing on years of experience and a commitment to athlete well-being, Coach Bell discusses his transition from traditional strength models to speed-focused philosophies…

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Sprint Based Football- Doing Things Differently for Maximum Production- Thad Wells

June 19, 2025 Aidan Grabowski Coach and Coordinator

In this episode of the Sprint-Based Football presented by Titans Sports, host Tony Holler and Thad Wells dive deep into the philosophy behind sprint-based football and how coaching success is often found in simplicity, balance, and personal growth. Thad shares his evolution from an ambitious young coach to a thoughtful leader shaped by reading, reflection,…

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Game-Day Ready: The Science of Football Conditioning Without Gassers

February 21, 2025 Brayden Hayes Sprint-Based Football

For decades, football conditioning has been interchangeable with endless sprints, gassers, and grueling endurance drills. Coaches believed running players into the ground would prepare them for the fourth quarter. However, Erik Becker, head coach of Daniel Hand High School in Connecticut, is proving that the outdated approach is wrong; his sprint-based football philosophy conditions players…

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No Pain, All Gain: Evolving Football Conditioning to Reduce Injuries

January 9, 2025 Brayden Hayes Championship Rings, Sprint-Based Football

Football is a game rich with tradition. It recalls images of The Junction Boys and “the grind,” where grueling practices and neverending conditioning have long been synonymous with success. At Stewartville High School, Garrett Mueller is breaking the mold. With a sprint-based football philosophy that prioritizes speed, recovery, and efficiency, Mueller has created a program…

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Garrett Mueller- Sprint-Based Football, The Godfather II- Head Coach, Stewartville HS (MN)

January 8, 2025 Aidan Grabowski Coach and Coordinator

In this episode of Sprint Base Football presented by Titan Sports, Tony Holler interviews Garrett Mueller, a back-to-back state champion head coach who has implemented sprint-based training methods. They discuss the evolution of coaching from traditional methods to a more modern approach that emphasizes speed, shorter practices, and less conditioning. Mueller shares insights on how…

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Sprint Based Football with Tony Holler- Series Kick-Off

December 13, 2024 Aidan Grabowski Coach and Coordinator

Today, we introduce the Sprint-Based Football series, emphasizing its holistic approach to coaching and athlete development. Keith Grabowski and the host of the series Tony Holler discuss the movement’s evolution, the importance of creating a positive coaching environment, and the individualized nature of coaching strategies. They highlight the significance of a feedback loop in coaching,…

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Garrett Mueller, Head Coach, Stewartville High School (MN)

A Sprint-Based Football Approach – Garrett Mueller, Head Coach, Stewartville High School (MN)

December 7, 2023 Aidan Grabowski State Champion

We begin our Champions Series, presented by Signature Championship Rings, with the state champion from Minnesota who won the Class AAA title, led by head coach Garrett Mueller.

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Tony Holler, Feed the Cats

The Disciplined Pursuit of Less – Tony Holler, Feed the Cats

December 5, 2023 Aidan Grabowski Strength and Conditioning

In this episode, Tony Holler applies the “Feed the Cats” mentality to all positions, whether they are guys in space or in the trenches. By taking a sprint-based approach, coaches create more explosive players. And ultimately, putting more speed on the field is a recipe for game-day success.

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