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Post by shocktroop34 on Nov 10, 2013 2:21:23 GMT -6
Very sad. Prayers going out...
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Post by shocktroop34 on Nov 10, 2013 1:46:57 GMT -6
You'd be surprised. At a bigger school it can be quite overwhelming the first couple of years. As rhscoach mentioned, 50-60 schools in a spring can be a daunting task even for the most organized coach.
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Post by shocktroop34 on Nov 8, 2013 8:03:45 GMT -6
Personally, I would want to take the calls/visits with coaches if they were on campus. Everything else is exactly what I'm looking for. Are you working with a big school? Do the college coaches get offended if the HC doesn't meet with them? I don't think they get offended. We had another guy doing it before I took over that did a great job. Problem is we'll have 60+ colleges stop by during spring, and with our HC teaching 4 English 12 classes he can't be leaving class all the time. Your HC sounds exactly like me. I didn't think there were many English teachers/HC's left in the world! Thanks for the feedback.
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Post by shocktroop34 on Nov 7, 2013 19:48:21 GMT -6
Find out what they do to build relationships with their kids. Usually good programs are good communicators and have a bond with the players. See if they are doing something in that area that you might be able to use.
I might also inquire about their administrative, A.D., and Booster support. See how it compares with what you have. Sometimes one of, or all of those factors are difference makers in successful units.
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Post by shocktroop34 on Nov 7, 2013 16:56:42 GMT -6
But what are you doing to market your sports programs to increase both player and community participation, and not just in football? You mentioned marketing, and I don't know if you have one, but a team website would be one of the first things I would do to promote/sell my program to the public.
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Post by shocktroop34 on Nov 7, 2013 16:35:38 GMT -6
I handle all of the recruiting responsibilities for our program. Right now I'm an on campus para, which works out great in the spring. I deal with all of the college coaches that come to visit in the spring, get all highlight videos put together, transcripts, and bio sheets that I give to each coach (on one side is bio of player: picture, accomplishments, stats, hobbies, interested major in college, and the other side of the sheet is their transcript, so it's all on one sheet). I handle the distribution of highlight films throughout the season with colleges (another assistant puts together the highlights every week for each recruitable player), and stay in contact throughout the year with the college coaches. I also see what camps are coming up (rivals, scout, nike, under armour), make sure kids are taking the right core classes, make sure SAT/ACT tests are scheduled or completed, and take kids to college camps during the spring/summer. Our HC will take the visit/phone call if for some reason I am not on campus. I also created a database with every football playing college from FBS to JC (California and Arizona JCs only)with the HC's name and Recruiting Coordinator's name with their personal e-mail address. It allows me to send out film in bulk in a hurry. Personally, I would want to take the calls/visits with coaches if they were on campus. Everything else is exactly what I'm looking for. Are you working with a big school? Do the college coaches get offended if the HC doesn't meet with them?
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Post by shocktroop34 on Nov 6, 2013 20:32:53 GMT -6
I was curious if any of you have someone that does nothing but handle the recruiting process for you. If so, what are their responsibilities? Or, if you have a coach (other than the HC) that takes on some of the responsibilities, what does he do for your program?
I have a person I'm considering for hire that has considerable ties with many college coaches and has a good reputation in the community. I plan to be kept informed on all developments, but as someone that has previously held all of those duties, what should I consider assigning him? I will still visit with, make calls, and take calls from coaches, but beyond that what are some of the busy work assignments I could give him? Is this a bad idea all together? Insight is appreciated.
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Post by shocktroop34 on Nov 6, 2013 15:51:01 GMT -6
If you've known me for longer than 10 minutes you should know I am extremely upfront and I lack a great deal of tact, so what I say is in easy to understand, unambiguous language. We need more people like this running the country. Sorry for the political reference, moderators. Won't happen again.
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Post by shocktroop34 on Nov 6, 2013 15:25:57 GMT -6
"Turn Down For What" by DJ Snake featuring Lil Jon. Our kids say it gets them "hype" and the only lyrics are those that you see in the title. My kids would like this! Adding to the playlist...
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Post by shocktroop34 on Nov 6, 2013 15:06:53 GMT -6
shields initially brought up the concept of "righting" the ship. To do that you want to create as many "little victories" as you can on the road to the big victory on game day. Create a competitive environment by competing on EVERYTHING as often as you possibly can. Players have to learn to embrace the idea of winning. But, if you expect that to magically happen on game day, it's already too late.
I also believe that competition breeds intensity.
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Post by shocktroop34 on Nov 6, 2013 14:47:01 GMT -6
I thought some coaching staff (maybe at De La Salle) said their dream was to sit up in the stands and watch their team run itself on game day. It was pregame practice (Thurs.) prior to the Friday game, and I went to the press box to turn on the music. As it started, I saw the players move to their stretch lines. My assistants are not teachers and show up a little after we start. Instead of going back to run the practice, I decided to stay up. I witnessed them run the entire practice, all of the situational work, personnel changes, special teams, etc, etc. They knew the format and procedures like the back of their hand. After a while, they could tell I was going to stay up top as long as things went smoothly. Maybe that was their motivation, hahaha. My staff showed up and watched in amazement. When I came down (about an hour later), they were quietly beaming as if to show me how disciplined they were. It was a thing of beauty. It was week 9. They won the conference that year.
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Post by shocktroop34 on Nov 5, 2013 19:35:41 GMT -6
Leadership is a skill, and it needs to be taught. This is what I expect out of our leaders: -attendance, effort, dedication -the ability to inspire others: through their actions, and their words -the expectation that they carry themselves with the same principles on and off the field -the ability to engage others to do the right thing (it is not about you as a person it is about what you do to help your fellow man despite the fact it might mean nothing to you or actually be a detriment to you) I agree that it needs to be taught. Have you ever considered having a player draft? Maybe you put some of those questionable upper classmen as a group leader, and then form 5-6 groups of 5-6 members (adjust according to your #'s). Maybe you use GPA to rank who picks first, etc. Then you hold the group leaders accountable for the players they "drafted." If the leader doesn't show, replace him with someone else in the group. Maybe give him a chance to earn the spot back. But they will learn leadership. I feel leaders are created when they are forced to think of someone other than themselves. When they are accountable for others. Maybe give points to each group based on attendance and reward the highest group at the end of the week/month/whatever. Then you just meet with the group leaders and have them talk about the guys in their group (instead of the focus being on them). They will start learning to lead and not even realize it. Mandates and policies are good to a certain extent, but how are you actually teaching them? What is the practical application? I did a draft/leadership groups with a poor leadership class a couple of years ago and it alleviated a lot of problems by time the season came around.
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Post by shocktroop34 on Nov 5, 2013 18:55:56 GMT -6
For instance:
Curl bar lift (bench bar, no weight) Push ups (fist of partner on ground under chest to count legit reps) Chin ups Bench press bar (no weight) Squats with just 45's Wall sits 8 count push ups 4 count mountain climbers (1,2,3,...1) Sit ups Weighted Mile (the whole group runs with a 45 plate and pass when the get tired. First group that finishes the mile wins) 400 meter dumbbell lunges (each person does 10 at a time and rotates. First to finish 400m wins...killer)
Anything that you can count! Kids ate it up. Really helped with identity in the offseason.
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Post by shocktroop34 on Nov 4, 2013 13:35:21 GMT -6
This would be the biggest thing that I would focus on most. Create a list of competitions that you can do in the off season. We had a draft. Kids picked groups. We would then have a competition at the end of each week. Crown a winner. My wife found an old plastic(old school) WWF belt at a garage sale. The kids loved it. Anything that creates competition, do it. JMO, give yourself, your staff, and kids some time to re-charge. We often interpret (because we are losing) that we MUST get right back to work, when we often need to take time away. Sometimes our competitive nature doesn't allow us to slow down. They should be clawing at the door...in January.
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Post by shocktroop34 on Nov 4, 2013 12:53:49 GMT -6
I spend a ton on reward stickers (and I buy the cheapest ones I can find). Looking forward to any further ideas...
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Post by shocktroop34 on Nov 4, 2013 12:27:15 GMT -6
I'm about 15 min. away. I'd travel up to 30-40 min. Sometimes a good drive to and from can clear the mind. rsmith...Good luck on the job.
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Post by shocktroop34 on Nov 4, 2013 12:11:25 GMT -6
In regard to the article, though it saddens me greatly, it is really hard to argue with the financial aspect of things. One question to be considered is how football programs could be more cost effective regarding football. When I was in college, and we traveled, all of the AD's and their wives, and "this person and that person" were all on the plane. Who footed the bill for their travel, rooms, food, etc? I know that is only one example, but you understand my point. What can programs do to cut away as much frivilous spending as possible. Unless schools can start looking at more cost effective measures, I think we will slowly see a decline in programs across the country. I hope I'm wrong. And furthermore, a garden on the football field is just d*mn disrespectful. lol.
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Post by shocktroop34 on Oct 24, 2013 21:26:38 GMT -6
I don't know what type of music your kids like, but I find popular songs, typically hip-hop and just download the instrumental version. I go on youtube and search for instrumental versions. Then I cut and paste the link to a MP3 converter site. Once it is turned into an MP3, I save it to my desktop and load it into some type of software program that will produce a CD. Most computers come with such a program. But instrumentals work great for us. Takes all the worry and fuss out of what they are hearing. Quick story...when I was coaching basketball I had a pre-game tape playing. One of the songs was "Renegades of Funk" by Rage Against the Machine. When it was playing a mom came running down out of the stands and went to my A.D. because she thought they were saying the "Renegades of F*ck." Wow. Instrumental is the way to go
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Post by shocktroop34 on Oct 24, 2013 20:47:50 GMT -6
Air-Glad to hear your young man is in a better place. When you guys get some time in the off season, there is a good book called "Nerves of Steel" by Dr. Kevin Elko. I'm currently reading it now. It was recommended to me by a good friend who is a sports psychologist. Not a lot of "bells whistles" but a very practical book that helps prepare players mentally. I bought my book on Amazon for about $15. Short read. For the price of a beer and burger, I think it was a good investment. It will help (especially young players) process competition from a healthy perspective.
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Post by shocktroop34 on Oct 24, 2013 12:18:19 GMT -6
CQmiller you're a motivator! Wife on hudl?! Gotta love that. That is a whole other thread to be started on its own.
I like how you assign coaches to enter data. Any issues arise from that? Dependability? Accuracy? Very nice though. Also, how much longer do your OC/DC put in, in comparison to the position coaches?
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Post by shocktroop34 on Oct 24, 2013 10:58:41 GMT -6
Very insightful posts. Thank you all for sharing.
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Post by shocktroop34 on Oct 24, 2013 9:15:39 GMT -6
Much thanks Coachbud.
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Post by shocktroop34 on Oct 24, 2013 9:14:17 GMT -6
Thank you Fantom...and just to clarify, I basically agree with what spos21 had to say. I'm just trying to weigh certain factors of data to see if/how I might be able to refine my efforts. This was not an attempt to insult those who are unsuccessful or highlight those that are. It is simply me needing help at looking at what others do in order to ascertain the best course for my program going forward.
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Post by shocktroop34 on Oct 24, 2013 8:50:15 GMT -6
What you are stating is a matter of opinion. If you can't respond to the request then I respectfully ask that you not respond at all. People like myself come on this site looking for help and insight, not a debate over semantics. As I previously stated, I'm trying to assess (within my own program) if the time that I'm puttng forth is matching up with other successful programs. I'm aware that there are many other factors that contribute to winning (talent level, facilities, staff, finances, etc.), but I was simply trying to see if there was a correlation between time spent and winning games.
To the coaches that wish to respond appropriately this would be all I'm looking for: We meet on Sundays' from 9am-noon. We are 6-1.
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Post by shocktroop34 on Oct 24, 2013 8:13:46 GMT -6
Coaches, I'm trying to assess the best way to conduct the preparation we do on the weekend after a Friday night game (H.S.). I'm curious about what type of time you spend game planning in conjunction with your record. In other words, how much time do you need to spend in order to win? If you could: provide your weekend schedule and your current record (or previous records if you wish). Thanks in advance.
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Chants
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Post by shocktroop34 on Aug 26, 2013 20:12:37 GMT -6
I have had this clip for years. Pumps me up every time. If you can figure out all the words, it may be worth a shot. 4:20 mark.
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Post by shocktroop34 on Aug 26, 2013 20:01:09 GMT -6
If you are concerned about lyrics, go to youtube and pull up the instrumental versions of songs (primarily hip-hop music). Once I find the video, I cut and paste the link to a video to MP3 converter site that will make the youtube clip into a MP3 music file. I avoid all the lyrical content, and the kids love the beats. I take the files and burn them to a CD or load them to my phone, etc. No sweat.
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Post by shocktroop34 on Aug 26, 2013 19:47:17 GMT -6
Ganno-Was your head dizzy from smoking all those cigars in the background? Nice work.
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Post by shocktroop34 on Aug 14, 2012 12:03:15 GMT -6
Response from my AD: "Man you read my mind. I was definitely planning on doing something."
Thanks again for the idea.
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Post by shocktroop34 on Aug 14, 2012 11:36:07 GMT -6
I just sent this to my AD. Thank you for this great idea. I hope other programs consider this thoughtful gesture.
"Freedom isn't free."
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